Alex's place is awesome! We knew it was big, but didn't appreciate just how big. There are so many cool reception rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms/shower rooms - the place can easily accommodate 10 + adults. There are so many options re where to sit down/relax/eat, both indoors and outdoors.
The house contains very interesting paintings and features - the main hall is so big it feels like you are in a museum! Certain bits of furniture may seem a little dated to some, but we thought they were classic and much better than the generic white-washed, boring and impersonal holiday accommodation you so often see.
The pool area is beautiful. There are so many different fruit trees and flowers, and everything is well looked after. The pool house and bathroom is more modern and minimalist than the rest of the house - such a nice space and so much room - perfect for rainy, warm nights.
The place has everything you will need for a short or long stay (we were there 10 nights). The kitchen is well equipped and the bathrooms have shower gel, soap and hairdryers. The welcome basket was a nice touch and very useful if you arrive late at night. Everything was super clean and tidy and there was plenty toilet roll and clean bath/pool towels.
Alex was very friendly and helpful and replied very quickly with any questions I had before and during our stay. The villa information was detailed and contained restaurant and supermarket recommendations etc.
Some things to note for your stay: 1) As with most green spaces in the area that time of year there were a lot of mosquitoes in the garden (it was the same last October in another property nearby) - bring repellant/spray and buy citronella candles. 2) The property location is excellent - very central - so near the church and the bells. They didn't bother me as I am a good sleeper, but you hear them from some of the front bedrooms. My sister always uses earplugs for sleeping and they did the trick. 3) The garage and streets around the property are quite narrow. I was grateful that we had a small/medium car, as found getting in and out the garage quite difficult to start. We figured out that driving in as opposed to reversing in is easier, as there is more space on the street to reverse out. 4) You might not even need a car as the location is so good - super close to numerous bars, restaurants, shops, the main square and the steps. We couldn't fault it - it was perfect.
We all highly recommend this unique villa and are already talking about going back with a bigger group, knowing how spacious it is. We thought it was great value booking for 5 adults, so would be even better with a bigger group. 5 out of 5 for everything from us - thanks so much Alex!