A stay within the walls of a 1633 Salento farmhouse

Rooms | Restaurant | Cocktails | Events

Rooms

Essential lines, authentic materials and contemporary details dialogue with the ancient stone of the farmhouse in a subtle balance between past and present.

Each room tells a story of harmony and respect, where time does not divide, but unites.

The property

Breakfast

A breakfast is served each morning from 8:00 to 10:00 am in the common room.
A generous buffet with homemade pastries, fresh fruit, Salento pasticciotti, and local cured meats and cheeses.
Intolerances or special needs can be indicated at the time of reservation or arrival.

The pool is open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and is reserved exclusively for guests of the masseria.
Umbrellas, sunbeds and towels are provided to ensure moments of genuine relaxation.
During the low season, opening is subject to weather conditions.
The pool is unsupervised: children must be accompanied by an adult.

Room service is available for those who wish to experience quiet moments within their accommodation.
Breakfasts, drinks and small treats are served with discretion and care.

Pets are allowed, subject to prior notice when booking.
The facility is prepared to accommodate four-legged guests with the same care and respect.

Free private parking is available within the property.
A convenient solution for those who wish to move freely during their stay.

Wi-Fi is free and available in all indoor and outdoor spaces of the masseria.

Activities, excursions and relaxing moments to experience the area in a personal and engaging way.

- Yoga class, Pilates, Fitness
- Horseback riding
- Bike tour
- Wine and oil tasting
- Cooking class
- Guided tour of the city and the coast
- Private yacht tour
- Treatments and massages
- Educational farm
- Workshop of ceramics, papier-mâché, local limestone
- Vintage car tour
- Visit to the oil mills ipogei

Central court of the Masseria Francescani with decorated fountain and stone facades

La masseria

A secret retreat where time seems to stand still, and man can still feel part of an ancient and mysterious world. The stillness of slow living is revealed as a philosophy of existence, an invitation to tune into a harmonious rhythm and rediscover the joy of small things. The stillness of slow living is revealed as a philosophy of existence.

Relaxing by the pool at Masseria Francescani under the Salento sun

Restaurant

Fràn is Masseria Francescani's restaurant and cocktail bar: an informal and surprising experience between signature cuisine, memorable drinks and stories to share. Five gastronomic souls coexist in an atmosphere of music, conviviality and authenticity.

The chef of Fran restaurant in Masseria Francescani as he prepares a gourmet dish
Gourmet dish at Fran restaurant in Masseria Francescani with refined mise en place
Fran restaurant chef platters artisanal pasta in Masseria Francescani
Cocktails with lip decoration at Fran bar at Masseria Francescani
Cocktails with lip decoration at Fran bar at Masseria Francescani
The Fran Cocktail Bar team at Masseria Francescani in a moment of service

Cocktail bar

Hidden within the ancient walls of Masseria Francescani's private church, Fràn Cocktail Bar is a liquid refuge where every drink is a story to be discovered.
Here mixology meets memory, matter becomes vision and experience becomes ritual.

Events

Intimate events or grand celebrations, every occasion at Fràn's becomes an experience.
Amidst dim lights, authentic flavors and just the right music, time takes on a rhythm all its own.

Tables set up inside and outside the Masseria Francescani for an evening event
Relax in the garden of the Masseria Francescani with a view of horses and artisan bread on a cutting board with local products

Gallery

A photo story to immerse you in the timeless atmosphere of Masseria Francescani, among hidden corners, architecture that speaks and details steeped in history and Mediterranean light.

Interior with stone arches and exterior with the iconic vaults of the Masseria Francescani in the heart of Salento

Contact us

WHERE WE ARE
Via degli Olmi,10
Torre Chianca - 73100 Lecce