Riviera delle Langhe Wine Country House with a Pool and Superb Views

Wine Tourism Getaway
We are located in Langhe, one of the 'must visit wine regions in Italy', one of if not the most famous and scenic wine regions of the world. We opened the doors of our house to and welcome guests who have a genuine interest in wine tourism and wish to explore the area.

Not suitable for infants
We are sorry to inform that we are not geared for and do not have facilities for hosting infants.

Contact us before you book
Please send us a message tell us a little about you and your group. A bit of conversation is nice, we get to know each other a little & avoid any possible misunderstandings.

In a nutshell
You will be staying on the upper floor of a large, renovated traditional farmhouse (cascina).
The whole upper floor is yours - a 185sqm See It to Believe it Cosy Home with its private entry for up to 8 people to relax and unwind.
Located a stone’s throw from the UNESCO heritage Barolo zone, Riviera delle Langhe Country House offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an open-plan living room, kitchen, a large covered rustic terrace, an exclusive swimming pool and spectacular views of the Alps and Monforte d'Alba. Your perfect base for exploring the Langhe region.

You will enjoy privacy, peace and tranquillity while minutes drive from restaurants and wineries of Barolo, La Morra, Serralunga d'Alba and their vineyards

Your accommodation space
Via an external, private set of stairs you access a nice, rustic covered terrace, then walk into a spacious Living/Dining with vaulted ceilings & wooden beams, well-equipped kitchen & towards 4 spacious double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 balconies. You have access to a large garden & the swimming pool is at your own exclusive use. You will enjoy magnificent 180 degree views across the countryside to the Alps.
The property offers the best of both worlds; it is immersed in the glorious Langhe countryside, a place of tranquility and peace, yet is located within a few minutes’ drive from the famous vineyards, wine bars and restaurants of Monforte D’Alba, La Morra, Barolo or Serralunga d'Alba. The larger towns of Alba and Bra are less than 30 minutes away.

The layout is perfect for 2 families as it offers both privacy & a get together space (please refer to the floor plan). All that you need for the perfect holiday.

Bedrooms One and Two
are in the former hayloft area, located on the northern side, each with high vaulted ceilings and are serviced by a bathroom with shower and washing machine. Each has a double bed (US King size) and wardrobe.

Bedroom Three and Four
are west facing and offer breathtaking views over the pool toward the Alps. Both have access to a wide balcony. Bedrooms Three and Four share a large, modern bathroom with walk-in shower.

Living/Dining
features a very large area with vaulted ceilings and wooden beams, with exposed brick and stone offering plenty of rustic charm. The fully-equipped kitchen provides everything you need to encourage you in cooking the superb local Langhe produce, including an electrical stove and oven, dishwasher, kettle and coffee machine.
The dining table is big enough for 8 people. The comfortable living area has a leather couch and seating for 8 and a smart, flatscreen HD TV with satellite
channels.

Covered Terrace
On the eastern side there is a beautifully rustic high-ceiling terrace, with a separate, secure storage area. It's a favourite place for our guests.
It features a direct access from Living/Dining and, with its (second) dining table for 8 people, its perfect for alfresco dining.

Outside
A shaded area by the pool where aperitivi may be taken.
The garden is a large grassed area dotted with cherry trees and roses guests can help themselves to fresh herbs for cooking, fruit - figs and cherries from our trees.

Parking
for 3 cars available

Swimming pool
With entry via a secure gate, the pool is at your own exclusive use, is accessible anytime you want and presents the perfect place to chill out after a day of touring and tasting, or hiking through the vineyards. It has stunning direct views to the historic town of Monchiero Alto and to the Alps.
It is a favourite spot for our guests where they enjoy a glass of spritz while gazing at the superb sunset over the Alps.

Laundry
There is a washing machine in one of the bathrooms, and an ironing board which can be moved to suit your needs. We provide clothes drying racks.
Other cleaning equipment and products are available as needed.

Cleaning
The house is cleaned before your arrival.
A cleaning fee of €35 is payable directly to us at the end of the stay.

Linen
Bed sheets, bath and hand towels, pool towels and kitchen towels are all provided and professionally-cleaned at a high temperature for your safety.

Internet - the house has wireless internet throughout.

Bike rental – there are local rental places that can deliver to the house.

About Us
Steve and I moved from Sydney to Piemonte in April 2019. The move was the culmination of our enthusiasm and love of Italy’s culture, countryside, wine and the Italian way of life. We want to share our love of the place with our guests and help them have an unforgettable experience.
We live on the ground floor of the property and are available if needed. We are both wine and food lovers and are very happy to share a glass or two, but are equally happy to give guests space and privacy also.

What our guests have said of us
'They are so discrete you get the feeling you are completely private'.
Or
'Ready for a chat when you want it. But when you don't need them, it's like they are not there. Although make sure to have a chat about wine with Steve. He knows all the graps and all the winemakers.'

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Licence
CIR_00412900002

On arrival, guests will be asked to sign a standard 'Locazione Turistica' rental contract. This is required by local law.

Not included in the rental rate is the local tourist tax, charged at €1.50 per person per night (all guests over 10 years old) and a cleaning fee of €35 per stay, both payable directly to us.

Getting here and around - The nearest airport is Turin, about 90 minutes away. Milan Malpensa and Linate, and Nice, are within two hours. The nearest transport hubs are Alba and Bra, both with train and bus stations. Ideally you should have a car during your stay to make the most of the area.
We would be happy to assist you explore the area.

The neighbourhood
We can help you explore this world heritage UNESCO area through a combination of walks in the vineyards or escorted drives. Or you can indulge an Italian national pastime by hiring a bike and riding the hills. The local winding roads that connect the wine towns can be your own personal Giro!

The house is few minutes’ drive or a brisk walk through hazelnut groves and vineyards to the lovely hilltop wine town of Monforte d’Alba and close to other famous wine towns of Piemonte such as Barolo, La Morra, Cherasco, Bra, Dogliani, Diano D’Alba and the Langhe’s capital- Alba. The list can go on - this is a wine and food mecca!
And,
you’re only an hour and a half from Turin and even less to the Ligurian coast and the French border.

Activities in the Area
We will provide you with a 'Guide to Build your Piemonte Holiday'- itineraries, restaurants & suggest wineries to visit.

Piemonte offers a lot to see & enjoy - it’s a cultural landscape of arresting natural & man-made beauty, with splendid hills adorned by perfectly laid out vineyards & topped by eye-catching villages, each with its own medieval castle. You can explore the area through vineyards walks, on walking tracks, scenic bike rides or drives.

The activities available are many and varied and include –
•Winery visits and wine tasting (of course!) in the regions of Barolo, Barbaresco, Dogliani, Monferrato and Roero.
•Produce tasting – cheese, torrone, Nutella, chocolate and … truffles
•Truffle hunting – during the Autumn season
•Explore medieval villages
•Walk the vineyards
•A day-trip to Monviso, the highest peak of the Cottian Alps and source of the mighty Po River
•Urban strolling in Acqui Terme, famous for its thermal spas dating back to Roman times
•Passegiata and aperitivi in Alba
•Visit Turin, a beautiful city with classic architecture, captivating museums and galleries, grand town squares and some of the best cafes and restaurants in the world – it’s one of Italy’s best kept secrets!

Or, you are only a short drive to the Ligurian coastline and the Italian Riviera where ruggedly beautiful hills meet dazzling Mediterranean waters. You can even dash across the border to France and Monaco

We are very familiar with the region and can provide extra services such as private driving services, guided walks, and pre-arranged pickup and drop off arrangements (very reasonable supplementary fees may apply).

Wines - local wines are numerous and seriously good, produced from a relatively small number of grape varieties. Typical for the area are Barolo & Barbaresco (made from the noble Nebbiolo grape), Dolcetto, Barbera and Moscato. There are many outstanding wine producers to visit, all within a short distance of our house .