Johanna Noyon and Ton van Schaik, we are Dutch and since 2002 resident in Piana Crixia situated exactly on the border between Ligure and Piedmont. You have found the right adress if you want to enjoy a (here still existing) typical Italian environment surrounded by an unspoilt nature with peacefulness and lots of space. Furthermore cultural cities, famous wine-growing regions, ski possibilities and - not to forget - the attractive Italian Riviera are easily reachable. Cascina Pian del Nasso is situated in a quiet valley 5 km from Piana Crixia beside a regional park with streams and rolling hills up to 600 m high. The tranquillity guarantees a pleasant stay for nature lovers. In Piana Crixia (35 km inland from the Mediterranean) there are several restaurants, some general food stores, a butcher, a baker, post office and a pharmacy. The renovation of the Borgo house is completed and this special romantical spot is available for rent. It is a typical example of a little residence in a medieval village. The Borgo of Piana Crixia is the oldest part of the village and is situated at about 1 km distance from the village center and approx. 5 km from our home, Pian del Nasso, where you can freely use the heated pool (12 x 5 m). Our cottage in the borgo is furnished for 2 persons and has its own parking place (behind the cottage), a little garden with panoramic view, a front garden and the cottage itself has a balcony and a little terrace. There is a bedroom (kigsize bed) with sat-TV and a beautiful bathroom on the groundfloor and on the first floor a sitting room, also with sat-TV+DVD, and a fully equipped kitchen-corner. The cottage is tastefully and completely furnished. The borgo has central (floor)heating. Smoking allowed.Pets allowed. www.verhuur.jnoyon.com