TorreBarolo is one of a kind! It is a renovated 19th century tower in historic Barolo village, which is in the heart of the Langhe Valley. You are truly spoiled for choice with all the wineries, restaurants and wine shops you can walk to from TorreBarolo. As it is a tower, please note you must use stairs to go between the different floors, however, it is worth it as you get amazing views and privacy as you enjoy 360 degree views of the village and surrounding hills from the magnificent roof top terrace. In 2014, the Langhe was appointed a UNESCO Heritage location and Barolo is the perfect location to tour many of the most scenic and noteworthy wine producing hill top towns such as La Morra and Monforte D'Alba. Alba is a 15 min drive and there you can enjoy walking down the charming cobble stone pedestrian streets discovering unique stores and coffee bars or dining in a Michelin star restaurants. At the end of the day, head back to the roof terrace to sip some wine and slice up the local salumi and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the area. The property offers you 3 levels of living space and stone stairs must be climbed to go between each of the 3 levels. If you are not comfortable climbing stairs, this might not be the right property for you. NB: The only bathrooms are ensuite to the bedrooms and located one floor below the living room/kitchen. There is no washer/dryer at the property. Parking is not private (narrow streets) but located in an un-metered/large parking lot a few minute walk from TorreBarlo. LEVEL ONE: Both bedrooms are on the same level but are not adjacent so and they provide privacy for the occupants. PRIMARY BEDROOM: Upon entering the property (which is up 3 small flights of stairs from the courtyard), you turn left up 2 small flight of stairs to access the primary bedroom. There is a beautiful view through the windows and french doors to the vineyards. Via the french doors you access a balcony that overlooks the cobblestone communal courtyard. This room sleeps 2. There is a Queen size bed, small free standing wardrobe (not closet) , and there is an ensuite bathroom with a narrow shower, bidet, a toilet and a sink. PLEASE NOTE: There is NO Air conditioning in the primary bedroom. SECONDARY BEDROOM: Upon entering the property (up 3 small flights of stairs), you turn right up one small flight of stairs, but the opposite direction of the primary bedroom, is the secondary bedroom with 2 twin beds that 99% of the time are put together but can be separated on request. There is a large closet and standing full length mirror. There is a small ensuite bathroom with small/narrow shower, sink, bidet and toilet. This room DOES have air-conditioning wall unit. 2nd FLOOR - LIVING AREA/KITCHEN: Up 2 small flights of stairs from primary bedroom, you access the open plan living/dining/kitchen area with six floor-to-ceiling French doors providing stunning views of the environs. There is a side terrace with table/benches. Up a half flight of stairs is a mezzanine with a desk and chair where you can use your laptop as the property offers WiFi. There is a large air-conditioning wall unit in the living room/kitchen. 3rd FLOOR - ROOF TERRACE: This is the most breathtaking feature of the tower. During your stay you will have exclusive use of the roof terrace that consists of comfortable outdoor furniture and an umbrella to shield the sun on warm summer days. Steep stair to go up and down to the roof terrace. Closest airports: Turin, Genoa and Milan. Barolo is 20 min off the A6 Autostrada which within 1 hour you can reach the beaches of the Italian Riviera while the mountains on the border with France are about a 90 minute drive to the west. Many sports can be enjoyed in the Langhe. Golf, tennis, hiking and swimming. The photo of the pool is a public municipal pool located in Monforte d'Alba that is 10 min from Barolo. For 12 euros you have access to a pool, umbrella, lounge chairs and there is both a bar and restaurant. It is a wonderful place to spend a lazy day. Check the website for opening as this is a seasonal pool. https://www.pizzeriapiscinaleginestre.it/