Residenza Petrera

Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : We liked the terrace with a table and a bit of a view of the distant sea. We liked the medium sized refrigerator that allowed us to freeze bottles of water to use for the beach. We liked the ability to use a utility sink on the balcony and that the air conditioning worked well. We also liked having a bit more room than a standard hotel room to spread out. Even with some mentions of things that we did not like, as written further in this review, we would stay again. I think with this facilty you have to know what to expect and you will be happy. We would happily stay again... as all but one of the negatives are outweighed by the positives. Mostly a quiet stay....which is great...but you will hear chairs overhead being scooted, children running and screaming at times. This is to be expected and would ultimately say this is a positve because some hotels have really thin walls. These were at least medium.
  : The bed was one of the most uncomfortable beds we've ever found. To say "firm" is to be kind. We found two winter blankets stored in the apartment and used them to create a topper of sorts....once again making the bed with the bottom sheet over the blankets. This helped only a tiny bit. Not looking for perfection but the mattress was simply too hard for the average tourist and the one thing that might make us choose differently next time. Or bring a topper. There is a washing machine on the balcony. (and also a place to hang clothes with clothes pins provided - a positive). As many have stated they do charge to use the washer. You can pay 30 euro for the week or 5 euro per day. For us, only one load of laundry cleaned was enough. To do this we had to request that the manager come to unlock the washer. (There is a key lock on the power switch to the outlet) So, you have to wait a few minutes and invite the manager in to the apartment....then...when you are finished you are to notify her and she will come again to lock the unit. I could not relax knowing I had to report our status at the end. The manager is very kind but it's awkward. Be aware that you will need to provide your own dish soap, shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels and dish sponge. They gave us about 2 tablespoons of dish liquid (for an 8 night stay) and a sponge that we thought had been used as it was curved and not in celophane. They also provided 2 rolls of toilet paper. One a different size and quality from the other. This is all to get you "started". But I can't help but think if you timed it right you would get a new bottle of dish soap and new sponge that would last the enitire stay. Why am I talking about all of this? Well, its different here in Italy. Some other condos want you to bring your own towels and sheets too. We were given one "set" of towels per person. It's 6 euro for a replacement set...

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : The views from the balcony were superb. Apartment was well equipped and pleasant decoration.
  : The balcony furniture was very light and was easily blown around in the wind. We had to move it every day and evening or it would blow across the balcony. Heavier or fixed furniture is needed. we couldnt use the balcony without moving furniture around every time.

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : We had an amazing time with our family of 4. The perfect hideout to explore all the wonderful beaches in the (wide) area. Laura was the perfect host, offering all information needed so we could make this a holiday to never forget.
  : We had some issues with cold showers, but to be fair, we didnt notify Laura so it could be resolved. As it was so hot during our stay, it was also rather refreshing at times.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple