Il Riccio E Il Gufo
Cepletischis · Italy

Il Riccio E Il Gufo

Guest house set in the greenery of Cepletischis, amid the Julian Prealps, with panoramic terraces, family rooms and free private parking for nature lovers.

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9.1 Score
85 Reviews
12:00 Check-in
Nearby Rifugio Guglielmo Pelizzo · 2,4 km
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 12:00

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Il Riccio E Il Gufo

Il Riccio E Il Gufo is a guest house in Cepletischis, a small village in the Julian Prealps in the province of Udine, about 40 km from Udine and 55 km from Trieste-Ronchi dei Legionari Airport. The property is entirely non-smoking and offers guests a shared terrace, a children’s play area and free WiFi throughout, as well as free private parking convenient for those arriving by car.

The rooms, all with private bathrooms featuring a bidet and hairdryer, open onto a balcony with a view and are furnished with a fridge and electric kettle. One of the two room types also includes a private sauna, designed for those seeking a more relaxing stay after exploring the area.

The location is particularly appreciated by couples and by those who love outdoor activities: hiking, fishing and cycling can all be enjoyed nearby, with the option to rent bicycles directly at the property. Il Riccio E Il Gufo is therefore a suitable base for families and groups looking for tranquility and contact with the nature of Friuli, away from the busiest tourist routes.

Il Riccio E Il Gufo
★ 9.1 · Excellent · 85 reviews

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Guest house set in the greenery of Cepletischis, amid the Julian Prealps, with panoramic terraces, family rooms and free private parking for nature lovers.

Room types

Il Riccio E Il Gufo offers two types of family rooms, both about 40 m² and designed to accommodate large groups thanks to their layout with multiple single beds. In both cases the entrance is independent and the bathroom is private, with shower, bidet and hairdryer; each room also has a fridge, electric kettle and access to a terrace with a view, as well as a panoramic balcony shared by the property.

The main difference between the two options concerns capacity and extra comforts: the Family Room with Private Bathroom accommodates up to five people across five single beds, while the Family Room with Sauna, though hosting up to four guests, stands out for its private sauna and air conditioning, a detail that makes it ideal for those wanting a touch of extra relaxation after days spent outdoors.

Family Room with Private Bathroom — Il Riccio E Il Gufo
Family Room with Private Bathroom
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 5 single beds
  • Max 5 guests
  • Terrace, Independent entrance, Fridge

Spacious family room of 40 m², the largest in the property, with five single beds suited to large groups or families. It has an independent entrance, a wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower, while the terrace offers an open view over the hills surrounding Cepletischis.

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Family Room with Sauna — Il Riccio E Il Gufo
Family Room with Sauna
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 4 single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Sauna, Air conditioning, Terrace

The only room in the property with a private sauna and air conditioning, designed for those seeking a more relaxing stay. It accommodates up to four guests on single beds and retains an independent entrance, private bathroom with shower and panoramic terrace.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you're travelling with family or a large group: both rooms accommodate up to 4-5 people with multiple single beds
  • Yes, if you love nature and hiking: the area offers fishing, cycling and hiking trails close at hand
  • Yes, if you're travelling by car: free private parking is available directly on site
  • Yes, if you want a touch of extra relaxation: one of the rooms has a private sauna
  • Yes, if you're looking for tranquility as a couple: the location was rated 9.0 by guests travelling as couples

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you're travelling with pets: the property does not allow them
  • Maybe not, if you need a crib or extra bed for a child: these are not available
  • Maybe not, if you need breakfast already included in the price: here it is only offered as an option to have it in the room separately
  • Maybe not, if you prefer to pay by card: the property only accepts cash

Hotel facilities & services

Il Riccio E Il Gufo offers free private parking and internet access throughout the property, ideal for those travelling by car who want to stay connected even in a rural setting. Outdoor areas include garden furniture, balconies and a shared terrace, as well as a play area designed for families with children.

For those who love being outdoors, bicycle rental, walking and cycling tours, and hiking are all available, with the possibility of arranging packed lunches for day trips. Wellness is not overlooked, with a sauna available in one of the rooms, nor is conviviality, thanks to themed dinner evenings and tours or lessons on local culture.

On the dining side, the property offers an on-site café, fruit, wine or champagne and the option of breakfast in the room. Safety is ensured with fire extinguishers, a smoke alarm and CCTV cameras in common areas, while the independent access and private check-in provide guests with greater privacy.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms available
  • View
  • Shuttle service

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle rental
  • Tours or lessons on local culture
  • Themed dinner evenings
  • Bicycle tours
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling excursions
  • Hiking
  • Play area
  • Fishing
  • Shuttle service
  • Sauna
  • Family rooms available

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • On-site café
  • Fruit
  • Wine/champagne
  • Breakfast in the room available

Media & technology

  • Internet access

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Sea view
  • View
  • Electric kettle

Location & what to see

Cepletischis is a small hamlet in the municipality of Pulfero, nestled among the Natisone Valleys, a hilly area of Friuli Venezia Giulia bordering Slovenia. The setting is rural and quiet, characterised by woods, pastures and small stone villages, far from traffic and the region’s busiest tourist centres.

From Il Riccio E Il Gufo the nearest railway station is Cividale del Friuli, about 13 km away, while Trieste-Ronchi dei Legionari Airport is 39 km away. For those seeking a traditional meal, Rifugio Guglielmo Pelizzo is just 2.4 km away, followed by Agriturismo Péstrofa at 3.9 km; the small town of Cividale, a UNESCO World Heritage site, can also be reached in about 20 minutes by car.

The area is perfect for those who love outdoor activities in every season: in summer you can go hiking, fish in the local streams and cycle along the hillside roads, while in the cooler months the trails of the Julian Prealps offer striking views over the Natisone Valleys. Among the historic sites nearby are the Outdoor Museum Kolovrat, about 8.5 km away, dedicated to the memory of the Great War, and the Castelmonte Fortress, just over 10 km away, as well as distinctive sites such as Mejni Kamen and Forma Viva, both less than 10 km from the property.

Rifugio Guglielmo Pelizzo — Mountain restaurant ideal for lunches with views over the valleys 2,4 km
Agriturismo Péstrofa — Educational farm with traditional restaurant and local products 3,9 km
Outdoor Museum Kolovrat — Open-air museum dedicated to World War I sites 8 km
Castelmonte Fortress — Ancient fortification with panoramic views over the valley below 10 km
Cividale del Friuli — Historic UNESCO World Heritage town with the Devil's Bridge 13 km
Mejni Kamen — Protected historic site along a scenic border trail 5 km

What guests say about Il Riccio E Il Gufo

9.1
Excellent · 85 reviews
Staff
9.8
Comfort
8.9
Location
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Value for money
9.2
Free Wi-Fi
9.2

Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.8, and the cleanliness of the property, at 9.3. Value for money and WiFi also score well, both above 9. Couples especially appreciate the property’s peaceful location.

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