The house of stone above the sea
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Il Tomaro rises on a hill above the sun-hazy seas of Puglia’s southern tip. From first glance, it seems as if it’s always been part of the landscape, as indigenous (and as irresistible) as the delicious local variety of tomato the farm used to produce. Meticulously restored using traditional materials and techniques, it has been given a new lease of life as a bewitching retreat for those in search of harmony, character, style and comfort.
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Keyholder highlights
- Calming sea views
- Irresistible infinity pool
- Effortless style
- Sense of harmony
Gallery
Immersive virtual 3D tour of Il Tomaro
The beautiful infinity pool with its views out to sea.
Approaching Il Tomaro through the gardens.
A shady spot near one of the old pajare in the grounds.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- Access to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
- A mid-week clean and linen change
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Tourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€5 per person per night
From the Guest Book
Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.
Il Tomaro was extremely well equipped and very comfortable. Thank you! We would love to discover Italy more and we will be in touch with you guys!
Simon Greenway September 2025
Il Tomaro is an absolute paradise. It was the perfect break.
SL September 2025
Il Tomaro was extremely well equipped, beautifully built and renovated with fantastic views. Particularly loved the pool and outdoor kitchen area. Stunning villa, pool and grounds with beautiful views.
Verified guest, September 2023
Il Tomaro is a high quality, well-equipped villa with very spacious grounds (including infinity pool) and panoramic sea views.
Verified guest, May 2024
We had the perfect stay at Il Tomaro. The villa is a dream, with spacious, beautifully furnished areas, fantastic views, and a sensational pool.
Verified guest, July 2024
Il Tomaro is a beautiful, high quality, elegantly appointed villa. From the moment we arrived, it was like we were staying at someone’s well-loved beach home. We had a beautiful stay. What stood out most for us? The quality and personal feeling that the villa gave us. It is clearly a much-loved place for a family and we were lucky enough to experience it during our time in Italy.
Verified guest, July 2025
Excellent
4.7/5
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The Area
Il Tomaro sits in a panoramic position above the southern tip of Salento, just a few minutes' drive away from the glorious, seemingly endless, sandy beaches of Pescoluse and Torre Pali. A little further up the coast (25mins) is the idyllic beach of Riva di Ugento, so sea lovers are well and truly spoilt for choice.
Just inland from Il Tomaro are the quiet and attractive little towns of Morciano di Leuca, Salve, Alessano and Castrignano del Capo, all of which offer plenty in terms of shopping, restaurants, cafés and bars.
Just 9km southeast, meanwhile, is the charming Liberty-style resort town of Santa Maria di Leuca, which offers a great selection of restaurants and bars and an internationally famous yachting marina.
Slightly further afield, but still easily driveable in between 30 minutes and 1 hour are the fortified island town of Gallipoli, the delightful east-facing town of Otranto and the exquisite baroque town of Lecce.
