A charming farmhouse retreat in the hills of Alba, with spacious rooms, a Piedmontese restaurant and a private garden, ideal for exploring the Langhe by bike.
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Il Mulino d’Alba 1888 Agriturismo Luxury Resort is a bed and breakfast set in the countryside near Alba, in Piedmont, built around a former mill and surrounded by a private garden. The property suits travellers looking for a quiet stay in the Langhe without giving up high-level comfort, such as air conditioning in every room and free WiFi available throughout the property.
The rooms, all equipped with a seating area, flat-screen TV and private bathroom with bidet and toiletries, also include a minibar and electric kettle; some room types are arranged as proper suites with a separate living room, designed for families or longer stays. Breakfast offers buffet, continental, Italian and gluten-free options, while the on-site restaurant serves traditional Piedmontese dishes, with vegetarian alternatives available on request.
The location in open countryside, just minutes from the centre of Alba, suits those who want to explore the Langhe by bike, thanks to the on-site rental service, or get around independently with the car rental offered by the property. A carefully kept address, suited to couples and families looking for a rural retreat with quick access to the wineries and villages of the area.
The rooms at Mulino d’Alba 1888 share an essential yet well-kept setup: air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, bidet and toiletries, flat-screen TV, minibar and soundproofed walls, designed to ensure quiet despite the proximity to the garden. The offer includes both a spacious double room and two more elaborate suites, suited to those seeking extra space or travelling in larger groups.
The Spacious Double Room, at 28 square metres, stands out for its double view over the garden and inner courtyard. The two Suites, of 28 and 35 square metres respectively, instead offer a living area separate from the sleeping area, parquet flooring and a kettle for tea and coffee: the larger one accommodates up to four people thanks to the sofa bed in the living room, while the other is designed for a maximum of three guests with an extra single bed.
The brightest room in the property opens onto a double view, over the garden and the inner courtyard, a detail that makes it unique compared to the other room types. The 28-square-metre space is arranged with a private entrance, minibar and soundproofing, designed for those looking for a spacious yet intimate accommodation, without the separate rooms of the suites.
Unlike the double room, this suite introduces a living area separate from the sleeping area, with parquet flooring and a kettle for tea and coffee. The extra single bed makes it suitable for small groups or families with a child, keeping the same floor area as the standard room but spread across two distinct spaces.
This is the largest room type in the property, with 35 square metres split between the bedroom and an independent living room overlooking the garden. The sofa bed in the living area allows up to four guests, making it the most suitable choice for larger families compared to the other available suites.
Il Mulino d’Alba 1888 provides guests with a garden with outdoor furniture, an outdoor fireplace and a bicycle rental service, ideal for those who want to explore the surrounding hills independently. Car rental is also available, useful for reaching the wineries of the Langhe without relying on public transport, along with an airport shuttle service on request.
The property also offers activities less common for a farmhouse stay, such as cooking classes, tours on local culture, cycling excursions and horse riding, as well as a wellness area with a sauna and various types of massage. For those travelling with children, family rooms, dedicated meals and a babysitting service are available on request.
On the dining front, the on-site restaurant and coffee shop are complemented by the option of having breakfast delivered to the room. The offer is completed by a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, a safe and security systems with CCTV in the common areas.
Il Mulino d’Alba 1888 stands in open countryside just a few kilometres from the centre of Alba, in a rural setting of vineyards and farmhouses typical of the Langhe. The Vaccheria hamlet, where the property is located, retains an agricultural character that offers tranquillity while remaining close to town services, with a private garden framing the historic mill from which the farmhouse takes its name.
For those arriving by train, Mussotto and Alba stations are 2.4 km and 2.8 km away respectively, easily reachable by car or with the property’s shuttle service. Cuneo Levaldigi Airport is about 37 km away, while Turin Airport is 60 km away; both are connected via the property’s paid airport shuttle service. Within a one-kilometre radius there are also a few convenient places to eat, such as the restaurant #da Big at 900 metres and Burger King at 600 metres.
The area is well suited to food, wine and active tourism all year round: by bike, with rental available on site, you can reach the vineyards of the Langhe and the nearby villages, while autumn brings the white truffle and harvest season. Destinations reachable by car include the Sferisterio at 7 km, Cavour Castle at 8 km and the Museum of Arts and Traditional Crafts at 12 km, for those who want to alternate tastings with some cultural visits in the surrounding area.
Guests especially praise the staff, rated almost at the maximum, and the cleanliness of the premises. The free WiFi is also highly appreciated. The value for money remains solid, while the location, though convenient for the Langhe, receives the lowest score among the categories rated.
No, Il Mulino d’Alba 1888 Agriturismo luxury Resort does not allow pets on the property.
Yes, Il Mulino d’Alba 1888 Agriturismo luxury Resort provides free private on-site parking.
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Yes, Il Mulino d’Alba 1888 Agriturismo luxury Resort offers breakfast with continental, Italian, American, buffet and gluten-free options.
Cuneo Levaldigi Airport is about 37 km from Il Mulino d’Alba 1888 Agriturismo luxury Resort, also reachable via the property’s paid airport shuttle service.
Yes, all rooms at Il Mulino d’Alba 1888 Agriturismo luxury Resort are equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom.
Yes, Il Mulino d’Alba 1888 Agriturismo luxury Resort offers a bicycle rental service, useful for exploring the surrounding hills of the Langhe.
