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We enjoyed the beautiful mountain views as we ate our breakfast each morning. After that we headed straight to the beach, which was only a 10-minute walk away. For lunch, we either went back to the apartment or ate at one of the local tapas bars. For dinner, we often bought food to cook at home.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/27022 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26840 The owner is a lovely granny who rent for a month or more. That's really hard to find in the French Riviera.
We could go to the beach on foot and wash after at the flat, it even has a bath for the children. We had breakfast seeing the sea and we had dinner on the big balcony (weather is blamy at night in this area).
I really recommend it. It was a great holiday.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26840 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26817 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26817 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26790 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26790 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26666 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26666 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26408 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26408 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26303 I'm already planning my return to Vienna, for more of the excellent antiques markets!
From €90 a night.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26303 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/25496 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/25496 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24804 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24804 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24404 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24404 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24297
The apartment is as beautiful as the pictures show on the website, the location is perfect... you truly feel like you are living in Rome, and the apartment is incredibly well stocked making your stay very enjoyable.

Rome Sweet Home staff was very professional and our greeter was very friendly and helpful.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24297 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24227 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24227 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24201 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24201 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24154
The apartment was beautiful, very artistic and luxurious, and the jacuzzi tub was a definite plus. As mentioned, the agency was fabulous and took care of everything for us, the keyholder was a very nice lady who helped us get our bearings, and the private transfer they booked for our friends went smoothly as well. The location, especially for the price, couldn't have possibly been better, and it made returning to Rome the adventure we'd hoped it to be. We definitely plan to use Leisure in Rome on our next trip to Rome, and we hope they still have the same great deals on Bernini!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24154 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24151
Le Macchie is a beautiful Tuscan villa split into separate apartments. It's right in the middle of the national park and so absolutely tranquil and peaceful, the minute we arrived we knew we'd made the right decision. Stunning emerald views as far as the eye can see, and we even had a swimming pool to enjoy when the midday heat was on.

The location while peaceful, is still not so far from towns that you can't enjoy a day trip, and the company we used to book our various holiday rentals was excellent and professional. They were also very kind in arranging private olive oil and wine tastings and I must say I'm hard pressed to think of a more fantastic week in my life. The price was very good too.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24151 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24075
Still, apartments are often just as central, lovely, and as well managed and stocked as hotels with the added benefit of complete privacy which I find extremely attractive.

Besides that, I find (now that I frequent rentals more), apartment keyholders are usually bi- or trilingual and very helpful at explaining all in the area/apartment, which is definitely a higher degree of service than one gets checking into the average B&B/hotel.

Anyway, Bellotto was the right place at the right time, enhanced by the fact the agency responded quickly (normally these things take like 2-3 days if you're not using a major agency like Venere, but I like the personal attention to be honest), and in English, since my Italian is functional but very sad when written.

For two people this studio was absolutely perfect. It's a 10 minute walk from St. Peter's and a 10 minute bus ride from Piazza Navona, and buses come every 10 minutes or so. Walking is only half an hour anyway. The kitchenette is perfect for simple things because I don't really need an oven on holiday and everything important is there, and we were on the top floor, with an elevator, which I know is quite difficult to find on a budget in the absolute historic centre. I actually liked this neighbourhood better since it's more the way real locals live, the prices they pay, bus service is frequent, and the peace and quiet simply can't be beat. Nor can the lovely little balcony, which is totally secluded and private, so it's a wonderfully peaceful place. I also like the bright colours in the studio, uniqueness is always welcome!

The agency who booked us was fabulous and helpful, and I was glad to see they work with such wonderfully responsible owners who are soooooo very helpful. They live across the hall and the top floor is private, just their apartment and ours, and the floor itself is only accessed by a key, so it's very very secure and no worries about thieving maids or people in general. Perfect, lovely, and convenient, this apartment is amazing for any single person or couple that wants some unforgettable time in the Eternal City.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24075 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23924
This one in particular was absolutely gorgeous and had a really cool mod vibe, that was a nice switch from all the history outside. With 2 bdr, 2 bth, a kitchenette, net access, and a nice little courtyard out front, it was perfect for us, and only a minute from Campo de'Fiori!

The best part aside from the decor and freedom was the fact we could go out and party all night, but not have to deal with the noise of the general piazza. Plus the booking people and keyholder spoke perfect English and that definitely helped.

Everywhere in Rome is walkable from this location, and there are a lot of buses too, plus the tram to the Trastevere station. I really hope to stay there again.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23924 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23743
Close to the Coloseum, in my favourite zone in Rome - Rione Monti. The local piazza is always alive with local kids playing football, enamoured tourists, kissing couples and old oracles! A real gem. You're welcomes, taken in, and made to feel like a local when you're here.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23743 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23726
We stayed in a very reasonably priced apartment – plainly furnished but with great views of the twinkling lights of the Pelion villages across the Pagasitic Gulf at night and just short walk to the sandy beach in the morning. Just don’t tell too many people or it could get spoilt!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23726 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23582 prime-accommodation-chamonix.com.

The views were absolutely glorious and we were almost right in Chamonix city centre. It was also a pretty good deal, considering the busy summer season.

If you are travelling to Chamonix and are after a good value one bedroom apartment, we would strongly recommend them.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23582