Dive in the sea, walk into town
18 Guests
9 Bedrooms
9 Bathrooms
Sitting just a few steps from the Adriatic Sea and boasting toast-inspiring views (not least when you're floating in the infinity pool), L'Argentiera is all things to all guests, a villa that promotes the pursuit of pleasure, rejoices in relaxation, and delights in la dolce vita!
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Keyholder highlights
- Seafront location with garden gate sea access
- Easy walk to shops, cafés and restaurants
- Panoramic infinity pool
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Wow! The gorgeous pool and sea views at L'Argentiera.
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The first floor terrace and the shady lounge area near the pool.
Fabulous views of the sea.
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Heading out for a dip in the Blue Flag sea of the coast of Castro.
There are wonderful snorkelling spots just outside the garden gate.
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 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 available during your stay for 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 daily cleaning service (up to 5 hours/day for groups up to 10 people and 6 hours/day for group up to 18 people) for 6 days a week (excluding Sundays and bank holidays) and a mid-week 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.
Would we return to L'Argentiera? Yes. A visit to heaven on earth might be duplicated but rarely achieved - and call it a vacation! The Thinking Traveller makes magic happen through luxurious accommodations and super professional agents and staff.
Kathryn Moran July 2025
Everything about our stay at L'Argentiera exceeded our expectations. It was perfect. The chef was fantastic and everybody was friendly. We kept changing our plans on the fly and they made it all happen.
Mark Weaver May 2025
L'Argentiera was more beautiful than the pictures portrayed. The village of Castro Marina was so quaint yet met every need. We had many friends coming and going and all had the time of their lives! We would return to L'Argentiera in a heartbeat! It's lovely!
Verified guest, September 2024
We had a wonderful stay at L'Argentiera in Castro and we will 100% be repeat customers of The Thinking Traveller. The villa, staff, guides and experiences were excellent.
Verified guest, June 2025
We would return to L'Argentiera. It's such a great venue and location, and it's authentic.
Verified guest, June 2025
L'Argentiera was fabulous and Castro Marina was amazing. I have nothing at all to complain about. All 12 of us rate the Castro area. The house staff were all brilliant and we had a perfect family holiday that we would all recommend.
Verified guest, June 2025
Excellent
4.7/5
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The Area
L'Argentiera occupies an enviable seafront position just a few minutes' walk from a selection of restaurants, bars and shops at Castro Marina. Up above is the old defensive citadel of Castro with its evocative castle standing majestically on a rocky outcrop. Castro too has some good eateries and it is a joy to wander through its narrow medieval streets. Thanks to the cleanliness of its waters and the quality of its lidos, Castro Marina has been awarded a Blue Flag for the last few years. Heading north or south from Castro along the spectacular coast road, you will pass through charming fishing towns and above rocky coves. To the north, about 20km away, is the gorgeous town of Otranto, while to the south, you will soon come to the charming resort town of Leuca, home to beautiful Liberty villas from the early 20th century, a sanctuary to the Virgin Mary, a glamorous marina and an imposing lighthouse, signaling your arrival at the very heel of the Italian boot! Also within easy reach, and highly recommended, is the beautiful baroque town of Lecce (45 minutes' drive) and the historic island town of Gallipoli (1 hour's drive).
Getting to and around
Brindisi Airport:
95km-59miles-1hr25Bari Airport:
216km-130miles-2hr44Lecce:
45km-28miles-45minsRestaurants and shops:
10 mins walk in Castro MarinaSanta Maria di Leuca:
30km-18miles-35minsOtranto:
23km-14miles-30minsGallipoli:
70km-43miles-1hrLocal Experiences
Culinary experiences in Salento
The gastronomic traditions of the Salento are simply delicious, and deliciously simple. The area's fabulously tasty ingredients are given the space to speak for themselves, and local recipes are inextricably linked to the seasons.
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Private guided tours in Salento
The Salento is home to one of Italy's loveliest cities, the sophisticated and baroque Lecce, as well as some of the loveliest beaches and most dramatic rocky coastline in the country. From an architectural tour of Lecce to the bike and trekking tours of the Salento's most amazing landscapes, let us guide you as you discover this unique corner of the world.
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Private boat charters in Salento
One of the region’s main attractions is without a doubt its glorious coastline and transparent azure seas. This is particularly true of Leuca, where the Adriatic and the Ionian seas meet.Up and down the Adriatic on the east coast of Puglia and the Ionian on the west coast are many beaches to discover. From nature reserves with wide expanses of sand and sea to sandy or rocky bays in between, there is something for everyone!
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Beach clubs and relaxing activities
Home to some of Italy's loveliest beaches and most dramatic rocky coastline, the Salento is a haven for sea lovers. From the southernmost tip near Leuca, running up the west coast to Gallipoli and beyond, is a vast, almost non-stop strip of paradisiacal golden sand and transparent azure waters. To the east, the Adriatic coastline is more varied, offering sandy beaches, Karstic grottoes, chalk cliffs and salt-water lagoons.
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Wine and Olive Oil tastings in Salento
No trip to Salento would be complete without a wine tasting to discover the famous Negroamaro and Primitivo grapes accompanied by some local delicacies. As well as these spectacular local wines, Puglia is typified by the millions of ancient olive trees scattered across the region, which produce extra virgin olive oil of a spectacular quality. A guided tour will give you a fascinating insight into the secrets of its production.
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