My partner and I spent 4 nights at Galeta Masseria in early September while visiting Italy from Australia. We loved our stay and would highly recommend for anyone looking for a truly unique stay in southern Puglia. Alessandro and Emeline were terrific hosts and made us feel right at home. They were also super helpful with recommendations and expert local advice. The accomodation was beautifully kept and the daily homemade breakfasts were the best we had. The property is located in the middle of Salento with a ton to explore nearby. You’ll want to make sure you have access to a car to get the most out of the experience!

While traveling through Puglia for a month we chose to stay at Galeta Masseria B&B and Retreat - a truly a DIVINE escape. Nestled on a beautiful, still-active family farm, this place combines rustic charm with impeccable cleanliness and stunning architecture. The property, passed down through generations, offers a peaceful, restorative environment surrounded by natural beauty. The breakfast here is beyond belief — an absolute highlight. Hosts Alessandro and Emeline are outstanding chefs, creating a culinary experience far from ordinary. Every morning featured something unique, from perfect omelets made with fresh eggs from the chickens on the farm, to seared halloumi with caramelized onion tarts, to stracciatella cheese paired with cherry tomatoes on freshly baked homemade sourdough, as well as the most delicious banana bread and custom pastries — all organic and gluten-free. What made our stay truly memorable was the charm and warmth of Alessandro and Emeline. Despite being new parents to baby Ulisse, they were laid-back, attentive, and generous - serving us a surprise quick dinner that was not expected - and providing excellent recommendations for local day trips. Alessandro’s cheerful “OK! Let’s Go!” as he delivered breakfast each morning brought smiles and started our days on a joyful note. Their working dairy farm is a lively place, home to friendly dogs, goats, chatty cows, and chickens, as well as fruit trees and vegetable gardens all providing fresh ingredients for their farm-made cheeses, eggs, and great dishes. We even watched Allesandro’s 90-year-old grandfather lovingly make cheese, adding authentic charm to the experience. The entire experience was a perfect blend of rustic authenticity, comfort, and heartfelt hospitality—a truly restorative retreat in the heart of a working family farm. We’ll be back for sure!

Galeta Masseria is truly special - from the hosts and breakfasts to the property, design, animals, and surrounding area. If you're looking for slow travel away from the crowds, this is the place. Alessandro and Emeline are incredibly gracious hosts, generously sharing their time and local knowledge. Emeline has even curated a beautifully written guide - a heartfelt love letter to the region - detailing her favorite spots and the stories behind them. I can't stop talking about my stay here and can't wait to go back.

Galeta Masseria - you won our hearts! ♥️ Alessandro and Émeline, thank you for your monumental generosity & kindness, exquisite rooms and beauty of the Masseria, your warm hospitality, interesting conversations, passion for the land and sustainability, sanctuary for deep relaxation and mouth-watering breakfasts! We miss your phenomenal cheeses, courtesy of Angelo and your beautiful goats, home-grown tomatoes, jams, delicious cakes (thanks for the recipe for Molly’s fig tart!) and the fresh eggs from your chickens. We will forever be grateful for how much you give your guests, including your wonderful recommendations on unique places to savour and the magical experiences you so wholeheartedly offered us, including your yoga, Émeline. 🧘‍♂️ 🐐 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This is a must-visit place in Puglia. We stayed in several similar masserias in Italy and this one was absolutely extraordinary. The hosts E and A put a lot of love and effort into the experience. You can feel it all the time and in every corner. You will sleep in historical tower which is restored with great attention to detail and on point design choices. We felt safe, comfortable and cozy, without sacrificing the historical and village feel. Breakfasts are done with love, from great local ingredients, we already miss them. Hosts are lovely, calm and warm, it was little sad to leave, but great reason to come back for longer!

What is not to like about this homey, historic, hospitable place in the heart of the Salento region and very close to some truly beautiful towns. It is so nice to have a place to escape the August crowds and the added bonus it is only you and one other party as it is only two bedrooms. It feels like you are staying at a family’s house but with your own privacy. The best part of it all the hosts Emeline and Alessandro, what beautiful humans who are accommodating in every way from a full guide to the best places to eat and see around the area but also just really kind people. Thank you for an unforgettable stay!

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This was such a little gem close to some beautiful beaches and the historical town of Nardo. Alessandro and Emeline were the loveliest hosts that invite you to their beautiful home. The breakfasts were the best we had in Italy, everything was cooked with products local or even grown on the farm. Would absolutely recommend and we will definitely be back if we ever visit the area again!

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This is the place to be if you want peace and quiet, be close to some of the best beaches in salento while still experience an authentic way of life in a masseria, far from mass tourism. Comfortable and modern facilities respect the ancestry of the place, the hosts will receive you into their homes with a warm welcome and yummy breakfast. I wish I had stayed longer here than in Galipoli!

The farm is beautiful, gorgeously remodeled, the hosts are lovely and kind, the location is excellent, the property is peaceful and charming. Alessandro made breakfast and it was the best meal we ate in our entire stay in Puglia. He made the bread, the cheese, grew the vegetables, made the cake, fresh juice…everything you imagine when eating fresh, local food in Italy. Emmeline provided us with a comprehensive list of cities/beaches to visit. There is a yoga studio on the property and everything was spotlessly clean.

Fabulous stay at Galeta. The second we walked through the door we were warmly welcomed by Alessandro and Emeline. We felt like we were staying with family. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and peaceful. The breakfasts were out of this world. All homemade and local ingredients, it was truly incredible and a highlight of our entire trip. The yoga studio is stunning and has everything you need. We will certainly be back again!! Thank you!