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

“Overall: Fantastic. Enjoyed Most: Pool and garden were beautiful. Enjoyed Least: Outside seating/dining area was small and odd. Surrounding Area: Great location... 30 mins from everywhere! Siena, Cortona. Local village of Pozzo was quaint and has good pizza! Tips or Restaurants: Restaurant Lodola is 2 kilometers away and was one of the highlights of the trip. We ate there 4 times!!! Check In Out: It was excellent.”

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(Villa Le Rondini) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: Could not be better. Enjoyed Most: The proximity to the village. It was only a ten minute walk to the central square. Enjoyed Least: The approach to the property was a very steep climb. Surrounding Area: There were several wineries and villages within easy distance. Nearby Events or Locales: Greve; yes. Directions: We used a GPS and we could not have gotten along without it. Check In Out: The owner of the property was very accommodating.”

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(Casa Lilla) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: We had a great time on our holiday. The villa is unique, which presents some challenges, but offers an authentic experience. Enjoyed Most: The dining rooms. Enjoyed Least: The beds were firm and the living room was dark so we spent most time in the kitchen. Surrounding Area: Traveling to the small towns of Tuscany. Nearby Events or Locales: Ponte alla Chiasa - within walking distance. Tips or Restaurants: Al Principe was a restaurant within walking distance, in Giovi. This place was excellent. Directions: We used a GPS.”

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(Villa Giovi - 10) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: We loved La Musiquette! We couldn't have chosen a better property for our 2 week stay in Paris! Enjoyed Most: The property was beautiful. It was decorated nicely and was extremely comfortable. Surrounding Area: The location was perfect! Close to shops, outdoor cafes and the subway. Tips or Restaurants: Every restaurant we chose was wonderful! When looking for a place to dine, I'd suggest exploring the area as many good choices are very close to the property.”

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(La Musiquette) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: The experience was amazing. The villa, its history and the views of Capri, Vesuvius and even Naples in the distance were spectacular. The grounds were beautifully landscaped and there were many areas to sit and enjoy the views and relax. We celebrated my 50th birthday with family and friends. The staff at the villa were attentive and so helpful with anything we needed from dinner reservations to special breakfast requests. Enjoyed Most: The views and the location and the beautiful grounds. And I cannot forget about the staff. Wonderful Surrounding Area: Quiet, small village, away from the crowds and cars. Nearby Events or Locales: Nearest town, Massa Lubrense. Could walk, but I wouldn't Tips or Restaurants: If you want a Michelin Star experience, go to Don Alfonso in Sant' Agata. Who knew a 2 Michelin Star restaurant in a small village. And get a tour of the wine cellar that consists of 3 rooms, one from the 17th century, one from the 15th century and a 6th Century tunnel they found 30 years ago that leads to a well where they age their own cheese. Spectacular! Directions: We had car service. Check In Out: Everything was flawless. They even accommodated our early arrival”

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(Villa Lubrense) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: Very good. Enjoyed Most: Help from the management team. Enjoyed Least: Musty smell in the living room. Surrounding Area: Lots of great things to do and see in a beautiful environment. Nearby Events or Locales: Vorno. A little too far to walk. Directions: We did use a GPS. Check In Out: Nicolas and Barbara were very helpful.”

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(La Raccolta) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: Very pleasant. Located in the Colli Euganei region of Italy, near Padua, a wine producing region. Enjoyed Most: The property has an indoor pool with spa jets. The property produces 6 types of wine and there's a small cafe that serves wine and cheese. The property has an interesting old history. Enjoyed Least: I had to go through the adjoining bedroom to reach the bathroom. Surrounding Area: The area is close to Venice and Padua. Ravenna and Verona are also fairly close by. The area has a very rural flavor, with many vineyards. There are also castles, spas, and Petrarch's house nearby. Nearby Events or Locales: Terme Battaglia, Monselice, and Arqua Petrarca were the nearest towns. They weren't within an easy walking distance, but there were some bikes available. Tips or Restaurants: Bring your own soap. We found that none of the places we stayed at in Italy provided a bar of soap.We found a couple of good restaurants in the Montecelli - Arqua Petrarca area. This area is hilly and the streets are narrow, however. Directions: We did not use a GPS. Only maps. A GPS would be especially helpful since large maps often don't show small roads. Check In Out: We arrived late and Mara was able to accommodate us.”

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(Castello Ricco - Reale) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: We enjoyed the property and the surrounding area. The location is close enough to Florence and Siena, and yet we felt like we were in the countryside. Enjoyed Most: The peace and quiet. The grounds were very pretty. Enjoyed Least: The view from the property. It would have been great to see a view of the valley from a hillside. Surrounding Area: We enjoyed the small towns and vineyards that were in easy driving distance. Nearby Events or Locales: Pianella. It was not in walking distance. Tips or Restaurants: Actually Franco was extremely helpful and provided good ideas and recommendations. Directions: We did use a GPS that I rented with the car. It was extremely helpful. Check In Out: Franco was at the property when we arrived and agreed to meet us very early on our Check Out day.”

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(Casa Del Mulino) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: We, a group of 7 adults and two children, ages 4 and 2 1/2, had a fantastic time! Villa Giardino has all the Tuscan farmhouse charm with good plumbing and A/C in two bedrooms, lots of spaces for gathering the group for drinks, meals, games etc. and indoor and outdoor spaces for finding a quite corner to read or nap. Enjoyed Most: Hard to answer--loved the view, the charm, the pool, the huge kitchen and open arched window with grapes growing around it and an amazing view, the amazing hiking trails in the Holy Woods, the proximity to Siena and other towns. Delightful to have Chef Ronald 6 nights and housekeeping each morning. Surrounding Area: Some or all of our party biked most days. We enjoyed day trips to Siena, San Gimignano, and Montalcino. We hiked almost everyday in the Holy Woods--animal carvings, statues, chapels, lily pond and the monastery at the top were all amazing and great fun for the little ones as well as adults. Nearby Events or Locales: No. Sovicille is a 5 minute drive or 20 minute or less bike ride. Sovicille has a small friendly market and pharmacy. We stopped on the way to the Villa at Penny Market off the autostrada. Chef Ronald bought what ever else we needed after that. We did not walk to Anciano but it would have been possible--no shops there, though. Directions: We used GPS on the phone. I had Google Earth maps, which helped. Check In Out: Isabella was fantastic. Check in and out was a breeze. We had electricity go out one night and it was fixed immediately.The Housekeeper showed me how to use the laundry machines. We had clean towels in baths and at the pool everyday. Isabella was kind to arrange for us to see the estate gardens after we checked out. Amazing! The grandchildren played hide and seek with their uncle and a had a blast.”

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(Villa Giardino) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: It was everything we hoped for and more. Everything was top notch, from the location to the amenities. Since we rented both apartments, it was very private. Enjoyed Most: The villa itself. We felt like we were living in an impressionist painting.The favorite part of my vacation was having a cup of coffee on the veranda looking at the Tuscan countryside dotted with hay bales. An incredibly peaceful experience. Enjoyed Least: The air conditioning, which worked, but not up to US standards. Surrounding Area: Exploring the little walled medieval towns which were all less than an hour's drive from the Villa (Pienza, Montichellio, Montepulciano, and Siena!) Nearby Events or Locales: Montichiello - the Villa is a mile off the main road so nothing was within walking distance Tips or Restaurants: The property was well-equipped (linens, towels, blow dryers) but had no WiFi. Future renters should bring their own portable hot spots such as Mifi. In Monticchiello , La Porta was incredible. In the outskirts of Pienza, the Agriturismo La Fonte was by far the best meal we had in Tuscany. Directions: GPS is a necessity! Check In Out: The manager was excellent. We called ahead she waited for us at the turn off from the main road (without following her we would never have found the Villa- even with GPS). She welcomed us with local wines, bottled water, and delicious fresh focaccia. Check out was easy and timely.”

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(Villa Vigna) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: The villa was beautiful. Overall we had a wonderful time. Enjoyed Most: We felt safe! Loved the pool and sofas by the apricot tree. Enjoyed Least: The noise from passing trains. Surrounding Area: We liked that it was close to many villages including Florence. Tips or Restaurants: There is a simple food store around the corner. Note that the apartment isn't attached to the main house.”

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(Villa Il Cortile) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: We had an absolutely wonderful time. The pool was perfect and the guys loved the creek with the water falls. Enjoyed Most: It was walking distance to an old town and a long walk to another town. The villa was lovely, the hosts were very helpful and kind. The pool was fantastic. The lavender and butterfly bushes were in full bloom. Enjoyed Least: That we had to leave after 2 weeks!! Surrounding Area: Close to many old walled towns. Ah,the patisserie was 4 min. away by car. Close to Nice, a wonderful sandy beach, and Grasse. A day trip from the Grande Canyon of Verdon. Nearby Events or Locales: Tourrettes was maybe 10 min. walking. Fayence was maybe another 10 min away from Tourrettes. Tips or Restaurants: Fayence has some good restaurants. Directions: A map with details on it would have been great to have! 23 of our party wandered around for awhile. Check In Out: The hosts were great!”

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(Maison Fayence) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: This was an incredible vacation spot. We were offered free vegetables from the gardens and free range eggs. The pool was awesome with the feel of an extra large hot tub. The pool had water jets in places which really helped in relaxing after a busy day. I would highly recommend this as a vacation destination. Enjoyed Most: The pool, the size of the apartment and the graciousness of the staff. Enjoyed Least: The beds for our grown children were small. My son is 6'4" tall and could not sleep on this bed. Surrounding Area: Lots of small villages to explore and beautiful drives through the hills. Nearby Events or Locales: No. The nearest village was about 10 km. Tips or Restaurants: Bring your bathing suit and rent a small car. The roads are quite narrow. Directions: We used a GPS that was in our car rental. However in the countryside the GPS had us traveling down a cow path. We had to figure out an alternate route!”

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(Castello Ricco - Il Re) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: Fantastic, views amazing. Enjoyed Most: The view. I could sit there for hours looking at the lake, hills and towns across from the villa. Enjoyed Least: Not one thing. Surrounding Area: Towns very friendly. Nearby Events or Locales: Leveno Tips or Restaurants: Good walking shoes. Directions: Use the taxi service and ask the local people in town for recommendations. Check In Out: Very easy; this was truly a great experience.”

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(Villa Con Vista With Dependance) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: Very positive. Everything was just as described. Great location, large bedrooms, functioning washing machine. Very clean and friendly. The living room was loaded with travel books, restaurant recommendations, sample itineraries etc. Enjoyed Most: The location. I can't think of an area I would rather have been in in Rome. Enjoyed Least: It was a bit noisy. I'm not complaining however. We knew it would be being that close to the Campo di Fiori. Surrounding Area: We concentrated on Rome from this property, we didn't visit any surrounding areas. The location was ideal. We walked, literally, to everything we wanted to see. Nearby Events or Locales: Vatican City was the nearest small town and yes, it was within walking distance. Tips or Restaurants: The farmers market on the Campo every morning except Sunday is phenomenal. Make a point of shopping there and eating in a night or two. Per Luigi is a nearby restaurant that we enjoyed. Expensive but worth the splurge. Get a reservation after 9 so you don't look like a tourist. Directions: Take a cab when coming in. Yes we did use GPS to find our way. Check In Out: Everything worked very smoothly. Roberto was right on time and gave us a very nice tour of the property. His English is excellent.”

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(Tiberio) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: Wonderful. This is my second June stay with RentVillas and it was perfect. Enjoyed Most: Modern; clean; easily accessible; lovely area. Enjoyed Least: I still have trouble with the washerdryer combination--not easy to dry clothes. Surrounding Area: The overall ambience, the restaurants, the stores, and its central location. Nearby Events or Locales: Paris Tips or Restaurants: Nothing special Directions: I did not use nor did I need a GPS. It was easy to get there. Check In Out: No--it is well done.”

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(Jules) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: We had a delightful time. The location of the property was excellent, with easy access, yet remote enough to be out of the "hustle and bustle" of a main thoroughfare. Enjoyed Most: The porch with large table and comfortable chairs was a highlight of this property. Providing shade in a peaceful setting, we were able to be outside, yet very comfortable. We ate, read, played games and had conversations on this porch. Had we been required to be indoors, it would have not been nearly as nice. Enjoyed Least: Two things 1) the beds...the mattresses were hard and uncomfortable 2) the grounds were not properly manicured...weeds grew up around the beautiful flowers and took away from the overall experience that could have easily been maintained. Surrounding Area: Wonderful area! Easy access to Certaldo by car. The view of the local vineyards was gorgeous. We were not disturbed (other than by barking dogs) and felt very safe thanks to the nightly monitor by a security firm. Nearby Events or Locales: Sciano was within walking distance...about a 2 km walk. Tips or Restaurants: The villa was ready when we arrived. We took a surge protector allowing us to plug one European transformer adapter into the wall and then the surge protector into that. This allowed us ample space for our many American phones, iPads, etc. A stop to the grocery store in Certaldo allowed us to stock up quickly with essential food. I would also suggest a plug-in insect repellent for the bedrooms. This worked fantastically. Directions: We did use a GPS, but the directions provided by the villa were sufficient.”

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(Casa Geranio) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: It's a beautiful, well-equipped and maintained villa with stunning views. Enjoyed Most: The view, the interior and the really friendly and helpful owner. Enjoyed Least: The noisy and busy road made reading and relaxing by the pool difficult; there is a popular view point opposite the villa. Surrounding Area: Probably wouldn't stay in Akrotiri again as it was a bit too quiet but obviousy good caldera views. Nearby Events or Locales: Akrotiri - yes could walk to a mini market and to a few restaurants. Tips or Restaurants: It's important to note that there is a small car included with the villa. If renters only need a little run-around then it's fine although for five of us it would have been too small. (Editor's Note: As of April 2015, the car rental is no longer included in the rate.) Also the basement accommodation is not as good as the rest of the house so really think it's best for no more than 6 people - it also only had four loungers so we had to buy a couple of cheap extra ones. Directions: We were met at the airport and we then followed them to the villa in our rental car so no problem. Check In Out: Check in and out both really easy. The owner leaves a mobile with her number in it so you can contact her at any time.”

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(Akrotiri Residence) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: Excellent. Enjoyed Most: We loved it all. Enjoyed Least: The guest room (bed) without a view that had a different entrance. Surrounding Area: Florence and Siena...and the views! Nearby Events or Locales: San Donato; it's not within walking distance, but a short drive away. Tips or Restaurants: A great restaurant near the villa is Centi Palmi. In Florence proper we liked I Latini. We also had a wonderful chef and her helper from Lucca at the villa one night. I'd recommend that; we booked her through RentVillas. Directions: We did not use the GPS, but it would have made a difference.”

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(Villa Sofia) - Posted 10 years ago

“Overall: We had a nice time and saw Amalfi, Positano, Capri and Sorrento. House is very nice and clean. People around us all nice and friendly and helpful. We had a few meals out and the food everywhere was good. Convenient to have a market at the foot of our hill. Enjoyed Most: The view--beautiful. Enjoyed Least: Probably the stairs...a young person would have no problem but we are in our 60's. They were a bit rough to navigate for me. Surrounding Area: It is extremely quiet and the neighbors are all friendly. It is perfect for someone wanting peace, quiet, and privacy. Nearby Events or Locales: No, not for us. The next closest town would probably be Amalfi and you need to take a bus or a taxi anywhere you want to go other than Praiano. Tips or Restaurants: We had pizza at Che Bonta...very good. Good service and reasonable prices. Also there was a take out place within walking distance that was very good. Bring wash cloths and the items mentioned on the list sent by RentVillas. Also bring aspirin and antibiotics in case of illness. Directions: We had a taxi take us. He called the local manager for directions. We did not drive and did not rent a car. Check In Out: No, it went very smoothly. Antonietta and Philomena were helpful and on time.”

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(Casa Praiano) - Posted 10 years ago

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