The cave house looks just like the photos, complete with the spectacular view. We appreciated the privacy of the location, about halfway down the cliffs with more than enough steps to discourage the hordes of lookie-loo tourists from wandering down from the main drag above. There is no wifi, but if you've come all the way to beautiful Santorini and still feel the need to be connected to the internet, you haven't thought through your vacation objectives very well. You can always access wifi at one of the many restaurants and cafes up above.

Maria does not provide an address or map to the cave house, but I doubt you would be able to find the house on your own anyway. If you arrange your own transportation, she leaves explicit instructions to have you call her mobile once you reach the bus station and her porter will meet you and show you to the cave house. There is a pay phone next to the bus station.

The house itself is carved out of the volcanic ash, wonderfully primitive and quaint, with the above mentioned spectacular view. There are three sleeping areas with no doors or curtains so the house would probably only work well for a family or couple or very, very good friends. The bathroom is a very small room that is straight out of The Hobbit, but there is hot water at all times. We also appreciated having the kitchenette and were thus able to enjoy home-cooked breakfasts on the balcony every morning, taking in the view for hours. Maria has provided everything in the kitchen you need in terms of pots, plates, drinkware and silverware, plus a French press and electric tea kettle for easy coffee.

This is a great place for the self-sufficient traveler seeking privacy while basking in the beauty of Santorini. If you are looking for the modern amenities of a hotel, this listing is probably not for you.