The Location
Set amidst the rolling hills of Monferrato, a UNESCO World Heritage site, this traditional cascina is located in the charming municipality of Castagnole Monferrato, province of Asti, Piedmont. This region is internationally renowned for its fine wines—such as the celebrated Ruchè and Barbera—its authentic Italian cuisine, and its scenic landscapes that attract visitors from Northern Europe and North America seeking a slower, more refined pace of life. The property combines a serene countryside atmosphere with convenient access to major cultural centers and airports, making it ideal both as a second home and as a hospitality or rental investment.
The Property
The residence spans a total of 1,700 m², including 291 m² of living space distributed across three levels, complemented by 66 m² of accessory areas with a double garage, a portico, and an additional annexed room. The surrounding 1,100 m² of external space includes a 900 m² private garden, perfect for outdoor living, events, or creating a small vineyard or orchard.
The house retains authentic period features—such as original fireplaces, exposed details, and a restored artistic window—while integrating modern comforts: solar thermal panels, a Viessmann Vitodens 200 condensing boiler, and an independent sewage management system, ensuring efficient year-round living.
The Ground Floor
The ground floor welcomes you with an entrance hall leading into a spacious kitchen with a traditional fireplace and adjoining pantry. It offers a bright living room, a hallway, a double bathroom, a bedroom, a laundry/technical room, and a dual staircase with a landing. A covered portico extends the living space outdoors, ideal for hosting friends and family during warm Italian evenings.
The First Floor
Two bedrooms with fireplaces create a cozy and intimate ambiance on the first floor, connected by a double staircase with a landing that adds character and fluidity to the layout.
The Second Floor
The top floor includes a master bedroom with private bathroom and an adjoining study, offering a quiet retreat with views of the Piedmontese hills—ideal for working remotely or enjoying moments of relaxation.
Available Units
The property is sold as one independent estate, ensuring full privacy and exclusive use of its interior and exterior spaces.
Main Features
Land surface: 1,100 m²
Living surface: 291 m²
Accessory buildings: 66 m² including double garage and independent portico
Floors: 3
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Garage: Double garage included
Heating: Radiators with Viessmann Vitodens 200 condensing boiler, powered by GPL with 3,000 L underground tank
Sewage: Independent, compliant system with degreaser, Imhoff separator, and soakaway
Why Buy It
This property offers the chance to embrace the authentic Italian lifestyle in one of the most charming regions of northern Italy. The Monferrato hills are becoming increasingly popular among international buyers from Scandinavia, Germany, the UK, and the United States, thanks to their strategic location between Milan, Turin, and the Ligurian coast, their renowned wine culture, and their potential for high-end vacation rentals or boutique hospitality projects. This cascina combines rustic elegance with modern amenities, making it perfect both for private use and as an investment to generate income through the growing market of foreign tourism.
Distances
Asti: 11 km
Alba: 38 km
Alessandria: 46 km
Turin: 64 km
Milan: 125 km
Genoa Airport: 119 km
Turin Caselle Airport: 94 km
Milan Malpensa Airport: 149 km
