CUTROFIANO – LECCE – SALENTO Residenza Dolce , period villa dating back to 1600s in the heart of Grec?a Salentina This prestigious historic villa has preserved the characteristic architectural elements of the 17th centrury and the elegant frescoes that decorate the vaults of the main floor. It has a covered area of approx. 700 sqm distributed over two levels and it is immersed in a lush park of approx. 15 hectares in total, of which three hectares are planted with centuries-old woods and other large ornamental plants that seem to envelop the building as if to protect its privacy. The imposing gate, overlooking the provincial road from Collepasso to Noha, opens onto a winding path up to the house which is arranged on two levels above ground and has, not far away, a small outbuilding of about 20 sqm. Access to the main body is possible from each side of the house, thanks to the various entrances located around its entire perimeter. On the ground floor we are welcomed by nine rooms with star and barrel vaults, separated by a large central corridor and a room with flat vaults corresponding to the surface of the terrace at the level above. Two internal stairs located in different areas of the building lead to the first floor which consists of six rooms with frescoed star vaults and two large terraces at the same level arranged on the two opposite sides of the building. From the terrace, on the east side, it is possible to access the roof terrace. The entire property is in good general condition but requires a careful conservative restoration to return to its ancient light. In consideration of its characteristics, the property is suitable to apply for the funds granted by Regione Puglia through the new finance instrument called Mini Pia (former Titolo II) which provides for a non-repayable contribution both for the purchase and for the renovation of historic buildings. Cutrofiano is 20 km from the beautiful beaches of Gallipoli, 15 km from Santa Maria al Bagno, 25 km from Otranto, 30 km from Lecce and 80 km from Brindisi Airport.