P327: Antique House in the Historic Centre of a Medieval Hilltop Village, 2 Bedrooms, Modern Kitchen, New Bathroom, Courtyard & Small Garden, Reserved Parking
See also a P327 Picture Gallery with 20 images
Near Canelli
Approached by a quiet cobblestone street, this house enjoys a sunny and peaceful location on the south side of the medieval centro storico of a picturesque hilltop village, very conveniently located between the two lively market towns of Canelli and Nizza Monferrato. The impressive castle behind the house is a landmark visible for miles around: during the summer months concerts and art exhibitions are held in its walled gardens. A short walk from the house is a pleasant restaurant serving traditional Piedmontese cuisine.
Canelli and Nizza Monferrato - both with very good shopping facilities, hotels, restaurants, coffee and wine bars, schools and hospitals - can each be reached by car within ten minutes. Day-to-day shopping facilities, restaurants and bars can also be found in the lower part of the village, only a two minute drive away. In the direction of Alessandria the motorway/freeway/autostrada can be reached by car in 20 minutes. The international airports of Milan, Turin and Genoa are a little more than an hour's drive away.
The House
The two-storey brick/stone house dates from the mid-18th century and is attached at one side to a neighbouring house. The main accommodation has been renovated and refurbished over the past 5 years and is in excellent habitable condition. There is space for creating further accommodation on the lower ground floor, and we are happy to help the buyer find a very competitively-priced geometra (surveyer/builder) to oversee any building works. We provide this service to buyers free of charge. A reserved parking space next to the house belongs to the property: it is also possible to drive into the courtyard and park further cars there if required.
Accommodation
Ground Floor: The entrance door from the quiet village road opens into a small entrance hall: from there a door leads into a spacious and sunny living room with 3 windows giving beautiful views over the Monferrato countryside. Another door from the entrance hall leads into a modern eat-in kitchen fitted with modern appliances such as a dishwasher, cooker, wash-dryer machine and fridge freezer. A door leads from the kitchen to a glazed veranda/sun room which offers lovely views over the open countryside and is used as a dining room. Outdoor stairs lead from the veranda down to the courtyard.
First Floor: Stairs lead up from the hall to a small first-floor landing with a balcony offering fine views. There are 2 spacious double bedrooms, a newly-furnished modern bathroom with a shower, WC, bidet and a wash basin. Next to the bathroom is a second WC/cloak room.
Lower Ground Floor & Grounds: Stairs lead from the veranda/sun room down to the courtyard, which is also accessible by car via a small driveway to the side of the property. On the lower ground floor, only accessible from the courtyard, are the former cantina/winecellar and another spacious room, currently used for storage. Both rooms could be converted into further accommodation if required. The courtyard enjoys a southerly aspect with lovely views and features a wooden gazebo with a sun roof, a favorite al fresco dining place during the warm months of the year. Below the courtyard, a sloping plot of overgrown land is part of the property: this could be terraced and cultivated, or it can simply be left as it is.
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 30 minutes. South Piedmont is perfect for bike riding: there are numerous small, scenic roads - mostly tarmac-surfaced - connecting the hills and villages. Horse riding is also very popular, and there are good riding facilities in the area. The nearest tennis courts can be found in Asti. The beaches of the Riviera are a one hour drive away.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents, Piedmont Properties.
Our opinion: An immediately-habitable property of great charm in a picturesque setting. This house would make an ideal all-year residence, but would also be perfect for holiday rentals.
See also a P327 Picture Gallery with 20 images
For more information contact us quoting reference P327. Please note that all quoted measurements are approximate.
