Santorini is an amazing island and Helen’s beach premises are definitely one of the best places to stay there. It worth to say that it is not a typical Airbnb type of accommodation, it is more like bookingdotcom type, but this is not any problem at all - on the contrary, e.g. our apartment was perfectly cleaned up every day, incl. delivery of new towels, bathroom was bigger than the one we have at home. Everything was as described - very nice place surrounded by amazing garden with a charming pool, within comfortably walking distance on the beach and two nice cozy tavernas. The logistic worked perfectly – Dimitris (Helen’s son in law) waited us at the port, exactly as agreed, and also the transfer to the port, when leaving, went smoothly. Dimitris also helped us with renting of car, just a few minutes after arrival. By the way, this is important topic – although Helen’s beach premises are situated in the middle of the island, it is also “in the middle of nowhere”; except the beach and the two tavernas, everything else is achievable only by some type of vehicle. Since this was exactly what we have been looking for, it was great for us - but it is useful to have it in mind.
We were little bit afraid of the airplanes making noise because of the nearby airport. The fact is that you may almost count the number of their rivets when taking off over you and they are not flying just during day, but finally, this is more than sufficiently compensated by other benefits of this beautiful place and friendly and hospitable atmosphere. That was our first Airbnb stay with a surprise by fresh eggs delivery – George, thanks a lot again!
On the other hand, what we have not expected, was a high level of wetness inside the cave house (although we should expect this, when planning a stay in cave :). Probably we would not recommend this accommodation for the guests with rheumatic problems. But for all others, we may only recommend Helen and George hospitality!!!