Countryside base in Emilia Romagna

[Kportgrl]

We are going to be in Italy in May and plan to spend about a week exploring the Emilia Romagna region. Instead of city hoping between Bologna, Modena, Parma etc., we thought it might be nice to find a base in the country. Looking for specific recommendations of wonderful accommodations (farm stays, ideally with some kitchen facilities). Thanks!

 

[Ian Sutton]

The only one we've stayed in didn't have kitchen facilities, though checking the website they say they've got barbecues and also will provide plates, cutlery etc. allowing you to eat in the same areas they serve breakfast.

Gallery – Il Cavicchio

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The location is south of Bologna, and Rastignano, isn't great for where you ant to explore and itself isn't something to get too excited about, but Pianoro further south was a bit more interesting to us. It is on a bus route into Bologna if you want a no car day, plus they had bikes that were free to use, which we used to cycle to the truffle festival in Pianoro.

So my gut feeling is it's probably not the right place, as the location isn't convenient for exploring along via Emilia, and the lack of a physical kitchen may be an annoyance)

Well worth a browse of www.agriturismo.it if you haven't already

 

[Kportgrl]

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The only one we've stayed in didn't have kitchen facilities, though checking the website they say they've got barbecues and also will provide plates, cutlery etc. allowing you to eat in the same areas they serve breakfast.

Gallery – Il Cavicchio

Il vostro sogno in Emilia Romagna vi aspetta!

www.ilcavicchio.it

The location is south of Bologna, and Rastignano, isn't great for where you ant to explore and itself isn't something to get too excited about, but Pianoro further south was a bit more interesting to us. It is on a bus route into Bologna if you want a no car day, plus they had bikes that were free to use, which we used to cycle to the truffle festival in Pianoro.

So my gut feeling is it's probably not the right place, as the location isn't convenient for exploring along via Emilia, and the lack of a physical kitchen may be an annoyance)

Well worth a browse of www.agriturismo.it if you haven't already

The only one we've stayed in didn't have kitchen facilities, though checking the website they say they've got barbecues and also will provide plates, cutlery etc. allowing you to eat in the same areas they serve breakfast.

Gallery – Il Cavicchio

Il vostro sogno in Emilia Romagna vi aspetta!

www.ilcavicchio.it

The location is south of Bologna, and Rastignano, isn't great for where you ant to explore and itself isn't something to get too excited about, but Pianoro further south was a bit more interesting to us. It is on a bus route into Bologna if you want a no car day, plus they had bikes that were free to use, which we used to cycle to the truffle festival in Pianoro.

So my gut feeling is it's probably not the right place, as the location isn't convenient for exploring along via Emilia, and the lack of a physical kitchen may be an annoyance)

Well worth a browse of www.agriturismo.it if you haven't already

Thankyou Ian. I will look at it and the agriturismo cite. I think I had browsed? But will go back and check.

 

[Ian Sutton]

Sawdays aka Special places to stay is another source worth a look, rarely with that many places, but with a strong lean towards the real/quirky i.e. opposite end of the scale to modern hotels. Just 5 listed, but they look to be in keeping with the Sawday's ethos, which prioritises charm over facilities.

Villas in Emilia-Romagna and special places to stay | Sawday's

Explore our villas in Emilia-Romagna and special places to stay. Sawday's has over 25 years' experience visiting the best villas, b&bs and hotels for a holiday!

www.sawdays.co.uk

 

[Kportgrl]

Thanks so much. Looks very intriguing!

 

[joe]

Here's a thread I posted 4 years ago with various resources than can help find an agriturismo. Some may be outdated. I haven't stayed in an agriturismo in the area you are researching, but I have stayed at quite a few in other regions. Never been disappointed - on the contrary, this is our preferred way of accommodation - and it is worth devoting some time to find one that suits your needs best. Your problem will probably be to choose which one....
BTW one of the most easiest ways to see the large number of options is just to open Google Maps to the area you are researching, and to type "agriturismi" in the search bar. Good luck.

 

[artnbarb]

We stayed at CORTE BEBBI back in 2010 and we loved the location, the apartment and the host. Looks like they're still in business.

 

[Fedina]

We have stayed at Podere Prasiano, an agriturismo several times. Located in the hills 30 minutes from Modena and Bologna, we found the area beautiful with lots to do. Parma is an hour or so away. Emanuela and Massimo, the proprietors were extremely friendly, attentive and interactive. The food was delicious, breakfast was included and dinner is available (half board) most days. Lots to see in this lovely area. But, no kitchen available. https://www.podereprasiano.com