On the first floor of a completely renovated early 19th-century building, this unique home integrates clean, rigorous and minimalist style with the charm and atmosphere of Salento architecture. Not just a design experiment, but a home suspended in mid-air, equipped with all the comforts of a large apartment, airy and bright. The experience is completed by the central location and the large terrace with a breathtaking view of the majestic noble palaces in Lecce stone. The space The apartment has been completely renovated with completion of the work in June 2024. Everything is new, not only the furnishings but also the systems and its equipment. The accommodation is located on the first floor of a late 19th-century building that has also been restored while preserving its original architecture. It is reached from the street level through a first door that gives access to the staircase leading to the front door of the house. The opening of two arches in the existing walls has made it possible to merge the two original rooms with the typical vaulted ceilings into a single "open space" environment. Entrance, living area, dining area/kitchen and bathroom are located on one level, while the sleeping area is a mezzanine. A covered stairwell allows access to the terrace and its furnishings, while a large opening door hides the methane boiler for the production of domestic hot water and the laundry area with washing machine, battery-powered vacuum cleaner and cleaning tools. The air conditioning is provided by a 12000 btu inverter Aermec air conditioner with air ionization system. For the coldest periods of the year, there is also the heating system with designer steel heaters powered by the condensing-type methane boiler. Finally, there is also a remote-controlled Dreo Nomad One tower fan. The apartment is equipped with openable curtain mosquito nets, installed on all external fixtures, the latter in wood with certification for thermal break and high level of soundproofing. In the dining area, there is the iconic tulip table combined with 4 chairs, a niche in the masonry houses "the coffee corner" with a Nespresso Inissia capsule machine, capsule holder and special container for the separate disposal of the latter. In the living area, there is a comfortable sofa, low tables and a multimedia wall that houses a 50” Samsung Smart TV with its soundbar to enjoy the entertainment in Dolby surround and Dolby Atmos of your favorite programs. The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator under the worktop, single-bowl sink, 2-burner induction cooktop, traditional combined oven and microwave, and an extractor hood built into the wall unit. The high elevation of the terrace makes it possible to enjoy the breathtaking view of the majestic noble palaces of Martano, the gardens and roofs of the other properties around, until it fades as far as the eye can see on the horizon, where the peaks of the Albanian mountains appear imposing on clear days and the golden reflection on the sea of the full moon at night. The apartment is equipped with fiber internet and Wi-Fi, video intercom, safe, wardrobe with hangers, dressers and everything you need for preparing and eating food (such as pots and pans for induction cooktops, cutlery, plates, tablecloths, glasses, wine glasses, cups and mugs), as well as bed linens and towels for two people. Upon request and at an additional cost, you can also benefit from a daily cleaning and tidying service. Guest access SMOKING IS PROHIBITED in all indoor areas of the house, even with inhalers and electronic cigarettes. Smoking is allowed only on the outdoor terrace, but strictly with the door closed. Booking the apartment is not allowed if you are traveling with animals. Violation of the prohibitions entails the possibility of expelling the guest from the residence, without the right to reimbursement of the entire booked stay, as well as the charge of the sanitation costs and any compensation for damage caused to the rooms, furnishings or textiles. Due to the architectural peculiarities of the accommodation (presence of stairs and mezzanine), guests with children must always agree in advance with the host the possibility of booking the apartment. Other things to note The apartment is located close to the historic center of Martano, a few steps from the city's main points of interest, in a quiet area and well served by bars, pharmacies, supermarkets, banks, post office, all within walking distance, in addition to the many restaurants where you can taste, even outdoors, the best dishes of typical Salento cuisine, at much lower costs than the seaside resorts. Martano is the town of reference of what is called "Grecìa Salentina", capital of a geographical area in the center of the peninsula rich in tradition, culture and history. Its central location also makes Martano a favorite destination for getting around. In fact, it is a few kilometers from the wonderful cliffs of Roca, San Foca and Sant'Andrea or from the white beaches of Torre dell'Orso, Frassanito, Laghi Alimini, Baia dei Turchi and Otranto, all easily reachable by fast provincial roads, by car or public transport. But there are also a few kilometers that separate it from Lecce, the capital of the province and the most refined Baroque, or from the many wonderful historic centers of the neighboring villages, such as Galatina, Soleto, Corigliano d'Otranto, Sternatìa, Nardò, Galatone. Registration details IT075040B400023440