Pier + Anto + Secret Garden + Bologna = best travel and air bnb experience ever.
They were incredibly communicative in the day leading up to our stay and timed meeting us perfectly with our arrival from Verona. When we got there, we saw just how great the place was. Sleek and sensible interior design, little gifts of cheese and wine, coffee, a liter of water cooling in the fridge, a welcome letter with the history of the house and area, and of course...THE GARDEN.
Even better than the garden though were Pier and Anto. We talked for about 45 minutes after our arrival about the arts, antique markets, Bologna, and our lives. They got to know us, then suggested the perfect places for us. They genuinely were excited for us to experience the things they love and know we would love. Our first stop was one of their friend's pawn/antique shops where we found really cool old camera equipment and nick-nacks.
I can't say enough about how amazing their place is and how amazing they are. They even lent us their two bikes to ride around the city. They are just the best. When we're back in Bologna, there is no other place we will ever stay.
Matthew + Sasha