“Little Bit of Heaven” My husband and I needed a short break to rest and recharge our batteries and this was the ideal place. Right on the river with beautiful views both ways the cottage was modern, homely and spotless. Everything we needed was there and more. We hired a boat for a few hours and to have your own mooring was brilliant. Located within walking distance of two pubs who both did excellent meals was another big plus. I can thoroughly recommend this cottage and hope to return soon.

“Go here if you want complete peace and quiet and are happy with clean, basic surroundings which offer all you need.” We loved it at Il Melograno. It is situated in a tiny hamlet called Veneri, about 4 km west of Pescia - 18 km east of Lucca. We were literally in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by green, birdsong and the scent of jasmine. The property has a 'dip pool' - you can get wet but not really swim, which was fine by us! The couple who own it were very kind, brought us local wine and met us at the church in Veneri to take us to the property, which we would never have found otherwise. The two double bedrooms in the house were both huge, as were the bathroom and the sitting room - all had red tiled floors. The kitchen, which was the room you walk into, was adequate and really it was here that we felt things could be improved. There was an oilcloth on the table which had several small rips and tears in it, which doesn't give the best first impression. The mats provided were well used plastic ones - again, functional but easily replaced and would make a real, if small, difference. The sink was in the corner with only a small ledge to put dirty dishes on beside it (there was small draining board to the right of the sink) - not really a problem with only two of us but would be tricky with 4, and it was all too dimly lit. Everything was very clean although again, we had old sheets on the bed and one of the pillow cases had a hole in it - hardly the end of the world but perhaps worth looking at! Having said all of that, it was incredible value and we absolutely loved it. There is an excellent supermarket in Pescia, It was easy to get about ( a car is essential) and Lucca is a half hour car journey away and is a stunning place, as is Pistoia - further away to the east but a must-visit. We went to Florence twice by train - an hour's journey, very straightforward, and we started off and finished up in Pisa, which is an extraordinary city and a must see. Offering any criticism feels like a serious case of nit-picking. Il Melograno was a haven as far as we were concerned and we spent at least 4 days out of the fortnight just hanging about reading and lapping up the peace. It is not luxurious but it has all anyone could ever want or need. A couple of tweaks would make it even more desirable!

“Rustic and gorgeous” This place is quite unique. Imagine the smallest cutest most rustic cottage high up in the mountains with fabulous walks and views all around and this is it. We wanted something away from it all, and we got it. It's important to know that you may need to know about chopping up logs for this place as you need logs for the water heater, kitchen range and log burning stove. There are alternatives but we didn't really bother with them, much better to get into the mood and start chopping wood!! We had a cow and his owner looking in the kitchen window the first morning, and had a fabulous pizzeria experience in the local pizzeria. It's a small place and tall people have to bend down to get into rooms/up stairs - But lovely atmosphere, well equipped kitchen and very good instructions from the owners.

“great vacation time at le poulailler” Le Poulailler is a nice cottage, comfortable and conveniently equipped, located a few miles away from Loches and within short driving distance of all the major chateaux and domains of Touraine. It was for us a peaceful retreat in the woods and an ideal base camp from which to explore the Loire Valley. We would definitely recommend the place.

“Lovely property in beautiful location with lots of attractions on the doorstep” Good size house with extensive gardens to relax in and with beautiful views of the Cimini Mountains. Lake Bolsena with its lovely villages and Montefiascone are nearby. We visited other local attractions by car- Orvieto with it's wonderful cathedral, enchanting Parco Mostri at Bomarzo (Viterbo) , Bagnoregio precariously perched on the hill and the beautiful gardens of Villa Lante near Viterbo. Casa Fiori was clean and well maintained with all the equipment and facilities we needed. We only had the time to stay for one week, next time it will be longer!

“Lovely cottage with everything you need in beautiful surroundings” This is a lovely cottage with everything you need for a comfortable stay in beautiful surroundings. Good place for just chilling out but also well positioned to go visiting around Norfolk/ Suffolk area. We visited Banham Zoo, Framlingham Castle, Bressingham steam collections and gardens (bit disappointing) in the week we were there. Cold windy weather effected our stay but that's British weather for you! Lovely coal effect fire in the cottage helped thaw out our bones after a cold day out. Some good local pubs for eating out ( Horseshoes and Red lion) as long as you have a car to get there. Property offered wi-fi but we couldn't manage to get on it, also mobile reception bad indoors (could be seen as a blessing if trying to get away from it all). Warm and welcome reception from owners including some nice little treats in the fridge. Really comfy beds. We will definitely visit again.

“Simply wonderful!” Beautifully renovated and well kitted out, we spent a wonderful week relaxing in this delightful cottage in the midst of stunning Languedoc countryside and were made to feel very welcome by the owners. Lots to do and see nearby, it was such a joy to return home each time to a glass of wine on the tranquil terrace overlooking the vines. A perfect end to any day!

“Heaven on Earth” Exquisitely beautiful surroundings and proximity to the beach was ideal. It was quiet for teenagers but they relaxed and felt very at home. Maria our host was delightful and extremely attentive and considerate in helping us with any information we needed or booking a car and boat trip. The villa was beautifully clean and the staff around the villas were charming and gracious. We loved it!

“cottage = bliss” 2 best mates from school looking to relax and take in some new culture, enjoy some nice food and some quiet drinks. The cottage was immaculate and had more than everything we needed for the week long stay. The beds were very comfy and there was ample storage. We were there in April and the weather was very pleasant. We hired a car and bought a local map and visited the gorgeous nearby beaches. The cottage caters easily for quite large families even those with young children. A fully equipped kitchen with a huge supermarket close by enabled us to cook some very nice meals ourselves. A further alternative would be for a couple looking for a romantic getaway the huge log fire would really set the mood. This I think would be the perfect opportunity to thank Stephen and Melanie and ill be in touch to make the necessary arrangements for next year very soon.

“simple bungalow, very convenient location, great for families” we very much enjoyed staying at Villa Alga, it's a semi-detached property in a small development with some other similar single-storey houses, but there was no-one else around during our Easter stay. lots of space for the kids to roam, away from the road. Very handy for Cefalu, you definitely need a car though. The bungalow is clean and simply furnished but there's everything you need. we enjoyed the trees around the house and the barbecue. nearest pasticceria less than one km, supermarket 1.5 km.

“lovely cottage in a great location” We had a fantastic holiday at Mossy Lea Cottage. The location was fantastic with a shop a few minutes down the road which sold any essentials we had forgotten, although the cottage was brilliantly stocked with tea and coffee etc. The cottage itself was lovely with a good sized garden that we spent an afternoon and evening in with a bbq for dinner. Everything is very well presented and the views out the back of the cottage are lovely. Mossy Lea is also well stocked with games and playing cards which we found very useful! The owners were very helpful and always responsive to any questions or enquiries that we had. Overall a fantastic place to stay.

“Comfortable, stylish accommodation in the heart of the village” I stayed at No. 42 with my grown-up children for a New Year break in Strangford and found it the ideal base from which to enjoy the area - and in particular the annual New Year's Day harbour swim. Comfortable, elegant yet modern and superbly equipped, the house has a lovely sunroom with a wood-burning stove where we sat in the evenings when not out enjoying Strangford's hostelries (only a two minute walk away). There's a secure off-road parking space for your car behind the house too. Owners Paul and Claire welcomed us with a roaring fire on a frosty day, and could not have been more helpful.

“Lovely house, lovely village but be prepared for steep climbs!” This is a really lovely house spread over three floors and everything is clean and modern with 2 beautiful bathrooms. We were a party of 8, ranging in ages from 2 to 73. However, the top floor is accessed by a very steep and incredibly narrow stairs which the (very fit and slim for her age) 73 year old found challenging and I considered to be dangerous for the children. The small patio at the front of the house opens directly onto a busy road so we found it difficult to negotiate . with a buggy and surf/body boards . Also parking can be difficult as there is no dedicated parking space for the property. The village is VERY hilly and the walk to the beach is fine on the way down, but after a few hours on the beach, the walk uphill with tired children and all their bits almost took the good out of the daily trip. We all agreed that the property is lovely but more suitable for a group of adults.