950,000 €
9 bedrooms country house, 600 m² Fontanile, Asti (province) Montferrat
Montferrat
Main Features
Description
HISTORIC FARMHOUSE IN THE HEART OF THE MONFERRATO - UNESCO
In a dominant hillside position, immersed in one of the most iconic landscapes of Piedmont, this important property is located in the heart of the Monferrato hills, recognised by UNESCO for their extraordinary landscape value and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
Surrounded by vineyards, woods and large green spaces, the estate enjoys great privacy and a splendid view of the surrounding landscape. The property comprises a historic residence of over 600 sq m, a large park and 8 hectares of land, of which 3.5 hectares are planted with vineyard.
The house dates back to the early 20th century, built at the request of an astronomer, who chose this particular point on the hill for the exceptional weather conditions. The characteristic air currents of the area contribute to keeping the sky particularly clear and the area often free from fog, creating ideal conditions for star observation and conferring a unique charm to the place.
Access to the property is through a precious 18th-century wrought iron gate. A long private driveway then develops through the greenery until it reaches the park and the residence, completely protected and private.
Importantly renovated in the 1990s, the house fully retains the character of the great Piedmontese country houses. Exposed brick, terracotta, Luserna stone, wooden beams, wrought iron, arches, vaults and numerous fireplaces punctuate the rooms and emphasise their authenticity. Large windows and suggestive arched stained-glass windows create a continuous relationship between the interiors and the landscape, with views of the garden, the swimming pool and the hills.
On the ground floor, an elegant entrance hall leads to the living room with fireplace and the dining room. The kitchen opens directly onto the garden. On the same level there is a large tavern with stone fireplace and billiards area, a bathroom and a characteristic porch equipped with wood-burning oven, sink, toilets and laundry room. Completing the floor is an independent technical room and a garage.
The first floor, characterised by vaulted ceilings, houses a large living room-study with fireplace and large arched windows overlooking the garden and the swimming pool. The sleeping area comprises seven bedrooms, three of which have a private fireplace, and three bathrooms.
The upper floor, with a suggestive exposed wooden roof, welcomes a large suite with parquet flooring, private bathroom and fireplace, a guest room with bathroom and a further living room overlooking the study below.
Finally, on the basement floor, there is a characteristic cellar with niches in exposed brick, perfectly in line with the winemaking vocation of the estate.
The property extends over 8 hectares of land, divided between vineyards of Barbera, Cortese, Moscato and Brachetto, groves, ornamental and fruit trees. A swimming pool is set in the park, in a secluded and perfectly integrated position in the greenery.
The estate also has two spring water wells and an underground cistern for collecting rainwater.
A property of rare atmosphere, where history, landscape and tradition meet in one of the most fascinating territories of Piedmont. The location in the UNESCO Monferrato wine landscape, the size of the land and the size of the residence make it particularly suitable both as a prestigious private residence, and as a representative home or high-level hospitality and winemaking enhancement project.
In a dominant hillside position, immersed in one of the most iconic landscapes of Piedmont, this important property is located in the heart of the Monferrato hills, recognised by UNESCO for their extraordinary landscape value and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
Surrounded by vineyards, woods and large green spaces, the estate enjoys great privacy and a splendid view of the surrounding landscape. The property comprises a historic residence of over 600 sq m, a large park and 8 hectares of land, of which 3.5 hectares are planted with vineyard.
The house dates back to the early 20th century, built at the request of an astronomer, who chose this particular point on the hill for the exceptional weather conditions. The characteristic air currents of the area contribute to keeping the sky particularly clear and the area often free from fog, creating ideal conditions for star observation and conferring a unique charm to the place.
Access to the property is through a precious 18th-century wrought iron gate. A long private driveway then develops through the greenery until it reaches the park and the residence, completely protected and private.
Importantly renovated in the 1990s, the house fully retains the character of the great Piedmontese country houses. Exposed brick, terracotta, Luserna stone, wooden beams, wrought iron, arches, vaults and numerous fireplaces punctuate the rooms and emphasise their authenticity. Large windows and suggestive arched stained-glass windows create a continuous relationship between the interiors and the landscape, with views of the garden, the swimming pool and the hills.
On the ground floor, an elegant entrance hall leads to the living room with fireplace and the dining room. The kitchen opens directly onto the garden. On the same level there is a large tavern with stone fireplace and billiards area, a bathroom and a characteristic porch equipped with wood-burning oven, sink, toilets and laundry room. Completing the floor is an independent technical room and a garage.
The first floor, characterised by vaulted ceilings, houses a large living room-study with fireplace and large arched windows overlooking the garden and the swimming pool. The sleeping area comprises seven bedrooms, three of which have a private fireplace, and three bathrooms.
The upper floor, with a suggestive exposed wooden roof, welcomes a large suite with parquet flooring, private bathroom and fireplace, a guest room with bathroom and a further living room overlooking the study below.
Finally, on the basement floor, there is a characteristic cellar with niches in exposed brick, perfectly in line with the winemaking vocation of the estate.
The property extends over 8 hectares of land, divided between vineyards of Barbera, Cortese, Moscato and Brachetto, groves, ornamental and fruit trees. A swimming pool is set in the park, in a secluded and perfectly integrated position in the greenery.
The estate also has two spring water wells and an underground cistern for collecting rainwater.
A property of rare atmosphere, where history, landscape and tradition meet in one of the most fascinating territories of Piedmont. The location in the UNESCO Monferrato wine landscape, the size of the land and the size of the residence make it particularly suitable both as a prestigious private residence, and as a representative home or high-level hospitality and winemaking enhancement project.
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Details
- Property Type
- Country house
- Condition
- Completely restored/Habitable
- Living area
- 600 m²
- Bedrooms
- 9
- Bathrooms
- 7
- Land
- 8 ha
- Energy Efficiency Rating
- Reference
- H328
Distance from:
Distances are calculated in a straight line
- Airports
51.0 km - Genova GOA - Cristoforo Colombo
66.0 km - Cuneo CUF - Di Levaldigi
77.0 km - Torino TRN - Caselle
100.0 km - Milano MXP - Malpensa
- Highway exit
- 17.1 km
- Hospital
- 4.7 km - Ospedale Santo Spirito
- Coast
- 44.4 km
- Ski resort
- 42.7 km
What’s around this property
- Shops
1.3 km - Convenience shop - Market
4.0 km - Supermarket - Penny Market
9.1 km - Greengrocery - Sapori di campagna - Frutta e verdura
9.2 km - Butcher shop - Cooperativa Macelleria
- Eating out
1.2 km - Bar - Barzotto
3.7 km - Cafe - Proloco Il Circolo
4.0 km - Restaurant - Alla Locanda
4.8 km - Pub - Capo Nord
- Sports activities
4.5 km - Sport centre
9.0 km - Golf club - Golf Club Le Colline
12.3 km - Gym - Palestra e piscina
14.4 km - Horse riding
- Schools
4.5 km - School - Istituto d’istruzione superiore Nicola Pellati
22.9 km - University - Polo univeritario Asti Studi Superiori
24.4 km - Higher education institution - Palazzo Cuttica
- Pharmacy
- 4.0 km - Pharmacy
- Veterinary
- 9.5 km - Veterinary - Ambulatorio Veterinario Acquese Di Amoruso Sergio e Pellegrini Raffaella
Information about Fontanile
- Elevation
- 276 m a.s.l.
- Total area
- 8.1176 km²
- Landform
- Inland hill
- Population
- 470
Contact Agent
Piedmont Houses
Via Matteotti, 23, Bergamasco, Alessandria
+39 329 2177528
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