The hush of an ancient walled garden

14 Guests

7 Bedrooms

6 Bathrooms

An extremely desirable home from home, Villa Specchia combines opulent interiors, extensive, manicured gardens, a glorious pool and daily service to create an exclusive privileged atmosphere. Should you ever wish to leave the considerable comfort of your surroundings, however, a gentle stroll will take you to the quiet, authentic village of Specchia, which has a few traditional restaurants and shops and a gentle, laid-back atmosphere.

Key Highlights

  • Heatable pool
  • Short walk to shop(s) / restaurant(s)
  • Daily maid service
  • Barbecue
  • Breakfast (excl. ingredients)
  • Table tennis

Gallery

The beautiful pool at Villa Specchia is surrounded by mature trees.

The beautiful pool at Villa Specchia is surrounded by mature trees.

The pool and the extensive, manicured gardens are a delight to behold.

The pool and the extensive, manicured gardens are a delight to behold.

The main al fresco dining area looks out over the gardens.

The main al fresco dining area looks out over the gardens.

Classical elegance.

Classical elegance.

The entrance to one of the large reception rooms.

The entrance to one of the large reception rooms.

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Villa Specchia is a beautiful villa in a lovely town. The real superpower of this villa are the two lovely sisters who took care of us every day and cooked us some of the best dinners we've had - a home cooked meal every night for the 12 of us. If you stay here do yourself a favor and let them cook for you. Nothing beat sitting out on the large dining room table on the patio every evening and being served beautiful Italian meals night after night Thank you for the hospitality and for taking care of us!

Dave Kevane, visited 2026

Overview

  • GuestsUp to 14
  • Bedrooms7
  • Double beds3
  • Flexible double/twin beds4
  • Bathrooms6
  • En-suite bathrooms6 of 6

Features and Amenities

The property

  • Private parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Geography

  • Short walk to shop(s) / restaurant(s)

Pool & Wellness

  • Heatable pool
    14x7m

Services

  • Daily maid service
  • Breakfast (excl. ingredients)
  • Local knowledge and recommendations

Kitchen & Dining

  • Barbecue
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Entertainment & Tech

  • Table tennis
  • Fibre Wi-Fi Internet
  • Outdoor sound system

Includes

  • IncludedBespoke itinerary planning and exclusive experiences
  • IncludedExclusive use of your private villa and grounds
  • IncludedEffortless trip sharing with your guests on our online platform
  • IncludedAward-winning local expertise throughout your stay

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedThe cost of ingredients for specified meals, payable locally

Getting to and around

Brindisi Airport100km-62miles-1hr30
Bari Airport215km-130miles-2hr45
Restaurants and shops5 minutes walk
Beaches at Ugento15km-9miles-25mins
Lecce52km-33miles-50mins
Gallipoli38km-24miles-45mins
Leuca19km-12miles-25mins
Otranto39km-24miles-40mins

Bedroom details

Main House

  • Bedroom 1: double bed (190x200cm), en-suite bathroom with jacuzzi tub and shower attachment
  • Bedroom 2: double bed (190x200cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 3: double-twin bed (170/85x190cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 4: double-twin bed (170/85x190cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 5: double-twin bed (180/90x200cm), interconnecting shower room shared with bedroom 6
  • Bedroom 6: double bed (180x190cm), interconnecting shower room shared with bedroom 5

Courtyard

  • Bedroom 7: double-twin bed (180/90x200cm), en-suite shower

Bedroom 7 is accessed externally and also has two divans which may become single beds on request (and for a small extra charge) bringing the total occupancy up to 16.

NB: A double-twin bedroom has two single beds that can either be joined together to create a double bed or left separate as two single beds.

Reduced Occupancy

During the shoulder seasons, Villa Specchia has reduced prices for groups that don’t need to use all the bedrooms. The bedrooms not required will be closed, but the rest of villa, its amenities and its grounds will remain at the complete disposal of guests. Please see further detail below:

For reduced occupancy bookings for 6 bedrooms sleeping 12: rooms 1-6 will be prepared. For reduced occupancy bookings for 5 bedrooms sleeping 10: rooms 1, 2, 3, 4 and your choice of 5 or 6.
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About the property

Inside

accommodation at Villa Specchia is all on one floor with the exception of one of the bedrooms.

The main entrance leads in to a very large sitting room with three separate sitting areas. To the right, the dining room leads through to a wonderful covered terrace with views of the garden and the pool.

On the opposite side of the living area are two double bedrooms, one with an -suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and shower attachment, the other with an en-suite shower room.

Back near the front door is a double-twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and a staircase leading to the first floor, which is home to another double-twin bedroom, also with en-suite shower room.

Beyond the living room is the large kitchen, the laundry room and the fifth and sixth bedrooms, a double and a double-twin sharing a Jack and Jill shower room. The double-twin also has French windows accessing the courtyard.

The last bedroom, a double with en-suite shower room, is situated across a courtyard from the kitchen and accessed externally. Thanks to the presence of a sofa bed, this bedroom may also be used as a twin.

Outside

Villa Specchia is situated in 25 hectares (62 Acres) of private walled gardens, and is perfectly secure and peaceful.

Guests will be sure to spend much of their time between the wonderful covered and furnished patio and the green lawns surrounding the large pool. The pool furnishings are naturally of the highest quality. The internal courtyard of the Masseria traps the sun beautifully on a spring morning and the extensive gardens invite leisurely strolls, or simply long reading sessions in the shade of a tree.

CIN No. IT075077B400100917

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About the Area

Villa Specchia is within walking distance of the centre of the charming, authentic village of Specchia from which the villa takes its name. Its quiet streets are home to some impressive baroque palazzi and churches as well as a few traditional restaurants serving local fare and some shops.

The nearest beaches around Ugento and Pescoluse on the Ionian coast are within about 25 minutes drive, as are the charming villages of Leuca, Tricase and Castro Marina. Lovers of culture will not want to miss a visit to the stunning baroque jewel of Lecce, the dramatic walled island of Gallipoli, or the defensive city of Otranto, all of which are within very comfortable "day-trip" distance.

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Considerations

You may also wish to know that the pool has a single depth of 1.6m.

This property is surrounded by countryside, some of which is unfenced and may include drops or steep slopes. We therefore recommend that younger children are supervised by an adult when exploring the grounds.

Please note that there is a pond in the grounds that is not fenced.

Although this property is located within walking distance of a few shops and traditional restaurants, we strongly recommend that you hire a car.

Read more about our Health and Safety Policy here

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Guest Reviews

Villa Specchia is a beautiful villa in a lovely town. The real superpower of this villa are the two lovely sisters who took care of us every day and cooked us some of the best dinners we've had - a home cooked meal every night for the 12 of us. If you stay here do yourself a favor and let them cook for you. Nothing beat sitting out on the large dining room table on the patio every evening and being served beautiful Italian meals night after night Thank you for the hospitality and for taking care of us!

Dave Kevane, visited June 2026

Villa Specchia is a perfect place with a top supporting staff. What we loved was the space, the quality of the decoration and the quality of the house staff. Would we return? Yes.

DD, visited October 2025

Villa Specchia was very different. Lots of space, nice gardens. If we could sum up our experience in a few words? Very friendly staff, delicious food, unique villa.

RP, visited August 2025

We enjoyed Villa Specchia and Specchia village.

Verified guest, visited July 2025

What stood out about Villa Specchia? The situation, the interior and pool, which was kept very clean. Would we return? Yes.

Verified guest, visited June 2025

The villa was wonderful, and staff was lovely and helpful.

Verified guest, visited July 2023

The villa made a perfect landing spot for touring several locations within an hour. It was peaceful, relaxing and remote, although very adjacent to the town. The staff were all very kind and accommodating.

James Bellante, visited May 2023

The staff at Villa Specchia were outstanding.

Verified guest, visited April 2023

Classical elegance.

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