B&B Card Emilia Romagna Province of Piacenza Castell'Arquato San Lorenzo Podere Palazzo Illica

Podere Palazzo Illica

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Bed & Breakfast | Via del Canale, 5 - Castell'Arquato | Zona: Collina

Tel. 0523 803965 | Cell. 333 4422318

Regional identification code: 033012-AG-00001

National identification code: IT033012B5IIF7ZTTZ

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Guests love it because: charming property, swimming pool, abundant breakfast, spectacular view, the design of the property, cheap.

Podere Palazzo Illica of San Lorenzo offre questi sconti ai possessori della B&B Card (richiedila):

B&B Card discount 5%
B&B Card discount 5%
B&B Card discount 5%

Lo Sconto non viene offerto nei seguenti periodi:

From 10/30/2026 To 11/02/2026
From 08/09/2026 To 08/17/2026
From 05/29/2026 To 06/02/2026
From 04/03/2026 To 04/06/2026

Location and style
Our B& B is at San Lorenzo district of Castell'Arquato art and culture location with lavish spa waters and facilities (Terme Berzieri), rich in archaeological sites and buildings of great architectural merit, quiet, for enjoying a stunning panorama. "Podere Palazzo Illica" is a prestigious dwelling to conjure up the thrill of the past, unique, distinctive style, a building of the past brought into the present with unique touches guaranteeing top comfort.
Surroundings
Our location and the surrounding area offer our guests a chance to stroll and shop in the shopping streets, be amazed by the work of our artisans, taste the typical local products thanks to the food and wine tours, explore cultural events and exhibitions, wander amid the scents and sounds of the area's many gardens.
Near our facility you can find several monuments and famous places, sports centres and gyms for keeping fit.
Location
Our property is the perfect place for families who want to stay in a home from home, also thanks to special services just for your children, for work and business trips, for a romantic getaway that makes you feel like a couple again, for some pampering in a peaceful, welcoming setting, if you're looking to spend time in untouched nature.
Accommodation features
our guests receive rooms with different bathroom options (private, en-suite, shared), internet, reserved areas for smokers, guests are free to return at any time of night, car park, parking space, well-tended garden, kitchenette, large terrace.
Our rooms
Our rooms include: en-suite bathroom, free wifi fiber FTTH, TV, bathroom courtesy set.

Notes
A great start to the day with our delicious breakfasts.
Your four-legged friends are welcome here.
Our property has wheelchair access.
Hosts will provide the information needed in Italian and in English, french, german.

The breakfast, which consists of locally sourced products, is served from 08: 00 to 10: 00 a. m. It is possible to request an "early breakfast" or a "late breakfast".

Disabled Access
Pets Allowed
Historic House
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Swimming Pool
Garden
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Charm
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9.0

33 reviews

mauro

The owner, an extremely pleasant lady, could not do enough for me and my wife.\n\nThe room was very spacious and clean and breakfast was served with lots of homemade cakes and jams, all superb.\n\nWe also had dinner in the restaurant and the food was very much appreciated, homemade pasta served with a tomato and bean sauce "pisarei e fasò" are to die for.

stayed
from 03/31/2017 to 04/02/2017

michel

The cupboards in the apartment's kitchen need some repairs like the Guignois door or those that do not open without knowing the trick to open them.

stayed
from 07/14/2025 to 07/19/2025

francesco

francesco rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed
from 05/03/2025 to 05/04/2025

rita

Location with the charm of the past. Structure surrounded by greenery but only a couple of kilometers from Castell'Arquato and in an intermediate position between Parma and Piacenza. Spacious areas furnished in a simple but functional way. Large parking inside the structure and proximity to interesting places to visit. Good sweet-salty breakfast. Impeccable cleanliness. Courtesy in welcoming. My stay was in spring but at other times a large outdoor pool is available.

stayed
from 03/08/2025 to 03/10/2025

margherita

margherita rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed
from 01/04/2025 to 01/06/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille per il suo feedback! Speriamo di averla nuovamente nostro ospite in prossime occasioni. Un caro saluto da tutto lo staff

davide

Wonderful location, very kind and attentive staff, truly excellent value for money. The pool is a real gem. We had a great time and will come back.

stayed
from 08/12/2023 to 08/15/2023

The answer from the host:
Gent.mo Davide, grazie di essere stato nostro ospite e di aver dedicato tempo a inviarci il suo parere. Ci aiuta a fare sempre meglio! Lo staff

adriana

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stayed
from 05/24/2023 to 05/25/2023

The answer from the host:
Gentile Adriana, grazie per la valutazione e per essere stata nostra ospite. La vostra soddisfazione è il nostro miglior risultato. Lo staff di Podere Illica

francesca

The room is not up to the price paid.

stayed
from 04/29/2023 to 04/30/2023

The answer from the host:
Gentile ospite, Siamo spiacenti nel riscontrare che la camera non sia stata di suo gradimento. Avrebbe potuto farlo presente al personale nel momento del check in. Saremmo stati lieti di assegnarle altro alloggio, qualora disponibile. Ringraziandola per aver dedicato tempo a recensire la nostra struttura, prendiamo nota del suo feedback in un'ottica di costante miglioramento dei servizi. Cordialmente

patrizia

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stayed
from 04/29/2023 to 04/30/2023

The answer from the host:
Gentile ospite Grazie per il tempo dedicato alla recensione. Cordialmente Lo staff

fabrizio

Beautiful vacation.

stayed
from 10/30/2022 to 10/31/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille Fabrizio! Torni a trovarci con la sua bella famiglia. Chiara

maria

Wonderful pool and very convenient location.

stayed
from 08/20/2021 to 08/21/2021

marc

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stayed
from 08/16/2021 to 08/20/2021

teresa

Thank you for the lovely evening.

stayed
from 07/22/2021 to 07/23/2021

daniela

Accustomed to traveling, sometimes the villages of Italy are lost sight of. The property is a marvel, it feels like going back in time. Everything has a flavor of old traditions and nostalgic family returns. The owner is a volcano of advice, historical notions, information on castles to visit, and anecdotes from her life and the territory. The sunset by the pool is enchanting and trekking is possible. We chose half board and the food was excellent, we were treated to handmade pasta and traditional Piacenza dishes. All good and seasoned with extra virgin olive oil produced by them and recipes to take home. I highly recommend it to those who want to escape as a couple or for families.

stayed
from 09/30/2020 to 10/02/2020

arcangela

Beautiful seventeenth-century farmhouse, furnished with great taste inside and out in the garden. Owners and staff are exquisite and very kind, always attentive to our needs. They also provide a great service to the territory, recommending visits and excursions. Perfect for children who are even pampered and spoiled by the very kind lady owner.

stayed
from 08/24/2020 to 08/29/2020

francesca

We were guests at this property for the BBDay and we had a great time! The estate immersed in nature is rich in history, which the owner illustrated to us, also showing us her library full of interesting volumes. Excellent breakfast with homemade cakes, very kind hosts, strategic place to visit the Castles of the Duchy and other wonders, what can I say, a place to definitely come back to!

stayed
from 03/06/2020 to 03/08/2020

paolo

Splendid opportunity to combine well-being and relaxation in a refined environment with an ancient flavor, immersed in nature and close to the main routes for visiting castles and art cities. Friendly, professional, and caring staff, abundant and fully satisfying breakfast, comfortable and spacious room, equipped with mosquito nets and well soundproofed. Overall excellent, difficult to find significant flaws. High rating.

stayed
from 03/06/2020 to 03/08/2020

cinzia

The stay at Podere Palazzo Illica has an extra touch, just like its owner, Mrs. Maria Enrica, who is truly a spectacular character that knows how to entertain guests by pointing out the true gems to visit in the surroundings and sharing her simple but delicious homemade cake recipes for breakfast. I took home 3 recipes, discovered incredible places like Veleia Romana (the Pompeii of Northern Italy) which I was unaware of, tasted the extra virgin olive oil from Napoleon's olive trees, and listened to stories, anecdotes, and tales from Mrs. Maria that I will always carry in my heart. The B&B is very convenient for visiting many nearby places of interest and the breakfast, although only sweet, is a real gem because it is artisanal and genuine, composed of the magnificent homemade cakes and jams made by the legendary Mrs. Maria. We will definitely come back! Thank you for everything! Cinzia and Andrea.

stayed
from 03/06/2020 to 03/08/2020

gaetano

Beautiful place, excellent welcome and the owner is exceptional. Recommended.

stayed
from 11/22/2019 to 11/24/2019

beatrice

Wonderful structure with spacious rooms and comfortable beds. Immense garden and presence of horses that enhance the stay. Only downside is the breakfast, only sweet. Missing cold cuts and cheeses as well as wholemeal bread or alternative drinks to milk. Such a spectacular structure could update the breakfast menu to become top-notch.

stayed
from 10/31/2019 to 11/01/2019

cristina

Heaven must be similar. This place is enchanting. It exudes love in every detail. And history and art that Maria tells you with the enthusiasm of her life. Full of study, of beginnings, of good and just things. And with the same passion she cooks beef cheeks that are unmatched, prepares medlar compotes and zero km pies, seeks the true name of everything and everyone. You come back home richer and with the certainty of returning.

stayed
from 02/23/2019 to 02/24/2019

simone

Podere Palazzo Illica is welcoming and excellently managed by Mrs. Maria, who manages to find exclusive time for her guests, as she is very helpful both within the services of her estate and in providing information and directions for trips outside the door. We found a family atmosphere and abundant, very good cuisine. The price is not high considering the place and the services. For those who love Italian culture, it is an excellent reference point. Recommended to everyone.

stayed
from 08/12/2018 to 08/18/2018

giuseppe

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stayed
from 11/01/2017 to 11/02/2017

mila

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stayed
from 10/21/2017 to 10/22/2017

vittorio

I fully agree with Sonia's excellent review who stayed from 02/09/2017 to 03/09/2017, also my wife and my son accompanied by his family stayed for only one night, but I promised to the very nice Mrs. Maria that we will come back to visit that magnificent territory where the magical Podere Palazzo Illica is located. Congratulations and see you again.

stayed
from 10/07/2017 to 10/08/2017

luca

Excellent Bed and Breakfast 5 minutes from Castel'Arquato. Clean, very new rooms, very comfortable beds and stunning location. The lady who runs it is very helpful and friendly.

stayed
from 09/18/2017 to 09/20/2017

sonia

I stayed only one night, unfortunately, but it was a wonderful experience: the farmhouse is a very pleasant place, with various well-kept spaces, a park with garden and animals, ideal for countryside walks and relaxing moments. Cozy and clean rooms, good food cooked by Mrs. Maria Enrica, who is the real surprise and the true treasure of Podere Palazzo Illica. A cultured, interesting lady who, upon request, opened her incredible library to us, full of books of all kinds and containing ancient and precious volumes. She gladly talks about her love for Podere Palazzo Illica, how she came to own it and how she renovated it over time, with the help of professionals and after extensive research in the archives to restore its original form (the one it had at the time of the father of the librettist of Puccini, Luigi Illica, who lived there). It's a convenient location to visit true gems like Castell'Arquato of course, but also the other medieval village with the castle of Vigoleno, the Roman ruins of Veleia Romana, the abbey of Chiaravalle, and on the way back to Mantova, we also visited the residence of Soragna. A weekend of relaxation for the body and nourishment for the mind and spirit: a lovely birthday gift for my husband. Highly recommended.

stayed
from 09/02/2017 to 09/03/2017

stefania

Our stay was short, but we returned with Podere Palazzo Illica in our hearts. Spacious room (we were 3 + dog) and very clean, we used the restaurant: everything good and portions super abundant as well as breakfast, excellent cakes. We will return.

stayed
from 08/12/2017 to 08/13/2017

pamela

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stayed
from 05/27/2017 to 05/28/2017

fernanda

We stayed only one night during our visit to the Castles of the Duchy, a truly beautiful place, with a very relaxing atmosphere! Surrounded by nature and animals, it is a very well-kept, cared for, and spotlessly clean place. The lady is very kind and excellent in dealing with people, truly a recommended and enjoyable stay. We couldn't try the cuisine as we didn't stay over the weekend, but the lady indicated a really nice place where we ate very well (l'Angiolina).

stayed
from 09/22/2016 to 09/23/2016