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Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool

Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool

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OLIMPIA villa seen from B&B
Pool looking south
Olimpia Living room
Olimpia bathroom
Olimpia kitchen

Overview of Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
  • Popular LocationMuseum of Giorgio Morandi3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMontovolo16 min drive
  • Popular LocationRocchetta Mattei18 min drive
  • AirportBologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool

Conveniently located 10km from the RIOVEGGIO exit of the PANORAMICO branch of the A1 motorway, backbone to Italy, between Bologna and Florence, 6Stanco is situated at the beginning of the Appennine mountain range on the southern slope of Monte Stanco, with stunning mountain views towards Tuscany. Set in the intimate village of Stanco, 6Stanco is a group of stone buildings surrounding a courtyard, originally the main landowner's home, with private chapel, barn and haywain, residence of their farm workers and harvesters. Refurbished from the converted chestnut-drying barn, Olimpia is now a three-bedroomed independent villa, beside the garden and the 5x11m outdoor pool. Giacomina and Giuseppina are the two mirror-image, studio flats on the raised ground floor of the converted haywain and cattle stalls, each with its own balconied entrance. We can accommodate groups of friends or extended families for unforgettable holidays! We live most of the year in the restored main stone house; also a Bed & Breakfast with three double rooms available.
The lower level of the barn is the 60sq.m Course Room; adjacent to the main sun terrace. There is Horse riding at our local Pegasus Riding Stables and trekking for seasoned riders. At 600m.a.s.l. no air-conditioning is necessary here in July & August as even after very hot days, a cooler woodland breeze arrives in the evenings and the mountain panorama is breathtaking.

Property manager

Ruth Hodkinson
Premier Host
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Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 22 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs must always be accompanied + business cleaned

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 037031-CV-00002

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grizzana Morandi

Located in Grizzana Morandi, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Rocchetta Mattei and Sacrario dei Caduti per le Stragi Nazifasciste are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pliocene Contrafforte Natural Reserve and Montovolo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna

What's nearby

  • Museum of Giorgio Morandi - 3 min drive
  • Montovolo - 16 min drive
  • Rocchetta Mattei - 18 min drive
  • Historic Regional Park of Monte Sole - 27 min drive
  • Via Giuseppe Mazzini - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Grizzana Morandi Station - 11 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bologna Tartufunghi - 14 min drive
  • Osteria Griglieria da Ernesto Ed Elena - 10 min drive
  • Cafè della Piazza - 10 min drive
  • Ristorante Arrigo da Gianni - 8 min drive
  • Albergo Ristorante Sterlina - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool located?

This family-friendly Grizzana Morandi holiday home is located on the riverfront, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Museum of Giorgio Morandi, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Montovolo and Rocchetta Mattei. Caves of Labante and Sacrario dei Caduti per le Stragi Nazifasciste are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heiner H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stadt und Land
Sehr schöner Ort, um Land und Leute kennenzulernen, insbesondere auch Bologna und Florenz. Sehr schöne Villa mit allen Annehmlichkeiten. Sehr sauber und sehr gut ausgestattet. Sehr empfehlenswert!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Céline O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour très agréable
Nous avons passé un agréable séjour chez Ruth, reposant et dépaysant. Le cadre exceptionnel nous a laissé sans voix…. Cependant, la canicule de cet été n’a pas facilité nos nuits qui ont été plutôt compliqués entre cette chaleur et les moustiques très présents. Vraiment dommage qu’il n’y avait pas de climatisation ou des ventilateurs. Il manquait également cruellement de volets nous permettant de profiter pleinement des grasses matinées tant attendues en vacances…. En revanche, Ruth est une hôte très agréable, disponible et serviable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sascha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top
Idyllisch, schön und ruhig. Die Kommunikation mit Ruth war super, sie war immer da wenn man Hilfe gebraucht oder Fragen hatte.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family of 4 - Villa Olimpia
After a busy 4 days in Venice, the tranquility of 6Stanco was just what we needed. For us, the hosting was spot-on; welcoming and helpful, whilst giving us the space to feel at home. The villa was spotless and we took full advantage of the pool, abundant fig tree, and nights gazing at the stars. There would have been more beach volleyball if it hadn’t been so hot! We were slightly disappointed with the trip to Rochetta Mattei, only available with English audio guide, half of which didn’t work. However, we more than made up for it with trips to Bologna, picking up delicious pastries at the bakery in Grizzana, and porchetta at Vergato market. Wonderful introduction to Emila-Romagna.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Werner N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Really fantastic place, great view, silent. The house is clean and huge, you find everything you need for cooking and relaxing. Pool is right there and Ruth is always available.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ruth Hodkinson

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We probably watched too many 'buy a ruin and do it up ' television programmes, but that's what we chose to do, left the city and now we live in the community of this small mountain village.
Ruth, an architect by profession, was born and educated in London, UK. Andrea is Bolognese and is a Restaurant food company director. We have two daughters and a son. We like good food, wine and when not travelling, at least planning and discussing the next trip!

Why they chose this property

For wonderful holidays relaxing by the pool, eating out in the garden with your family, walking in the woods, horse riding or visiting amazing castles and waterfalls nearby. Beautiful, stylish, comfortable and well-equipped, historic, stone buildings. New, modern convenience but with architectural character where you can relax and enjoy yourselves. Situated in a safe, peaceful village with friendly locals and very helpful hosts next door! Lovely swimming pool and plenty of space for al fresco dining, sun bathing or just reading a book in the garden. Only 12 minutes to the closest motorway exit which is between Bologna and Florence so very well-located for daytrips all over Emilia Romagna and Tuscany, even as far as Venice. The perfect combination of cultural visits to a variety of important Art Cities, or more low-key trips locally, by day, then coming back to your beautiful 6Stanco apartment each evening to cooler, balmier temperatures, after a sometimes stiflingly-hot, inner-city visit in mid-summer, with no need for air-con up here, breath-taking sunsets across the Reno valley, less noise than the bustling towns and cities and easy parking! Unforgettably fantastic holidays!

What makes this property unique

Our complimentary, weekly, summer dinners under the ancient grapevine in the company of the other interesting guests. In the summer, your kids may well find similar aged playmates. Evenings relaxing in a private homestead and garden, rather than a huge impersonal complex, with the lovely pool. Regional cookery, English, Yoga, Painting, Horse-riding and Ceramics courses can be offered if requested in advance and dates confirmed: We run English language courses for 4 weeks each year, in June and September. Johann Rosenboom runs a Painting Course every September. The local 'Nel Castagneto' restaurant offers a regional cookery demonstration course if requested ahead of time. Hatha Yoga sessions available down in Pian di Setta. Massage can be organized, if requested at the time of your booking. Our shared, inside- knowledge of the best places to visit in this relatively un-tourist-trodden area, plus what to avoid when you day-trip further afield.

Languages:

English, Italian

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