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Old Town House Casa Ruiu: Historic Charm, Tranquility & Endless Sandy Beach
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Old Town House Casa Ruiu: Historic Charm, Tranquility & Endless Sandy Beach
The Magic of Posada: Your Sardinian Home in the Historic Center
Welcome to “Casa Ruiu” – your unique holiday home in the heart of Posada’s historic Centro Storico.
Are you looking for authentic island flair, absolute tranquility, and proximity to one of Italy’s most beautiful beaches? Then this is the perfect place for you!
Our traditional Sardinian old-town house offers modern comfort across two levels, embedded in historic charm (including rustic reed ceilings). It is perfect for couples and small families.
- Location highlight: Only about 1000 meters from the long sandy beach, awarded by Guida Blu and consistently recognized for its quality, named “Italy’s most beautiful beach” in 2013.
- Guaranteed tranquility: The house is located in a very quiet side alley. Relax right outside your door in true Sardinian calm.
- Historic charm: Live in the most beautiful historic town of Sardinia, dominated by the medieval “Castello della Fava”.
- Parking: Free parking is available within walking distance outside the narrow old-town alleys (approx. 2–5 minutes).
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Your Old-Town House in Detail
Casa Ruiu is perfect for couples or small families and accommodates up to 3 people (ideally 2 adults + 1 child or 3 adults).
Ground floor
- Living and dining room: Cozy area with dining table and an additional sofa.
- Kitchen: Fully equipped with gas stove (4 burners), refrigerator, dishes, cutlery, and cooking utensils.
- Bathroom: Spacious with shower, toilet and bidet.
Upper floor (accessible via a wooden staircase)
- Bedroom 1: Double bed (1.60 x 2.00 m), wardrobe and seating area.
- Bedroom 2: Single bed (80 x 2.00 m) and wardrobe.
Outdoor area
A small, charming table directly in front of the house invites you to end your day in Sardinian serenity.
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Posada: A Hidden Gem for Peace Seekers
Posada in the province of Nuoro is one of Sardinia’s most beautiful historic towns and the perfect place for those who want to avoid crowded hotspots. The emerald water and fine sandy beaches resemble the famous Costa Smeralda, but in complete tranquility
- Historic center: The town sits picturesquely on a hill and is topped by the medieval “Castello della Fava”. The old town with its stairs and alleys invites for relaxed strolls.
- Guaranteed peace: The 5 km long sandy beach is wonderfully quiet, even in high season.
- Coastal highlight: The beaches of the bay are among the longest and most beautiful on the island.
Posada is an ideal starting point for relaxing or active holidays such as hiking, cycling and watersports.
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Surroundings & Activities
Within walking distance (max. 15 minutes)
- Relaxation and history: The long sandy beach (approx. 1000 m away) and the old town with the Castello della Fava.
- Essentials: Various shops, bars, restaurants
- Services: Bank and ATM
- Important: Doctor and pharmacy
- Family: Children’s playground
Activities in town and in nature
- Beach and swimming
- Hiking in the nature reserve
- Cycling paths, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging
- Ideal for motorbike tours
Excursions and highlights in the region (within 1 hour by car)
- Watersports: Kitesurfing, windsurfing, snorkeling, diving (eg Capo Coda Cavallo)
- Natural wonders: Tavolara Marine Reserve, climbing and dream beaches such as Cala Goloritzé and Cala Luna
- Coast and culture: Costa Smeralda (Porto Cervo) as well as historic destinations such as Nuoro, Olbia, Orosei, Castelsardo, Bosa, Alghero, Sassari
- Rentals: Motorboat rental (no license required up to 40 HP) in San Teodoro, Cala Gonone and Palau
- Additional leisure: Horse riding in Posada and San Teodoro, golf (Puntaldìa and Pevero), scooter and motorbike rentals
Note: In the low season, some tourist offers may have limited availability.
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Important Booking Information
- Final cleaning: A one-time fee of €80 for final cleaning including bed linen and towels, payable in cash upon arrival.
- Tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night in July/August and €1.00 during the rest of the year.
- All other costs, taxes and fees are included in the rental price.
- Long-term rentals: Monthly rentals or winter stays during the low season are available.
Welcome to “Casa Ruiu” – your unique holiday home in the heart of Posada’s historic Centro Storico.
Are you looking for authentic island flair, absolute tranquility, and proximity to one of Italy’s most beautiful beaches? Then this is the perfect place for you!
Our traditional Sardinian old-town house offers modern comfort across two levels, embedded in historic charm (including rustic reed ceilings). It is perfect for couples and small families.
- Location highlight: Only about 1000 meters from the long sandy beach, awarded by Guida Blu and consistently recognized for its quality, named “Italy’s most beautiful beach” in 2013.
- Guaranteed tranquility: The house is located in a very quiet side alley. Relax right outside your door in true Sardinian calm.
- Historic charm: Live in the most beautiful historic town of Sardinia, dominated by the medieval “Castello della Fava”.
- Parking: Free parking is available within walking distance outside the narrow old-town alleys (approx. 2–5 minutes).
--------------------------------------
Your Old-Town House in Detail
Casa Ruiu is perfect for couples or small families and accommodates up to 3 people (ideally 2 adults + 1 child or 3 adults).
Ground floor
- Living and dining room: Cozy area with dining table and an additional sofa.
- Kitchen: Fully equipped with gas stove (4 burners), refrigerator, dishes, cutlery, and cooking utensils.
- Bathroom: Spacious with shower, toilet and bidet.
Upper floor (accessible via a wooden staircase)
- Bedroom 1: Double bed (1.60 x 2.00 m), wardrobe and seating area.
- Bedroom 2: Single bed (80 x 2.00 m) and wardrobe.
Outdoor area
A small, charming table directly in front of the house invites you to end your day in Sardinian serenity.
--------------------------------------
Posada: A Hidden Gem for Peace Seekers
Posada in the province of Nuoro is one of Sardinia’s most beautiful historic towns and the perfect place for those who want to avoid crowded hotspots. The emerald water and fine sandy beaches resemble the famous Costa Smeralda, but in complete tranquility
- Historic center: The town sits picturesquely on a hill and is topped by the medieval “Castello della Fava”. The old town with its stairs and alleys invites for relaxed strolls.
- Guaranteed peace: The 5 km long sandy beach is wonderfully quiet, even in high season.
- Coastal highlight: The beaches of the bay are among the longest and most beautiful on the island.
Posada is an ideal starting point for relaxing or active holidays such as hiking, cycling and watersports.
--------------------------------------
Surroundings & Activities
Within walking distance (max. 15 minutes)
- Relaxation and history: The long sandy beach (approx. 1000 m away) and the old town with the Castello della Fava.
- Essentials: Various shops, bars, restaurants
- Services: Bank and ATM
- Important: Doctor and pharmacy
- Family: Children’s playground
Activities in town and in nature
- Beach and swimming
- Hiking in the nature reserve
- Cycling paths, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging
- Ideal for motorbike tours
Excursions and highlights in the region (within 1 hour by car)
- Watersports: Kitesurfing, windsurfing, snorkeling, diving (eg Capo Coda Cavallo)
- Natural wonders: Tavolara Marine Reserve, climbing and dream beaches such as Cala Goloritzé and Cala Luna
- Coast and culture: Costa Smeralda (Porto Cervo) as well as historic destinations such as Nuoro, Olbia, Orosei, Castelsardo, Bosa, Alghero, Sassari
- Rentals: Motorboat rental (no license required up to 40 HP) in San Teodoro, Cala Gonone and Palau
- Additional leisure: Horse riding in Posada and San Teodoro, golf (Puntaldìa and Pevero), scooter and motorbike rentals
Note: In the low season, some tourist offers may have limited availability.
--------------------------------------
Important Booking Information
- Final cleaning: A one-time fee of €80 for final cleaning including bed linen and towels, payable in cash upon arrival.
- Tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night in July/August and €1.00 during the rest of the year.
- All other costs, taxes and fees are included in the rental price.
- Long-term rentals: Monthly rentals or winter stays during the low season are available.
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Sea view
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
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About the area
Posada
Located in Posada, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Castello della Fava and Nuraghe San Pietro are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Teodoro Beach and Posada Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Posada, Sardinien
What's nearby
- Castello della Fava - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Posada Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
- Su Tiriarzu Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
- Port Ottiolu - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
- Port of Olbia - 38 min drive - 53.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- L'Ostrica - 6 min drive
- Spigola D'Oro - 7 min drive
- Bar Criselide - 12 min drive
- Pizzeria da Bastiano - 6 min drive
- Bar Trattoria Pizzeria Marco & Caterina - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
7.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
13 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Giovanna R.
17 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Soggiorno aPosada
Giovanna R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recensione
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Celeste M.
25 Aug, 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Bene nel complesso
Celeste M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 Sept, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Una piccola casa confortevole nella atmosfera degli antichi vicoli del borgo.
Verified traveller
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020
4/10 Poor
hadi h.
12 Sept, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
un séjour mitigé
hadi h.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Balthasar R.
18 Sept, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine wunderbare Woche in Posada
Balthasar R.
10/10 Excellent
Iris E.
28 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine ganz besondere Ferienunterkunft
Iris E.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Ben A.
3 Nov, 2018
Süßes Stadthaus!!!
Ben A.
6/10 Okay
Silvio V.
2 Oct, 2018
nicht ganz überzeugend
Silvio V.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
8/10 Good
Holger F.
30 Jul, 2018
Originelle Unterkunft direkt im Bergdorf
Holger F.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Virginie A., Balan, France
8 Aug, 2017
Maison au coeur du village historique de Posada
Virginie A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Manfred A.
1 May, 2017
Einfach gut
Manfred A.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Nicola S.
11 Sept, 2015
Kinderfreundliches Altstadtflair
Nicola S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Regina K.
28 Aug, 2015
Freundliche Begrüßung, wunderschöner Ort
Regina K.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Ute N.
21 Aug, 2015
altstadthaus mit Charme
Ute N.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Dorothea H.
25 Apr, 2015
Klein aber fein
Dorothea H.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Isabelle M.
7 Mar, 2015
Süßes kleines Haus
Isabelle M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Julia S.
4 Jul, 2014
authentisches, süßes Ferienhaus
Julia S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Thomas M.
27 Jun, 2014
Schönes Haus!! Danke!
Thomas M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Andre R.
27 Jun, 2014
Erholsamer Urlaub
Andre R.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
nicoma r.
26 Jun, 2014
Uriges + gemütliches Häuschen
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8/10 Good
Christoph Paul K.
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