Masseria Giustiniani

Country House

Excellent 9.6 / 10

(3 reviews)

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Contrada Giustiniani, 4 - Torricella (TA) - Area: countryside

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National identification code: IT073028B500023430 | Regional identification code: TA07302851000014796

Guests in this venue liked:

charming property
abundant breakfast

Restaurant
Ideal for trekking
Near cycle paths
Stables
Vineyard and winery
Sale of typical products
Disabled Access
Kitchenette
Air Conditioning
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Garden
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Heating
Fine Design
Charm

Declared by the Innkeeper

Various information

Disabled Access
Rooms with air conditioning
Parking
Internet access

House features

19th century house
Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions
Photovoltaic or other forms of renewable energy

Services of the house

Garden
Kitchenette
Access for the disabled
Garage / parking

Facilities and services

Laundry

Location and surroundings

Panoramic view
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 10
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 9

Size of rooms

Between 21 and 30 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

TV
Mirror or luggage case
Fridge
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Desk / table and chairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Shuttle service

Holiday themes - the place

Sea

Holiday themes - town size

Village - under 5000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Arts or archeologic area
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Located in country side or nature reserves

Holiday themes - house features

Historic house
Fine design
Charm
Garden
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

Masseria Giustiniani is an ancient 16th-century farmhouse-tower that was originally built as a fortified structure to protect against pirate raids. Today, it has been transformed into a sophisticated agriturismo nestled among the vineyards of Primitivo and the olive groves of Salento. The restoration has preserved its original charm, featuring exposed tuff walls, star and barrel vaults, and fossilized shells embedded in the stone that narrate the millennia-long history of this land.

Located just 5 km from the golden beaches of the Ionian Sea, the property offers independent rooms and apartments, furnished in a rustic style and equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and modern amenities. Some rooms are situated in the main building, while others are located in the characteristic Salento courtyard, designed to protect the garden and internal spaces. The ground-floor apartments come with a kitchen, washing machine, and outdoor areas for al fresco dining.

The restaurant, set in the historic agricultural spaces, serves traditional Apulian dishes made with locally sourced ingredients: from orecchiette with Manduria cherry tomatoes to fava bean puree with seasonal vegetables, from meat cooked in a terracotta pot to baked mussels. The hearty and genuine breakfast includes homemade pastries, artisanal jams, fresh dairy products, and bread from a local bakery.

Guests can take part in cooking classes and wine tastings, stroll through the fields, or explore nearby towns and locations such as Torre Ovo, Manduria, Grottaglie, Oria, Taranto, Lecce, and Brindisi. Marialuisa, the gracious host, warmly welcomes guests, sharing the authentic flavors and unique atmosphere of Salento.

Rooms and Rates

The breakfast at Masseria Giustiniani is abundant and made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Each morning, guests are served homemade pastries made from natural ingredients, artisanal jams crafted from seasonal garden fruits, dairy products and cheeses from local producers, as well as durum wheat bread and friselle paired with fresh cherry tomatoes. The selection is diverse and caters to various preferences, providing guests with a flavorful start to the day that reflects the culinary traditions of Salento.

The restaurant at Masseria Giustiniani is located within the main building, featuring a captivating atmosphere with exposed tuff walls, barrel vaults, and arches, which were once used as an agricultural storage area. It offers traditional Apulian cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients, many sourced from the garden and nearby farms. The menu, available by reservation, includes dishes such as orecchiette with Manduria tomatoes and basil, fava bean puree with seasonal vegetables, meat cooked in a pot in a wood-fired oven, baked mussels, and other traditional specialties. Guests can choose between a daily menu or à la carte options, pairing each course with wines from the Primitivo di Manduria region.

Excellent

9.6 / 10

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Overall Rating

9.6

3 reviews

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Hey, I'm Marialuisa

Masseria Giustiniani is run by Marialuisa, who hails from Friuli and fell in love with Salento and its cuisine thanks to her mother-in-law's teachings. With great passion, she prepares traditional Apulian dishes using local and seasonal ingredients, often creating recipes based on what is available from the garden and the day's catch. She enjoys offering specialties such as fava bean puree with vegetable sides, tria with chickpeas, and peppered and baked mussels, all accompanied by wines from the Primitivo di Manduria region. In her free time, she carefully tends to her garden, ensuring it remains lush and blooming.

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Masseria Giustiniani is situated in one of the most authentic and captivating areas of the Ionian Salento, in the heart of the Primitivo di Manduria region, just minutes away from the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea. The coastline here features long stretches of golden sand, such as those at Torre Ovo, Campomarino Lido, Trullo di Mare, and San Pietro in Bevagna, interspersed with wilder, more natural areas that boast shallow, transparent waters reminiscent of Caribbean landscapes.

The inland region retains a deeply rural character, characterized by vineyards, ancient olive groves, and dry stone walls that shape the scenery. Nearby villages tell stories of past dominations and trade: Manduria with its Messapian Walls, the Pliny Fountain, and the Jewish Ghetto; Maruggio, linked to the history of the Knights of Malta; Grottaglie, renowned for its ceramics and artisan district; and Oria, home to Frederick II's castle and a medieval historic center.

Also within a short distance are cities rich in charm and cultural heritage: Taranto, the "city of two seas," featuring the Aragonese Castle and the MArTA Archaeological Museum; Lecce, the capital of Salento Baroque; and Brindisi, a historic gateway to the East with its natural harbor and Roman monuments. The area also boasts a vibrant calendar of folk festivals, fairs, markets, and gastronomic tours, allowing visitors to experience Salento not just as a beach destination, but as a comprehensive cultural and sensory journey.

In The Surroundings

Beach Il Canale 6 Km
Beach Resort Lido Valeria beach 7 Km
Beach Resort Lido Tayga beach Campomarino 7 Km
Lido Posto 9 Campomarino 7 Km
Beach Ayala 7 Km
Beach Resort Lido Cisanello 7 Km
Touristic Harbor Campomarino 8 Km
Beach Resort Lido L'Ultima Spiaggia 8 Km
Beach Resort Lido Tuareg Campomarino 8 Km
Beach Resort Lido Bahia del Sol 8 Km
Beach Resort Lido La Spiaggetta Club 8 Km
Astronomical Observatory Uggiano Montefusco 8 Km
Beach Resort Lido Blu Sun Beach 8 Km
Lido Onda Blu 8 Km
Beach Resort Lido Marina Piccola 10 Km

*Distances As The Crow Flies

Masseria Giustiniani

3 reviews

Hey, I'm Marialuisa

Area Campagna

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In The Surroundings