Il Podere dell'Imperatore

Bed & Breakfast

Excellent 9.7 / 10

(47 reviews)

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Via San Martino, 25 - Portoferraio (LI) - Area: countryside

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Rooms and Rates

Ideal for trekking
Bicycles available
Farm with animals
Air Conditioning
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Garden
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Hair dryer
Heating

Declared by the Innkeeper

Various information

Rooms with air conditioning
Parking
Internet access
English speaker
French speaker

House features

Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems

Services of the house

Garden

Facilities and services

Laundry
Bicycle, boat, horses / sports equipment

Location and surroundings

Panoramic view
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 2
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 2

Size of rooms

Between 14 and 20 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

TV
Mirror or luggage case
Fridge
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs
Sofa / armchairs

Cleaning services

Every 3 other days

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Guestbook
Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests
Presents

Holiday themes - the place

Country

Holiday themes - town size

Small town - between 5000 and 25000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Located in country side or nature reserves

Holiday themes - house features

Garden
Family
Romantic atmosphere

Guests in this venue liked:

abundant breakfast
charming property
very new
spectacular view
the design of the property
swimming pool
in the city center
cheap
at the seaside

Excellent

9.7 / 10

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Cleaning

Host

Location

Price/Quality

Breakfast

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Overall Rating

9.7

47 reviews

enrico

Amazing place immersed in nature but very close to Portoferraio and conveniently positioned to reach all the beautiful beaches on the island. Cristina and Vittorio are the perfect hosts, discreet but present if you need them. The breakfasts are to die for. Cristina will prepare new, handmade cakes every morning, muffins, crostatas filled with her mythical handmade apricot jam, fresh eggs, ham, cheese. To complete the picture: two beautiful dogs and a goose will welcome you to this beautiful podere.

stayed from 06/30/2018 to 07/08/2018

The answer from the host:
Thank you so much Enrico, we were very pleased to have you with us. You are two beautiful and interesting people. Glad to have made your holiday peaceful and relaxing. A hug from all of us.

fabrice

Great welcome, charming and caring hosts, magnificent homemade breakfast. The Podere dell'Imperatore. The accommodation very comfortable, tastefully decorated. A choice place for those who love the authentic, nature, and animals.

stayed from 07/08/2019 to 07/14/2019

The answer from the host:
Merci beaucoup, est été un plasir de vous accuiller chez nous. un calin à tous le monde.

jean-pierre

Everything is done to offer an exceptional stay. Lots of professionalism and attention.

stayed from 06/17/2019 to 06/24/2019

The answer from the host:
Merci beaucoup Annie. Ce fut un grand plaisir de vous accueillir parmi nous. vous et J. Pierre êtes deux personnes formidables. Un gros câlin de nous tous, y compris Guendalina aha ha ha.

katja

It was exactly the perfect accommodation for us! We were received super warmly and immediately felt comfortable!

stayed from 07/04/2021 to 07/11/2021

astrid

It was very very nice, yes, exactly, we were thrilled. And the breakfast: amazing! Dear Cristina, thank you so much for the wonderful time! Lina, Moritz, Astrid & Tom.

stayed from 06/22/2019 to 06/29/2019

almudena

An exceptional place to stay, recommended.

stayed from 08/04/2024 to 08/08/2024

domenico

The structure is complete with all the comforts: it consists of two spacious rooms furnished with taste: living room, large bedroom, quality Wi-Fi, Netflix, a spacious and comfortable bathroom. The location is central to the island in the valley of San Martino, very quiet and just a few steps (real ones) from the Napoleonic residence. The real strength of the structure is: Virginia, dad Vittorio and Irene... fantastic people to chat with amicably in the morning over excellent breakfasts (Virginia's cakes are award-winning), kind, helpful, in short, they make you feel at home... What more do you want? HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

stayed from 09/06/2024 to 09/13/2024

elena

Wonderful hospitality, family-friendly, welcoming and relaxing environment. Highly recommended.

stayed from 08/19/2024 to 08/25/2024

stefania

B&B located in an excellent position to comfortably explore the entire island. Clean and spacious room even for four people. Perfect breakfast with great attention to intolerances. Thank you Virginia for welcoming us wonderfully into your little corner of paradise.

stayed from 08/28/2024 to 09/06/2024

massimo

Well-designed structure, quiet location, and well-kept and clean environment. The "sober" breakfast without waste is well matched with nature and animals. However, more attention is needed in the spaces that these last ones use. Overall, however, a positive judgment.

stayed from 08/31/2024 to 09/07/2024

raffaella

A quiet, clean, and very nice place. Virginia makes you feel at home and pampers you with her morning treats and kindness. Highly recommended.

stayed from 08/10/2024 to 08/17/2024

rachele

Very well-kept and welcoming accommodation, very nice owners and their animals! The breakfasts are also excellent, varied and prepared with fresh products. We will come back!

stayed from 07/20/2024 to 07/28/2024

vittorio

Very kind and welcoming owners, a beautiful place, ideal for relaxing, central for moving around the whole island. Special note for breakfast, plentiful and of excellent quality.

stayed from 07/18/2024 to 07/21/2024

lucia

Everything is really very nice, the owners are very kind and make you feel at home. Also very nice the contact with the animals that are not intrusive but friendly and always present! Highly recommended.

stayed from 07/13/2024 to 07/17/2024

vladimiro

Fantastic place. Virginia a 5-star host. At the end of the vacation, we felt like part of the tribe. Accommodation and food top.

stayed from 07/01/2024 to 07/10/2024

jessica

A true paradise, we stayed from 17th to 22nd June 2024 and we had a really great time. The property is managed by Virginia, a very nice and helpful girl, along with her father Vittorio, who takes care of the maintenance of the place. There are also several animals that are part of that beautiful family, so for those who love animals like us, it is the perfect place. The breakfasts are abundant and prepared with very fresh and healthy ingredients. We highly recommend Il Podere dell'Imperatore to anyone who wants to spend a holiday on the beautiful island of Elba. Jessica and Andrea.

stayed from 06/17/2024 to 06/22/2024

anna

People and animals complete this beautiful location. We will remember the beauties of Elba, and what really made a difference on this vacation is them! Thank you.

stayed from 06/21/2024 to 06/29/2024

massimo

Great structure, great staff, great management. Definitely worthy of other stays.

stayed from 08/20/2023 to 08/27/2023

roberto

For those who love animals, it's a paradise! It feels like home, a family environment! I hope to return soon with our children.

stayed from 06/02/2023 to 06/04/2023

adanella

Quiet place and strategic location. Highly recommended!

stayed from 07/10/2022 to 07/17/2022

giulia

Virginia and Vittorio are two fantastic people, very friendly and helpful but always discreet. The structure is cared for in every detail and equipped with all the comforts, with the advantage of being in the middle of nature in a very well-kept and quiet place. The breakfast is based on homemade and always different products. Virginia gave us valuable advice on what to visit or where to eat on the island. The location is strategic, just outside Portoferraio, and from here you can easily reach all areas of the island. If you love animals, then, this place is a true paradise! Ludovico and I left a piece of our hearts here!

stayed from 07/03/2022 to 07/10/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie Giulia e Ludovico! È bello incontrare persone che sappiano apprezzare il nostro territorio e andarne alla scoperta come avete fatto voi. Creonte e Medea vi aspettano per la colazione in compagnia ogni volta che vorrete 😉

federica

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

stayed from 05/26/2022 to 05/29/2022

michela

A paradise within paradise. A charming location, tranquility and relaxation. Impeccable management, Virginia and Vittorio are unparalleled, very sweet and efficient. Maria's room, beautiful, as I believe Paolina's is too. The breakfast is superb and abundant in both sweet and savory options, very attentive also to allergies and intolerances. Truly beautiful.

stayed from 09/07/2021 to 09/10/2021

martina

We have never felt truly at home in the hotels, bed and breakfasts, and agriturismos we have stayed in. At Il Podere dell'Imperatore, it's really possible. It's a magical place and it's indescribable in its beauty and authenticity! Virginia, Vittorio, their two wonderful labradors, and the goose Guendalina made our vacation unforgettable! You feel pampered and everything is taken care of in every detail. Wonderful breakfasts with Virginia's homemade cakes, fragrant sheets and towels, welcoming decor, attention to healthy living, love for animals and nature, and Vittorio's care in maintaining every corner of this paradise. We could really say much more, but to truly understand what we experienced, you just have to book and discover it in person. Il Podere dell'Imperatore is Cristina's dream that becomes a reality for anyone who crosses its threshold.

stayed from 08/01/2021 to 08/08/2021

davide

Great property in a strategic position to reach the most beautiful beaches of Elba. The hosts are kind and helpful, the location ensures tranquility and relaxation, and the proximity to the village allows you to have all the services within a five-minute drive. The breakfast is superb, fresh homemade pastries and much more.

stayed from 07/11/2021 to 07/17/2021

The answer from the host:
Grazie Davide, è stato un piacere potervi ospitare. A presto!

paolo

We were welcomed as if we were old friends. We really enjoyed our stay and if we were to come back to Elba, I would definitely choose Il Podere dell'Imperatore again. The breakfast in the morning was a feast for the eyes and the palate. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

stayed from 09/15/2020 to 09/25/2020

giovanni

Wonderful B&B, very well curated, with many small attentions towards the guest. Extremely well-maintained rooms, with superior cleanliness and order.

stayed from 09/23/2020 to 09/26/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie Giovanni e Rosanna per essere stati nostri ospiti, siamo felici che siate stati bene e malgrado il tempo non sempre bellissimo, abbiate trascorso la vostra vacanza in relax. Un abbraccio da tutti noi.

marina

Wonderful place and very kind managers always ready to meet every request, a little paradise.

stayed from 09/10/2020 to 09/14/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie Marina, è stato un piacere conoscervi. Un abbraccio da tutti noi Guenda compresa.

cinzia

Staying at Il Podere dell'Imperatore was like listening to good music, without ever a wrong note. Enchanting place, in the countryside but a stone's throw from the sea, managed by a very kind family, always present but never intrusive. Large room, carefully furnished and very clean. Super breakfasts with homemade pastries, fruit, savory options and anything you could wish for, all served under the branches of a centuries-old apricot tree. And when you return tired after a day at the sea or after a wonderful trekking experience in Elba, you can relax on the comfortable sun loungers provided in the garden right in front of the room. Everything really well taken care of and perfect. Rating 10 out of 10!

stayed from 08/31/2020 to 09/07/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie Cinzia, siamo felici che Nella semplicità del nostro vivere abbiate trovato serenità. Un abbraccio grande e un in bocca al lupo per tutto.

raffaella

The very kind owners, excellent breakfasts, and the room is very beautiful! An enchanting place worth going to.

stayed from 08/30/2020 to 09/06/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie Raffaella, mi scuso per il ritardo con il quale rispondo ma leggo solo ora. Siamo felici di avervi avuto come nostri ospiti qui al podere, è sempre un grande piacere coccolare e viziare i nostri ospiti. Un abbraccio e... à la prochaine fois.

fabrizio

We stayed at this magnificent property, my partner and I, for a week and everything was magnificent. The property is very well-kept and immersed in greenery with a spectacular view. The managers, Cristina and Vittorio, along with the rest of the family, are very kind, helpful, and attentive to the guests' needs and immediately make you feel at ease. The rooms are very beautiful, well-kept, and spacious. The breakfast is sublime and very rich with fresh pastries prepared by Cristina. There is also savory food, fruits, and other delicacies. The company of the various animal friends that color the environment and are part of the family is also excellent. We really did not find any negative notes. Thanks to Vittorio, Cristina, and the rest of the family for making us spend a beautiful week.

stayed from 08/02/2020 to 08/09/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie Fabrizio, siamo felici di avervi ospitato e ancor più di avervi conosciuto. Un saluto da tutti noi Guendalina compresa.

paolo

I stayed with my partner for a week in this property and we had a great time. The owners were very kind, located a few kilometers from the center of Portoferraio, I also gave the highest rating on the location even though it is far from the sea because it is very peaceful. At night, a starry sky visible to the naked eye and during the day a tranquility, a peace that sometimes we didn't even want to go to the beach. One of those places you hope to return to.

stayed from 06/22/2020 to 06/29/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie infinite Paolo, siamo felici che la semplicità e la quiete del nostro vivere vi abbia rilassato e allietato le vostre vacanze. A presto. Un abbraccio da tutti noi.

barbara

Super clean and cute apartment, friendly staff, super breakfast.

stayed from 08/31/2019 to 08/01/2019

The answer from the host:
Grazie Barbara.

giuliano

Magical place just outside the center, surrounded by nature among geese, ducks, and two very sweet big dogs. Great management by Cristina and Vittorio, always kind and smiling, ready to give you advice on everything you need, not to mention the super breakfast with homemade sweets by Cristina! We will come back!

stayed from 08/02/2019 to 08/04/2019

jenny

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

stayed from 07/21/2019 to 07/28/2019

The answer from the host:
Thank you Jenny and at the next years. Kisses to jack and dan. (I hope to write OK).

paola

A beautiful stay at Il Podere, what can I say. Spectacular welcome, from the location, for its tranquility, immersed in the countryside but a stone's throw from the city center, a strategic point to reach the entire island in a few minutes by car; at breakfast, with delicious fresh homemade cakes; the kindness, availability, and friendliness of the owners who with their various animals, from the courtyard and as companions, brighten up your morning and return home! Beautiful memory of this spectacular island. A big hello to Cristina and her family. Paola and Andry.

stayed from 07/13/2019 to 07/20/2019

simone

Very welcoming place in the countryside of Portoferraio, from where you can easily reach different locations. Kind and helpful owners, clean and very spacious room with a rich breakfast in the garden with genuine products.

stayed from 06/24/2019 to 06/27/2019

The answer from the host:
Grazie Simone e Fiorella il nostro intento è accogliere e far sentire tutti in nostri ospiti come a casa, con cose semplici e genuine rigorosamente fatte in casa. È stato un piacere ospitarvi e siamo felici di aver reso il vostro soggiorno piacevole. Buon rientro e buona estate da tutti noi.

bruno

The B&B is magnificent, quiet, immersed in the greenery. The rooms, or rather, the suites are spacious, bright, clean. The breakfast prepared by Cristina is always abundant and with some new features in the homemade sweets. The owners are always available for suggestions on the stay, recommending beaches, excursions, restaurants, cultural activities. We had a fantastic stay. Absolutely recommended.

stayed from 06/17/2019 to 06/22/2019

gianni

The best you could want to relax: comfortable and quiet room, super breakfast and the added value given by the splendid family including the animals! Located in a strategic point for those who want to visit the whole island. Excellent.

stayed from 05/01/2019 to 05/04/2019

The answer from the host:
Grazie Gianni e Gabriella, siamo stati molto felici di conoscervi. Un grazie da tutta la famiglia Creonte, Medea e Guendalina compresi.

gianni

The best you could ask for to relax: comfortable and quiet room, super breakfast and the added value given by the wonderful family, including the animals! Located in a strategic point for those who want to visit the entire island. Excellent.

stayed from 05/01/2019 to 05/04/2019

claudio

We stayed for 5 nights with the intention of relaxing and resting. We could not have found a better place and people than Il Podere dell'Imperatore and Cristina and Vittorio who manage it. Saying that everything is amazing is an understatement. The central location compared to Elba (inland from Portoferraio) allows you to reach any Elban location in the same amount of time. The structure is new, the rooms are tastefully furnished and have everything you could need. Cristina is a discreet but very efficient presence, and her breakfasts are a spectacle to envy the most renowned hotels. If, like us, you love animals, then this is the ideal place. Two dogs, two cats, two sheep, ducks, geese, rooster, hens, turkey, and the goose Guendalina and her group of 6 adopted ducklings. Thank you for everything and goodbye because we will definitely return.

stayed from 09/05/2018 to 09/10/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie infinite Claudio e Claudia. Siamo felici di avervi avuto tra noi e ancor di più che siate riusciti a rilassarvi e a godervi questa breve vacanza. La nostra casa e tutti noi, Guenda e anatroccoli compresi, saremo qui ad aspettarvi se deciderete di tornare a farci visita. un abbraccio e ancora grazie. A presto Criss.

davide

A magical place, an extraordinary welcome and kindness out of the ordinary. We spent 7 unforgettable days, with super breakfasts (and snacks) prepared by Cristina and a room with all the comforts. We will definitely come back and highly recommend it. We already miss the labradors Creonte and Medea, the cat Tilde, Guendalina and the nosy ducks and sheep. Thanks again, Davide and Claudia.

stayed from 08/11/2018 to 08/18/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie Davide è stato un vero piacere per noi averti qui con Claudia. Siete due ragazzi stupendi. Coccolarvi era il minimo. Un abbraccio e un arrivederci da tutti Guendalina compresa.

valentina

We stayed in this corner of paradise of the Island of Elba for too few days. Mrs. Cristina along with her husband Vittorio and their daughter Virginia welcomed us to this wonderful B&B, and pampered us with marvelous breakfasts, information about the island that we had never seen before, and recommended exceptional restaurants for the evening. The place, the room, the breakfasts were divine. When we return to Elba, we will definitely stay in this wonderful property.

stayed from 08/01/2018 to 08/04/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie Valentina, siamo noi che ringraziamo voi per aver scelto di soggiornare al Podere dell'Imperatore. È stato un vero piacere conoscervi e a presto.

simona

Family management for this property, which is not by the sea but in a convenient location for the entire Porto Ferraio area and close to beautiful beaches like Sansone. The two two-room apartments are brand new, super clean, and furnished with great taste and attention to detail. The breakfast is excellent, complete with fabulous homemade cakes and freshly squeezed juices. Cristina and her family, the managers, are friendly and welcoming, very helpful, and full of attention. If you love animals, there is no better place: in addition to the 3 dogs (oh, no, Giendalina is a goose) and the 2 kittens, there are 2 sheep, some roosters (but they don't sing in the morning, you sleep magnificently) and even real mallards! We had a great time, a true retreat where we will definitely return.

stayed from 07/12/2018 to 07/15/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille Simona, tutti no, i compresi i nostri compagni di vita, Creonte Medea, Guendalina e tutti gli altri" siamo stati molto felici di conoscervi e di coccolarvi. È stato bello conoscervi. Un abbraccio da tutti noi.

paolo

Beautiful, spacious, and quiet rooms. Excellent cleanliness. Surrounded by nature, you feel calm and free. Abundant and varied breakfast. Excellent, kind, and friendly hosts, always available. I recommend it, we will return.\n\nGreetings to Guendalina.

stayed from 06/16/2018 to 06/20/2018

The answer from the host:
Ciao Paolo, leggo solo ora i vostri pensieri e mi scuso per il ritardo nel rispondervi. Siamo molto felici di avervi conosciuto e quando vorrete tornare non avete che da chiamare. Un grazie e un abbraccio forte da tutti noi del Podere, Guendalina compresa ah ah ah

andrea

Wonderful oasis immersed in the nature of the hills of Portoferraio, a stone's throw from the town and the best beaches on the island. The rooms of the structure are lovely, furnished with antique taste revisited in a modern key, equipped with all comforts and meticulously clean. The owners are wonderful people, helpful and kind, and offer a rich and varied breakfast, strictly made with organic food (0 km). I was thrilled with my stay, sure of my return in the future, I recommend it to anyone who wants to choose an excellent location on this fantastic island.

stayed from 06/02/2018 to 06/03/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille Andrea, è stato un piacere ospitarti. Un saluto da tutti Guendalina Compresa!: ah ah ah

laura

It was a wonderful stay, Cristina Vittorio and Virginia were immediately very friendly and helpful. The rooms are cozy and comfortable, very well cared for in the details. What about breakfast? Simply excellent, rich and varied, with many homemade preparations, from pomegranate jam to Elban donut to pancakes, strictly using eggs from their hens. The structure is 5 minutes from Portoferraio, a great location to enjoy the tranquility of the place without being far from local attractions. We hope to return soon. Laura, Fabio, Ida and Luigi.

stayed from 04/28/2018 to 05/01/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie Laura, Ida, Fabio e Luigi. Siamo noi a ringraziare voi per aver scelto "il podere dell'Imperatore" come luogo dove soggiornare. Ci ha fatto piacere coccolarvi e speriamo di rivedervi presto. Un abbraccio a tutti voi da tutti noi, Creonte Medea e Guendalina compresi, ah ah ah P. S.Buon compleanno Luigi!