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Beautifully restored farmhouse, big pool & terrace, amazing views
Arezzo, Tuscany

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Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Peter U., Newcastle upon Tyne

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Relaxing family stay at Covivoli
Enchanting restored old Tuscan farmhouse with picture perfect terrace, lovely secluded pool all with fantastic views.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

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A short idyllic break
We’ve returned to this property many many times over the years, which should tell you every you need to know about how much we enjoy it here. It’s in a great location with lots of towns nearby to visit or should you just want to sit on the terrace and look at the view, you won’t tire of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

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Beautiful rural Tuscan experience
We had a wonderful stay at Covivole - a fantastic farmhouse that has been lovingly restored and was the prefect space for a group of 10 (2 families) with modern facilities - the kitchen was very well stocked. The house was spotlessly clean, it has a rustic charm and all rooms have wonderful views. The Beds are very comfortable including the sofabed so we could sleep 10. But of course it’s the outside space that makes this holiday home and we were not disappointed - even better than the photos, with a huge vine covered terrace over a large dining table and far reaching views into the fields and hills beyond. Sunrise and sunset were both stunning times of the day. The pool is superb - very very large and more than enough space for swimming and mucking about for 2 families with older teenagers. There are plenty of sun beds and one large parasol. Lovely gardens and we stocked up on insect spray which is always needed in the countryside! Chris the housekeeper was on hand and helped us out immediately with a few issues , as well as giving us great recommendations of things to do and places to visit. A car was a must for exploring Tuscany and into Umbria or Emilia-Romagna - with some beautiful hilltop towns within easy reach and hiking /forests to explore. We also took a trip to the Adriatic coast - 90 minutes to drive there - but it was totally worth the effort. Thankyou Gareth, Kate and Chris - we will definitely recommend your wonderful farmhouse !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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Amazing
We had a wonderful time - thank you so much. Everything was just perfect. The view was stunning and we loved spending time in the pool and relaxing in the peaceful surroundings. Perfect for a big family trip!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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Special place
We all had a lovely week at Covivoli. The weather was hot, but the vine-covered terrace gave us plenty of shade, and the pool was delightful! Both the children ( aged 2 and 6) loved it! There are also plenty of good quality fans to keep the house cool. The views from the house are stunning and the location is so peaceful. Yet the supermarket in Pieve Santo Stefano is only 10 minutes away and is well stocked. There are several short flights of stairs which could be a bit of a challenge for a small toddler, but our little lad managed fine. Everything is very well organised by Gareth and Kate who supplied an abundance of information about the house and locality which we found very helpful. Also, thank you for the wine, it was delicious! We’d particularly like to thank Chris, the property manager who was always on hand if we had any queries, responded very promptly and was extremely kind and helpful. We would definitely like to pay a return visit to Covivoli!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

B P M., Tallahassee, Florida, Usa

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Glorious Convivioli!
Our second stay in a month-long family trip in Italy. Gorgeous scenery, a bit hard to locate but well worth any effort. Well maintained and stocked, very clean. The manager Chris was always available for house issues or other questions. Always friendly and informative. A wonderful week. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Stefanie T.

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Beautiful Hide-away in the Tuscan Hills
We spent a very nice and relaxing week at Covivoli. Although the house is a bit older than it looks on the pictures, it is very well equipped and the kitchen is quite modern. The pergola is a dream. There is lots of natural shadow (it was very hot end of June) and there is enough space under the Pergola for the Children to play. Also it has a great view on the surrounding hills and fields. Very quite nighborhood in the middle of nature. The pool is very nice and big and we spent most of the time there. One of the two umbrellas was broken when we arrived and also the pool cover broke probably long ago and should be replaced. Apart from that, the stay was just amazing and everything was perfect. Caprese Michelangelo is very close and we had a very good Pizza and delicious ice cream at the local "Sportsbar". We would definitely recommend this place to everyone who likes a week of dolce far niente.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Hi Stefanie. We’re so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Covivoli is an old Tuscan farmhouse, renovated to a very high standard - with not just a modern kitchen but also modern bathrooms, new but traditional terracotta floors, and much more. Thanks for mentioning the parasol - this has been fixed. And we have installed a brand new pool cover. (The old one had been removed before this year’s first guests arrived - what you saw, I think, was just the roller frame.) Thanks again. We hope to welcome you back sometime soon. Regards, Gareth & Kate

10/10 Excellent

Marina B.

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Tuscan bliss
Covivoli is the most magical place, we had a wonderful two weeks there. The house is great, but the outside area and the view is what makes this house particularly special. The covered area at the back of the house is magical, vines growing up and a perfect table where we ate all our meals, with views for absolutely miles. The pool is fantastic, and a lovely big area around the pool, which is perfect for playing with kids. The house is really well equipped, so there was nothing else we could have possibly needed. Gareth was really quick to respond all my messages, and went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed, and the house manager Chris was amazing. So kind and helpful, he popped round to do the pool twice a week, and was on hand to answer all questions and make sure we had the best possible holiday. A big, big, thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Georgina B.

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Beautiful house with excellent views
We have just had a wonderful week in this lovely house. It is very comfortable and there are beautiful views over the Tuscan countryside from the terrace. The pool is a good size and warm.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sean T.

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Great time in Tuscany
Nothing better than waking up our first day at this great property and walking out to the terrace to beautiful views and the smell of lavender and rosemary. Secluded spot in the hills but plenty to see locally. Property was well managed and we received so much useful info about the place and surrounding area. Kitchen was well stocked as well as the rest of the house. Our 5 course Tuscan dinner was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

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Great view
The property is lovely and well equipped. The outside space is excellent. It would be a bit small for more than 8 if the weather was bad. But we would certainly go back. The location is great and there were good ideas for what to do locally. Chris was really helpful and responsive Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle N.

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Picture perfect
We had a wonderful week away. Views were amazing it was hard to leave the villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Joe C.

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Peace and quiet amid the Tuscan hills
A beautiful villa in a secluded and peaceful valley. The scenery is amazing: rolling farmland in the foreground and impressive hills in the background, with olive trees and cherry trees abundant at the villa. The pool is idyllic and our family enjoyed meals al fresco under the excellent pergola. There are plenty of bedrooms and the villa is decorated to a high modern standard. It is spread over several floors, however, with lots of steps throughout - so is not perfect for families with small children/toddlers. The owner and local property manager were both excellent - before and during the stay - very helpful and responsive. There are interesting local towns not too far away, eg Anghiarri and Sansepolcro (around 40 minutes) but not a great deal of amenities closer to home, so suggest stocking up further afield. Overall, a great stay in a fantastic hidden away location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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Covivoli
We had a wonderful stay at Covivoli! The house itself is comfortable and very well stocked, particularly the kitchen - it seems to have almost everything! The surrounding countryside is beautiful and the views from the house are spectacular. Unfortunately for us the weather was not great, but we still managed to pack a lot in to our holiday! We had the fantastic opportunity to have a chef come and teach us how to make Cantucci and Ravioli, definitely a highlight of the trip! All in all we had a wonderful holiday!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

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Toscana retreat
Covivoli is beautifully situated in a quiet part of Tuscany 45 mins from Arezzo. It’s quite a drive to Arezzo, and Siena takes nearly two hours each way. The pool at the property is large and very well maintained with wonderful views across the countryside. There are plenty of other indoor and outdoor games to muck about with. The problem for us was that the weather was poor every day but one of our week-long stay - windy, rainy and cold. So we spent a lot of time in the house - 7 adults & 3 kids - and it was quite a squash. One room that had been a sitting room had a sofa bed to accommodate us which left one small dark sitting room and the kitchen to sit in which was not very comfortable. In good weather this wouldn’t be a problem but it made us feel constrained.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simon F., Gower, South Wales, UK

Beautifully Restored, Peaceful and Delightful Villa
Covivoli is a great place to stay, the villa is superbly renovated yet keeps a lot of original character, without sacrificing the luxury that ( if not needed ) is all you want on Holiday. The bedrooms are well laid out with great linen on the beds, the bathrooms clean, cool and well maintained. The Kitchen is very well equipped with all you may need from opening a bottle of Wine, to cooking a large family meal if you wished. The outside is even better than the pictures show. The pool is large, deep, clean and perfectly situated. All day sun, great views from the pool – it was hard to drag my daughter away from it. The terrace with its large table is perfect for meals from breakfast through to the evening, sitting with a glass of wine ( or more )( watching fire-flies dancing around in the dark. Covivoli is situated in deep countryside, very quiet, yet within 10 mins ( by car ) are small village restaurants and bars. Anghiari is a great village ( about 15 mins away ) with a very good restaurant in “Da Alighiero” a must visit. In all everything we could have wished for. There we just 4 of us, but it would suit 4 couples very well, possibly with a few children thrown in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hina P.

A wonderful getaway
This was our second time at Covivoli and were a little anxious that it had not changed from the picture we still had in our mind of our first time there, especially since we were taking some family with us this time. We need not have worried. It was still wonderful and the family loved it. The setting of this place is just so amazing. The views are still magnificent and the house is comfortable and very easy to live in. The patio was everyone's favourite and we had some great evenings there, eating, drinking and having fun together. The pool is a great area for the children and the adults to relax around too. Thank you for keeping this place as is. We love it and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful farmhouse in stunning location
Our third stay at Covivoli and it was every bit as good as we remembered it. The house is lovely - spacious, spotlessly clean and very well equipped. The pool and surrounding area were great for relaxing and the covered eating terrace gave a welcome respite from the endless sunshine. The surrounding countryside is beautiful and totally unspoilt by tourism and there are numerous local places to eat, offering delicious Tuscan cuisine, at reasonable prices. If you are looking for a totally relaxing, get away from it all holiday, it would be hard to find a nicer place to stay than Covivoli. It is set in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, in a remote hamlet and a car is therefore essential for getting around. If you can tear yourself away from the pool, there are numerous towns and villages to visit in the vicinity, either for eating out or wandering around, taking in the local history and the area is served by good supermarkets. We would thoroughly recommend a stay at Covivoli and definitely want to return for another visit in the not too distant future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

alison t.

A beautiful, tranquil haven
The location is perfect, so peaceful yet close to lovely villages. The house is stunning and has everything you could need and is very much a home from home. Really can't fault it.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S., CT

Rapture in Tuscany
We had a great stay in this wonderful villa. The scenery was breathtaking with mountains, olive trees, fig and cherry trees surrounding the property. I brought a book to read but it was difficult to concentrate with the breathtaking views. It was a convenient to drive to the town of Pieve St. Stefano for grocery shopping and other local stores and restaurants. Everyone in town was very friendly and helpful as our Italian was very limited. We had everything we needed in this beautiful home. Plenty of supplies, towels utensils, etc. The bedrooms were very spacious and beds were very comfortable. We had a beautiful and spacious veranda to eat breakfast on every morning and to enjoy in the evening. Not sure if you planned it this way, but the very first evening an absolutely huge moon appeared over the mountains. What a great start to our first evening! Gareth and Kate have a book of detailed information of restaurants and towns to visit and how long it takes to get to each one. I also loved the information on your home, with the details and pictures of the renovations you did on the house. We were even able to use the swimming pool a couple of days, which is unusual this early in the season (May). Cinzia, the housekeeper, was wonderful and helped us with anything we needed. On the day before we left she made us the best raviolis stuffed with ricotta and spinach with a bolognese sauce! We loved it! There is not one thing I could add to this wonderful vacation. Gareth and Kate, thank you for making this beautiful memory possible for us. We are hoping to come back soon and stay longer.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Nathan M.

A quiet, relaxing spot with amazing views!
There were 9 of us staying at Covivoli and the house provided plenty of room and space. The kids spent hours in the pool and exploring, while us Adults relaxed by the pool or had a lazy lunch outside. If you are into cycling there were some great cycle routes and climbs nearby and we hired some bikes not to far away - only cost 100 Euros for the week which I thought was very good. Most days we would venture out to a nearby town and check out the markets so there was lots to do. We loved the chapel where St Francis received the Stigmata (Chiusi della Verna) and also enjoyed Sansepolcro. In short it was a great week at a special spot in Tuscany.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

An amazing villa, beautifully restored, spacious, comfortable, clean and well stocked
An amazing villa, beautifully restored, spacious, comfortable, very clean and well stocked with a great pool overlooking a wonderful valley . Its actually more gorgeous than the photos suggest! The villa is out of the way and Covivoli was not on our sat nav so we would recommend following Gareth's written instructions very carefully, buying a detailed map and getting there in day light. That said its well located with some wonderful historic towns 30 minutes drive from the villa Fernanda was lovely. All in all we could not recommend this beautiful villa more highly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Perfect place for a relaxing holiday in a stunning location
Our family, which includes three boys aged between 10 & 18, thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Covivoli. We collected our car in Rome and found it to be a simple 3 hour drive to the house following the excellent instructions provided. The house is in a beautiful location, and is very well equipped. We enjoyed cooking at the house and eating dinner under the pergola each evening. The table tennis table was a massive hit, as was the pool, where our 10 year old learnt to overcome his fear of the deep end (which is deep - our 6ft4 son couldn't touch the bottom!) and also learnt to dive!! Watching the swallows coming in for a drink was amazing! This really is a little bit or paradise in the middle of Italy. Quiet, completely private and surrounded by stunning scenery. We enjoyed an amazing day trip to Florence and visited the beautiful village of Anghiari regularly, the boys very much enjoying the locally produced ice cream and pizzas. The only down side to be aware of was that we were expecting air conditioning as this was listed, however this was not the case. Some of the rooms did have floor standing fans, Fernanda looked after us well and baked us the most amazing apple cake. All in all this truly is a fabulous holiday destination and we hope one day to return. David, Rachel and boys
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Wonderful family holiday
This was our second visit to this lovely property and we once again had a fantastic holiday. A perfect setting where time just seems to stand still. Our party included our two youngest grandchildren aged 3 and a half and 1 and a half who spent many happy hours in the swimming pool during the day and we enjoyed grown up time on the terrace in the evenings, enjoying a glass of wine, the amazing view and watching the fire flies. Would love to visit again one day - and would thoroughly recommend. Many thanks to Gareth and Kate and also to Fernanda who made us feel so welcome. Would love Fernanda's recipe for apple cake - just delicious and enjoyed by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

A Beautiful Property in a Beautiful Location
Our party of 11, 6 adults and 5 children have just returned from a week long stay at Covivoli. The property certainly lived up to the photographs and description. It is the perfect retreat for a relaxing holiday and the owner's have done everything possible to achieve the balance between it being a rental property and their own home. It was great being able to use the toys, books and games available. We did not meet Mario but Fernanda was very friendly and helpful and her apple cake was gratefully received. The only downside to our holiday was the disappointing weather but hey ho maybe we'll just have to go back again. Many thanks Gareth and Kate.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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Toskanaurlaub mit Freunden
Wir waren als Freundesgruppe zu 8. im Ferienhaus und hatten eine tolle Zeit. Bereits im Voraus war die Kommunikation mit dem Ansprechpartner Chris unkompliziert und so buchten wir bereits zuhause eine Weinprobe im Haus. Die Ausstattung des Hauses war super, und hat es an nichts gefehlt. Besonders toll war der Außensitz mit einer langen Tafel. Was bei 4 Pärchen schade war, war dass das kleinste Zimmer kein Doppelbett hatte. Die Lage des Hauses war wunderschön, gleichzeitig etwas weit abgelegen von Einkaufsmöglichkeiten oder Städten zur Besichtigung. Dennoch hatten wir einen unvergesslichen Urlaub und würden zu jeder Zeit wieder kommen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lærke J.

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Amazing
We had a fantastic vacation in an amazing house. Beautiful surroundings. A perfect holiday spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felix K.

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Awesome stay in beautiful house
Thanks a lot! The contact with Gareth and Chris was super easy! These guys are really cool! The house is super cosy and it was an awesome stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin P.

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Very nice
We had a great and relaxing time in this wonderful house! We would like to come again if possible :-) Thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean Paul W.

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Fantastisch
Erg genoten in deze mooie compacte villa. Vooral het leven buiten (terras en zwembad) was heerlijk. Gastheer Chris stond altijd paraat en ook van kok Laura hebben wij ontzettend genoten.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arno v.

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Heerlijk verblijf
Heerlijk verblijf in deze mooie villa. Van bijna alle gemakken voorzien, fijne begeleiding vanuit Chris en een heerlijk 5-gangen diner onder de veranda!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hendrik R.

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A place to be
We had a wonderful time in an amazing house! The equipment and the conditions are great! Also the point of contact is absolutely helpful and very kind. Day trips around the house are the best to do and then chilling in this great pool. Calming down for a week in this perfect place I can recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Hello Hendrik. Thank you for your kind words. Kate and I are so pleased you all had a great time. It's always heart-warming to know other people love Covivoli as much as we do. We will pass on your comments to Chris, our house manager. Thanks again, and we hope to welcome you back soon. Regards, Gareth & Kate

8/10 Good

Harm Jan B.

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Nice place to relax
Nice and complete house on the countryside.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

laurent m.

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Une maison très agréable dans un paysage de rêve!
L'emplacement de la maison est magnifique pour passer un agréable moment en famille et entre amis. Nous avons tous bien profités du charme de l'endroit et de la piscine. A refaire!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Milan V.

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Excellent
Great and private property in the Tuscan hills with everything you need for a relaxed holiday. We stayed with a group of 8 friends, which is a perfect size for the house. House manager Chris made sure that everything was fully arranged (check-in/out, private dinner, pool).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie B.

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Eine entspannte Woche mit atemberaubender Aussicht
Wir haben unsere Woche im charmanten Bauernhaus in Caprese Michelangelo (trotz zwei Tage Regen) sehr genossen. Das Haus ist sehr gut ausgestattet, der Pool ist riesig und die Lage ist bombastisch. Wer Lust auf eine ruhige und Woche in der Natur ganz für sich hat, ist hier genau richtig. Vielen Dank an Gareth und Chris, die immer schnell auf alle Fragen und Anliegen reagiert haben. Bis hoffentlich bald.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christoph F.

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Great stay in a beautiful surrounding
Beautiful house, very clean, well equiped, spectacular view, great pool & terrace, and a fantastic housekeeper (Chris)! The only complaint is the lack of airco (it was +35 degrees during our stay) and mosquito windows to keep the bugs out at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Hi Christoph - thank you for all your comments. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We always try to present the house especially clean and tidy, and have worked extra hard on this given current circumstances. Regarding aircon or fly screens, to be honest we have tried to avoid this as it's not usually a problem, but it's definitely something we will look at again.

8/10 Good

Daniel B.

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great house in a peaceful location
We had a great relaxing time. Communication was always quick and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arwid Z.

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Sehr erholsam, keine Touristen, Natur pur
Die Besitzer sollten ein paar kleine Dinge instand setzen. Wir reparierten einen Sonnenschirm, einen Gartenstuhl, den Griff der Waschmaschine zum öffnen, zwei Nachttischlampen leuchten nicht, großer Sparkfleck im oberen Bad auf den Fliesen. Zudem hatten wir ein Rohrbruch in der Nacht und schaufelten das ca 7 cm hoch stehende Wasser in der gesamten unteren Etage weg. Wir trockneten alle Möbel u Teppiche - ohne Entschädigung!!! Aber na gut, insgesamt ein sehr schöner Fleck auf dem Erholungswert hoch war!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019