Such friendly hosts, I felt right at home. The rooms were beautifully decorated; simple and elegant. Greek- rustic but luxurious at the same time. The room was cleaned daily, fresh linen every few days. Shower and bathroom facilities were great. I stayed in the 3 bed studio. It looks like the pictures, even the one of Efta Martyres.

Kasto is a fabulous village, I am so glad I stayed there. It is small and not too touristy. Typical cycladic streets in the village to walk through as well as an ancient wall/acropolis. A few cafe's to have a freddo espresso or cocktail of your choosing a mini market and at least two Taverna's to choose from (I was there early in the season). There are number of places you can swim from the rocks, to the right of the church on the outcrop and 15- 20 min walk to Poulati as well as Seralia beach nearby if you prefer not going in from the rocks.

The view from the verandah is wonderful, you get to hear the sea and there was mostly a gentle breeze so great to sit outside- didn't get too hot.

I did not have a scooter or car but it was really easy to get around, there are busses going to the main village Apollonia and many walking trails. I often came back from Apollonia by foot, past donkeys through the olive groves. It is a 20 min walk along the coast to Poulati beach (rocks). You can then walk up to Artemonas and Apollonia.

The host kindly took me to the nearby farm where I bought delicious local produce, it's en route to Apollonia so easy to do. Sifnos is known for its influence on Greek cuisine- it did not disappoint.

I was there in the midst of the "crisis" but life carried on as normal, I would not let it put you off at all!

I absolutely loved my stay, would be keen to go back and not hesitate to recommend anyone to go. You won't be sorry!