The house is built on memories: from the old bookshelves coming from Nadia’s old school – now part of the La Granda's library – to the wardrobes handed down across generations, to Sandro’s first typewriters. All of this linked by the great central staircase, a surprising design fixture at the heart of the B&B, which uses vintage materials in a breathtaking contemporary structure. Nadia and Sandro live in the house next to the B&B and they always welcome their guests in person and ensure they make the most of their renowned breakfasts.

Nadia – a retired English teacher, was born on the hills of San Martino Alfieri; Sandro – formerly a bank employee, has a passion for the pleasures of a simpler way of life, is fond of making things with his hands and gardening in the countryside air. Married for forty years, and with two sons working in different parts of the world, they wanted to rediscover a slower pace of living. "La Granda" was born to extend this opportunity to friends and guests alike.

The landscape of Langhe and Roero hills is the result of the combined and harmonious efforts of nature and generations of farmers who have devoted their lives to these hills. Thanks to their wisdom, the Langhe have been part of the UNESCO World Heritage list since 22nd June 2014. These are spaces where you can walk quietly among vineyards and hazelnut orchards, listening to the sounds of the open countryside, and discovering the rich history behind towns like Alba and Asti, or the ancient villages of Govone, La Morra and Barolo.