Italy

Francesco

To begin with the owners greeted us very warmly, their English was very good which made the whole experience so much easier (Since we spoke little to no Italian). Travelling here with a car is an essential, as the closest supermarket is 4km away from the household. In terms of scenery, I found that 'el lago del Bracciano' was a relaxing and beautiful way to cool down. And after a refreshing swim you can visit the 3 towns strategically placed around the lake, with great restaurants to visit. There are many other areas worthy of a visit, which are conveniently placed inside the brochures found inside the villa. On a final note remember to bring a translator app (If you don't speak Italian).

Thank you for a great experience :)
-Malika

Countryside small Villa near Rome (La Cascina)

United Kingdom

Family from Watford, United Kingdom

A lovely place to stay, lots to do in the local area, close to the lake and also great walking. Also close enough to Rome. Best to take the train as the owners recommend. Only €2 return!

Well equipped kitchen, plenty of space for children to run around. 

Owners very nice and speak fluent English.

Dont forget the €100 cleaning charge payable at the end to add to the cost as well as elec and gas. Our total for all these was €132 for the week.

Overall a lovely place to stay away from Rome but close enough to visit for the day or even afternoon. Would definitely recommend.

Countryside Villa Rental near Rome (La Villa)

 From Dorchester, United Kingdom

Extremely helpful owners.  Ensured we had everything we needed and would definitely return there again.  Would recommend it to anyone.  Good links to Rome and local town had everything you need plus a lovely castle.  Beautiful large lake nearby and the whole area was very nice with lots to see and do.

 From Corfe Mullen, United Kingdom

On our trip through Italy we stayed in 3 different Villas for a week each, all booked very easily and efficiently through the Villa Rentals website. They were all pleasant but Villa Cascina  was the best value and definitely the most friendly and of them all. Our hosts went out of their way to make sure everything was OK with us and to show us around the local key facilities, without in any way infringing on our space. 
The villa had an unusual open plan layout, with the bedroom overlooking the living rooms and was very comfortable. The location is in open coutryside with beautiful wild flowers and there  is a resident horse (Aurelia) with whom we made great friends. The perfect antidote to Rome’s frenetic atmosphere and we hope to return one day,

 From London, United Kingdom

Villa Conchetta is beautiful, spacious and exceeded our expectations. The views are fantastic with the villa set in the countryside near the town of Bracciano, just a short drive from the villa. If your going you will need a car and a good satalite navigation system is essential, especially during the darker hours, as there is very little lighting around the country lanes. We discovered the neccesity of the system when we left ours at the villa and ended up driving round for almost four hours in the dark. However, the owners of the villa are very welcoming and exceptionally helpful for all the local knowlege you will need. You will not find more accommodating, kind or friendly hosts as those at villa conchetta. 

I advise you do not drive in to Rome if you plan to visit, unless your crazy on the road. Your hosts will advise you on trains and the metro system. I also suggest that you give the Stables a miss for food. Whislt the owners of the Stablkes were very pleasant, it's very expensive and the food, on this occasion was poor. 
Instead try the local sports facility as the restaurant there is fantastic and very cheap with the chef wanting you to try all his creations. We had several dishes here (in the same sitting) for a quarter of the price. Gabriella is very passionate about his food and you will find it difficult to leave this place due to his hospitality and the real taste of italy.

Bracciano lake is just a stone throw from the villa and it's only a thirty minute drive to the Med. There are local markets in the town and again, your hosts will give you all the information you need to get there.

Overall the villa experience was fantastic and the owners were just so helpful, friendly and pleasant. We will definately miss this place!

 From Tamworth, United Kingdom

Our family of four had a delightful week, alternating tourism days in Rome with relaxation at the villa and lake. We agree with the other reviews, and the owners' blurb checks out in every respect. (The reviews supplied by the owners come from their visitors book which also includes many testimonials to their friendliness.) The villa is spacious, very comfortable, and designed to be cool in summer without air conditioning. We met several members of the owner's family (including the occupants of the mirror villa), who were all very welcoming and helpful about practical matters like shopping, parking for the train, etc.. This villa does not give you the degree of privacy that some do, because it's semi-detached -- you stay in the left half as seen on pictures 1 and 2 and on the floor plan page. The upside is that if something goes wrong (like getting the frisbee stuck on the roof for example), help is right there (along with ladder and pole). There is a horse in the field, just like the picture, and a dog and cat next door. So it helps to be an animal lover, but you'll probably fall for the dog anyway. The villa is situated off a short but fairly bumpy track -- something to be aware of if you have a bad back. It is very quiet, peaceful, restful -- the antidote to Rome's frantic traffic, queues and tourist traps. All-in-all very good value for money.

 From York, United Kingdom

Having located the propery, thanks to some much needed help - in English - on the phone, from the owners, we arrived at the villa.  The accomodation was spacious, comfortable and exactly what we wanted and we were made to feel really welcome - almost one of the family - by the owners!  The sunsets were superb, the local supermarket excellent and the location was ideal for travelling to a nearby station and catching air conditioned and very cheap trains into Rome for several superb days.  The only problem was that the week just went too quickly!! I would have no hesitation in reccomending this property to anyone looking for a quiet retreat that gives easy access to Rome - particularly for people who have a car, which is needed, given the location of the villa.  The local town also has some lovely restaurants and helped us to get a wonderful experience of Italian life.  Excellent!

 From Stoke On Trent, United Kingdom

Hospitable reception by owners.

Beautiful countryside, lake Bracciono was better than expected.

Good access to rome by train.

Excellent local towns with historic buldings.

Next time must take fising rod!

 From 40 Brisbane Road Reading

They have said about us……………… “Thank you for all the wonderful memories we will treasure about you and your villa. Leaving this morning was like leaving home. I will miss your beautiful villa and the pastoral countryside which was a welcome respite from our numerous forays into Rome” 									Ed, San Antonio, Texas, USA “Rural respite…… Dressed in terracotta hues… Splashed by striking sunsets…. Entertained by dancing wildflowers…. Bordered by lush green pastures…. Guarded by Roman pines and olive trees…. Beaconed by Bracciano’s castle and Rome’s ruins…. Warmed by gracious hosts… &#045; a most welcome retreat.” 								Lisa, San Antonio, Texas, USA “Mille grazie for all the fun, the special sunsets, for Cami and Galite, for the wonderful weather and everything else. Grazie again!!! “ 		Megan, Jeff and Amanda, San Antonio, Texas, USA “Your villa is charming, the surrounding meadows with its wild flowers, glorious: your warm hospitality made this our home away from home. This has been our finest holiday, and God willing we may you see you again in Italia.”		Matteo and Sue, Parkland, Florida, USA “Thanks for everything! We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to return for a semester abroad.” 						Lauren, Trish and Victoria, Florida, USA “Sincere thanks and gratitude to you. You will always be in our hearts.” 						Suzanna, Daniel and Karol, England “Villa Conchetta, “ simply beautiful”. Thank you for your hospitality. “ 						Andy Marie and Sharon, Swindon, England “What can I say? It has been absolutely gorgeous and we hope to come back one day soon. We saw 15 different sunsets, one more beautiful than the other.” 	 Lex, Amanda, Miriam and Sheila, sud Tyrol, Italy

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