Canelli, Asti, Piedmont, Italy

Immersed in the hills of Canelli, in the heart of the Unesco territory, a few hundred metres from the Gancia Castle, this property enjoys an enviable panoramic position in the midst of vineyards, while being only 5 minutes from the town centre. It is composed of 3 portions joined together but totally independent that overlook a courtyard of approximately 600 square metres. This situation allows for multiple uses, either as a large manor house or as a resort consisting of several flats. The oldest portion of the property, which was once connected to the adjacent church as a convent, needs renovation. The remaining portions inhabited by the current owners express in many details the care with which the renovation was conducted. The first underwent a radical intervention in 2007 with a total overhaul of all the systems and the roof, which was insulated. The choice of materials reveals a balance between elements of charm and tradition, such as the wooden beams in the living room and sleeping area and modern aspects such as the elegant stainless steel staircase, the practical porcelain stoneware floors, and the refined bathroom panelling. The large eat-in kitchen is particularly bright, while on the attic floor a small mezzanine leads to 2 bedrooms and a spacious bathroom. On the ground floor a storage room and a cellar complete this part of the property. The second portion was completely rebuilt at the end of the 1990s with a complete overhaul of all installations and the roof. On the ground floor a generously sized living room/kitchen overlooks a porch that allows outdoor dining for much of the year. A spacious bathroom and laundry room complete the ground floor. An elegant wood and steel staircase leads to the first floor where the sleeping area consists of 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. On the ground floor 2 cellar rooms complete this portion of the property.