Secolario - Masseria del Viverbene
Understated luxury with a strong sense of place. Stone, whitewash, and designer furniture. Gallery-level art in common spaces. Owners Giorgia and Raffaele are on-site and greet guests personally.
Book a ground-floor Garden Suite or Secolario Suite for the private garden and direct access to the olive grove — worth the upgrade
Why It Matters
One of the few Puglian masseriae featured by both the Michelin Guide and Tablet Hotels. Architecturally significant with site-specific work by Álvaro Siza and internationally recognized installation artists. The property produces its own olive oil — Secolario Oil — which shows up in the restaurant and spa treatments.
Secolario is a converted Puglian masseria — a traditional fortified farmhouse — sitting in the middle of a working olive estate about 70 hectares wide, a short drive from the walled city of Otranto. The thick-walled limestone buildings have high vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, and earthy white interiors. What makes it genuinely unusual is the art: custom stonework from Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza runs through the common areas, alongside installations by Hidetoshi Nagasawa, Michelangelo Pistoletto, and others. Born from two Salentine families — Cazzetta and Marrocco — who built their wealth from Lecce stone and olive wood, the property feels deeply rooted, not just designed to look that way.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Classic Room
The entry-level option. Intimate and charming with views of the centuries-old olive grove. All standard amenities included. The views still deliver — you're looking at the same ancient landscape as the suites.
Deluxe Room
Larger room with contemporary Puglia-inspired style. Good space for relaxing without the suite footprint or price tag. Air conditioning, private bathroom, desk, and flat-screen TV.
Family Suite
Spacious and bright, designed for families or guests wanting extra room. Panoramic view of the masseria's greenhouse. Elegant, refined design throughout.
Garden Suite
Ground-floor suite with views of both the pool and the centuries-old olive grove. Wide private garden for sunbathing. One of the 7 ground-floor suites that open directly into the surrounding grounds.
Junior Suite
Elegant and refined, with a cozy private garden that puts you right in the Salento landscape. Ground-floor access. Good option for those wanting a private outdoor space at a lower entry point than the Secolario Suite.
Platinum Suite
Comfortable and elegant suite with refined details and countryside views. A step up from the standard Suite in finish and size.
Prestige Suite
Generous in size, designed to maximize personal comfort. Spacious rooms with high-quality furnishings.
Secolario Suite
The flagship suite. At 71 sqm indoors plus an 82 sqm private garden, it sits on the ground floor with sliding doors opening to a terrace overlooking the estate vegetable garden and pool. King bed, Jacuzzi tub, Lecce stone floors, living area with sofa, and designer furnishings throughout.
King · 71 sqmSuite
Views of the greenhouse and the centuries-old olive grove from an upper floor. Atmosphere of peace and tranquility. Tiled floors, seating area, and private bathroom.
Superior Room
Features a large terrace overlooking the Salento countryside. Good pick for upper-floor guests who want outdoor space with a view but don't need a full private garden.
The Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Guided sailing excursions on the Adriatic along the Otranto Channel. Organized through the masseria, exploring the deep blue of the sea between Italy and Albania.
Tasting session of traditional local products made by the Secolario farm — olive oils, wines, preserved goods. A way to engage directly with the estate's agricultural identity.
Special curated theme dinners at the Volìvo restaurant — beyond the standard dinner service, with exclusive menus and specific presentations tied to Puglian traditions.
A creative aperitif concept combining art-making with flavors. Part of the property's broader commitment to being a cultural and artistic destination in Puglia.
Guided nature trails across the Salento countryside using the 70-hectare estate and surrounding landscape. Options include horseback riding, hiking, and cycling routes.
60-minute personalized holistic massage under the shade of centuries-old olive trees. Uses estate-produced oils and natural products. Available Tue–Fri, reservation required.
Seasonal outdoor pool set within the ancient olive grove. Poolside bar service available. Closes from approximately late October through late April.
Guided exploration of Lecce's historic center (about 36 km away), home to some of the finest Baroque architecture in southern Europe — all carved from local golden sandstone.
Hands-on experience exploring the gold of Salento — wheat and cold-pressed olive oil. Connects guests to the agricultural traditions that define the region.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Meeting and banquet facilities available for an extra charge.
Buffet breakfast with fresh pastries, fruit, and juice. May be included depending on rate selected.
On-site wine cellar and tasting room featuring estate and local Salento wines.
Working greenhouse providing fresh vegetables and herbs for the Volìvo restaurant kitchen.
Pool set within the ancient olive grove. Open approximately May–October. Poolside bar service available.
Paid airport shuttle service available from Brindisi-Salento Airport (BDS, ~76 km).
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