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Masseria Donna Menga
Nardò, Italy · Independent · Core Luxury
Masseria Donna Menga is a 15th-century fortified farmhouse in Salento, near Nardò, whose stone walls once dried tobacco and tomatoes. Design studio THDP restored the 21-room estate around 2022, keeping four rooms in the former stables overlooking the inner courtyard and pool, with the rest opening onto private gardens among the olive groves. The restoration kept the original Leccese limestone structure and placed the house in Leading Hotels of the World.
- 21 rooms
- Opened 2022
- Rooms from 280 sq ft (26 m²)
- Interiors: THDP
About Masseria Donna Menga
- In its agricultural past the fortified 15th-century farmhouse was used for drying tobacco and tomatoes.
- Four of the 21 rooms occupy the former stables and look onto the inner courtyard and pool.
- Entry-level rooms start at 280 sq ft (26 m²).
History
Masseria Donna Menga is a 15th-century fortified farmhouse in the heart of the Salento, near Nardo in Puglia, whose original stone structure has been preserved through careful restoration. In its rural past the estate served agricultural purposes, including the drying of tobacco and tomatoes.
Restored and reimagined by design studio THDP in a spirit of minimalist luxury and sustainability, the masseria now welcomes guests in rooms and suites that showcase natural materials and artisanal craftsmanship. Rooms open onto private gardens, while four rooms set within the former stables overlook the inner courtyard and pool, preserving the property's historic character.
Restaurants and bars
- Radici Restaurant — Restaurant
Experiences
- Eventi esclusivi (exclusive events) — Private events at the masseria with gala menus of local, seasonal raw ingredients and a selection of fine wines.
Amenities
- Pool
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