Everything was great. It took us a few days to suss out the buses into town and working out the best route to the local metro station, but that only took 2/3 days and then it was easy. The local farmers market is excellent and there is ample shops, cafes, restaurants, bakeries all within 5 minutes walk, great. Our host was excellent; helping us with transport passes, ferry trips and general information about the local area. Don't forget to visit the Academy of Plato if you are staying here - a true treasure that wasn't in our guide book. The neighbourhood is very local with not many tourists so we truly felt like we were living in Athens and everyone was very helpful. We didn't have much Greek language but they helped us with everything we needed. The local produce was outstanding and we truly enjoyed every day. It was very hot :) But that's our fault for going in mid-August! However, taking our local metro to a stop that connected with the tram, made getting to beach easy - took about 35 minutes. And you should go to an open air cinema, such fun! We went to the Vox in Exarchia and saw an English language film. You can have a drink (smoke if you wish) and watch the movie in the warm air. Lots of lovely bars and restaurants for a drink or meal before and after. A great trip and would definitely return. Thank you!