| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 13 positive, 0 negative]
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| 10/13/09 |
Positive
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| We recently spent 6 nights in this apartment and were very comfortable. We arrived late our first evening but were immediately made to feel welcome by Signora Ada who had prepared supper for us and stocked the fridge with enough to keep us going for several days. She continued to present us with local delicacies and to be most helpful - providing us with beach towels and a reclining chair when we expressed interest in going to the sea - and generally being most attentive to our needs. We would recommend this apartment without hesitation. |
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Gideon Bainton, Tuscany, Italy
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| 09/26/09 |
Positive
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| We recently spent a week in Carmiano and were impressed from the first moment on. Salvatore picked us up at the train station and then he and his mother, Ada showed us around the spotless apartment.They had thoughttfully stocked the very functional kitchen with food and wine (and fresh flowers) for a day or two. We really enjoyed Ada's homemade bolognese sauce and the many treats they sent our way during the week. From their beatiful garden we enjoyed grapes, figs, lemons and almonds and loved spending time on the patio. We did not have a rental car and yet were able to see Lecce and Galipoli by train/bus. We enjoyed shopping in the local fish market, bakery and pasta shop. We loved the village of Carmiano and the warmth of Salvatore, his mother and grandmother. By the time we left we felt more like house guests rather than renters. We would highly recommend this apartment to anyone who is looking for a taste of southern Italy. |
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Teri and Mel, Victoria, British Columbia
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| 09/07/09 |
Positive
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| I had a rest in ?partments with the wife and the child of 12 years within 10 days since August, 16th, 2009. Apartments me have very much amazed in the best sense of this word. These magnificent, recently repaired apartments are completed completely. Specially to our arrival the refrigerator has been filled by products, and hospitable owners constantly supplied us with fresh fruit from a garden. In vicinities Carmiano beautiful places and beaches which I advise you are located many to visit. The car on which to the nearest beaches it is possible to reach for 15 minutes is for this purpose necessary. Thanks to owners for hospitality, goodwill and quiet rest. I recommend these apartments very much to all who it appreciates. |
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Yury, Moscow, Russia
+79163166726 |
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| 06/18/09 |
Positive
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Diane and I stayed here for 6 nights in the middle
of May (05/18 - 23)- we would have commented
earlier but have only just got home. Our stay was
wonderful - more like staying in Savatore's home
than in an apartment. Food (and wine) - enough for
our first dinner and breakfast - was waiting for us
on arrival and more appeared during our stay. The apartment was very comfortable and we cannot say
enough about the hospitality of Salvatore and his
family. I agree with other comments that you do
need a car (which you can park in the garage) and,
Diane, who was the navigator would add, a GPS! |
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John Thorp |
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| 06/18/09 |
Positive
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This is indeed an outstanding appartment. We arrived by car having followed Salvatore's detailed instructions to find a spotlessly clean appartment with fresh flowers, a fully stocked fridge and a fruit bowl filled,including the sweetest home grown oranges ever eaten.Ada and Raffaela are absolute gems and their daily surprises of local goodies were typical of the 'extras' here. This is a most comfortable unit where every thing works, the garden is full of fruit trees and available. Carmiano is close to all places in southern Puglia but I believe a car helps here. I loved daily shopping in this friendly town.
Salvatore is a true gentleman who assists willingly--he loaned us a laptop!
I highly recommend this apartment in Puglia. |
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Robert and Rozanne Pianta, Melbourne Australia
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| 08/30/08 |
Positive
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From the moment Salvatore Vadacca met me at the train station in Lecce I felt welcome. And when I left one month later I felt I was leaving as a friend, not as a client!!
I cannot say enough about the Family Vadacca and about their comfortable and extremely well equiped apartment. From the soft, fluffy towels, the microwave, the washing machine, the spacious bed and the fridge and pantry with enough food to start me off in style.
But above the comfort of the apartment I must speak about the kindness and generous natures of Signora Mele, Signora Vadacca and of course Salvatore Vadacca. Me being a student of Italian they were patient with me, spending time and even helping me with my homework. As well Salvatore, Signora Ada Vadacca invited me on outtings and excursions.
In closing I can only say the very best about the apartment and the wonderful family Vadacca and would recommned anyone to staying with them.
The one negative (for me) was that without a car, I found myself restricted in seeing a number of the wonderful sites in the area. Much of what I did see was thanks to Signora Ada and Salvatore Vadacca.
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Linda Owen, Sydney, N.S.W. Australia
3317887809 (Italy) |
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| 08/28/08 |
Positive
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| We chose to rent this lovely apartment because of the wonderful comments left on this site by previous guests. Indeed this place was a home away from home. Salvatore met us at the train station in Lecce with a warm welcome. On arrival at the apartment we were greeted warmly by Ada and Raffaela. The kitchen was equipped with everything from Teabags to cookies and generous supplies of ready ingredients to keep us well fed for the week. In short we were spoiled rotten! The fruit backet was replenished every couple of days with apricots, plums and grapes from the beautiful garden and it was just heaven to relax on the patio outside our bedroom. Our three hosts were helpful and kind and we would recommend to one and all not to miss the chance to experience their warm hospitality. We hope to return someday soon. Eileen Rossiter, |
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Eileen Rossiter, Old St. Mellons, Cardiff, UK
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| 05/19/08 |
Positive
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We have rented numerous apartments and houses
in varying parts of Italy. None have equaled the
experience provided by the Vadacca family and
their lovely, exceptionally comfortable, well-
supplied apartment. They are the most warm and
genereous of hosts who enjoy providing their
guests with an unforgettable experience. Each
morning they would bring some special home-
made goody or some delicious tid-bit typical of
Pulgia. We have no reservation whatsoever
recommending their apartment to anyone wanting
to visit Puglia. As we moved on to another part of
Italy and another apartment we kept wishing were
were back with the Vadacca's. Marvin and Carolyn
Geller Princeton NJ USA |
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Marvin H. Geller, Princeton NJ
(609) 924-0257 |
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| 11/21/07 |
Positive
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This rental was by far one of the best accommodations my wife and I have EVER rented. The apartment was well proportioned, beautifully decorated and furnished, exceptionally clean and well maintained, and included all of the amenities you could ever want, including generous fine linens, cooking utensils, and EVEN fresh flowers, and specialty items awaiting us in the kitchen.
The apartment is about a 10 minute walk from the train/bus station from where we easily made excursions to Lecce (10 minutes away), Otranto, Gallipolli, and Galatone.
The best part of our stay was getting to know Salvatore (who also speaks English), and his lovely family (mother-Ada, and grandmother-Raffaela) who were the friendliest, most generous, kindest, and helpful hosts we've ever met. We were especially lucky to spend a most memorable day with Ada and Raffaela. We would recommend these accommodations in a heart beat, and can not wait to go back to stay here and use it as a base for exploring more of beautiful Apulia! |
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Lawrence and Mariela , Salt Lake City, Utah
801 943 7396 |
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| 06/10/07 |
Positive
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We highly recommend this lovely apartment, which is very convenient to Lecce. We stayed for 6 nights without a car and were able to get around on foot and by bus and train.
The fully-stocked kitchen and spacious garden made our stay very comfortable, especially since we were traveling our 2-year-old son.
Above all, our hosts Salvatore, Ada and Rafaella treated us like family -- frequently going out of their way to ensure we fully enjoyed ourselves. |
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Maria, Hayden and Gilman Miller, San Francisco, CA
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| 06/02/07 |
Positive
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| We spent over a week at this charming home with people who have become friends. The apartment was lovely, the gardens beautiful, the oranges and lemons delicious and most of all, the homeowners kind, friendly, and helpful. We spent eight weeks in Italy, and this wonderful place was our favorite. We didn't want to leave. That area of Italy is especially rich in history and interesting to explore. We also found that the residents of Carmiano were friendly and helpful as well. What a perfect, comfortable, and welcoming place to be! |
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Mary and Bruce Manhire, Metamora, Michigan USA
001 810 797-4131 |
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| 05/05/07 |
Positive
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| We found this apartment comfortably furnished, fully equipped (including a washing machine) and stocked with food and supplies for our arrival. This was surpassed only by the gracious hospitality of our hosts, Ada, Salvatore, and Rafaella who are also great sources of information on Puglia’s history, attractions, food, and wine. We arrived as tourists but left with a feeling of new-found friends. We wholeheartedly recommend a stay here. |
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Bob & Nancy Breslin, Trinidad, California |
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| 10/29/06 |
Positive
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Very clean comfortable apartment ideally located between the Ionian and the Adriatic Sea. This location is perfect for day trips to Lecce, Gallipoli, Porto Caesarea and many other attractions located around this area and within a day’s reach. On arrival, we found our kitchen stocked with the basic requirements to get us going for the first few days, right down to fruits, coffee, tea, and sugar for our first breakfast.
This holiday was so much more than we anticipated, and we would definitely recommend staying in this house to anyone who would like to experience a relaxing, friendly and totally unique travel experience. Thanks again for your hospitality and the warm, family welcome!!
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Francois & Iryna, Ottawa - Canada
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| 06/02/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
This is our 3rd holiday spent in "villa Raffaela". We are very pleased with our stay. Carmiano is a well-situated town. You can reach the wonderful city of Lecce in less than 15 minutes. In a short time you can also get to the amazing seaside resort of Porto Cesareo, with its pure shores and crystal clear waters. The apartment is comfortable and the garden is relaxing. Thank you Ada for your kindness and your suggestions on the places to visit.
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Domenico and Renate Costantini
Luino (VA), Italy
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