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

“Overall: It was very nice vacation for all of us! Enjoyed Most: The location was super! Enjoyed Least: It wasn't air-conditioned. The apartment is on the 4th floor without elevator. Surrounding Area: Fontana dei Trevi Tips or Restaurants: Pay attention to the lack of air-conditioning, especially if you're booking during the summer period. Everything is avaialable for purchased nearby and there is no need to bring a lot of supplies.”

Helpful Report

(Biscione) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Very nice. Carmen and Giovanni are great. They were ever ready to help with outings, etc. Enjoyed Most: Roomy and well-maintained. Enjoyed Least: The local village is quaint but not much is there. Nearby Events or Locales: It's a 15-minute walk downhill to the village, and a 30-minute walk back uphill. Tips or Restaurants: Nearby restaurants are the highlight of Villa Agata.”

Helpful Report

(Villa Agata) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Our group had a wonderful time. We all enjoyed our time at the Villa. Our host was there to meet us and was very welcoming and could not have been more accommodating. We were short 2 fans in the bedrooms and as it was very hot he returned a short time later with 3 brand new fans. He checked on us every day and could not do enough for us. The villa was clean and, if not luxurious, had all the essentials. Enjoyed Most: The view was amazing. The pool was lovely to cool off in after a day of sightseeing. The beds were large and comfortable. The chef was great, and the amount of food for one meal fed us again the next night, good value. The outside eating area was lovely with huge pots full of lemon trees laden with fruit. (very Tuscan) Enjoyed Least: More pillows for the beds. The bathrooms, although adequate, were not great. The kitchen was a little small but well stocked. The grass needed a mow. The yard was a little unkempt but still charming. Surrounding Area: The view from the bedrooms and side yard was just beautiful. During the day you could see the Dome in Florence and at night the lights were a sight to behold. We sat and watched the sunsets from the yard overlooking the pool and it was spectacular. The villa was on a very quiet road so only a small amount of local traffic. Nearby Events or Locales: The small village of Capannuccia was within walking distance, but not much there. A nice walk (about 2.5 km) past other villas and wildflowers along the roadside. Tips or Restaurants: The chef (from the small restaurant in Capannuccia) was very good. The villa is quite isolated so you do need a car. Our group of 12 had two cars, good for running to supermarket in Grassina. For our sightseeing trips we hired a driver and van from Florence. This worked very well when cost was split between 6 couples. We used the villa as a base and went on sightseeing trips to Florence and surrounding towns. It was a lovely place to come home to at the end of a busy day. Directions: We had no trouble as we had a driver who picked us up at Florence train station. He knew the area and took us straight to the villa. Our friends with a car and GPS had a bit of trouble finding it. Check In Out: Our host was excellent even though he was not fluent in English (which made the experience all the more exotic,) and we had even less Italian. The check in/out was very smooth, we had no trouble making ourselves understood.”

Helpful Report

(Villa Capannuccia - 14) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: There were seven people in our party which included two kids, ages 11 and 13. The pool was a major attraction for them. We had the two apartments in the back of the property which served our group well for our daily activities and cooking. Enjoyed Most: The quiet and the central location to most of the hill towns we visited. Enjoyed Least: The lighting in both apartments was dimmer than we are accustomed to. Surrounding Area: We found amenities, restaurants, and the hill towns of Umbria. Nearby Events or Locales: Ramazzano, yes, it was within walking distance. Tips or Restaurants: One person in our group took a cooking class in Perugia and had a very good experience. The propery offers a guide with information about all of the hill towns, shopping, and other tourist information that may be needed. Directions: Used a GPS by Garmin. We had to turn around several times before finding it. Check In Out: We did not experience any significant problems, but oriention to the facilities was provided by the property manager who spoke excellent English and was very helpful.”

Helpful Report

(Il Pino) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Great! Enjoyed Most: The location was excellent. There is plenty of room in the apartment for 5 people. Enjoyed Least: The air conditioning units were not sufficient. Each of the three bedrooms had a free-standing unit; it was exceptionally hot in Rome and the units couldn't keep up. There is no A/C in the kitchen or living area. Surrounding Area: Great shopping and market right outside the apartment. Metro right around the corner; it was easy to get to and from all the sights. Directions: We took a taxi from the airport; other than that we used the metro. No problem with the directions. Check In Out: Property manager was very helpful - no issues.”

Helpful Report

(Risorgimento) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Great. Enjoyed Most: The view and pool. Enjoyed Least: The mosquitos and lack of air conditioning. Surrounding Area: The views. Nearby Events or Locales: The nearest small town is half an hour away and there is no sidewalk. Not recommended to walk. Tips or Restaurants: Bring mosquito repellent and a traveling fan to sit on your night stand.”

Helpful Report

(Desideri 2) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Very good. We were pleased to have an apartment in Rome instead of a hotel. We were traveling with another couple, and it made it easier to have a common living space to make plans for the next day. Enjoyed Most: The bedrooms were very roomy and comfortable. Enjoyed Least: It is advertised as two bathrooms. The second bathroom is more like a closet and you can hardly close the door without your legs in the way. There was also no light in the bathroom. Also, the shower drained slowly and would spill out into the other part of the bathroom. The air-conditioner in one of the bedrooms wouldn't stop clicking/rattling which kept you awake. Editor's Note: There is only one bathroom listed in the description. Surrounding Area: Great street, lots of shopping and restaurants and close to a plaza with lots of churches. Also close to Termini station where you could catch an inexpensive cab. Tips or Restaurants: Overall, this apartment was pretty well equipped. I would suggest bringing wash cloths, dishclothes, dishsoap and extra toilet paper. There is no dishwasher or washing machine and we couldn't get the computer to work. Check In Out: We were charged an additional 20 euros for late check-in, however we were only 15 minutes late because of traffic and trying to find the address. I thought that they could have given us a break on that.”

Helpful Report

(Vesta) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Very Roman. The apartment was just as advertised and better than the photos indicated. Bright and airy, with a very lively terrace. Facilities were roomy and private. Open air circulation avoided the need for any air conditioning although it was very warm (upper 80's F). This is a great location, being just across the Tiber from Trastevere where the best retaurants are located and most locals eat. Enjoyed Most: Location, space and air. The terrace was a delight. (I am not talking aboiut a "view". There was no "view", just a wonderful openess.) Enjoyed Least: 1. Lack of water pressure made the showering difficult.2. Great location, but noisy with the windows open, being just above a busy (at all hours) street. Chalk this up to part of the experience and not a bad trade off for not having to usethe A/C. Surrounding Area: Dining and proximity of sights. Very local, not at all touristy. Tips or Restaurants: Trastevere is the place ot eat and relax with the locals. Directions: Taxi driver took us to the end of the block. Rome is no place for un-initiated drivers.”

Helpful Report

(Campo Dei Fiori - Trajan) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: We enjoyed the space. The living area gave us a nice alternative to a hotel. Enjoyed Most: The location. Enjoyed Least: The noise from the street. Surrounding Area: Easy to walk everywhere; great restaurants close by and good shopping.”

Helpful Report

(Campo Dei Fiori - Servio Tullio) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Loved it! The owners were great and we feltlike royalty! Enjoyed Most: The beauty and serenity. It was perfect! Enjoyed Least: The stone floors were cold. Surrounding Area: The scenery was just gorgeous and the little townswere so charming. Nearby Events or Locales: The nearest little town was Torre dell'Alfina, which was not really in walking distance. Tips or Restaurants: Purchase walkytalkies for multiple cars.”

Helpful Report

(La Cappella Dell'Alfina - 8) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: We had a very nice time here. The apartment was clean and well equipped. It is old, but quaint. Enjoyed Most: This villa is perfectly located within walking distance to all the major tourist sites and the train station.The host, Lorenzo, was very accommodating and helpful. WiFi worked perfectly. Enjoyed Least: The elevator is small. We only used it when we transported our luggage.Check in was somewhat confusing as we were unaware that we needed to call the key holder upon arrival. We didn't have a cell phone to phone him. Fortunately for us, a kind neighbor let us use his cell phone to call Lorenzo, who came within 5 minutes. Surrounding Area: The area was great for our stay, close to major sites, restaurants, and a super market. Tips or Restaurants: A local restaurant with authentic and nontouristy food was Cibreo (recommended by Lorenzo). Directions: The only directions were for driving. We took a taxi, so it worked ok, but we could have walked from the train station. Check In Out: Check out was fine -- just leave the key and close the door!”

Helpful Report

(Gerolamo 1) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Very enjoyable stay in a countryside environment. Villa is on a working vineyard and olive orchard. Nice yard areas around the buildings and pool. Very quiet nad relaxing. Enjoyed Most: Location close to major road but just far enough away to avoid any road noise. Owner was very friendly. She offers free winetasting from her own vineyard. Wine is very good. I bought some to take home. Enjoyed Least: Property initially very difficult to locate. Surrounding Area: Short drive to Lake with pleasant shore-front park and walkways. Nearby Events or Locales: Small supermarket only 5 minutes away. Very convenient.”

Helpful Report

(La Tenuta Colonica - Rosa) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: the apartment was as advertised and quite comfortable for our needs. It is well situated on the edge of the wall to make parking more convenient and only a couple minute walk to the heart of the town. Enjoyed Most: San Gimignano itself is an absolute gem and we are very pleased that we chose it as our destination in Tuscany. Enjoyed Least: While the bed and bedding were comfortable enough, everything smelled musty. The Internet reception was intermittent, which was a problem for us. Directions: The phone number provided to call upon arrival at the airport was their office number, which of course isn’t manned on a Sunday when we arrived. The owner provided his cell phone number upon arrival.”

Helpful Report

(S. Gimignano 9) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Great experience. The place is a little hard to get to, but once you're there, it couldn't be more relaxing. Offering dinner on Saturday night is great because you're tired from the trip so you don't have to go out. Enjoyed Most: It's in a great location. Close to all the things you want to do and see in Tuscany. The owner/operator is very helpful. Enjoyed Least: The furniture in the living room seems a little worn, but you get over it quickly. Surrounding Area: Everything. It's in a perfect location. Nearby Events or Locales: San Paolo, but you could not walk. Directions: We followed the written directions.”

Helpful Report

(Tenuta Santa Caterina - Vescovo) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: Better than average! We started off with a little construction noise upstairs and were dismayed, but the management was very good about postponing work for a month or so! It should not be a factor at this point (summer, 2012). The building is in a fairly quiet location. We miss hearing the church bells in the distance! Occasionally people can be heard as they walk home after imbibing too much but nothing compared to most rentals located in piazzas. It is generally very quiet. The apartment is on the top (fifth) floor. The view of the Uffizi museum and gallery is splendid! Enjoyed Most: Location location location! The view out the window of Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery, and the Arno River is terrific, although you do have to open the window and crane your head out a bit to see the bridge. Took lots of great pictures from the apartment. The WiFi was always reliable. Mauro the portiere in the lobby is always cheerful and Giuseppe, the handyman, was too. Enjoyed Least: The third bedroom has small twin beds--really only good for very small adults or children. I used the closets and drawers for my clothes, etc. The television had only a few English Channels (all news), and also typical of Italy, there is no clothes dryer but they have a drying rack we kept by the kitchen window. Surrounding Area: The views are splendid and the location is greatly convenient to public transportation, the grocery store, restaurants and our favorite local hairdresser (Enzo and Luigi at Mauro near the Ponte Vecchio) and cappuccino place. A new smoothie place opened near our building. On Via Bardi just behind our apartment there is an elevator that takes you up one flight toward the Villa Bardini. You walk uphill through the garden the rest of the way and there's a little cafe there and great views. Nearby Events or Locales: We were in the heart of the historic district of Florence on the Oltrarno. (The other side of the Arno from the Duomo). We had a car (super expensive to park and you can't drive in most of Florence so we don't recommend one) but it was nice to drive out to Greve in Chianti and to the coast. We used the car for major grocery shopping at the superstore Esselunga which had a wonderful variety. Tips or Restaurants: I will have to add this information later but for sure have Sunday brunch a few blocks away at Il Rifrullo. Very local and nice people. You can walk up the stairs to the Piazzale Michelango from there. Cammillo's nearby is good as well, and offers gluten-free pasta. We had a hard time changing dollars and travelers checks at banks (some days they'll exchange money, some days they won't!) so suggest you use ATM's. If you need a larger amount use the bank across the street from the Pitti Palace nearby. Directions: You can have their driver Alessio pick you up from the airport or any taxi will find the address. There are always taxis at the airport. By the way, when you use the apartment phone to call a taxi, they know your address automatically and the cabs always came within 3 to 4 minutes! They confirm the address "Lungarno Torrigiani 33 (or Trenta -tre)" and then they tell you how long and the taxi number that will pick you up. Check In Out: I already suggested they have better instructions for the dishwasher and washing machine during check-in. Just put the washing machine on number 6!”

Helpful Report

(Palazzo Torrigiani - Orchestra) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: We had a great time. The apartment was well-located, well maintained, and spacious. Enjoyed Most: The proximity to all that is going on in Rome. We were just down the street from the Colliseum and the Palatine Hill. Taxis were close by and we could easily go wherever we wanted. Enjoyed Least: The property itself was GREAT, but unfortunately, there is a bar directly below the apartment where revelers spill out onto the street, yell and scream and play loud music. Even with the windows closed (not what we would have preferred) the noise level was still disturbing. We had to wear ear plugs to sleep. Also, there is only one small sofa (2 seats) If 2 of us were on the sofa, the other 2 either had to sit on the hard dining table chairs or lay in bed. A second sofa would be a great addition. Surrounding Area: At least a dozen restaurants within a few blocks--we enjoyed every one we tried. Just observing everyday life in the city. There is a little fruteria right downstairs and we became well acquainted with the owners. They were our "go-to" stop. One block away was a virtual tour of old Rome which was so-so, but part of "when in Rome..". Tips or Restaurants: Luzzi's is a very popular restaurant right down the street, but was always way overcrowded. We stopped at sidewalk cafes, sometimes without any customers and the food was fabulous. Try the less busy places--you'll have a great meal. Directions: We took a taxi.”

Helpful Report

(Arcobaleno) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: This is a wonderful cottage. Unfortunately the weather did not cooperate, so we had much rain. The cottage is very cozy which made it perfect for a wet, cold weather trip. Enjoyed Most: The garden. Surrounding Area: Beautiful countryside and villages. Everyone is very friendly. Nearby Events or Locales: You are in a wonderful small town. Tips or Restaurants: We cooked all our meals in the house so no recommendations for restaurants. Check In Out: Apparently, it is important to contact the key holder by phone. We thought that we had given our arrival information clearly enough so that this would not be a problem. We did meet the key holder a bit by accident, which was perfect. They are very nice.”

Helpful Report

(Mary's Cottage) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: We enjoyed the entire stay. The house was in walking distance to town. A five minute walk to the bakery and cafe. A 10 min walk to the InterMarche grocery store. Enjoyed Most: The wonderful vaulted ceilings, the great bathrooms, and the wonderful patio and pool. Enjoyed Least: The downstairs rooms, especially the kitchen, could use a bit more light. We brought some of the lamps from upstairs rooms that we were not using. Surrounding Area: The Chateau and cafe. Nearby Events or Locales: It was right in the middle of town Tips or Restaurants: There was nothing in the way of spices except salt and pepper. Bring some if you plan to cook. The InterMarche had a good selection of all the grocery items you would need. Directions: We used a GPS to get everywhere. It was simple to get to the local areas. Check In Out: Caretakers greeted us.”

Helpful Report

(La Maison Du Gard) - Posted 12 years ago

“Overall: We had a really lovely time, despite the fact that it rained for 5 of the 7 days that we were at this property! Enjoyed Most: The view was amazing, though the coast road and the local bus were a bit scary at first! We loved the fact that when we arrived, tired and wet from a day's traveling, the fridge and cupboard were well stocked so we didn't have to rush around to get supplies. Enjoyed Least: The stairs! But we were well warned about this. Surrounding Area: We loved the scenery along the Amalfi coast. Nearby Events or Locales: Montepertuso is within walking distance. Some good little markets/shops. Positano is accessible by the local bus, which runs once an hour. Tips or Restaurants: My husband says the Limoncello is better from Sorrento than from Positano!! Also, be careful of some of the cafes in Positano, the price more than doubles if you want to eat your cake at a table rather than take it away--a 2 Euro eclaire became 5 Euros. Directions: We were met by the lovely agent who we then followed to the property--it was all very easy.”

Helpful Report

(Brezza Di Mare) - Posted 13 years ago

“Overall: Very good. Magnificent views. Enjoyed Most: The views. Enjoyed Least: The climb from the street. Not for the weak! Surrounding Area: The views and shopping. Nearby Events or Locales: Amalfi is a 25-minute walk downhill.”

Helpful Report

(Villa Luce Sul Mare) - Posted 13 years ago

Rentvillas.com Reviews