About
Casa Balau

Our holiday home in Piedmont is a charmingly restored 1900 wine farmhouse, offering modern comfort, stylish interiors, and plenty of space for families and groups. Set on a hillside among UNESCO vineyards, it features stunning views, a swimming pool, outdoor kitchen, and ample opportunities for play and relaxation.

The location

Our holiday home is set on a sunny hillside in Costigliole d’Asti, right in the middle of the vineyards that form part of the UNESCO World Heritage. From the house you overlook a picturesque landscape of rolling hills, vineyards, and historic villages. This is the true Piedmont – a region famed for its wine, truffles, and love of the good life.

The charming village of Costigliole d’Asti is just a stone’s throw away, with everything you need: a lively Sunday market, bakeries, butchers, and several supermarkets. Nearby, you’ll also find gems like Neive and Castagnole delle Lanze – perfect for an afternoon stroll or an aperitivo on a village square.

The towns of Asti and Alba, known for their rich culture, gastronomy, and festivals, are both less than 20 minutes away by car. And with Turin (1h15) and Milan Linate (1h30) within easy driving distance, the location is also excellently accessible by plane.

Styling and ambiance

Our holiday home is set in a former wine farmhouse over 125 years old. Renovated with respect for its past, the house now offers modern comfort while retaining its original charm. Throughout the home, new floors and modern amenities ensure a pleasant and carefree stay.

At the same time, the house breathes history. Authentic features such as the stone vaulted ceilings and the old fireplaces in the kitchen and dining room have been lovingly preserved, forming the warm heart of the home.

The interior is stylish and artistic, with great attention to detail. Each room has been carefully designed – inviting, tasteful, and homely, with a subtle blend of old and new. You’ll feel welcome from the moment you arrive – whether you’re enjoying a glass of wine in the living room, cooking with friends in the spacious kitchen, or relaxing outside with views over the vineyards.

Layout and amenities

The house offers 7 spacious bedrooms and 5 bathrooms (three large and two compact) – ideal for multiple families or groups of friends. In the brand-new kitchen you’ll find everything a passionate cook could wish for: quality knives and pans, a large SMEG stove, and two SMEG fridge-freezer combinations.

Next to the living room, a new relaxation and games room has been created, equipped with a projector and cinema screen, a football table, and a dartboard. For even more fun, there’s also a pool table – perfect for those who enjoy games and good company.

Outside is just as inviting: a beautiful swimming pool with sun loungers and parasols, a large covered pergola spanning the full lenght of the house, and plenty of space for outdoor cooking and dining. With a pizza oven and a generous Bonfeu BBQ, it’s the ideal setting for long summer evenings with friends, family, and a glass of local wine.

Spacious former winery

Spacious former wine farmhouse for 14 guests: 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms

Newly renovated

Renovated in 2025 with new kitchen, bathrooms, mattresses, and air conditioning in all bedrooms

Tranquille location

Situated on a hill top on a quiet street with hardly any traffic

Stylish interior

Stylish interior combining contemporary design with vintage touches

Pool and sauna

Private sauna and swimming pool on premise

Connect and enjoy

High-speed WiFi, Apple Chromecast, projector, and JBL karaoke box

Outdoor terrace

Large outdoor terrace with pergola, pizza oven, and Bonfeu BBQ

Great for the little ones

Family-friendly with baby beds and high chairs

Facilities at Casa Balau

Games & Entertainment

  • Chill room with beamer, karaoke set
  • Dartboard
  • Pool table
  • Table football
  • Board games (a.o. Monopoly, Twister)

 

General

  • Airconditioners in all bedrooms
  • 2 woodfired fireplaces
  • 1 wood-burning stove
  • Laundry room
  • Washer / dryer
  • Drying rack
  • Iron and ironing board

 

Bedrooms and linen

  • New (Emma) matrasses
  • 2 additional (plug) inflatable beds 80×200
  • Down duvets and pillows (2pp)
  • Towels big and small
  • Poolside towels
  • Kitchen linen

 

Optional services

  • Extra cleaning during the week (additional costs)
  • Private chef service (upon request)

 

Children

  • Crib (3x) with linen
  • High chair

 

Other

  • Sauna
  • Books (Dutch / English literature)
  • Regional information

Audio/video/internet

  • Beamer / smart TV
  • Apple chrome cast / streaming device
  • JBL party box / karaoke set
  • Hi-speed internet
  • WiFi

 

Outside

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor shower
  • Pool loungers
  • Parasols
  • Private terrace / pergola
  • BBQ pit with Bonfeu BBQ
  • Pizza oven
  • Parking lots

 

Kitchen

  • SMEG Induction cooktop (5 pit)
  • 3 SMEG ovens
  • 2 SMEG refrigerators with freezers
  • Cutlery and tableware
  • Dishwasher
  • Many cooking books
  • High quality knives, pots and pans
  • Toaster
  • Espresso machine
  • Coffee maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Plastic pool glassware (mandatory)

 

Bathrooms

  • Hair dryer
  • Care products