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Boutique Studio Apartment in Roero Wine Area of Piedmont, near Asti and Alba.
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Govone,
- Castello di Govone3 min drive
- Alba Cathedral17 min drive
- Barbaresco Tower17 min drive
- Turin (TRN-Turin Intl.)75 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Red Suite
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.
Property manager
Tim Brewer
Languages
English, Italian
Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Breakfast available
Vrbo Property
Vrbo Property
Washer
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
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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
Onsite 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 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
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 EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the area
Govone
This apartment is located in Govone. 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
- Castle of Magliano Alfieri - 8 min drive
- Alba Cathedral - 17 min drive
- Barbaresco Tower - 17 min drive
- Cantina Sociale dei Produttori del Barbaresco - 17 min drive
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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