Villino di Porporano

Villa is family run and offers a welcoming, gracious experience. The owner Elena is incredibly kind and helpful and she makes you feel so special as a guest. She went out of her way to help us, even doing our laundry. Breakfast was fantastic and elegant, morning chef was outstanding. Each day was a different delicious warm baked item, so there was the suspense each day, what will be the yummy offering? On our second morning, they surprised me at breakfast by having bought plain yogurt - so thoughtful and kind as I inquired about it the day prior, but didn't expect them to then go get some. Location was perfect as were were busy driving around to several food tours. And each night, it was an easy drive into Parma, where we loved the parking garages on the edges of town (along with the numbered spaces - brilliant!) Overall, this villa is charming and extremely quiet, no noise at all. We would absolutely positively definitely stay here again.

Search no more! If you love peace, quiet, beautiful gardens and antiques, this place will delight you. Many of the rooms are more suites than rooms, we stayed in La Rose which was beautifully appointed and our children had La Mansarde and La Corte, all beautiful and confortable. The house is filled with antiques and Elena, the owner, is obviously someone with exquisite taste. Her attention to detail is second to none. I loved the pool furniture, the little secluded areas in the garden where you can retreat to read a book, the patio where breakfast is served, the little linen napkins and the homely feel of this amazing property. Staff is wonderful and eager to make your stay enjoyable. Manuela greeted us warmly and was ever so helpful, booking perfect restaurants for us on two occasions. Breakfast is a treat and Olena was so adorable and helpful, she is a great asset to this place. I can’t wait to go back and explore the region a little more. Parma happened to be our favorite city in Emilia Romagna. Well done to all the staff and to Elena for making this place a haven!

This B and B is spectacular in every way!! The best one hands down we have stayed at in Italy so far!! If you go to Parma this is the place to stay! Elena goes above and beyond any hostess we have had at a bed and breakfast. She is so friendly and warm! She takes the time to make the place welcoming and comfortable, as well as giving you so many useful pointers about the area. She planned our days for us as to where to go and what to see. Her staff is equally as sweet and caring!! The rooms are decorated with her impeccable taste and every nook and cranny is a photo opt! The breakfast is out of this world! All homemade goodies; including vegetable filled pastries, danishes, fresh fruit, assorted breads, cheeses, yogurt and they will make you eggs if you would like! You will be thrilled to be there and will not want to leave!!

Everything was fantastic. So clean, new room with new bathroom. No elevator so stairs are required. Lots of parking and 10 minute car drive into heart of Parma. Would highly recommend this quaint B&B. The outside garden is where breakfast is eaten and allowed for a serene and relaxing morning.

From the moment we stepped onto the property our group of two couples was completely charmed. The owner, the cook and all of the staff we met were so helpful and kind. The property was so well kept and was a little oasis on the outskirts of Parma. We did not want to leave the backyard! The breakfast in the morning was the very best way to start my day and the cook was just incredibly generous and attentive. Our rooms were perfect - nothing too fancy but exactly what you need and want if you're looking for a relaxing time in Italy. It was centrally located and easy to get to Parma and other surrounding restaurants. I'd love to return one day!

I can't say enough how wonderful this place is. The house and gardens are beautiful and the pool lovely. The breakfast was excellent with homemade foods and lovely surroundings on the terrace. Bed was very comfortable. I would happily have stayed for a very long time and will definitly be back.