Il Borgo del Balsamico | Small B&B on an authentic estate in Emilia Romagna

Il Borgo del Balsamico is a B&B with 8 rooms and an independent apartment, in a beautiful 18th -century housevery centrally located in the Italian region of Emilia- Romagna, not far from the cultural and culinary gems Parma, Modena, and Bologna.
It is a family business, where the warm hostess and owners, Cristina and Silvia will make you feel completely at home. Her parents are also living in the property . The domain was designed years ago as a country / vacation house, Mr Crotti bought the house for the family in the 70th when he was in Fashion business. In the meantime he bought several old barrels for the production of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia DOP ,which the region is known for, and this is still the major activity of the family. On the attic of the B&B are dozens of barrels of balsamic vinegar with a delicious fragrance. Here you can get a free guided tour where you learn how balsamic vinegar is made and make a tasting! Balsamic Tour and tasting is included in the stay and a small shop is available in the property to buy balsamic.
A stay at Il Borgo del Balsamico includes breakfast, the use of the swimming pool, and the beautiful Italian-style garden, where you can stroll among sweet-smelling flowers and catch a glimpse of a single hare or deer.
The warm and spacious rooms plus the apartment are furnished with a stylish mix of vintage design pieces and art. The interior style stems from the passion of the owners for antiques and modern vintage furniture. The different styles create a very personal and attractive ambiance. All the rooms in the Villa are entitled to Rose ( in the garden there are 125 variety of roses) meanwhile the rooms in the guest house are entitled to italian location like Cortina or Ortigia
Located in the captivating traditional region of Emilia-Romagna, with a variety of culinary, cultural and outdoor activities in the area, Il Borgo del Balsamico is the perfect base for families and couples who want to enjoy peace and privacy but with plenty of exciting day trips at their fingertips. It only takes 20 minutes to drive to the station where the train will bring you in 15 minutes to Bologna, Parma, and Modena and within an hour to Milan and Florence. So, also in spring and autumn, this B&B is a fantastic place for an Italian adventure!
Il Borgo del Balsamico | Small B&B on an authentic estate in Emilia Romagna

Il Borgo del Balsamico is a B&B with 8 rooms and an independent apartment, in a beautiful 18th -century housevery centrally located in the Italian region of Emilia- Romagna, not far from the cultural and culinary gems Parma, Modena, and Bologna.
It is a family business, where the warm hostess and owners, Cristina and Silvia will make you feel completely at home. Her parents are also living in the property . The domain was designed years ago as a country / vacation ho...
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Il Glicine
Glicine Apartment | 120m2 | This apartment, located in the country house, can accommodate 6 people and is located on the first floor of the house. It offers a beautiful view over the garden, the woods and the garden house with swimming pool. The apartment features one suite in front of the fireplace and an ensuite bathroom, one regular bedroom w...
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Ortigia
Ortigia | 19m2 | This room, located in the country house, can accommodate 2 people and exudes a Mediterranean atmosphere. It is furnished with a Sicilian brass double bed, a Moroccan carpet on the wooden floor and beautiful lamps from the 1920s. | The room has a comfortable double bed and a nice private bathroom.
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Reine des Violettes
Reine des Violettes | Double Room 25m2 | This room, located in the 18th century main house, can accommodate 2-3 people and has an ensuite bathroom with a shower. | There is a sofa bed on which a third person can sleep, the additional charge is 30 Euros per night. | It is possible to reserve a baby bed upon request.
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Dark Lady
Dark Lady | Suite | 61m2 | This suite, located in the 18th century main house, can accommodate 4-5 people. | The room consists of two bedrooms that are connected by a long corridor. In the middle there is 1 bathroom with a bath & a shower. | It is possible to place an extra bed for a 5th person, the extra charge for this is 20 Euros per night. | It...
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Gertrude Jekyll
Gertrude Jekyll | Double Room 18m2 | This room, located in the 18th century main house, can accommodate 2 people and has an ensuite bathroom with a bath & a shower. From the room you can enjoy a view over the beautiful garden. | It is possible to reserve a baby bed upon request.
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Cortina
Cortina | 19m2 | This room, located in the country house, can accommodate 2 people and offers a view over the beautiful garden and the owners main house. | The room has a comfortable double bed. The room has a ensuite private bathroom with shower. | The furniture is a mix of design pieces and hand-painted antiques.
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Boule de Neige
Boule de Neige | 25 m2 | This room, located in the 18th century main house, can accommodate 2-3 people and has an ensuite bathroom with a shower. Through the large windows you overlook the beautiful garden. The high ceiling and the crystal chandelier make this room very elegant. | There is a sofa bed on which a third person can sleep, the additiona...
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Dalia
Il Borgo del Balsamico - Dalia | Suitable for two people | A suite for travellers, writers, musicians, and dreamers.A book-lined room with a large fireplace and an antique wooden bed made from 17th-century coffered ceiling boards. The suite offers a heavenly view of the park, with wooden floors, a crystal chandelier, and 70s drawings by Walter A...
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - La Piccolina
La Piccolina | 15m2 | This room, located in the country house, is suitable for 2 people and is the nicest room with a double bed with white linen sheets, a large mirror, and a wooden floor. The large private bathroom is located in the hallway.
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An elegant hideaway with a stylish mix of vintage and design
ll Borgo del Balsamico is a charming B&B in a monumental historic house with seven warm, spacious rooms and an apartment in the middle of a large green garden with an inviting swimming pool. A quiet hideaway for families or friends who want to get away from it all and enjoy the calm pace in the Italian countryside.
Layout:
The domain has several buildings; the nice office/reception and apartment of the hostess, Cristina, an 18th -century country house where three rooms and the apartment are located and the main house where four rooms are located.
The entrance of the country house takes you to a joint area with a charming living equipped with a dining table and a fireplace. From here a staircase leads to the first floor where you will find the three rooms (Cortina, La Piccolina, Ortigia) and the apartment. The balsamic vinegar is stored in the attic; here you can get a private tasting tour during your stay.
Opposite the country house is the 18th century main house where the other 5 rooms are located (Dark Lady, Boule de Neige, Reine des Violettes, Gertrude Jekyll and Dalia ). There is an elevator in this building.
The rooms and the apartment are elegantly furnished; vintage furniture is stylishly combined with Italian design pieces, unique paintings, and artworks. Every room has a fan. Every room is different.
In the room you will find a Brochure with suggestion (restaurants , place to go and activities from museum to cities and trekking). The team on location will assist you to organize parmiggiano tour in the area or booking restaurants
Services:
- Italian breakfast (homemade cakes/muffins and jams, coffee/tea, cappuccino, yogurt, eggs (from the family’s chickens), erbazzone ( a savory cake ) ham or cheese from the area) is included. In summer, you can savor these delicacies outside while enjoying enchanting vistas of the garden.
- Guests get a free tour and tasting of the homemade balsamic vinegar
- Wi-Fi is available everywhere in the house
Outside:
- Swimming pool with sunbeds
- Covered terrace for breakfast
- Large garden in Italian style
An elegant hideaway with a stylish mix of vintage and design
ll Borgo del Balsamico is a charming B&B in a monumental historic house with seven warm, spacious rooms and an apartment in the middle of a large green garden with an inviting swimming pool. A quiet hideaway for families or friends who want to get away from it all and enjoy the calm pace in the Italian countryside.
Layout:
The domain has several buildings; the nice office/reception and apartment of the hostess, Cristina, an 18th -century country ...
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Il Borgo del Balsamico | Small B&B on an authentic estate in Emilia Romagna

Il Borgo del Balsamico is a B&B with 8 rooms and an independent apartment, in a beautiful 18th -century housevery centrally located in the Italian region of Emilia- Romagna, not far from the cultural and culinary gems Parma, Modena, and Bologna.
It is a family business, where the warm hostess and owners, Cristina and Silvia will make you feel completely at home. Her parents are also living in the property . The domain was designed years ago as a country / vacation house, Mr Crotti bought the house for the family in the 70th when he was in Fashion business. In the meantime he bought several old barrels for the production of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia DOP ,which the region is known for, and this is still the major activity of the family. On the attic of the B&B are dozens of barrels of balsamic vinegar with a delicious fragrance. Here you can get a free guided tour where you learn how balsamic vinegar is made and make a tasting! Balsamic Tour and tasting is included in the stay and a small shop is available in the property to buy balsamic.
A stay at Il Borgo del Balsamico includes breakfast, the use of the swimming pool, and the beautiful Italian-style garden, where you can stroll among sweet-smelling flowers and catch a glimpse of a single hare or deer.
The warm and spacious rooms plus the apartment are furnished with a stylish mix of vintage design pieces and art. The interior style stems from the passion of the owners for antiques and modern vintage furniture. The different styles create a very personal and attractive ambiance. All the rooms in the Villa are entitled to Rose ( in the garden there are 125 variety of roses) meanwhile the rooms in the guest house are entitled to italian location like Cortina or Ortigia
Located in the captivating traditional region of Emilia-Romagna, with a variety of culinary, cultural and outdoor activities in the area, Il Borgo del Balsamico is the perfect base for families and couples who want to enjoy peace and privacy but with plenty of exciting day trips at their fingertips. It only takes 20 minutes to drive to the station where the train will bring you in 15 minutes to Bologna, Parma, and Modena and within an hour to Milan and Florence. So, also in spring and autumn, this B&B is a fantastic place for an Italian adventure!
Il Borgo del Balsamico | Small B&B on an authentic estate in Emilia Romagna

Il Borgo del Balsamico is a B&B with 8 rooms and an independent apartment, in a beautiful 18th -century housevery centrally located in the Italian region of Emilia- Romagna, not far from the cultural and culinary gems Parma, Modena, and Bologna.
It is a family business, where the warm hostess and owners, Cristina and Silvia will make you feel completely at home. Her parents are also living in the property . The domain was designed years ago as a country / vacation ho...
read more
Il Borgo del Balsamico - Il Glicine
Glicine Apartment | 120m2 | This apartment, located in the country house, can accommodate 6 people and is located on the first floor of the house. It offers a beautiful view over the garden, the woods and the garden house with swimming pool. The apartment features one suite in front of the fireplace and an ensuite bathroom, one regular bedroom w...
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Ortigia
Ortigia | 19m2 | This room, located in the country house, can accommodate 2 people and exudes a Mediterranean atmosphere. It is furnished with a Sicilian brass double bed, a Moroccan carpet on the wooden floor and beautiful lamps from the 1920s. | The room has a comfortable double bed and a nice private bathroom.
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Reine des Violettes
Reine des Violettes | Double Room 25m2 | This room, located in the 18th century main house, can accommodate 2-3 people and has an ensuite bathroom with a shower. | There is a sofa bed on which a third person can sleep, the additional charge is 30 Euros per night. | It is possible to reserve a baby bed upon request.
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Dark Lady
Dark Lady | Suite | 61m2 | This suite, located in the 18th century main house, can accommodate 4-5 people. | The room consists of two bedrooms that are connected by a long corridor. In the middle there is 1 bathroom with a bath & a shower. | It is possible to place an extra bed for a 5th person, the extra charge for this is 20 Euros per night. | It...
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Gertrude Jekyll
Gertrude Jekyll | Double Room 18m2 | This room, located in the 18th century main house, can accommodate 2 people and has an ensuite bathroom with a bath & a shower. From the room you can enjoy a view over the beautiful garden. | It is possible to reserve a baby bed upon request.
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Cortina
Cortina | 19m2 | This room, located in the country house, can accommodate 2 people and offers a view over the beautiful garden and the owners main house. | The room has a comfortable double bed. The room has a ensuite private bathroom with shower. | The furniture is a mix of design pieces and hand-painted antiques.
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Boule de Neige
Boule de Neige | 25 m2 | This room, located in the 18th century main house, can accommodate 2-3 people and has an ensuite bathroom with a shower. Through the large windows you overlook the beautiful garden. The high ceiling and the crystal chandelier make this room very elegant. | There is a sofa bed on which a third person can sleep, the additiona...
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Il Borgo del Balsamico - Dalia
Il Borgo del Balsamico - Dalia | Suitable for two people | A suite for travellers, writers, musicians, and dreamers.A book-lined room with a large fireplace and an antique wooden bed made from 17th-century coffered ceiling boards. The suite offers a heavenly view of the park, with wooden floors, a crystal chandelier, and 70s drawings by Walter A...
Details & AvailabilitySelect number:
Il Borgo del Balsamico - La Piccolina
La Piccolina | 15m2 | This room, located in the country house, is suitable for 2 people and is the nicest room with a double bed with white linen sheets, a large mirror, and a wooden floor. The large private bathroom is located in the hallway.
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An elegant hideaway with a stylish mix of vintage and design
ll Borgo del Balsamico is a charming B&B in a monumental historic house with seven warm, spacious rooms and an apartment in the middle of a large green garden with an inviting swimming pool. A quiet hideaway for families or friends who want to get away from it all and enjoy the calm pace in the Italian countryside.
Layout:
The domain has several buildings; the nice office/reception and apartment of the hostess, Cristina, an 18th -century country house where three rooms and the apartment are located and the main house where four rooms are located.
The entrance of the country house takes you to a joint area with a charming living equipped with a dining table and a fireplace. From here a staircase leads to the first floor where you will find the three rooms (Cortina, La Piccolina, Ortigia) and the apartment. The balsamic vinegar is stored in the attic; here you can get a private tasting tour during your stay.
Opposite the country house is the 18th century main house where the other 5 rooms are located (Dark Lady, Boule de Neige, Reine des Violettes, Gertrude Jekyll and Dalia ). There is an elevator in this building.
The rooms and the apartment are elegantly furnished; vintage furniture is stylishly combined with Italian design pieces, unique paintings, and artworks. Every room has a fan. Every room is different.
In the room you will find a Brochure with suggestion (restaurants , place to go and activities from museum to cities and trekking). The team on location will assist you to organize parmiggiano tour in the area or booking restaurants
Services:
- Italian breakfast (homemade cakes/muffins and jams, coffee/tea, cappuccino, yogurt, eggs (from the family’s chickens), erbazzone ( a savory cake ) ham or cheese from the area) is included. In summer, you can savor these delicacies outside while enjoying enchanting vistas of the garden.
- Guests get a free tour and tasting of the homemade balsamic vinegar
- Wi-Fi is available everywhere in the house
Outside:
- Swimming pool with sunbeds
- Covered terrace for breakfast
- Large garden in Italian style
An elegant hideaway with a stylish mix of vintage and design
ll Borgo del Balsamico is a charming B&B in a monumental historic house with seven warm, spacious rooms and an apartment in the middle of a large green garden with an inviting swimming pool. A quiet hideaway for families or friends who want to get away from it all and enjoy the calm pace in the Italian countryside.
Layout:
The domain has several buildings; the nice office/reception and apartment of the hostess, Cristina, an 18th -century country ...