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Boutique Studio Apartment in Roero Wine Area of Piedmont, near Asti and Alba.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Govone,
- Castello di Govone3 min drive
- Castle of Magliano Alfieri8 min drive
- Alba Cathedral17 min drive
- Cuneo (CUF-Levaldigi)56 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Red Suite
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Boutique Studio Apartment in Roero Wine Area of Piedmont, near Asti and Alba.
Attached studio apartment in the charming village of San Pietro overlooking the historic Govone Castle in the front and Ligurian Alps in the back. Bedroom with queen size bed, living room with sofa bed, English satellite TV and fully equipped kitchen. Apartment has two overhead fans to augment summer breezes and optional air conditioning. Modern bathroom has a spacious shower. Shared balcony with panoramic views of the Roero wine hills and distant alps. Outdoor shared deck and patio where you can enjoy the sunset while you sip an aperitivo.
Owners have retired after 19 years of running an Agriturismo B&B in Piedmont, they live in the adjacent wing and have a wealth of local knowledge to share with you and can make bookings for restaurants, wineries, museums etc as well as arranging tours.
Rina is a renowned cuoca (cook) in Piedmontese cuisine with has been conducting cooking classes for 12 years, which you are welcome to participate.
Breakfast is available on request.
San Pietro is located halfway between Asti and Alba, about 15 minutes drive from each city. There is also a regular bus service between them stopping on the corner, We are 30 minutes from Turin by car or train and one hour to Milan of Genoa.
Nearest train station is Asti. Nearest airports are Turin (60 minutes), Milan Malpensa (90 minutes) and Genoa (60 minutes).
A car is recommended, but not essential. We have bicycles for guest use and e-bike rentals are available. We have the availability of a car and English speaking driver to provide tours for guests.
There is a resort hotel walking distance along the road with swimming pool and spa plus massage services available on a daily basis for our guests.
Owners have retired after 19 years of running an Agriturismo B&B in Piedmont, they live in the adjacent wing and have a wealth of local knowledge to share with you and can make bookings for restaurants, wineries, museums etc as well as arranging tours.
Rina is a renowned cuoca (cook) in Piedmontese cuisine with has been conducting cooking classes for 12 years, which you are welcome to participate.
Breakfast is available on request.
San Pietro is located halfway between Asti and Alba, about 15 minutes drive from each city. There is also a regular bus service between them stopping on the corner, We are 30 minutes from Turin by car or train and one hour to Milan of Genoa.
Nearest train station is Asti. Nearest airports are Turin (60 minutes), Milan Malpensa (90 minutes) and Genoa (60 minutes).
A car is recommended, but not essential. We have bicycles for guest use and e-bike rentals are available. We have the availability of a car and English speaking driver to provide tours for guests.
There is a resort hotel walking distance along the road with swimming pool and spa plus massage services available on a daily basis for our guests.
Property manager
Tim Brewer
Languages
English, Italian
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number Vrbo 1798955
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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 USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Govone
Govone is home to this apartment. Riserva Naturale Speciale Valle Andona and Riserva Regionale Valle Andona reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rigo Vini and Parco delle Emozioni. Centro Sportivo Roero and Cascina La Ghersa -Azienda Agricola Vitivinicola are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking and ecotours nearby.
Govone,
What's nearby
- Castello di Govone - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Castle of Magliano Alfieri - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
- Azienda Agricola Fabrizio Battaglino - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
- Alba Cathedral - 17 min drive - 16.7 km
- Piazza Michele Ferrero - 17 min drive - 17.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Il Posto Giusto - 3 min drive
- Alfieri - 8 min drive
- Ristorante Le Scuderie del Castello di Govone - 3 min drive
- Ristorante Il Centro - 5 min drive
- Ristorante Belavista - 12 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Tim Brewer
Tim was born in Africa and has lived all over the world including California before moving to Asia in 1984 (Hong Kong, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia), pioneering setting up satellite-television stations, then marketing satellites (Asiasat, Rimsat, GIS Coupon) and related business ventures, eventually ending his satellite career in Moscow as consultant for Intersputnik.
Rina was originally from Bicol in the Philippines, was the family cook at the age of 8. We met in Manila and started a diving resort with a restaurant on a motor yacht anchored off Boracay Island, one of the world's premiere paradise beach locations.
In 1996 we moved to London from Moscow. Three years later Tim's work moved him in to Taiwan, and after spending a a year in Taipei, we decided to change our lives and move to Northern Italy to find a vineyard property which we could convert into a small hotel.
Why Italy? We had friends in Piedmont and when we visited we fell in love with the ambience, the climate, the lifestyle and the perfect location, not to mention some of the best wines and foods in the world.
We arrived on Easter of 2001, and after three months we found the ideal place for us to convert into our dream. We purchased a farm property with a big farmhouse near to Asti which we converted into an agriturismo farm-stay bed and breakfast - Villa Sampaguita (the national flower of the Philippines, and we have planted one of these vines to remind us of Asia.
Fast forward 18 years of wonderful experiences, many guests from all over the world who became our friends, many wine harvests and we find ourselves getting older and in need of a smaller and less demanding place to stay.
Another year of searching for another house and waiting for the sale of Villa Sampaguita to be finalised; in August 2019 we moved to the beautiful village of San Pietro, where we started Villetta Sampaguita for guests who want to spend time in Piedmont and for Rina to focus on her cooking.
Rina was originally from Bicol in the Philippines, was the family cook at the age of 8. We met in Manila and started a diving resort with a restaurant on a motor yacht anchored off Boracay Island, one of the world's premiere paradise beach locations.
In 1996 we moved to London from Moscow. Three years later Tim's work moved him in to Taiwan, and after spending a a year in Taipei, we decided to change our lives and move to Northern Italy to find a vineyard property which we could convert into a small hotel.
Why Italy? We had friends in Piedmont and when we visited we fell in love with the ambience, the climate, the lifestyle and the perfect location, not to mention some of the best wines and foods in the world.
We arrived on Easter of 2001, and after three months we found the ideal place for us to convert into our dream. We purchased a farm property with a big farmhouse near to Asti which we converted into an agriturismo farm-stay bed and breakfast - Villa Sampaguita (the national flower of the Philippines, and we have planted one of these vines to remind us of Asia.
Fast forward 18 years of wonderful experiences, many guests from all over the world who became our friends, many wine harvests and we find ourselves getting older and in need of a smaller and less demanding place to stay.
Another year of searching for another house and waiting for the sale of Villa Sampaguita to be finalised; in August 2019 we moved to the beautiful village of San Pietro, where we started Villetta Sampaguita for guests who want to spend time in Piedmont and for Rina to focus on her cooking.
Why they chose this property
Because we are in love with Piedmont, the food, wine and culture and it is close to where we had our farm, but not isolated and in the middle of a wonderful friendly village with stunning views and easy access to both Asti and Alba and to all the major wine districts.
This property was waiting to find us, we have renovated both apartments and built a show kitchen. We feel so blessed to be here and want to share it with all our many friends past, present and future.
This property was waiting to find us, we have renovated both apartments and built a show kitchen. We feel so blessed to be here and want to share it with all our many friends past, present and future.
What makes this property unique
The fantastic view of Govone castle from the front of the house, one can never tire of. The views of the Roero, the Alps and the Tanaro valley from the back of the house.
The feeling of living in a real Italian neighbourhood, the kindness of the villagers, the tractors going by to work the vineyards, even the schoolbus in the morning.
The great location, so easy to get to anywhere in central Piedmont wine country.
The local markets, restaurants and wineries,
The sunrise in the morning and sunset in the evening.
The feeling of living in a real Italian neighbourhood, the kindness of the villagers, the tractors going by to work the vineyards, even the schoolbus in the morning.
The great location, so easy to get to anywhere in central Piedmont wine country.
The local markets, restaurants and wineries,
The sunrise in the morning and sunset in the evening.
Languages:
English, Italian
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