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Jasmine Suite
Everything was perfect

Rural eco-studio, near town & beach
Very nice and cozy place. Felt very comfortable with Chris and Johanna Hosting us.

Ocean views, on an organic farm, VV EL DRAGO
We stayed 10 days at Cynthia and Carlos's place. The two and their children are just wonderful people. Carlos was very helpful and helped us a lot, among other things, when we were robbed on the first day in Puerto de la Cruz. The house is situated in the mountains with fantastic views. Getting there is a bit adventurous the first time, but spectacular. The wooden house is as described and our children were very happy every morning to visit the chickens on the terrace as well as the fresh eggs. We can only recommend the house.

Johannesburg Mountainside Garden Cottage
Guy & Tanya’s cottage was the perfect landing place for my first visit to South Africa as a Black & trans American writer. The quiet, sunlit mornings with birdsong helped me focus on reading & writing. The steep hill & stairs around the cottage got me back into lifestyle physical activity, which I appreciated. Everyone I interacted with, from the vigilant staff at the entrance gate to the warm neighbor & proficient housekeeper, added to the sense of comfort & safety. When I had an issue with the space heater, the hosts were responsive, & the heating blankets on the bed were clutch. One night I was startled by several barking dogs while walking back to the cottage & Guy quickly intervened, but most days I just saw their chill dog, Django. The hosts were generous throughout my stay, letting me use laundry detergent & even offering a ride to a local café after checkout. The location is also near lots of art & culture events. It was sucha grounding place, would absolutely book again!

Kalliste an exclusive retreat (Solar Power)
Will definitely visit again! This cottage is the perfect coastal escape, surrounded by breathing taking flora and landscapes. The ocean view is spectacular! We felt right at home here and out hosts were just wonderful.

Cozy Beach Cottage with private garden
cute and cozy, i had a wonderful stay - wish i could’ve stay longer! very peaceful and close to the beach/tidal pool. the space is very comfortable and homey, you won’t want to leave.

Jacob's Sunrise cottage, near balos and elafonisi
Everything went smoothly, timely and direct communications. The sheet with descriptions of what can be found nearby proves useful

Casita Sweet Tabaiba
Pepa's house is an oasis of peace and tranquility, with a wonderful panoramic view of the sea and Fuerteventura, as well as the volcanoes that surround it. It is reached via a short, easily passable dirt road. Convenient car parking adjacent to the entrance. The house is tastefully furnished and has everything you need. Unfortunately, we couldn't meet Pepa and Roland in person because they were on vacation, but we met their cats, who were the only living beings we met during our stay in the "casita". Pepa was always ready to answer any of our requests by phone. The house is located 10/15 minutes by car from the surrounding towns equipped with all services. Moreover, the central location allows you to quickly reach all the places of interest on the island. Highly recommended for those seeking tranquility, privacy and peace!
Guesthouses with a patio

Forest View Studio | Nature Lovers Dream
Andy's place is truly a little gem. Thank you for an amazing experience in Knysna.

Spectacular ocean views @ 38 on Penguin Studio
A beautiful space and wonderful hosts. Lucienne was kind, responsive, and so accommodating. A very comfortable place to be, close to everything you could need and more.

The Annex at Letymvou Terrace
Had a great stay thanks to Otto, Rita and Pascal! Location is wonderfully quiet but about 30 minutes by car and you are on the beach or in Paphos. Very good tavern located a few minutes by car where we often ate. Cyprus surprised us and we will definitely come back.

Garden & City Views cottage
Great experience.warm and homely ... it would be perfect to have more tea, coffee and milk . overall perfect .. wouldn't mind coming back

Little House
Great stay in the charming city of Guime, we had a great vacation, the accommodation was impeccable, communication was easy and responsive, everything went very well! Thanks and see you next time ☀️ Léa and Antoine

Karen guest cottage with views of Ngong Hills
Lucy’s place was the perfect spot for a relaxing weekend escape! Lucy was proactive and very polite in providing all the information needed to visit her place. The property was lovely, the view of Ngong Hills was spectacular and the staff on the ground were very friendly and welcoming.

Entire apartment unit with cozy rocky interior
Thank you again for a wonderful stay. Recommended for couples, it was nice and cozy.

The pond house
We had a wonderful time at Natascha's stylishly furnished place in Agua de Bueyes! The apartment is designed with a lot of love for detail and really offers everything you need – from cozy sleeping arrangements to a fantastically beautiful outdoor area with pool, surrounded by peace, sun and a light breeze, which also ensures pleasant temperatures during the day. The location is a real insider tip: in the middle of the island, the apartment is perfect as a starting point to explore Fuerteventura. A big thank you goes to our dear landlady Natascha! She was always available, very warm and had many helpful tips ready to make our stay even more beautiful. For those who want to relax a little away from the hustle and bustle and still want to explore the island flexibly, this Airbnb is a very clear recommendation!
Guest house rentals with a washing machine and dryer

Casa do Piquinho
We were in Madeira for the first time and lived in Ana's beautiful apartment for 9 days. Ana is a very friendly, helpful and warm hostess, she lives in the same house above the apartment. Her niece Beatriz - with whom communication was by phone - was always available and very helpful if something should be. The apartment is wonderfully located with panoramic views, which is wonderful. Everything was available, super equipped, everything very clean, the outdoor area very nice. We felt very comfortable and thank Ana and Beatriz again for their hospitality.

Modern light charming cottage in Camps Bay
What can I say but very positive words? The location was ideal but the best of this place in Cape Town is by far Pelle and Pernilla themselves. They are very attentive, welcoming and excellent knowledge of things to do. They gave us a very warm welcome and excellent recommendations that made our experience of Cape Town even much better! Will definitely look forward to returning!

The great happiness
We had a lovely time at Uwe and Birgit's place. The hosts were friendly. The house was very nice, stylishly decorated and fitted with everything you need. The area is lovely. We particularly loved the private garden, it was great to spend time outside and having breakfast on the terrace. Our only regret is that we haven't booked a longer stay and would love to come back sometime.

At the foot of the Gilboa in a lovely attic
This is the second time we have stayed in Amar's apartment. And that means a lot. Great location! The apartment is as stunning as in the pictures, clean, tidy. Think about every detail. Last time we were a couple +2, this time we came back a couple +3. It was cozy and spacious. And we didn't miss anything. Great fun and sure we'll be back :)

The fruit garden guesthouse :)
we had a lovely peaceful time, it felt like we had everything we needed and everything we didn't know we need. will come again!

El Hanna Valley View Apartment
Ali was the most amazing host I have ever had in all my years of using Airbnb. He was incredibly responsive, accommodating, and made my entire group of 6 feel right at home. From helping us get to his Airbnb from the airport with short notice to traveling around the beautiful city of Luxor with ease during our stay! Being in a country so far away from home is pretty nerve wracking but words can’t describe how safe we felt with Ali! Thank you to our new friend Ali! You were amazing and I hope we see each other soon :) Thank you to his wonderful friends Husan and Muhammad as well! Your taxi service saved us !! Such amazing people!

Kivulini Cottage
This beachside cottage in a secluded forest garden is an absolute gem - we can't wait to come back. Pauline is a consummate host and an absolute delight to chat to and her dog Shadow is a sweetheart. The place is walking distance to restaurants, supermarkets. bars, banks and pharmacy's with it's own access to the seaside just a few meters away. The surroundings are magical and it has its own pool. Do not hesitate to book!

Tropical Lane Cottage
Amazing space and a quiet and peaceful environment
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