Title: Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location Family-friendly villa in Castino with an outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33597000/33596964/9761e39b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33597000/33596964/16228e85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33597000/33596964/e28c8794.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33597000/33596964/95791755.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33597000/33596964/9ce72a01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Immerse yourself in the heart of Langhe Hills at Casa Annunziata, where history and modern comforts blend. Enjoy local food and wine by the 16th-century fireplace or relish a meal on the shaded patio with dining area. Take in breathtaking views from either family room, stroll through a terraced garden, or relax around an 11m x 7m swimming pool. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathrooms3122 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location Food and winelovers, as well as families and friends will enjoy the beautiful historical property Casa Annunziata set in the heart of the Langhe Hills of Piemonte. The house has been extensively refurbished with a large modern kitchen and 4 bathrooms. The charming authentic old character has been kept with the numerous fireplaces and original visible stone walls. The big family dining room is situated right beside the fully equipped modern kitchen with direct access to the lovely garden. The kitchen door leads to a shaded patio with dinning area. The second spacious and vaulted family room on the first floor has direct access to a sunny veranda and offers spectacular views due to large floor to ceiling windows. At the center of the house is the cozy family room with a large open fireplace from the 16th century. From this area the 5 double bedrooms (1 with an additional double sofa bed and one with an additional futon on the mezzanine) can be reached through a central staircase, as well as three of the four bathrooms. Around the house and in the spacious terraced garden diverse sitting and relaxing areas partially shaded can be found. From the beautiful large swimming pool 11m x 7m the most spectacular views over the valley can be enjoyed. The house is only a 20 minutes walk or 3 minutes drive to the village of Castino which boasts a typical Piedmontese trattoria, a pizzeria, a deli specialised in fresh pasta, a grocery store, a post office a typical "tabaccaio", a coffee bar and an outdoor shop where you can rent bikes and also guided bike tours. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Heated pool - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 3,122 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33260000/33259100/33259080/9a8f4d6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautifully restored farmhouse with pool immersed in the greenery MAGLIANO ALFIERI - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=33259080&PinnedHotelID=33259080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105770000/105766400/105766357/796b2438.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular views of UNESCO Castles, Langhe valley, French, Italian & Swiss alps Piemonte - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=105766357&PinnedHotelID=105766357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39030000/39028000/39027938/999e3657.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa with vineyards, infinity pool, views of an UNESCO castle and the alps. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number IT004057C2QQGGKI69, 00405700007 ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transportation to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.61270%2C8.17167&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4sakmrjvZpKf_AVPmDNgzhPq_JA=) Castino, Provincia di Cuneo, Piemonte #### What's nearby - Strada Romantica delle Langhe e il Roero - 18 min drive - 18.7 km - Castello di Grinzane - 21 min drive - 21.9 km - Alba Cathedral - 21 min drive - 20.7 km - Maddalena Courtyard - 21 min drive - 20.8 km - Fontanafredda - 30 min drive - 26.1 km #### Getting around - Agliano Castelnuovo-Calcea Station - 29 min drive - Levaldigi Airport (CUF) - 86 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Otto Bar - ‬11 min drive - ‪Bar Nazionale - ‬9 min drive - ‪Corte di Cannobbio - ‬9 min drive - ‪Trepiasi - ‬9 min drive - ‪Osteria Del Ponte - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Mulino Marino, Parrocchia S. Pantaleo, and Chiesa Pieve di Santa Maria. Patrone Winery and Fondazione Cesare Pavese are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 51 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 2.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sohail B. May 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Elegant villa with all the amenities of home Annette’s villa is in a beautiful location overlooking a valley below. The rooms are very comfortable, the kitchen is supplied with all of the amenities to enjoy home cooked meals, and the grounds and pool are terrific to enjoy. Would highly recommend the meals prepared by Ann (the caretaker). We had a wonderful time and would surely return. ##### Sohail B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Norm R. May 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Castino! Great place to headquarter out of! ##### Norm R. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan B. Aug 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Italian getaway Excellent property in a great quiet rural location but only 10 mins walk from Castino with its cafe/bar, deli and pasta shop. Perfect for a relaxing getaway with our family and friends. Lots to see in the area - we only scratched the surface. Pool was lovely and much enjoyed, and a real bonus in the summer heat. Communications with Annette and Ann were excellent, and we were made to feel very welcome - with recommendations for places to visit and eat. A real highlight was the evening meal cooked by Joseph and Ann - which was delicious and highly recommended. A fantastic holiday enjoyed by all of us. ##### Jonathan B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerry W. Jun 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Italian Getaway Great house with an amazing view. Only “drawback” is it is slightly secluded. 15 minute drive to the grocery store. But that is also it’s charm, just be aware. We had 7 adults and the house worked perfectly for us. We took advantage of having Ann and her husband cook for us while there. Incredible meal! More than worth it. Highly recommend this amazing house! ##### Jerry W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophia V. Sep 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Classy, interesting property with warm management Our group of 3 couples and 1 single stayed at the villa for 5 nights. The bedrooms are all larger than average; it is an older house with historic charm, and updated throughout. Most windows had screens, except for one of the top floor bedrooms; mosquitos were in abundance, so we had to be careful. Guests reported they were comfortable in the space, but the beds / matresses were hard. Ann, the house manager, and her husband Joseph, were so kind and thoughtful about everything. We took advantage of Joseph's amazing culinary skills (really, quite good!) for two amazing meals with wine pairings. So much better to do this at home. We enjoyed the 15 minutes walk through the hazelnut orchard to the local village, and getting a bite from the nice pizza place the first night. Tiny town, but this little restaurant is actually quite on top of things. VRBO has an annoying feature that makes it so even if the place you choose has room for 12, and you say you're bringing 8, if you change to say you're bringing 7 that incurs a change fee - a backhanded way of making a few extra euro, that only tarnish's the brand. Otherwise, we'd recommend the house - the pool area is lovely, too, but the water will likely be cold unless you're there in the hot summer or pay extra to have the heater on. Thanks again to Ann and Joseph for their kind hospitality! ##### Sophia V. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jon Oct 19, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication This was a very disappointing rental. First thing is that the directions to the location required considerable assistance to find the right location as the address listed does not take you to the right place. Further - lots of bees flies and bugs which require the use of very fragile screens for the windows and doors. The host do know it’s an issue as the property manager made a point to address this fragility in check in. After that - we were still charged nearly 10% of our rental cost to repair a screen which we never noticed or considered to be damaged nor had any opportunity to address. We did our walk through at the end of the rental and did not notice or register any anomalies yet we’re still charged based on their verbal claim. Lastly - the lower bedroom and bathroom have a significant moisture problem and smell of must. Dehumidifier has to run constantly and does not address the issue. Nice location but I would not recommend this rental. ##### Jon Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart W. Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property, excellent pool, gardens, kitchen and bedrooms. Very remote and quiet, exactly what we were looking for. Fabulous tiny tiny town, lovely local people. ##### Stuart W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina R. Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Sehr schönes gepflegtes Anwesen für eine große Familie. Der Pool war klasse und auch top gepflegt. Uns hat es so gut gefallen, dass wir nächstes Jahr wiederkommen wollen. ##### Christina R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina B. May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place for family celebrations The property is beautiful and spacious for our group of 8. The views are lovely. The kitchen is well equipped and the property manager couldn’t have been more helpful. Because it is very rural, there are limited places to eat and grocery shop nearby. The main restaurant was shut for the next 4 months as was the local pasta shop. The down side is that we had to drive a lot. However the lanscape Is stunning ##### Tina B. Stayed 8 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave C. Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Farmhouse luxury. Awesome views, great building with such character, lots of walks then hit the pool. Well equipped kitchen to make great meals. Very quiet. Dinner option with Ann & Joseph was fantastic. Recommend highly. ##### Dave C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie L. Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place for a big family holiday Wonderful and spacious house with very well equipped kitchen and large and comfortable bedrooms. Terrific mountain view, perfect outdoor areas and a superb pool. Nice short walk to Castino, a charming small town with most of what you need. ##### Marie L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sue M. Jun 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Italian holiday! Our family (six adults) spent two wonderful weeks at Casa Annunziata recently. Like other reviewers we found the house was very clean and comfortable with several alfresco eating areas and an excellent outdoor pool area that we took full advantage of. After we ignored the directions provided (don’t use google maps!) Ann, the property manager patiently guided us to the house - literally stayed on the phone and gave us bend by bend instructions, and then provided a comprehensive intro to the house and grounds. We had requested some food and wine be purchased for our first evening and as a result there was great quality food and wine waiting (special thanks for the wine, Joseph!) We really appreciated the tranquility of the house location amongst the hazelnut groves and it’s proximity to historic Castino with lovely local walks nearby. Also appreciated the recommendations about local markets, restaurants, wine tastings etc. Of particular note were visits to Barolo, la Morra and Cortemelia - don’t miss la Corte de Cannobia for the best hazelnuts and icecream! and local visits to Francesco Scanavino and the Camo Museo a Cielo. Like previous guests we highly recommend the home dining service provided by Ann and Joseph which was a real qhighlight of our holiday. Many thanks Annette for sharing your property! ##### Sue M. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry D. Oct 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A peaceful retreat in beautiful Castino While the pictures of the property are breathtaking, they do no justice to reality. Everything was beyond expectations and our time in Castino was magical. The property owner and on local manager ensured everything was in order and made our stay totally comfortable and relaxing. ##### Larry D. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Åsa S., Helsingborg Sep 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect house Fantastic property managers. We had two dinners with vine and food. We recommend strongly to book this. Ann and Joseph were the best. The house, garden and poolarea was very nice. ##### Åsa S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ursula B. Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wieder wunderschön! Wir waren mit der Familie das zweite mal in diesem schönen Haus. Es war wieder alles perfekt. ##### Ursula B. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### hans b., Haarlem, NL Aug 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house, rural but not far from Alba Lovely house, well-equipped and easily accommodating 10-12p. Ideal for 3 fams as the rooms on levels 1 and 2 have opposite bedrooms. Great pool on a nice 3-level garden with more than enough space. On the mezzanine level a fine terrass overlooking the hilly environment. We would certainly recommend the property! ##### hans b. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah K. Jul 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Experience Our group of 8 thoroughly enjoyed our stay and certainly would highly recommend. The house & pool area were a needed recluse after a week in busy cities to the south. Highlight was a fantastic six-course meal with wine pairings prepared by Ann and Joseph! This made a "big" birthday even more special. Also, I would recommend using their wine service as well. After a couple of e-mails with Joseph about what kind of wine we liked, we arrived at the and were greeted with all of the wine we ordered, which would have been impossible to duplicate from a store or wineries. Our group likes to cook and we were very happy with the kitchen and amenities. We enjoyed the stroll through hazelnut orchards to the village of Castino (do it at night and catch the fireflies!), where we visited the deli, coffee shop and yes, the ATM! Also caught an interesting match of fistball one night against another village in a street next to Santa Margherita. Overall fantastic experience and a great base camp to explore Alba, Barolo, Barbaresco and other small Langhe towns, as well as the Italian Riviera. ##### Sarah K. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claus H. Jun 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sehr ruhig gelegenes Haus mit toller Ausstattung. Die ganze Familie (10 Erwachsene und 4 Kinder) war begeistert. Garten, Pool, Küche, Spielzimmer, Ess- und Wohnzimmer. Dazu mehrere Sitzgelegenheiten im Freien. Für uns waren die Tische aber alle zu klein. War aber auch kein grosses Problem. Holt man sich halt von einem anderen Sitzplatz was dazu. Der tägliche Einkauf ist mit dem Fahrrad in 10 Minuten kein Problem. Der kleine Laden im Ort hat immer mal offen. Durch die freundliche Hilfe von Ann bzw. ihrem Mann konnten wir auch eine befürchtete "weinfreie" Zeit nach der Ankunft überwinden. Obwohl eigentlich alles geschlossen war gab es noch einen Winzer der am späten Abend für uns aufmachte. Drei kleine Probleme hat das Haus allerdings.1. Die Sicherung haut es regelmäßig beim Kochen raus. 2. Der Gasherd mag nicht immer auf allen Flammen kochen - was bei unserer Personenzahl ein kleines Problem war. 3. Der Boiler funktionierte nicht immer. Was etwas blöd ist, wenn man gerade unter der Dusche steht. Aber sonst war es echt toll. Und obwohl die Unterkunft doch hochpreisig ist, überlegen wir den Urlaub in den nächsten Jahren zu wiederholen. Übrigens konnte Ann unsere Strom,- Wasser - und anderen Problem telefonisch (auch spät abends) immer lösen - auch dafür noch mal danke. Noch ein kleiner Tip für die Anfahrt. Die Adresse stimmt nicht wenn man sie einfach ins Navi eingibt. Also bitte die Anfahrtsbeschreibung von Ann nehmen. Auf alle Fälle eine Empfehlung. ##### Claus H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Petra R. Jun 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ein rundum gelungener Urlaub! Wir hatten wunderbare 10 Tage in diesem superschönen Domizil. Noch nicht einmal die 5 Tage heftiger Regen konnten uns die Freude an dem Haus nehmen. Im Gegenteil, auch bei diesem Teil des Urlaubs waren wir voll zufrieden. Alle Räume sind so groß, daß jeder seinen Platz finden konnte, und wir konnten auch dann malen als um uns alles im dichten Nebel verloren ging. Ann war eine wundervolle und liebenswerte Ansprechpartnerin die uns immer sehr schnell zu Hilfe geeilt ist.. Der kleine sehr nette Ort bietet alles was man zum leben bzw. zum schlemmen braucht. Die Küche im Haus tat dann den Rest dazu, alles was man braucht ist vorhanden. Und nicht zu vergessen die liebevollen Geschenke zu Beginn. Die letzten 3 Sonnentage haben wir dann auch Garten, Pool und Terrassen noch ausgiebig genießen können. Wir danken ihnen für solch ein herrliches Haus, daß wir teilen durften. Mit herzlichen Grüßen Die Malermedelz aus der Pfalz ##### Petra R. Stayed 11 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer D., Chicago, IL USA Nov 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home with spectacular views Annette was very responsive and the house had all of the amenities promised. Stunning views and a perfect place for a large family gathering- lots of large rooms for together time and private spaces for alone time. ##### Jennifer D. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Felice B., Kailua, Hawaii Oct 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful stay in beautiful Langhe Hills Our family of nine fit comfortably in this well maintained and beautiful property. The kitchen was well equipped and spacious. We loved the two large living rooms as well. We were close to Alba and was able to enjoy the town and the White Truffle Festival with wine tastings there. Property hosts Ann and Joseph were extremely helpful responding to our questions with many suggestions. Two highlights were our specially arranged Truffle Hunt and a delicious Prix Fixe dinner with wine pairings created by Joseph and Ann at Casa Annunziata for our family and some friends. Grazie mille also to Annette for sharing her family’s warm and beautiful home with our family. Aloha from Felice and Ed ##### Felice B. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronnie V. Oct 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Villa with great accomodations tucked away in Piemonte The stay was fantastic. The house is very well equipped and very comfortable with 5 rooms that were all equally great. The amentities were top notch and the property was incredibly maintained. We were treated to a wonderful dinner and wine pairing our first night and then took advantage of the kitchen the following meals. The kitchen was a cook's dream - all the tools you need and a great range and oven for anyone who likes to cook. I wish we had the time to be here longer, we could have stayed for weeks. Additionally we had our 17 month old with us and she enjoyed the property, running around the garden all day. Thank you so much. ##### Ronnie V. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate G. Oct 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A perfect spot We booked the house to stay in with my mom and our 4 year old son. Friends also came to meet us. The house was so great with multiple groups as there are bedrooms and bathrooms on three different floors. Ann met us at the house with a warm welcome and wine we had ordered. She also arranged a babysitter for our son who was so wonderful. The house is just perfect, nestled in a hazelnut orchard, but not too far from town. The market and bakery in Cortemilia was a favorite. All in all, a totally perfect spot. ##### Kate G. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan L. Oct 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic family vacation We loved our stay. The house and grounds were beautiful. Every bedroom had different features but everyone loved their room. Pool is stunning and we used it most afternoons after a day of sightseeing. Kitchen was well provisioned and we cooked a lot. Highly recommend catered dinner by Joe and Anne and also recommend trip to Ann’s museum in Camo. You can walk to Castino which has a good alimentary but slim choices for dining. Most dining about a thirty minute drive and there were an endless number of charming towns and restaurants to visit. Restaurant recommendations were greatly appreciated. We loved the wine tour and tasting at Abrigo Giovanni. ##### Susan L. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### greg s. Sep 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would book this property again. The caretakers Ann and Joseph are fabulous, and you must have them prepare a meal (or two) for you - 5 star! Great kitchen, nice views, and a great pool and outdoor shower. Can't wait to come back. ##### greg s. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022