Wow, what a place!!
We traveled to Armeni Bay last week (Sept '15) and had the absolute pleasure of staying at Nicoletta's Beach House and what a place, absolutely stunning location; both my Husband and I, who have traveled extensively both agreed that the view from the top floor bedroom was probably the best view from a bedroom we have ever seen anywhere in the world . . .
The house is down a flight of 286 steps but don't let that put you off, you will miss out on a wonderful house and beautiful a setting.
Nicoletta was an absolute joy to deal with, any questions or requests were responded to immediately. She arranged for a Driver to collect us from the airport and then met with her Daughter Christina, who had arranged for our luggage and provisions to be bought down by the Donkeys later that afternoon so we didn't have to worry about taking them down. And likewise on the return, all out of our requests were arranged perfectly.
The house is just lovely, everything you could possibly need has been provided, there are little personal touches all over the house, it makes you feel like you are staying in someone's home instead of holiday accommodation; although we never used the kitchen facilities other than the kettle as the little fish taverna located two doors away made sure we never had to, or wanted to cook for ourselves. The Owner, Thannasis (?) the Waiter, Chef, Alex and even John the Harbour Master (with his magic show one night) made the experience one we will never forget, they were the most welcoming, hospitable team; they even bought chocolate for our friends little girl on quite a few occasions, plus surprise deserts for her too . . .
Nicoletta also provides kayaks for use whilst staying at the house and we had a lovely trip around the bay to Ammoudi one day, the boys also had an afternoon bobbing about with their fishing rods!
Oia is beautiful and we had plenty of visits up the steps but it was always such a joy to be walking back down to the bay to escape the crowds. I seriously thought about not giving a review so I could keep this little piece of heaven a secret but so many people that came down to the bay for a visit asked us about staying there that I don't think it will be a secret one could keep easily. . . .