An ancient farmhouse from the 1600's surrounded by a century-old olive groove is home to the Tenuta Monacelli, a rare example of a holiday farm in Lecce with sophisticated accommodations in the most authentic Salento farmhouse style.

There are 12 charming and enchanting rooms, recovered from the historic farmhouse structure and expertly renovated to enhance the ambiance with superior comfort and services, make the Tenuta Monacelli, one of the best-loved holiday farms near Lecce.

Austerely elegant, typical of Salento farmhouses, the Tenuta rooms are available in classic versions and suites an comfortably accommodate up to four guests.
Each room has a private bath with shower or tub, hairdryer and complementary beauty kit, and delightful view of the farmhouse atrium; TV, mini-bar, safe and air conditioning complete room amenities.

The pride of the Tenuta Monacelli is the Rifugio del Re restaurant, the site of convivial farmhouse gatherings. At lunch or dinner, typical Salento and Apulian meals are prepared by the chef with recipes expertly reclaiming the historical tradition and re-elaborated to please the modern palate along with Italian cuisine and international digressions to satisfy those who choose the Tenuta Monacelli from the hotels in Lecce as their vacation site among Salento farmhouses.

Relaxing and rejuvenating in the park, pool and gym, discovering the flavors of Apulia by sampling the farm's products and traditional specialties of Apulia cuisine at the Rifugio del Re restaurant, the site of convivial farmhouse gatherings: the Tenuta Monacelli provides truly unforgettable vacations in the heart of Apulia.

The Tenuta's amenities and services are the highest quality offered by farmhouses in Salento: the lobby and TV room are places where complementary newspapers and tourist information are available to Tenuta guests; the front desk books transfers, guided tours and excursions and provides laundry service; continental breakfast is served at your table in the beautiful breakfast room; the convenient free outdoor parking is perfect for guests who arrive at the Tenuta Monacelli by car.

The Tenuta Monacelli is also a pleasant location for business meetings thanks to the farmhouse's meeting room which seats up to 100 people in a comfortable and charming atmosphere, fully equipped with all the latest convention equipment. The Rifugio del Re restaurant catering (coffee break, buffet, lunches and banquets) along with the splendid Tenuta settings ensure the success of every event.