Benvenuti a Villa Menaluna
A charming and secluded rural Italian escape
Away from traffic and completely private, Villa Menaluna is an idyllic country house rental tucked into a quiet hillside in the UNESCO region of Piedmont. Situated near the village of Rocchetta Palafea and a short drive from the historic towns of Canelli and Nizza Monferrato, Villa Menaluna offers the perfect escape from a busy lifestyle and is a relaxing holiday rental option.
Lonely Planet named Piedmont as a “Top Place in the World to Visit” and the region is also bagging the claim that Piedmont is the next Tuscany.
Why not come and discover for yourself?
The majestic Matterhorn and Monterosa to the north, as seen from Villa Menaluna in the spring - this was a particularly clear day!
Relax
With four generous bedrooms and three bathrooms, Villa Menaluna comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests.
Each room is styled with great care and attention to detail, including antique furniture, vintage linen curtains, sleep-inducing pocket-spring mattresses and Egyptian cotton bedding.
Entertain
For social moments, Villa Menaluna offers a range of spaces to gather, including the large open-plan breakfast/dining room with adjoining terrace, the cosy living room with TV and fireplace, and the pool-side terraces - ideal for an evening sunset aperitivo and taking in the stunning views of the Italian Alps.
Cool off
Our langhe stone plunge pool (7m x 2m) is ideally located next to the sun deck and the perfect place to cool off on sultry summer days.
Views from the pool are just as relaxing, towards our village of Rocchetta Palafea and its castle tower on the hill opposite.
Enjoy the sun
Our large sun deck below the plunge pool gives uninterrupted views towards our local village on the distant hill opposite, as well as views down the valley to the hazelnut trees and vineyards of the Monferrato region.
Additional sun loungers can be found by the pool too, and four large umbrellas provide shade when you need it.
Escape
If you’re wanting a little space to escape, Villa Menaluna has many places to sit, relax, sleep or take in the sun.
Comfy seating can be found in many nooks and crannies, affording every guest a little corner for peace and privacy when it’s needed. Soak in the views of Rocchetta Palafea, with its ancient castle tower and churches punctuating the skyline. Surrounding you are the vineyards, valleys and hills of the tranquil Piedmont countryside, enveloped by the snow-capped Alps in the distance.
Immerse yourself…
Can’t wait for your trip to begin experiencing Piedmont?
Settle down with a glass of barbera and dip into our Journal for insights, tales and experiences from this wonderful region, including snippets of our own journey in the renovation and creation of Villa Menaluna.