Laura
Al Gufo saggio - La Casa di Paglia
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Via Gagni, 19 -
San Zaccaria, Ravenna (RA)
- Area:
countryside
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National identification codeCIN: IT039014C1DQOHXQCQ
Regional identification codeCIR: 039014-BB-00361
Category
Bed & Breakfast
Rooms
2
Breakfast
included
Bathroom
Ensuite
Guests in this venue liked
- Abundant breakfast
- Charming property
- Very new
- The design of the property
- Spectacular view
- Cheap
Description
The Wise Owl is a house built entirely of straw bales.
We chose straw because it is an ecological, biodegradable, and readily available material. In fact, we used the straw from the field next to our house! I would say it's Metro Zero! No expenses for processing and transportation.
Straw is also an excellent insulator, both from heat and cold, thus guaranteeing a drastic reduction in cooling (practically zero) and heating consumption.
There is no risk of fire because the straw is covered with plaster and also because it is tightly compressed, preventing combustion due to lack of oxygen.
Furthermore, it is a very safe house from a seismic point of view: the straw absorbs shocks, so there is no danger of collapse.
Moreover, when combined with lime and raw earth plasters, straw ensures excellent humidity regulation, ensuring unparalleled climatic comfort.
We chose straw because it is an ecological, biodegradable, and readily available material. In fact, we used the straw from the field next to our house! I would say it's Metro Zero! No expenses for processing and transportation.
Straw is also an excellent insulator, both from heat and cold, thus guaranteeing a drastic reduction in cooling (practically zero) and heating consumption.
There is no risk of fire because the straw is covered with plaster and also because it is tightly compressed, preventing combustion due to lack of oxygen.
Furthermore, it is a very safe house from a seismic point of view: the straw absorbs shocks, so there is no danger of collapse.
Moreover, when combined with lime and raw earth plasters, straw ensures excellent humidity regulation, ensuring unparalleled climatic comfort.
Rooms and Rates
Conditions for pets staying in this facility:
Pets of small size for short periods by prior agreement with the host
Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy; kept on a leash; with pet passport; pets may not sleep on beds; pets may not be left alone at the facility; pets should be with owners at all times; pets are not allowed in communal spaces
Garden available
A daily cost of 6 € is due per pet
Features
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite):
2
- Pets Allowed
- Air Conditioning
- Romantic Atmosphere
- Parking
- Garden
- TV
- Free Wifi
- Family
- Business
- Hair dryer
- Charm
- Heating
- Near cycle paths
*Declared by the Innkeeper
Various information
- Pets allowed
- Rooms with air conditioning
- Parking
- Internet access
- English speaker
- French speaker
- Spanish speaker
House features
- Recently restored house
- 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
- Emergency lights or fire exit directions
- Photovoltaic or other forms of renewable energy
Services of the house
- Garden
- Garage / parking
Facilities and services
- Pets allowed
Location and surroundings
- City centre
- Panoramic view
- Spa
- 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
- Internet connection or telephone
Cleaning services
- Daily
Services
- Guides / maps / books available
- Local events calendar
- Guestbook
- Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests
- Presents
Holiday themes - the place
- Arts town
Holiday themes - town size
- City - between 100.000 and 300.000 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
- Charm
- Garden
- Family
- Business
- Romantic atmosphere
Breakfast
Buffet breakfast (sweet and savoury) with homemade products using local raw materials.
Bread, focaccia, and cakes with sourdough and homemade jam.
Fresh fruit juices and yogurt.
Always new sweets and biscuits that spring from Laura's imagination, with the owl as the dominant theme!
Bread, focaccia, and cakes with sourdough and homemade jam.
Fresh fruit juices and yogurt.
Always new sweets and biscuits that spring from Laura's imagination, with the owl as the dominant theme!
Video
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Hey from Laura
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Have you ever slept in a straw house?
You can experience it at our Bed & Breakfast “Al gufo saggio”
We are Laura and Stefano, a teacher of primary school and a social worker. About two years ago we moved from Sotto il Monte Giovanni XXIII in the province of Bergamo, in the North of Italy to the Romagna countryside, following our dream.
The backcountry in Romagna seemed ideal: close to the sea, not far from the beautiful art-city of Ravenna and surrounded by gentle hills. In other words … we are in the heart of Romagna, one of the most welcoming regions in Italy!
“Al gufo saggio” is a dream come true: it’s more solid and resistant than the straw house of the famous story of the three little pigs by the Grimm Brothers. The outside walls are made of bales of straw, while the interior is mainly made of compressed straw panels. The rounded profile, the slightly “pot-bellied” walls, the walls covered in raw earth and lime are absolutely unique and surprising.
An area of our house is open for guests as a Bed & Breakfast. If you want to spend a few days in Romagna for a trip to the beach, a cultural visit, a gastronomic stop-over in one of the many festivals of the area etc … or simply rest in the quiet countryside… you must visit us! You are always welcome in our B&B!
You can experience it at our Bed & Breakfast “Al gufo saggio”
We are Laura and Stefano, a teacher of primary school and a social worker. About two years ago we moved from Sotto il Monte Giovanni XXIII in the province of Bergamo, in the North of Italy to the Romagna countryside, following our dream.
The backcountry in Romagna seemed ideal: close to the sea, not far from the beautiful art-city of Ravenna and surrounded by gentle hills. In other words … we are in the heart of Romagna, one of the most welcoming regions in Italy!
“Al gufo saggio” is a dream come true: it’s more solid and resistant than the straw house of the famous story of the three little pigs by the Grimm Brothers. The outside walls are made of bales of straw, while the interior is mainly made of compressed straw panels. The rounded profile, the slightly “pot-bellied” walls, the walls covered in raw earth and lime are absolutely unique and surprising.
An area of our house is open for guests as a Bed & Breakfast. If you want to spend a few days in Romagna for a trip to the beach, a cultural visit, a gastronomic stop-over in one of the many festivals of the area etc … or simply rest in the quiet countryside… you must visit us! You are always welcome in our B&B!
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Conditions
Check-in from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out before 10:00 AM - If you're late you may be charged for an extra night
Area countryside
Great location, in the tranquility of the countryside, just a few kilometers away from the beautiful Ravenna and its UNESCO World Heritage mosaics.
Very close to the amusement park Mirabilandia.
Easily accessible is also Cesena with its medieval old town, the Fortress, and the Malatestiana Library.
Also close to the beaches of Cervia and Cesenatico, as well as the cultural and gastronomic itineraries of the hills of Forlì-Cesena.
Very close to the amusement park Mirabilandia.
Easily accessible is also Cesena with its medieval old town, the Fortress, and the Malatestiana Library.
Also close to the beaches of Cervia and Cesenatico, as well as the cultural and gastronomic itineraries of the hills of Forlì-Cesena.
Airports
Train Stations
*Distances As The Crow Flies
In The Surroundings
- Palace Grossi 6 Km
- Sanctuary Fornò 7 Km
- Church Santo Stefano 7 Km
- Highway A14 8 Km
- Highway A14 Cesena North 8 Km
- Shopping Center Punta di Ferro 9 Km
- Museum Centuriazione 9 Km
- Hospital 9 Km
- Cesena Fairs and Exhibitions Centre 9 Km
- Archaeological Museum 10 Km
- Rocca di Forlimpopoli 10 Km
- Bacino della Standiana 10 Km
*Distances As The Crow Flies
100% genuine reviews, written by real guests!
Excellent
Overall Rating 9.6
/ 10
17 reviews
17 reviews
Property
Cleaning
Host
Location
Price/Quality
Breakfast
Reviews from other sites
Google
Excellent 
9.8 (46 reviews)
TripAdvisor
Excellent 
10 (54 reviews)
What guests say
Reviews highlight a spotless, newly built property set in peaceful countryside yet conveniently located for visiting Ravenna and surrounding attractions. Guests consistently praise the welcoming and helpful hosts, Laura and Stefano, for creating a homely, friendly atmosphere and offering useful local tips. The homemade, varied breakfast—often featuring both sweet and savory options, with attention to dietary needs—is a standout feature. Rooms are comfortable and rest is assured, with attention to detail throughout. The B&B is recommended for its tranquility, cleanliness, excellent hospitality, and authentic experience.
Based on guest reviews. AI-generated.
katia
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 10 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
Simple, very nice accommodation; the hosts were excellent at giving recommendations. The homemade breakfasts were very good.
stayed from 08/19/2025 to 08/23/2025
giuseppe
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 10 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
B&B really well structured, in the middle of the countryside. Sleep quality is excellent, rooms are clean. The breakfast is delicious with various cakes and other things prepared by Mrs. Laura. Good location to visit the various places in the area. The owners are really nice, Mr. Stefano helped me with the booking for the visit to the monuments in Ravenna, and they also pointed out some restaurants.
stayed from 04/25/2025 to 04/27/2025
antonella
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 8 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
Magnificent stay! We stayed for 7 days. The structure is very nice and above all clean and fragrant. Laura and Stefano are fantastic and cordial hosts. The breakfasts were dreamy, different every morning and above all genuine, specially prepared by Laura. Upon returning from the long days spent in amusement parks, it is the right place to find a bit of relaxation. We will return.
stayed from 08/18/2024 to 08/25/2024
laura
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 10 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
What to say? Rooms, structure, breakfast, garden, and owners are top-notch!\nLaura and Stefano welcome you and make you feel at home, and Milo pampers you with his sweet eyes. Laura prepares breakfasts that calling them superb is an understatement! It's an atmosphere of serenity and tranquility that relaxes the soul and thoughts.\nNot recommended at all!
stayed from 08/09/2024 to 08/11/2024
simona
Property: 8 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 9 |
Location: 8 |
Price/Quality: 9
| Breakfast: 10
Highly recommended!! Well-maintained and spotlessly clean structure, with careful attention to detail in the furnishings and towards the guests. The breakfast is an explosion of goodness and genuineness thanks to Laura's passion for cooking, both sweet and savory. Stefano's welcome makes you feel at home, always available to answer our questions about their history and the unique structure of their b&b. Thank you both from the bottom of our hearts!
stayed from 07/05/2024 to 07/07/2024
The answer from the host:
Grazie Simona! Ci ha fatto molto piacere avervi nostri ospiti Al gufo saggio insieme alla vostra Bussola. Grazie per il vostro interesse verso la nostra esperienza: è stato un piacere condividerne le tappe. Buona estate e alla prossima! Laura, Stefano e il nostro labrador Milo
Grazie Simona! Ci ha fatto molto piacere avervi nostri ospiti Al gufo saggio insieme alla vostra Bussola. Grazie per il vostro interesse verso la nostra esperienza: è stato un piacere condividerne le tappe. Buona estate e alla prossima! Laura, Stefano e il nostro labrador Milo
luigi
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 9 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
First of all, congratulations to Laura because she is very helpful, very kind, etc. The structure is beautiful and quiet and breakfast is not a 10 but a 15. 3 wonderful days.
stayed from 05/10/2024 to 05/13/2024
The answer from the host:
Grazie a voi, Luigi e Michela, per aver condiviso con noi Al gufo saggio l'esperienza emozionante della vostra super pedalata! Laura, Stefano e Milo .
Grazie a voi, Luigi e Michela, per aver condiviso con noi Al gufo saggio l'esperienza emozionante della vostra super pedalata! Laura, Stefano e Milo .
valerio
Property: 9 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 9 |
Price/Quality: 9
| Breakfast: 10
Structure immersed in greenery, brand new and super clean. It is located 20 minutes by car from Ravenna. Internal parking and ample spaces in the garden are available. The managers are extremely helpful, friendly, and down-to-earth. Exceptional breakfast with homemade products (including vegan ones).
stayed from 05/10/2024 to 05/12/2024
The answer from the host:
Grazie per aver scelto il b&b Al gufo saggio! Siamo stati felici di conoscervi. Laura e Stefano
Grazie per aver scelto il b&b Al gufo saggio! Siamo stati felici di conoscervi. Laura e Stefano
sonia
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 10 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
We stayed 2 nights at Al Gufo saggio - La Casa di Paglia and we had an extremely good time! Laura and Stefano are very kind and welcoming, our little girl fell in love with their dog, Milo, sweet and playful! The room was very clean and equipped with every comfort. I cannot fail to mention Mrs. Laura's breakfasts: spectacular!! A wide choice of sweet and savory foods! If we were to come back to the area, it would be our choice!
stayed from 04/26/2024 to 04/28/2024
The answer from the host:
Grazie per essere stati nostri ospiti ! Un caro saluto a Dafne...la aspettiamo per giocare con Milo! Laura e Stefano
Grazie per essere stati nostri ospiti ! Un caro saluto a Dafne...la aspettiamo per giocare con Milo! Laura e Stefano
luca
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 10 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
B&B very convenient to Ravenna or the Romagna beaches or Mirabilandia. Spectacular breakfast, straw house with well-kept garden. Truly exceptional managers.
stayed from 06/01/2023 to 06/05/2023
silvia
Property: 9 |
Cleaning: 9 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 9 |
Price/Quality: 9
| Breakfast: 10
We were guests of Laura and Stefano in a corner of peace that I hope to return to! You are a dream made reality with a thousand attentions, colors, and scents! Congratulations indeed and thank you very much for the welcome! A hug and hope to see you soon!
stayed from 04/10/2023 to 04/12/2023
roberta
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 10 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
Wonderful place, Laura and Stefano welcomed us in the structure Al Gufo saggio - La Casa di Paglia as if we were longtime friends. We felt at home. Delightful people. Very abundant, delicious and varied breakfast. Comfortable and clean structure. We will definitely return.
stayed from 04/08/2023 to 04/10/2023
biagio
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 8 |
Price/Quality: 8
| Breakfast: 8
biagio rated this property but he didn't leave any comment
stayed from 01/27/2023 to 01/29/2023
nicoletta
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 10 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
Very kind host, everything very clean. Very relaxing place. Experience definitely to be repeated.
stayed from 05/14/2022 to 05/15/2022
paolo
Property: 9 |
Cleaning: 9 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 7 |
Price/Quality: 9
| Breakfast: 9
Good morning, it is a very welcome confirmation of my old review from a few years ago, my ratings speak for themselves, what more can I say. Managers of an uncommon kindness and courtesy. Spending the whole day at the beach and then sleeping in the countryside is priceless. For the rest, there's Mastercard paraphrasing a well-known advertisement.
stayed from 08/18/2021 to 08/21/2021
paolo
Property: 9 |
Cleaning: 9 |
Host: 9 |
Location: 7 |
Price/Quality: 8
| Breakfast: 10
Good morning, Easter 2017. The structure is in a pleasant position in the middle of the Romagna countryside, but just a few kilometers from Cervia. Only two rooms, but both splendid, furnished in a very fine way, brand new and absolutely spotless. We needed a base to see our Romagna friends. Breakfast attentive to customers' needs with homemade cakes and cookies by Laura, more than just managers, almost friends. Paraphrasing a well-known successful movie, what else to say if you pass by those parts, stop, it's really worth it. A warm greeting.
stayed from 04/14/2017 to 04/16/2017
erica
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 10 |
Host: 10 |
Location: 9 |
Price/Quality: 10
| Breakfast: 10
A warm weekend in March at the Wise Owl, how regenerating! The magic of the countryside that pours its splendor into Stefano and Laura's straw house. Magic, wonder, amenities, and a scent of well-being that still floated under the nose a few weeks later. How I want to go back! How I want to hear about the love that served as the foundation for this incredible construction, a real challenge. How I want to relive the "melting" of the black bread in my mouth in the morning for breakfast, and all the goodness that would be tempting to review, but the surprise of the moment would be lost. A enveloping, blissful sleep was given to us by our impeccable room, with meticulously cared details and an atmosphere of peace and serenity. A place that has the only flaw of accompanying the departure with a genuine melancholy. When you feel like opening a little window and finding a surprise, feeling pampered, informed, when you feel like stepping out of real life and entering a small enchanted world: the Wise Owl is the right place. Stefano and Laura, you are extraordinary people, and Milo you are the seasoning that flavors this wonder! Thank you from the heart, see you soon.
stayed from 03/04/2017 to 03/06/2017
debora
Property: 10 |
Cleaning: 9 |
Host: 9 |
Location: 8 |
Price/Quality: 9
| Breakfast: 10
Fantastic! Owls in every corner, attention to detail, window on the straw, smell of straw, super breakfast. Well done!
stayed from 03/03/2017 to 03/05/2017