Accommodations:
Vista Dall’ Alto is an incredible place to stay! The attention to detail in the unit was exceptional. The places are impeccably clean (and are cleaned every day to the same standard, the people that came into clean every day were wonderful) and the views of Fira are unmatched from your own private pool right off of your private terrace! Parking is also very easy and street parking was readily available every day right in front of the unit.
I can’t say enough nice things about our host Anna. She was by far the most accommodating host I’ve had during an AirBnB experience. She provided us an evening snack upon our arrival (baklava, bowl of fresh fruit and a delicious bottle of local Santorini white wine), recommendations for things to do that evening, and even gave us a cell phone with her number on it where we could reach her at any time. Anna brought us the most amazing breakfast every morning; seriously, the breakfasts are something you will always remember about your stay here. Anna checked in on us daily and proactively provided us recommendations for things to do...live music, local events, sites to see, restaurants, etc etc. She was readily available during our stay to answer any questions we had...we love you Anna!
Location:
Pyrgos is about 15mins drive south of Fira. I was specifically looking for a more quiet accommodation within quick driving distance to the wonderful madness of Fira and Oia and this was perfect. Our place was situated Smack between the cool sites in the southern part of the island (black sand beach in Parissa, Ancient Thira, Monastery, Akrotiri lighthouse, Ancient castle Akrotiri) and everything the central (Fira) and and northern parts of the island has to offer Fira has to offer. The best part about it was how you have easy access to explore the lesser traveled parts of the island. Renting an ATV at Pyrgos rent a car (5 mins walk from Vista Dall Alto) and exploring the island via ATV was the highlight of the trip; if you are on the fence about renting an ATV, do it! We also had a car during our stay and every time we hit the road on ATV and rode past people in cars they looked so bored while We couldn’t wipe the smiles from our faces the entire ride :D
Needless to say I fell in love with Santorini, and Anna and the staff at Vista Dall’ Alto are a huge part of why! I can’t wait to spend more time in Santorini.