This trip, we decided to try something different and stay in the mountains at Ms. Sophia’s family home, and we’re so glad we did!
Ms. Sophia greeted us and showed us around the home which is a beautifully restored Cycladic home built in the early 1600s! There were fresh grapes, great coffee and tea options and a bottle of really good olive oil made by her son. Our kids loved picking almonds from the almond orchard in the backyard.
The home overlooks the mountains and the view when waking up is so quiet and soothing. We slept with the windows open … on most nights (we stayed mid-August) there was a perfect cross breeze.
Also, the home is just a 20 minute drive from Naxos town, Agios Prokopios and Hawa’ii Beach), so it’s still pretty central to get to great beaches.
Last but not least, she helped us arrange a music lesson with her son for our family. Was great to learn about the different instruments and our kids has fun learning!
Thanks Sophia and Nikos for your hospitality!