Villa Ginestra is an elegant residence with a private infinity pool overlooking the bay of Marina di Novaglie; it stands on a panoramic hill with an enchanting sea view. The villa is immersed in the uncontaminated Mediterranean scrub of the Otranto-Leuca protected park and is only a few minutes from the most beautiful beaches of Salento. The outdoor space is the strong point of the house with its garden with English lawn, a refreshing private pool and well-stocked solarium with comfortable lounges, deckchairs, tables with chairs and a terrace with spectacular sea view. The main house consists of 2 bedrooms, all equipped with air conditioning, 2 bathrooms with shower, a bright living area with comfortable armchairs and a well-stocked kitchen. There is an annex with bedroom, equipped with air conditioning, and private bathroom and a large private terrace equipped with sitting area and deck chairs. For a total of 6 beds. Designed for families who come on holiday with parents or older children who want to enjoy their privacy. Thanks to its location, guests can immerse themselves in the total tranquility of a wonderful landscape, a few steps from the sea and a few kilometers from the most famous centers of Salento, such as Specchia, Leuca and Otranto.
Property manager
Luciana Biasco
Languages
English, French, Italian, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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Property Registration Number IT075028B400025410, LE07502832000017334
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All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Gagliano del Capo
Located in Gagliano del Capo, this villa is near theme parks and near the beach. Marina di Leuca Port and Delizie in Contea are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pescoluse Beach and Canale del Ciolo. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cave exploring nearby.
Gagliano del Capo
What's nearby
Canale del Ciolo - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
Lighthouse of Santa Maria di Leuca - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
Vado Tower - 19 min drive - 15.5 km
Santa Maria di Leuca Beach - 26 min drive - 11.3 km
Pescoluse Beach - 32 min drive - 18.0 km
Getting around
Alessano-Corsano Station - 10 min drive
Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 100 min drive
Restaurants
Gibò - 4 min drive
Il Ciolo - 4 min drive
La Luna di Bacco - 7 min drive
Castrum Caffè - 11 min drive
La Santa Barbara - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Ginestra Sea View by Galatea Holiday Home have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Ginestra Sea View by Galatea Holiday Home pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).
What time is check-in at Ginestra Sea View by Galatea Holiday Home?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ginestra Sea View by Galatea Holiday Home?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Ginestra Sea View by Galatea Holiday Home located?
Situated by the ocean, this villa is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Canale del Ciolo and within 6 miles (10 km) of Torre Nasparo and Don Tonino Bello Birthplace. Heroon Centopietre and Basilica Santuario Santa Maria De Finibus Terrae are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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We stayed a week overlooking the Adriatic Sea
The view was spectacular from the spacious terrasse
The house was as described. The area peaceful and surrounded by age old olive trees
What a treat
Luciana was reachable and pleasant and would definitely book again
Grazie
Beautiful property, exactly as shown in the photographs. Stunning sea-view. The outside areas are a particular highlight. We really enjoyed our stay here.
The pool looks amazing, especially when lit up at night, and a couple of us did attempt a dip in the day time, but as it is not heated and the day time temperature in October was mid 20s, it was freezing cold! I imagine when the weather is much hotter it is fantastic.
Visitors should be aware that the road up to the villa is very steep, even to drive up it. You definitely need a car as there is nothing in walking distance. Plenty of supermarkets etc in Gagliano del Capo, about a 10 minute drive away.
Something the owners can do nothing about, but if you hate cats, you should be aware that there are a number of local cats (2 in particular, but 4 in total), that were very regular visitors to the villa which for the majority of the time were not too much trouble. However, it meant we couldn't leave any doors open (one occasion someone didn't quite close the mosquito screen across and we caught them on the kitchen island eating our meat and cheese lunch!). It was a little difficult to have food in peace at the outside table as they were very fast and happy to get on the table and steal food, even if you were there trying to keep them off/scare them away. Please don't let this put you off the villa as it is a small thing, but if you are allergic to cats it may be an issue.
We had a wonderful stay at this very well appointed Villa. The views were spectacular and breathtaking. Our host Luciana was very helpful and we enjoyed lunch at her Masseria ristorante a few minutes away from the Villa. We definitely recommend it and would not hesitate to return.
This place is magical! Beautifully constructed to take advantage of the sea view and breeze. The pool was spectacular! Exactly as shown. Attentive and helpful host made sure we were able to find the house. Eat at their nearby Masseria! It’s also wonderful! There is room for 3 couples here—with one couple in the upper unit. Easy drive to Leuca, Castro, Otronto, Gallipoli…and then relax by the pool!
We had a fabulous time at this villa between Marina di Novaglie and Gagliano del Capo. The access road and driveway are a bit scary, but that's the price of what is a truly priceless location and view of the coastline and the sea. Everything about the property is first-rate, with every convenience you could hope for.
We spent a wonderful few days exploring the neighbouring cities and towns, and even managed a short swim in the lovely infinity pool, despite the cool weather (it was still April, to be honest). Lecce is not to be missed; a totally glorious baroque masterpiece architecturally and artistically. The food is delicious, with the local bread rolls, puccia, among the best bread I've ever eaten - so very simple and delicious with the delightfully fresh local produce and fabulous cured meats.
The coastal drive up to Otranto was a highlight, despite the public holiday traffic. This port city with its lovely lungomare promenade and historic centre is a wonderful spot for lunch and strolling/exploring.
We couldn't fault any aspect of the property or the neighbourhood, and would love to return one day for a longer stay, perhaps in the early autumn when the days are a bit warmer. Luciana is a perfect host and was very helpful with advice and a warm welcome. Grazie mille!
We really had an incredible time in Marina di Novaglie. It was a family reunion of sorts, three sisters getting together with a brother-in-law. We enjoyed the house, but we really enjoyed the view. We did daily excursions to nearby beaches, Pescoluse, and took a day trip up to Lecce. We enjoyed the lunch at somewhat famous La Scalo, which is just below the house on the water.
The house was very clean and we certainly use the kitchen and laundry a little bit. It would have been nice to have an extra set of towels and a couple extra rolls of toilet paper.
We stayed here (a couple) for a week in September and everything was perfect, the villa really is as beautiful as the pictures, you would never tire of the view.
It is very well equipped with everything you need, and to a high standard.
It’s an incredibly peaceful location and if you want to relax it couldn’t be better.
You do need a car, however we did walk down to the marina a couple of evenings - there’s an excellent pizzeria there - and it took 25 mins as there’s a steep hill. The pizza was worth it though!
Fantastic villa and we would stay again.
We had a lovely week here and spent a great deal of our time relaxing at the house. Each day we had a strong breeze which takes the edge off the high summer temperatures. The pool was chilly on first getting in, but an ideal temperature for swimming laps. We found that the house was perfect for the four of us. The interior would have been “snug” with six people. The house is delightful for eating and entertaining outside. Our hostess, Luciana, was most welcoming. The area has some remarkably beautiful coastline. There are a number of pleasant restaurants within an easy drive, but they do seem to have very similar menus. We enjoyed sundowners at Bar Giardolo with breathtaking views; excellent (albeit expensive) fish at the harbor side Lo Scalo Restaurant; post-hiking drinks at Bar L’Incanto at the mouth of the small Ciolo canyon and an unexpectedly delightful supper at Moi-Moi in Gagliano de Capo. We also enjoyed outings to Otranto and Santa Maria di Leuca.
Das Haus hat eine tolle Lage. Luciana ist super nett und sehr entgegenkommend und kümmert sich mit Ihrem Mann sofort, auch bei kleineren Anliegen, wenn man z.B. zu doof ist die Waschmaschine anzuschalten :).
Da wir im Herbst dort waren, wäre etwas wärmere Bettwäsche sinnvoll gewesen. Ansonsten haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt
Très bel emplacement, bel extérieur avec piscine très bien entretenue. Très belle vue. L'intérieur de la maison est simple et la décoration un peu démodée, l'équipement est minimal.
Excellent house with fantastic view and great location for exploring local Salento towns and beaches. Walking distance to the local beach (rocks) and short driving to restaurants and shopping.
Very friendly host, Luciana, who is very helpful with everything
Es war wirklich alles wie beschrieben, und noch besser vor Ort. Bei den Bildern war nichts gemogelt. Gut eingerichtete Küche, gute Betten und alles sehr sauber. Der Pool, der Blick aufs Meer, einfach grandios. Hervorzuheben noch die 2 Sitzmöglichkeiten aussen, so das man immer Schatten hatte. Wir hätten gerne einige Tage verlängert,
Klein, fein und behaglich das Haus, großzügig die gepflegte Außenanlage und atemberaubend der Blick in alle Richtungen. Wir haben unsere Zeit hier so richtig genossen und haben "unser" Haus nur schweren Herzens wieder verlassen. Aber kommen wieder! Danke Luciana für Deine Sorgfalt und Infos!
The Villa is situated in an amazing location, you will need a car as there is not much nearby, but we spent quite a bit of time at the villa decompressi.g and rekindling. The weather was lovely during the day. Cool and breezy at night. The pool was clean and beautiful, but almost too chilly to use, so when we come back it will be later in the season.
Also, the location is rural so bring bug repellant.
Nous avons passé un séjour agréable dans une villa époustouflante, une vue incroyable, Angelita la propriétaire nous fait un bel accueil, toujours disponible pour répondre à nos questions afin de passer un fabuleux séjour
Nous nous sommes régalé
Un grand merci à Angelita et son papa