Italian Real Estate - Piedmont Property

Large Antique Farm House with Potential for a B&B

Near Asti

The Situation : The property is located in the heart of the South Piedmontese wine country, only a short distance from Asti, Nizza Monferrato and the motorway. It is positioned in the centre of a charming small town, on the main square next to the town hall - the Municipio. There are good shopping facilities, wine bars and cafés in the locality. The property itself faces south and enjoys a very sunny position. The motorway can be reached in about 10 minutes.

The House: the impressive L-shaped brick house is about 250 years old, and has a plastered exterior and a large portico. It is built in the style of a traditional cascina, in which the living and working areas are under one roof. This makes architectural and functional changes quite straightforward. The house features traditional vaulted brick ceilings throughout, the roof is tiled alla Marsigliese and some rooms still have the original "cotto" floor tiles. The house has not been occupied for some time and is in need of renovation. Due to its excellent location it is perfectly suited for conversion into a B&B or a guesthouse.

Accommodation

Ground floor: On the ground floor there are 2 large rooms formerly used as a kitchen, three further spacious rooms, a large cantina/winecellar, and a stable.

Upstairs: There are currently a total of ten spacious bedrooms, facing South and overlooking the large courtyard. Above the stable is a hayloft, providing ample space for further bedrooms and bathrooms.

Outside: The property is surrounded by a brick wall, and a cast-iron gate leads to a spacious, south-facing courtyard that provides parking for several cars. Attached to the house is a huge portico, through which there is access to a back yard which offers great potential for the creation of a garden area with a pool.

Services: Mains water, mains gas and mains electricity.

Sporting facilities: There are a number of golf-courses in Southern Piedmont. The one nearby, Margara near Felizzano can be reached by car in 20 minutes. Horse riding is also very popular, and there are good riding facilities in the area. The nearest Tennis courts can be found in Nizza Monferrato and Asti. The beaches of the Riviera are one hour's drive away.

Viewing: Strictly by appointment with the sole agents, Piedmont Properties.

Our opinion: this property enjoys a prime location, and offers excellent B&B or guesthouse potential.

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For price information contact us quoting reference P164.