Christine met us at the airport and led us in our car to the house in Mandrakia (about 10 minutes from
Airport). The village is small (a dozen houses, church, taverna on the waterfront) and quiet. The home is perched above a beautiful cove with a path and steps leading down to the water). Since we arrived on a Sunday and markets were closed, she offered to purchase a few groceries for us and have them waiting at the house. Showing true Greek hospitality, Christine also had a loaf of break, a cake, fruit, a small bottle of wine and small ouzo for us. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything you need to prepare simple meals. She has coffee, tea, sugar, creamer, juices and water bottles for her guests. She provides all shampoo, shower gel, lotion and soap. Although the house does not have a washing machine, it does have a plastic tub in which you can handwash clothing and a large drying rack on the porch to air dry your things.
The air conditioning unit is in the bedroom and works well. The windows all seem to be new (open easily in 2 different directions) and each has a screen to keep insects out. There’s a wonderful breeze from the sea. Overall, the house is quite comfortable, has charming decorative details and a wonderfully thoughtful host of Christine.