Little Gem No. 086 | *Nardo Rooftop
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Tucked away in the quiet backstreets of Nardò’s old town, Casa Bernadetta is a light-filled hideaway designed for those who love simplicity, beauty, and a sense of space. Behind its modest façade lies a carefully restored home where clean lines, vintage touches, and natural light create an atmosphere of calm and ease.
You enter by walking up to the first floor, where an open-plan living and dining area welcomes you with soft tones, a well-equipped kitchen, and large windows that let the southern light pour in. The bedroom is calm and quiet, designed with rest in mind, while the bathroom is stylish and functional.
Climb one more flight and you’ll find the rooftop terrace — an outdoor living room with views over Nardò’s rooftops and bell towers. It’s the perfect place for breakfast in the morning sun, reading in the afternoon, or a glass of wine as the sky turns pink.
Everything in the house is curated with care, from the retro furnishings to the handmade ceramics in the kitchen. It’s a space that feels lived-in and loved, ideal for a romantic getaway, a creative escape, or a few slow days on the Salento coast.
What we love
– Rooftop terrace for dining, sunbathing, and sunset watching
– Soft light and soothing interiors throughout
– Open-plan kitchen and dining area with space to cook and relax
– Tucked away yet steps from Nardò’s lively piazzas
– Peaceful, private, and perfectly sized for two
Good to know
– Not suitable for small children due to stairs and roof access
– Wi-Fi and large dining table make remote working easy
– Owners are welcoming and full of local recommendations
– Public parking nearby
– Easily reachable by train (Nardò has a small station)
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1 double bedroom
Bathrooms: 1
Outdoor space: Rooftop terrace with loungers, dining area, and BBQ
Perfect for: Couples, solo travellers, creatives, remote workers
Price Indication
From €128 per night (depending on season)
Nardò & Surroundings
Nardò is one of Puglia’s best-kept secrets — a vibrant Baroque town just 6 km from the Ionian coast. In the evenings, locals gather in Piazza Salandra for aperitivo and conversation, as the golden light bounces off the stone facades. It’s lively but never too busy, and it remains deeply local year-round.
Nearby towns like Lecce, Gallipoli, and Otranto make for perfect day trips, while nature lovers will enjoy the trails and sea cliffs of Porto Selvaggio. Beaches, olive groves, fresh seafood, good wine, and a relaxed pace — Salento has everything you need for an Italian escape, without the crowds