From the moment we landed Simos was a great host. We were in contact with him straight from the tarmac and once we'd decided how we were going to get to town Simos offered to pick us up from the main station and take us to the apartment; a really nice touch because the last thing you want to be doing when you arrive is be hunting down ways to get to the apartment.

Through out the holiday Simos was in contact via a mobile which is part of the apartments 'amenities', great for little questions you may have that Simos will happily answer. The welcome basket of fruit, homemade marmalade and the drinks in the fridge are a nice touch.

My wife and I were sold on the apartment from the views in the pictures, and we were not disappointed, it's stunning! The large windows make it all the more awesome. The apartment itself is lovely, nicely decorated and very clean. Bed, sofa & breakfast bar are all there for you to feel at home.

There is plenty of space for your clothes & bags, something which I really like as having enough space to fit all your things meant a tidy apartment, which again makes it feel that more homely.

Location wise it's great. Firstly...that view! You're also very close to a number of cafes that seem to be more local centric, which is a nice break from all the tourist places in the harbour.

A convince store is nearby for all your needs and the Saturday market is a street away.

The main port is a 7-8 min walk and I liked this as you are a little off the tourist area and the walk allows you to explore the nearby streets and see a little more than you maybe would if you were right in the heart of it.

On to the 'negative' points mentioned in other reviews.

Yes, the apartment is above a bar and the stairwell to the apartment is accessible via both floors of the bar, but this was not a problem. In our week we didn't bump into anyone on the stairs. Security wise the door & lock is solid and with the door closed you hear next to no noise from downstairs.

Generally the noise level is fine, if you're particularly sensitive then earplugs will suffice to completely block it out. I would not let this put you off going here.

The one negative thing for me was the shower, and I'm only mentioning this for folk who like a shower. It's small, very small but that was my only annoyance in our time there and that is being super picky, because I love my showers!

To reiterate, Simos as a host is great, his communication super and the apartment is fantastic and did I mention the view...waking up to that every day was something special.

Thanks again, Simos!

James & Heather