| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 17 positive, 0 negative]
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| 09/06/09 |
Positive
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Villa San Lorenzo far exceeded our expectations. It was perfect in every aspect. The photographs depicted on the website are an accurate representation of the villa and it's amenities and gave us an excellent idea of what to expect. We were not disappointed when we arrived and saw the villa for ourselves. The outdoor dining area and swimming pool were wonderful. We spent most of our time by the pool enjoying the beautiful surroundings while the kids swam. The pool was very clean and the temperature was just right. We could not have been happier with our experience renting at Villa San Lorenzo!
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Jon Stevenson, Great Mills, MD |
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| 04/01/09 |
Positive
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| What a great place to stay. From when we entered, we found that we had everything provided for like as though it is our own home. I looked out the window often as the view was stunning. The hosts were super knowledgeable about the area, and showed us some great places to eat and see. Also, they introduced us to some locals, which added an even more 'local' flavour to our stay. All in all, it was a great experience. The only downside is that we would love to go there more often. |
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Sean, Paris, France |
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| 03/18/09 |
Positive
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What a relaxing and special place to unwind and
enjoy great food, wine, and company. The owners
are knowledgeable and generous with advice about
the many treasures of the area and never steered us
wrong. The accommodations are perfect and suited
our every need - it was especially wonderful to
unwind and relax in the extra large bathtub! Can't
wait for our next visit. |
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Diane , Medford, MA |
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| 03/10/09 |
Positive
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I have just spent a week here with my family and do
not hesitate to recommend this beautiful hilltop
villa. The views are stunning, the accommodation
luxurious and spacious, the hospitality warm and
friendly, the food and wine from the region
delicious! Not only is it a great location for going
out to discover the Piedmont region, heading to the
mountains or to the coast, but also for staying in,
unwinding and taking it easy. Don't hesitate to ask
the owners for recommendations on where to eat
and what to drink, they know the region and the
people and can ensure you taste the best of
Piedmont. |
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Chris, Paris, Frace
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| 03/09/09 |
Positive
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| Great food, great wine, great accommodations, great hosts; all added up to a great week in Italy. Our hosts were knowledgeable and gracious, guiding us to the best hill towns, vineyards and restaurants in the area. And at the end of every excursion we returned to our luxurious and comfortable rooms in Bonvicino. After watching the sun set over the vineyards on the opposite ridge, fantastic dinners were only a short drive away. Highly recommended in every way. |
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Brian Snyder, Medford, MA |
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| 10/19/08 |
Positive
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I would probably never be able to put in words the
amazing piemotese vacation we had. Adoring its
wines, cuisine, truffles and charm, we are traveling
quite often to this beautiful region. Amazingly, it
seems we have finally found the missing link - our
"pied a terre" in the region. Clay & Tamar, the
owners of a fascinating Villa near Bonvicino, and
the Barolo region are an amazing couple. They were
so nice as hosts, smiling, caring, well introduced,
we felt like coming back home after our long
journeys out in the vineyards and villages. the
rooms are great, comfortable, spacious, the pool,
the pizza oven, the silence, the discussions, did i
already say home? I am already planning our visit
next year in Piemonte, we will probably visit other
wineries, search for new restaurants, but we already
have our home. |
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Yair Haidu, Paris
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| 09/26/07 |
Positive
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| Our group of three couples stayed here for two weeks, beginning June 16, 2007. It is as beautiful, cosy and rustic as described and the photos on the website are true portrayals of the lovely property. We used this villa/farmhouse as our base, and drove to restaurants and wineries in the area, although it was tempting just to stay here, and rest and relax (and some days we did only that). Among our many enjoyable ventures was a day we spent with the owners as our tour guides, visiting Dogliani and the surrounding countryside. They know the area, the wineries, the restaurants and shops very well, and we took advantage of their intimate knowledge and had a wonderful time. |
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Christine A. Gilsinan, St. Louis, MO
(314) 962-0760 |
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| 09/13/07 |
Positive
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I loved this place! Its one of those perfect finds a traveler hopes they'll come across. After hiking in one of the most idealic wine regions on earth this villa was the perfect place to unwind. The rooms are luxurious and spacious with breathtaking views of the countryside. Taking in the sunset while soaking in the huge bathtub was magnificent! I was most excited, however by the owners' insider knowledge of the culinary treasures of the region. Their food and wine tours are the closest one can come to being a local gourmet without moving there! I was able to personally meet some of the finest winemakers and chefs in Piemonte and had some of the best meals of my life!
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Michael Ryther, Pasadena, CA
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| 09/02/07 |
Positive
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Need for nature? of relaxation? to discover the authenticity of Italy which charms us unceasingly? this place is the perfect place, a detached house and very comfortably equipped, in a decoration of most natural overhanging the neighbouring mountains at all times of the day it is a delight. starting from this paradise only a few minutes to discover the wonders of the area: village medieval, vines and wines!! and gastronomy. not to miss.
Proposer une meilleure trad |
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Henaut Benoit, Paris- France
0033 (0)6 85 40 56 |
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| 07/23/07 |
Positive
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| Wow! What an amazing adventure-- loved discovering the hills, small towns and vineyards around this beautifully updated farm house. The local food and wine is spectacular... as are the dark nights and millions of stars visible from this secluded property. Accomodations are comfortable and luxurious-- especially the giant bathtub!-- and the house is very well-appointed and cozy. The owners are a delight-- they are excellent tour guides and know all of the local secret spots. A dream vacation! |
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Jessica, New York, NY
646 431 0200 |
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| 06/13/07 |
Positive
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| This wonderful house is as portrayed and described. Most comfortable, peaceful, and well-appointed. The owners are a delight to deal with, and as they were there for several days (in another apartment) while we were there, we had the advantage of their expertise on the local scene. Short drive (25 minute) to the Slow Food University headquarters. And we even saw a fox meander by the corner of the house on its way down into the woods. |
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E. Roy Weintraub, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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| 12/08/06 |
Positive
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What a wonderful house. It was so full of rustic
charm and so perfectly situated. The comments
about relaxing were right on. The house and
surrounding property are really a different world, so
enjoyable and comfortable. We had such fun
exploring the wineries and paths in the surrounding
hills. The nearby towns were all different and
wonderful, each of them having their own distinct
character. Dogliani was an especially neat place
with interesting wine bars and great markets and
restaurants. All in all, a very unique Italian
experience. |
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Bart seaver, Washington DC
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| 12/08/06 |
Positive
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| My husband and I and another couple were there in mid-October. We were delighted by the surroundings and the farmhouse, which was both rustic and elegant. We were also very charmed by the caretaker/manager, who very graciously lent us her cell phone (!) when we discovered ours wasn't going to work at all; and she was instrumental in recommending to us the most exquisite places to eat. Would stay there again in a heartbeat!rroundings |
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Bob and Sheri Jorden, Rockland, Maine
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| 11/13/06 |
Positive
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| My husband and I absolutely loved this beautiful piemontese house! Being an architect, I adored the house's old stones and apparent structure, and it's truly local piemontese character. My husband, who is a chef, was absolutely overwhelmed by the quality and richess of the local ingredients he could cook with. We enjoyed finding them in the market of Dogliani (only 15 min from the house!) and have wonderful romantic dinners in this beautiful excluded house... Nature enlaces it from all over and penetrates the interior through the generous windows in the form of stunning views! It is truly the perfect place to be when you need some time off, some time to yourselves... |
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Merav Kane Yosefi, Paris, France
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| 08/08/06 |
Positive
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| I would like to confirm ALL of what was written in a previous positive feedback about the Farmhouse. As described, the farmhouse is quaint, cozy and yet has all needed modern amenities. My favorite part of the house however is the views from the balcony. The farmhouse is perched on a hill so you see the whole valley spread out below you. Very breathtaking. In additon, this was my first visit to Piedmont and I was blown away by the beauty and all the fun things to do within an 1 hour drive of the property. Wineries, beaches, beautiful towns, wonderful restaurants. Basically a great vacation spot! |
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Greg Norrell, Austin, Texas |
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| 08/08/06 |
Positive
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| My spouse, three children and I visited the Piedmont region of Italy to relax and experience life from another perspective. This home helped in everyway. The location is quite, up a dirt road on the side of a hill, and the apartment we were in, a two bedroom, was charming. The stone and craftsmanship were endearing and the renovations that have been done made it a very modern and comfortable place. We enjoyed the view from the balcony, where my wife and I had all our breakfasts as the children slept late. The surrounding area offers some nice villages to visit and the amazing amount of vineyards and wines from the region are too numerous to list. If you want to taste great Italian wines from the people that make them, this is the place. We went to several excellent restaurants and sample some wonderful dishes. Bottom line, highly recommended. |
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Jose Azel |
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| 06/06/06 |
Positive
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| My husband, 5-month old baby, and I recently stayed at this fabulous place and absolutely LOVED it! The view is spectacular, and encompasses the Italian Alps as well as amazing hillside villages and deciduous forests. I was astounded at the bountiful wildlife here; I am a biologist in California and was pleasantly surprised by the amazing diversity of both bird and mammal life! We visited wineries in the region and sampled the world-famous Barolo and Dolcetto wines of the region, as well as some local cheeses and dark chocolate. The house far surpassed our expectations - it was historically quaint, yet had completely remodeled amenities like a stainless steel kitchen and giant bathtub in an immaculate bathroom. We enjoyed espressos on the balcony while looking at the terrific view and listening to the birds. We were in paradise and truly cannot recommend this place enough. |
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Margaret Boeger, San Francisco, California
415-595-1223 |
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