Having just returned from a great stay at this property I wanted to provide feedback for fellow families as I personally rely heavily on reviews when selecting a villa.
Villa interior extremely spacious. Lots of floor space to allow a larger group plenty of elbow room. For our party of 2 adults and 2 teenages more than enough room. Plenty of seating throughout to accommodate living and dining space options. Amazing water pressure in the showers. Beds comfortable, firm which I find preferable. Kitchen well equipped with the basics required for an enjoyable stay. Very clean throughout.
Villa exterior pool to die for. Large, clean, cool. Plenty of sun beds. Outdoor dining and living space. There was also a BBQ but we struggled to light it so can't comment on its use.
Location : Very central. Grocery store within a 4 minute walk. The strip within a 10 min walk. The strip wasn't our scene preferring a quieter vacation but the short walk to the strip put us within easy reach of the tourist train to the old town, taxis and Tuk-tuks. Couple of fabulous restaurants away from the swarms of people and within easy walking worth mentioning "O Lusitano" and "O Farnel". Trip advisor can provide reviews and location. But many bars, restaurants, and ice cream places in very easy walking distance. Couldn't ask for a better location. Worth noting this is a fairly residential area with many homes belonging to locals.
Owners : Very realistic, straight forward, and lovely to deal with. We had two very minor requests for maintenance in our stay, both of which were responded to in a matter of hours. Honestly, I feel very strongly that if you come across a reasonable request for accommodation in this property it will be handled quickly and efficiently. It is important to note that this is not an owner occupied villa so, keeping it real, they can't be on top of everything all the time, but what they can and, in my experience do, is provide a timely response to reasonable requests.
Overall : Noting a previous reviewers note on ants - personally I expect them, roaches, and lizards whenever I travel to warm countries. However, I found absolutely nothing out of the ordinary. We had no ants in the house, a few harmlessly working hard outside as to be expected. As a rule I leave no food out, ever, everything is in fridges or sealed containers, and mop up crumbles from floor and counters as to not entice them into the villa. Vanda many thanks for your hospitality.
