Warm and welcoming country house with a small garden and a breathtaking view over Langhe and Monferrato hills, declared a UNESCO Human Heritage site - ideal for 2-3 people. Located in the centre of the charming village of Calamandrana Alta, a couple of steps away from the town’s castle, adjacent to a free car park.
CIN IT005013C28IMLJI4E | CIR 00501300001
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QUICK INFORMATION
GUESTS | 2 to 3 guests
ACCOMMODATION | 1 double bedroom - 1 single (sofa) bed in the living room - 1 bathroom with shower
KITCHEN | dishwasher, gas stove, fridge-freezer, kettle, toaster, microwave, capsule coffee machine, American coffee maker
GARDEN | little patio for al fresco dining, small garden with sun lounger
WI-FI | free internet wi-fi connection
RESTRICTIONS | smoking is prohibited, pets are not admitted, breakfast is not included
PARKING | free car park next to the house.
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THE PROPERTY
16th century building, independent semi-detached house, finely renovated.
Pitched roof with ceiling beams and a wooden floor in the bedroom, exposed ancient stone walls and wooden floor in the living room, original terracotta tiles in the kitchen and on the staircase.
The house offers its guests great comfort in a cozy and romantic atmosphere, with all the modern facilities, a garden and a wonderful view over the surrounding hills and vineyards, which can be enjoyed from every room.
It is located on the hillside of the peaceful village of Calamandrana Alta, in the heart of the Piemonte wine area: Langhe and Monferrato.
The house, approximately 60 sqm - very bright and fully furnished, extends over three storeys. Two flights of terracotta and wood stairs lead to first and second floor.
Ground floor: Main entrance | Fully-equipped kitchen with appliances and utensils (also including gas stove, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, kettle, toaster, microwave, capsule coffee machine, American coffee maker, crockery, pots, pans) and dining area | Direct access to the little patio and garden.
First floor: Living room refurbished with a couch (convertible in single bed), two vintage armchairs, round table with chairs and panoramic view.
Second floor: Bedroom with double bed (convertible in twin beds) and small panoramic terrace | Bathroom with shower and hairdryer.
Outdoor features: The small garden is ideal for dining, reading, relaxing, enjoying the great views, living close to nature. The place provides peace and quiet | The outdoor area is equipped with deckchairs and sunshade to shield the sun on warm summer days, a table under the jasmine pergola for al fresco dining.
The house can host up to 3 guests. Sleeping arrangements include:
- bedroom: double bed, convertible in twin beds (+ travel crib, supplied on request)
- living room: sofa bed for 1 person.
Considering the peculiar staircase, to guarantee maximum security, we advise access to children aged 4+ or babies who still cannot walk or crawl.
Price includes:
- bed-linen, towels and tablecloths
- water, power and gas usage
- internet wi-fi connection
- baby cot with blankets (to be requested previously, at the time of reservation).
A car is necessary and there is a free car park next to the house.
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GUEST ACCESS
Guests have access to the entire property.
Check-in: from 3 p.m. onwards.
Check-out: before 11 o’clock in the morning.
If check-in/out times are to be changed it is to be notified when the reservation is made.
In order to ensure public safety, Italian law obliges hosts to communicate their guests’ personal data to the Police. For this reason our guests are kindly requested to show their IDs or passports for registration (for all people included in the reservation) at check-in time.
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HOUSE’S RULES
- You can’t host more people than registered.
- Smoking is prohibited inside.
- Even though we love them, pets are not admitted.
- Respect for the neighbourhood at nighttime.
- Recycle using the provided bins.
- Fire extinguisher only to be used of emergency. Guests assume liability for misuse of the fire extinguisher and will compensate for any damage caused by improper use of it.
- Respect our house and take care of it as your own.
- Absolutely must enjoy your stay!
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INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
We like to greet guests upon arrival and answer any questions they may have or give suggestions to discover our territory.
Please feel free to contact us if anything is needed.
On arrival you will find a welcome book, containing all of the house’s information that is needed and also suggestions to discover our region.
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THINGS TO DO
Calamandrana Alta is a great starting point for visiting the Langhe-Roero and Monferrato area, declared in 2014 a UNESCO Human Heritage site for its vineyard landscapes: surrounded by beautiful and carefully cultivated hillsides, antique towns, castles, ect.
Beautiful winemaking sites of Piemonte that bear testimony to a deep and long-established relationship between man and his natural environment.
These areas are well known for excellent wine production of international quality such as: Barbera d’Asti and Il Nizza, Asti Spumante, Barolo and Barbaresco.
Nonetheless Piemonte has also a great cooking tradition, strong flavours and delicate pleasures of old recipes. A territory that offers tasty meals, typical products and plates based on local produce.
For sport lovers the place is ideal for awesome bike, running and hiking routes through Langhe and Monferrato. Marco, who is a bike lover, will be happy to advise you the best paths to enjoy our beautiful landscape.
There’s plenty to do nearby:
- visit wine producers and wine tasting (near the house there are many excellent wine producers)
- taste local cuisine
- sport (yoga, swimming pools, nordic walking, golf, tennis, quad tours, horse-riding, kart, bike, e-bike, running, hiking)
- spa and thermal treatments
- antique markets
- shopping (Serravalle Designer Outlet 56 km) / (Mondovicino Outlet Village 87 km).
Towns to visit:
- Nizza Monferrato (5 km)
- Canelli (6 km)
- Acqui Terme (17 km)
- Costigliole d’Asti - Medieval Castle (18 km)
- Asti (27 km)
- Alba (32 km)
- Barolo (55 km)
- Bra (56 km)
- Torino (83 km)
- Milano (125 km)
- Genova and seaside (90 km).
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OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
This is a PRIVATE RENTAL FOR TOURISTIC PURPOSE according to Italian Law No 431 of 1998. At the check-in time is due to sign the rental agreement for touristic use. During the stay the landlord will not provide food and beverages, surveillance services, daily cleaning of the house.
