| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 32 positive, 0 negative]
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| 05/03/09 |
Positive
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| We stayed here for three weeks in March 2009. The apartment is fabulous and the view incredible. The best part of the apartment is Valerie and Jim - they were the most accommodating owners we have ever rented from on VRBO and this is our 10th experience. The manager in Buenos Aires is also excellent - he never steered us wrong in looking for restaurants! The neighborhood is wonderful - we rate our Buenos Aires stay as one of the best of our travels. |
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Anonymous, San Diego, CA
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| 04/29/09 |
Positive
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FABULOUS! I have never felt soo good in a rental apartment,then Valerie and Jim's.
Location
View
Ameneties
Buenos Aires itself
Tango Tango Tango
Museums
Restaurants
To all and much more: 5XXXXX
Unlimited Advise not only from Valerie and Jim, but Juan Carlos and Oswaldo, as well.
Recommend: BIG YES!
Cristina
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Cristina Pardinas, Los Angeles, Ca.
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| 03/25/09 |
Positive
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We stayed at the apartment for 6 weeks. It is just like the photos; cheerful with lots of light and great views in every room. The location is excellent; you can walk anywhere or take any bus at the corner stops. The building is safe, the apt. is inmaculately clean. You can't ask for better owners than Valerie & Jim or better management than Frank & Osvaldo. They were all within one phone call away. We will recommend this place to all our friends. In short, we can't wait to go back.
Thanks guys |
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Bob & Cristina, New Jersey |
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| 12/26/08 |
Positive
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Comment 1:
Property Description: 1 bedroom with incredible view of Recoleta neighborhood
Comment Date: 11/03/2007
Comment Text: This is the perfect place and location, and without hesitation, we would stay in Valerie and Jim's apartment again. The apartment is all that the photographs and descriptions depict in terms of facilities, views, comfort and equipment. Guide and resource books were stocked, and coupled with Valerie's personal Buenos Aires suggestions, they were a great asset. While we had no need for the kitchen, everything in it was carefully chosen with a mind toward accommodating those who enjoy cooking. It is all brand new or maintained that way. Bedding and towels were downy and thick, respectfully. Frette bathrobes, and bath/shower amenities are indicative of the care they take in making one's stay enjoyable. We had two problems (broken toilet flush and a loose latch that prevented a bedroom window from remaining closed), and they were quickly resolved as Max is a caring and attentive apartment manager. We are looking forward to meeting Valerie and Jim in person during our travels to Miami. |
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Alexis and Mark
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| 10/14/08 |
Positive
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Hola Valerie,
We just want to thank you for being you throughout our trip planning and for your lovely invitation to meet your family. Dina and Kerry were very warm and gave us lots of tips for the San Telmo fair. Another highlight was visiting Frank and Osvaldo. It's always fun to see homes, but both this was pretty over-the-top. Frank even baked us a cake.
The apartment was great, and only after living for a day and a half in Palermo did we realize how nice Recoleta was.
We loved Purmamarca, and if you haven't been there, put it on your must-see list.
Our best to you and Jim,
Kathy and Bob |
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Kathy and Bob, Minneapolis, MN |
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| 09/30/08 |
Positive
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We recently spent two weeks at this cozy apartment and enjoyed every minute of it.
The unit was exceptionally clean and pleasant. Each of the beds were very comfortable and the linens were of high quality.
The view from every window is incredible, even the bathroom window. We enjoyed sitting out on the balcony and have our morning coffee and afternoon Malbec.
We could not have asked for a better or more convenient location than this. It is within walking distance to numerous restaurants and other interesting places to explore. There is a small market right next door wich came in handy. Just step outside the building entrance and you can get a radio taxi almost instantly day or night.
Frank and Osvaldo went out of their way to make sure we had a pleasant stay and were a big help in directing us to some great reastaurants as well as other places to visit. It was reassuring to have Frank there since he speaks English especially since we were in a foreign country and did't speak their language.
We could not have asked for a nicer person to deal with than Valerie. She was on top of everything and kept in contact and made sure everything was in order.
We hope to return for a month on our next trip to Buenos Aires and we will definitely stay here. That is how impressed we were.
Thanks again Valerie, Jim, Frank and Osvaldo for a beautiful two weeks in Recoleta.
Bill and Wayne |
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Anonymous, North Hollywood, CA |
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| 08/04/08 |
Positive
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My friend John and I stayed at the apartment for 12 days in July and we absolutely could not have had a better experience. Not only were Valerie and Jim extremely helpful and attentive, but their associate in town, Frank, was also a great resource. Who needs guide books when you have savvy locals like Frank hand-writing up all the best places to eat, drink and be merry! We never had a bad meal working off of Frank, Valerie and Jim's various recommendations.
The apartment itself is a very nice place, modern and stylish furnishings, newer appliances, nicely remodeled bathroom, and spotlessly clean in general. I was a bit nervous about the Murphy bed but it was every bit as comfy as a standard bed.
And then there is the view and the neighborhood - unbeatable. The view of the famous Recoleta cemetery is awesome, and on a clear day you can see all the way out to the river and the waterfront area. The location is right around the corner from tons of bars and restaurants (though some are over-priced and touristy so always consult the Frank list!), as well as conveniences like frequent taxis, a little grocery store, and even a movie theater should you need a break from the hectic BA party life. We also walked a few blocks to the subway stop and used it to get around quite a bit, which made things very economical.
I really cannot recommend this apartment strongly enough. The combination of the great apartment, fantastic location and personal, attentive service made the amazing experience of Buenos Aires somehow even better. Now I just have to figure out how to move to Argentina!
--Wil |
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Wil Herren, Westminster CO |
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| 05/25/08 |
Positive
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We just returned from an 8-night stay at Valerie & Jim's apartment and we can't say enough good things about our experience. Everything about the place was perfect...from the decoration and amenities, to the view of the cemetery from the balcony, to the prime location in BA's beautiful Recoleta neighborhood.
We even had the added benefit of having Val & Jim next door to us (in their own apartment) at the same time we were there. They were amazingly friendly hosts and a wealth of knowledge about where to go and what to see.
If you are planning a trip to BA this is a great place to stay. The location is very central, so you have everything that the city has to offer within either walking distance or a short cab ride. To top it off, Val & Jim are great to work with!
We will definitely be coming back to BA sometime soon!
-Ryan & Steve |
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Ryan, San Francisco, CA
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| 05/11/08 |
Positive
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My friend Carol and I stayed at the apartment from April 19 -25th. It was excellent! I slept in the queen sized murphy bed that comes out of a very pretty wall unit and it was so comfortable! I loved sitting each morning on the balcony, sipping on coffee and looking at the Recoleta Cemetary,which is world renowned. The location was awesome. Right out the door and you are next to a small supermarket and around the corner from several cafes, telephone services, a park that has a craft market on Saturdays and Sundays, etc. Valerie
was extremely accommodating and gave us many helpful hints. Our Buenos Aires experience was great and I would definitely recommend the apartment. I'm looking forward to returning myself some day!!! |
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Ginny, Dix Hills, New York
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| 04/16/08 |
Positive
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| Amazing location, would definitely choose this apartment when returning. Valerie was great to work with and Max really helped us make arrangements for travel and entertainment. It was a lovely experience! |
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Jamie Patterson, Denver, CO |
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| 03/12/08 |
Positive
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| Fabulous location -- Valerie in Florida and Max in Argentina and great to work with! |
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Bruce Link, New York |
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| 01/29/08 |
Positive
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| What a great location! what a great owner in Valerie! what a great property manager in Max. We had a great time and are looking forward to going back, hopefully soon. |
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Charles F. Savage, Denver, CO
303-377-2700 |
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| 12/25/07 |
Positive
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Valerie and her property manager could not have been
more delightful to deal with and accommodating.
What a PRIMO location!!! Hope to make it back to BA
some day.
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Cathy Greco, Atlanta, GA
770 591-0421 |
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| 07/22/07 |
Positive
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| Our stay was awesome. The condo was perfect, very accessible to all neighborhoods. We went to all the various locations that were recommended by the condo owners. All were excellant. Max was very helpful and was available to answer all our questions. For anyone going, you will not be disappointed about the Condo or the City..Thank you so much! If you are a member of "Itravex", make sure you select this Condo as your choice! |
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jordan/doris, las vegas,nv
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| 04/28/07 |
Positive
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The apartment was perfect in every way. It is in upscale Recoleta surrounded by wonderful restaurants, parks (for my jogs), the cemetery where Evita Peron was buried (view from bedroom window) and European architecture.
I stayed at the apartment for business and will do so again. There’s high speed wireless internet access and getting to my meetings was easy – cabs drive by all the time.
I even discovered a little breakfast place around the corner that delivered my breakfast every morning -- fresh OJ included!
Thanks for a great experience! I am already recommending the place to friends who also travel to BA on business. |
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Belkist, Miami, Florida |
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| 04/04/07 |
Positive
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| We had a wonderful experience! The apartment is everything it is represented to be, and Max took care of any request we could have had (including arrangements for our travel to Mar del Plata, Iguazu), and we availed his service for a wonderful City Tour. Thanks again - we will return! |
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Suzanne & Gordon, Eagle Point, OR |
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| 01/13/07 |
Positive
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| This is a great place to stay, particularly for a first-time visitor to Buenos Aires. Owners Valerie and Jim and their property manager Max make every effort to insure you have everything you need - including travel tips and restaurant recommendations. The location and the view can't be beat. We look forward to staying here again. |
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Bob & Carol McDonald, Seattle, WA |
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| 01/12/07 |
Positive
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Valerie and Jim,
We enjoyed the quiet getaway in the Recoleta district. It felt like a safe home base during our Buenos Aires visit and we always enjoyed coming home to the apartment at the end of a long day of touring the city. The great view, comfortable bed, wonderful shower and bathroom and full kitchen all helped to make the place live up to the recommendations. Max was a great bonus - very knowledgeable and helpful in every way on our first visit to Buenos Aires. We would happily stay here again and will recommend the place to our friends.
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Andrea and Greg, Sebastopol, CA
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| 12/28/06 |
Positive
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| Val and Jim have the greatest apartment in Argentina! Everything you would need and more... The location is perfect, we never had to wait more than 2 minutes to find a taxi! Can't wait to plan my next trip! I will never stay in a hotel when vactioning in Buenos Aires! |
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Rebecca Barba, Miami Beach, FL
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| 09/25/06 |
Positive
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| Staying at the apartment was great. Much preferred to a hotel. It was nice to have a "home" away from home. The three of us fit comfortably in the apartment and had everything we could possibly need from internet connection to ironing board. The view is great and even in fall/winter, the city is beautiful and exciting. Can't wait to go back! |
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Kathryn Millerick, Brooklyn, NY |
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| 09/12/06 |
Positive
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Not sure what I was expecting, but this was far beyond. It truly was like home from the beautiful bathroom (with the great view of the dog walkers picking up their morning pack), the VCR (yes, we watched a few movies), the workstation area (had to work a little), to the wonderful kitchen where we had our coffee, fabulous Argentina wine and our left overs from the marvelous restaurants around town (Piegari was one and be warned, the dishes are BIG!)...Highly recommend, but don't book when I am planning on visiting!
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Pamela, Miami, FL
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| 09/10/06 |
Positive
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| The apartment and location is great (view is awesome too). It was so nice to wake up and have a cup of coffee (great kitchen) and do a few emails (internet access) before heading out for the day. We didn't miss staying at a hotel at all- Val & Jim have everything that a hotel has and more. Having access to Max - the apartment manager was also a great value add... we called him many time. |
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Michelle Yanda, Miami, Florida
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| 05/04/06 |
Positive
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This was the perfect apartment and the perfect neighborhood from which to explore B.A. Valerie and Jim have thought of everything, from the coffee maker and guidebooks to the two oversized umbrellas which came in handy during a sudden downpour.
The view speaks for itself. On our next trip to B.A., we'll stay there in a heartbeat. |
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Paul and Bonnie Lewis, Bainbridge Island, WA
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| 03/02/06 |
Positive
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I loved the apartment, small and cozy, with the greatest view of the cemetery. In the future I'd like to spend more time, say three months or so.
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Beatriz
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| 02/04/06 |
Positive
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| How I hated to leave this great apartment that felt so much like home. Walking from this apartment we found everything we needed, from groceries to restaurants to fruit stands and the fabulous weekend craft fair. Taxis were readily available to take us all over the city. You can't go wrong staying in this clean and comfortable place with everything you need for a wonderful stay in a wonderful city. |
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Maggie and Joe, Fairfax, VA |
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| 01/11/06 |
Positive
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| I can highly recommend this apartment to other rentors. The apartment is well-situated both within the city landscape and within the Recolleta neighborhood itself. The views are great, the air-conditioners worked beautifully, and the upkeep of the apartment is top-notch. I might add the owners went out of their way to make us feel welcome and in suggesting places to go during our stay. Without a doubt, if I returned to Buenos Aires, I would stay in this apartment again. |
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Patrick Riordan, New York, NY |
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| 11/28/05 |
Positive
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Great apt in BA. Fantastic location! Great views and very nice upgraded unit. Close to shops, restaurants, night life and the park.
We can't wait to go back!!! A+ |
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Ivan Hernandez, Miami Beach, Florida
999-999-9999 |
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| 11/07/05 |
Positive
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Just got back from Buenos Aires and loved the apartment! It is well-laid out and impeccably furnished. Although we never used more than the coffee maker, fridge, and microwave, the kitchen was fully appointed with everything we might have needed. The views are outstanding and the apartment is bright and airy.
The location cannot be beat either. Within a block or two, you can find anything you need whether you're looking for a restaurant, nightclub, movie theater, laundry, bakery, grocer, or shoe maker. Taxis to any other part of town are readily available and cheap.
The in-town staff was great to work with - friendly, knowledgeable and efficient.
The apartment exceeded our expectations and contributed to a great trip.
All in all, a real home-away-from-home. |
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John Kaplan, San Francisco Bay Area, Calif.
925.682.4800 x474 |
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| 10/20/05 |
Positive
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How can I put it into words?
Great...Fabulous...Wonderful...First Class. I felt at
home so much that I rented my own apartment. The
experience was the best...I would highly
recommend you guys to all...and I do. The location
is perfect...the phone is a big asset and all was
again the very best.
Thanks so very much,
Joe |
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Joe Motter, Miami, Florida
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| 05/18/05 |
Positive
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| We stayed at the Condo at Ricoleta Argentina at the end of March . The location is the best. We were 9 stories up and overlook the big cemetery in the center of the town.The condo was very convenient to get to so many things to visit on foot, restaurant that were class A, the church and museum, The little shops and fruit stands and grocery stores that made it easy to stay in a strangs place. The furniture in the condo was very comfortable and arranged very conveniently for use. The bedroom was nice and the bed was "awsome" The bathroom was very clean and efficient. And did I say clean. Everything was spotless. The Kitchen was supplied with coffee and all that a person needed to eat in .The view from the balcony was also beautiful, overlooking the city and the huge domes of the cemetery.We were very pleased and if we come back to Argentina, We would request the same place to stay. |
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David Goodsell, Fountain, Mn. 55935,USA
507-467-3578 |
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| 05/12/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Welcome to our guest book. We really hope you have enjoyed your stay.
Please share your experience so that future guests will know what to expect when staying at this apartment.
Come back and stay with us again!
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