Set among the hills of Monferrato, in a dominant and private position, this independent villa offers open panoramic views, over 2 hectares of private land — woodland/natural park area — and significant potential for value enhancement.
The property is located in the municipality of Melazzo, on the border with Cavatore, just a few minutes from Acqui Terme, a renowned spa town in Piedmont. The setting is natural, peaceful and authentic, ideal for those seeking privacy, landscape and quality of life, while remaining well connected to the main destinations of North-West Italy.
The property is currently in an advanced unfinished state: the main structural and architectural works have already been completed, allowing the buyer to finish and customize the systems, windows and doors, finishes and outdoor spaces according to their own style.
The images include photographs of the current state and illustrative renderings, created to show the potential of the property once completed.
Strategic Location
The property enjoys a particularly attractive position for reaching some of the most appreciated destinations in Northern Italy:
• Acqui Terme: just a few minutes away;
• Ligurian Riviera and beaches: approximately 1 hour;
• Langhe and Alba, a UNESCO area renowned for wine and gastronomy: approximately 1 hour;
• Milan: approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes;
• Genoa and Turin within easy reach.
An ideal location for enjoying the area among hills, nature, the sea, historic towns, thermal spas and outstanding food and wine.
Monferrato, a UNESCO-listed area, is now one of the regions increasingly appreciated by international buyers thanks to its combination of landscape, authenticity, tranquillity and quality of life.
The Property
The building has already been completed in its main parts and represents a solid, high-quality construction base, ready to be completed and transformed into a bespoke residence.
The villa was designed with particular attention to its integration with the surrounding landscape, the quality of materials and the enhancement of the panoramic views.
Existing features include:
• recent structure with high thermal insulation already in place;
• double Poroton masonry, EPS and wood fibre insulation;
• exposed laminated timber roof with wood fibre insulation;
• exterior cladding in local stone recovered from the original ruin;
• sections of façade in exposed brick and natural cocciopesto plaster;
• Langa stone window sills;
• fireplace provision in the panoramic living area;
• main technical provisions already in place;
• electricity connection already present;
• water connection already present;
• provision for methane gas connection;
• Imhoff septic tank already installed.
This configuration allows the property to be completed as a personalized residence immersed in nature, with a strong connection between interiors, natural light and landscape.
Completion, Customization and Indicative Costs
The property is sold in its current condition, with structure, roof, external walls, insulation, main provisions and architectural works already completed.
To provide greater clarity for buyers, a preliminary indicative estimate of the costs required to complete the home is available on request. The final cost will vary depending on the chosen level of finishes, systems, windows and doors, and desired customizations.
Studio Tecnico Associato Ivaldi Carrer, which developed and followed the project, is available to support the future buyer during the completion phase, customization of the spaces and technical coordination of the works.
Once completed, the property has the potential to reach a significantly higher market value compared with its current condition, thanks to its panoramic position, privacy, extensive land and the quality of the construction already completed.
This allows the villa to be transformed into a tailor-made finished residence, while maintaining control over style, materials and final quality level.
Layout – Approximately 245 sqm in Total
The villa is arranged over several levels and offers spacious, bright rooms, well connected to the outdoors.
Basement – approx. 24 sqm
• cellar.
Ground Floor – approx. 170 sqm
• entrance;
• kitchen;
• living room with panoramic views;
• guest bedroom or private study;
• guest bathroom;
• pantry;
• technical room;
• master bedroom;
• walk-in wardrobe;
• private bathroom;
• large covered porch.
First Floor – approx. 50 sqm
• two bedrooms with panoramic views;
• bathroom.
Covered Porch – approx. 46 sqm
The porch is one of the most attractive features of the property: an ideal space for outdoor dining, relaxing moments and everyday living with direct views over the Monferrato hills.
The spaces were conceived to enhance the continuous relationship between indoors and outdoors, natural light, privacy and panorama.
Outdoor Areas and Land
The property includes:
• approx. 1,500 sqm of land surrounding the house;
• over 22,000 sqm of private woodland and natural park area.
A rare feature that ensures:
• high privacy;
• immersion in nature;
• protection of the setting over time;
• generous space around the house;
• the possibility to create exclusive outdoor areas.
The outdoor areas offer the possibility to create a private panoramic swimming pool, relaxation areas, a garden, outdoor dining area and paths immersed in greenery.
The property is ideal for creating a true private oasis among the hills, with open views and great tranquillity.
Position, Privacy and Protection of the Views
The villa is located in a dominant, private and panoramic position, at approximately 490 metres above sea level.
Its open exposure and natural setting allow for tranquillity, privacy and wide views over the surrounding hills.
According to the local planning regulations, the surrounding area is not buildable, helping to preserve the views, privacy and long-term value of the property.
Access is via a recently built private panoramic road.
Utilities and Current Condition
The property already includes:
• electricity connection;
• water connection;
• provision for methane gas connection;
• Imhoff septic tank already installed;
• main technical provisions.
The property is currently without internal systems, windows and doors, and finishes, offering wide freedom for customization.
Energy performance certificate not required in its current state.
Ideal As
This property is ideal for those looking for:
• a main residence surrounded by nature;
• an exclusive holiday home in Monferrato;
• a panoramic villa to customize;
• a real estate investment in an area appreciated by international buyers;
• a private retreat among hills, woodland and silence;
• a property with strong potential for value enhancement.
A Rare and Hard-to-Replicate Property
Thanks to its position, views, privacy, private land and the quality of the construction already completed, this villa represents a rare opportunity in the Monferrato property market.
A property designed for those who wish to create a bespoke residence in an authentic, natural and private setting, with open views and strong long-term potential for value enhancement.
Asking price: €298,000, slightly negotiable.
Private sale. Direct contact with the owner. No agencies or intermediaries. Qualified inquiries only.