Villa Barbaresco Italy

Named after one of the best known grapes of the Piedmont wine region, Villa Barbaresco offers stylish accommodation in a stunning setting surrounded by endless vineyard views and the glorious landscapes of the Langhe hills.
Set in a borgo of four charming villas and a heated swimming pool, Villa Barbaresco is tucked in the corner with a lovely garden and gorgeous covered terrace perfect for al-fresco dining on warm evenings. Whatever the time of year, take advantage of the chef who can be hired to prepare delicious meals using some of the finest local ingredients of this gastronomic region.
French doors lead to a spacious dining room with a romantic fireplace and an inviting living area for resting with a glass of Barbaresco wine. The designer kitchen is good enough for a chef with its high-end equipment whilst the impressive temperature-controlled wine cabinet stands proudly with a selection of drinks from the estate’s world-class winery. With a second lounge upstairs, there’s a refined yet relaxed ambience across this wonderful home.
Natural light pours in from the windows and two of the four pretty bedrooms feature balconies. The bathrooms are beautiful, there are even vineyard views from one of the showers, whilst exquisite attention to detail can be found across the home’s décor and furnishings.
Sit out on your patio gazing down the carefully tended garden towards the heated swimming pool which is shared amongst the four villas. Enjoy chef-prepared barbecues or take a picnic into the vineyards, wandering past lavender and hazelnut groves as you walk through the amazing estate.
Discover nearby restaurants and wineries, some within walking distance, and savour Piedmont’s delectable cuisine such as home-made tajarin pasta, Piemontese beef and hazelnut-based desserts, paired of course with wines from the Langhe, Roero or Monferrato hills. Discover more regional produce at Farmer’s markets dotted around local villages and towns or sample some famous white truffles whilst dining in the exquisite town of Alba, only 9km away.
The borgo’s concierge is ready to assist you with winery visits, cookery classes, autumnal truffle hunting or guided hikes as well as creating tailor-made activities to suit you and your friends or family. The level of service here is second to none, just another attraction of this unique holiday home – the perfect base to experience this magnificent and alluring region. Experience the beautiful wine-region of Piedmont whilst staying at Villa Barbaresco, part of a borgo with three other houses and set in a wine estate with incredible vineyard views, just 9km from Alba.
You can go for walks through the glorious estate, passing vineyards, summer lavender and hazelnut groves, reaching as high as 300m in altitude. World-class wines are produced from these vines – guests can visit the owner’s winery for a tour if they wish, located around a 45-minute drive away.
There are a number of traditional restaurants and local wineries close by, including in the nearest village which is around 2km away – it’s possible to walk there in under half an hour if you don’t mind the hills. A little further by car you will find a grocery store and pharmacy just 5km away, as well as some delightful Farmer’s markets in villages and towns such as Gallo (6km), La Morra (6km), Alba (9km) and Bra (11km).
One of the main reasons visitors are attracted to this captivating region is its wine – this area produces the most DOCG (the highest quality in Italy) wines in the country. The borgo’s concierge can help arrange winery and vineyard visits – many of the excellent wineries are family-run and fairly small so appointments are usually necessary (book well in advance during the autumn harvest and Alba’s truffle fair). Look out for wineries producing not just the Barbaresco and Barolo labels from the surrounding Langhe hills but also lesser-known wines around Monferrato and Roero.  
The wonderful gastronomy of this region is another great draw whether you prefer to make the most of a private chef in your villa, dine in a local osteria or book ahead to one of the Michelin starred establishments that can be found around Alba and its surrounding villages. It’s not just Alba’s white truffles that will appear on menus but also home-made tajarin or agnolotti pasta, hazelnut based dishes, marinated veal, Piemontese beef and some wonderful regional cheeses.
Take time to savour your meals – after all, this is where the slow-cooking movement originated from. Indeed, there’s a relaxed pace of life across this part of Italy – shops tend to close early afternoon, a perfect time for a hike through the vineyards with a picnic or a cycle ride through the stunning countryside. There are many medieval villages and towns to discover, museums to visit, castles to admire and outdoor activities to enjoy.
This is also a great base for spending the day in Turin, the first capital of Italy and now a great city that changed so much in preparation for the Winter Olympics in 2006. There’s a vibrant cultural scene as well as many excellent restaurants and markets, not to mention historic sights and its picturesque riverside setting. At Excellence Luxury Villaswe pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the
concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning – Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting / childcare services
Extras included at this property:
– Welcome pack on arrival- Concierge service
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
– Private chef- Cooking courses- Wine-tastings and vineyard visits- Truffle hunting – Transfers / private driver- Vespa rental- Cheese or chocolate tastings- Hot air balloon rides- Guided hikes- Guided excursions and tours
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!