Ever been on the heel of the boot? No? Well, come on down, right to the very tip! You need to know, the guests who find their way to this part of southern Apulia don't do it by accident. You come here with purpose to get a break from the crowds. For a proper, unpretentious total reset. To breathe in nature, listen to the cicada concerts, and finally forget about that endless to-do list.
You’ll be staying on our grandfather’s old farm. We’ve given it a refresh, but you’ll still spot traces of the past – stone troughs in the old stable, hooks for sheep and horses, and Granddad Mimì’s bike, still parked under the orange tree after forty years. If you're up for it, we’ll take you to our ancient underground olive press in town. We’re surrounded by nearly 700 olive trees and 5 hectares of land. You’ll eat well here – honest and delicious food: our own olive oil, honey, figs, and other goodies straight from the garden. We’ll host you the best way we know how – the homely way. We’ll feed you pasticciotto, show you around the farm, and share our favorite local spots in this beautiful corner of Italy.
Voioro is a former masseria – the southern Italian kind of farm where people, sheep, and horses all used to live under one roof. Today, it’s a cosy, family-run agriturismo.
We’ve got 4 independent rooms for you, all converted from the old farm building. Each room has its own entrance and a view of the citrus grove or the vineyard. Altogether, we can host up to 11 guests. Often couples or families who come here chasing the sun and the comfort of a homey atmosphere.
The rooms are comfy, and come with private bathrooms. The Superior room and our reception used to be the stable – you can still spot the old stone troughs and hooks from when sheep and horses lived here.
We offer three double rooms, one for four guests, and one superior double. All come with bed linen, towels, individually controlled air con, a flat-screen TV, mini fridge, private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, toiletries, Wi-Fi, drying rack and mosquito nets.
Outside, you’ve got a free parking space, outdoor showers for hot days, a barbecue and a shared chill-out area perfect for lazy afternoons.
We’re open mainly in summer, but if you book at least 3 rooms for a week, we’ll open the masseria just for you in the off-season. We won’t serve breakfast then, but we’ll hand you the keys to the kitchen.
Thinking about a family reunion? Or maybe a night in a tent under the olive trees? We’re all ears – and open to ideas.
Well, mornings here start nice and slow, under the shade of the trees by the stone tables with the sound of cicadas in the background. Breakfast is served outdoors, relaxed and easy-going. Sometimes guests arrive barefoot, in their swimsuits, ready to dive into the sea.
On the table, you’ll find homemade sweets, made by me and my daughter Teresa – tarts, tiramisu, pasticciotti (cream-filled pastries you have to try). We also serve classic friselline with tomatoes. Guests rave about the fresh fruits from the garden, especially figs served with local cheeses.
Everything you eat comes from our farm or our local friends. We have our own extra virgin olive oil from our trees, vegetables, fruits, and honey from our very own bees.
We share the best of what our land offers, and if you ask our guests, that’s what makes them feel right at home.
They call us the “Maldives of Italy,” and with access to two seas, we’re still the less crowded destination, far from packed resorts. Getting bored is simply not an option!
You'll find us just 3 km from the little town of Torre Vado and the gorgeous Pescoluse beaches (you might have heard of them – stunning!). Plus, we're only a short drive from popular spots like Santa Maria di Leuca (the very tip of the heel), Otranto, the beautiful baroque city of Lecce, and Gallipoli. You can zip over to explore both the Ionian and Adriatic coasts really easily from here.
When you arrive, I’ll tell you about the must-see places and the hidden beaches just waiting for you to relax on. In the summer, the local festivals come alive, with traditional dishes and pizzica (a dance from Apulia).
My husband Antonio and our son Andrea run the farm and look after the animals. They’re always happy to take you around, show you the fields, and let you in on how we make our own olive oil and honey.
We’ve also mentioned the historic Byzantine underground olive press, known as the Frantoio Ipogeo. Carved into the rock, this ancient olive press dates back to the Byzantine era and was even used by the Messapians. It’s where lamp oil was made to light streets around the world. The press stands as a testament to the past, full of passion and history, and we’d love to show you around.
There’s a whole bunch of outdoor activities waiting for you: tennis, football, horseback riding, and if you’re a fan of the sea – swimming, diving, and boat tours. The famous Pescoluse and 'Maldive del Salento' beaches are super accessible, along with the dramatic Ciolo cliff and the cool sea caves dotted along the Santa Maria di Leuca coastline.
I wholeheartedly recommend a boat trip along the Adriatic cliffs. t's truly unforgettable!
Honestly, It’s so beautiful here, so I encourage you to take unplanned trips. Ask a local for a tip, follow a random road sign, get wonderfully lost for a bit. Wander a little, and feel the magic of the unknown. Sometimes, it’s best to just go with the flow.
What’s there for children?
All accommodations are thoughtfully furnished and equipped with everything needed to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay for both adults and children. Your stay includes bed and breakfast with our own local products. The property is just a 10-minute walk from the historic center of Morciano di Leuca, 3 km from Torre Vado and Pescoluse, 10 km from Santa Maria di Leuca, and 40 km from Gallipoli.
But the real fun for the little ones? Probably the farm! My husband Antonio and our son Andrea are the heroes who run the show here, looking after the land and the animals.
Want a peek at the olive groves? Curious about how we make our own olive oil or honey? See what's growing in the fields? Just grab Antonio or Andrea when you see them pottering about – they're always happy to share a bit of farm life with curious kids (and grown-ups!).