Masseria Cerra – Ground-floor apartment facing the sea

In a unique seafront location stands Masseria Cerra, a historic building set in unspoiled nature with panoramic views over the deep blue sea and just a 5-minute walk from the remarkable town of Otranto. Surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation, fragrant mallows, dyer’s chamomile and numerous native plants, this property is a place of rare tranquility and complete privacy. From the very entrance you feel as if you are reaching a hidden Mediterranean oasis. From the gate, the apartment can be reached by car or on foot in just a few minutes. The Masseria was built at the end of the 14th century by the Cerra family, Milanese nobles who settled in Otranto. Even today the property preserves its authentic soul and, with elegance, conveys the charm of centuries past. Today the Masseria is divided into three independent residential units. The two on the ground floor are for sale with Engel & Völkers. The apartment for sale, with local stone flooring, combines historic character with a refined, timeless simplicity, and the sea can be reached on foot along a path that leads to Cala Pauline in under 5 minutes. The evocative star vaults give the rooms a unique architectural identity and emphasize the Masseria’s authentic character. Through the distinctive emerald-green wooden door you enter the dining area, the oldest part of the house. Here is the kitchen set into handcrafted natural stone, with an extremely original ceiling, a traditional fireplace and a well. The heart of the apartment is the harmonious living area, defined by the warm tones of the local stone. From here you enjoy an unparalleled view of the sea and the unspoiled coastal landscape. In the private courtyard, in the shade of the tree overlooking the sea, time seems to stand still. As the warm wind moves through the leaves and your gaze is lost in the vastness of the horizon, a feeling of absolute peace arises, capturing all the magic of this unique place. An additional room with practical storage spaces is ideal as a guest bedroom with bathroom. The main bedroom also has a small storage room and provides access to a private laundry area and a bathroom with shower. A very narrow staircase leads to the first-floor terrace with a small storage room, and from here the view embraces an extraordinary world. Almost all rooms are equipped with air conditioning and combine traditional charm with contemporary comfort.