Salento, ItalyLeverano
Masseria Antonio Augusto
Belgian-influenced Salento masseria
Belgian-influenced Salento masseria
An Italian emigrant family revived this fortified farmhouse, balancing centuries-old limestone arches with clean Belgian furnishings.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Belgian furnishings and Bart Lens lighting offset restored pietra Leccese vaulted stone walls.
Notable
Centuries-old monastic arches and restored ceiling frescoes anchor the converted fortified Apulian farmhouse.
Notable
Traditional orecchiette and local wines served in a deconsecrated chapel among Leverano vineyards.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Leverano's vineyards surround the property, and the Ionian coastline at Porto Cesareo is a short drive west.
The rooms
Bedrooms sit under vaulted limestone ceilings, finished with smooth travertine floors and restrained modern lighting.
The pool and spa
Bring a swimsuit.
Daybeds and gazebos line the garden pool, and the subterranean spa holds a quiet room with wooden loungers.
The baths
A hydromassage pool with wall spouts sits in the former wine cellar, next to a glass-enclosed sauna.
At the table
Tables at Albaro sit beneath a vine-covered pergola, and the kitchen serves modern takes on classic Apulian dishes.
How it began
Antonio Augusto left Salento at eleven for the Belgian coal mines, returning decades later with his son to restore the farmhouse.
Salento
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.