Ostuni, Apulia 72017

Casa del vicolo is a bright old house, dating back to 700, which is spread over one level and is located on the mezzanine floor of the building in which it is located.With its architectural details in stone, it evokes the timeless elegance of the traditional architecture of Southern Italy, typical of the areas of the Itria Valley.The house, in a central but quiet area, is located a few meters from the main square and the historic center, in a quiet and characteristic alley. The property, which has two free sides, is on a single level, which is rather rare, raised above the street level where the entrance is located, accessible via a short external stone staircase. The entrance door is also surmounted by a beautiful stone portal, hidden under the different layers of lime. The high star vaults, finely worked in tuff or local stone, characterize all three rooms in which the house is divided, giving spaciousness, freshness and a sense of solidity to the structure. Natural light flows generously into the three rooms, each of which has a balcony: two with flush balconies, elegant and discreet, and one with a protruding balcony, all overlooking a quiet pedestrian alley. The entrance room, now used as a living room, is dominated by a wonderful vault with a quatrefoil medallion and a fireplace. The next room, used as a dining area and kitchenette, is divided into two parts by a splendid alcove set in the wall, which with its arch continues the design of the vaults. Accessible from the alcove is a small bathroom and, on the lower floor, a storage room. To the side of the access door to the room there is a blind staircase used as a storage room.The last room, characterized by original cement tiles, houses a bright bedroom, characterized by cement tile floors.Outside, under the stairs, there is a woodshed, where the firewood for the fireplace is stored. The property is in excellent structural condition and needs a light renovation. The house retains the charm of the past, with decorated cement floors, rough stone details and period architectural details.A house that tells stories of a past time, but ready to welcome a new life.