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Charming apartment "Antonio" in historical Villa Calanco on the hills of Dozza

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Exterior
Property grounds
Pool
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 449 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Dozza,
  • Enoteca Regionale Emilia Romagna
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sforza Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming apartment "Antonio" in historical Villa Calanco on the hills of Dozza

Located on the hills of the first countryside of Romagna, at 1 km from the medieval village of Dozza and 25 km from Bologna, Villa Calanco Country House is an elegant eighteenth-century country house set in a parkland with ancient trees and a farm of more than 3 hectares. The structure has just been completely renovated by the owners who have personally taken care of the details with particular care and with full respect of its history.The apartments has been carefully restored and furnished, which keep intact the charm of the rural tradition of Romagna, like the ancient terracotta, wood, raftered ceiling , antique doors and furniture, giving life to a sober and elegant style that blends the modern comforts.The comfortable and privileged geographical position allows to reach cities rich in history and art as Bologna ( 25 km), Ravenna (52 km), Ferrara (74 km), Imola ( 7 km), Faenza ( 22 km), Brisighella ( 32km) and Dozza (1 km), one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.


FOR SPORTS :

Hiking and mountain biking around the Villa
Trekking in the surrounding hills
Golf Club in Castel San Pietro Terme at 10 km
Tennis at 2Km
Horse Riding at 2 Km

FOR FANS OF MOTORSPORTS :

Besides the Autodromo Internazionale of Imola, the factories and museums of the Ferrari, Ducati, Maserati, Lamborghini are easily accessible. Several proposals visible on www.motorsite.it

FOR LOVER OF GOOD FOOD:

The area offers a variety of courses related to the food and wine tradition typical of Romagna. Typical products are piadina, salami and the 'minestre', those are the first courses of handmade pasta ranging from noodles to macaroni comb (garganelli), ravioli with ricotta, tortellini. Among the main courses meat on the grill, as mutton and sausage. Everything always accompanied by the famous local wines.

Property manager

Franco Giaconia
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT037025B4H6OIZ659, CIR 037025 - CV - 00005

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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

About the area

Dozza

Located in Dozza, this apartment is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Quadrone Oasis and Piazzale Dante, while Sforza Castle and Town Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari or Monte Coralli Motocross. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Dozza,

What's nearby

  • Enoteca Regionale Emilia Romagna - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sforza Castle - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Imola Piazza Matteotti - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Castel Guelfo Outlets - 13 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Toscanella Station - 4 min drive
  • Imola Station - 10 min drive
  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Asiatique Thai Cuisine - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Osteria di Dozza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Le Bistrot - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante La Scuderia - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chi Du Burdel di Gaetta Andrea e C. SNC - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming apartment "Antonio" in historical Villa Calanco on the hills of Dozza have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Charming apartment "Antonio" in historical Villa Calanco on the hills of Dozza pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming apartment "Antonio" in historical Villa Calanco on the hills of Dozza?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming apartment "Antonio" in historical Villa Calanco on the hills of Dozza?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming apartment "Antonio" in historical Villa Calanco on the hills of Dozza located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Enoteca Regionale Emilia Romagna and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Fattoria Monticino Rosso Winery. Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari and Palazzo Machirelli are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katharine W.

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

A wonderful week

We have just returned from a wonderful week at Villa Calanco, where we received a warm welcome from Franco. The apartment was clean, comfortable and very spacious for the two of us. The grounds are beautiful with lots of places to sit and enjoy views of the surrounding countryside. Whilst the Villa has a real country feel, it is well placed for easy access to the motorway and close to free parking at the nearby train station, making it easy to take day trips to Bologna, Ravenna, Florence etc. After days exploring, it was always lovely to come back to cool off in the well-maintained swimming pool. We would highly recommend a stay at Villa Calanco.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riccardo D.

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

6 Ore Wec

Perfetta
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henk S.

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

Beautiful location

In the vicinity of Bologna, Ravenna and Ferrara. Imola was a surprise. Wonderful and very well managed swimming pool. Wine from the house. All things needed are present in the apartment. Airco. Very friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

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

Wunderschöne Unterkunft und toller Gastgeber!

Es hat alles perfekt gepasst. Die Unterkunft und der Gastgeber sind wunderbar.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Marc S., Monster, The Netherlands

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

Beautiful apartment, grounds and pool. Kind owner's.

Beautiful apartment, grounds and pool. Kind owner's.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Schöner Ort mit viel Grün

Sehr geschmackvoll restaurierte und gut ausgestattete Wohnungen mit feinem Schwimmbad inmitten der Natur.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dieter S.

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

Wir haben in Dozza einen schönen und sehr erholsamen Urlaub verbracht.

Unsere Erwartungen wurden mehr als erfüllt. Das Anwesen ist sehr groß und bietet viele schöne Orte zum entspannen. Der Pool war angenehm groß und hat unseren Kindern und uns sehr viel Spaß bereitet. In unserem Appartement haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Alles war bei unserer Anreise wunderschön vorbereitet. Die Ferienwohnung können wir nur weiterempfehlen. Grazie Franco
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S., Berlin

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

great villa and relaxing garden!

Beautiful old villa, stylishly restored with a huge garden and modern pool. We really enjoyed our time there and also enjoyed the animals (goats, chickens, geese). In the garden you'll find fruits and vegetables and many idyllic dining and seating areas. Everything is very clean and well maintained. Dozza is a pretty little artist village and easy to reach on foot. Our favorite city of Bologna is only 30 km away and is always worth a visit. We can definitely recommend the location and would be happy to come back again. Many thanks to the friendly host Franco & his family. Delia, Alex and Nina from Berlin
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

JEAN-YVES R.

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

Juste parfait

Un accueil très agréable. Une très belle propriété au calme. L’appartement Antonio est juste parfait tout est à disposition avec dans le frigo une bouteille de vin blanc et une de San Pelegrino. Le propriétaire Franco est très souriant et très accueillant, il nous a permis de passer un séjour très agréable. La situation géographique de la propriété est parfaite, Dozza est une commune de toute beauté, à moins de 6 km d’Imola et à moins de 30 km de Bologna. Nous avons pu naviguer pendant une semaine dans l’Emilia Romagna et garderons de ce séjour des souvenirs merveilleux. Nous reviendrons sûrement dans cette région et pourquoi pas ici. Jean-Yves
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ursula B.

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

Villa Calanco im Juni

Ein herrlich entspannter Ort! Die diskrete, freundliche Eigentümerfamilie, der herrliche Pool, die ruhige Atmosphäre, das schöne , luftige Grundstück am Hang, die Lage sowie eine Ferienwohnung, die perfekt ausgestattet war- alles so, wie man es sich wünscht ! Wir freuten uns jedes Mal, nach einem schönen Ausflug zurück zu kommen!! Grazie, Franco 😀👌🏻
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Natalia H.

Villa in wunderschöner Umgebung

Geschmackvoll eingerichtete Wohnung in einer schönen alten Villa, tolle Landschaften in der nahen Umgebung, entspannte kleine Ortschaften in der Nähe und bei Bedarf auch trubelig große Städte.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

R B.

Delightful apartment for visiting area

Enjoyed the apartment with its old history and features. Nice to have bedroom upstairs via spiral staircase. Spacious grounds with nice swimming pool and eating out areas. Dozza is a picturesque village with good eating venues, a castle and fascinating wall art. The region contains historic and scenic places to visit. Franco was a good friendly host
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mathias W.

Schön

Es waren wunderbare Tage. Schöne Ferienwohnung. Sehr zu empfehlen.

10/10 Excellent

Konrad M., Tholen

Rustig, mooi landgoed, centraal gelegen

Wij verbleven een week in het appartement 'Antonio'. Het appartement is sfeervol ingericht, mooi, ruim en schoon. Alleen de eetkamerstoelen zitten niet echt heel comfortabel. De ontvangst door de gastheer was allervriendelijkst. Ook gedurende de week is de gastheer steeds in de buurt voor vragen, maar hij houdt zich verder op de achtergrond. De buitenruimte is heel mooi. Er zijn verschillende zitjes in de tuin en bij het zwembad zijn genoeg ligstoelen met parasol. Het nabijgelegen plaatsje Dozza is zeker de moeite waard. Op een paar minuten rijden zijn supermarkten, tankstations en ander soort voorzieningen. Ook centraal gelegen voor een bezoek aan Bologna of Ravenna. Het is fijn om na een bezoek aan de stad terug te komen in de rust van het landgoed. Aanrader!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Tony E.

Friendly and helpful owner. Clean apartment

We enjoyed our stay. Relaxed and quiet location. I would recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susanne K.

Erholsamer Aufenthalt in wunderschönem Landhaus

Wir haben 14 Tage im Apartment Antonio verbracht und unserem Aufenthalt dort sehr genossen. Die Wohnung ist sehr schön im Landhausstil eingerichtet und war sauber und ordentlich. Die Villa Calanco liegt sehr ruhig inmitten von Hügeln und Weinbergen. Bei schönen Wetter kann man sich an den neuen Pool legen oder die vielen Sitzgruppen im Garten nutzen. Das Grundstück ist riesig groß. Dozza liegt sehr zentral in der Emilia-Romagna, sodass es sich ideal als Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge nach Bologna, Ravenna, Modena oder in den Appennin anbietet. Franco ist ein sehr netter und angenehmer Gastgeber und wir können die Villa Calanco weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mattias G.

Schön gelegen und liebevoll restauriert

In einem großen Garten finden sich viele Plätze zum Ausruhen. Die Wohnungen sind geräumig, hell, schön eingerichtet und funktionell und gut gesichert. Leider wurde während unserer Anwesenheit an dem Pool gebaut und stand so nicht zur Verfügung.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lovely Dozza

We spent a wonderful week at Villa Calanco, outside of the village of Dozza. Our apartment was cozy and charming, with a cottage feel. It was well equipped and extremely clean. The only drawbacks were a very firm mattress and bed pillows and the spiral staircase to the second floor bedroom and bath might not appeal to everyone. The rural setting was surrounded with vineyards and picturesque fields, in what is still an active agricultural area. The grounds are beautiful, with chickens and goats on the property, and fresh eggs are available. Our host Franco was extremely helpful and accommodating in providing information about places to visit in the neighboring towns. He was available when needed, but never intrusive. Despite the rural setting of the property, a large supermarket is within a five minute drive, and the city of Imola is less than a 15 minute drive. A short ride up the road is the tiny village of Dozza, with its castle and old world charm. Convenient free parking is at the entrance to the village, with a short walk up the hill. The village hosts four excellent, reasonably priced restaurants which were a pleasant surprise. Over the years the walls of the buildings have been painted with murals by visiting artists in styles varying from classical to modern. Rather than drive to Bologna, we opted to take the train from Imola, a less than 30 minute trip. Other towns, such as Ravenna, San Marino and Ferrara are within driving distance for day trips. This was our first time in the Emilia Romagna region, and it was a very memorable experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John Welshman

A very nice stay in a lovely house

Franco is a great host and very helpful. Apartment Antonio was perfect for two people (three or four would have been a tight fit) and is very well kitted out with everything you need. We enjoyed eating outside in the various areas provided in the garden and the pool was great. For eating out in Dozza we'd recommend La Scuderia and La Corte di Caterina which is right by the castle with wonderful views. We would definitely recommend this apartment and villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Hannah A.

Calm and restful retreat

Villa Calanco proved to be exactly as expected from the website. Apartment Antonio was charming and comfortable, with everything we needed. the owner and family were more than helpful. We signed up for one of their cookery classes which was really interesting followed by a delightful meal with the family. The location of Villa Calanco is ideal for many places - Bologna, Ravenna, Rimini - we even drove as far a Verona and Padua in a day. And the painted village of Dozza is unique and charming. Apartments Antonio and Anna are accessed from the first floor, which I think isn't clear from the website so to reach the numerous relaxing areas in the grounds you have to go downstairs. "Antonio" faces up hill over the gardens and gets the evening sun; from "Anna" you look down hill over the valley with distant views and get the sun in the morning. All in all, would highly recommend this place; very peaceful and restful.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

otten s.

Great atmosphere!

We stayed 7 days in apartment Antonio. The apartment and the entire complex has been renovated and decorated with care. The property has a refined, civilized and friendly atmosphere and so is the owner. If you don't have to pay a deposit and cleaningcosts that gives a sense of mutual trust and respect!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable calm place plus charming landscape.

We stayed for two weeks in the apartment Antonio, well-equipped and clean. The beautiful garden around the well-restored Villa is perfect for relaxing as well as for children to play. Franco offered a lot of updated information for getting familar with Dozza and the region around. The place is an excellent starting point for a number of short and longer excursions. There are good shopping opportunities, especially in the near Imola. That's definitely a place to come back and stop by at least for a few days.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ina H.

Der perfekte Auftakt für unseren Italienurlaub

wir haben 5 Nächte im Apartment Antonio gewohnt und die hier eingestellten Fotos werden allem gerecht. Es ist alles mit so viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet, eine perfekte Kombi aus alt, neu und dabei noch praktikabel. Die Wohnung war sehr sauber und es gab ein Buch in dem wir alle nötigen Informationen nachlesen konnten. Es gibt einen riesigen sehr gepflegten Garten in dem man sich aufhalten kann. Der Vermieter ist zurückhaltend und sehr freundlich, wenn man eine Frage hat aber immer schnell zu finden. Restaurants und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten finden sich im nahe gelegenen Dozza, einem wunderschönen kleinen Künstlerdorf oder wer es größer mag etwas weiter weg in Imola. Wir haben Ausflüge nach Bologna, Ravenna, Parma oder Ferrara unternommen, alles leicht über die Autobahn zu erreichen oder mit dem Zug. Wir haben und werden diese wunderschöne Unterkunft immer gern weiterempfehlen und freuen uns auf unseren nächsten Besuch.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ruediger H.

Idealer Standort

Wir waren zwei Wochen in der Wohnung Antonio. Die Villa ist ein sehr schön renovierter alter Gutshof, der seit mehreren hundert Jahren im Familienbesitz ist. Alles ist sehr gepflegt, die Wohnung sehr gemütlich und mit allem ausgestattet, was im Urlaub benötigt wird. Eine eigene Waschmaschine ist ebenfalls vorhanden. Die Lage der Villa Calanco ist ideal für Ausflüge in die schönen Städte der Emilia Romagna. Wir haben ebenfalls Ausflüge in die Toskana (Florenz, Pisa, Lucca) unternommen. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten gibt es im nahen Dozza oder ein paar Kilometer weiter in Imola. Die freundliche Vermieterfamilie ist sehr hilfsbereit, dabei aber nie aufdringlich. Die Bilder und Beschreibungen sind absolut korrekt. Wir können die Villa Calanco uneingeschränkt empfehlen. Rüdiger und Elke aus Hagen

About the host

Hosted by Franco Giaconia

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Franco was born in Tuscany and has known Teresa on a trip to Africa. Both are travel enthusiasts.
In 1999, Franco, Teresa, and the kids Antonio and Anna from Tuscany are transfered in Dozza.
Franco immediately was fascinated by Villa Calanco, dwelling which since 1700 has been owned by the family of Teresa
As a restorer has personally coordinated and executed many of the restoration works that have lasted over 10 years.
Teresa, graduate in history, works at the State Archives of Imola.
Antonio is an architect and works in a technical office in Imola and Anna study at the University of Bologna.

Why they chose this property

Privileged location - In peaceful countryside but easy to reach from the motorway, from the train station, airport of Bologna. Excellent and convenient base for visits cultural tourism. A few minutes from all services, various typical restaurants, food stores and supermarket.
Charming apartments - Spacious, independent and real quality apartments, characteristic, carefully restored and equipped with all comforts and furnished keeping intact the charm of the rural tradition of Romagna.

What makes this property unique

We believe that we are offering something that has been missing in Romagna: not average farm holiday accommodation, not uninspiring flats, but cozy apartments in historical villa in which the owners themselves reside, amid the charm of history , comfort and tradition.
Family management - Managing reservations, keys delivery, ceck-in and ceck-out run by Franco and his family who live in the main part of the villa and are always available for any question or information

Languages:

English, Italian

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