Italian Life

Specialist Reports Holiday by Accommodation Self-Catering Self-Catering Italy Italian Life 

	Italian Life
Kerry Street, Horsforth, Leeds LS18 4AW			MAP
tel: (08704) 44 88 11

An independent operator in operation since the ‘80s, reported to offer the largest selection of self-catering on the British market with more than 2,000 properties in Italy.

Where

Liguria,Tuscany including the coast, Umbria and the Marches, Lazio, Veneto, Amalfi and south, and Sicily.

Style

There is a system of symbols to give an idea of what is on offer. These include one for ‘accommodation which stands out for its charm, view, location etc (around 10%), another indicating particularly comfortable beds, whether there is a dishwasher a washing machine, fenced garden or grounds, if gas, electricity and water are to be paid for locally, etc. Around 10% are allocated a red cock symbol indicating particular charm, good location, view etc. The best are listed under the Les Manoirs category. About a third have a pool, either shared or private. Around 10% offer a dishwasher, around a quarter a washing machine, which may be shared. At around a half gas, electricity and water may be payable extra, locally.

Season

Year-round, heating charged extra.

Facilities

A cot is available at around a quarter of properties, payable locally. Around 10% of properties have fenced grounds making them safe for children.

Extras

Maid service may be available at around a quarter of properties.

Sample Price

One of seven apartments with shared pool in Chianti with two bedrooms and cot available would cost £837 for the first week in high season, £760 for subsequent weeks. Prices include a Channel crossing, or fly-drive can be arranged.