Monastero Bormida sits in the Langa Astigiana, a fold of Piedmont that most visitors bypass on their way to Barolo or Alba — which is precisely what gives Villa La Madonna its particular character. The property is built around a medieval stone farmhouse complex whose origins predate the hotel by several centuries, the rough-hewn local stone facade, round oculus windows with their distinctive terracotta brick surrounds, and steeply pitched timber-framed roof all surviving largely intact. Green-shuttered casement windows and wrought-iron balustrade railings pull the building into a northern Italian vernacular that sits somewhere between Lombard farmhouse and minor nobility's retreat. Inside, the interiors strike a balance between the building's rustic bones and a quietly considered contemporary comfort. Terracotta floor tiles — the herringbone and square-set variety visible throughout the rooms — anchor the palette, while the guest rooms layer sage-painted armoires with lace-panelled doors, tufted velvet headboards in deep teal, aged gilt mirrors, and linen drape in grey and warm white. The restaurant works hardest of all the spaces, its barrel-vaulted brick ceiling and rough stone walls providing an atmosphere that no amount of styling could manufacture; velvet wing chairs in forest green and dove grey pull up to white-clothed tables beneath a brass candelabra chandelier. The pool terrace, edged in stone and terracotta urns, opens directly onto the surrounding vineyard slopes — a reminder that here, the landscape has always been the point.

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At Villa La Madonna, which dates back to the 17th century, you experience the feeling of an Italian vineyard with fantastic food and wine and wide range of activities. Our hotel is the perfect place for you looking for a personalized boutique hotel or perhaps wanting to rent the whole place for a party. We offer 18 rooms with 36 beds. All rooms have their own terrace or balcony, and most offer enchanting views of the valley or our vineyards. We welcome you to dine in our beautiful restaurant or on our charming outdoor terrace. The hotel's historic piazza is the gathering place for a pre-dinner glass of wine in the shade. In our 17th-century wine cellar you can experience a wine tasting or book private dining. The hotel's large studio is the perfect place for yoga or conferences and right next to the hotel. The vineyard also features a scenic swimming pool with lovely sun beds and a poolside bar for optimal relaxation.