Celia advised us about a taxi and how much to pay. She met us at the local taverna where we had a meal with her and her daughter, and gave us a lift to her house. She surprised us with free pomegranates from her tree and eggs from her hens among other provisions. We loved the authentic experience of staying near a Greek village. Although Celia recommended hiring a car we enjoyed the visit without doing so. We explored the nearby stream and walked in the hills and to the undeveloped beach which was a couple of miles away. If we had stayed longer we might have felt the need of a car to explore other parts of the island. Celia also gave us a lift back to the port when we left. The house, a restored farmhouse, is beautifully situated in a very quiet location with views across the valley. It is off the main tourist track which suited us perfectly. We also enjoyed getting to know Celia's daughter, dogs and cats.