Vidovina is run by friends Paul and Marten, who bought the house as a ruin back in 2010 and have been renovating ever since. When we’re not there ourselves, we rent it out to vacationers and retreat organizers.

We’re happy to work with you to organize something special, so please don’t hesitate to contact us with your requests.

1. How can I get the 15% discount? Booking directly through our site saves you 15% compared to Airbnb or other platforms, as we don't charge service fees.

2. How does booking work? Check availability and pricing and submit a booking request here. We’ll confirm your booking shortly. A 20% non-refundable deposit secures your booking, with the remaining 80% due 7 days before arrival.

3. What’s included in the price? The price covers the entire house, bed linens & towels, cleaning, hosting, and taxes. Food, transport, and additional services are not included.

4. Food options? Most groups self-cater. Alternatively, you can order meals from local restaurants like Locanda Cardello, arrange groceries and meals with chef Andrea (+39 328 473 3310), or contact Alice (+39 331 702 9157) for culinary services.

5. Transport options? Casola Valsenio is challenging to reach by public transport. Renting a car from Bologna airport is recommended. Alternatively, a local taxi service is available (+39 335 678 3599).

6. Yoga and massage? Yoga classes can be arranged with Gabriela (+39 347 362 2772). For Ayurvedic massage, contact Sabrina (+39 339 473 0992, Italian only). We can provide yoga sets (mat, cushion, two cork blocks, and blanket) for yoga retreats.

7. Special events (e.g., weddings)? You are welcome to host weddings or special events at Vidovina, but you'll need to organize everything yourself. Please discuss your plans with us before booking. In some cases we may charge an extra fee.

8. Is the house/pool heated? Neither the house nor the pool is heated. The house has two wood stoves that can partially heat it. Consider this for bookings in colder seasons.

9. Weather in Casola Valsenio? Located in Northern Italian hills, the weather can vary with occasional rain and cold. Refer to the temperature chart below.