Villa Carolina

4 ^/5 Very Good   Share

Villa Quality:

5 ^/5

Villa Cleanliness:

4 ^/5

Location Of Villa:

4 ^/5

Kitchen:

4 ^/5

Bedrooms:

4 ^/5

Bathrooms:

5 ^/5

Nearby Area:

5 ^/5

Owner:

5 ^/5

First off, I believe that honest reviews are the best. People spend a lot of money sight-unseen and it is critical to help set proper expectations.

Overall, we were most pleased with the accommodations. There were seven of us (5 adults and 2 teens) and we were more than comfortable. We felt more than welcomed by our wonderful hostess, Lucia.

The view could not have been more scenic and the pool (note, unheated for those traveling in the offseason) and patio area were quite nice.

Of course, it is difficult for any rental location to live up to the expectations set by the website photos and this one was no exception. The place was just a little bit more "lived in" than the photos would indicate, but that's just good marketing! Just set your expectations accordingly. We had some minor issues which I'm certain the owner would have tackled had we asked (a few ants in the kitchen and an A/C unit in one of the bedrooms wouldn't work). But, certainly we experienced nothing that should cause a person hesitation in booking this villa.

As advertised, the village of Poggibonsi is quaint and has a lot to offer. However, be aware that nothing is within walking distance. You need a car. That said, the location is perfectly nestled between Siena, Florence, and San Gimingnano---an easy drive to all places.

All told, I felt that I more than received a value for my money. To put 7 in a place like that for a week was a winner, in my mind and I would recommend it to anyone who asks!

Would you recommend this property to a friend?  Yes

Rental Week: 18 Jun 2016