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Hilltop Villa Hideaway with Pool – Home 4288257 Villa

  • 5 bedrooms
  • 10 sleeps
  • 5 nights min stay

Hilltop Villa Hideaway with Pool – Home 4288257

  • Villa
  • 5 bedrooms
  • sleeps 10
  • 5 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Nearest beach 150 mi
  • Swimming pool
  • Child Friendly
  • Car essential
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet Friendly

Description from owner

Description

Our spacious terracotta villa is ideal for groups or families with a well-equipped kitchen diner, spacious sitting room with wood burning stove, 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Its pergola-covered terraces provide stunning views of the surrounding landscape and offer multiple places to relax, read a book, or enjoy al fresco dining. The large 12 x 6 metre swimming pool is an ideal spot for sunbathing with its comfy sun loungers and umbrellas. Inside, the large sitting room with its 42-inch satellite TV, iPod dock, books and board games, is certain to keep all entertained. The open plan kitchen provides a fantastic space for cooking a meal with loved ones with its wooden beams, large Range Cooker, microwave, Nespresso Inissia cafe machine, dishwasher, and dining area with french doors leading to a shaded terrace. There is also a large Weber barbecue for cooking outside during the warm evenings. Upstairs, the first floor offers 3 large bedrooms with king size or twin beds. All bathrooms, including one en-suite, are equipped with power showers, modern wash basins and bidets.

The barn, located just 6 metres from the villa, provides separate accommodation, making it ideal if you are staying with another family or group and want your own private living space. Inside, the ground floor offers an open plan living area with sofas, satellite TV and wood-burning stove, a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area with table, and small terrace. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms, one with a king size bed and another with twin beds, and one bathroom with power shower, modern wash basin and bidet.

Situated on a hill and surrounded entirely by nature, the setting offers stunning idyllic views and the opportunity to see wildlife such as wild hares, deers and porcupines, as well as plentiful opportunities for walking, playing and exploring. In the summer, you can enjoy horse riding, cycling, tennis, or canoeing, whilst in the winter there is skiing and hiking on the local ski slopes of Sestola and Corno alle Scale. In the heart of Italy's finest culinary region, Emilia-Romagna, you are best placed to sample Italy's most delicious foods such as parmesan cheese and parma ham.

The nearby town of Vergato offers an insight into authentic Italian life with its quaint piazza, shops, restaurants and Monday market selling everything from fresh cheeses to clothes. For art, culture or shopping, the villa is located just a 40-minute drive from Bologna where you can enjoy concerts, opera or art shows, or for those wishing to relax and be pampered the thermal baths at Porretta Terme and Pistoia are just a 30 minute drive away. Italy's other major destinations, such as Milan, Florence and Venice, are easily accessible. The villa is also just a 35-minute drive from Maranello where there is the testing track and museum for Ferrari Formula 1; ideal for motor sport fans!

For Spring, Autumn and Winter lets - we provide free wood for the wood burners. We Summer stays, air conditioning is available throughout the Villa and Barn. We have a fair usage policy for energy (Gas and Electricity). As part of your booking, a credit of €150 per week is applied and guests are charged for any energy used above this sum. Full meter readings are provided.

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • High chair

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King bed
    Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
    Bedroom 3: King bed
    Bedroom 4: King bed
    Bedroom 5: 2 Twin beds
  • 2 Full baths, 1 Shower, 1 Attached (ensuite)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Private outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Mountain Views
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Policies

Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 11:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: ($526.82) €500.00
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.

Check-in date

House rules

We welcome well trained pets, please enquire before booking. We ask that you do not smoke inside the villa, smoking is permitted outside the property on terraces.

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About the owner

Sandra H.
Calendar last updated:
28 Sep 2023
Years listed:
13
Based in:
United Kingdom
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English, Italian

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Reviews

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“Perfect Escape”

Reviewed 13 Jul 2018

Our family of seven enjoyed a delightful stay at the villa. It is truly a Hilltop Hideaway—a bit more so than we had imagined—but we loved every peaceful moment it afforded to us during ou… More

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Response from the owner I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you again for your booking. Sandra

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“Living the Italian Dream.”

Reviewed 12 Nov 2013

Casa Ruspiano Vergato Bologna, Emilia-Romagna Italy Our group of 4 enjoyed a most splendid 5 days / 6 nights at Casa Rupspiano in Vergato in the Bologna, Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. Vergato, a… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for the lovely feedback.

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“Great stay can't wat to return.”

Reviewed 12 Apr 2013

We had a brilliant stay at Casa Ruspiano. The villa was spacious and great for our party of 10. We visited Florence, Bologna, Modena and Venice with ease. We loved using the large private pool and jus… More

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“Fantastic!”

Reviewed 13 Apr 2010

If you are looking for peace and quiet with the adventures of sight seeing close by, then this is the holiday for you. After a short journey from the airport we stepped into a 5 star accomodation with… More

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FAQs

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Why can't I call Sandra (the owner) before booking?

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Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Sandra (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

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How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Sandra (the owner) a message.

If Sandra (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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