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A retreat in a barn in Italy's UNESCO-designated wine region, with beautiful views and a pool

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A poolside table with two glasses of wine and a candle, set against a backdrop of a building with lights.
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A dining area with a brick ceiling, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a brick wall, a wooden ceiling, and a large window with curtains.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a kitchen island, and a dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Alfiano Natta, Provincia di Alessandria
  • Place, Church of San Francesco
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Frinco Castle
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Castle Conti Amico
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Turin (TRN-Turin Intl.)
    ‪93 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

A retreat in a barn in Italy's UNESCO-designated wine region, with beautiful views and a pool

No. 18 @ Sanico is a recently converted barn, completed in the fall of 2020, nestled among the rolling hills of Monferrato with incredible views of snow-capped mountains in winter. It features a private swimming pool, parking for three cars, a large enclosed garden, an outdoor dining and relaxation area, and a beautiful 9x4m saltwater pool with panoramic views. Inside, you’ll find a tastefully decorated open-plan home, with a master bedroom suite you’ll find hard to leave! What we love most about Nº18 is the ever-changing landscape and the soft colours—truly wonderful.

Nº18 @ Sanico is a recently converted barn, completed in the fall of 2020, nestled among the rolling hills of Monferrato with incredible views of snow-capped mountains, a private pool, parking for four cars, a large fenced-in garden, an outdoor dining area, and a beautiful 9x4m panoramic saltwater pool. Inside, you’ll find a tastefully furnished open-concept home, with a master suite you’ll find hard to leave! What we love most about No. 18 is the ever-changing landscape and the soft colours—it’s truly wonderful.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is permitted outside of the property only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests must respect the local atmosphere; noise should be kept to a minimum after 11:00 p.m.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 00600400012, IT006004C24U8S5CEQ
Property # 10811855
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Alfiano Natta

Located in Alfiano Natta, this holiday home is in a rural area. Church Madonna della Neve and Church of San Francesco are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include La Bottega dl'Uisot and Labirinto del Castello di Gabiano. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Alfiano Natta, Provincia di Alessandria

What's nearby

  • Church of San Francesco - 15 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Frinco Castle - 19 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Church Madonna della Neve - 21 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Castle Conti Amico - 22 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Sacro Monte di Crea - 24 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Morano sul Po Station - 27 min drive
  • Turin International Airport (TRN) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corona Reale - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Agrimacelleria - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Caffé Roma - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fred's Cafe' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Bottega Del Vino - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A retreat in a barn in Italy's UNESCO-designated wine region, with beautiful views and a pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A retreat in a barn in Italy's UNESCO-designated wine region, with beautiful views and a pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A retreat in a barn in Italy's UNESCO-designated wine region, with beautiful views and a pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A retreat in a barn in Italy's UNESCO-designated wine region, with beautiful views and a pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A retreat in a barn in Italy's UNESCO-designated wine region, with beautiful views and a pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A retreat in a barn in Italy's UNESCO-designated wine region, with beautiful views and a pool located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Church of San Francesco and within 6 miles (10 km) of Church Madonna della Neve and Castle Conti Amico. Frinco Castle and Tenuta La Tenaglia are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and views. Sara and mark were great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2025
Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for your kind review. All the best
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a perfect stay at this apartment. The well-equipped kitchen was a particular highlight, allowing us to easily prepare our own meals. Everything else about the apartment was also great – it was clean, cozy, and had all the amenities we needed. We left completely satisfied and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2025
Thank you for choosing N°18 for your break. 😎
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa

This villa was amazing, Sara and Mark were great hosts, gave us great ideas on what to do while we were there, restaurants to visit, the villa has everything you could possibly need during your stay. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2024
Thanks so much Patricia, you and your guests would be welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice!

Everything perfect
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic villa

Gorgeous views, fabulous pool, thoughtful hosts, beautifully designed barn conversion villa. Mark & Sara we're next door so handy for any questions, but you wouldn't have known they were there. It's on the edge of a quiet little village with little going on, which suited us. Lots of places to visit nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

Everything about No. 18 was perfect. Sara and Mark are so thoughtful. The home was appointed so nicely, they had everything we could have thought to need. The home, the yard, the town all were better than expected. Such a beautiful place! We only wish we had stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to host you and you’ll be very welcome back at N°18.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect! We spent a wonderful summer week at Country Hideaway No. 18. Sara and Mark are super attentive hosts and provided us with a basket of fresh fruit, pasta, a bottle of wine, biscuits, etc. upon arrival, so we could immediately enjoy the great pool and garden without having to worry about grocery shopping. Everything around the house is very well managed and organized.The house is tastefully furnished and spotlessly clean. We enjoyed the nearby Castello di Razzano for an aperitivo and fantastic dinners. We visited Turin, Asti, and Alba, as well as many different wineries and vineyards in the Barolo region. We highly recommend No. 18 for a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is the most beautiful that we have ever stayedin . Sara and Mark are wonderful hosts… They have provided everything you could possibly need and they are very responsive and eager to help . The beautiful converted barn has everything you need for comfort. From quality linens and towels, nice wooden hangers for your clothes… Also dressers with drawer liners . The bathrooms are spotless and the showers are very large. The beds are very comfortable and the three bedrooms each have a lovely view. The kitchen is beautiful with an amazing antique workbench that they have turned into the stove area. Granite countertop island with four stools. A large dining table and all the dishes, pots and pans, etc. that you could possibly need. The living area has two full sofas with a large television, if you can tear your gaze away from the view! The entire back of the home looks out over a view that you cannot believe… Even more amazing in person than in the photos . There is a patio outside the kitchen/living room… There is a pergola that is dripping with wisteria when we were there in April, beautifully Landscape steps, going down to a second patio area, with comfortable chairs and a kind of badminton net with paddle balls . then more steps down to the lovely pool… Beautiful lounge, chairs with huge umbrellas… There is a large lawn and so many trees and flowers.I highly recommend this property and I would give them 100 stars if I could!Do not hesitate to book!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2026
Grazie Mille for your wonderful review. We are so happy that you loved the house as much as we do. You and your family have been delightful guests and we hope you’ll come back to Sanico.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa with wonderful hosts

The villa is a beautiful property and very well appointed. It is actually more beautiful than represented in the listing and pictures. It is so wonderful to wake up with the beautiful views around the home. The location is exactly where we needed it to be. We felt comforted with the idea that Mark and Sara were just next door. They respected our privacy. Communicating with Sara and Mark was so easy, and they are very responsive. I especially appreciated the special note to our group and the list of recommendations on how best to enjoy our stay. We also appreciate the welcome package! The no.18 app is so easy and very informative. Sara had recommended Carla (chef) who created for us a fabulous dinner at the villa. We received a bonus with the many things Carla taught us about the food and the region. I have stayed in many villas and this is by far one of the best all around. I definitely recommend this place, and will look to return in the near future. Thanks Sara and Mark for being such fabulous hosts! Thanks Carla for a fantastic dinner! Until next time ...
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2023
Thank you so much for the lovely review and it was a pleasure to host you and your Friends. When we renovated the barn we always wanted it to to be a place where families and friends can relax, reconnect and make lasting memories. We look forward to seeing you again. For now - A presto
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schönes Haus inmitten vom Piemont

Wir haben den Aufenthalt zu sechst sehr genossen. Das war das Ferienhaus mit der am besten eingerichteten Küche. Kaffee, Wein, Snacks etc. hatte es alles schon da. Kommunikation mit den Vermietern war einwandfrei und alles hat super geklappt. Alles sehr ordentlich, aufgeräumt und schon wieder eingerichtet. Wir kommen sicher wieder mal. Liebe Grüsse aus der Schweiz
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sara e Mark

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English, Italian
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