VILLA ARABEQUE — WELLNESS ESTATE A STONE'S THROW FROM LECCE
12 bedrooms • 12 bathrooms • 10–24 guests • Outdoor pool & heated indoor pool • Spa & Hammam • Wi‑Fi • Air conditioning • Fireplace • Gym • BBQ • Game room • Jacuzzi • Safe in every suite • Private parking • Less than 1 hour from the airport • A stone's throw from the village and restaurants • Perfect for families, events & retreats
Overview
Sleeps: 10–24 guests
Bedrooms: 12
Bathrooms: 12 (all en-suite)
Highlights: Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fireplace/wood-burner, private pool (17×12 m), heated indoor pool, hot tub, Finnish sauna, hammam and balneotherapy, gym (Technogym), games room (billiards, table tennis, table football, pinball), BBQ & pizza oven, rooftop bar, volleyball court, soccer, bocce, botanical garden and 5 hectares of olive groves.
For families: family rooms with extra beds, housekeeping service included and midweek linen change, baby kit (cot & high chair), play area.
Distances: historic center of Lecce ~15–20 min; beaches of San Foca/Torre dell'Orso ~25 min; Porto Cesareo ~30 min; Brindisi Airport (BDS) ~45–50 min; Bari Airport (BRI) ~90 min.
Setting: a short walk from a village with bars and restaurants (within walking distance); exceptional rural landscapes, dry stone walls, and historic farmhouses.
Soul & Place
As soon as you walk through the gate of Villa Arabeque, time slows down. The white road opens onto a carpet of red earth, between rows of centuries-old olive trees and Mediterranean scrub that smells of thyme, rosemary, and wild fennel. On the horizon, the blue line of the Adriatic Sea; behind you, the golden stones of Lecce, capital of southern Baroque. In between, our country estate: a private village where the ancient charm of Lecce stone meets the lightness of contemporary bio-architecture.
Every room has been redesigned to promote well-being: breathable lime plaster, cool shade from pergolas woven with vines, large windows that capture the light of the South. The ancient wine presses have become a Master Spa with a heated indoor pool and hammam; the recesses of the old oil mill now house massage rooms with heated beds.
Inside, the atmosphere is soft and the silence is precious. Outside, the infinity pool shines like a mirror and invites you to take long swims between dips, with the song of cicadas providing the soundtrack.
Rooms & Layout
Twelve rooms, twelve atmospheres, all with en-suite bathrooms and handcrafted details inspired by the colors of the chakras: purple, indigo, blue, green, gold. Many suites have private terraces, four-poster beds outdoors, or hot tubs for two; all offer king-size beds, wardrobes or walk-in closets, air conditioning, safes, and Wi-Fi.
Interiors — sleeping area (approximate sizes)
Suite 1 — 21 m²: king-size bed; en-suite bathroom with shower.
Suite 2 — 23 m²: king-size bed; walk-in closet; en-suite bathroom with bathtub + shower.
Suite 3 — 22 m²: king-size bed; en-suite bathroom with shower.
Suite 4 — 22 m²: king-size bed; en-suite bathroom with shower.
Suite 5 — 24 m²: king-size bed; private terrace; en-suite bathroom with shower.
Suite 6 — 23 m²: king-size bed; terrace with outdoor shower; en-suite bathroom with shower.
Suite 7 — 19 m²: king-size bed; terrace with round bed; en-suite bathroom with bathtub.
Suite 8 — 18 m²: king-size bed; terrace with small pool; en-suite bathroom with shower.
Suite 9 — 27 m²: king-size bed; meditation loft; en-suite bathroom with bathtub.
Family Room — 13 m²: single “lit bateau” bed (convertible for 2 children); en-suite bathroom with shower.
Independent Apartment — 54 m²
Bedroom with king-size bed
Living room with double sofa bed and dining table
Fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, oven, microwave, kettle, fridge/freezer, blender, coffee machine)
Bathroom with bathtub
Master Suite — 81 m²
Bedroom with king-size bed
Adjoining room with single bed (perfect as a nursery or children's room)
Private lounge
Bathroom with bathtub
Approximate capacity: 10 double bedrooms (20 guests) + 1 children's bedroom (sleeps 2) + apartment (sleeps 2–4) + suite (sleeps 3) = up to 24 guests.
Wellness & Common Areas
In the heart of the farmhouse, the old wine-making area has been transformed into a sanctuary of relaxation:
Indoor heated pool with whirlpool
Frigidarium for cold immersion and thermal contrasts
Traditional Hammam
Sensory showers
Treatment room with heated beds
Relaxation area with herbal teas and water & tea stations (included)
For those who love to exercise, the Technogym offers cardio and strength training equipment; The yoga room (available with our certified instructors) is a bright retreat for practice and breathwork. The seminar room (63 m²) hosts retreats, workshops, board meetings, and small conferences.
Outside, you will find a volleyball court, a 5-a-side soccer field, a ping-pong table, and a bocce court. After dinner, enjoy the games room with pool table and pinball machine; for a sunset toast, visit the rooftop bar with views of the olive trees; for winter evenings, relax by the fireplace in the main lounge and the Japanese-style brazier in the winter garden.
Outdoor living
The 5-hectare park is a mosaic of themed gardens, synergistic vegetable gardens, and centuries-old olive trees. The large outdoor swimming pool (17×12 m; max. depth 1.40 m) is open all year round and is heated free of charge from mid-October to the end of April. Next to it is a solarium area with daybeds and umbrellas, a hot tub for 9 people, and a wellness area with a Finnish sauna, solarium, and lounge. An additional private pool is located on one of the suites' terraces, perfect for a dip at sunset.
The outdoor spaces also include a wood-fired oven for signature pizzas, a barbecue for family cookouts, and a historic chapel that adds a touch of poetry to private ceremonies and celebrations (upon request and according to regulations).
“Powered by Camisa Essential” — Bespoke Experiences in Salento
Our dedicated Concierge Team, based between Lecce and London, designs memorable days before and during your stay. Here are some experiences we can orchestrate for you:
Flavors & cuisine
Private chef included in the house (cost of ingredients and extra drinks): themed dinners, fish barbecues, veggie & gluten-free menus; bar and mixology service on the rooftop or in the games room.
Daily breakfast included with local products; option of a welcome hamper and pre-stocked pantry.
Cooking lessons: from handmade pasta (orecchiette, sagne) to a Salento pastry workshop; “Forno & Pinsa” with our pizza chef and wood-fired oven.
Wine cellar tours (Primitivo, Negroamaro, Susumaniello) with sommelier, pairings, vineyard visits, and lunches at the farm.
Sea & adventure
Boat trips (gozzo or yacht) along the Adriatic and Ionian coasts: caves, snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, sunset swims, aperitifs on board.
Water sports: kitesurfing/windsurfing with instructor, guided snorkeling, diving in the Porto Cesareo Marine Park, kayaking at dawn in Torre dell'Orso.
Bikes & E-bikes among trulli and olive groves, MTB trails and trekking on the Via Francigena del Sud.
Culture & territory
City tours of Lecce with certified guides: Baroque, papier-mâché workshops, tastings in historic residences.
Experiences in the villages of Otranto, Gallipoli, Nardò, Specchia, and Alberobello; visits to the Grotta della Poesia and the Grotta Zinzulusa.
Local crafts: meetings with master potters in Grottaglie, tamburello and pizzica lessons on the farm.
Wellness & movement
Yoga lessons (Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin) in the garden or in the shala, sunrise meditations, sound healing sessions.
Spa treatments: massage therapy, reflexology, couples' rituals, personalized detox programs.
Fitness programs with private trainers: functional training, Pilates, mobility & breathwork.
Holistic and corporate retreats: exclusive use of seminar room (63 m²), breakout rooms, healthy catering, team building activities.
Families & teens
Daily maid service included; extra cleaning on request.
Kids club in the villa: creative workshops, vegetable garden & cooking, cinema under the stars, ping-pong and table football tournaments, treasure hunt among the olive trees.
Bike rental (classic & e-bikes), child seats, trailers.
Private transfers (cars/vans), airport pick-up/drop-off and family-friendly itineraries.
In collaboration with Oliver's Travels, we always go “one step further” for our guests: from private chefs to babysitters, day trips, rentals, and a fridge stocked upon arrival. Fill out the Online Concierge Request Form or contact the Oliver's Concierge Team: we will be happy to organize every detail to make your vacation truly memorable.
Amenities & Services
Included in the property rate
Wi-Fi and water & tea stations in common areas
Daily housekeeping service and midweek linen change
Breakfast included
Access to the spa and facilities: heated jacuzzi, hammam, Finnish sauna, balneotherapy, Technogym
Rooftop lounge with bar service
Games room with bar service
Bikes and e-bikes available
Use of the chapel
Use of seminar rooms and workshop rooms
Brasero (Japanese ceremonial brazier)
Private chef service included (food & drinks charged as consumed)
Extras available on site (on request)
Dedicated chef/cook service (personalized menus; extra drinks and ingredients)
Private cooking lessons
Yoga lessons and wellness coaching
Spa treatments and massages in the villa
Personalized boat trips
Tours of Lecce and day trips in Salento
Advanced concierge services (private transfers, bike/e-bike rental, welcome hamper, pre-arrival shopping, restaurant and beach club reservations)
Parking with EV charging station...
The following might be to be paid extra: Bed Linen and Towels (additional set), Final Cleaning, Refundable Security Deposit by credit card, Tourist tax.
