I loved my week at Manos’s boathouse. The location can not be improved upon. When I was “shopping” for a place to stay on Milos, I kept coming back to this listing, but I almost couldn’t believe that this space was for real. I’m happy to report that the pictures do not lie! The house is RIGHT on the water and the location is divine. There’s a working boathouse a few houses down, and I even got a chance to help the guys push a boat into the house so that it could get worked on (which is the original reason the houses were built for).
I slept in the back bedroom and my mattress was exactly how I like them : firm, but not too firm. I slept very well every night. The pillows were meh, but I found this to be true all over Greece, so there’s that.
Because of the fact that you’re right on the water, there are some challenges to staying at the house. When the wind is strong, the water comes all the way to the door. This didn’t bother me at all, but I can imagine it might be an issue for some people. And there is a slight smell, as well. Once again, it was not an issue for me. I was very happy in the house, and the spectacular views more than made up for any downsides. But it’s not a super-luxurious experience - it’s more rugged than that.
The sunsets are beyond amazing. It’s true that many tourists come from all over the island to take pictures, but I was expecting more people than the number that showed up. It did not take away from the beauty of the vista. It’s actually fun to enjoy that incredibly beautiful moment with a handful of strangers. It brings you all together, in a way.
I was very sad to leave the boathouse, and I hope to return someday. Pro tip - do what the locals do : in the evening, open BOTH doors all the way, and sit out on the chairs that are provided for you. It’s awesome to have the house behind you and the water in front!