Antica Masseria Pescu

Country House

Excellent 9.9 / 10

(25 reviews)

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Strada Vicinale del Pesco, snc - Presicce (LE) - Area: hills

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Código de identificación nacional: IT075098B400025110

La struttura
The farmhouse, built in the 1700s on the Murgia (hill), which overlooks the town of Presicce, is composed of a central "L" shaped building where the owners live, and where 6 spacious rooms were derived from old stables. The ceilings are all vaulted and the walls are quite thick, in order to ensure coolness in the summer and warmth in the winter. The rooms, equipped with every comfort (TV, refrigerator, air conditioning, bathroom with shower, hairdryer), are furnished with simplicity, without neglecting our taste for craftsman wood furniture, a carpet knotted by hand or a canvass; silence and relaxation are guaranteed in these rooms (king-size bed with an orthopaedic mattress). Each room has a private entrance and outside covered patio, equipped with table and chairs, from which you can enjoy a beautiful, panoramic view.

The area is always pleasantly ventilated (which also limits the mosquito population in the summer).

In front of the main building of the farmhouse, in a panoramic position at the top of the slope, is the swimming pool (about 100mq), equipped with beds, tables and chairs: a small gazebo offers shelter when the sun is too strong; those who love the shade can take refuge in the relaxing oasis in the woods, among live oaks and carob trees. From the main building of the farm, descending the short slope among the Indian figs, agaves and shrub bushes, you will reach the stables and the paddock, alongside a building originally used to manufacture tobacco building in which a one room and two apartments with two bedrooms (LODGES) have been derived.

The lodges are furnished in the same style of the farm-house and have a complete equipped cooking area, an external equipped veranda and a stone built barbecue.

Finally, at the edge of the forest, an ancient building (probably dating back to the fourteenth century) above the underground oil mill, dug into the rock by hand, witnessed the production and processing of olive oil.

Rooms and Rates

Air Conditioning
Historic House
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Swimming Pool
Garden
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Fine Design
Charm
Heating
Ideale per trekking
Vicino a piste ciclabili

Declared by the Innkeeper

Various information

Rooms with air conditioning
Parking
Internet access
English speaker
French speaker
German speaker

House features

Historic house
19th century house
Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions
Photovoltaic or other forms of renewable energy

Services of the house

Swimming Pool
Garden
Terrace
Garage / parking

Facilities and services

Beaches

Location and surroundings

City centre
Panoramic view
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 9
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 9

Size of rooms

Over 30 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
TV
Mirror or luggage case
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Terrace / balcony
2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs
Sofa / armchairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests
Shuttle service

Holiday themes - the place

Sea

Holiday themes - town size

Small town - between 5000 and 25000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Historic centre
Shopping area
Located in country side or nature reserves
Near sports facilities
Gardens and landscapes

Holiday themes - house features

Historic house
Fine design
Charm
Garden
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

Guests in this venue liked:

swimming pool
abundant breakfast
charming property
spectacular view
very new
near a ski resort

Excellent

9.9 / 10

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Overall Rating

9.9

25 reviews

antoine

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

We had a very pleasant time as a group of 4, with 2 teenagers, in Presicce. We were perfectly welcomed by Bartolomeo and his wife, both of whom speak French...phew! We enjoyed a charming, very clean facility with a superb infinity pool. The owner guided us very well for the visit of the places and restaurants. True tourism professionals. The location is ideal for relaxing and walking by the sea, as it is located 15 minutes from one side of the Ionian Sea and its beaches, and 15 minutes from the Adriatic Sea for diving. Conclusion: GREAT and it was hard to leave the place.

stayed from 07/13/2019 to 07/22/2019

cassia

A very pleasant and tranquil stay thanks to Bartolomeo and Maria Rosaria. Very beautiful Antica Masseria Pescu, abundant and homemade breakfast. I wish them excellent continuation. They deserve it.

stayed from 09/15/2017 to 09/22/2017

guillaume

We spent 5 days relaxing in this charming place. Perfect location to visit the surrounding sites, small villages, and the coast. An ideal pool, personalized welcome by Maria and Bartolomeo. The room is very clean and the breakfast with local and homemade products. A plus with the homemade olive oil which is delicious! to bring back in your suitcase.

stayed from 09/27/2016 to 10/01/2016

fabio

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

Staying at the Antica Masseria Pescu means relaxation, peace, and beauty. The apartment at our disposal was well equipped with everything, very spacious, and beautiful. Bartolomeo and his family know how to welcome you warmly and are always (with discretion) available to give you useful advice and exchange a few words. The structure is located in a very quiet area, in the countryside but still convenient to reach the beautiful Ionian beaches as well as the most renowned locations (Gallipoli, Lecce). A special thanks to Niccolò and Laila who acted as "guides" and companions to our children.

stayed from 08/10/2024 to 08/17/2024

paolo

Great location, cleanliness, distance from the sea/restaurants (15 minutes), tranquility, all managed perfectly by Bartolomeo and Maria Rosaria, assisted by Paola.

stayed from 06/17/2024 to 06/26/2024

tiziana

Excellent facility, attention to detail. Also suitable for children, as there is a fenced courtyard where they can walk and move around. Excellent breakfast and cleanliness. The managers are very kind. We had a great time.

stayed from 05/24/2024 to 05/29/2024

federico

The Masseria Pescu gave us the opportunity to spend a wonderful stay in an ancient Apulian Masseria from the 16th century, where the tuff, the stone, the vaulted ceilings, and the white lime tell the story and traditions of these beautiful places. The welcome of the owners and the kindness of their collaborators is unparalleled. In the morning, we were awaited with genuine breakfasts rich in local delicacies, while in the evening, upon returning from the beaches, we relaxed by the pool observing the colors of the last rays projected by the sun at sunset. The location, at the tip of the heel, is excellent for visiting the Lower Salento, reaching its stunning coasts, the marine caves, the beaches, and the characteristic villages of the region in a few minutes. In summary, it was a beautiful experience that I highly recommend to those who want to spend a moment of relaxation and get to know the most genuine Salento.

stayed from 06/05/2023 to 06/11/2023

giuseppe

A farmhouse where you can taste the authentic atmosphere of Salento. Splendid welcome and staff availability.

stayed from 06/05/2023 to 06/11/2023

maria cristina

Beautiful and well-kept location, helpful and kind managers, varied breakfast sweet, savory at km zero. Quiet and convenient location for travel, very close to the sea and 1 km from the beautiful Presicce. Pool and cleanliness are great!

stayed from 09/04/2022 to 09/10/2022

patrizia

Courtesy, kindness, availability, sympathy. Enchanting place.

stayed from 06/27/2022 to 07/05/2022

bernadette

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

bernadette rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 08/14/2021 to 08/21/2021

maria

Maria Rosaria and Bartolomeo welcomed us to their masseria with grace and kindness.\n\nUpon arrival, we were delighted to find that the property matched the photographic description: the beautiful pool, in particular, was as large as it appears in the photos.\n\nThe rooms are spacious and tastefully furnished.\n\nSilence reigns supreme, and the atmosphere is just like that of ancient farmhouses immersed in greenery where you only hear the song of cicadas.\n\nIn short, we loved it very much. Furthermore, I must add that breakfast is more of a brunch: rich in good homemade sweet and savory items. I really have no negative comments to make to both the friendly hosts and the property, which is strategically located in a point that allows easy access to both the coast and the inland. I recommend it to everyone.

stayed from 07/07/2019 to 07/14/2019

romina

Assuming that I work in a hotel and that my eye is used to seeing and improving what's wrong, there's nothing wrong here. The place is stunning, two minutes from the beautiful historic center of Presicce yet immersed in an unreal silence. The rooms are large and super clean, comfortable, fresh, and quiet. The common areas and the stunning pool are meticulously maintained and the breakfast is always rich in local products and homemade sweets. But all this is possible only thanks to Bartolomeo and Maria Rosaria. They do not manage the masseria, they provide hospitality! Bartolo (my little one called him that) will recommend beaches, places to see, and excellent restaurants to try, and Maria Rosaria will let you try her juices, jams, and homemade sweets every morning. They are always ready to exchange a few words and give a smile. My three-year-old boy became friends with their two children and every moment we were at the masseria, he practically wanted to be inside their house. It was just me worrying, they (along with the grandmothers and the very sweet Teresa) welcomed him as if he were their own son. I could write a thousand more things, but my advice is to go there and try everything in person. Oh, and don't forget that you are in a strategic location to visit many wonderful places in Salento in a few minutes.

stayed from 07/21/2018 to 07/31/2018

The answer from the host:
Senza parole, un bacione! Grazie.

mary

What can I say, we are Romans from Rome and we are very demanding when it comes to holidays and money, and we must say that this place has fully satisfied both needs, the meticulous and hard work of Bartolomeo, Maria Rosaria together with the staff Teresa and friends, made us experience a week out of the ordinary in Italy. A beautiful place, the farmhouse with a pool, fresh breeze in the midst of scorching heat and we swear we never used the air conditioning at night, very clean rooms, very unique and incredibly spacious for a very reasonable price. The breakfast! It's a lunch! Very rich in delicious homemade things and the staff always ready for any need that naturally falls within their possibilities. Mr. Bartolomeo always available, a true guide of Salento and a person with a big heart, hard to find in a manager. Presicce is a very nice village that belongs to an important part of Italy's history not to be missed, not to mention Salento itself, another world. The sea, reachable in a short time, is stunning, fantastic and clean colors! I would say that this farmhouse is strategically located because it is in a ventilated, quiet, peaceful, welcoming place full of humanity! Finally, a young family that works hard with respect, warmth, joy, care aiming for the full satisfaction of the customer! Thank you very much to Bartolomeo, Maria Rosaria, Teresa, Nonna, and Molly, we will return!

stayed from 07/14/2018 to 07/21/2018

davide

15 minutes (by car) from the sea, the Antica Masseria Pescu is a place of great peace and serenity, always cool in the evening thanks to a constant breeze coming from the nearby woods (owned). Beautiful pool, spacious villas, fresh and very clean. The ideal location for those who want to discover the many wonders of Salento, from the meeting of the two seas in S. Maria di Leuca to the Zinzulusa Caves in Castro, continuing with the beautiful white beaches of the Ionian coast. All this "seasoned" by the friendliness, availability, and good advice of the managers Bartolomeo and Rosaria and their two beautiful children.

stayed from 06/30/2018 to 07/07/2018

nicole

nicole rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 05/23/2018 to 05/27/2018

tiziana

We arrived at this property confident of having a great vacation. In reality, the welcome we received from Bartolomeo and Rosaria went well beyond our expectations, after a few minutes we felt at home, surrounded by joyful and friendly people. This B&B has the right characteristics to offer tranquillity and relaxation in a very well-kept environment, elegant and very spacious rooms, and a stunning pool. We thank Rosaria and Bartolomeo for these days, absolutely to be repeated. A special thanks also to Liliana, the lady of the morning breakfasts, sweet and willing to meet our coffee requests, keep it up because you are special. Tiziana, Roberto and, of course, Dago!

stayed from 08/23/2017 to 08/28/2017

andrea

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

Bartolomeo and Maria Rosaria were always very attentive and helpful. They gave us great advice for excursions. We recommend this property for the hospitality, cleanliness, and location. We opted for the apartment formula and it was very well equipped. Nothing was missing of all that could be useful.

stayed from 08/09/2017 to 08/16/2017

claudio

We returned after a few years to Antica Masseria Pescu. We found the magic of a place of particular beauty again, the red sunsets from the well-kept pool, the cool, comfortable, and spotlessly clean rooms. A positive surprise: the affectionate cordiality and professionalism of Bartolomeo and Maria Rosaria who pampered us in every way. Amazing breakfasts with sweet and savory specialties prepared daily with love. A thank you to Liliana, caring and affectionate. We can't wait to come back.

stayed from 07/18/2017 to 07/28/2017

paolo

A fantastic week at this Antica Masseria Pescu, thanks also to the cordiality, availability, sympathy and professionalism of Bartolo and Maria Rosaria. Relax between pool, beaches and wonderful sea, strategic location to move around both Salento coasts. What about breakfast? We simply saved on lunch: excellent, abundant, varied, from savory to sweet in typical Salento style. Very spacious room, great attention to cleanliness, equipped with every comfort. A thank you also to Liliana for her sympathy and availability. We will definitely come back.

stayed from 07/15/2017 to 07/24/2017

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille ragazzi, ci auguriamo di riavervi da noi l'anno prossimo per un'altra avventura insieme, siete stati simpaticissimi e di ottima compagnia. Non dimenticheremo facilmente il ROMBOOOO della vostra Harley. Un abbraccio Bartolomeo e Maria Rosaria.

luciano

Excellent location of Antica Masseria Pescu compared to the various seaside resorts. The well-restored structure is located on a small hill from which you can enjoy a panorama that ranges from endless olive groves. In the evening by the poolside, we were able to admire and enjoy the sunset in tranquility. The spacious room, equipped with a large bed and complete with all the comforts. Impeccable services overall but especially in cleaning and breakfast (so dear to us), but what made us feel so 'carefree' and very relaxed was the cordiality shown spontaneously by the young managers Bartolomeo and Maria Rosaria with their splendid children. Highly recommended!

stayed from 06/03/2017 to 06/09/2017

The answer from the host:
Un caro abbraccio da tutti noi, grazie mille.

dosolina

This year we returned to Antica Masseria Pescu because the courtesy and friendliness of Maria Rosaria and Bartolomeo make the difference. You feel like family, but their presence is very discreet. The farmhouse is well-kept and well-maintained, with excellent cleanliness of the rooms and common areas. Located in a quiet place but convenient to the center of Presicce and a few kilometers from beautiful beaches. The pool is lovely, breakfast excellent and abundant, and if you feel something might be missing, just ask and you shall receive. Highly recommended.

stayed from 06/25/2016 to 07/02/2016

emanuela

This year, as for the last seven, we stayed at the Antica Masseria Pescu in Presicce. It is evident that we feel very good if we have returned eight times, but this year there is a novelty: Giuliana and Fernando have entrusted the management of the Antica Masseria Pescu to excellent hands, those of Bartolomeo and Maria Rosaria, two wonderful, kind, welcoming, professional people attentive to the needs of all guests! They made changes to the breakfast area making it more shaded and welcoming, not to mention the breakfast they expanded according to the Salento tradition with mozzarellas, stracciatella, fresh and aged cheeses, seasoned tomatoes, seasoned olives, eggplants in oil, cold cuts on request, and cakes made by Maria Rosaria, as well as croissants, pasticciotti, jams, nutella, cereals, yogurt, fresh fruit, bread, friselline, various types of biscuits, eggs... in short, it's hard to eat everything! Furthermore, the Antica Masseria Pescu retains its magic intact and the surroundings, the sea, the small villages, the restaurants, are always a source of delights for the body and spirit! The cleanliness of the rooms is always excellent, the beds are large, the bathrooms are spacious and the delightful and clean infinity pool, with a shaded area equipped with huge umbrellas. Entering the Antica Masseria Pescu is like stepping into an oasis of peace and tranquility, leaving everything else behind, dazzled by the sun and then finding freshness and shade in the beautiful rooms with star or barrel vaults, in local stone... highly recommended! We stayed from August 22, 2015 to September 5, 2015. Thanks again Maria Rosaria and Bartolomeo.

stayed from 08/22/2015 to 09/05/2015

The answer from the host:
Ciao Emanuela, ti ringraziamo per la tua favolosa recensione, tra l'altro anche particolareggiata e piena di dettagli, sicuramente utile a chi la leggerà per meglio comprendere i servizi da noi offerti! Siamo davvero entusiasti della tua recensione, che ripaga il nostro impegno nel cercare di migliorare sempre di più! Saremo lieti di avervi con noi nuovamente l'anno prossimo, con l'ambizione di farvi trovare nuovi servizi ancora migliorativi! il nostro motto è: non si finisce mai di migliorare!!! Un grande ed affettuoso saluto a Luciano, e grazie ancora. Bartolomeo e Maria Rosaria.

barbara

Fantastic location managed by Bartolomeo and Maria Rosaria, wonderful people who make you feel at home. Located in an excellent position to visit the most beautiful beaches and places in Salento. Rooms furnished with excellent taste equipped with every comfort. Amazing breakfast with fresh and genuine products. How could we forget Maria Rosaria's amazing cakes? Highly recommended in every way. Thank you for the beautiful vacation! Antica Masseria Pescu.

stayed from 09/02/2015 to 09/09/2015

The answer from the host:
Grazie Barbara, siete fantastici, un saluto ad entrambi da Bartolomeo e Maria Rosaria.

orietta

Great location, beautiful pool, abundant and varied breakfast. The rooms are spacious, very clean, and very characteristic. What can I say: everything perfect. I highly recommend, to those who have the opportunity, to avoid the month of August, not so much for the crowding in Antica Masseria Pescu since the rooms are not many (fortunately!) but to fully enjoy the Salento, as in August it is almost unlivable.

stayed from 07/04/2015 to 07/12/2015

The answer from the host:
Orietta, che dire siete fantastici, grazie mille un bacione!

Hey, I'm Bartolomeo

Me and my family decided to manage the farm for the passion that is in us, and our intent is to accommodate people and make them feel at ease as much as possible as if they were at home! We hope to succeed and wish you a peaceful holiday in our house!

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Attività e Dintorni
Passing through the woods of the farm, among the shrub plants, in addition to the underground oil mill, you can see the old quarry from which tuff was extracted for use in construction.

In the building and its immediate vicinity, also available to guests: bicycles, tennis courts, a football field, bocce court and diving centre. There is the possibility of horseback riding, sailboat and motorboat rental, and excursions to the semi-submersed caves.

In a very short amount of time, you can reach important tourist attractions from the farmhouse such as: Lecce (the Florence of the South) at 60 km; Otranto (the Gate to the Orient) at 30 km; Gallipoli (the beautiful city) a 30 km; Leuca (the white city) at 12 km.

Salento, with its crystalline sea (200km of sandy, jagged coastline) and 100 towns, offers history, art, tradition and hospitality. For those who want to know or learn these aspects, the structure offers 10 itineraries to choose from: archaeological, focusing on the traces of Messapian civilization and the megalithism of Salento; naturalist, with cycling paths, excursions on horseback or on foot among the olive trees; enogastronomic, with tasting events for wine, oil and typical food products; artisan, along the streets of ceramics, Lecce stone and iron, or visiting the historical centres for cartapesta (paper mache), handcrafted weaving, and "fisculari" (interwoven rope panels); cultural-artistic, with the medieval and baroque architecture of Lecce; rural, discovering the farm culture and typical rural architecture in dry stone; folkloric, with its markets, village festivals, religious and pagan celebrations, and overwhelming popular music; olive oil, with the underground mills of the Basilium's monks; coastal, with the cliffs, caves and warning towers; thermal bath, with a visit to the thermal baths of S. Cesarea and finally, the speleological itinerary, with the caves, vertical caves and underground rivers.
These are just some of the suggestions we propose in order to understand and appreciate the most authentic Salento, in its spontaneity and contradictions, a true island in the peninsula.

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Salve Train Station 4 Km

Antica Masseria Pescu

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