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The restaurant is open every evening from 8 to 10.30 pm. Come and taste authentic Salento cuisine and tour a real farm! For information and reservations about apartments you can send an email to info@scalelle.com
THE FARMHOUSE
Twenty hectares of greenery in Otranto, a farm with animals, homegrown products and comfortable independent accommodation. Discover authentic relaxation and true flavors in Salento.
THE FARMHOUSE
Twenty hectares of greenery in Otranto, a farm with animals, homegrown products and comfortable independent accommodation. Discover authentic relaxation and true flavors in Salento.
Farm Stay with Educational Activities & Apartments
Experience an authentic and unforgettable stay in our cozy, comfortable accommodations, with options ranging from 2 to 5 beds.
Our farm is a true haven for nature lovers, featuring organic produce and an educational farm home to over 150 animals, including cows, horses, donkeys, goats, and ostriches.
Guests can enjoy a range of on-site amenities, including ample private parking, a children’s playground, a five-a-side football pitch, and two spacious dining rooms serving our fresh products.
Our Flavours
Let yourself be transported and surprised by the flavours of our cuisine,
tasting the specialties of the territory prepared with passion and care,
with ingredients from our Organic Farm
in a romantic and suggestive atmosphere in the outdoor dining area
among the beauty of the olive trees.
Near Otranto
Scalelle Farmhouse is located just two minutes from Otranto,
the easternmost city in Italy, bathed by an incredibly blue Adriatic Sea
and characterized by one of the most beautiful and suggestive historic centers
in Puglia.
Stunning Beaches
Located just 2 km from Otranto, you can easily reach the most beautiful seaside locations in Salento in just a few minutes by car: to the north, Baia dei Turchi, the Alimini beaches, Torre dell’Orso, and Sant’Andrea; to the south, the stunning Bay of Porto Badisco, Santa Cesarea Terme, and Castro
Apartments
Apartments
Choose your stay experience
Our Good Morning
Close your eyes and imagine waking up in the morning to the song of cicadas and the chirping of birds.
Waiting for you is the smell and taste of freshly baked bread, biscuits baked in our wood oven and our farm-fresh milk from our cows! For a unique and tasty “Good morning,” but above all… at Km 0.
Every awakening will be accompanied by a wide variety of cakes and tarts, cold cuts, jams, cheeses of all kinds, fresh fruit, and many other specialties! All strictly produced on our own.
Coffee, tea, fruit juices, and herbal teas for all tastes complete our great breakfast buffet that, together with the smile of our staff, will brighten your day from the morning.
We try in every way to always do the best for our guests. Something that can surprise you and exceed your expectations.
Our Good Morning
Testimonial
perfetta,disponibili a bissare il caffè e senza extra. Molto gentili e la colazione con prodotti fatti in casa.
Azienda agrituristica confortevole, ottimo cibo locale Personale gentilissimo. I mini appartamenti sono nuovi, arredati con gusto e molto comodi. Ci siamo trovati veramente molto bene.
Bungalow pulitissimo e spazioso. Colazione ottima, varia ed abbondante. Ristorante tipico, economico ma di qualità, per chi ama la vera cucina regionale. Staff molto cordiale. Ambiente adatto ai bambini, che hanno la possibilità di correre e visitare il mini zoo!
Ottima la grandezza e pulizia della stanza, il giardinetto di fronte la casa con il tavolo e il deor, la campagna intorno la struttura con le coltivazioni dei prodotti della terra che avremmo mangiato a colazione e le mucche al pascolo il cui latte avremmo bevuto al mattino.
struttura immersa nella natura; camera moderna con atrio relax
-Staff cordiale e gentilissimo
-campeggio molto bello e ombreggiato
-ristorante strepitoso con cucina di prodotti tipici ad una spesa irrisoria
La struttura è collocata in un’oasi di pace circondata dal verde degli ulivi e dei campi; mare raggiungibile in max 10 minuti. Fantastico per chi ama passeggiare o correre. Staff accogliente e pronto a venire incontro a esigenze e a dare ottimi consigli per scoprire il territorio. Possibilità di convenzioni con Lidi. Colazione fantastica con prodotti fatti in casa per palati dolci e salati. Stanze confortevoli e tranquille. Strepitoso rapporto qualità prezzo anche per la cena con menu fisso a 18/15 euro! Assolutamente da raccomandare per coppie e famiglie con bambini!
personale disponibile...lo zoo per i bambini è il top....posizione e tranquillità. colazione con prodotti locali
Struttura ordinata e pulita. Posizione comoda al centro,poco meno di 10 minuti di macchina dal centro. Cena abbondante e buona. qualita/ prezzo ok.
Colazione dolce/salata ottima, abbondante, varia e di qualità. Frutta, diverse torte, brioches, muesli, uova, formaggio e latte di produzione propria, prosciutto crudo, focacce, taralli, pomodori, yogurt, succhi di frutta. Posizione tranquilla in mezzo alla campagna, con piccolo zoo e possibilità di pasti con menu locale ottimo e vario. Non sul mare ma a breve distanza dalla città e da diverse spiagge.
Cuisine and Ceremonies
Welcome to our Kingdom
Scalelle Farmhouse is not only hospitality, welcome, and tradition but also and above all a true temple of good cuisine. Immersed in greenery and nature, in the various dining rooms (internal and external), you can taste the true typical dishes of Salento cuisine.
Cuisine and Ceremonies
Welcome to our Kingdom
Scalelle Farmhouse is not only hospitality, welcome, and tradition but also and above all a true temple of good cuisine. Immersed in greenery and nature, in the various dining rooms (internal and external), you can taste the true typical dishes of Salento cuisine.
Appetizers
The highlight is our appetizers, an endless parade of true and authentic flavours and scents of the territory: rustic pizza, pittule, potato croquettes, fresh cheese, olives, bruschette, grilled vegetables, potato pizza, peppers in tomato sauce, and much more.
A "journey" through the flavours
The “journey” through the flavours of Salento continues with a wide choice of first and second courses: homemade pasta such as orecchiette and maccheroncini, sagne incannulate,fava beans and chicory, eggplant parmigiana, grilled meats, rabbit, and chicken are just some of our specialties..
Events
The menu is enriched with fresh fruit, desserts, and…
last but not least, homemade digestives,
such as mandarin, myrtle, basil, and limoncello!
SCALELLE FARMHOUSE is a reference point
and an ideal place for important events such as
confirmations, communions, anniversaries, and ceremonies of all kinds.
Organized Groups
Customized menus are also available for organized groups and school groups, visiting Otranto and the surrounding area. For groups and travel agencies, there is the possibility of combining lunch with a demonstration of the preparation of homemade pasta and the process of transforming milk into cheese, for a unique and authentic culinary experience!
FARM
One of the riches of Scalelle Farmhouse is represented by the agricultural and zootechnical activities personally managed by the owner and chef of the farmhouse, Giuseppe Merico, guardian of old farming traditions. Since for us “a true farmhouse cannot but have an important agricultural and zootechnical company behind it.”
FARM
One of the riches of Scalelle Farmhouse is represented by the agricultural and zootechnical activities personally managed by the owner and chef of the farmhouse, Giuseppe Merico, guardian of old farming traditions. Since for us “a true farmhouse cannot but have an important agricultural and zootechnical company behind it.”
Agricultural activity
The soul of our farmhouse is our farm, which has remained faithful over time to the most authentic roots of the land. Our dishes are born right here. Behind every recipe lies hard work, passion, and the choice to cultivate naturally—respecting the soil’s balance and its biodiversity
Authentic flavours
Our cuisine knows no middlemen. From farm to table, the journey is short: just a few meters that guarantee aroma, freshness, and an authentic taste. We follow nature’s slow rhythm, not the frantic pace of modern cooking
Organic farming
With over 30 years of passion, we farm more than 10 hectares of land to produce organic wheat, barley, oats, and seasonal vegetables. We are proud to hold the prestigious BIOAGRICERT certification, which distinguishes only the finest organic agricultural companies.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Furthermore our extra virgin olive oil plays an important role, obtained strictly from cold pressing and hand-picked olives, in order to always obtain a highquality oil. Currently, there are more than 1500 olive trees on the farm, divided among various cultivars: Ogliarola, Leccino, and Cellina di Nardò.
Educational Farm and Fun
Educational Farm and Fun
Playground
Available to our little guests, in one of the many green areas on the farm, there is a large and super-equipped playground where children can have fun and play together. Swings, slides, small houses, and various types of carousels will make children’s hearts beat faster. Also available 24 hours a day is a soccer field, completely fenced, with the latest generation synthetic grass.
Mini Zoo Experience
Experience the magic of nature at our educational farm, just minutes from the heart of Otranto. The perfect escape for those seeking an authentic connection with the countryside. Here, you can enjoy close encounters with our animals—from our friendly horses and gentle pygmy goats to our curious alpacas and llamas.
Peacocks, ducks and geese
Our educational farm is home to a wonderful variety of animals. Admire the elegance of our peacocks, feed the rabbits and ducks, or simply enjoy the lively company of our geese and hens. It’s a sensory experience designed to bring relaxation and joy to both children and adults. Come and discover the beauty of rural life at a slower pace!
Educational Path
Educational Path
Launch
Breakfast
Educational Activities
Educational Farm
The Park
Where we are
GPS:
40° 7’11.80″N Latitude
18°28’51.51″E Longitude
