luxury house with terrace for sale Gioia del Colle, Italy

APULIA - CASAMASSIMA (BA) Extraordinary and evocative real estate complex with oriental elements. This extraordinary real estate property, located near an 18-hole golf course, is an authentic jewel that blends historical elegance with oriental architectural elements, creating a unique and fascinating environment. Surrounded by large green spaces, this property offers an immersive experience that captivates the imagination. The buildings developed around a manor house built around 1850, renovated and enlarged between 1980 and 1990. The architectural complex, of considerable value, consists of several buildings and large open spaces and greenery, is completely surrounded by local stone walls and is accessed through two entrances. Main building After passing the entrance, bordered by two shaped stone pillars, you enter a long avenue which, crossing a grove of pines, eucalyptus, fir trees and other essences, leads to the manor house with a beautiful neoclassical façade. The ground floor of the house offers a large entrance hall and other spacious side rooms, characterized by barrel and pavilion vaults. There are also several utility rooms here. On the left side of the ground floor, there is a large former stable greenhouse made entirely of stone, with evident traces of the former mangers, adding a touch of history and authenticity. On the right, a large stone staircase leads to the upper floor, where there is a central hall from which the former residential rooms branch off. Some of these rooms overlook a large longitudinal terrace, while others enjoy the view from the balcony on the back of the facade. On the right side of the primary body of the building, slightly set back and still on two floors, there are two extensions built successively in more recent times, the first of which is immediately behind it and roughly takes up the style of the manor house with two large openings arch on the façade and on the two floors, and the resumption of the cornice and the pilasters with the capitals, made from scratch; the second extension, even further back than the first, with a facade covered entirely in stone with small ashlars, with two entrance arches on the ground floor and a large arched window on the upper floor, includes numerous small and medium-sized rooms and various services, all intended for residential use. The manor house is completed on the third floor by a large roof terrace with a lookout tower and in the basement where there are cisterns for collecting rainwater. The rear facade has an unusual oriental style with many architectural elements characteristic of these buildings: colonnades, cusp arches, capitals and figures of Arab origin. The whole building is surmounted by a high tripartite pediment. A beautiful loggia on the first floor with arches and columns completes the facade of the new building. On the left of the building and on the rear elevation rises a high quadrangular tower, the same widens in the upper part with metopes and arches and is surmounted by a hemispherical dome in fiberglass; this last room had been prepared to house an astronomical observatory. In addition to the main building, the complex consists of other buildings located to the north and north-west of a large open area equipped with a large Olympic-sized swimming pool with changing rooms, toilets and trampoline; a regulation size tennis court; by two green areas with tall pine trees, oleanders, etc. Not far from the primary building there are two further buildings, completely covered in stone with small ashlars, both have an unusual oriental style with many architectural elements characteristic of these buildings. Immediately and almost adjacent to the main building, surrounded by high walls, there is a garden modeled on the oriental ones; after direct access from the central area, after passing a covered area, an internal garden develops with a central path that

PUGLIA - CONVERSANO (BA) - SANTO STEFANO DISTRICT 18th century farmhouse, a historical treasure that offers a unique harmony between the colors of the earth and the blue of the sky. Surrounded by olive groves and flowery fields, this farmhouse, over time, and following an important conservative renovation, was expanded to become the splendid stone structure that welcomes us today. Currently used as an accommodation facility and private events. Access to the farm is via an enchanting avenue of centuries-old pine trees. On the ground floor, we find an elegant living room with stone barrel vaults and refined furnishings, embellished with a large billiard table. On the first floor, the four bedrooms guarantee comfort and privacy. The suites offer beautiful countryside views through large windows. An internal staircase leads to the floor, where the bedrooms are located around a large hallway. The small kitchen on the mezzanine floor, with a large stone fireplace, is perfect for preparing breakfast and is located near the sleeping area. From the first floor there is also access to a solarium equipped with sofas and deckchairs, from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the surrounding panorama and, on clear days, also of the sea. The park surrounding the swimming pool is an oasis of peace with lush vegetation and tall trees that offer coolness during the hot summer days. The barbecue and dining area, equipped with tables and chairs, makes poolside moments and parties possible. The entrance on the ground floor leads to a large hallway/living room connected to the kitchen, two bathrooms with shower (one of which is accessible for disabled people) and the main living room, which includes a billiard corner and a lounge area with sofas and fireplace. The living room offers direct access to the pool area. A further large room on the ground floor has not yet been renovated. The estate is located just a few minutes from the center of Conversano, a fascinating medieval village rich in history and culture. The strategic position of the farm allows you to easily reach the splendid beaches of the Adriatic coast, as well as the renowned tourist resorts of Polignano a Mare and Monopoli. Guests can explore the beauty of the Itria Valley, with its characteristic trulli and the picturesque towns of Alberobello, Locorotondo, Cisternino, Ostuni and Martina Franca. Bari airport can be reached in about 30 minutes.

MONOPOLIColdwell Banker is delighted to offer the exclusive sale of an imposing and enchanting historic noble villa dating back to 19th century and built in a neoclassical style, with surrounding park and lands for a total area of 2.5 hectares.Known as Villa Visciglio, the property is located in the Cozzana neighborhood of the municipality of Monopoli (Bari), in an elegant and quite residential context surrounded by nature where the healthy climate of the hill combines with an evocative panoramic view dominated by expanses of olive trees, stately homes and ancient farmhouses. This is the area where the ancient summer residences of all noble families of Monopoli are located: in fact, they used to spend here the hottest months of the year, under the shade of centuries-old trees. The Villa has a main access from the provincial road leading from Monopoli to Conversano (SP114), as well as a second entrance at the back side, and it has a rectangular plan measuring approximately 30x20 meters. Its massive wall structure features vaulted roofs of various types (star, barrel, pavilion and ribbed vaults) and still preserves the original nineteenth-century layout intact today, as well as the wonderful frescoes and the decorative elements, such as the ancient floors and fine wallpapers, which make the insides so unique and precious. The Villa is divided into three levels for a total surface of about 1400 sqm, and they develop as follows: -- the ground floor includes a beautiful entrance hall of abut 100 sqm and an imposing stone staircase leading to the upper floor. On the same level there is a charming private chapel of around 300 sqm with two altars, and a farmhouse consisting of 3 rooms, a kitchen and one bathroom; various rooms used as stables, barns and warehouses complete the floor; -- on the mezzanine floor there are 10 rooms, including the entrance hall and the old kitchen, once used by the houskeepers and for food storage; -- the upper floor is entirely occupied by the Manor Residence, which is an elegant noble residence consisting of a large entrance hall, a wonderful frescoed sitting room of 80 sqm, living room, 4 bedrooms, study room, dining room, kitchen with fireplace and 2 bathroom, as well as a large veranda and balconies. The Park features precious centuries-old tall trees and it is enriched by beautiful walkways, a central fountain and brick benches. It extends for approximately 6,000 sqm and it includes the beautiful path that leads from the provincial road directly inside the property, to the large outside area in front of the Villa. The ancient building, located in the land behind the main body of the Villa and including an ancient stone oven, the stable and the sheepfold, represents an additional important part of the property which also has 4 ancient underground cisterns with vaulted wall ceilings. The lands surrounding the Villa and the park, mainly covered by arable crops and cherry orchards, extends over an area of 25,000 sqm. This architectural jewel represents a truly unique opportunity both for those looking for an important historic residence and for those wishing to transform it into a luxury accommodation facility with the help of the funds granted by Regione Puglia. The property is 8 km from Monopoli, its charming historic center and the crystal clear sea, 40 km from Bari and 58 km from its Karol Wojtyla International Airport.Don't miss the opportunity to become the owners of an authentic jewel located in one of the most evocative places in Puglia, where history, art and nature come all together to tell a story of a past that, despite time, keeps on shining with its ancient light.