After a long drive we arrived at Franscesco's beautiful villa and were received with open and loving arms. We arrived an hour early while there was still cleaning going on in our upcoming home but were offered to use the swimming pool and the garden while we waited. Additionally we were offered pasta with delicious homemade tomato sauce made from freshly picked tomatoes from the valley. That was just what we needed. When we took over the house there was fresh fruit for us, spring water in the fridge and homemade lovely marmalade. We felt welcome from start. The house and garden: The villa is large and spacious, with air conditioning in all bedrooms. Two lovely bathrooms, one with a tub, a lovely kitchen where there was everything a family needs. Two terraces, one where there was sun and one with shade where it was nice to eat our meals when it became very hot during the day. From one terrace there is a wonderful view of the valley and the sea. The villa is located fairly high above the sea which means that a gentle breeze was a relief when the warmths rise above 40 degrees celcius. The pool is clean and invitingly delicious with a matching whirlpool where the muscles can be gently massage with a cool drink in your hand. The pool has a poolhouse with two toilets and a shower, washer and dryer, and towels are provided for free use. Location: The location is perfect. A perfect location for driving out to attractions that you want to see. 15 minutes drive to the nearest beach, the most beautiful sandy beach with clean clear water and a lot of places where food and drinks can be bought. Beach chairs with umbrellas are also available on the beach. Highway road can be reached within a few kilometers which means that you can get around quickly. A perfect location whether you just want to stay at the house or want to explore the area's restaurants, small cozy towns, beaches and local shops. The host: You find no better host than Francesco! He is welcoming, helpful, funny, joyful, and has a really nice personality. When we were going to eat at the restaurant he arranged to book a table for us. If we needed beach chairs, he made sure that they were booked for us. If we wanted to rent a boat with or without a captain he could arrange to book it for us. He knows the area and knows which restaurants and beaches are the best. He took our two teenage sons in town when there was a party downtown, looked after them and made sure they came home safely at night. Francesco is a unique host who at the first moment creates the full confidence that lets you relax and know that everything is as it should be. Thank you Francesco for a wonderful stay in your beautiful villa. You just gave our vacation the extra percent...