You have now read all the good reviews but we think it is only fair to hear the other side of the story from a mature couple. In sum, this was by far the worst experience we have ever had renting a temporary residence and we have traveled the world over.
To begin, the access is up a steep, very narrow, zig zag, driveway, in the center of which is a drainage canal and on the sides is dense vegetation. Once “there” you need to navigate a cobble stone path uphill with many steps to reach home away from home. The “villa” is DARK and DEPRESSING, with or without lighting, with outdated and well-worn furnishings, which are most uncomfortable. The outside seating is unsittable as there is a wooden picnic table for eating and another table made from steel with chairs of similar material. In the rear, there are chaises made of plastic but they do not have any cushions.
Beware, that quite close to the “villa” there is an animal pen with lambs, roosters and hens, all of which STINK, which only adds to the dread, not to mention the constant noise.
Maybe, the absolute worst part of this experience WAS that WE WERE INSTRUCTED TO NOT PUT PAPER IN THE TOILET - so you must bag and dispose of your waste – UGH! We GAGGED and it discouraged us from even using the toilet since it was so disgusting. We would have rather camped at a park site where we could have used an outhouse and saved a lot of money.
Since the only screens are in the bedrooms, there is no way to get any fresh air into the Villa except by opening the doors. Simple enough? But, by opening, you invite every flying and walking creature known to man to enter. Alas, you might ask, what about getting a breeze from a fan – NO SUCH LUCK!
Think about bringing groceries up the tortuous path! Since the water is not drinkable, you must bring in lots and lots of water to drink and cook with – think HEAVY HEAVY HEAVY!
The internet was good inside but did not reach outside.
The refrigerator is tiny and is more appropriate for a one night stand, not a 7 night minimum. Ice? Dream on - no G&T here!
Our advice – AVOID at all costs. We wouldn’t return for Free.
