Palazzotto di Lucugnano

We spent a lovely week in the Palazzotto in August. The house is stunning and every day we discovered something new to marvel at. The pool is a beautiful space which provided us with respite from the heat. We enjoyed discovering the local villages; Specchia for gelato, Tricase for pottery and aperitivos in the old square along with numerous swimming coves (grottos) for snorkelling and swimming. Our favourite grottos were Ciolo and Verte. The local restaurant was great for handmade pasta. Thank you so much to Isabella for sharing her beautiful home with us.

A beautifully restored and thoughtfully decorated house in the centre of a lovely small town within easy reach of the coast (Adriatic and Ionian). The rooms were spacious and cool with lovely furnishings throughout. The large and very well equipped kitchen made it a pleasure to cook the occasional home cooked meals (meatballs supplied by the local butcher!). Plenty of shady areas to sit outside and a wonderful view from the roof terrace to watch the sun set whilst enjoying a glass or two of the excellent local wines. Our host Isabella was very helpful and kept in touch throughout our stay.

Il Palazotto is the epitome of stunning Puglian architecture. The house is stylishly conceived & beautifully furnished, elegant yet comfortable (with every utensil & gadget) Our family wandered early mornings through local towns then hung out by the pool in the heat of the afternoon and it was completely perfect. Isabella communicated quickly and was very helpful accommodating our change of dates. She was always at the end of the phone to text or call to answer any questions we had. I cannot convey how magical this property actually is; you would need to go there yourself to find out….

Such a beautiful house ! Very thoughtfully and stylishly decorated throughout with lots of lovely relaxing spaces. The kitchen is particularly well equipped and perfect for those that like cooking and entertaining for larger groups. The outdoor space and pool are also excellent - a special thank you to Isabella and Maria-Grazia for getting this ready for our visit even though off season. Lucugnano is very relaxed with a great little supermarket, bakery and butcher. A great base to explore the rest of the Salento region. Thank you again for hosting my family and I. We all had a lovely time!

We absolutely loved the palazzotto - what a place! A stunningly lovely house in the centre of the village - amazing high ceilings, spacious, stylish and very well equipped - and a stone’s throw from a good butcher, a charming little supermarket and the cafe in the square for caffe in the mornings. Morning sun on the east coast, then sunset on the west coast - without driving for more than half an hour! Wonderful place. We had such a good holiday. Excellent recommendations and friendly welcome from the hosts too.

8 of us stayed in this glorious house, our times overlapped a bit but we never felt crowded. The house is stunning inside, the incredibly well stocked kitchen is of particular note. We had hot weather and used the pool a lot. Isabella has renovated this house and the furnishings throughout are most tasteful. Lucugnano is a small village, one great restaurant, a bar and a pizzeria. It is not far to drive to Tricase where there is more choice. I would hope we will return one day!

The house is beautifully furnished, with lots of places to relax, in the house and garden, and a large well equipped kitchen. The housekeeper, who was charming and efficient, met us on arrival and showed us the local shop, and the two closest bars where we could have breakfast. The village is simple and quiet and well located for visits to Otranto, Gallipolo, Lecce and local beaches and cliffside walks. The house was a really comfortable and charming base in the beautiful Salento area, and we’d love to return.

A wonderful place to stay. Large, inviting rooms, including a glorious kitchen. Huge fireplace in the main reception room--perfect for burning olive wood. The new architect-designed pool area is excellent, both for bathing and relaxing. The town is attractive and friendly, and the range of places to visit nearby is impressive. We swam in the Adriatic, the Ionian Sea and a natural pool in the cliffs. Isabella and the housekeeper, Maria Grazia, were helpful and professional. I left my passport at the house on our departure: Isabella had a kind friend bring it to the airport!

We treasured our time at Palazzotto! Isabella is so gracious and helpful. The home was beautiful, well-designed, and welcoming. We were four celebrating a special occasion. The kitchen was masterfully equipped, and we are foodies so appreciated the details. Dinner outside in the garden was delightful. This is a home furnished with love and generosity. The town of Lucugnano is exceptional for its location and also its own special nature of tranquility and local intelligence. We will return!!! Kathleen

Beautiful house, nicely decorated - stylish but you feel at home - plenty of space (even for the kids to run around), lunch in the garden, drinks on the roof on a sunny day. Very comfortable, nice sitting room with fire place, plenty of books and lots of different spots to sit and read. Big, well-equipped kitchen, everything you need, all easy to manage. Well placed for good local restaurants and for visiting Otranto, Lecce and Gallipoli and the coast too. Sandy and rocky beaches; cliffs with stunning views over the Adriatic.