Overall: Fantastic. The owners/caretakers were generous with their time. Helpful with any minor questions. The view is amazing and the villa spectacular. Enjoyed Most: The villa is modern and clean. All amenities are available, including beach towels, lounge chairs on the multiple decks with umbrellas.Laura loves to cook. Without asking, the first night she made us Sangria. The second, a zucchini pie that was to kill for. A few days later, when we asked for the recipe she invited us into her home next door and made it with us. Amazing...The nicest hosts I have ever had, and I am doing this for 4 years... Enjoyed Least: No American coffee maker. You were able to make coffee, but only one or two cups at a time. Although we had two sets of directions and almost got there, if you miss the last right turn, it is very difficult to find. When we called Laura, she offered to come and get us....which she did. Surrounding Area: You can walk to the town, which is quite nice. The beach is also within walking distance as are the restaurants. There is a large modern supermarket, shopping abounds and the adjoining towns have terrific beaches where for a nominal fee you can rent both chairs with cushions and umbrellas. Nearby Events or Locales: The local town of Imperia is surrounded by beautiful towns, but not really within walking distance. But since you will need a car to get to the villa, everything is within 10 minutes. Tips or Restaurants: Since this villa offers the option of having some basic food shopping done before you arrive, I would take advantage of this. If there is anything specific you require, Laura and Carlo will try to have it ready for you. We enjoyed the waterfront front restaurants. the kitchen is fully supplied The bathrooms have ample towels and the maid comes in on Tuesday and Thursday for no additional fee. Directions: The hill is severely curvy, uphilland VERY narrow. My suggestion is to Call Laura or Carlo once you get to Diano Calderina to get help. Check In Out: Very informal. Since they live next door, they were very accommodating about what time we arrived and departed.