A picturesque driveway lined with cypress trees leads to this small Country House, nestled in the hills east of Bologna and immersed in nature. This former farmhouse, featuring breathtaking views of the olive groves, was destroyed in World War II and has now been meticulously renovated. Traditional charm meets modern elegance and comfort here.
Caractère clients receive a bottle of wine in their room. You will also get a 10% discount on meals at the restaurants of nearby partner hotel Palazzo di Varignana and on using the wellness at this hotel.
The hotel is open all year round.
This hotel has 12 rooms.
Earliest check-in is from 2 pm. Latest check-out is at 11 am.
From 239 euros.
The hotel is set in an estate with 250 ha of olive trees, 57 ha of vineyards and more than 100 ha of native trees.
The rooms are all different and cosily decorated with warm colours and with traditional elements such as antique furniture and wooden ceilings. They feature views of the garden or olive groves.
The "Chapel" room is very unique because it is housed in the former chapel. It has a large window and a terrace with a panoramic view. For families we recommend the suite with a bedroom, a lounge with sofa bed and a terrace.
The panoramic outdoor swimming pool is open from mid-May to the end of September. The spot to unwind on loungers with bath towels.
Relax in the wellness centre of the neighbouring Hotel Palazzo di Varignana, which is just 1 km away. You get a 10% discount on the use of the wellness centre and on massages and treatments. Go for a walk along the path through olive groves and vineyards starting from the hotel. Make sure to visit Bologna, home to one of the oldest universities in the world, or the town of Dozza, with its painted houses. Also worth visiting are Ravenna, famous for its magnificent Byzantine mosaics, and Modena, the city of Pavarotti and of the "aceto balsamico".
Children of all ages are welcome here, but partner hotel Palazzo di Varignana is more suitable for families as it offers more facilities for them.
The winery's terrace is set in a beautiful natural amphitheater, an exceptional location with a magnificent view of the vineyards.
Put on your favourite casual outfit and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.
In the morning you will enjoy a continental breakfast. A light lunch is available in the afternoon. In the evening you will enjoy tasty cuisine based on fresh, local ingredients and vegetables from the hotel's 2000 m² vegetable garden. The restaurant is closed on Tuesdays. In fine weather, you can have a seat on the terrace overlooking the pool. Or visit the three restaurants of the neighbouring resort Palazzo di Varignana and enjoy a 10% discount. From Wednesday to Sunday it is possible to visit the winery for a wine and olive oil tasting, accompanied by typical meats and regional cheeses.
Oliveto sul Lago enjoys a very quiet location and offers breathtaking views of the hills with olive groves. Bologna is at 26 km, Dozza at 16 km , Ravenna at 66 km, Ferrara and Modena at 70 km.
The nearest airport is Bologna at 29 km.
A transfer is 80 euros for each leg and should be requested in advance from the hotel.
There is free parking at the hotel. A charging station is also available.
Do you like peace, nature, seclusion and spectacular panoramas away from the beaten track? Then you will definitely fall in love with this small-sized 'country house' located in the hills east of Bologna.
