Alba, Italy
Casa Scaparone
Restored agricultural borgo
Restored agricultural borgo
Daily life in this hillside farmstead revolves around the central courtyard, kitchen gardens, and wine from the estate.
What it’s good at
Notable
Restored brick and stone farmhouses anchoring a five-hundred-year-old hillside agricultural hamlet.
Notable
Biodynamic estate vineyards and ancient grains supplying traditional Piedmontese dining in the osteria.
Listed
Timber beams and antique sleigh beds restored directly in the farmhouse carpentry workshop.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Rooms and suites are charmingly rustic with wide wood-plank or terracotta-tile floors, exposed brick walls, and timber-beamed ceilings.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Vineyards and hazelnut groves cover the surrounding hills, and Alba is a ten-minute drive away.
The rooms
Antique sleigh beds were restored in the farm's carpentry shop, set against exposed brick and timber beams.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pool
The unheated pool sits on the hillside above the hamlet, looking out toward the surrounding hills.
Restaurant
Osteria Agricola
Long communal tables sit under vaulted brick ceilings, where dinner draws directly from the estate's gardens and vineyards.
How it began
The founders bought the ruined hamlet in 1999, promising the sellers they would keep the buildings alive and full of people.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.