Magical. A wonderful welcome, says a visitor this year to this substantial pink-washed farmhouse, very personally run by the 'genial' owner/chef, Nerio Racagni, and his resolute, unfailingly attentive wife, Letizia, who speak no English. One couple was unhappy with their stay, but others enjoyed the stunning views of the countryside from their bedroom window. The setting was idyllic, the fare and hospitality sparkled with originality. We loved the beautiful garden, the complete quiet. Some villa rooms, not particularly attractive, but comfortable, are in the farmhouse, but the real treat is to stay in the 16th-century fortified tower (it has a small lift to the third floor; also a spiral staircase). One enormous room occupies each of its four floors, they are well modernised, with a comfortable bed, efficient shower, and the original slits for windows; also home-made chamomile soap, bubble bath and shampoo, sweets on the pillows. Outside are a brilliant pool, a bar in a shed, a mini-gym in another shed, children's play equipment in an orchard, a zoo domestico' (ducks, chickens, goats and rabbits). No choice for dinner (up to eight courses), home cooking, rather than gourmet, mostly found truly delicious with exquisite desserts, sometimes `erratic', sometimes too much. Bali villa breakfasts include light-as-a-feather cakes', small omelettes with home-made bread, a table laden with cereal, cheese, sausage, a juicer, homemade yogurt. Letizia wanted us to eat everything that was offered, ! and sold us home-produced jams and rose liqueur in a determined manner.`When we left she sent us on our way with kisses on both cheeks. Drinks from the minibar, with meals and at the pool are included in the price. Nearby Brisighella is a charming town with a picturesque piazza.