Nice apartment, disappointing location
Review Submitted: August 18, 2009
Date of Stay: July 2009
Pleasant, well-equipped, spacious apartment in less than convenient area.You definitely need a car as there is nothing nearby; it's a 25 minute walk to the nearest beach and station where you will need to go because Roquebrune itself is unimpressive and Menton is a 45 minute walk away. The walk is largely downhill (obviously uphill on the way back!) and, as there is barely a pavement plus frequent deposits of dog poo along the way as well as speeding cars, it isn't the most enjoyable or relaxing of walks to,say the least. You'll be disappointed if you were hoping for a gentle stroll to the local boulangerie for your morning croissants.
The pool is nice, if a bit small, but you can't sit or sunbathe beside it as there are no chairs or sunbeds allowed, maybe because there's insufficient space which is a shame.
Also worth a mention is the fact that the balance of the rental which is payable on arrival is required in cash or eurocheque (didn't know you could still get them, haven't had to use one for at least 10years!) To avoid wasting valuable holiday time on expensive calls home we would definitely recommend arranging a bank transfer before departure.
We wouldn't recommend this property to friends or relatives because of where it is situated although it is reasonably priced and with hindsight it is clear that the price has been set to reflect the property's less than ideal location...you get what you pay for!
Owner's Response: We are disappointed at the review of this guests stay in this beautiful area, considering the understanding that was afforded to the clients by ourselves as owners, and the huge amount of assistance, understanding and time given by the local Agent who looks after it, both before their arrival and during their stay, which is a service that is not usually provided with owner direct rental properties. Most agents and owners would not give access to their property without final payment being made.
The location of this apartment is clearly indicated in the description, as are the complex facilities and recommendations for a car. Final payment is requested by either a cheque or cash in the Euro currency on arrival or by bank transfer prior to arrival, with full details supplied well in advance (as it is an owner direct website it would be most unusual to have a credit card facility). Distance to beach is as listed in the website 1.5km, as is the station and these details and recommendations, among others had been reiterated by our local agent in their numerous email correspondence prior to this clients arrival.
It is a delightful location with the proximity to both Monaco and Italy and guests are happy that the location is as they expect. We are fortunate to have an excellent local agent to ensure a pleasant stay for all our guests, so perhaps on this occasion there was a degree of misunderstanding by the client.
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