Casa Alesia is just as described in the ad. It is a charming little cottage, tucked on a hill (a VERY steep hill for walking or driving) behind a private gate. The cottage is directly across from another cottage (Casa Sara) and another couple on the property. There are even a few dogs belonging to the neighbors who are very well behaved.
PROS:
- the view!!! Spending some time above the cottage at night to see the stars and hillside were highlights of my stay
- Having safe and protected parking
- Having a Washing machine for laundry in the kitchen.
- Having coffee, Italian coffee maker, fridge, and all the cooking utensils
- comfortable bed for a sofa pull out
- Coop.fi is relatively close drive for supermarket needs
- Il Conti bus stops are up the hill about a quarter mile
- overall a very quiet and peaceful place
CONS:
- that hill! The gate is flush with the street and there is no shoulder to speak of. Cars are zooming up and down the hill. It takes some getting used to. Being in a small car is the easiest and being aggressive when pulling in or out is necessary
- the washer’s fastest cycle is 3 hours. No dryer. Have to line dry everything
- WiFi is a little slow and spotty at times.
Sara was incredibly communicative, detailed and helpful! Check in was a breeze (once I figured out the address, as it seems a bit hidden to the untrained eye).
I would absolutely book here again and for longer. It was starting to feel like home.