Stayed 3 nights in villa rosalena and would recommend it very highly.Rod was an excellent host who goes above and beyond to make his guests feel as much at home as possible. He picked us up from station and provided a very welcome snack as it was late. We were very grateful for this as we know it was somethinge had no need to do. Breakfast was served in a nice bright room and consisted of everything you would need. Rod also took us to train station when we were heading out for the day and helped with the ticket machine. (Where would you get that level of service!) There is a lovely portico where you can relax with great views over the river. A restaurant, pizzeria, gelataria and bar are within easy walking distance. The small town of Bagni di Lucca with a few shops and…
We spent three nights Villa Rosalena, and it was a great experience. The room was large, clean, and comfortable and an excellent value. It was a very quiet and restful spot. The walk up the stairs to the Villa was good exercise. Rod was an outstanding host, very pleasant and helpful, easy to work with by email. He prepared very good breakfasts. We wished we would have planned to stay longer in Villa Rosalena.
Villa Rosalena was the perfect respite after an unrelenting airline experience of delays and missed connections. We arrived during inclement weather and after climbing the stairs, we were rewarded with a stunning view of the Lima River flowing through the gorge with lush green mountains all around. Our host, Rod Swail, was so sweet and helpful....checking in if we needed anything, offering interesting tips for dining pleasures as well as hillside hiking excursions. Our breakfasts were perfect with ham, cheese, yogurt, toast, jam, honey, fruit, pastries, orange juice, and of course coffee....the Rosalena is in Ponte Seraglio about 1.5 miles from the little hamlet of Bagni di Lucca which can be easily walked to...the B&B is clean, simple, bright, genuine and lovely. We thoroughly…
Really enjoyed the room with a perfect view and Rod's hospitality! Rod showed us a couple of nice hiking routes, let us stay in another room waiting for our train and finally drove us to the train. Thanks
A superb stay at Villa Rosalena, we highly recommend it. Rod is an excellent host and is always happy to help. The rooms are spacious, extremely comfortable and with delightful views. Plus substantial breakfasts. If we return to this area we will certainly stay here and will be sure to recommend to family and friends.
What can I say, everything about our 4 day stay at Villa Rosalena was perfect. Room was very clean and spacious. Rod was very friendly, helpful and accommodating. Each day our continental breakfast had an added extra and my particular favourite wss caramel apple croissants. Fabulous and we will definitely be visiting again. Garry and Trisha McNulty from Glasgow.
A fantastic bed and breakfast set in the foothills of Bagni di Lucca. Rod is a excellent host and is always happy to help. We have visited Villa Rosalena many times and will continue to do so. The rooms are spacious with enquire facilities and our room - pannacotta - has wonderful views of the rive and Ponte a Serraglio.
Second time we have stayed at Villa Rosalena, we had another wonderful time, the place in immaculate and the host Rod is delightful, the views of the river from our room was stunning. We have already recommended this beautiful B & B to friends and family and we will definitely return ourselves. Thank You !!
I just can't say enough about Rod and their place in Bagni di Lucca. From start to finish it was a slice of perfection. Rod picked us up and made 2 trips to get us and our bags to his place. He graciously walked us through the place, was attentive to every detail, made up an extra bed for us, and the list goes on. Here are a few things that made this place perfect: 1. The view - wow is all I can say. Simply astounding! 2. The space - a beautiful, well equipped place to stay. 3. Comfort - comfortable beds, hot water, towel warmers, fireplace with wood provided, the list could continue 4. Amenities - There were movies, a Wii, board games, TV, soaps/shampoo, etc all available for our use 5. Hospitality - There's simply something great about someone who clearly loves what…
We have just returned after spending 5 nights at Rosalena, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and have only praise for the B and B run by Rod and Caroline. Rosalena is a beautiful, very clean well run B and B. Rod is very accommodating and went out of his way to help us during our stay. He helped us with lifts to/from the station with our luggage, he helped us with purchasing bus tickets, lent us guide books and maps for exploring as well as making recommendations for places to visit or eat near by. Every morning we were offered a tasty selection of fresh fruits, cereals, breads, cheese, meats or a hot option such as scrambled egg. The views from our room (Cioccolato) across the valley were stunning. Rosalena has - number of little sun spots where you can sit and soak up the sun,…
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