As our second visit to Santorini, we were certainly blessed to have found this home to once again fall in love with this unique island, and enjoy our stay. The Ammos Oia Mansion is complete for relaxation, love and easy access to Oia. The home is as pictured with a incredible, simple interior design. It also is very accommodating, large for a European home (perfect for family of 4) but could have accommodated one or two more guests on the sofa. The hot tub was made to the temperature of our liking upon request. And it can get very hot!! The doors and windows all open very quick and easy to enjoy the breeze and the many unique views. Stunning! The air conditioning is a nice plus to the house... location of units in each room to make night sleeping extremely pleasant.
This house is truly spectacular with completely private patio views and an intimate feeling, but directly off the Main Street and easy walking distance down to the water / cliff jumping. The private terrace with hot tube and upstairs viewing area is perfect to experience the sunset. Even though the sun goes down on the other side of the island, you can enjoy the gorgeous colors in the sky from 7-9pm nightly. The house is also around the corner from the 'post office' - a major meeting point for excursions and taxi drop off.
All requests were met and the house manager Zaf was highly attentive and accommodating. There seriously might not be a more perfect experience in Oia. This is the older part of town, with tons of character and special wall ways to experience all that this Greek life can offer. This area is the primary location for all visiting the island. We found the streets to be busy 9am-1pm... then again starting at 4pm - 9pm for sunset viewing.
There are dozens of restaurants in walking distance. You truly never have to leave the area. Although we highly recommend boating -- Zaf can hook you up on either a sunset cruise or fishing excursion. We did both and both offered something unique.
This home is magical and we appreciate the homes availability to make for an outstanding family vacation home.
PS - you must take turns swinging in the swing... take in the beautiful of the view and enjoy this out of the ordinary experience!
Thank you for hosting us!