Villino di Porporano, Parma

Description: Villino di Porporano

Enjoying a fine location in a quiet little village, just a few kilometres from the centre of Parma, Villino di Porporano is set in a delightfully restored country cottage. Standing in a fine garden, this charming bed and breakfast establishment offers comfortable accommodation in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Villino di Porporano's rural situation means that it is ideal for relaxing visits to Parma and the surrounding region. Many of Parma's most important landmarks, including the cathedral and the baptistry, the basilica of Santa Maria della Stecata, the Palazzo della Pilota and the Palazzo Ducale are just a short drive away. A handy bus route, just a few steps down the street, can take guests right into the centre of the city.

Villino di Porporano has a fine lounge, situated in the old byre of the cottage. Decorated and furnished in the magnificent restored rustic style of the whole property, a splendid buffet breakfast is served here every morning, with home-made pastries and cakes, fresh bread, ham, cheese and eggs and delicious beverages. In warm months, breakfast can be taken in the garden, which features a large swimming pool surrounded by lawns and shady trees.

Type of rooms: Villino di Porporano

The Court:
The brightest room in the house is dominated by a large window looking out onto the porch and the courtyard. The bathroom, paved with ancient terracotta, has a large stylish sink and a glass shower.
Mother of Pearl:
With its iron bed frame and mother-of-pearl design, and the vintage bed linen of times one by, this is the most intimate of the all the rooms. It has a comfortable round table which allows guests to take a tea or coffee while relaxing in their room. The bathroom, with its antique terracotta tiles, has a wash-basin resting on an antique desk with a lacquered wood surface.
The Ladies:
This room takes its name from the antique prints hanging on the walls portraying ladies of bygone days. In this feminine and refined atmosphere guests will be able to relax on the chairs, write at the little bureau and rest in a comfortable bed with a wrought iron frame. The bathroom is decorated with 19th century elements.
The Roses:
In this youthful room, guests will find all the colours of the flowers from which it takes its name. Two comfortable beds with iron frames and a picture of a young woman with flowers in her hands will brighten guests' stay in the Rose Room.
The Attic:
With its antique linen headboard, the attic is the most romantic and peaceful room in the property. The bathroom, featuring an antique terracotta floor, has a large stylish wash basin and a spacious shower.