Villa Bonora

Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : location, location, location. gorgeous villa and gardens, lovely pool area, comfy beds, excellent service from Marinella.
  : The pool was not heated which was a huge disappointment as we had really cold weather so it was impossible to swim, no cushions on the plastic sun beds, no outdoor settee until we asked for one which was provided within 48 hours (great service) and no plastic glassware for the poolside. The villa is in a very exposed location so there is little respite from the almost constant wind - but if its hot then the wind is very welcome.with a little more attention to the quality of furnishings and sun beds this villa could easily score much higher. when the weather is good this is a fabulous place to be.

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : The villa was perfect - we especially enjoyed the beautiful views!
  : The only slight thing for improvement would be a bit more information from the hosts on arrival (an info sheet or something) of the local area (nearest shops etc).

Disappointing
Traveller Type: Business Traveler
  : The pool was clean and a good size and the views were spectacular. The villa was clean and there was plenty of wardrobe space. The outside table area was fine and it has a pretty garden.
  : The property was not newly built as stated on the advert, in fact very old but newly decorated. kitchen very old and the furnishings very poor quality and mix of poor quality furniture. The beds were rock hard and extremely uncomfortable and also the sunbeds were very hard and 2 were broken. There was also a problem with ants and wasps at the property although we realise that wasps are common in this area, but ants are more of a problem in older properties which is why we chose what we thought was a new build.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : No breakfast was supplied.
  : Initial directions to the villa, but we found it in the end.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Business Traveler
  : Fantastic location and views, a bit difficult to find and didn't expect the roads to be so poor. Bedrooms and bathrooms in the villa were well furnished, outside area and pool beautiful. Marinella and her husband provided excellent customer service and were very attentive in dealing with the few utility issues we had during our stay.
  : The lounge was very poorly furnished for 4 adults and not comfortable to spend time in during the evenings- needs improving. Some shade or fixed umbrellas around the pool would also have been useful. You definitely need a car to stay in this villa and one which is capable of coping with the poor roads.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : Beautiful property with lovely pool and superb views of the countryside and sea.
  : It was difficult to find, with the sat nav at first directing us up an unmade road

Very Good
Traveller Type:
  : The location and views from the villa and pool was spectacular. The photographs online does not do the actual view justice. Breathtaking! The pool is a lovely size and a life saver in summer due to the extreme heat. The air conditioning inside really kept the villa cool at all times. Our room was a decent size with an en suite bathroom. Our friends stayed in the other room, which was smaller with 2 single beds and had a smaller bathroom. The balcony outside is great for meals. The house was clean and neat on arrival. If you're looking for peace and quiet, this is the spot. The village of Skala is about 10 minutes away by car. Small, quaint with a lovely beach and a great selection of restaurants.
  : The biggest issue we had (and we're not the first customers to point this out to the villa) was finding the villa. After traveling for 19 hours, the last thing you need is bad, almost non existing directions. The link sent to us in Google maps was useless. We kept missing the turn off. There is a sign in the village and small sign on a serious hairpin bend. We eventually asked a local and they helped us out with easy to follow directions. Once you've taken the turn off, you find yourself on a narrow dirt road, with no signage to tell you where to turn or go (keep going right by the way) After a good hour we eventually stumbled upon the villa. The villa seriously need to sort this out. The kitchen utensils are old, limited and the knives seriously blunt. An update is desperately needed. When using the washing machine, which sort of works, the main bathroom drain bubbles over, leaving a rancid smell. Lastly, the wasps. As soon as you bring out food they arrive. They are not dangerous, just annoying, and won't attack you unless provoked. For the record, you'll find them all over the island.