Paola’s place was beautiful - especially the pool and breakfast area! There was one main issue: If you are afraid of big dogs and traveling solo, this place may not be ideal for you. I volunteered to move to a different room after Paola asked if I would be okay with this. It was bigger, but the furnishings were a bit more traditional. I had arrived later in the day (check-in was flexible) and when I left to go to dinner I was unable to successfully back out of the driveway as it was very dark and could be better lit. I pulled forward into the driveway near the main house, and the dogs started barking and began jumping up on the car and scratching it. I didn’t want to run over the dogs so I turned off the car and called Paola. Her Mom came outside and helped me reach the main gate, but I was visibly upset. I’m sure the dogs are friendly but I found the experience a bit scary and I was also worried about being charged by the rental agency for the scratches. I told Paola, and she did not believe me as she said this hasn’t happened before. I indicated her mother was there and saw the dogs doing this. She did not apologize in the moment, but did later over message. She purchased a cream and the scratches did largely come off the car, and I was not charged. This place might be better for couples and those without luxury cars. However, I would return with friends or family because the villa was so beautiful and unique and Paola really did go above and beyond even in this less than ideal situation.