Our Pyrgos old winery villa stay was spectacular. Sotiris was prompt, professional and friendly in his communications prior to and during the stay. He was kind enough to arrange an airport shuttle for a great price of 15 euros. We were met by a sweet woman named Lolla who helped us with our luggage for the short walk up some charming paths to get to the home. The home is beautiful! Classic santorini charm; beautiful private courtyard with trees, flowers, a jacuzzi tub, loft, sun chairs, and clothes lines. The home is beyond words. Lots of natural light; smooth original finishes with original stone walls; one private bedroom in the front; spacious living room with two comfy couches, a TV, stereo and DVD player; beautiful farm style family dining table with chairs; a full kitchen stocked with all the bottled water (can't drink tap water in santorini) you need chilled along with two complimentary small bottles of santorini white wine, silverware, espresso machine with several servings, dishes, and cookware; there is a nook with a second Queen bed and dresser (one of the most comfortable, fluffy beds I've ever slept in!); and lastly a surreal cave shower with rain shower head, large vanity space and two glass windows on the floor giving you a glimpse into the old winery space the villa was built on. The home is situated in charming Pyrgos. From high ground it is possible to see the beautiful coast, and the town square is small but charming. There is a central bus stop, a few restaurants (would HIGHLY recommend Cava Alta for spectacular Mediterranean fusion cuisine and the best Sangria we have ever had!), coffee shops, markets, pharmacy and bakery. It is a 10 minute drive by bus or car (15-20 min by ATV) to the bustling, touristy Thira/Fira where there are tons of souvenir shops, car, moto and ATV rental places, travel agencies for tours, and restaurants. I would recommend renting a car or ATV for greater autonomy to explore, as the bus schedules are difficult to decipher and aren't always prompt, and taxis don't routinely come to the square. Oia is a must see for its picturesque cliffs, shops and charm, but I would recommend accessing it by car as the roads from Pyrgos to Oia are narrow and cliff side. It was really nice to be able to retreat from the bustling touristy areas to quiet, charming Pyrgos. I would recommend this place without reservation to anyone!