An absolutely amazing place. And here's why:
Check-in & Communication: Stamatis was really quick to respond, gave us clear directions on how to get to his place and the check-in was so smooth. His family is also absolutely wonderful, with his mother making us a cake and leaving us fruits and jam and bread for when we arrived. It made us feel so welcome and at home immediately.
Cleanliness: The place was sparkling clean and, unlike some places that are a bit below ground level, this had great cross ventilation, natural light (without it ever being too bright or hot) and looked that perfect sort of place you dream about when you think of the Greek Islands.
Facilities: The place had every facility we needed. The kitchen was well equipped. The washing machine was super helpful. And there was an AC that worked well. But, the apartment is made so well that even in peak summer days, it remained cool and we didn't actually need it at all. There are also clothes pins and a drying rack, hairdryer, and ample toilet paper and bin bags for our almost week-long stay.
Location: It's exactly a mile from the port and it's an easy walk to and from the main bustle of town. That said, there's a supermarket, cafes, bars and eateries within 100-200m from where you're staying (and things are open till almost midnight which make it all the more convenient). The walk to the centre itself is very pleasant and something that you would want to do when you visit a Greek island. It's what we imagined living in a Greek island to be like, only even better.
For digital nomads: The WiFi was sturdy all through and fairly quick. There were no lags, which is a massive plus especially on an island. There is also ample space to sit and work, be it on a table or a sofa in the living room, the bedroom itself, or the outdoor space at the back (which in itself is such an idyllic space to chill at).
Overall, this is really quite the fairytale apartment, as named. It gives you that original AirBnB feels where a family hosts you (they live next door so you can reach out to them anytime for recommendations or help) and it gives you an authentic experience rather than something more synthetic that you find in company run Airbnbs nowadays.
Stamatis and his family are so special. They went out of their way to make us feel at home and fall in love with the island. Their attitude and vibe is reflective of Naxos, its culture and its hospitality. We will definitely be back and stay right here.