Masseria Loyola
(#161)Villa
- Sleeps: 20
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 14
Description
Masseria Loyola – A Timeless Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Salento
Nestled among centuries-old olive groves and bathed in Salento’s golden light, Masseria Loyola is more than a villa—it is a sanctuary where history, comfort, and understated elegance meet. Just steps from the charming village of Strudà and a short drive from the Adriatic coast, this meticulously restored estate offers an exclusive retreat in one of Italy’s most captivating regions.
Spread across 1,500m², the property harmoniously blends tradition and modern luxury. The Masseria’s three main wings—The Residence, The Olive Grove, The Old Stables—together offer 10 beautifully appointed bedrooms, each with private en suite bathrooms.
Whether you prefer a charming fireplace, a private garden terrace, or the intimacy of a suite with its own sitting area, every room has been designed to ensure tranquility, comfort, and privacy. With 8 king-size beds and 2 convertible twin rooms, Masseria Loyola is perfectly suited for families, groups of friends, or special events.
Perfectly positioned, the Masseria is just 6 km from the nearest beach, 3 km from the Acaya Golf Course, and only 10 km from Lecce, the Baroque jewel of Southern Italy. Brindisi Airport is easily accessible, while Bari and Otranto offer further connections to the region’s treasures.
Whether you seek relaxation by the pool, cultural explorations in nearby towns, or evenings of fine dining and celebration, Masseria Loyola is a destination in itself—a place where Salento’s heritage and contemporary elegance meet to create an unforgettable experience.
- Heated swimming pool (17x5m, depth: 1.4m) open approximately 1st April to end-October
- Poolside terrace with sun loungers (x20) and outdoor sofas (x2)
- Stone bar area with outdoor sofas (x2)
- Barbecue and pizza oven
- Terrace for al-fresco dining
- Church
- Small football pitch
- Solar panels
- Parking
- Fenced grounds + Alarm
Interior Description
Accommodation
The Masseria is composed of three distinct wings—The Residence (A), The Stables (B), and The Olive Grove (C)—each featuring elegantly appointed rooms with private en-suite bathrooms. In total, the estate offers 10 bedrooms (8 king-size and 2 twin rooms), making it ideal for families, groups of friends, or special events.
THE THREE BUILDINGS RENTED TOGHETHER (A+B+C) 10 bedrooms (20-person rate)
THE RESIDENCE + THE STABLES (A+B) 8 bedrooms (16-person rate)
THE STABLES + OLIVE GROVE (B+C) 6 bedrooms (12-person rate)
THE RESIDENCE (A) 4 bedrooms (8-person rate)
The Residence A – 4 Bedrooms
Bedroom 1 (Ground Floor Garden Suite): King-size bed with direct garden access, en suite bathroom with bathtub and shower, air conditioning, and heating.
Bedroom 2 (First Floor Terrace Room): King-size bed, fireplace, large terrace, and modern en suite bathroom with shower.
Bedroom 3 (First Floor Study Room): King-size bed, antique desk, and en suite bathroom with double sink and shower.
Bedroom 4 (First Floor Balcony Room): King-size bed, fireplace, private balcony, and stylish en suite bathroom with shower.
The Stables B – 4 Bedrooms
Bedrooms 1 & 2 (Ground Floor Retreats): King-size beds, double exterior access, mini kitchenette, minibar, and en suite bathrooms with showers.
Bedroom 3 (Twin Room with Garden Access): Twin beds (joinable), outdoor access, kitchenette, minibar, and en suite bathroom with shower.
Bedroom 4 (Elegant Double Room): King-size bed with garden access, kitchenette, minibar, and private bathroom with shower.
The Olive Grove C – 2 Bedrooms
Bedroom 1 (Ground Floor Suite): King-size bed, sitting area, two fireplaces, mini kitchenette, minibar, double exterior access, and en suite bathroom with shower.
Bedroom 2 (First Floor Twin Room): Twin beds (joinable), kitchenette, minibar, and private en suite bathroom with shower.
Each bedroom combines rustic charm with modern comfort, offering privacy, elegance, and attention to detail.
Most bathrooms feature a shower; one also has a bath tub.
Sofa bed available on request and included.
Interiors
Inside, the Masseria offers cozy living spaces designed for both relaxation and social gatherings. The villa includes a sitting room, billiard room, and wine cellar showcasing the finest regional selections.
Lounge with fireplace
- Open-plan living and dining area with large fireplace and doors opening to terraces
- Kitchen, well-equipped including dishwasher, oven, kettle, toaster, microwave, blender, coffee maker and fridge-freezer. Doors open to terrace for al-fresco dining
- Billiard room
- Spa with shower room
- Fitness room
- 2 x guests bathrooms
- Stone wine cellar with vaulted ceiling
- 2 x underground olive mills
The ground-floor kitchen is fully equipped with two fridges, two electric ovens, an 8-burner induction hob, coffee machine, microwave, citrus juice maker, ice maker, and wine cooler, providing everything needed for intimate meals or large gatherings.
A dedicated laundry room near the service area features two irons, ironing boards, a washing machine, dryer, sink, and cleaning products, ensuring convenience and ease during your stay.
Services
Masseria Loyola provides attentive services to ensure an effortless stay: daily housekeeping, a private concierge, babysitting, and optional private chef or cooking classes. The villa is ideal for weddings, celebrations, or private retreats. Small pets are welcome on request, and security is ensured with perimeter CCTV linked to local authorities.
Location
Perfectly positioned, the estate is 6 km from the beach, 3 km from Acaya Golf Course, and 10 km from Lecce.
Brindisi Airport is easily accessible, while Bari and Otranto offer further regional connections.
Masseria Loyola is more than a villa—it is a sanctuary where Salento’s history, nature, and contemporary luxury converge to create an unforgettable experience.
Lecce 10 km - Otranto 35 km - Gallipoli 43 km
MARKETS: markets are organized weekly and sell everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to kitchenware, clothing and shoes.
Monday: Lecce
Tuesday: Martano, San Foca
Wednesday: Gallipoli
Thursday: Galatina
Friday: Lecce
Saturday: Maglie
Licence or registration number:
CIN: IT075035B400106577 / CIR: 075035B400117348
Amenities
- SwimmingPool
- Weddings
- Baby Bed
- Kids Friendly
- Internet
- Near Sea
- Maid
- Golf
- Chef
- Enclosed Property
- Garden
- Breakfast
- Tours & Activities
- Cooking Lesson
- Parking
- Baby Crib
- Wellness
- Internet Wifi
- Air Conditioning
- SwimmingPool
- Heating
- Garden
- Garden Furniture
- Barbecue
- Fridge
- Well-equipped Kitchen
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Dishwash
- Dryer
- Iron
- Patio
- Terrace
- Satellite Tv
- Television
- Kitchen
- Independent Unit
- Freezer
- Jacuzzi Bathtub
- Outdoor Jacuzzi
- Toaster
- Coffee Machine
- Stove
- Hairdryer
- Al Fresco
- Oven
Photo Gallery
Outdoor Photos
Additional Interior Photos
Location Lecce, Apulia, Italy
Availability
- Available
- Booked
- Pending
Terms & Conditions
Minimum stay: 7 nights in high and mid-season, 3 nights in low season.
Flexible arrivals always permitted.
The listed price is for 20 people.
Low season special reduced price for 16/12/8 people please enquire.
Bed linen and towel change: mid-week. If changed earlier than 3 days, an additional fee of €35 per set applies, including towels, bathrobe, beach towel and bed linen
Private Chef & Culinary Experience
Breakfast: Daily continental breakfast included, featuring cold cuts and eggs. Special egg preparations available at an extra charge.
Lunch & Dinner: A private chef service is provided. Menus are agreed upon in advance, with payment required before arrival (ideally together with the final balance).
For tailor-made menus, a food deposit may be paid by bank transfer before arrival, with actual ingredient costs deducted at check-out.
Wines & Spirits: Selected separately.
Grocery Service: Grocery shopping upon arrival available with a €100 supplement.
Concierge Service
Languages spoken: English
Private Chapel
An on-site private chapel is available. Certification for private ceremonies has been requested from the municipality and is currently pending.
Children Policy
Infants staying in parents’ rooms are free of charge. (e.g., 8 adults + 1 infant in a crib = no supplement).
A cot and highchair can be provided on request.
Events & Weddings
Weddings: A wedding fee starting from €5,000 applies, in addition to accommodation.
Other Events: Tailor-made quotations available upon request.
Weddings, stag/hen parties, and other special events are on request only, subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges.
Staffing
1 Concierge (organizing indoor and outdoor activities)
1 Private Chef
1 Housekeeper
2 Cleaning Ladies (cleaning times: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. extra hrs on request 35€/hr)
1 Gardener
Resident caretaker living nearby
Accommodation Layout
The Masseria features 10 en-suite bedrooms across three buildings.
20-person rate: all ten bedrooms included
16-person rate: 8 bedrooms (Buildings A & B)
12-person rate: 6 bedrooms (Buildings B & C)
8-person rate: 4 bedrooms (Building A)
(See detailed “Layout” description for reference)
Deposit & Security
Security deposit: €4,000 to be wired to the owner at least 30 days prior to arrival.
Refunded within two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.
Guests must leave the accommodation clean and tidy; any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance, or rubbish disposal will be charged against the deposit.
Pool
Open approximately April 1 – October 31 (dates subject to weather conditions).
Pool heating included, but water temperature depends on weather and outside conditions.
No smoking villa
Heating and electricity included
- 100% of the rental price if the cancellation is made prior to the arrival or in case of no-show.