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26 Ustie Str., 8279 Sinemorets, Bulgaria

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Reviewed: September 22, 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewLovely room, perfect view to the sea, very close to the beach, amazing. Definitely i go back next holiday.
Reviewed: September 5, 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewThis was our third time staying at Villa California. The studio has been updated since our last visit two years ago and the kitchen has new appliances such as an espresso coffee machine. The studio was clean and the host and staff friendly and very responsive as we remembered them. The garden of the villa continues to be well looked after and a great place to sit and have a glass of wine or an evening meal. Villa California is just 10 mins walk from our favourite Veleka beach.
Reviewed: September 2, 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
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Verified reviewThe location was great - close both to the beach and to the area with various restaurants and shops
Reviewed: July 5, 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
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Verified reviewReviewed: October 2, 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewFriendly and helpful staff, beautiful garden and very comfortable accommodation. Great restaurant over the road!
Reviewed: September 26, 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewI had a fantastic stay! The villa has a vast and spacious garden with many shades and flowers. A perfect for relaxing and chill. Also, Irina was very warm and helpful throughout the whole stay. I recommend a stay there if you want to be close to the Veleka beach and the wildlife resort there, but also be near the center and the bars.
Reviewed: September 26, 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
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Verified reviewWhat we liked most about our stay at Villa Garden was the homey atmosphere created by Elena - the hostess who is the main point of contact for guests. She always made sure we have everything we need and there is nothing to worry about since we are at the Bulgarian seaside! Moreover, the location of the place is great if you prefer the smaller and less commercial Veleka beach as it is less than 10 minutes of walking distance, and the city center is less than 5 minutes away. The guest house's garden provides such a beautiful space that despite being so close to everything, oftentimes we chose to have a drink in the gardens, which was a big plus for us.
Everything was great but keep in mind if you want to work remotely, you need to bring your own mobile data because the WiFi is not sufficient for taking meetings.
Reviewed: August 18, 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: August 15, 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewGood location, clean and comfortable accommodation with great a balcony and a green and peaceful garden
Reviewed: July 31, 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
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