BEAUTIFUL TUSCAN VILLA ESTATE - TEMECULA VALLEY, PERFECT GETAWAY

Our extended family of 11 spent Christmas 2012 at this beautiful property. The house is very spacious, clean and well-appointed. The kitchen island is a perfect spot for a large group to gather. The room most used, however, was the games room, which is separate from the main house and includes the double queen bedroom. We spent many competitive hours playing pool, ping pong, basketball and foosball. The outside property is very large and well-maintained. The weather was on the cool and cloudy side, and though perfect for using the volleyball court and exploring the area on foot, it was too cool most days even for us Canadians to lounge by the lovely pool. We did use the whirlpool one evening but it took a long time to heat and would have been costly to do regularly. The Temecula area also has a lot to offer – the Old Town and wine region are a short drive from the house and are interesting to explore. Grocery stores, cinemas, and mall shopping are also nearby.
Thanks John for renting us this property and special thanks for putting up the Christmas tree – it turned our holiday into a proper festive occasion.

This home is an exceptionally nice location to start & finish busy days of wineries, golf & casinos! Close enough to spend a day at the beach also. The home is just as described in the rental information---roomy with many amenities inside & out. Very clean & well kept & has a nice flow. The kitchen was fully stocked with just about anything you need. The property was landscaped beautifully & the game room a real asset. We traveled here with 5 couples & enjoyed playing games, cooking out & just relaxing in the pool & spa, which were awesome. Even though we are all kids at heart & in our 50's & 60's, that slide made us feel like we were little kids again! Had so much fun just hanging out in that beautiful backyard. We visited several wineries--loved Wilson Creek for their reserve wines & personable pourer, May. She was a lot of fun. Played golf at Redhawk, which was challenging, but scenic. Also, Temecula Creek Inn GC. Most of us had good luck at Pechanga & several enjoyed Old Town & the Olive Oil tasting there. Would definitely recommend this home as a wonderful vacation spot. Even though we were on the go most of the time, I could have just stayed at the house & been very content! The owner, John, is knowledgeable about the area. He was very accomodating & easy to work with.

We just got back from an 8 day trip to John's Temecula getaway, and wanted to put out a review while it was all fresh. We had a fantastic time. The property was perfect for all of our ten family members ranging from 2 to 90. There is a ton to do on property with the pool Jacuzzi and waterslide, Gameroom, movie theatre, open grass area for bocci and cornhole, and fire pit with wood buning fire for night time get togethers. There is also a great Golf course within 1000 yards of the property, a casino and wine country. This place was great. Thanks John!!!