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Giacomina - Converted stone barn, mountain village, spectacular views, pool

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 542 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Giacomina - Converted stone barn, mountain village, spectacular views, 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 Apennine 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 Farmstead courtyard, originally the main landowner's home, private chapel, barn and haywain, residence of their farm workers and harvesters. Renovated in 2011-12, the converted chestnut-drying barn, Olimpia, is a three-bedroomed independant villa, beside the garden and the 5x11m pool, completed in 2013. 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, thanks to cooler evening breezes from nearby woods and the mountain panorama is breathtaking.

Property manager

Ruth Hodkinson

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (90 centimetre high)
  • In-room accessibility
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 452 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs must always be accompanied + business cleaned

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT037031B4WK6087UI

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 GBP 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

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Bologna, Emilia-Romagna

What's nearby

  • Museum of Giorgio Morandi - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Rocchetta Mattei - 18 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Caves of Labante - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Suviana Lake - 28 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Terme di Porretta - 29 min drive - 24.6 km

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 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cafè della Piazza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bar Cavacchio - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Arrigo da Gianni - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Giacomina - Converted stone barn, mountain village, spectacular views, pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Giacomina - Converted stone barn, mountain village, spectacular views, pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Giacomina - Converted stone barn, mountain village, spectacular views, pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Giacomina - Converted stone barn, mountain village, spectacular views, pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Giacomina - Converted stone barn, mountain village, spectacular views, pool located?

This family-friendly Grizzana Morandi holiday home is located on a river, 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).

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Giacomina - Converted stone barn, mountain village, spectacular views, pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful and relaxing

After some confusion with the details of the property description, Ruth and Andrea were immensely accommodating in switching us to the room I originally intended. I cannot thank yhem enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation, great host

We had a wonderful vacation at 6stanco. It’s a very great place for the whole family and Ruth is a very helpful and attentive host. Thanks!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Dream

We loved this property - it was like living in a tree house with a loft. Excellent host and facilities. Easy access via train to Bologna. Avoid the Bologna chaos with a calming train ride back to the local station. We will stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to relax

No stress, birds are singing in the morning time, nice contact to the owners. One of the best places I ever have been!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing break

A wonderful property in a fantastic setting. Ruth was a perfect host giving us useful information. Village was beautiful and the property provided every comfort you need for a wondetful holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything perfect

Just a perfect getaway. A beautiful little house, on a stunning property. Awesome hikes in the area! Ruth is a great host, very caring!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bettina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time in fantastic area

We had a wonderful time, the cottage was just right for us and it was no problem that our son came later in the week to stay - Ruth simply prepared everything for him on the day he arrived! The surroundings are fantastic, the beautiful garden with a view and the pool were just what we were looking for. Great places to eat out are also nearby and the little kitchen is perfect for preparing meals as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Merete Blak L.

Fabulous place with fabulous hosts!

Early spring in the mountains. Quiet and beautiful. Super location, close to station/cultural cities as Bologna and Florence. Fantastic view from the old barn with the most charming old ceiling. Super well equipped apartment. We can only recommend visiting Ruth in her wonderful medieval home. She is a fantastic host meeting you with great hospitality. Go there!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

super-relaxing time in Grizzana Morandi

very warm welcome, detailed introduction to everything you need to know for the stay and what's around; very clean flat, well equipped with everything you need, even the "small" things; Ruth is super-friendly and discrete, very helpful in all cases; this is a well maintained private property, pool is super to cool-down, sun at that pool from early morning till later evening (be careful...); phenomenal view into the countryside; so if you would like to relax, this is a perfect place (we had only 2 other guests during our stay); fast internet in the flat and even outside at the pool Ivonne & Frank
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Fabulous place to unwind & explore Emilia-Romagna & Tuscany

Set up in the hills, Stanco is a great place to base yourself if you want to combine rest & relaxation with a little bit of sightseeing in the region of Emilia-Romagna & also Tuscany. Our 3rd time staying here. We have done day trips to Florence, Lucca, Pisa, Ferrara, Bologna, San Marino, Siena, Montecatini Terme and many more... There is a train station in Grizzana Morandi is you want to leave the car parked up & go visit somewhere rather than driving. The swimming pool is great & there is nothing like buying your fresh meat, cheeses, bread in Vergato & having lunch outdoors looking at the stunning rolling mountains & valley scenery. Similarly at night sitting out under the stars enjoying a drink. Nel Castagneto restaurant is just 2 minutes drive away back in the direction of Grizzana Morandi & Cristina is very welcoming & makes the best Italian dishes we ever tasted. Everything is perfect for a lovely family holiday. Ruth & Andrea are great hosts & they even host a dinner for guests who are staying to meet each other & socialise. We will definitely return again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Isobel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We Truly Had An Amazing Time

We truly had an amazing time renting this fabulous studio country house. This property had stunning views of mountains & countryside it had a veranda style window and bi folding doors. With open wooden beams, tall cieling with lots of light and a large framed bookcase filled with a great selection of reading books. A self contained little kitchen well stocked with utensils and kitchenware. A lovely solid wooden kitchen table with wooden chairs. A comfy long sofa and a tv and sat tv box. A clothes rail with lots of hangers and a large wooden chest with 6 drawers. Lots of little lights plenty of electric points and plenty of pamphlets and maps with information on the surrounding areas and of the total region. The bathroom was clean and large with a power shower and flushing toilet lots of hot water and good central heating. The little mezzanine bedroom had a very large clean cozy bed with lovely cotton bedding. Bedside cabinets and lights. With a long wodden chest with little individual boxes. We slept so very well for 5 nights. Beautiful space to relax and recupetate with fantastc views. Great communication very fast responses in both English and Italian speaking owners. We booked 2 days before arriving and everyone was completely super about our very short notice booking. The owners were very kind and thoughtful so very friendly and sociable to me and my partner. We had a fabulous few hours with them chatting drinking and eating cheese. They shared their local knowlwdge and experiences with us making us feel utterly relaxed and part of the family. We thank them from our heart for their generousity and time. We could not asked for a better romantic property searching vacation. Cannot wait to return. Thanks so much also to Claudia who was brilliant.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Traumhaft gelegenes Domizil

Wir hatten einen sehr schönen Aufenthalt in einem wunderschönen Appartement,in einer traumhaften Umgebung, bei einer sehr netten Gastgeberin.Unbedingt weiterzuempfehlen!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ort der Entspannung in der Natur

Wir hatten eine gute Woche bei Ruth im 6 Stanco. Die Wohnung in einem ungebauten Heuboden hatte Charme und einen Blick ins Grüne und die Landschaft. Auf dem Grundstück gibt es einen schön gestalteten Garten mit diversen Sitzmöglichkeiten. Für uns war die ruhige Lage in der Natur genau richtig zur Erholung nach den Besichtigungen der umliegenden Städte. ( Bologna, Modena, Dozza, Ravenna) Wir bedanken uns für die freundliche aufmerksame Betreuung bei Ruth und Andrea.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henning K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Faszinierendes Erlebnis in traumhafter Lage

Die traumhafte Lage, die überaus geschmackvolle und praktische Ausstattung, Sauberkeit und Funktionalität des Hauses und seiner unmittelbaren Umgebung haben unsere Erwartungen voll und ganz erfüllt, ja übertroffen. Ein Ort, den man gerne noch einmal besucht! Faszinierende Ausblicke auf die Berglandschaft des Apennin, der erfrischende Pool, eine freundliche Gastgeberin, die Nähe zu Bologna und anderen Kulturstädten machten den Aufenthalt zu einem faszinierendem Erlebnis!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enzo v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Perfecte locatie boven op een berg in een klein plaatsje. Heerlijk tot rust komen en zwembad binnen handbereik.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Nicholas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Bel posto

Posto molto tranquillo e con una bella vista. Proprietari molto gentili.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Markus M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alles super

Ruth war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit! Wir können die Unterkunft nur empfehlen!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Peter J., Sweden

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Giacomina

We had a great stay in Giacomina and the apartment was perfect for a family with 2 or 3 childrens. The pool was very nice and clean. Ruth is a fantastic host that really does everything for her guests. Walking distance to restaurants. The only minus was that there could had been a fantastic view if they had cut down some bushes and trees around the pool and outside the apartment window. Thank you for a great stay! Peter, Annette, Samuel and Evelina

10/10 Excellent

Rob M., Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to chill in The Apennines

Thoroughly enjoyed our week near Grizzana Morandi. The accommodation complex run by Ruth & Andrea is wonderful & quiet. They are very pleasant people to deal with and know how to entertain the small group of people staying here this week at the pizza & wine night in their kitchen. This was exactly as we thought it would be ... there are a couple of very nice restaurants nearby ... Ruth can point you in the right direction.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Selina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic accommodation in a beautiful location

This was a great place to stay for us (2 adults and toddler). The villa was clean and beautifully presented. The pool was lovely and set against the amazing views. Ruth is a wonderful host and is there to answer any questions you have. the train station is only a 5-10 min car ride away and we easily went to Bologna,Florence, Modena and Pisa from the accommodation.there are some lovely restaurants nearby for lunch too. I would highly recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

Matteo T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

RUHE & Abgeschiedenheit! Tauchen Sie ein!

Sie suchen RUHE und Abgeschiedenheit? Wandern mit Kindern? dann bitte hierhin gehen. Natürlich braucht man ein Auto praktisch für alles - wenn man sich entsprechend organisiert ist das eine perfekte Kombination. Schön ist: die Ruhe. Einfach ausschalten. Das Haus? Es ist einfach sauber. Und es hat einfach was man braucht. Der Pool ist gut und wird täglich in aller Früh gereinigt. Terrasse und Anlage sind sehr gut. Empfehlungen zu Ausflüge und Essen sind ebenfalls vorhanden und alle sehr gut. Ich kann es nur empfehlen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexander C.

Peaceful and picturesque

We had a wonderful stay in our studio at 6Stanco for 2 weeks in September. We were blessed with good weather and enjoyed the pool daily. The apartment was spotless, airy and light and had everything we needed for a fortnight. Ruth was a fabulous host with lots of recommendations for us in the local area and further afield. We came with an 8 month old baby and Ruth was wonderful and provided a cot with linen, a high chair and toys for her. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Vacances au cœur de la nature

Nous avons passé d agréables vacances,dans un cadre magnifique.Ruth et sa famille sont très accueillant et sympathiques.Il fait bon vivre à Stanco.Nous sommes ravis de notre séjour Italien.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Sehr empfehlenswert! Sehr schön gelegen, kleine feine Wohnung, toller Pool, sehr nette Gastgeberin!

Das Grundstück liegt sehr schön, ca. 600 müM mit Blick ins Tal. Unsere Wohnung (Giacomina genannt) war relativ klein, reichte aber völlig aus für 5 (2 Erw. + 3 Kinder), Kinder konnten alle oben auf der Galerie schlafen. Wohnung ist sehr schön (stilvoll) eingerichtet und es fehlte uns an nichts, Kücheneinrichtung usw. völlig ausreichend. Das ganze Grundstück (insgesamt 3 FeWo) mit den alten, restaurierten Steinhäusern ist sehr schön, es gibt Obstbäume, z. B. Feigenbäume, an denen wir uns auch bedienen durften. Der Pool ist toll: relativ neu, sehr gepflegt, ca. 10 m lang und 1,20m tief, mit einer Stufe, so dass man auch im Wasser sitzen kann. Alles auch toll für Kinder, unsere waren jedenfalls vom Pool und allem Übrigen ehrlich begeistert - wir auch! Die Gastgeberin Ruth - wohnt mit ihrer Familie im Haupthaus - ist sehr nett! Hat uns beim Eintreffen ausführlich die Wohnung und das Gundstück gezeigt und es war einfach angenehm, mit ihr zu plaudern. In unserem Kühlschrank fanden wir eine Flasche Prosecco und eine Dose Espresso vor und am ersten Sonntag wurden wir und die anderen Fereingäste zum italienischen Abendessen auf die Terasse eingeladen! Wir können diese Unterkunft ohne jede Einschränkung empfehlen und fahren (hoffentlich) selbst irgendwann nochmal hin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeroen v.

Warm welcome, beautiful and peaceful spot, excellent pool

What can we say - we were here for the third year running - we enjoy this spot and the warm hospitality by Ruth and Andrea very much. We were there during the recent heatwave in Italy but the excellent pool made all the difference to keeping us cool. Grizzana Morandi is close to the motorway meaning cities such as Bologna and Modena are easy to reach. Alternatively there is a local railway station - to go to Florence for example. The place appeals to families and every time we have been, all of us have enjoyed the company of other families staying at the property.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017