Welcome to Villa il Guardingo, a beautiful villa in the heart of the medieval village of Rio nell’Elba. The villa spans four floors and consists of two interconnected living units. It features a spacious kitchen, an elegant living room, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and three terraces. Designed by architect Roberto Pirzio Biroli on ancient foundations, the villa blends historical charm with modern amenities. Upon entering from the romantic Piazza del Risorgimento, you are welcomed into the "Principe" area, featuring a cozy kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, oven, coffee machine and necessary utensils. Outside on the Piazza del Risorgimento, there's a small table under an olive tree for outdoor relaxation. From the kitchen, you access the bright living room, which includes a sofa, an original glass table and a view of the village and the valley. Adjacent to the living room is the bay window room with a high wooden beam ceiling, a large panoramic window, and an adjoining tiled bathroom with a shower. This room can be arranged with one or two single beds or a double bed, depending on your needs. A marble staircase from the living room leads to the upper floor, where a bright bedroom awaits, featuring a double bed, a bathroom with a bathtub. There's a spacious terrace with a dining table and Mediterranean plants, providing a wonderful view of the surrounding hills, the village, and the sea. Access to the lower floor, the "Studio" area, is through an external marble staircase or from Via B. Nardelli, via an old stone staircase and a beautiful stone terrace at the entrance, with a banana tree and teak furniture, perfect for relaxing after a hot day at the beach. In the "Studio", there are an entrance area with a wardrobe, a sleeping area with two beds, a designer bathroom in the center, and a living area with a dining table and sofa. A marble staircase leads from the living area to the ground floor, into a newly constructed small mosaic kitchenette (without stove).

Rio nell'Elba This charming village is located on a hill overlooking the sea, about 8 minutes from the port town of Rio Marina and the beautiful Ortano beach. The strategic location of Rio nell'Elba invites numerous excursions in the surroundings, many of which are accessible on foot, such as Monte Giove, the Volterraio Fortress, and the pedestrian paths above the village. A few steps from the house is the old washhouse, a historic attraction of the region, and the beautiful central square, closed to traffic on summer evenings and hosting numerous events. Around the square, there are restaurants with local cuisine, a bakery, post office, pharmacy, two bars, and the beautiful village church. Two large supermarkets are reachable in 5-10 minutes by car or bus. The center also houses a museum with exhibits on local history and a panoramic terrace with a sea view, where summer concerts are held. Activities and Services Local Markets: On Mondays in Rio Marina and on Tuesdays in Rio nell'Elba, with stalls selling fresh products and local crafts. Hiking Trails: Explore ancient paths and stairways lined with Mediterranean herbs, with stunning sea views. Trails lead to Santa Caterina, Monte Giove, and the Volterraio Fortress. Beaches and Water Sports: Rio Marina offers several beaches, such as Vigneria, Spiaggia del Sasso, and Spiaggia Marina di Gennaro, ideal for snorkeling. In Cavo, there are numerous bars and restaurants along the sand/pebble beach. The beaches of Nisporto and Nisportino, reachable in 15 minutes by car, offer golden sand and an excellent beach restaurant in Nisportino. Bagnaia, with views of Portoferraio and the island of Capraia, is perfect for an evening at sunset in one of the many bars and restaurants. Events in Rio Elba Book Festival: In July, Rio nell'Elba hosts this famous festival, with independent bookstores, music, and readings in the main square. Festa di San Rocco: On August 16, Rio Marina celebrates with spectacular fireworks and music.