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Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Exterior
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61130 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

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

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • 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
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,130 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 IT037031B4WMMJDT7X

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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 information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Olimpia Spacious Stone Villa Private Terrace Overlooking Pool

About the area

Map
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
  • Piazza Maggiore - 37 min drive - 47.9 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 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 lbs 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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Grizzana Morandi vacation 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 mi (20 km).

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Olimpia - Spacious stone villa with private terrace overlooking the pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

We had a fantastic week at this accommodation. Ruth was very welcoming and really helpful. A beautiful setting and a great location to explore Bologna and Florence
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10

We had a really wonderful week at Ruth's place. The surroundings are fantastic, the pool area is great, the terrace area nice and cozy and the apartment is really good and equipped with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Everything worked out great, we had a fantastic time and Ruth is a very accommodating host. Our kids loved the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Wir haben uns wunderbar erholt, das Haus war sehr gut ausgestattet und Ruth hat uns ganz unaufdringlich verwöhnt- wir haben sogar Gemüse aus ihrem Garten bekommen
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The accommodation was fantastic. We loved the location, easy travel to Bologna and Florence. The food and locals made our holiday very enjoyable. Ruth was attentive to our needs and answered questions quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

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

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

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

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

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

10/10

Très belles vacances
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Io e la mia famiglia abbiamo soggiornato nella bella villa Olimpia presso la struttura 6stanco nel periodo di agosto'21. Ruth è una ospite fantastica, instancabile e sempre attenta alle esigenze degli ospiti, impeccabilmente discreta. La villa è bella ben arredata pulitissima e completa di ogni attrezzatura. E che dire della bella piscina proprio di fronte alla villa? Comodissima nelle calde giornate di questa torrida estate, al rientro da gite, escursioni e passeggiate. Ambiente collinare con bei paesaggi e tramonti impagabili. Un'appennino a mio avviso poco valutato ma che vale la pena di scoprire entrando nel merito di cultura e tradizioni locali. Consiglio vivamente a tutti coloro che cercano un oasi di tranquillità e relax abbinato a confort e ricercatezza. Grazi di tutto Ruth un caro saluto. Paola e famiglia.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10

Heel mooie vakantie gehad
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

Abbiamo trascorso una settimana bmolti gradevole, in una casa bella e comoda. Vorremmo tornare!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

Wonderful walks, gracious folks, delicious breads at Antica Forneria bakery in Grizzana Morandi & meals at La Prada just south of rental. Olimpia is very relaxing and well stocked. A keeper!

10/10

Zu viert haben wir in dieser sehr schönen Unterkunft im kleinen Bergdorf gewohnt, ungestört und naturnah. Radfahren (vorher bitte das passende Ritzelpaket für erhebliche Anstiege montieren) war wegen der geringen Verkehrsdichte wunderbar möglich, Wandern genauso. Man konnte aber auch einfach mal zu Hause bleiben und Pool und Terrasse genießen. Der Ausflug nach Bologna hat uns viel Freude gemacht, die Stadt ist sehr sehenswert. Ein rundum gelungener Aufenthalt. Vielen Dank

10/10

6Stanco is the perfect place to relax and unwind. The villa is a gorgeous mix of old and new and is well equipped for a family of 6 which we were. The pool is fantastic and even with other people staying at the same time as we were it never felt crowded. Stanco itself is very small and quiet with a lovely, traditional Italian feel. There are 2 restaurants within walking distance. We tried La Prada and it’s worth going just for the sunset views. Amazing. Ruth is a perfect host. So welcoming from the first enquiry to greeting us when we arrived and hosting a fabulous dinner for all the guests on our third night. If you’re looking for a peaceful, relaxing week in beautiful surroundings then I can’t recommend 6Stanco highly enough. Thank-you Ruth and Andrea!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10

Ruth and her husband Andrea are very welcoming hosts. We were lucky to arrive at the time of community festivities and made welcome by the local community. Sunset by the pool or on the small terrace adjacent to Olimpia was a lovely way to end a day. The villa is well appointed. Only slight niggles are that the internet is slow at times and I don’t like paying ‘extras’ - would rather cleaning and pool towels were included in the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

This is the third time we’ve stayed at 6Stanco ... and we come back for good reason. Ruth, our host, delivers an outstanding service. She’s completely in the background unless you need something - then she’s right there, sorting it for you if you need help. For example, my husband is a wheelchair user and we wanted to use the local train to Florence (only an hour away, incidentally - I’ll come on to location next...). She got up incredibly early and escorted us to the station, helping us load the train with husband, wheelchair and 2 kids (I could manage myself!). She and her husband host a meal with all the residents each week (villa & 2 loft apartments) which is lovely - they speak fluent French, Italian (obviously) and English. They also do a bit of German & Dutch. 6Stanco is positioned LITERALLY perfectly for exploring so many parts of northern Italy. Bologna (where we usually fly in to) is 40 mins away (and as stunning as Florence, in our view), Modena (worth it just for the authentic balsamic), Ravenna, Parma, Pisa, Ferrara and, of course, Florence are easily doable as a day trip. You won’t find more stunning views across the border in Tuscany...we don’t think, anyway. There are two fab restaurants within walking distance of the property and they’re very reasonably priced too. If you want to stay in, the villa has its own patio with STUNNING sunset views. It also had a full kitchen with many basics included for your use (who wants to buy a bottle of olive oil or condiments on holiday??) it even has fresh filter coffee waiting for you in the fridge (alongside the bottle of Prosecco). The loft apartments also have cooking facilities and a shared large patio - you can even use a BBQ. We’ve always had a really good time with the other guests - but you can keep yourself to yourself too, if you prefer. The pool is plenty big enough for all the guests, but is often free during the day as many people go visiting the numerous cities and towns on day trips. So if you fancy an indulgent rest one day, you’re likely to have peace & quiet. We’ll be back again - we can’t imagine a better place to spend quality family time together...and we’ve done a decent amount of travelling over the years. You need to hire a car to get to places, but you won’t be disappointed - be ready to experience the best of italy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

As a family of 6, we stayed in the Olimpia house at 6Stanco in July 2018. It was very clean, spacious and really well equipped with a washing machine, dishwasher, cooking utensils and books for example. The owners Ruth and Andreas were very helpful and welcoming. Our children had hours of fun in the great pool, trampoline and spacious cool play room. The WiFi was excellent supporting many devices at once, our family really tested the bandwidth! With lovely views all around it felt like we were on top of the world. The local pizza night was lovely, with tasty pizza and a friendly community. Great location for Etruscan heritage, WW2 history, and visits to Florence, Bologna, and the Lamborghini and Ferrari museums. Fab pizza in Bambu in Vergato and lovely meal in Nel Castagneto. Superb in every way. The B family.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10

What a great holiday in the clean fresh hillside air. But it was still hot too, so the pool and its loungers were so inviting. We stayed in Olimpia, an excellent house and very comfortable with its old world feel of stone wall and wooden beams. The furnishings are attractive and it all bears testimony to Ruth's architectural design skills. She is very helpful indeed. We so enjoyed the terrace for al fresco eating, the peace, the birds flying, the starry skies and those beautifully surprising fireflies which drift around like mini flashing torchlights. It is all only a short car ride to the train station for Florence, Bologna and beyond. We recommend this very highly indeed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We enjoyed a very relaxing week at this property. The accommodation was of a very high standard with thoughtful touches like basic commodities, a bottle of wine, soap in the bathroom etc. The owners hosted a fabulous evening of food, drink and great company for all the people staying on their site. They were very friendly and helped out with queries about our excursions whenever we asked. Ruth in particular was around all week and often to be seen, making catching up with queries seem effortless. There were lots of local places and activities that she was able to advise on and help with organising too. We were a group of 5 adults and the accommodation was spacious as well as comfortable (we were in the 6 person accommodation next to the swimming pool). We would definitely recommend a stay at this location.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This is the 2nd time we've stayed at 6Stanco and we've booked again for next year - this, from the family who have never visited the same place twice! The reasons are clear: - the property (Olimpia) is clean, fantastically well equipped and has plenty of space. There's no need to go straight to the supermarket and buy everything - it's all there, including peripherals that you normally make do without. The pool is great - a good size and clean and much needed after a day out - the host, Ruth, is utterly brilliant. Nothing is too much trouble but you wouldn't notice she's there unless you needed her. She works relentlessly to keep the place spotless and when nature takes it course (i.e. No rain for months, leading to a momentary shortage) they ensured that the guests had everything possible so we barely noticed (disposable plates, lots of bottled water...) also note that Andrea (Ruth's husband) also endured all of the elderly people in the village had plenty of water too - a measure of their good standing. - the location is stunningly beautiful and also a near-perfect base for so many places. Bologna, Modena, Ferrari museum, Ducatti museum are all very close, with Florence, Siena, Piza etc all within reach for a day trip. You can even get up early and make it to the Rimini coast & back if you're so inclined. We've been kept occupied for 2 weeks so far and still have so much more to do next year, including re-visiting the places we loved. You won't be bored, that's for sure. Finally, for those whom this fact is important - my husband is disabled, with limited mobility. The Olimpia property has a full downstairs bedroom & bathroom (so our daughter got the 4 poster upstairs!) we spoke to Ruth before our first visit and she was more than happy to send photos and discuss individual requirements. Brilliant in every way
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Beautiful views, great accommodation. Ruth and her family are perfect hosts and nothing it too much trouble. We hope to return again sometime soon.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This is our third holiday at 6Stanco and yet again we had a wonderful holiday. Our villa was clean and had everything we needed for our holiday. Nothing is too much trouble for a Ruth and she makes sure that you can relax and enjoy yourself