Reviews of A Tranquil Abruzzo Holiday Villa Just For Couples (6503)
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02-03-2012 |
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J & R |
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Stel je voor: je wordt wakker van... de stilte. Je stapt uit je bed, loopt de trap af en zet koffie met de percolator die in het huisje aanwezig is. Terwijl je wacht tot de koffie begint te pruttelen zit je op de bank met een boek en kijk je naar het onwerkelijke, adembenemende uitzicht: een heuveltje hier, een dalletje daar, overal olijfbomen, in de verte hier en daar een verzameling huisjes, rechts bergen en als je links kijkt vang je een glimp op van de Adriatische zee. Je geniet van je ontbijt en de heerlijke koffie terwijl het mooie zwembad lonkt. Het is onontkoombaar: daarin neem je straks een duik. Kortom: de locatie is geweldig. De Abruzzen zijn nog redelijk ongerept (nog niet echt aangetast door het massatoerisme). De "villa's" zijn mooi, netjes en zuiver, en van alle gemakken voorzien. David en Pauline zijn perfectionisten, dat merk je aan alles. Ook aan hun hartelijke ontvangst en hun voortdurende gastvrijheid. Met alle vragen kun je bij ze terecht en ze maken graag tijd voor een praatje. Maar privacy is ook belangrijk, daar zijn ze zich terdege van bewust. Wij voelden ons zeer welkom in een omgeving waarin alles voor handen is: natuur, cultuur, strand, bergen (tip: na een hete dag aan het zwembad is het heerlijk om een frisse bergwandeling te maken. Vraag maar aan David en Pauline, zij draaien graag wat relevante informatie voor je uit).
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02-03-2012 |
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Tom & Sara |
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David and Pauline’s attention to detail made our preparations easier, our travelling less stressful, Abruzzo more accessible, our apartment comfortable and our holiday extra special. A month before our holiday I was very pleased to receive a pack of information from them which not only gave directions to the villa in great detail, but tips on driving in Italy, where to pick up supplies nearby, and other helpful hints and reminders. Having never driven in Italy before, these helped a lot. On the subject of driving I can certainly recommend the Garmin system for this location, it was a big help. Combined with David’s directions and a backup map we managed extensive exploration of the local area! Rather than repeat the glowing reports of the clean and tidy villa, lovely pool and so on, I will simply say that I concur. When we wanted to book restaurant tables, David kindly made reservations for us, even checking with them that they could cater for specific dietary requirements. Whenever we needed advice on an aspect of our stay, whether it was shopping or days out exploring, David and Pauline were very approachable and helped us immensely. We visited places and saw things we would have found it very difficult to unearth were it not for them. If you want a taste of Italy in its ‘unspoilt’ state, you’ll be in the right place. Will you be the next guests to be on top of the Majella before 7am? We were expecting our holiday to be great, but it wasn’t, it was excellent! Thank you David and Pauline !
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02-03-2012 |
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Hugo & Janet |
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We very much enjoyed our stay at villasfor2 everything lived up to expectations the views are spectacular and the villa was first class with everything you require for a self-catering break.Eating out is cheap with average cost of 2 course meal for 2 with wine 35 euros.
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02-03-2012 |
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Bob & Julie |
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What a great experience! We stayed at these lovely villas for a week and we could not have been happier. Although it was a little difficult tt find, once found it was a wonderful part of paradise. David and Pauline were helpful beyond normal with reservations, directions, and just about anything we requested. If you travel to this part of Abruzzo you have to stop at the villas for a stay.
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02-03-2012 |
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David & Lynda |
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On arrival at the villa our first impressions of the villa well exceeded our already very high expectations. David and Pauline greeted us in a most friendly manner and showed us to our villa. The 'guided tour' was professional and yet friendly and as a result we very confidently settled in and unpacked. Within half an hour we were enjoying a glass of Abruzzo vino rosso by the pool and the holiday had started. The villa is extremely well appointed and was finished to the highest standards, including the excellent shower room and mezzanine bedroom, the view from which is outstanding (Our first morning greeted us with a wonderful rosy dawn over the distant mountains). The terrace is lovely and provided a great place for lunch and eating out at night. We balanced eating in with meals out at some of the lovely ristoranti in the locality. There is really something for every taste and, as the area is not touristically developed, the quality is outstanding and the prices very reasonable (two courses and a litre of vino rosso was approx 30 euros for 2). David and Pauline offer discrete support in terms of information, directions to places and bookings for restaurants. The peace and quiet is exquisite and it is possible to while away the hours watching the kites who nest in the nearby trees or the golden eagles that soar high above the ground. The gentle breeze ensures that the temperature does not rise to stifling levels. The pool is lovely and provides a great opportunity to cool down. Given that there is a maximum of six people around the pool the setting is idyllic. We have never returned to a place but the fact that we rebooked whilst on our holiday serves as a testament to our views of this fantastic place where the batteries can be fully recharged in this lovely part of this wonderful country.
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02-03-2012 |
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Annie & Phil |
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There is a saying 'It does what it says on the tin...' this far exceeds anything the brochure says. Beautiful setting, clean, lovely villa perfectly furnished and equipped, and Hosts for which nothing is too much trouble. Information so clear and concise that even I could understand it! Don't bother looking for any other wine than that obtained from David and Pauline! In fact, don't even bother looking for any other villa - you won't find better. We'd highly recommend this to any couple looking for peace, beauty, good food and breathtaking scenery. Words cannot adequately describe this place - just try it for yourselves. We'll be back!!!! xxxxxxx
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02-03-2012 |
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Katie & Phil |
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Well, perhaps the best comment I can make is that my husband and I have been married for 13 years and this is the first holiday destination we have ever returned to... I think that probably says it all really. This is our second visit and we were not disappointed! We love Abruzzo, the people, the food, the countryside - it's all lovely. The villa is clean, in excellent condition and fitted with all those little extras you really appreciate - like a bottle of wine on your arrival! David and Pauline are fab hosts who really can't do enough to make your stay just as you like it! The surrounding area is quite untouched by tourism making it a delightful place to discover and we enjoyed returning to places we went last year and visiting new ones. We have in the past and will continue to regularly recommend this holiday to friends and family. Thanks to David and Pauline for all their efforts! You are stars!
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02-03-2012 |
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Elizabeth & Martin |
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Villa Acquaviva was comfortably fitted out and squeaky clean. We enjoyed the sunny weather and appreciated the cooling breeze. The pool was good and deep and provided an ideal sun-bathing spot - its salt treatment is much better than standard chlorine. David and Pauline's information folder was a useful source of restaurant and activity recommendations and included good sets of directions. The hosts' presence was polite and attentive without being intrusive. The white wine they supply is the perfect holiday drink.
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