What a cozy and comfortable 10-day stay. Below are some of the highlights :)
1. Quiet and peaceful residential neighborhood: If you take the bus, it takes about 20 minutes to get to the central station and about 30 minutes to where many of the main attractions are. I based myself in Bologna for day trips and preferred some distance from the more exciting but hectic downtown area, so this was the perfect accommodation. A store for buying citypass (10 bus rides) is also just a 5 min walk.
2. Friendly company (human or furry) when you need it: Barbara and her son are very kind and responsive. The animal ladies in the house, Maya and Minu, obviously have their own ways of communication, but they were adorable and often kept me company during meals.
3. Chance to enjoy home-cooked meals or cooking classes. I went to Bologna for the food, so I really loved learning to make fresh pasta and getting a delicious home-cooked meal for my last evening. For the prices, check with Barbara!