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About half way down this terracotta street is the entrance to QuartoPiano. Oh, and those umbrellas belong to the local bar, Spaccio delle Carceri, – aperitivo anyone?
Across the rooftops of Modena.
The winding staircase that leads to the kitchen and folding seats from an old travelling cinema.
That bed: king-sized, soft as a cloud, linen as fresh as sea air. Adam’s pretty happy with that.
The kitchen – Provence style.
Breakfast is served here or at Mon Café – the owners’ café.
So pleasing to the eye was this wardrobe that we decanted our suitcases into it – something we normally don’t bother to do for a two-night stay.
‘Oops, we dropped the lemon tart’, Osteria Francescana.
Across the rooftops of Modena.
Fresh air via this window was welcome post-Saturday night in Modena.
Devil is in the detail – and boy was the diavoli everywhere!
‘The crunchy bit of the lasagna’, Osteria Francescana.
Highs & Lows
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The bed was an absolute triumph – soft, huge and heavenly scented.
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It’s a small space but so well designed, you don’t give it second thought.
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Proximity to excellent restaurants – including the current world’s best.
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The lovely welcome – Antonio sorted our parking space, gave us tips aplenty and is generally a very warm, zen presence.
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The wifi is a little patchy at times and while disconnection from the wider world is very relaxing, it’s frustrating if you need to work. That said, I was more than happy to be ‘Missing in Modena.’
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If your stay spans a weekend, you might hear the odd cheer or tune from the bar down the road. If you’re sensitive, bring earplugs.
Important Bits
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Type
A Provence-inspired bed and breakfast in the heart of Modena that couldn’t be more hygge; Italy plus France via Scandinavia.
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Vibe
The cosiest of attic hideaways with ergonomic amenities; imagine if Laura Ashley went to Silicone Valley.
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Location
In Modena’s town centre, a 40-minute drive from Bolgona airport and a 20-minute train journey into Bolgona city. Modena is a pocket sized place so everything is near.
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Rooms
Two rooms – named Guerriero and Atleta.
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Music
Whatever you fancy playing over the Sonos system.
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Year Opened
2012
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Designed By
Antonio Di Resta and Alessandro Bertoni with the aim of creating a “home from home.” If only my home was so immaculate.
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Health & Wellness
No pool or gym, so you just have to deal with that tortellini and red wine belly when you return home.
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Restaurant
A three-minute walk down the road is Mon Café, run by the B&B’s owners where you can have breakfast, lunch or dinner.
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Bar
Not inside the guesthouse, but a stone’s throw from the room they make a mean Negroni.
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Minibar
No mini bar but a fridge full of water – still and sparkling – that you can help yourself to for €2. Plus, there’s a great bar on your doorstep.
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Children
It’s more of a grown-ups place.
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Price
At 140 euros a night, for what you get, this is an unrivalled value for money in Modena.
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