Villetta Dote  

Set in rural Melissano (near Casarano) in Italy’s Salento, a quiet base with quick drives to Church of Santa Maria della Croce, the Ugento Archaeological Museum and Baia Verde Beach. Pet-friendly and parking on site, with Matrix Casino and Gallipoli Castle within easy reach for day trips.

Individually decorated vacation homes blend Mediterranean rustic with modern touches. Rooms feature kitchenettes, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs and private furnished patios; some units add an MP3 docking station and a lobby fireplace.

Enjoy an attached winery, an outdoor tennis court, picnic and barbecue areas, a solarium and access to a diving club. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, a terrace and garden space round out the stay—perfect for quiet, rural mornings and wine-scented evenings.

Practical extras include luggage storage, laundry and dry cleaning, microwave and refrigerator in common areas, free self-parking and an airport shuttle available for a surcharge. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected.

Sip from the on-site winery and enjoy al fresco meals at the picnic and barbecue areas. Local Salento wines and simple, regionally inspired fare set the tone for relaxed, outdoorsy dining.