Rocchetta Belbo, Piedmont 12050

Set in the hill landscape of the High Langhe of Alba, at less than 30 kms from the Langhe wine countrys main town, an enchanting residence with unforgettable charm. The property consists of a main house which contains the propertys habitable section, an outbuilding and a tool shed as well as almost 6 hectares (14 acres) of land. The property is accessed on a private paved road. The entrance to the house is through a verandah from where one can admire the unique landscape of the hills of the High Langhe. Through a French door followed for safety reasons by a second wooden door one enters the houses live-in kitchen with its typical ceiling vaults and a graceful, functioning fireplace. An ancient arched door of which there are several in the entire house leads to a dining room which is currently used as a study and further into a spacious living room with a fireplace and French doors opening onto a spectacular viewing balcony. The first floor contains three bedrooms, a balcony, two bedrooms and a laundry room. The basement features a workshop, a room and a wood store room. Many of the houses traditional architectural features add to its rural, almost enchanted feel. The outdoor spaces that surround the house have been arranged to harmonize with the homes interiors and its outdoor fixtures like the wrought-iron gazebo present in the garden. The outbuildings stone masonry is in perfect harmony with the propertys character. The dependances guest accommodation consists of a bedroom, a daytime living area a kitchen nook and a bathroom. Like the house, it enjoys spectacular hill landscape views.