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A courtyard in the heart of Salento

Stone arches in Lecce stone and authentic details tell the story of a land rich in character and tradition.

An oasis of calm away from the summer crowds, yet perfectly placed for exploring the wonders all around: from the coasts of Otranto, Gallipoli and Santa Maria di Leuca to the extraordinary baroque city of Lecce.

The courtyard

Your home in a land to discover

In Bagnolo del Salento time slows down and finds again the slow, genuine rhythm of village life. Wrapped in quiet and in ancient stone, Corte Acquaviva offers a place to experience the truest Salento.

Each apartment showcases the charm of Salento architecture, enriched with modern comforts designed for a pleasant, relaxing stay.

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A refuge in the stone

Our underground pool

Beneath the courtyard, in a space carved into Lecce stone, a small wellness refuge opens up: cool even on the hottest summer days and wrapped in the silence of the stone.

An intimate corner designed for a moment of pure relaxation.

The kitchen and dining area of the Zia Nena apartment The bedroom of the Malìa apartment, with its decorated stone vault The bedroom of the Lumera apartment, with its Lecce stone vault The entryway of the Leria apartment, among exposed stone walls The bedroom of the La Rimesa apartment, with its niche carved into the stone The living room of the Lamia apartment, with its star vaults and mezzanine

The apartments

Houses that taste of Salento

Each of the six apartments takes its name from elements of Salento life.

  1. Zia Nena
  2. Malìa
  3. Lumera
  4. Leria
  5. La Rimesa
  6. Lamia
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The legend

A knight's last journey

In 1481 a horse rode down the road in front of this courtyard, carrying in the saddle the headless body of Count Giulio Antonio Acquaviva. From that episode, half chronicle and half legend, the name Corte Acquaviva was born.

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Illustration of the headless horseman riding through moonlit woods

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