Locanda Del Molino Vecchio

A lovely family runs this beautiful Locanda. It’s on a quiet street, about ten minutes from central Alba, and has a pool, a large living area, a great kitchen and a shared dining space. Everything is extremely clean and well cared for, with lovely rooms and a homely feel. Great for a family break or a group of friends. 10/10, would recommend.

The region is very nice, and we had a great holiday overall, though there’s room for improvement. The house is big, and I liked its history, but the furniture is a little dated. The kitchen is really old and a bit gross. The pool is great, but note that family members use it too. The owner isn’t a great communicator and can sometimes come across as a bit bossy. There are lots of mosquitoes around, I got bitten about six times an evening, and we heard dogs barking almost every night.

We spent a long weekend here with ten people. The house had everything we needed, and the countryside setting was lovely, with some cafes just a few minutes down the road. The donkeys nearby were super cool. The owner was very friendly and accommodating with any requests we had. I’d recommend staying here to anyone visiting the area.

The setting and the house itself are pleasant. Our serious problem was the owner. A group of teenagers borrowed the house for a week, and a plastic chair and an IKEA table lamp ended up broken. We were willing to compensate for the damage. The landlady assessed it and asked for an inappropriate amount. When we asked her to show evidence for the sum, she referred to unspecified “moral damages.” Then she started yelling at the bystanders and verbally attacking them on a personal level. She also refused to refund the deposit in full. By our calculation, that meant an improper withholding of 50 Euros. We considered this theft under Italian law, and called the police. The whole experience felt surreal, unjustified, illegal and despicable, quite in keeping with the landlady herself.