Italy Perfect Guest Reviews
Look at what Italy Perfect guests are saying about us. From our villas and apartments to personalized services and our warm welcome, we're proud to share reviews from thousands of our guests.
Look at what Italy Perfect guests are saying about us. From our villas and apartments to personalized services and our warm welcome, we're proud to share reviews from thousands of our guests.
"The five of us were spending a few days in Rome before we traveled to Tuscany. Hotels were so expensive and provided services we just didn't need, so we checked VRBO and discovered this perfect, perfect alternative. The apartment was huge, so well situated, and elegant. Living areas were comfortable and adequate, and we couldn't have been more pleased. The photos were spot-on. You should try this place! Fabulous!"
Joanne
""Strozzi" is located close to everything. We were a 5-minute walk from the rental car office, and no more than 8 minutes on foot from the train station. Also, all of the major sites are within a very short walk from the apartment. Our hosts were friendly, efficient and very helpful. We followed their restaurant recommendations, and were very pleased. Both spots were steps away from the apartment and reasonably priced. The washing machine was much-needed and we appreciated having it, but the balcony or terrace advertised as perfect for hanging clothes was not so. We used the substantial drying rack found in the common utility room instead. It met our needs easily."
Marge & John Knebel
"A large, light, quiet apartment within a short walking distance of everything one wants to see in the old section of Florence and the train station. A big, workable kitchen, adequate bathroom, comfortable furnishings. The owners were very helpful - providing us with restaurant, travel and shopping information."
Patricia
"We had a great stay at the Prisco apartment. Miki and Franco were extremely helpful. We look forward to returning."
Michael W.
"This small house was as good as we could possibly have hoped for our stay in Florence. The house itself is spacious, immaculately clean, and well-furnished. We particularly enjoyed the terrace on the second floor. There is a washing machine, which we used twice -- this is something any traveler will appreciate. The kitchen is small but quite functional. Our hosts were extremely welcoming. They gave us a bottle wine, fruit, some chocolates, and flowers, together with suggestions about restaurants, stores, and other things in the neighborhood. We had all the supplies we needed, and usually take for granted --- dishwashing soap, laundry detergent, tablets for the dishwasher. Great towels, too. The location was, for our purposes, ideal, in the Oltrarno, away from the dense concentrations of tourists in the Centro Storico. It is perhaps 300 meters from the Palazzo Pitti, 150 from the south end of the Ponte Vecchio, another 600 or 700 meters from the start of the walk to the Piazzale Michelangelo, and not far from the entrance to the Bardini Gardens, off the Via de Bardi. We found several outstanding restaurants and shops in the Oltrarno, some very close, others within easy walking distance. At night, other than the usual city noises, it was quiet. And since the house stands alone, on its own plot of ground, there were no residents above and below us. So -- a private house, on a quiet side street, in Florence, a few minutes' walk from the Uffizi, the Piazza della Signoria, from osterias and trattorias and restaurants that never fail to delight -- you could hardly do better. We have already recommended Italy Perfect to our friends and will continue to do so. Not everyone wants to travel as we do -- most of the people we know go on guided tours, with essentially everything arranged for them, lodging, transportation, meals. We prefer to travel on our own. We were particularly impressed with the information that Italy Perfect provided for us, about the house, the locality, telephones, travel tips, and recommendations. In short, we felt we were at home. When we returned to the house after a day in the city, and turned the key in the door, it was like coming home."
Bruce and Susan
"The accommodation was just as we hoped - we couldn't fault it. Casetta Bonsi is ideally placed - very close to the Ponte Vecchio yet far enough away to enjoy peace and quiet. Not too much of a walk up the steepish road behind Casetta Bonsi are the Bardini Gardens which enjoy a beautiful view over Florence. As we stayed in Florence for almost two weeks we found the "Friends of the Uffizi" pass worked well. It allowed us to visit the Uffizi as many times as we wished. Entrance for "Friends" is through Door 2 and on the occasions we visited we went quickly through. Door 2 also leads to the "Friends" Office where the passes can be purchased. The pass also gives free access to the Pitti Palace, Boboli Gardens, Bardini gardens, the Accademia and a number of other galleries. The Café "O" opposite the Sapori supermarket serves delicious coffee, sandwiches and cannolis. The price is not expensive unless you sit at the tables by the windows looking onto the Arno. Since arriving home we have recommended Casetta Bonsi and Italy Perfect to our friends."
Pam and John Armstrong
"We loved the Michaela, the location was so central, and Miki and Franco were wonderful hosts. The apartment was perfect with lots of room to spread out. Highly recommended."
Michael B.
"This is the second time we have used Italy Perfect and once again, our apartment was wonderful. It was just as described, clean, conveniently located with friendly knowledgable greeters. We felt that the area was safe and we got everywhere in a short walk. Osteria Bella Donna and Pitti Gola e Cantina were both fabulous and in easy walking distance. I have already recommended Italy Perfect to my sisters and several friends!"
Elizabeth
"We stayed at the pasquino apartment over the Easter break. We were thrilled with the location. It was an easy walk to anywhere and everywhere we wanted to go, the Vatican, campo dei fiori, piazza navona, Fontana di trevi, just to name a few. We especially loved the wide and great choice of restaurants in our immediate area. Our favourite was ristorante Pasquino. By far, one of the best ice creams we had was at Frigidarium, also, a very short walk from the apartment. Could it have been any more perfect? We miss being at "our apartment" and given the opportunity, we would definitely stay there again. Thank you so much for your kind review, we love that neighborhood, too. Please come again! The Italy Perfect Team"
travelgirl
"Thank you for everything you kindly did for me (us), I fully enjoyed a short spring life in Firenze in this lovely and functional apartment. In Firenze I had amazing impressions at Uffizi, Piti, SMd Fiore, Michelangelo place, paintings by Rafaello, Leonard, Michelangelo, and other masterpieces. I found Trattoria Marione nearby is an excellent local place to savor Tuscan foods; antipasti salumi, pasta burro, riso asparagus, trippa, and bistek Florentine over glasses of Chianti Classico. I visited there twice for dinner in my 3-day stay :-) I am sure to return back, by the end of this year. See you again!"
H. Hidaka
"I am very happy that a friend recommended VRBO and then Italy Perfect to find accommodations for our trip to Firenze (Florence). We traveled there to see our daughter who is studying at Kent State University's Florence campus. Lisa from Italy Perfect was awesome to work with as we had lots of questions and she answered them all and helped us find the Casetta Bonsi. When we arrived at the Casetta, the owner Maurizio was there to greet us and give the tour and explain everything about our house to us. He was also very informative about the area. The Casetta was in a great location on the less busy south side of the Arno River a couple blocks from the Ponte Vecchio. There were lots of things to do and places to eat on our side of the river and everything we wanted to see was in close walking distance. Our house was very comfortable and much nicer and roomier than a hotel would have been. We highly recommend Italy Perfect and the Casetta Bonsi."
Steve R.
"The apartment is exactly as described. The beds are comfortable and the bathrooms are modern. The kitchen is adequate for warming take-out meals, though not for ambitious cooking. What the description leaves out are the apartment's two great assets: (1) The owners are friendly and extremely helpful in every way. For example, they gave us a ride to the train station. (2) The apartment is very conveniently located for sight-seeing, as well as for everyday needs. These is an excellent coffee shop right across from it, a small grocery store down the street, several widely recommended restaurants within two or three blocks, and the main train station a short walk away. We would definitely come back here."
Josh
"We were very pleased with the apartment. It was the perfect location - near to a lot of sights, shops, and the Arno - but on a side street that was very quiet. The interior courtyard view and the terrace were a big plus. And the frescoes were a treat too. A well-equipped kitchen and lots of towels and blankets were available. Elisabetta took us on a little walk the first day and showed us a good cafe and how to get to the supermarket - very helpful. We enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you so much for your review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. The Italy Perfect Team"
Allan
"Thank you for providing the (truly) Elegante apartment in Rome! Everything was as advertised on the website, everyone we came in contact with was pleasant and helpful. My brother and sister-in-law flew in from London and were amazed at the beauty of the apartment; they demanded to know how we found it! During the week we were there everyone felt that we were living in Rome, not just being tourists. It was a "Perfect Italy" experience! Thank you again, Paul T. San Diego."
Paul T.
"This was a great apartment. We really appreciated its spaciousness, views and location. It was elegantly furnished, and very comfortable. Our greeter, Isabel, was easy to contact: she responded immediately, and also called us at the apartment as a follow up to emails."
Sharon
"Luna is a lovely villa on a small estate in Sant'Agnello with the owners living adjacent. It is well furnished and the new wifi worked quite well, but there was no English channel on the TV except for one late night show. The property is quite lush and the rooftop terrace is sunny. We found the stove top very tricky to light-even with the owners trying it a second time. There is a food store in Sant'Agnello and several nice restaurants too. The location is convenient to Sorrento for shopping and dining. The train to Pompeii(Scavi) was easy and the hydrofoil to Capri was very fast. The trip down the Amalfi coast was spectacular and it is a good idea to hire a driver. We are repeat customers for ItalyPerfect and we highly recommend them. They are responsive and provide great rental choices."
Trudy & Frank
"We were delighted with the apartment, the location on a darling alley w/all sorts of restaurants, a grocery store and the Piazza right around the corner. We walked everywhere from our home base. Nothing is out of reach by foot from this location. Would recommend it to anyone! Plenty of space for children if you were so inclined."
SK
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Luna is a lovely villa on a small estate in Sant'Agnello. It is well furnished and the new wifi worked quite well, but there was no English channel on the TV except for one late night show. The property is quite lush and the rooftop terrace is sunny. We found the stove top very tricky to light. There is a food store in Sant'Agnello and several nice restaurants too. The location is convenient to Sorrento for shopping and dining. The train to Pompeii(Scavi) was easy and the hydrofoil to Capri was very fast. The trip down the Amalfi coast was spectacular and it is a good idea to hire a driver. We are repeat customers for ItalyPerfect and we highly recommend them. They are responsive and provide great rental choices.
"Trudy & Frank
"We stayed for a week and found the apartment to be just the right size for the two of us. We enjoyed the terrace and appreciated the "American" coffee maker. The location probably couldn't have been any better. We were close to the train station, within walking distance of all the major attractions and restaurants, and as a runner, I loved being close to the river and trails. We highly recommend Trattoria Sostanza, but be sure to make reservations."
Maureen
"The apartment was very well located and very comfortable. Our family of four had a lot of space in the apartment. We loved the restaurant Ginger nearby recommended by the owner. We used the guide Christina recommended by Italy Perfect and found her superb. We used her for touring the Vatican and the Ancient Rome. We would 100% recommend Italy Perfect to friends who want to locate an apartment in Rome. Many thanks."
The Mills Family
"A quick comment to acknowledge we had a wonderful stay in our apartment in Florence. Admittedly the noise from the streets was prevalent.....but this was compensated for by the access and proximity to sites. I would highly recommend this apartment. Finally, our greeters were very helpful and cordial."
Tom McC.