We had a really special time here and will definitely return! The house is basic but more than makes up for it with its staggering location in a remote untouched cove, far away from everything. On several occasions we were the only family on the pebbly picturesque beach where the water is so blue and clear that you have to see it to believe it! We thought we had discovered paradise! The beach is perfect for children- a rock in the middle of the bay for jumping off of, calm still aqua blue sea, friendly locals (and their super friendly dogs who popped by for a cuddle each morning and night, earning new names like Mr Tickles).
There is only a tiny shop in the village, and one small taverna serving homemade snacks, so do your shopping first as the road into the village is an epic adventure in itself. We highly recommend getting an SUV and a driver with nerves of steel as quite frankly it was one of the most terrifying roads I’ve ever been on! That said, the views from the top of the mountain are incredibly beautiful with the coastline spreading beneath you, untouched in all directions. There are a couple of amazing local walks through goats and thyme to nearby caves and a beautiful monastery to visit too. There’s also a handful of untouched coves further up the coast which require swimming and scrambling over rocks, even one with a shipwreck on black sands!
Nikos and his sister were lovely hosts, there to greet us and offer advice, raki and a huge cake! Communication was always prompt and easy. No problems with the house at all- it’s very simple but suited us well. We particularly liked the top bedroom with its terrace overlooking the sea. The downstairs bedrooms would suit a family with kids as the two rooms are attached to each other.
If you want to escape from it all to the simple life, this is the place for you!