First, the house was wonderful: nicely decorated and clean, with a great outdoor area to relax and eat by the pool. The location, 10 minutes from Fira and 15 minutes from Oia, had a great view of the sunrise and it was quiet and away from the crowds, which we found it to be a perfect location for a relaxing getaway. You will need to get a transfer to the airport and rent a car (safer than a motorcycle or a quad), which Maria can help arrange without any issues.

What made the house even more special was the customer service, the human touch: Maria was always available to help arrange transportation, tours or give restaurant recommendations. Antonios, the owner, was always making sure we were taken care of, starting with welcoming us with a full fridge and a bottle of wine, and making us breakfast and lunch every time he realized we were at the house (he lives downstairs). He and his wife, despite speaking no English, were warm and welcoming, and made a great experience a truly memorable one. They will for sure be a key part of our memories from this trip, and we could not recommend this house enough.