From the very beginning, Stelios was the ultimate host and his villa the ultimate hostess. Tonight we're sad to be leaving Greece after 6 incredible days having been guests of both the beautiful warm embrace of the village of Filoti and of this extraordinary home. With sheets of blue sky every day, sumptuous breakfasts and Greek coffees by the bucket down at the very lovely Platanos cafe in the village, to meandering our way across Naxos mixing with the many local characters and sampling the many delicious local flavours - this holiday was such a special experience and we will 'be back'!!

The villa has been thoughtfully and tastefully restored and is situated at the crest of a hill offering jaw dropping views, complete privacy and only enhanced by the tolling of the church bell and the occasional bleat of a goat. LOVED it, love the village and the people of the village and the incredible delights this island has to offer. The beds are super comfortable, the towels lovely and fluffy, the water hot and the kitchen full of all you need to whip up a yummy dinner using local, fresh ingredients. I suggest you have a sundowner at Gratsianos cafe near the supermarket! - we donated a bottle of Tanqueray gin to their bar so feel free to finish it off!

It's worthwhile hiring a car, using Filoti as your base and doing day trips across the island. Stelios was kind enough to have provided a really useful information sheet with detailed ideas of places to see and things to do. We stuck to this sheet and subsequently found ourselves eating the most delicious local fare and fresh catch from the sea in places we otherwise would not have known. Thank you Stelios, your beautiful home, the people of Filoti and of Naxos for giving us an unforgettable collection of memories.