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Guarene: ALBA, 5 km: in historical Mansion with park a flat overviewing the hills

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Guarene: ALBA, 5 km: in historical Mansion with park a flat overviewing the hills

The apartment, only a few steps from the majestic castle of Guarene, lays on top the hill of the heart of the charming perfectly preserved village of GUARENE, overviewing the town of ALBA ( only 5 km! ) famous for oustanding wines and white truffles. ALBA is visited all year long by thousands of gourmet-tourists from all over the world.
The apartment is perfectly refurbished to offer an elegant and quiet staying. There are 2 connected bedrooms, convenient for a family group, a wide and panoramic living room with Kitchen corner, an imposing fire place and 4 windows, a hallway, bathroom with shower. The park with century old trees, flowers all year long, seasonal friuts, is open to guests to offer quiet relax in the nature with solarium, kids-payground. The all property is fenced and inside its wide courtyard free covered parking is secured. The confortable apartment has a panoramic view over the green hills of Roero and the Alps.
Free wine-tasting with each week-staying. Restaurant reservations, tours, visits to wine and cheese farmers are provided under request. Friendly and relaxed incounters with guesta are available about art, painting and local typical cuisine.
The owner is a qualified artist-painter with Atelier inside the house, open for visits.
The village of Guarene is part of the wine hills of Langhe and Roero, near the Mediterranean sea (1,5 hours motorway), the Alps skying resorts (2 hours), the historical towns of Turin (45 minutes), Asti (20 minutes), Cuneo (50 minutes), Genova (1,5 hours), Saluzzo (45 minutes).

Property manager

Maria Vittoria

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 753 sq ft (70 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 IT004101C154K4DQV3

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

Property is also known as

Guarene Alba 5 km Historical Mansion Park Flat Overviewing Hills
Guarene Alba 5 km Historical Mansion Park Flat Overviewing Hills
Alba 5 km Historical Mansion Park Flat Overviewing Hills

About the neighborhood

Map
Guarene, Piedmont

What's nearby

  • Azienda Agricola Fabrizio Battaglino - 7 min drive
  • Alba Cathedral - 9 min drive
  • Piazza Michele Ferrero - 10 min drive
  • Maddalena Courtyard - 10 min drive
  • Cantina Sociale dei Produttori del Barbaresco - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Mussotto Station - 9 min drive
  • Monticello d'Alba Station - 13 min drive
  • Levaldigi Airport (CUF) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Castello di Guarene - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Ristorante da Mario - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Io Pizza-Trifula Bianca - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Yǒ - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guarene: ALBA, 5 km: in historical Mansion with park a flat overviewing the hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Guarene: ALBA, 5 km: in historical Mansion with park a flat overviewing the hills?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guarene: ALBA, 5 km: in historical Mansion with park a flat overviewing the hills?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guarene: ALBA, 5 km: in historical Mansion with park a flat overviewing the hills located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cascina del Pozzo Winery, Teo Costa, and Azienda Agricola Fabrizio Battaglino. Tenuta Carretta and Underground Alba are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Guarene: ALBA, 5 km: in historical Mansion with park a flat overviewing the hills Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amira M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Most Incredible Stay with the Most Gracious Hosts
We could not have imagined a better place to stay in all of Italy than with Gianni and Maria Victoria. Everything was perfect, from a welcoming homemade pot of coffee upon our arrival, to the dinner and tasting reservations made for us to smooth our travel plans, to the absolutely beautiful location and grounds of the lodging itself. The thoughtful discussions on art, culture, and piloting were the cherry on top of an incredible visit. I could not recommend this very special location in Guarene more highly to travelers looking to experience Alba and Piemontese culture as the locals do.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
So warm and welcoming
We had a wonderful stay with Gianni and Maria Vittoria at their lovely home in Guarene. Firstly, Guarene was even better than we had anticipated - high up on a hill with the small winding streets and welcoming people. It is close to Alba, which was our favorite town to visit. The property has an amazing view of the surroundings from their beautiful garden - and the apartment, separate from the main house, was just right for the 4 of us. When we arrived, our hosts provided a basket of fresh fruit, bread, cheese and meat (as well as some wine!) for us to enjoy while we settled in. Gianni provided a tour of his art studio and the garden - and our kids loved it all! We also relied on them for recommendations for things to do and restaurants to go to - they didn't disappoint. When we had an issue with our next destination, they extended our stay with no issues. We were so lucky to have found this place in Guarene and are looking forward to going back to visit again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
We loved our stay in Guarene- our hosts were welcoming and so helpful arranging wine tasting, lovely dinners and pointing out local points of interest. We had fun walking into the village and meeting locals (also very friendly). The apartment was so comfy and in particular the bed was heavenly! We split out time maki the ng meals in the apartment and eating at the local eateries. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

April I., Dunwoody, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nicest hosts with an awesome property!
We highly recommend staying with Gianni and Maria! They are wonderful hosts. They met us to check-in and show us around the property. They are available when needed, but otherwise are occupied with their daily projects. We enjoyed looking at Gianni's paintings and loved hearing about the rich history of the home and grounds. They made excellent suggestions for nearby restaurants and wine tasting options. They even helped us make dinner reservations. The breakfast spread is very good, including their home made jam and fresh breakfast cakes. Maria even taught us how to make tasty coffee in a Bialetti pot. As far as the accommodations go, I slept like a baby. It is quiet on their property and the new mattress was wonderful. The unit was clean and well appointed. The view out of the living room windows was beautiful, looking down the hillside and across the valley. Driving was not a problem in this area of Italy and the property has on-site secured parking. The town of Alba is just a few minute drive away. La Morra is close by which had a nice wine tasting on the weekend of the Barola 2015 vintage. (Gianni's suggestion on a rainy day.) We have rented many properties in the past, and this is the only one where we left feeling that we have new friends in another country. We give this property the highest recommendation possible and will gladly stay here again! Thank you for making your property available and for sharing your history with us. - April & Phil GA, USA
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fulvio R.

Fantastic experience
My wife, a friend and I just spent an unforgettable week at Hazelnut Valley. The location is very convenient as it is in the center of the Langhe offering many opportunities to explore this lovely area. From our living area and the gardens below we were treated to an amazing view of the snow capped Alps. The accommodations are very comfortable. And Gianni and Maria Vittoria were the perfect hosts anticipating all our needs and providing advise on nearby activities. All with the most friendly and warm attitudes. This is a place worth revisiting.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H., Laguna Niguel

Lovely Property and Exceptional Hosts
This is an wonderful historic property with extremely caring and gracious hosts, Gianni and Maria. The property has been in the family for five generations. The garden is beautiful, with so many fruit trees and flowers. The property also has amazing views of the hills and vineyards. We stayed in one of the upstairs apartments and loved looking out the window at the glorious views. The apartment is furnished with some lovely antiques and the bed was heavenly. We also really liked having secure private parking. Gianni is a very talented artist and has a gallery in his home. He welcomed us and we so enjoyed his work. Maria also serves gourmet breakfasts which I have no doubt are delicious. We’re not big breakfast eaters so didn’t chose this option. The owners are truly exceptional. They were so kind. They welcomed us with a bit of wine and cheese and shared useful information about the area. Most importantly they helped me when I became seriously ill and needed immediate medical care. My husband called them to find out where to go to the emergency room and they instead had their personal physician come meet us at the apartment. He examined me and gave me prescriptions. While waiting for him Maria made me tea and Gianni located the closest 24 hour pharmacy. Truly warm, caring, helpful hosts. I cannot thank them enough. Just a short walk down the street there is a spot to go for coffee or pick up some lunch. Guarene is a charming small hilltop village. We walked to a local restaurant and wine bar called Imperfetta, which was in a renovated 16th century building; the space was used as the Count’s meeting hall. The food was outstanding and very reasonably priced. I highly recommend this property. It’s beautiful and You will not find kinder hosts. Thank you Gianni and Maria for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Excellent
It's a great place. Maria and Gianni are amazing hosts. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessie B.

Peaceful and Beautiful, Great Hosts and Location!
We stayed with Gianni and Maria Vittoria in October for a week. We very much enjoyed our stay, great apartment with amenities, excellent location for venturing to Alba, Barolo, Barbaresco and other small towns in the area. The location is very private with private parking, and the town of Guarene is small and quiet with a couple of nice places to get coffee and the Castle of Guarene for drinks, spa day, or dinner. The apartment is quiet at night with a beautiful garden to enjoy in the days. Above all, Gianni and Maria Vittoria's hospitality made our trip very special. They gave us lots of advice on, and helped us to book, restaurants in the area. We did a wine tour with Gianni that was one of the highlights of our trip! They were so gracious and welcoming and did everything they could to make our stay amazing. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence J.

The best of Alba
From the moment we arrived to the moment we left we were treated like family. The accommodations were lovely and spacious and the breakfasts were delicious and plentiful. We also hired the owner to take us wine tasting and he knew the best wineries in the area. We highly recommended this property for a night or a month's stay. We are planning to return. L. Johnson
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Erika F.

Charming and beautiful vacation spot, gracious hosts!
My family and I recently stayed at the apartment as a way to see Piedmont. None of us had ever been to the area before and Maria was exceptionally helpful in setting up numerous wine tastings and restaurant reservations for us. While we had an idea of some of the places we wanted to visit, the restaurants that Maria and Gianni recommended were incredible, and I'm not sure we would have found them on our own. Our hosts were very friendly and did everything they could to make sure we had a great trip. We had a lovely apertif with them on our first day in their garden and were invited to view some of Gianni's art in his home studio. The apartment was a perfect home base for seeing Barolo, Alba and Barbaresco but we could also enjoy a night in when we pleased. We certainly will be staying again next time we are in the area, thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Stephan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lohnenswerter Aufenthalt
Unterkunft und Umgebung sehr zu empfehlen!!! Sehr gastfreundliche Familie. Einziger Wehrmutstropfen: Die Küche, nichts für Leute die kochen wollen. Passt gar nicht zur sonst noblen Gesamteinrichtung der Anlage.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Agnès S.

Superbe
Un appartement aménagé avec goût dans une très belle demeure. Joli parc avec noisetiers, figuiers etc. Vue panoramique. Accueil très sympathique des propriétaires
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Sehr iebevolle und fürsorgliche Vermieter
Für die Erkundung des Piermonts optimale Lage, sehr hilfreiche Tipps von unseren reizenden Vermietern. Kann man empfehlen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Werner S.

Perfekte Ferien einer Familie mit Eltern, Großeltern und 8 Monate altem Baby
Die Woche bei Maria-Vittoria und Gianni Gaschino ging viel zu schnell vorbei. Die Herzlichkeit und Aufmerksamkeit der Gastgeber war überall zu spüren und wunderbar. Wir sind als Fremde gekommen und als Freunde gegangen. Kann man nur weiter empfehlen. Werner Stahl mit Familie im August 2017
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lejo V.

A Perfect Stay
In september 2016 we stayed for seven nights at Hazelnut Valley. We really liked the appartment we stayed in. It was a bright, spacious and stylish furnished appartment. Situated in the quite peaceful little village of Guarene it was a good starting point for exploring the surroundings. The property has also a big and fine garden where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful view. For the owners, Maria and Gianni; they were very friendly and thoughtful. Thinking about bringing your restaurantguide?; don't. Maria and Gianni have lots of good restaurant and other tips( wine tasting at Paola Massa!) Overall we can recommend Hazelnut Valley and hope to visit it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016