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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Exterior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

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Castino, Provincia di Cuneo, Piemonte
  • Place, Mulino Marino
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Parrocchia S. Pantaleo
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Contratto Winery
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cuneo (CUF-Levaldigi)
    ‪81 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location

Food and winelovers, as well as families and friends will enjoy the beautiful historical property Casa Annunziata set in the heart of the Langhe Hills of Piemonte. The house has been extensively refurbished with a large modern kitchen and 4 bathrooms. The charming authentic old character has been kept with the numerous fireplaces and original visible stone walls. The big family dining room is situated right beside the fully equipped modern kitchen with direct access to the lovely garden. The kitchen door leads to a shaded patio with dinning area. The second spacious and vaulted family room on the first floor has direct access to a sunny veranda and offers spectacular views due to large floor to ceiling windows. At the center of the house is the cozy family room with a large open fireplace from the 16th century. From this area the 5 double bedrooms (1 with an additional double sofa bed and one with an additional futon on the mezzanine) can be reached through a central staircase, as well as three of the four bathrooms. Around the house and in the spacious terraced garden diverse sitting and relaxing areas partially shaded can be found. From the beautiful large swimming pool 11m x 7m the most spectacular views over the valley can be enjoyed. The house is only a 20 minutes walk or 3 minutes drive to the village of Castino which boasts a typical Piedmontese Pizzeria, a deli specialised in fresh pasta, a grocery store, a post office a typical "tabaccaio", a coffee bar and an outdoor shop where you can rent bikes and also guided bike tours.
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Patrone Winery. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym and laundry facilities. The villa offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • The villa offers a private pool, a kitchen and a washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • 10 minutes by car from Parrocchia S. Pantaleo and 10 minutes from Chiesa Pieve di Santa Maria
Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location.

This Castino villa is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 3,122 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

- We remind our guests to always watch children and non swimmers. Using the deep pool and the property is on your own risk. No smoking in the house!

- Please don't drive with your car inside the property on the gravel area. There is a water tank below. You can easily park right beside the property.

-You are responsible for all damage to property caused by you or your party. We recommend accidental damage protection. Deposit could be insufficient.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Pool so children should always be supervised

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number IT004057C2QQGGKI69, 00405700007

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Charming Villa, large heated pool, wonderful views, peaceful location Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very helpful! Ann was wonderful. The villa was beautiful, comfortable, and everything our guests needed. We loved our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, excellent pool, gardens, kitchen and bedrooms. Very remote and quiet, exactly what we were looking for. Fabulous tiny tiny town, lovely local people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was simply wonderful! Paradise in Piedmont. The villa was well equipped, comfortable with plenty of room for all. Joseph and Ann served us the most amazing gourmet dinner with wine. It was a glorious stay in Paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sohail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elegant villa with all the amenities of home

Annette’s villa is in a beautiful location overlooking a valley below. The rooms are very comfortable, the kitchen is supplied with all of the amenities to enjoy home cooked meals, and the grounds and pool are terrific to enjoy. Would highly recommend the meals prepared by Ann (the caretaker). We had a wonderful time and would surely return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Norm R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Castino!

Great place to headquarter out of!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place for a big family holiday

Wonderful and spacious house with very well equipped kitchen and large and comfortable bedrooms. Terrific mountain view, perfect outdoor areas and a superb pool. Nice short walk to Castino, a charming small town with most of what you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home with spectacular views

Annette was very responsive and the house had all of the amenities promised. Stunning views and a perfect place for a large family gathering- lots of large rooms for together time and private spaces for alone time.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A peaceful retreat in beautiful Castino

While the pictures of the property are breathtaking, they do no justice to reality. Everything was beyond expectations and our time in Castino was magical. The property owner and on local manager ensured everything was in order and made our stay totally comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Farmhouse luxury.

Awesome views, great building with such character, lots of walks then hit the pool. Well equipped kitchen to make great meals. Very quiet. Dinner option with Ann & Joseph was fantastic. Recommend highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place for family celebrations

The property is beautiful and spacious for our group of 8. The views are lovely. The kitchen is well equipped and the property manager couldn’t have been more helpful. Because it is very rural, there are limited places to eat and grocery shop nearby. The main restaurant was shut for the next 4 months as was the local pasta shop. The down side is that we had to drive a lot. However the lanscape Is stunning
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa

Lovely villa with great views. Loved the fact it was so old. The pool was perfect for our grandchildren too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

J.S. B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An impressive and authentic family home with a beautiful garden, where you can spend hours in complete privacy. We stayed there with two families and children aged between 5 and 15. There's a lovely swimming pool where you can have lots of fun, beautiful spacious bedrooms with separate bathrooms, and a beautiful view of the surroundings. A charming village with a forno and a bar is within walking distance. The charming towns of Acqui Therme, Nieve, and Alba are easily accessible by car. More experienced cyclists will enjoy the beautiful cycling routes over hills and through vineyards. Unfortunately, the restaurant within walking distance was closed all week. One evening, we enjoyed dinner with Ann and her husband in the garden. The food and drinks were delicious.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Åsa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house

Fantastic property managers. We had two dinners with vine and food. We recommend strongly to book this. Ann and Joseph were the best. The house, garden and poolarea was very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hans b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, rural but not far from Alba

Lovely house, well-equipped and easily accommodating 10-12p. Ideal for 3 fams as the rooms on levels 1 and 2 have opposite bedrooms. Great pool on a nice 3-level garden with more than enough space. On the mezzanine level a fine terrass overlooking the hilly environment. We would certainly recommend the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were staying with a group of very good friends. The house was great with beautiful views to the north. Castino is 30 minutes away from most of the places to see in the area. So we spent mornings traveling out to sightsee and evenings hanging around the villa cooking, drinking wine and telling stories. Joseph and Anne made us dinner one evening and it was an exceptional four-course meal. The kitchen is very well stocked with respect to utensils and tools for cooking. We also used the charcoal grill for cooking. The pool had been closed for the winter season, so we couldn't access it. We did go into Castino one evening for pizza at Momito's. The pizza was very good and the place was packed when we left. Unfortunately, the other restaurant in town seems to have closed. We did not venture out to nearby villages for meals. Overall the trip was wonderful, the villa suited our needs well and interaction with Anne was easy. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your house.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Italian getaway

Excellent property in a great quiet rural location but only 10 mins walk from Castino with its cafe/bar, deli and pasta shop. Perfect for a relaxing getaway with our family and friends. Lots to see in the area - we only scratched the surface. Pool was lovely and much enjoyed, and a real bonus in the summer heat. Communications with Annette and Ann were excellent, and we were made to feel very welcome - with recommendations for places to visit and eat. A real highlight was the evening meal cooked by Joseph and Ann - which was delicious and highly recommended. A fantastic holiday enjoyed by all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Countryside Bliss

Beautifully presented casa with multiple outdoor seating areas. Fabulous kitchen for cooks. Easy walk to village through hazelnut groves - vlllage has limited but OK cafe choices. The highlight for us was Ann and Joseph who prepared such a wonderful banquet and wine on our second night we had to ask them back for an encore ! Lovely people and nothing was too much trouble. Thoroughly recommend as a sanctuary in Piedmontese countryside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Italian Getaway

Great house with an amazing view. Only “drawback” is it is slightly secluded. 15 minute drive to the grocery store. But that is also it’s charm, just be aware. We had 7 adults and the house worked perfectly for us. We took advantage of having Ann and her husband cook for us while there. Incredible meal! More than worth it. Highly recommend this amazing house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Piedmont Perfection

We just completed a week stay at Casa Annunziata in Castino. Despite unfavorable weather, we all enjoyed out stay. We were three couples so each couple had their own bathroom plus the use of the new bathroom with tub. The kitchen is well stocked which meant we were able to prepare meals although we did dine out frequently. Be sure to check out the distances to the famous hill towns. Castino is on a ridge one mountain away from the vineyard towns so there is a lot of going up and down mountains which we didn’t mind except when we had to deal with fog. We have already recommended the house to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a very disappointing rental. First thing is that the directions to the location required considerable assistance to find the right location as the address listed does not take you to the right place. Further - lots of bees flies and bugs which require the use of very fragile screens for the windows and doors. The host do know it’s an issue as the property manager made a point to address this fragility in check in. After that - we were still charged nearly 10% of our rental cost to repair a screen which we never noticed or considered to be damaged nor had any opportunity to address. We did our walk through at the end of the rental and did not notice or register any anomalies yet we’re still charged based on their verbal claim. Lastly - the lower bedroom and bathroom have a significant moisture problem and smell of must. Dehumidifier has to run constantly and does not address the issue. Nice location but I would not recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Fantastic Holiday

We can't say anything but positive feedback about this gorgeous home. We arrived late in the evening and our hosts had kindly left us some food and drinks that we had requested as we knew we would be arriving late. We were absolutely blown away by the location of the house, surrounded by beautiful hazelnut groves. A lovely stroll through these takes you to the local village, where you will meet some of the most lovely people, kind and helpful in every way. The local restaurants are also really good. The house itself is just everything you could as for. We'll equipped in every way, from games, books and dvds for all ages, to everything else you could imagine, pool inflatables, bikes, outdoor games. Our lovely hosts Ann and Joseph cooked us the most amazing meal on our second night there, providing us with local wines that we just loved. Ann was always on hand to answer any questions we had and honestly we couldn't have asked for any more. I thoroughly reccommend this home to anyone, my daughter loved the pool and spent most days in there! Thank you again and we hope to return soon!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Experience

Our group of 8 thoroughly enjoyed our stay and certainly would highly recommend. The house & pool area were a needed recluse after a week in busy cities to the south. Highlight was a fantastic six-course meal with wine pairings prepared by Ann and Joseph! This made a "big" birthday even more special. Also, I would recommend using their wine service as well. After a couple of e-mails with Joseph about what kind of wine we liked, we arrived at the and were greeted with all of the wine we ordered, which would have been impossible to duplicate from a store or wineries. Our group likes to cook and we were very happy with the kitchen and amenities. We enjoyed the stroll through hazelnut orchards to the village of Castino (do it at night and catch the fireflies!), where we visited the deli, coffee shop and yes, the ATM! Also caught an interesting match of fistball one night against another village in a street next to Santa Margherita. Overall fantastic experience and a great base camp to explore Alba, Barolo, Barbaresco and other small Langhe towns, as well as the Italian Riviera.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel T.

Just Wonderful

We have just had our second wonderful family holiday here. We first stayed in 2015 and loved it. Then we thought it could not be bettered but we were wrong. The new owners have lovingly improved many things. The house is roomy, really well equipped and very comfortable. The large well kept garden is great for children. The pool is by far the best we have had at any of the many houses we have rented over the years. The pool area has been beautifully upgraded with a safe non slip stone terrace and some welcome shade from a pergola. Real highlights (as in 2015) were the two Sunday lunches cooked and served to us on a shaded garden terrace by the wonderful Ann and Joseph Stefani. Eight different plates each Sunday, from antipasti to dolci with five different wines to accompany the food. They are lovely people and the food and wine were excellent. Their local knowledge was also a real benefit when exploring the area. As a family of three generations it can be hard to find a place that suits us all. This really did. I hope it will not be our last visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Italian holiday!

Our family (six adults) spent two wonderful weeks at Casa Annunziata recently. Like other reviewers we found the house was very clean and comfortable with several alfresco eating areas and an excellent outdoor pool area that we took full advantage of. After we ignored the directions provided (don’t use google maps!) Ann, the property manager patiently guided us to the house - literally stayed on the phone and gave us bend by bend instructions, and then provided a comprehensive intro to the house and grounds. We had requested some food and wine be purchased for our first evening and as a result there was great quality food and wine waiting (special thanks for the wine, Joseph!) We really appreciated the tranquility of the house location amongst the hazelnut groves and it’s proximity to historic Castino with lovely local walks nearby. Also appreciated the recommendations about local markets, restaurants, wine tastings etc. Of particular note were visits to Barolo, la Morra and Cortemelia - don’t miss la Corte de Cannobia for the best hazelnuts and icecream! and local visits to Francesco Scanavino and the Camo Museo a Cielo. Like previous guests we highly recommend the home dining service provided by Ann and Joseph which was a real qhighlight of our holiday. Many thanks Annette for sharing your property!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Classy, interesting property with warm management

Our group of 3 couples and 1 single stayed at the villa for 5 nights. The bedrooms are all larger than average; it is an older house with historic charm, and updated throughout. Most windows had screens, except for one of the top floor bedrooms; mosquitos were in abundance, so we had to be careful. Guests reported they were comfortable in the space, but the beds / matresses were hard. Ann, the house manager, and her husband Joseph, were so kind and thoughtful about everything. We took advantage of Joseph's amazing culinary skills (really, quite good!) for two amazing meals with wine pairings. So much better to do this at home. We enjoyed the 15 minutes walk through the hazelnut orchard to the local village, and getting a bite from the nice pizza place the first night. Tiny town, but this little restaurant is actually quite on top of things. VRBO has an annoying feature that makes it so even if the place you choose has room for 12, and you say you're bringing 8, if you change to say you're bringing 7 that incurs a change fee - a backhanded way of making a few extra euro, that only tarnish's the brand. Otherwise, we'd recommend the house - the pool area is lovely, too, but the water will likely be cold unless you're there in the hot summer or pay extra to have the heater on. Thanks again to Ann and Joseph for their kind hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022