17th Century Villa Food + Wine Lover's Paradise with Pool/Wifi Alba Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 93138

Swimming Pool with Lounge Chairs

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Location: Alba, Piedmont, Italy, Europe (12 miles to Barolo; one hour to Torino; two hours to Milan) View Map

Accommodations:  Villa, 4 Bedrooms + Attached Unit, 4 Baths (Sleeps 12)

One hour from Torino, escape into the bucolic hills of Piemonte. This beautiful 17th Century stone villa sits on three-point-six hectares (nine acres) at an altitude of 575 meters (1900 feet) near the small village of Bonvicino and four miles from Dogliani, in the heart of Piemonte, Italia. Sit on the balcony, sipping your morning coffee or enjoying a glass of wine at sunset while gazing out at the rugged and lush green mountain landscape. On clear days, enjoy spectacular views of the Alps. Villa San Lorenzo di Bonvicino provides a perfect base for exploring the Piemonte region. Enjoy walking through Italian hill towns and vineyards, visit the well-known towns of Monforte D’Alba and Barolo (nine and 12 miles away).

The property was completely renovated in Spring 2008, including new bathrooms, beds, linens, antique furnishings, satellite TV, high-speed internet, plumbing, electrical. Modern conveniences are combined with the antiquity of this centuries old farmhouse. Furnishings combine comfort in keeping with the style of the region and preservation of the house. There are Four bedrooms (Four Queen Size Beds, or the possibility for Two rooms Twin Beds), Four modern bathrooms with bath/shower, a spacious living room with a balcony overlooking the Piemonte hills, and a fully-equipped kitchen. The property offers privacy, spectacular views in a beautiful peaceful setting. Perfect for a family, two to four couples, or a group of friends. Woodfired oven added Autumn 2007. Swimming pool and outdoor patio added Spring 2008.

Enjoy cooking in your peaceful apartment, dining al fresco, or choose from one of the region's many delicious restaurants. Local cuisine offers fresh regional dishes based on seasonal ingredients. The property is completely private, nestled in the Alta Langa hills. Just minutes from town (cafes, restaurants, shopping, cinema), you will feel peacefully secluded on this spacious property. Pick fresh figs, apples, cherries, and blackberries just outside your front door.

Walk directly from the house to view hawks, warblers, finches, sparrows, rabbits, deer, fox, coyotes, or drive to one of the many walks nearby. Local wineries abound, featuring the internationally acclaimed Barolo and Barbaresco wines. The nearby town of Alba is known as the home of the famous white truffle. Bra prides itself on being the heart of the Slow Food movement. Nearby Cherasco is known for its famous chocolate, as well as offering a cultural museum and film retrospectives. Horseback riding and swimming are just minutes away.

Dogliani offers a choice of cafes where you can sample homemade Gelati, enjoy a cappuccino or stay for lunch or dinner. Shop at the local farmer's market on Tuesday or Saturday and visit the local pannetteria and pasticeria for your bread and dessert. Take a walk or drive to Bossolasco to sample their famous chocolates (including a variety of hot chocolate beverages) and views stretching over the entire region.

You may want to take a trip to the seaside near Savona on the Ligurian Coast or to the Alps for skiing or hiking, both about an hour's drive away. Cinque Terre, Nice, and Milan are approximately two hours away.

All linens provided. Daily or weekly cleaning available at additional cost.

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
  • Wood Fireplace
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Queen Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed
  • Child Bed
  • Crib
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Private Pool
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Lanai
• View/Location
  • Mountain View
• Communications
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Three-point-six Hectares (nine acres), Private Drive, Fruit Trees, Stays Cool and Comfortable during the Summer, Brand New Heating during Winter keeps the house warm!
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Zoo/Wildlife Park
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Sledding/Tubing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Rock Climbing
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hot Air Ballooning
• Other Activities
  • Many Wineries Nearby, Barolo, Monforte D'Alba, Dogliani, Alba, Ligurian Coast one hour away, two hours from Nice, one-and-one-half hours to Alps

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4BR/4BA Villa ......... €4000/week.
Final Cleaning Included
Optional Daily Cleaning available at €50/day.
ALSO Available to rent as 3BR/3BA for 3100€/week
2BA/2BA 2200€/week
6BR/6BA 6000€/Week

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 09/06/09
  Positive Rating
  Jon Stevenson , Great Mills, MD
  • Villa San Lorenzo far exceeded our expectations. It was perfect in every aspect. The photographs depicted on the website are an accurate representation of the villa and it's amenities and gave us an excellent idea of what to expect. We were not disappointed when we arrived and saw the villa for ourselves. The outdoor dining area and swimming pool were wonderful. We spent most of our time by the pool enjoying the beautiful surroundings while the kids swam. The pool was very clean and the temperature was just right. We could not have been happier with our experience renting at Villa San Lorenzo!
• 04/01/09
  Positive Rating
  Sean , Paris, France
  • What a great place to stay. From when we entered, we found that we had everything provided for like as though it is our own home. I looked out the window often as the view was stunning. The hosts were super knowledgeable about the area, and showed us some great places to eat and see. Also, they introduced us to some locals, which added an even more 'local' flavour to our stay. All in all, it was a great experience. The only downside is that we would love to go there more often.
• 03/18/09
  Positive Rating
  Diane , Medford, MA
  • What a relaxing and special place to unwind and enjoy great food, wine, and company. The owners are knowledgeable and generous with advice about the many treasures of the area and never steered us wrong. The accommodations are perfect and suited our every need - it was especially wonderful to unwind and relax in the extra large bathtub! Can't wait for our next visit.
• 03/10/09
  Positive Rating
  Chris , Paris, Frace
  • I have just spent a week here with my family and do not hesitate to recommend this beautiful hilltop villa. The views are stunning, the accommodation luxurious and spacious, the hospitality warm and friendly, the food and wine from the region delicious! Not only is it a great location for going out to discover the Piedmont region, heading to the mountains or to the coast, but also for staying in, unwinding and taking it easy. Don't hesitate to ask the owners for recommendations on where to eat and what to drink, they know the region and the people and can ensure you taste the best of Piedmont.
• 03/09/09
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  Brian Snyder , Medford, MA
  • Great food, great wine, great accommodations, great hosts; all added up to a great week in Italy. Our hosts were knowledgeable and gracious, guiding us to the best hill towns, vineyards and restaurants in the area. And at the end of every excursion we returned to our luxurious and comfortable rooms in Bonvicino. After watching the sun set over the vineyards on the opposite ridge, fantastic dinners were only a short drive away. Highly recommended in every way.
• 10/19/08
  Positive Rating
  Yair Haidu , Paris
  • I would probably never be able to put in words the amazing piemotese vacation we had. Adoring its wines, cuisine, truffles and charm, we are traveling quite often to this beautiful region. Amazingly, it seems we have finally found the missing link - our "pied a terre" in the region. Clay & Tamar, the owners of a fascinating Villa near Bonvicino, and the Barolo region are an amazing couple. They were so nice as hosts, smiling, caring, well introduced, we felt like coming back home after our long journeys out in the vineyards and villages. the rooms are great, comfortable, spacious, the pool, the pizza oven, the silence, the discussions, did i already say home? I am already planning our visit next year in Piemonte, we will probably visit other wineries, search for new restaurants, but we already have our home.
• 09/26/07
  Positive Rating
  Christine A. Gilsinan , St. Louis, MO
  • Our group of three couples stayed here for two weeks, beginning June 16, 2007. It is as beautiful, cosy and rustic as described and the photos on the website are true portrayals of the lovely property. We used this villa/farmhouse as our base, and drove to restaurants and wineries in the area, although it was tempting just to stay here, and rest and relax (and some days we did only that). Among our many enjoyable ventures was a day we spent with the owners as our tour guides, visiting Dogliani and the surrounding countryside. They know the area, the wineries, the restaurants and shops very well, and we took advantage of their intimate knowledge and had a wonderful time.
• 09/13/07
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  Michael Ryther , Pasadena, CA
  • I loved this place! Its one of those perfect finds a traveler hopes they'll come across. After hiking in one of the most idealic wine regions on earth this villa was the perfect place to unwind. The rooms are luxurious and spacious with breathtaking views of the countryside. Taking in the sunset while soaking in the huge bathtub was magnificent! I was most excited, however by the owners' insider knowledge of the culinary treasures of the region. Their food and wine tours are the closest one can come to being a local gourmet without moving there! I was able to personally meet some of the finest winemakers and chefs in Piemonte and had some of the best meals of my life!
• 09/02/07
  Positive Rating
  Henaut Benoit , Paris- France
  • Need for nature? of relaxation? to discover the authenticity of Italy which charms us unceasingly? this place is the perfect place, a detached house and very comfortably equipped, in a decoration of most natural overhanging the neighbouring mountains at all times of the day it is a delight. starting from this paradise only a few minutes to discover the wonders of the area: village medieval, vines and wines!! and gastronomy. not to miss. Proposer une meilleure trad
• 07/23/07
  Positive Rating
  Jessica , New York, NY
  • Wow! What an amazing adventure-- loved discovering the hills, small towns and vineyards around this beautifully updated farm house. The local food and wine is spectacular... as are the dark nights and millions of stars visible from this secluded property. Accomodations are comfortable and luxurious-- especially the giant bathtub!-- and the house is very well-appointed and cozy. The owners are a delight-- they are excellent tour guides and know all of the local secret spots. A dream vacation!

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