This was the best Airbnb experience my wife and I have ever had. This is for two reasons - place and people.

As for the place, Casa Inga on Andros is an absolutely lovely, peaceful, beautiful and restful house to stay in. It has been beautifully and lovingly restored, and it's really a pleasure to be there. We spent some entire days hanging out on the patio surrounded by the view, which looks down to the port of Chora (also known as the city of Andros) That town is part of the appeal of the island - it's a short drive down to the harbor, and really is a magical little town. Though it's the main town (that's Gavrio, on the other side of the island) so it feels like a real place, and one of the most charming villages we've ever been to. The whole island of Andros felt warm and welcoming, with a real sense of village life along the main pedestrian street that goes out to the water. The island itself has gorgeous nature and magnificent hikes, beautiful springs, stunning views, beautiful beaches and great restaurants with friendly people. Even though it is close to Athens - two hours by boat from Rafina - it feels somehow untouristy. We were there late June and met no other Americans. We fell in love with Andros.

The other element that made this trip so special was our hosts, Vangelis and Inga, who live in Athens, two of the warmest people in the world, who welcomed us with a genuine kindness and hospitality beyond anything we have ever experienced in traveling. Every step of the way, helpful and communicative as can be, working through language barriers to communicate to us in English. To us, they embody the best hope for Air bnb, connecting with truly wonderful people you might otherwise never meet. We are so grateful to have had this experience. Effkaristo!