Romantic agriturismo in the hills of Piedmont

This agriturismo is ideal for those looking for a quiet place to relax in the Piedmont hills. The old farmhouse, built in 1800 and bought by four friends, has been rebuilt over four years into comfortable holiday accommodation.

The farmhouse is surrounded by 11 hectares of vineyard, belonging to one of the owners, who is also the host. With passion and energy he tries to make sure that all guests feel at home. And when he is not busy with guests in the agriturismo, he works with his father and mother in the vineyard or in the farmhouse cellar. They make a total of nine different wines, including Barbera and Moscato.

Fortunately, the host speaks good English so he can tell you proudly about what to see and do in the region. They do not have a restaurant but in the nearby village (3km) are four good restaurants. When I was there he pointed me to a typical Piedmont Osteria, mother in the kitchen, father and son taking care of the customers. There I have eaten delicious veal braised in Barbera wine.  

The rooms

The agriturismo has a total of seven rooms and two suites. The romantic-style rooms have a modern bathroom with shower, air conditioning, satellite TV and good wifi. In the rooms a cot can be added. The suites have a double bed and a sofa bed or an extra bed.  

Pool & cellar

In the garden of the property is a fenced pool with a shallow end and a jacuzzi. The buffet breakfast is served in the cosy dining room, but when the weather is good it is served on the terrace outside. On request they make you a light lunch, such as a salad, a cheese board or a selection of salamis and other local meats.  In the basement is a comfortable living-room with a large flat screen TV and good wifi reception.

On request they will gladly give you a tour through the winery and organise a wine tasting. In the dining room you will always find two open bottles of their own wine.: the guests are invited to serve themselves.

In short

This agriturismo with its hospitable vigneron is an ideal place to unwind and a beautiful base from which to explore Piedmont!

By Margot Dekruijf