If you're looking for a romantic secluded rural retreat for two this is it! The cottage is in a beautiful location amidst an organic orchard lovingly managed by Thekla and her family. So there's plenty of shade to enjoy when you need it at the height of the heat! And of course delicious fruit to enjoy whenever you fancy - we had figs and grapes every breakfast, some lemons, limes, pomegranates, pears, apples.
The cottage is perfectly turned out, clean, bright, and stylish with everything you need. Thekla has thought about every detail - we enjoyed cooking in the kitchen when we weren't out at local tavernas (our favourite being Platias in Galini - fantastic local lovingly cooked food with great veggie choices, a gentle 20 minutes walk away).
Thekla was so thoughtful and generous - she left us food to keep us going for the first two days because we arrived on a Sunday and brought us various edible gifts throughout our stay. Always helpful with her suggestions plus she took us to the port on departure (her English is to a very good standard!) Yet she was not at all intrusive so we had total privacy throughout.
Be prepared for a few mosquitos - all the cottage windows have nets which is very helpful - but they can get you in the morning and evening.
We found the people everywhere very friendly. The village of Eggares has a couple of small shops with the basics, the bus to Chora leaves the village at 10.30 and returns at 1.30 - perfect amount of time to get everything you need. We also hired a quad bike for a few days which was great fun and allowed us access further afield and to get down to the smaller secluded coves (think paradise beaches!) The nearest beach - Amitis - is beautiful, windy at times so when the wind is strong the waves are pretty challenging unless you're a strong swimmer! It's a 35 minute walk away.
We definitely plan to come back here!