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svillaresthouse

Updated 2026-08-25 · 4,020 reviewed · 1,751 listed · Scored from 60 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(60) 64 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Vacation Home / Holiday RentalPrivate Pool Villa HomestayBeachfront & Island HomestayHomestayFamily & Large Group HomestayGuest House

Google-verified60 Google reviews

svillaresthouse
Services
Vacation Home / Holiday Rental, Private Pool Villa Homestay, Beachfront & Island Homestay
Reviews
60

What recent reviews say

The large house suits groups needing space and comfort, with reviewers consistently praising the spacious layout, quality beds, and village quiet. However, the pool remains broken or dirty across multiple years, cleanliness lapses appear before arrival, and several guests report refund disputes or deposits withheld after cancellations or poor conditions.

Praised for
  • spacious house for large families
  • comfortable beds and rooms
  • peaceful village setting
  • good for group gatherings
Watch-outs
  • pool neglected and non-functional
  • poor cleanliness before check-in
  • deposit disputes and refund refusals
  • misleading photos and amenity descriptions
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Best for: Large family and group holidays wanting space and multiple sleeping areas.
Think twice if: The pool is frequently non-functional; check recent reviews and confirm its status before booking. Cleanliness on arrival has been inconsistent.

Strengths

  • large open spaces for group stays
  • multiple bedrooms and separate bathrooms
  • peaceful village location near food and amenities

Worth knowing

  • House sleeps up to 18+ guests across multiple bedrooms
  • one master bedroom with en-suite sitting toilet
  • three separate full bathrooms plus outdoor squat toilet
  • Coway water filter provided but last serviced 2023
  • basic TV channels only
  • no WiFi or frequently non-functional
  • swimming pool has been broken or neglected for extended periods across multiple years
  • pool reduction offered in some bookings but pool remained dirty/abandoned

What reviews say by service

Family & Large Group Homestay
spacious and well-suited for large gatherings, but cleanliness on arrival and pool condition disappoint
Vacation Home / Holiday Rental
decent amenities and location, but poor maintenance and deposit refund disputes deter repeat bookings
Private Pool Villa Homestay
pool has been non-functional or dirty for years; multiple guests felt misled
Beachfront & Island Homestay
no clear evidence; located inland in village setting

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.6 average across the 294 vacation home / holiday rental businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 93% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 63
Review volume 78
Review recency 95
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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6
3
2
2
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6

Common questions

Is the swimming pool available?
Multiple reviews from 2-3 years ago report the pool broken or abandoned with dirty water. Ask the owner to confirm current status before booking.
Can we check in early?
Reviewers report the owner strictly enforces 3 PM check-in and has refused requests for 15-minute early arrivals.
Is WiFi available?
No WiFi or it is frequently broken, according to recent reviews.
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Last updated 2026-08-25