Name: Rentvillas.com
Address: 1697 NW Precision Ln, Bend
Rating: 4.38

“Overall: View was breathtaking! Hospitality was superb. Enjoyed Most: View. Enjoyed Least: A bit isolated from the city. Surrounding Area: Just being on the Amalfi Coast. Nearby Events or Locales: Ravello. 12 miles. Tips or Restaurants: Lack of WiFi was almost a deal breaker. Although many places in Ravello have WiFi availability, going into town was required. Directions: We rented a private car through RentVillas so we didn't need to know directions. Check In Out: Seamless. On site folks were attentive and accommodating.”

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(Casa Blu) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: Owners were great. Nice people. Very informative. Property was very nice in good locations to go leave from for day trips. Enjoyed Most: Size, style and staff. Enjoyed Least: Although the location was good to go to other areas, we would have liked it to have been set back further from the dusty access road. The parking area did not have lighting.The bed in the master bedroom was uncomfortable, so we slept in single beds in the living room. The property provides mountain bikes, but the bikes all need major work. Surrounding Area: Siena was close and a great town to be close to. Pienza was close by too. Nearby Events or Locales: Monteroni D'arbia was close. Not really walking distance but 2 minutes by car. It's definitely not the prettiest town in Tuscany but very functional. Tips or Restaurants: Great local restaurant in Monteroni d'Arbia. Just one though - Ristorante Pizzeria La Galera on via Roma. Directions: GPS is a must have. It got us to the property and everywhere else. Check In Out: No problems. Very attentive.”

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(Casa Dei Venti - Il Maestrale) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: Great place for large family. Lots of room to separate and do your own thing. We had a wonderful time. Enjoyed Most: Pool and games room. Lots of room to spread out. Near the beach and lovely views. Enjoyed Least: When it rained, water did come into the bathroom. Surrounding Area: Great location, near shops, restaurants, and beach. Check In Out: We loved the villa. Overall it was one of the best stops for all the family. It is a wonderful place for a large group. Check in and check out were easy.”

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(Villa Hyacinthus) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: I would recommend this villa without hesitation. We travelled as a couple with 2 young children and my mother-in-law. Overall we had a very good experience. Enjoyed Most: The view is astonishing, the property is squeaky clean, vast, the owners are nice and available. They left information on activities in and around Positano. We liked the nice wine cellar with 10 euro bottles to buy as needed. This was very practical especially on sunday when many shops closed early. The kitchen was well equipped. Enjoyed Least: We only had one set of towels per person. Although we were told that this was standard, we felt that at this price range, just a few extra-towels in a cupboard in case of need would have been appropriate. Surrounding Area: Capri is a must. It is easy to organize day trips from Positano. We enjoyed driving along the coast. Amalfi is also worth to see, as well as is Pompeii. We did a small road-trip more inland in Agerola and through to Furore. The views were stunning. It is a shame that at this time of year, tastings in wineries were less available than earlier in the season. Nearby Events or Locales: The property is inside Positano. One can walk down to the beach and city center, and you can also take the bus (Positano interno). Tips or Restaurants: Restaurants San Vincenzo and Max proved to be very good and welcoming. If you have small children, don't forget to bring baby carriers, as strollers are not practical in the many stairs in the city (that are worth to be taken). Directions: We used a GPS. The owner contacted us 1 day prior to arrival and gave us clear instructions. Someone was waiting for us when we arrived and led us to the property for check in. There's a flight of stair down to the property so, if possible, try to avoid large and/or heavy suitcases.”

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(Villa Perla) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: The overall experience was very good, however it is not for people who are not physically fit. You are either going up a steep hill or down a steep hill. It was very challenging for our friend who had recently had both hips replaced. Enjoyed Most: The rooms were nicely done. The bedrooms were lovely and the beds comfortable. There was a washing machine and dishwasher. The kitchen was well supplied and the owner was lovely. He gave us a bottle of wine on arrival and visited during the week with a bottle of home made wine. The main street with shopping and restaurants was a 10 minute walk from the house. Enjoyed Least: There was no place to park the car near the house. We had to park on a ledge with no guard rail and a steep climb up from the property. It is not an easy place to drive around for most Americans who are used to wider roads. Surrounding Area: We enjoyed visiting other Tuscan hill towns. In Cortona itself, we enjoyed the restaurants, museums and churches. Nearby Events or Locales: The nearest small town was Camucia, a commercial area with a couple of supermarkets. There is nothing within walking distance of Cortona from where the house is located. Tips or Restaurants: Get in shape before you get there. Consider hiring a driver or taking taxis or public transportation. Be sure to bring washcloths as most European rentals don't provide them. Ask your cell phone provider for details and rates to use your phone in Europe. It is surprisingly reasonable. All the restaurants where we ate were wonderful. Our favorite was Trattoria Toscana. Directions: The directions were perfect. We met your representative, who spoke fairly good English, at her office and she led us to meet the owner who then led us to the house. I suggest that future renters arrive while it is still light. We arrived after dark and it was tough negotiating the road into Cortona. We used our phone GPS all through Italy. Check In Out: It was easy and smooth.”

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(Casa Lina) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: The property is wonderful. The home is nicely decorated and the rooms are very spacious. We loved the big dining room and large sitting rooms for our big group. The grounds are huge and beautiful and nice for walking around. It's a wonderful location. Enjoyed Most: The scenic location and the big rooms. It was also great that from the upstairs bedrooms you cannot hear any noise going on on the first floor. It was a great place to gather with a big group of friends. Enjoyed Least: The beds are firm. Surrounding Area: The beauty and the tranquility. Nearby Events or Locales: Gambasse Terme is close by (5 minute drive), but not necessarily walking distance. But there is a restaurant and coffee bar just across the street. San Gimignano was about 10-15 minute drive. Tips or Restaurants: The coffee maker takes the little one-use canisters! We brought ground coffee which we could not use. Directions: Those who used GPS did well; Google maps was great when you put in the full address. Those who didn't had trouble finding it. Check In Out: Giulia was there when we arrived and very helpful. Since we brought the wrong kind of coffee she was able to sell us the little pods. But she was not there on our 3rd or 4th days, or when we checked out. We had some laundry in the washer that we could not get to since she was not there and the laundry door was locked. We had to find the caretaker to open it up. There was no one there at check out. We did not know what to do with the garbage.”

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(Villa Gemma) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: Check-in and check-out was very smooth. Staff were wonderful and responded quickly to our inquiries and requests. Enjoyed Most: Grounds were lovely with spectacular views. It was well-situated near other small towns and the autostrada. Enjoyed Least: Second bathroom toilet was broken. There was no hot water in the shower. Editor's Note: All repairs have been completed. April, 2015. Surrounding Area: The surrounding area had spectacular views. The lovely town of San Casciano is nearby, with a large grocery and wine store. The Antinori Winery is a five minute drive away in Bargino, definitely worth a tour. Nearby Events or Locales: The nearest town is Bargino. It would be quite a trek to walk there down a winding, narrow road. Tips or Restaurants: I would bring face cloths because towels are not changed during the week unless you ask. Also, flip flops as the stone floor is cold.For traditional, home-cooked Tuscan food, we really enjoyed Trattoria da Bule in Bargino. Nello in San Casciano was also very good with great service and friendly staff. Directions: The directions to the property were excellent, and once outside Florence, it was easy to find even if we didn't have a GPS. Otherwise, we found the GPS invaluable to find our way to other locations. Check In Out: There were absolutely no issues with check-in check-out.”

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(Machiavelli - Sassi) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: We had a very enjoyable week spent at this villa and will return again. Enjoyed Most: This property is very picturesque and just as it was described on RentVillas.com. Enjoyed Least: The parking area and walkway to the villa was not lighted well at night. Surrounding Area: Beautiful views. Nearby Events or Locales: The nearest town was not within walking distance. Tips or Restaurants: The kitchen is not stocked with basics. Bring your own salt, pepper, sugar, oil and spices. Directions: It's difficult to read the signs at night. Find the villa during the daylight hours! Check In Out: Check in went smoothly.”

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(Villa Lucchesia) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: Enjoyed it very much. Enjoyed Most: Sharing the Hilton shuttle to Venice proper, free, next door--frequent and very convenient. View of the Giudecca channel boating activity from our apartment was a treat. Internet connection and English news channels were reliable. Enjoyed Least: Kitchen was really only useful for breakfast prep. Breakfast goods provided with the apartment were sub-par -- other than fruit, yogurt, and coffee, we brought our own stuff to eat. Surrounding Area: Quiet, neighborhood environment. No night-life or crowds. Other than Hilton guests and us, very little to no tourists. Nearby Events or Locales: Everything was within walking distance grocery store, small family- owned cafes, tobacco shop, shuttle. More like a village environment. Directions: Directions from Piazzale Roma on the water buses was excellent. No need for a GPS. Check In Out: Felt a little rushed with the check-in guy. Later we worked with another person who was much more thorough in working out our issue (with TV problems).”

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(Giudecca 8) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: Overall, we had a great time. Good location, good facilities, although a few maintenance issues. Great for the 9 people we had there at the peak, including 2 young kids. Enjoyed Most: The location, close to many interesting sights. The fact that all bedrooms had en-suite bathrooms. Good shopping including supermarkets, etc a few minutes away. Good WiFi, lots of hot water. Great views from the large terrace to the hillside village. Enjoyed Least: The road in and out is very narrow, one lane, a problem if you meet someone coming the other way. The en-suite bathrooms, except for the main bedroom, were all small, and separated from each bedroom by a flimsy curtain. There were mildew stains in some bathrooms. In the kitchen, there was chipped crockery and the fridge door needs repairing, as does the oven door. Editor's Note: The owner addressed maintenance issues in winter 2014 in preparation for the 2015 season. March 2015 Surrounding Area: Lots to see within an hour or so driving. Avignon, Arles, Nimes, Aix-en-Provence, Pont-du-Gard, Orange, St-Remy-de-Provence, the Luberon, etc. Great markets at L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (Sunday), and Carpentras (Friday). Nearby Events or Locales: Saumane-de-Vaucluse is a few minutes walk away, although it is small, very quiet, no shops, the one restaurant closes from September to March. L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is a few minutes drive away, a busy town with all facilities, including a fabulous market on Sundays (get there early to be able to park) Tips or Restaurants: Only arrive in a small car, as the road in and out is exceedingly narrow. Plenty of restaurants in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, plus a couple of good ones in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, just around the corner. Directions: We came from Avignon using our GPS which bypassed L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, so we missed vital landmarks noted in the directions, and hence got totally lost. There is no sign indicating the property when you arrive, except for a small no. 64 in the driveway. Check In Out: We didn't like having to send one security deposit to the UK and pay another deposit on arrival.”

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(Villa Samantha) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: The property is amazing, in the country (2 adorable small towns less than 5 km in either direction) on the other side of the mountains from Tuscany. Less traveled, less touristy, great quiet getaway in the real Italy. My wife insisted we were not in the right place, because it could not be a castle we are staying in! Her family originally came from Cagli, so a very wonderful experience for her. Several times she ordered a drink or dish that was supposed to be local, and then broke into tears when she tasted... just like the special food and drink she had growing up! Enjoyed Most: Rooms are filled with antiques, and the gardens are amazing it feels like your are staying in a castle. It is really 4 apartments in a very large house, that was remodeled to look like a castle over a hundred years ago. Excellent for 2 couples (as we were) or a small family in one apartment a larger family can rent out up to four apartments looking for a little space for each group. Lovely gravel courtyard in front with tables and chairs for group gatherings. You could also move tables and chairs up into the gardens for big meals out doors. They are talking about building a pool, so hope it is done the next time we go back (for sure!). Enjoyed Least: Maybe the kitchen, not many supplies and small but very standard for European homes, so this is more just to prepare you! If you want American stay in a big hotel in Florence. Surrounding Area: Location and access to many places in central Italy. Fano and Perugia are very close, and it is a day trip if you want to struggle with the crowds in Tuscany. There is a Monastery nearby that is very old, Hermitage of Fonte Avellana. The fort in Cagli is supposed to have sculptures it was not open the few times we checked, but we were off season. I am sure if we had spent a little time in the square, we would have found the person with the key! We did see a couple museums in nearby towns in Google Maps, but did not make it. Nearby Events or Locales: Smirra was once a town itself, and is right outside your gate. It is really a 'suburb' of Cagli 5km to the south and the address is actually Cagli. The home of Truffles in Italy is 5km North in Acqualagna. Cagli and Aqualagna have excellent restaurants and groceries at a store called Conad in Cagli also a Eurospin a little higher end and a little harder to find. Tips or Restaurants: The Bar Turismo Snc Di Magnoni Romolo Falconi Iride in Cagli and the Osteria Del Parco Di Samuele Ferri in Aqalagna are both a must and the bars and gelato shops in the square of Cagli were all very good! Both are only open noon-3pm or after 7pm (and no-one shows up until 8...). Try any place that looks interesting they are small towns with few tourists they would not survive if they had bad service or quality. We asked for the owner to hire us a chef to teach us how to cook Italian and we made home-made pasta so much fun and enough pasta for 3 meals! The Conad grocery store is on your right, just before you get to into old town Cagli, not open very late so check the hours. Directions: No improvements. You must really use a GPS to get around in small towns in Italy, but the Villa was VERY easy to find, right on the main road, just look for the the top of a castle from the square in Smirra! Call the manager before you get there so she can meet you. The back gate (actually a huge wooden door) is just off the main square and always locked, but the manager is a block away, and you will only use it when you check in. The main entrance (which opens to a long tree lined drive in a huge garden!) is down the road a ways and on a remote control, which they have several of once you check in. Check In Out: Make sure you call one of the managers as you get near Smirra, or from the back gate since she lives up the street. We did not call but luckily knocked on the right door! We were there off-season and the owners drove up from Rome, so we had a nice tour and history of the property. The owners spoke English very well, managers not as much (as in all of the area, so brush up on your travelers Italian), but we always figured out what we needed and were very eager to please, then left us to ourselves. You can call their cell or the phone in the villa with button marked 'reception'.”

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(Castello Flaminia - San Federico) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: Quiet and comfortable with stunning views. Great access to Lake Como area. Enjoyed Most: Quiet and located on a point away from other properties.Close to several restaurants within walking distance. Surrounding Area: Ferry boat access to all of Lake Como. Nearby Events or Locales: Olgiasca; yes. Directions: Key holder met us at meeting point.”

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(Villa Beatrice) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: Very good. Enjoyed Most: Quiet, quaint, and centrally located for many rewarding day trips. Didn't have to worry about not getting sleep after long days sight seeing. Enjoyed Least: Musty odor from a storage cellar on lower level; we bought some air fresheners to combat this. Surrounding Area: Very quiet village, and easy access to Lucca or Pisa. Nearby Events or Locales: Santa Maria del Giudice. Within walking distance. Very friendly mini mart close by. Tips or Restaurants: Might want to bring some food, as the mini mart (although very friendly) isn't always available. Besides, there is a standard size refrigerator. Check In Out: After calling property owner and setting a time, we sat at the gate for some time before being greeted by a relative. Didn't get good instructions on how to work anything in the apartment, where to take garbage, etc.”

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(Lucchese 4) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: Lovely villa. Enjoyed Most: Location- close to bus station and high up. Enjoyed Least: It might be nice to have specifics on stores in areas (local grocery) vs. info provided verbally-- we weren't processing everything due to level of fatigue!The amount of steps to/from villa is VERY difficult for some people- our group was fine but needed a porter to get our luggage up the steps at end of trip. Banging suitcases down the steps was also trying--might have a porter there when people check in--ask if you want one. It is a hike! Surrounding Area: Capri and Sorrento, Ravello. Nearby Events or Locales: Positano Tips or Restaurants: Cooking class was great Buca de Beccas, though pricey. I like the "local" scoop/info vs. being trapped as tourists and paying outrageous prices. Considering cost of villa, local info would help, and not just business cards but the real deal. Where does the owner go?? Directions: Had driver. Check In Out: All good. Carmela accommodated us by checking out the night prior due to early flight.”

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(Villa Il Giardino) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: This property was substituted at the last minute due to a problem with our original reservation. It was very clean and comfortable! Enjoyed Most: The view was terrific from the living room window and from the terrace of the master bedroom. Very easy walk to town and great restaurants. The bus stop was right across the street and made traveling very easy. Easy walk to catch the ferries to the Cinque Terre. Enjoyed Least: Winding staircase was difficult for my sister to navigate to get to her bedroom. I had originally booked a one level apartment due to her disability. Towels were a bit worn and need to be replaced. Surrounding Area: Beautiful view of the sea. Small seating area in front of the property with succulents and a lemon tree enclosing the small patio made you forget you were right on the main road. Property was quiet even though it was on the main road. Nearby Events or Locales: Portovenere was right there and it was very easy to walk on level sidewalks. Check In Out: Check in was a bit hectic as we missed the train stop, traveled further north and then had difficulty getting a train back in time. The property manager was very patient, met us when we finally arrived and had good information as to the area, restaurants and taking the bus to other areas to tour.”

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(Casa Poetica) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: The property was lovely. The furnishings were beautiful, the views spectacular, and the pool area was gorgeous. Overall, a beautiful villa with stunning views. Enjoyed Most: The view was spectacular, and the unit was so interesting with the combination of natural stone, tile, and nice furnishings. Enjoyed Least: The location is a bit far from the towns we wanted to visit, especially with driving such a challenge. Parking at the unit was also difficult. Not a true shower in the master, and the shower in the guest bath was tiny with no place to put shampoo, razor, etc. Parking was a challenge at the unit, and driving in the area is stressful. Surrounding Area: Many excellent restaurants. The dining experiences were great. Nearby Events or Locales: Furore. No, it was not within walking distance. Having a car was a necessity. Tips or Restaurants: Excellent restaurants are Bacco, Ripa Della Janare,Agroturismo Sarafina, Fico L'India, L'Incanto. Directions: We were given directions to a bar to meet the property manager. We experienced a problem when we arrived. Our phones were not working, and we could not find a WiFi hotspot. A kind woman in the mini-mart made a phone call for us. Check In Out: I think the meeting point should be the villa, not a bar which is often closed. Need a backup plan for foreign tourists who may experience difficulty with phones or WiFi.”

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(Furore 1) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: Very good. Enjoyed Most: The location and the view were excellent, as well as the outside areas. Enjoyed Least: The pool might have been tended to before arrival. Also, in mid September the sun did not reach the pool so the water was cold. The children (vikings) had some fun there, but the pool was in fact of no use. Surrounding Area: Everything. Fantastic landscape to enjoy from the terraces and walks. And we enjoyed the village with a good selection of amenities for such a small village. Everything we needed was within a minute's walk. Bakery, butcher, tiny supermarket, and last but least- Marco's caf? cum delicatessen. Nearby Events or Locales: No town in walking distance, but that was no worry to us as everything was available in Donnini village. Also we had rented cars and got around for sightseeing. Tips or Restaurants: Guests should be informed that the pool is quite cold in mid-September. Local Donnini restaurant serves great pizzas. Directions: We drove from Pisa, using a GPS. Think we would have had some trouble towards the end of the journey without it. Sorry, but not able to give specific recommendations. Apart from stick to autostrada as long as possible. Check In Out: We had a list of three contact persons. The two first priorities never answered. But number three, Marco, the bar owner, turned out to be our man. So very friendly and helpful in every way! So check in and out was perfect.”

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(Casa Donnini) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: We enjoyed our stay at Villa Rosa very much. The view is so beautiful and peaceful! We made good use of the porch to drink in the view while we were drinking wine! The bedrooms were spacious. The beds were very comfortable. It was great to have your own bathroom. We found it easy to get to other Tuscan towns for day trips. It was convenient to the train for a day trip to Florence. Enjoyed Most: The view was amazing. Also, we so appreciated the quiet! Enjoyed Least: Lighting in some of the bathrooms could have been better. Surrounding Area: We liked being able to walk through the vineyards. It was also very convenient to Montepulciano. Nearby Events or Locales: Sant'Albino was the nearest town. We did not walk in but drove in several times for groceries and dining. Tips or Restaurants: It would be helpful to toss in some garbage bags. We ended up buying some because we soon ran out. We also brought along coffee, wet wipes, some laundry detergent and dishwasher tabs.We went into Sant'Albino to grocery shop. We ate at Tre Stelle which was a fun local family type of place. We also ate at La Casina which was more upscale and very good.We enjoyed dining at Osteria dell'Aquacheta in Montepulciano for a unique dining experience, great steaks, and chatting with other patrons. Osteria del Conte was also very good! Directions: The directions to Montepulciano were good but they became confusing. We did not know when to count the turns in the road, before Montepulciano or after. The GPS would have gotten us there but we called Silvia to confirm and she had us pull over and came to get us. Check In Out: Check in and out were very smooth. No problems.”

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(Villa Rosa) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: We had a very enjoyable time. Villa Adelina is a charming rustic farmhouse in a lovely quiet location, about a fifteen minute drive from Castellina in Chianti. Our stay was from September 13 - 20, 2014, so we did not use the pool. Even though there are no screens on the windows, bugs were never a problem. Enjoyed Most: The beautiful peaceful setting. The rustic charm of the building. The large kitchen. The proximity to Castellina in Chianti. The house was clean and the grounds were well-maintained. Plus, there's plenty of space for anyone who wants to find time to be alone. The free wi-fi was a bonus and it worked well! Enjoyed Least: The driveway is in poor condition. You need a vehicle with high clearance to negotiate it, so it deterred us from going out in the evenings. The villa has rooms we never used--like the study. It would have suited us better to have a larger living room, but we solved the problem by moving one of the couches from the study to the living room. The bathroom towels are thin, the kitchen lighting is poor, and there are no sharp knives. Editor's Note: New, high quality bath towels have been provided. October, 2014 Surrounding Area: Castello Brolio, the wine festival in Greve. The towns of Greve, Panzano, Radda, Volpaia and Vertine. Volterra and San Gimignano can be done in a day trip. (It's best to go to San Gimignano first thing in the morning.) We also visited Lucca (1 12 hours away). An interesting town, though their market was a disappointment. Siena was an easy day trip. Nearby Events or Locales: Castellina in Chianti is about a fifteen-minute drive. It's a great little town to explore, plus it has a "COOP" supermarket and fabulous butcher shop. There's nothing within walking distance. Tips or Restaurants: The towels are thin, but if you won't be using the pool, use the pool towels as bathroom towels. Editor's Note: New, high quality bath towels have been provided. October, 2014.The kitchen was stocked with dishwasher and liquid detergent, sponges, coffee filters and paper towels. There was plenty of toilet paper, but you'll need to bring (or buy) any spices you plan to use, including salt and pepper. There were no sharp knives in the kitchen. You'll also need your own shampoo, body soap, etc. We had a lovely meal at Cantina Squarcialupi in Castellina. We also had Dora cook for us. The price was very reasonable, but it would have been more fun if we could have communicated with her. (She does not speak English.) Editor's Note: Toilet paper, bath soap, dishwasher and washing machine detergents, paper towels, and garbage bags are provided. New, high quality bath towels were also installed in October, 2014. Directions: The directions to the property were fine. Check In Out: Check in check out was a breeze. A staff member led us to the villa.”

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(Villa Adelina) - Posted 9 years ago

“Overall: This property was exactly as described on the website. Enjoyed Most: The location was perfect and it was nice and clean. Surrounding Area: It was centrally located. Nearby Events or Locales: It was in Rome.”

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(L'Ippocastano 2) - Posted 9 years ago

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