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Two imposing houses set round an enclosed courtyard in ancient hill-top village

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Large terrace with views to the castello and over the valley to the mountains
Romeo in the sun
'Juliet' in the sunset
Uniquely shaped pool alongside the terrace with stunning views towards Mon Viso,
Romeo on one side of the courtyard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Orsara Bormida, Provincia di Alessandria
  • Place, La Guardia - Cantina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Villa Delfini
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Marenco Vini
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Genoa (GOA-Cristoforo Colombo)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

'Juliet' Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

'Juliet' Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

'Juliet' Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

'Romeo' Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

'Romeo' Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Two imposing houses set round an enclosed courtyard in ancient hill-top village

A lovingly restored pair of large stone houses (Romeo & Juliet) with staggering views over the Bormida valley to the mountains. Ideal for lovers of local Italian food fresh from the market, and the wonderful-value local Piedmont wines. Ideal for sitting out on the vast terrace sipping a Negroni or cooling off in the plunge pool. Plenty of space to relax and enjoy meals together. Great for family get-togethers.
The rental rate of 3000 Euros per week is for up to 10 guests in all rooms (4 Double, 1 Twin) in both houses. We only accept bookings from Saturday to Saturday. For up to 4 guests, you can rent Romeo only (One double, one twin) but still have exclusive use of the property, at a special rate of €2000 a week.
As we are fairly new to this website, and I'm hopeless at chivvying reviews, as yet there is only one review but if you google 'Sawdays' and put 'Orsara Bormida' in the search box, you can read plenty.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Courtyard has railings, pool unsafe for toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Well-behaved please. Not allowed in bedrooms
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2247825vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Orsara Bormida

Located in Orsara Bormida, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Gipsoteca Giulio Monteverde and Sug@r(T)_house Figli di Pinin Pero are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Piscine di Acqui Terme and Società Agricola Roccabianca Biologica. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Orsara Bormida, Provincia di Alessandria

What's nearby

  • La Guardia - Cantina - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Villa Delfini - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Marenco Vini - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Casa Vinicola Marenco - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Big Bench - 10 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Visone Station - 8 min drive
  • Genoa (GOA-Cristoforo Colombo) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Ristorante Vetta - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Osteria 46 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Visconti Cremeria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪L'alfiere Ristorante Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar Dandy di Laguzzi Dario - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Two imposing houses set round an enclosed courtyard in ancient hill-top village have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Two imposing houses set round an enclosed courtyard in ancient hill-top village pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Two imposing houses set round an enclosed courtyard in ancient hill-top village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two imposing houses set round an enclosed courtyard in ancient hill-top village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Two imposing houses set round an enclosed courtyard in ancient hill-top village located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Villa Delfini, La Guardia - Cantina and Marenco Vini. Casa Vinicola Marenco is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Florian G.

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

Very happy

Initially we had a hard time believing that this spectacular estate would be ours to live in for the next two weeks. But after a discovery tour through the two buildings we had understood that this was exactly what we had been looking for; a place to relax; better than we wold have ever expected. We loved the atmosphere and the environment from the start. The pool was the attraction for the kids. The outdoor lounge and courtyard are perfect to sit, discuss, play, read, and for a BBQ in the evening. We really enjoyed the walks through the wine yards nearby, the strolls through the alleys of Acqui Terme, the good restaurants; in short, all we had been looking for in Piedmont. The recommendations binder prepared by the hosts was a great guide at all times. So a big think you from a very happy family and our friends.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
We love sharing Casa degli Orsi with guests like you! You are forever welcome.

About the host

Hosted by Peter Bear

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We are painters, sculptors and writers who also adore houses and especially restoring them and giving them a new lease of life.

Why they chose this property

When we first saw the property we both immediately fell in love with it. Mind you, the two houses were in a very sorry state - two semi-ruins. But the way they were set facing each other across the courtyard with their balconies made us quickly call them Romeo and Juliet. After three years of loving restoration using local builders and local traditional craftmanship, our ugly duck has been transformed into the most marvellous swan!

What makes this property unique

Huge terrace.
Superb long views with stunning sunsets as the sun sets behind Mon Viso over 100 kilometres distant.
Great place for family meals.
Pretty unspoilt village - the real Italy.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian
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