Title: Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635974846242&destination=Rio%2C+Tuscany%2C+Italy&selected=103310350&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba ## Photo gallery for Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba ![Beach - Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/aca31947.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina - Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/b751c9b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/31648e71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/a2eed0d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba (Rio Nell'Elba)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103310400/103310350/8767793e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61722 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba Welcome to Villa il Guardingo, a beautiful villa in the heart of the medieval village of Rio nell’Elba, on the edge of the picturesque center, above the historic public washhouse. The villa spans four floors and consists of two interconnected living units. It includes a spacious kitchen, an elegant living room, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and three terraces. It was designed by the renowned architect Roberto Pirzio Biroli on ancient foundations. The Villa: You enter from the romantic Piazza del Risorgimento and directly into the Principe area, with a cozy and spacious kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher, refrigerator, oven, gas stove, coffee machine, and everything you need. In the kitchen, there are 8 dining places, and outside on the Piazza del Risorgimento, there is the possibility to sit at a small table and relax under the olive tree. From the kitchen, you directly access the bright and spacious living room, with a large sofa, an original glass table, and several seats with a view of the village and the valley. Next to it is the bay window room with a high, unique, local wooden beam ceiling, a large panoramic window, and an adjoining tiled bathroom with a shower. Depending on the needs, this room can offer one or two single beds or a double bed. From the living room, a marble staircase leads to the upper floor, where there is a small bedroom with a single bed and sea view, another bright bedroom also featuring an antique wooden ceiling, a double bed, and a bathroom with a bathtub and a beautiful sea view, as well as a spacious terrace furnished with a dining table and Mediterranean plants, offering a wonderful view of the surrounding hills, the village, and the sea. From the living room, you can also access, through a small balcony and an external marble staircase, the lower floor, in the Studio area. The Studio located there is also accessible from the rear entrance of Via B. Nardelli, via an old stone staircase surrounded by bushes and a beautiful stone terrace at the entrance. The airy stone terrace, furnished with a banana tree and teak furniture, invites you to rest after a hot day at the beach, dine under the stars, or read and chat. From the stone terrace, a few marble steps lead to the Studio, which is naturally pleasantly air-conditioned in summer due to the old walls, with a beautiful view of the old town and the green hills. Right in front of the Studio entrance, there is a cozy covered relaxation area. The Studio itself consists of several well-divided areas: an entrance area with a wardrobe, a sleeping area with two beds with comfort mattresses, a designer bathroom in the center, and a living area with a dining table, sofa, and WiFi. A marble staircase leads from the living area to the ground floor, into a newly constructed small mosaic kitchen, equipped with a sink, refrigerator, kettle, coffee machine, microwave, dishes, and glasses for preparing small meals. Through the external staircase, you can go back up from the Studio to the living room in the Principe area. ⚠️ ATTENTION: To better accommodate the different needs of our guests, it is now possible to choose between two booking options: \- Up to 5 guests: the booking includes only the “Principe” area (3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 terraces, and a living room with fully equipped kitchen). \- From 6 to 7 guests: the booking includes the entire villa, also including the “Studio” area (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, washing machine and one terrace). The entire villa consists of: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 terraces, and a living room with a fully equipped kitchen. If you are fewer than 6 guests but still wish to book the entire house, you can select 6 guests at the time of booking to view the full villa price, or contact us directly. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,722 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Bilo 4) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6140000/6130400/6130326/1db19fa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Residence La Valdana Capoliveri - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=6130326&PinnedHotelID=6130326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72290000/72280700/72280643/ecc12fcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Zaca 6, Emma Villas Rio Marina - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=72280643&PinnedHotelID=72280643&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118420000/118415600/118415535/da40a139.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### VILLETTA ELBANITA " The Breath of the Island " Campo nell'Elba - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=118415535&PinnedHotelID=118415535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=103310350&PinnedHotelID=103310350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=103310350,6130326,72280643,118415535) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 20 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts debit cards and cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number IT049021C2I7T8573M If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as bookingelbato\_197 ## About the area Rio is home to this villa. Castello del Volterraio and Spiaggia della Torre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Acquabona Elba Golf Club and Portoferraio Port. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. [Visit our Rio nell'Elba travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-NellElba.dx6269779) [View more Villas in Rio nell'Elba](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-NellElba-Villas.d6269779-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.81505%2C10.40007&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=a4ixMJvTax--zM1xMLmIxqTUKZI=) Rio Nell'Elba, Toscana ### What's nearby - ![Castello del Volterraio](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4876/5c671f83-8d00-4a99-960d-031f4255d5c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Castello del Volterraio 11 min drive \- 2.5 miles - Mineral Park of Elba Island 4 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Museum of Elba Minerals and Mining 4 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Rio Marina Beach 4 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Eremo di Santa Caterina 6 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Portoferraio (EBA-Marina Di Campo) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - Mambo 6 min drive - Bar Jolly 6 min drive - Bar Zio Charly 11 min drive - Osteria Vento In Poppa 6 min drive - Da Oreste La Strega 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba? ### What time is check-out at Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba? ### Where is Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Il Guardingo in Rio Elba Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthias P. 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Tolles historisches Haus, liebevoll und schön renoviert. Die Lage und auch der Ort selber sind sehr außergewöhnlich und auch fern von den üblichen Touristenströmen. In Laufweite schöne italienische Bar für Frühstück und Apperitivo (Bar di Soto). Bäckerei und Restaurants in unmittelbarer Nähe. Mietauto notwendig, um die Insel zu erkunden. Fahrstrecken aber allesamt gut machbar. Betreuung sehr professionell, jederzeit ansprechbar. Haben gute Tips für Restaurants und Ausflüge bekommen. ##### Matthias P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Pascale B. 27 Aug 2025 ##### Pascale B. 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