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Elegant city apt., private swimming pool, parking,bikes, wifi, terrace

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Pool
Private pool in south facing garden, shared only with owner
Living area
living room showing north facing private balcony
Living Room-Dining Room area

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
bologna, bologna
    Ippodromo Arcoveggio
    6 min walk
    GSD Villa Erbosa
    7 min walk
    BolognaFiere
    8 min drive
    Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    14 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Elegant city apt., private swimming pool, parking,bikes, wifi, terrace

Enjoy the charm of ancient Bologna with all the comforts and amenities of a modern home in this centrally located rental with beautiful garden, private in-ground pool and off-street parking.
Sorry, we do not accept children teenagers, smokers, pets.
Equipped to a high spec, this 95 sq. m./1,000 sq. ft. apartment is part of a two-family midcentury-modern villa on a quiet residential street in the Bolognina (Little Bologna) area close to many of the city’s attractions and transportation. An independent-access hallway and one easy flight of stairs leads you into your home away from home, which features two bedrooms and a full bathroom; a well-equipped kitchen that would delight a serious cook; a living room/dining room; parquet floors throughout; and a private balcony.
This comfortable home has all the little things that count: abundant storage space; good lighting; screened, soundproof, shuttered windows; a library of books; a hair dryer, good soap and adapter plugs; linens (even wash cloths); beach towels for poolside lounging, satellite TV with English language news and programming; WIFI; even bicycles.
The apartment is a short walk or bike ride to the city’s historic center and to the central rail station (offering high-speed rail service to Florence, Venice, Rome, Milan and elsewhere), very close local rail ride to mysterious Ferrara, Parma, and a seven-minute car/taxi ride to Bologna’s airport. Nearby attractions include the Hippodrome, Bologna Trade Fair (Fiera), and the newly renovated canal area, near former 19th century ironworks which now host free summer-evening entertainment.
When you aren’t exploring, enjoy the beautiful garden (with herbs and seasonal fruit) or relax at the 12’x40’ pool (open from May to mid-Sept.; access shared with owner) with outdoor shower.
Your host, who speaks fluent English, Italian and Bolognese dialect will welcome you on arrival with beverages and traditional Italian snacks. In addition, the host/owner can
• Arrange rail ticket reservations one to two months in advance of visit with savings of up to 60% thanks to railway promotions
• Book nearby, reasonably priced indoor/outdoor tennis courts and an indoor pool in advance on behalf of guests and provide tennis rackets.
• Arrange food and wine tours
• Prepare traditional Bolognese meals upon request (at additional cost)
• Offer guidance on off-the-beaten-path museums and shops
• Illustrate easy bike paths to the historic center and bucolic countryside lanes nearby
Rental features
Bedroom 1 sleeps two in a US queen-size bed
Bedroom 2 sleeps two in single beds (a comfortable new fold-out chairbed can accommodate a fifth guest)
Bathroom features tub, shower, bidet plus ample storage
Salvarani kitchen features a SMEG oven, Whirlpool-Ignis dishwasher, DeLonghi microwave, food processor, toaster, espresso and Braun drip-coffee pots, tea kettle, pots and pans
Washing machine, ironing board and iron
Central air conditioning (extra fee)
Concept II rowing machine, light weights, exercise balls
Bicycles for up to four people
Free wireless broadband, local calls and satellite TV (with Sky subscription for English-language programming)
DVD Player
Security system
24/7 car access, as apartment is outside the “no drive” historic center, and free, on-site parking

Property manager

Ren

Languages

English, French, Italian

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 21
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Adults only
Sorry, we do not accept children or pets.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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 USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bologna

Located in Bologna, this apartment is in the city centre. Ducati Museum and Parco Nord Arena are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Path of the Gods and Tennis Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Land Rover Arena or Ippodromo Arcoveggio. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Land Rover Arena - 6 min drive
  • University of Bologna - 7 min drive
  • BolognaFiere - 8 min drive
  • Piazza Maggiore - 9 min drive
  • Sant'Orsola Malpighi Hospital - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Bologna Fiere Station - 7 min drive
  • Trebbo Corticella-lame Station - 11 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Tabacchi Le Due Torri - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Le Favole - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪2 Cuochi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Sorriso Ebe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ulisse - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Elegant city apt., private swimming pool, parking,bikes, wifi, terrace have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Elegant city apt., private swimming pool, parking,bikes, wifi, terrace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Elegant city apt., private swimming pool, parking,bikes, wifi, terrace located?

Located in Bolognina, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ippodromo Arcoveggio and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from BolognaFiere. GSD Villa Erbosa and Aldini Valeriani Sirani are also within 15 minutes. Bologna (IBT-Bologna Central Rail Station) is 27 minutes by foot and Bologna Central Station is 28 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joe M., North Jersey

Great hostess with a perfect apartment in Bologna
My wife and I are pleased to tell others what a great hostess Ren is and what a beautiful apartment she has to offer at a very reasonable price. The apartment is set up to accommodate four individuals comfortably. It has every accommodation and comfort one can want or expect. There are bikes to ride into town and an outdoor pool which is very rare to find - a private pool in Bologna. Ren is a complete and perfect hostess and conversationalist. She goes all out making the guests' stay as pleasant and easy as possible including recommendations on sites to see locally and, if you have a car, within driving distance of Bologna. Parking on site is a plus. The property is immaculately clean and safe with a walled and gated yard. The neighborhood is quiet and convenient. The hostess also equips the kitchen with plenty of food, utensils, , cooking tools, etc. so that your first night's stay and morning breakfast requires no run to the grocery store - the IPER-COOP which she recommends is a shopping experience well worth the visit even if you don't plan to cook large meals. My wife and I cannot recommend more highly any other place we have stayed and as Homeaway.com owners and hosts for two properties at the Jersey Shore, we have learned a lot about being better hosts ourselves from our new friend in Bologna. Joe
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Arnaud S.

Cersaie
Très bon séjour à Bologne chez Renée. Emplacement idéal entre le salon et le centre-ville. le logement est très soigné et Rennée est pleine d'intentions dans ses conseils pour les transports, restaurants et visites que vous aurez besoin de réaliser durant votre séjour.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

nancy m.

Bellissimo apartment, great hospitatly!
My family and I stayed 6 nights this July in Renée's and Donald's beautiful and elegant apartment. Upon arrival, Renée walked us around the apartment and made us feel right at home. She had also stocked the refrigerator with cold drinks and goodies for breakfast, including a delicious coffee cake and fresh peaches. The apartment was perfectly appointed and had everything you would need. Two beautiful bedrooms, large bath, lovely dining, salon, and terrace. The kitchen was appointed with everything you could need to prepare your meals. We enjoyed cooking in this space often. The weather was warm, and we enjoyed a swim in the pool nightly. Renée provided us with information about Bologna and the surrounding areas that allowed us to enjoy a week of culture, local food, and history. Our trip was not "touristy," but one that could only be organized by a local from the area. Her knowledge and insight was so appreciated. I'll never forget her kindness and her emails. It truly was a spectacular trip! I highly recommend staying at this apartment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fariba T.

A Wonderful Experience
We stayed with Renee and Don for 6 days in their lovely home in Bologna. Upon arrival Renee had prepared a large platter of regional salumi and cheeses, stocked beverages and wine and even baked a cake for us! She walked us through the property and gave us suggestions for things to do in town. The apartment is very clean and well furnished with all the necessary amenities.It is quite comfortable and the neighborhood is quiet, but only a walk or bike ride from the center of town. Renee's knowledge of Bologna greatly enhanced our trip. Her love of food and wine was invaluable. We followed her recommendations for restaurants and sampled local fare, all of which we enjoyed immensely. Renee's knowledge of the area's architecture and culture also added greatly to our experience. She even recommended and reserved tickets for a concert of Classical Music in a small beautiful Chapel for our group. Bologna is a hidden treasure in Italy that was made much more pleasurable through the efforts of our hostess. I would highly recommend staying at this apartment if you plan a trip here. Renee also recommended some excellent restaurants for us in Venice to enjoy upon our departure. Truly a gracious hostess!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

Lovely, spacious apartment, fantastic hospitality!
We had a lovely 3-night stay at Renee's spacious and comfortable duplex, upstairs from where she lived. Clean, comfortable, attractive--and with bicycles for 4 and a swimming pool (one of only a handful of private pools in Bologna)! Renee was amazingly attentive--provided us with beautiful and abundant breakfast food and drink, even gave us a bicycle tour of Bologna! (Americans used to wider roads and more rules should beware of biking in Italy, though.) At least as important for our family of 4 tourists who didn't speak Italian, and who had just arrived in Italy, she gave us useful basic information about everything--how to buy bus tickets, where to find groceries, what an Italian phone's busy signal and dial tone sounded like, etc. She helped us with buying advanced tickets for the next stage of our trip (in Florence) and printing up vouchers. She introduced us to local foods and drinks. In a word, she and her apartment were wonderful, in equal measures. If you need to be right in the heart of the Old City, or if you cannot climb a single flight of stairs, then this would not be for you. For us, it was an outstanding choice.

About the host

Hosted by Ren

Host profile image
A New Yorker who worked and lived abroad, I came to Bologna to work for 2 years but purchased a property here, learned Bolognese dialect and stayed intermittently for 20. I studied art history at university and received diplomas in food and wine so I can offer some sound suggestions on enjoying art, food and wine in Bologna and the surrounding towns.

Why they chose this property

The house was built in the aftermath of WWII when Bologna like the rest of Italy began its relentless march to post-war affluence in a paradoxical neighborhood- the 'Bolognina' that grew through the immigration of manual laborers from the countryside when the railway supplanted canals for trade and commerce. Yet today this area thrives thanks to small, entrepreneurial companies, several new Bologna Univ. departments and the new City Hall infrastructure which is just 15 blocks away. The house is close to the most modern shopping centers, plenty of Italian supermarkets and the very traditional outdoor food markets. It is near the newly (but light handedly) redeveloped old ironworks and the 'Blond's Bridge' that host popular and often free entertainment in the summer. There is the old Navile canal nearby, the hidden Chiusa di Corticella loch which opened in the 12th century and closed in 1948. The house doesn't pretend to be more than what it really is: well kept, welcoming, clean, comfortable, and practical. Another paradox: it's a 10 minute, old fashioned bike ride on bike paths crossing just 20 blocks to the Eurostar, one of the fastest, most modern trains in Europe. You’ll forget you're in the city in the quiet privacy of the house, pool, and lovely garden but it's walking distance to good local restaurants, easy to reach an animated cocktail bar or moving cultural event downtown if you want excitement, or get to a quiet shore near the Reno river and its canals for an unusual change of scenery.

What makes this property unique

Centrally located, on site parking, managed by friendly, educated resident on the property that you can count on to help you navigate Bologna and Italy-related travel, help you find the most interesting and good value for money food, wine, entertainment (often free) in the region. 10 months of the year you can ride the bicycles to go grocery shopping and touring. Or in the warmer months, just enjoy the garden, swim and relax between your sightseeing.

Languages:

English, French, Italian
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