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8.8

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rick S., Savage, MN. Scott County

Liked: Cleanliness
Shea Blvd Retreat
Overall the condo was adequate but the carpet was not installed properly and the living room furniture needs an upgrade. There was no light below the microwave to assist in cooking on the stove and the main ceiling light did not have a diffuser cover. Light switches in some areas did not turn on any lights. Toweling was well stocked and the bathroom was in good condition. Parking was easily accessible. Pool was great. Property manager took care a refrigerator issue quickly.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2024
Thanks Rick for your constructive input. If we don't get it from guests, we don't know what to focus on. Wish you would have mentioned the microwave light while I was there for the fridge. I would have replaced the bulb right away. We're definitely aware that the carpet needs stretching. I noticed a couple places that seem to have minor buckling. Even though, I assure you that the carpet is cleaned regularly and with pet enzyme treatment after any guest that has a pet. The problem is that we have been booked solid due to the location in Scottsdale and the overall value our guests have enjoyed. As for the furnishings, they are as we have represented to you. Everyone considering this condo, have choices to make. Clearly, you have found the place to be an overall good value. Thanks again for your recommendations to improve things. We do have that as ongoing considerations. J Mays 2nd St Realty

10/10 Excellent

Marlena W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for two.
The Condo was perfect for my husband and I to stay for 12 days. Very comfortable. Had everything we needed. Great location. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Youre the best people, thanks. On top of communicating about the check in and check out. Thanks for that effort, it makes for smooth operations. Hope we see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bella Terra Vacation
Our condo was perfect! We truly enjoyed our stay at Bella Terra. The condo was just as described. It was very clean, perfect location to the pool, very quiet and most of all a great space for our time in Scottsdale. We enjoyed every minute of our time and found the neighbors in the condo community to be very friendly! We are looking forward to our next trip to Arizona and hoping we are able to stay once again at Bella Terra! Thank you for great accommodations! It was perfect!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Jan M.

This condo could have been cleaner
The owner was very nice but the condo needs some updates
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thanks Jan for 4 stars. when we met and you pointed out the one cleaning issue under the bathtub soap dish, we heard you. You mentioned that you would handle it and we reimbursed you for cleaning items you said you needed. We would have happily sent the cleaner out again as you know we offerred. The cleaner has been made aware of your discovery and she is handling the problem now. Thanks.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place To Stay
We thoroughly enjoyed this great condo. It had everything we needed. The owner was very responsive to all of our needs. Thanks!
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our vacation
This is a beautiful property! It was very clean when we arrived. It is in a great location close to a grocery store, gas stations, and lots of restaurants. My family and I are hoping to come back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
We are very happy that you chose to stay at our condo. Hopefully, you will enjoy Arizona sun more often. Of course we will be happy to see you again. Thanks, J

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B., Where do you live? Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Time
We loved our condo stay. The pool is fantastic. Only thing I would suggest is that the owner needs to include silverware and other necessities in the kitchen. Also, a hair blower needs to be provided. These days, most people don't pack their blowers since most places provide them. We had a great time there. Would consider returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
We loved having Sherry Black stay with us and will be more than happy to offer her a discount any time she chooses to book in the future, for the inconvenience of not having silverware and easy access to the hair dryer. (The hair dryer was in the unit but was unfortunately misplaced under the bathroom sink.) We are always happy when guests inform us about any deficiencies in the unit, since the comfort of our guests is our top priority. This is the reason we make sure that we check up on our guests by phone during their stay. In addition, we are in close contact with our professional cleaning services, and they usually notify us of any shortages. We apologize for the oversight this time. Thanks for considering our place for your time in the Scottsdale area.

8/10 Good

Lewis R., Sellersburg, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth an extended stay.
Very comfortable condo. Well maintained. Just a few small issues with kitchen utensils quIckly resolved by owner. Very accommodating. Very convenient location to excellent restaurants, attractions and golf courses. Would considering for repeat booking.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thanks for your communication. The only way we will know about some things is if our guests will let us know. Then happy to deal with. Hopefully we'll see you again next year!!!

8/10 Good

John E., Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great stay
Overall, I was favorably pleased and would recommend this property. The property is as advertized and a great place to stay. Quiet and close to the pool area. Big size for a 1 bedroom. I liked that the dining area had windows on 2 sides. Well furnished and TV and internet were good. the kitchen was well supplied with dishes, although the cutlery was a bit low. The fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer worked well. We didn't cook there at all, so can't comment on the stove, microwave and cookware. The garage is a nice addition. We didn't park in it but we could store our golf clubs there. The owner was quick to respond when contacted. As for shortcomings, the code to get in had not been sent requiring me to contact the owner. He sent me the code as soon as he got my message. There were dishes in the dishwasher and items in the wash machine when we arrived. One of the blinds in the dining area and the verticals at the sliding door were damaged when we got there, and the door battery being low set off the home monitor alert but the owner quickly fixed them. This is why I knocked of a star for each of cleanliness and check-in.
Stayed 18 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rolla C.

Perfect!
The condo was just perfect for my stay. King size bed super comfy! Loved reading on the balcony in the afternoon and the pool was a lovely place to cool off on the hot days. Can’t wait to return :)
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Quiet peaceful retreat
We found this unit very comfortable and easy to manage. Had a great TV, loved the king size bed. All the amenities of home including washer, dryer and kitchen utensils. The whole complex is well maintained and quiet. We enjoyed afternoons at the beautiful pool area. Close proximity to great shopping and restaurants. Several local roads have biking lanes providing cyclists a chance to explore this unique area. Only 5 minutes from Kierland Commons, 20 minutes to Pinnacle Peak, 15 minutes to Fountain Hills, 25 minutes to South Mountain Preserve. Management was quick to respond to questions and very eager to make our stay pleasant.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Lexy W.

Lovely Stay
We enjoyed our stay in this property. Very quiet complex. Nice pool area with hot tub, gas grills and waterfall feature. The wash just beside the complex has a pathway suitable for walking or biking. Condo was comfortable and hummingbirds visited deck evening and morning. Bed was good and kitchen had all required utensils etc. Location is great, close to groceries, Costco and good restaurants.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Linda G.

Exposed fluorescent tubing, lack of essential paper and cleaning products, needs updating
Had to make 2 calls to get entry code, trouble starting and draining dishwasher, clock didn’t work, blinds in dinette didn’t work. There was toilet paper and a partial roll of paper towels, no tissues. There was a partial Lysol all purpose spray, no other cleaning products or broom or vacuum. We took pictures of contents of drawers in kitchen and garbage can, they were disgusting. We washed everything before using. We have used VRBO numerous times and never had a situation like this. Very, very disappointing.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
We take feedback like this very seriously. We have received many positive reviews in the past and are saddened to hear about your experience. We have investigated the situation and wanted to share our comments with you. The supplies were available in the hall closet which include cleaning products, vacuum cleaner and broom. Please note that these were stocked up before your arrival. I wish you had contacted us so that we would have told you where to find them. As for a broken blind or how to use the dishwasher, we rely on the guests to let us know if there is anything that needs attention. We also tested the lights and they seemed to work as intended, but as mentioned, we take our guests’ comfort very seriously and would have been more than happy to assist. The cleaners were there before your arrival and they didn't inform us of anything out of the ordinary, however we have given them your feedback. Again, customer feedback is important to us so if we had known about this while you were staying with us, we would have definitely sent the Professional Cleaning Company back to clean more thoroughly. Again, we are very sorry that you did not have a satisfactory experience. If you had contacted us, we are confident that we would have corrected the problems promptly.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

great vacation
Condo was terrific.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

4/10 Poor

Michael O.

Deposit used to replace previously stained items
This was our first experience using HomeAway and most likely our last. We stayed a week in early April. We liked the location with easy access to the freeway, the pool area was great and the kitchen was well stocked. Upon entering, we immediately noticed some rather large stains on the carpeting. We thought that we aren't staying at 4 or 5 star accommodations so we can't expect perfection. The next thing we thought odd was when we went to bed and the sheets had some small brownish spots/stains. They seemed clean so again, we thought that this was the trade off we made for saving money by not staying in a hotel. I thought perhaps they were rust stains that sometimes happen when using chlorine bleach. My husband then found more such spots the next morning on his bath towel which confirmed my suspicion. In retrospect, we should have complained immediately but being our first experience with renting from a private owner, we didn't want to seem like whiners. All of this to say that when it came time to return our deposit, the owner claimed we had caused the stains and bought himself some new sheets and towels on us. We complained profusely but the last thing he said was he was surprised we didn't complain about the spots. Made us wonder if we had been the first renters to be naive enough to stay quiet and he could therefore use our deposit to replace his obviously well-worn linens. A rather sour end to a pleasant stay in Scottsdale.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for your feedback. As the owner of this condo, I am very surprised this happened to you and I have taken measures to ensure that this does not happen again. I can assure you that this is the first time I have heard of a guest having stains on linen and carpet, and I am happy to discuss your deposit. Again, our apologies for this inconvenience.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J.

Great Condo
We really Enjoyed the Condo! The condo was very quite, clean and the pool was great we went swimming every day we where there. I highly recommend. The owners were very responsive in communication both before the rental as well as during the rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thanks Stephen you and your family clearly treated our condo as your own. Much appreciated. J

6/10 Okay

ANNE g.

Considering the price of the condo , it could have been a little better equipt.
Was not aware it was on the second floor without an elevator. There wasn't a broom or vacuum or mop for tiding up. But it was otherwise well equipt and the owner did quickly respond to immediate concerns like wifi, key problems etc. I have heard nothing yet about the security deposit...
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for your valuable input. Glad to hear that we were able to respond in a timely manner to your more immediate concerns. We strive to make our clients happy, so please rest assured that we will use your feedback to improve our offering. We will be purchasing additional cleaning equipment for the condo, and will work on streamlining the security deposit return.

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Amazing
The condo was exactly what we hoped it would be. I am super picky and a clean freak,so when I find a place as beautiful as this,I can honestly recommend it to others. The air conditioner was amazing and super easy to use. The bed was perfect, not too soft, not too hard, just heavenly. The pool area was like an oasis,super clean and big enough to actually swim in. Having a garage was great as it was really hot. The only thing I could sort of complain about was there where no numbers on the buildings so it took a bit to find. Conveniently located and super easy to get to the highways. Can't wait to book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

8/10 Good

Jerry P., Markham, Canada

Very Happy With Condo, Owners, Complex & Scottsdale Area
We only had a 3-night stay (and regretted that we hadn`t booked longer as we left) for our 1st vacation to the Scottsdale area, before moving on to other regions in the sourthwest. The condo was well-equipped and laid-out. Everything was as advertised in their listing and it quickly felt like home. We had to do some work while on the road and the Wi-Fi Internet service in the condo was excellent....usually a big disappointment at most other condos we`ve been to. The owners were quick with responses & solutions to the few queries we had. The Bella Terra is a beautiful, picturesque, very well-maintained facility. We`d debated staying closer to downtown, but in the end were glad we chose here for this 1st time. The grounds were golf-course green and the pool featured several towering palm trees surrounding the area. Soaking in the hot tub and gazing out over the pool area - especially at night - got us into a super relaxing vacation mode. There are some nice walking areas around the complex. Shopping and restaurants were nearby via car (loved the owners recommendation of Z'Tejas for a tasty, casual meal, and Fry`s was our go-to grocery store). Downtown Scottsdale was an easy, direct 15-20 minute drive and we enjoyed afternoon drinks by the water at Tapas Papa Frita, after strolling the streets and shops. We didn`t have the time to check-out many adventures in the Scottsdale area, but did spend a half-day at the nearby McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and thoroughly enjoyed our first taste of desert hiking. Overall, a great short trip and we definitely hope to return someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016

10/10 Excellent

Candice B.

Perfect!
This condo was amazing! We stayed for an entire week. It had everything we wanted and needed. It was in a great location, and was very clean and had all the necessities. The bed was very comfortable and the livingroom very cozy. The pool was amazing and very clean. The owner was very nice and responded very promptly to any concerns we had. We would definitely recommend this place to anybody and would love to come back here.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2016

10/10 Excellent

Cori H.

Lovely property in Scottsdale
We enjoyed our stay at Bella Terra and look forward to returning for a longer period of time next year. The unit is spacious, comfortable, and well equipped and the grounds lovely and well maintained. Unit management was terrific in responding to questions and concerns. The location was perfect for us - a reasonable drive to the homes of family and friends as well as the Peoria Stadium. Shops and restaurants are just minutes away as are golf courses. All in all, an enjoyable getaway.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2016

8/10 Good

Peter K., Toronto

Very good overall experience.
We enjoyed our 2 week stay at the Bell Terra complex. Our one bedroom condo was perfect for our needs, and just as advertised. It was well equipped, modern, clean, and quiet.The bed was very comfortable. Our host was very responsive to our questions and needs. The common areas including the pool, were all well maintained. The private garage was a bonus for golf club/car storage. The location of the complex was terrific, with easy access to multiple options of shopping, (Fry's, Whole Foods), golf, (Orange Tree, Stone Creek, Camel Back), walking/hiking and major highways. Downtown Scottsdale and Kierland Commons were both a short drive away offering many restaurant and shopping choices. We would recommend this property for a couple who want escape the winter and enjoy what Phoenix/Scottsdale have to offer.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2016

8/10 Good

Michele C.

Very clean, excellent location, perfect for us!
Property was quiet, comfortable, and in an excellent location close to shopping, restaurants, hiking, biking, and other activities. Owner was very responsive and helpful. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2015

10/10 Excellent

jean b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Endroit idéal pour des vacances
La propriété était parfaite, la cuisine était complète, la lingerie (serviettes de bains) laissaient à désirer par contre. Le lit est grand et confortable. Profiter de la belle température sur le balcon à manger dehors est un plus. Je retournerais passer des vacances encore à Bella Terra.
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2022