In the Puglia region, the "masserie" were large agricultural centers for farming the land and preserving farm produces. There were several buildings used for the working of farm products.
One building was the house for the "massaro's" workers and was -occasionally- used by the owners as their residence.

The historical center of this Masseria  dates back to the XIV century and was used by the Knights of Malta, whose main center in Puglia was S. Stefano, as a watch tower against Saracens' attacks.
Surrounded by 60 hectares of ancient olive trees and orchards, and keeping intact the original architectural structure, this Masseria has been restored and converted into a refined hotel.