Invest in Southern Italy's Hidden Gem
An extraordinary 17th-century olive-oil mill transformed into an exquisite boutique masseria-hotel in Gallipoli, Salento
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A Rare Heritage Asset in Southern Italy's Premier Destination
The Property
This meticulously restored 17th-century olive-oil mill represents a singular investment opportunity in one of Europe's most coveted emerging luxury destinations. The property has been thoughtfully transformed into an elegant boutique masseria-hotel, complete with full-service restaurant and private spa facilities.
Situated on approximately 5,000 square meters of prime Salento land, the estate includes an adjacent 3,500 square-meter expansion parcel—offering immediate potential for significant revenue growth and asset appreciation.
The Location
Gallipoli, the "Pearl of the Ionian Sea," combines UNESCO-worthy historic architecture with pristine beaches and a thriving cultural scene. Southern Italy's luxury hospitality market has experienced 12-15% annual growth, with international visitors seeking authentic, high-end experiences in undiscovered locations.
Investment Highlights: A Turnkey Luxury Operation
Premium Accommodations
Seven meticulously appointed bedrooms plus an exclusive suite, each featuring independent veranda access, contemporary amenities, and authentic period details that honor the property's heritage.
  • En-suite bathrooms with premium fixtures
  • Climate control and high-speed connectivity
  • Original architectural elements preserved
Full-Service Restaurant
Spacious dining venue accommodating 90 guests indoors with capacity to double outdoors, positioned to capture both hotel guests and destination diners seeking elevated Salento cuisine.
  • Professional commercial kitchen
  • Elegant indoor dining rooms
  • Expansive terrace seating
Private Spa & Wellness
An extraordinary on-site spa featuring a natural grotto pool, traditional Turkish bath, and dedicated relaxation areas—creating a unique wellness destination that commands premium pricing.
  • Natural cave pool environment
  • Turkish hammam experience
  • Treatment and relaxation zones
Expansion Opportunity
Adjacent 3,500 m² parcel with approved plans for 16 additional rooms and a stunning natural swimming pool, offering immediate upside potential and revenue diversification.
  • Pre-approved development capacity
  • Natural pool integration
  • Minimal construction timeline
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Financial Performance & Value Drivers
Multi-Channel Revenue Architecture
This asset delivers diversified income streams across four high-margin verticals—lodging, food & beverage, spa services, and private events. The property's authentic heritage setting combined with luxury positioning enables premium rate commands throughout peak season, with strong shoulder-season performance driven by wellness and culinary tourism.
Current operations demonstrate robust unit economics, while the expansion parcel offers a clear path to 130%+ capacity growth with minimal execution risk. The Salento luxury hospitality sector continues to experience supply constraints, supporting sustained ADR growth and occupancy rates exceeding regional benchmarks.
5-6%
Projected Annual ROI
Conservative stabilized returns based on current operations
+16
Additional Rooms
Approved expansion capacity on adjacent land
180
Restaurant Capacity
Combined indoor/outdoor seating potential
Capital Appreciation Catalysts
01
Market Momentum
Southern Italy's luxury hospitality sector demonstrates exceptional capital appreciation, with comparable properties appreciating 8-12% annually as international investors discover Puglia's combination of authenticity, accessibility, and lifestyle appeal.
02
Infrastructure Development
Recent expansion of Brindisi Airport and improved rail connectivity to Gallipoli position the region for accelerated high-net-worth tourism growth, with major hospitality brands announcing Salento developments.
03
Heritage Value
The property's authentic 17th-century provenance, combined with sensitive restoration, creates irreplaceable competitive moats—protecting both operational margins and long-term asset value in an increasingly commoditized luxury market.
04
Expansion Upside
The adjacent parcel with approved development rights represents embedded value not reflected in current operations, offering sophisticated investors immediate accretive growth opportunities or future exit optionality.
Property Request – €1.500.000
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Why Act Now
Opportunities of this caliber in established luxury hospitality markets are exceptionally rare. This property combines immediate cash-flowing operations with significant expansion capacity, authentic heritage appeal, and positioning in Southern Italy's fastest-growing luxury destination.
As institutional investors and international hospitality groups increasingly target the Salento region, assets offering both operational excellence and expansion potential are commanding premium valuations. Current market dynamics favor decisive investors who recognize value before broader market repricing.
Next Steps
We invite qualified investors to engage in confidential discussions regarding this exclusive offering. Our team has prepared comprehensive financial modeling, detailed revenue projections, architectural site plans, and market analysis supporting the investment thesis.

Confidential Offering
This investment opportunity is available for immediate negotiation with qualified high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors. All inquiries are handled with complete discretion.
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