We had a wonderful experience at Maria's Casa Sofia! We were really glad to have arranged the taxi service from the port to Casa Sofia- otherwise we definitely would not have found it on our own. We were met by a fantastic guide who showed us to the room and pointed out everything we needed to know. Casa Sofia is tucked away on the hillside of a long, curvy walkway- just absolutely picturesque views of the caldera and the other homes on the cliff. Besides a few obnoxious tourists, it was easy to forget you were in a top tourist destination, as Casa Sofia is away from the many over-priced hotels and down a pathway that felt much more private and residential. Although tucked away, you are still just a short walk up the hill to the main street of shops and restaurants. We absolutely loved our mornings and evenings spent enjoying the view over coffee or wine. Casa Sofia is the quintessential Oia experience you've been looking for, from the view to the cave you sleep in at the end of the day! I will caution that some of the pictures are outdated, and show a second bedroom and and bathroom with a shower, that we did not find in Casa Sofia. We do hope to come back someday!