First of all, the good news about Villa Alessandro is really good news indeed.
The setting is superb - literally abutting Lake Iseo, opposite the peaks known as Trente Passi. You can even go swim in the lake from steps in the enormous garden, which is also an olive grove. The pool is one of the most beautifully located I have ever seen - the whole view of the lake surrounds you. It’s cool and clear even on the hottest days.
The villa is 6 minutes walk from the village of Riva di Solto, a gorgeous place with a handful of restaurants, cafes and grocery stores, and from where you can catch a ferry to other parts of the lake. The village is less than an hour from Bergamo airport.
The villa is well equipped with plates, cutlery and glassware; bedding and towels. There is an air conditioner unit in the living room, which can cool all the rooms if you leave doors open. The wifi worked just fine.
Just a couple of reality issues. The villa says it sleeps 6 (we in fact booked for a family trip for 6, but due to COVID quarantine etc issues it ended up as two of us). It would not be fun for 6. It was roomy for two, would be fine for 3-4, but the interior is not spacious, and if the living room sofa bed is extended, there is minimal living space. There are two sun loungers...Plus the fridge is small-medium, so would be hard to self-cater for a big group.
One more point: like many properties on the lake, the parking leads straight onto the main road, which means you need to take care driving out, and that 7 min walk to the village may not be suitable for small kids/people who don’t like walking on the side of an active road. If you do walk, though, you’ll meet the donkey who lives two doors down and is very articulate!
Flavia was very helpful and nearby for any queries. The whole area is beautiful and has endless options for exploring by foot/car/bike/boat. Warmly recommended!