La Casetta, romantic cottage with swimming pool (Bologna, Ravenna, Florence)
A romantic stone cottage, perfect for a couple, offers a large living room with a sofa bed and a well-equipped kitchen, a double bedroom on the mezzanine and a bathroom with a shower. Central heating and with wood stove. Large garden and terrace for lunch and relaxation. Services: TV, tourist guides, washing machine, wifi. New outdoor communal pool with panoramic views. Porcaticcio Holiday Home is a stone farmhouse renovated since 2007 on the Tuscan-Romagna Apennines. 2 hectares of wood surround the property. Porcaticcio offers two possibilities for living. La Casetta (2-3 persons) is a romantic stone cottage, perfect for couples. The Tower-House (2-5 persons) is a spacious and elegant apartment in the owners' house, Cornelis and Gabriela. Large private outdoor spaces. Upon your arrival you will find in the kitchen some basic necessities such as extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper, sugar, coffee and tea and, of course, pasta. The linen is included. Animals are welcome. The owners have a border collie, his young daughter and two cats. Art and yoga: if you wish you can sculpt or paint with Cornelis (to find out more, look for artcornelis on the web). You can also practice yoga with Gabriela. In the house you will find numerous maps and guides of the territory and of the main cities.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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About the area
Casola Valsenio
Located in Casola Valsenio, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Valmaggiore Church and Sanctuary of the Madonna della Neve are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cantina Tramosasso and Tre Monti Winery. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
Giardino delle Erbe "A. Rinaldi Ceroni" - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
Museum of the Mountain Folk - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
Sanctuary of the Madonna della Neve - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
Cave of King Tiberius - 17 min drive - 13.9 km
Monte Battaglia Fortress - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
Getting around
Castel Bolognese Riolo Terme Station - 30 min drive
Forlì Intl. Airport (FRL) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Trattoria La Bicocca - 23 min drive
Osteria I Vecchi Leoni - 19 min drive
Croce Daniele - 51 min drive
Bar Nuovo - 7 min drive
Bar Centrale Lilly - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does La Casetta, romantic cottage with swimming pool (Bologna, Ravenna, Florence) have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at La Casetta, romantic cottage with swimming pool (Bologna, Ravenna, Florence)?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Casetta, romantic cottage with swimming pool (Bologna, Ravenna, Florence) on 14 May 2026 start from £84, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is La Casetta, romantic cottage with swimming pool (Bologna, Ravenna, Florence) pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at La Casetta, romantic cottage with swimming pool (Bologna, Ravenna, Florence)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at La Casetta, romantic cottage with swimming pool (Bologna, Ravenna, Florence)?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.
What time is check-out at La Casetta, romantic cottage with swimming pool (Bologna, Ravenna, Florence)?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is La Casetta, romantic cottage with swimming pool (Bologna, Ravenna, Florence) located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Church of St. Stephen, Museum of the Mountain Folk and Valmaggiore Church. Sanctuary of the Madonna della Neve and Cave of King Tiberius are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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This property is exactly how I envisioned the italian countryside! Cornelius's sculptures only helped to enhance my experience. They are truly great hosts!!!
Christine D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aileen F.
6 Oct 2010
"The house is a beautiful...
"The house is a beautiful bijoux cottage with all modern comforts. The driveway is steep but perfectly manageable. Cornelis and Gabriella are delightful and very helpful and knowledgeable. The area has a lot to offer but for higher climbing you need to go towards San Bernadino in Alpe. Beware of the restaurant La Betulla although it is VERY good it is not as close to the road as you think and there is a 15 minute drive up some steep road to eventually get there. A wonderful house for a relaxing holiday"
Durch sehr sommerliches Wetter konnten wir die ganze Zeit über draußen sein und den schönen Pool genießen.
Wir durften im Baumhaus schlafen, da es im Haus zu stickig war. Das war immer sehr schön.
In der nahen Umgebung gibt es einen schönen Wasserfall mit Naturpool. Das Häuschen ist gut ausgestattet.
Sehr liebevolle Gastgeber sind vor Ort.
Wir hatten einen wunderbaren zweiwöchigen Urlaub: Eine liebevoll ausgestattete Unterkunft, eine atemberaubende Umgebung und zwei GastgeberInnen, die es leicht machen, sich wohl zu fühlen.
Christiane E.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Fabienne L.
18 Aug 2016
Calme, repos, gite charmant et gentillesse des propriétaires
Nous avons adoré notre séjour dans le joli gite de Gabriela et Cornélius. Calme, sérénité et fraicheur (très appréciable au mois d'août !). Le gite est charmant, idéal pour un couple. A notre disposition, une petite terrasse privative où nous pouvions prendre nos repas et même un joli jardin sur le côté. Qui plus est, le jardin et l'intérieur du gite sont agrémentés de tableaux et des belles sculptures de Cornélius. C'est un environnement idéal pour ceux qui sont sensibles à l'art. Gabriela est une personne vraiment très accueillante. Elle nous a donné de bons conseils et s'est toujours montré très disponible. Si ce n'était pas si loin, on y retournerait volontiers !
Fabienne L.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Chère Fabienne,
merci beaucoup pour votre réponse rapide et si positive. Nous sommes vraiment heureux que vous avez eu un bon séjour à Porcaticcio di Sopra . Nous vous souhaitons encore un bon été !
Meilleurs salutations - Tanti saluti!
Gabriela et Cornelis
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Guntram K.
2 Jun 2016
Sehr gepflegtes Feriendomiil
Wir haben die Woche in Gabriels und Cornelis Ferienhaus sehr genossen und uns hier sehr wohl gefühlt. 2
Guntram K.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Vielen Dank!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Verna M.
11 Aug 2015
Peaceful mountain retreat
Porcaticcio's stone cottage exceeded our expectations - the setting is beautiful, peaceful, scenic and beautiful sculptures were peppered about the garden. Upon arrival we were greeted by the owners and their two dogs, Baccio and Spotty (whom our daughter fell in love with). The friendliness and hospitality of the owners were amazing. Thanks Gabriella for the delicious dessert!!
If you're looking for a holiday away from the maddening crowd but still close enough to be able to visit the beautiful picturesque old town nearby, make day trips to beautiful Florence, Brigishella for the best olive oil, Faenza (ceramics), Revenna (Dante's final resting place) or even Venice - this is the place for you. The location, layout and facilities were so much bigger and impressive than what the photos show. (Washing machine, coffee maker, cooker, oven, fan - all the comforts of home)
We definitely recommend the property to anyone looking for some peace and quiet in the beautiful Emilia-Romagne countryside.
Verna M.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are really pleased you could spend a good time here, finding an inspiring atmophere to write, read, walk and visit our surroundings. ...Also our Bacio and Spotty were happy to find new friends that could play with them.
All the best to you and your family. Gabriela & Cornelis
Archival
8/10 Good
Ulrike E.
19 May 2015
Entspannung pur
Ruhiger Platz über dem Tal, mit schönem Blick, geschmackvoll gestaltetes Haus, anregend durch die verschiedenen Kunstwerke von Cornelis.
Wir haben uns in der Frühlingswoche wunderbar erholt. Man kann direkt vom Haus aus tolle Streifzüge durch Berge machen (Kastanienwälder, Eichen...) Es gibt einiges zu entdecken: geologisch und in Flora und Fauna.
Wir haben auch einige Stachelschwein Stacheln gefunden...
Dass auch die Kulturstädte Bologna und Ravenna so nah sind - prima.
Gabriella und Cornelis sind dazu sehr anregende Gastgeber... und wer das italienische Essen liebt, bekommt von ihnen gute Tipps für alle Arten von Restaurants.
Ulrike und Knut
Ulrike E.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Dear Ulrike and Knut,
we really thank you for your positive review. When our guests spend a positive time in our place, we are sincerely happy. We love this place and liked to share it with you. Have a good summertime.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Paul R.
14 Jul 2014
The Ideal Holiday Retreat
All the information on the website was accurate.As with many beautiful locations it is difficult for the photographs to convey just how good the location is.If you like peace and quiet, beautiful scenery, but with the option to drive to interesting towns and cities this will tick all the boxes.
Gabriela and Cornelis were great hosts making the booking process very easy, and suggesting interesting places to visit whilst providing background information to the area.
Highlights of our stay were visits to Bologna, Fiesole(looking down on Florence),Ferrara,the mosaics at Ravenna, wandering the streets of Imola at the time of the music festival, Modena including the Ferrari museum, the list could go on!
Sometimes you need a little luck, and ours was to witness the natural phenomenon of the nightly display of around 200 fire flies.
We would not hesitate in recommending Porcaticcio Di Sopra as the property is called.If you do decide to visit, say ciao to Bacio the friendly Border Collie who always greeted us on returning from a days sight seeing .
Happy days.
Paul R.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you so much. It is a great pleasure for us to know that you had a great time in Porcaticcio di Sopra and spent a good holiday. All the best to you and your family! Gabriela, Cornelis and ...Bacio.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
christine B.
31 Aug 2012
"très bon accueil de Gabr...
"très bon accueil de Gabriela,logement et environnement très agréable et bien entretenus. Nous gardons un excellent souvenir de ce séjour. Grand terrain également pour notre chienne qui a beaucoup apprécié également. A recommander !"
christine B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
gemma f.
4 Aug 2012
"ALL IS PERFECT"...
"ALL IS PERFECT"
gemma f.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Frank H.
7 Jul 2012
"We hebben genoten van he...
"We hebben genoten van het huis, de omgeving en de eigenaren."
Frank H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lucy B.
14 Jul 2011
"The beautiful surroundin...
"The beautiful surroundings and the kindness of the owners made this stay very relaxed and warm. With some lively towns not too far away from the rented house, we could combine in this trip pleasant cultural events with laidback rural life."
Lucy B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
francoise f.
7 Oct 2010
"excellent acceuil
très ...
"excellent acceuil
très bons conseils sur restaurants et visites aux alentours
cadre très agréable"
francoise f.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Elena G.
2 Sept 2010
"Todo ha sido perfecto. G...
"Todo ha sido perfecto. Gabriela y Cornelis son encantadores y nos atendieron en todas las dudas y necesidades que tuvimos. Volvería en cualquier otro momento. Gracias a los dos."
Elena G.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
bernard p.
1 Aug 2010
"Une petite maison agréab...
"Une petite maison agréable et des propriétaires charmants, à la fois discrets et très présents et attentionnés (merci beaucoup Gabriella et Cornelli).
Et notre fils de 9 ans a été ravi de jouer avec le chien et les trois chatons de la maison.
Il est cependant dommage que la grande chambre du bas ne communique pas de l''intérieur avec le reste de la maison si bien que nous n''avons occupé que le haut car notre fils ne voulait pas dormir seul. Cette disposition peut être un plus mais risque de ne pas convenir pour de jeunes enfants.
L''emplacement de la maison, entre Toscane et Ombrie, permet de visiter facilement en une journée les principales villes de la région.
Nous garderons un très bon souvenir de notre séjour.
Merci."
bernard p.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
20 Jun 2010
"Impeccably clean.Very pe...
"Impeccably clean.Very peaceful(in the country). Delightful surroundings - woodland, farmland and vineyards in a mountainous setting. Charming views. Facilities in the property are of the highest standard. Access was our only problem (apart from some unseasonal weather)but we understand that the drive up from the road has been given a good surface since we left."