Title: Villa Il Guardingo - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=103310350&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Il Guardingo Villa in Rio with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Villa Il Guardingo ![Beach - Villa Il Guardingo (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/a0a7b299.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Villa Il Guardingo (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/0fc00547.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina - Villa Il Guardingo (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/9f5fbe9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Villa Il Guardingo (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/7a4268d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Villa Il Guardingo (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/d0365740.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Villa Il Guardingo provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61346 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Villa Il Guardingo Welcome to Villa il Guardingo, a beautiful villa in the heart of the medieval village of Rio nell’Elba, on the edge of the picturesque center, above the historic public washhouse. The villa spans four floors and consists of two interconnected living units. It includes a spacious kitchen, an elegant living room, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and three terraces. It was designed by the renowned architect Roberto Pirzio Biroli on ancient foundations. The Villa: You enter from the romantic Piazza del Risorgimento and directly into the "Principe" area, with a cozy and spacious kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher, refrigerator, oven, gas stove, coffee machine, and everything you need. In the kitchen, there are six dining places, and outside on the Piazza del Risorgimento, there is the possibility to sit at a small table and relax under the olive tree. From the kitchen, you directly access the bright and spacious living room, with a large sofa, an original glass table, and several seats with a view of the village and the valley. Next to it is the bay window room with a high, unique, local wooden beam ceiling, a large panoramic window, and an adjoining tiled bathroom with a shower. Depending on the needs, this room can offer one or two single beds or a double bed. From the living room, a marble staircase leads to the upper floor, where there is a bright bedroom, also with an old wooden beam ceiling, a double bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wonderful sea view. Next to it is a spacious terrace with a dining table and Mediterranean plants, with a wonderful view of the surrounding hills, the village, and the sea. From the living room, you can also access, through a small balcony and an external marble staircase, the lower floor, in the "Studio" area. The "Studio" located there is also accessible from the rear entrance of Via B. Nardelli, via an old stone staircase surrounded by bushes and a beautiful stone terrace at the entrance. The airy stone terrace, furnished with a banana tree and teak furniture, invites you to rest after a hot day at the beach, dine under the stars, or read and chat. From the stone terrace, a few marble steps lead to the "Studio," which is naturally pleasantly air-conditioned in summer due to the old walls, with a beautiful view of the old town and the green hills. Right in front of the "Studio" entrance, there is a cozy covered relaxation area. The "Studio" itself consists of several well-divided areas: an entrance area with a wardrobe, a sleeping area with two beds with comfort mattresses, a designer bathroom in the center, and a living area with a dining table, sofa, and WiFi. A marble staircase leads from the living area to the ground floor, into a newly constructed small mosaic kitchen, equipped with a sink, refrigerator, kettle, coffee machine, microwave, dishes, and glasses for preparing small meals. Through the external staircase, you can go back up from the "Studio" to the living room in the "Principe" area. Rio nell'Elba This charming village is located on a hill overlooking the sea, about 8 minutes from the port town of Rio Marina and the beautiful Ortano beach. The strategic location of Rio nell'Elba invites numerous excursions in the surroundings, many of which are accessible on foot, such as Monte Giove, the Volterraio Fortress, and the pedestrian paths above the village. A few steps from the house is the old washhouse, a historic attraction of the region, and the beautiful central square, closed to traffic on summer evenings and hosting numerous events. Around the square, there are restaurants with local cuisine, a bakery, post office, pharmacy, two bars, and the beautiful village church. Two large supermarkets are reachable in 5-10 minutes by car or bus. The center also houses a museum with exhibits on local history and a panoramic terrace with a sea view, where summer concerts are held. Activities and Services Local Markets: On Mondays in Rio Marina and on Tuesdays in Rio nell'Elba, with stalls selling fresh products and local crafts. Hiking Trails: Explore ancient paths and stairways lined with Mediterranean herbs, with stunning sea views. Trails lead to Santa Caterina, Monte Giove, and the Volterraio Fortress. Beaches and Water Sports: Rio Marina offers several beaches, such as Vigneria, Spiaggia del Sasso, and Spiaggia Marina di Gennaro, ideal for snorkeling. In Cavo, there are numerous bars and restaurants along the sand/pebble beach. The beaches of Nisporto and Nisportino, reachable in 15 minutes by car, offer golden sand and an excellent beach restaurant in Nisportino. Bagnaia, with views of Portoferraio and the island of Capraia, is perfect for an evening at sunset in one of the many bars and restaurants. Events in Rio Elba Book Festival: In July, Rio nell'Elba hosts this famous festival, with independent bookstores, music, and readings in the main square. Festa di San Rocco: On August 16, Rio Marina celebrates with spectacular fireworks and music. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,346 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112410000/112406200/112406149/e30ff42c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Elvi in the heart of Rio Elba Rio dell'Elba - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=112406149&PinnedHotelID=112406149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103050000/103040400/103040331/w1920h1285x0y1-0739e88d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Loggia di Vanda in the true heart of the island Rio dell'Elba - Kitchen - Parking available - Living/Dining area [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=103040331&PinnedHotelID=103040331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114200000/114199900/114199821/c26cab08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### In the heart of the little village Rio dell'Elba - Washer - Outdoor Space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=114199821&PinnedHotelID=114199821&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, oven](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122220000/122213800/122213757/1ec2c528.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Located on the ground floor and with separate entrance consists of a kitchen and a living room with Rio dell'Elba - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=122213757&PinnedHotelID=122213757&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83085000/83084951/0bd3464a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newly remodeled beach house with breathtaking views of the sea- close to beaches rio nell'elba, localita Padre Eterno - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=83084951&PinnedHotelID=83084951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115630000/115628900/115628817/0a91685b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Armonia - Elba Affitti Rio dell'Elba [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=115628817&PinnedHotelID=115628817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115930000/115926800/115926765/28629245.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Ariel in the historic village. 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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 IT049021C2I7T8573M ### 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 information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as bookingelbato\_197 ## About the area Rio is home to this villa. Castello del Volterraio and Spiaggia della Torre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Acquabona Elba Golf Club and Portoferraio Port. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. [Visit our Rio nell'Elba travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-NellElba.dx6269779) [View more Villas in Rio nell'Elba](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-NellElba-Villas.d6269779-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.81505%2C10.40007&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=a4ixMJvTax--zM1xMLmIxqTUKZI=) Rio Nell'Elba, Toscana ### What's nearby - ![Sunset on Elba The Island of Elba is the third largest Italian island after Sicily and Sardinia and is the largest in the Tuscan Archipelago. Elba has a coastline of 147 km. Elba is especially remembered for having been the home of Napoleon Bonaparte during his 1814 exile. Eight picturesque little towns (Portoferraio, Marciana, Marciana Marina, Campo nell'Elba, Capoliveri, Porto Azzurro, Rio nel'Elba and Rio Marina) are scattered over a rugged land, hilly and mountainous for the most part with the main mountain (Monte Capanne) 1019 metres high,](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4876/5c671f83-8d00-4a99-960d-031f4255d5c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Castello del Volterraio 11 min drive \- 3.9 km - Mineral Park of Elba Island 4 min drive \- 3.3 km - Museum of Elba Minerals and Mining 4 min drive \- 3.3 km - Rio Marina Beach 4 min drive \- 3.3 km - Eremo di Santa Caterina 6 min drive \- 1.8 km ### Getting around - Marina Di Campo Airport (EBA) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - Mambo 6 min drive - Bar Jolly 6 min drive - Bar Zio Charly 11 min drive - Osteria Vento In Poppa 6 min drive - Da Oreste La Strega 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa Il Guardingo pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Villa Il Guardingo? ### What time is check-out at Villa Il Guardingo? ### Where is Villa Il Guardingo located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Il Guardingo Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthias P. Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Tolles historisches Haus, liebevoll und schön renoviert. Die Lage und auch der Ort selber sind sehr außergewöhnlich und auch fern von den üblichen Touristenströmen. In Laufweite schöne italienische Bar für Frühstück und Apperitivo (Bar di Soto). Bäckerei und Restaurants in unmittelbarer Nähe. Mietauto notwendig, um die Insel zu erkunden. Fahrstrecken aber allesamt gut machbar. Betreuung sehr professionell, jederzeit ansprechbar. Haben gute Tips für Restaurants und Ausflüge bekommen. ##### Matthias P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Pascale B. Aug 27, 2025 ##### Pascale B. 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