Our stay at Rena's made our entire week! It is both secluded, private and magical while at the same time just a short walk from Oia's main drag of shops and restaurants. Her staff of porters and Nicoletta(housekeeping) were top notch, the porters climbed the steep oia steps with two suitcases like it was a walk in the park!! Rena had waters, wines, breakfast biscuits and a cake for us upon arrival. Her place is equipped with a mini kitchen with all amenities including coffee, tea and espresso machine! We ended up buying things like eggs, meats and cheeses and having breakfasts and happy hours on the balcony. After all most places up on the strip you are paying for the view, and we already had it!! One of our favorite parts (there are honestly too many to count) was the access to the beach. The only other people on it were guests of Rena, and her kayaks made Ryan's trip!! Kayaking the coast of Oia was such a unique experience that not very many get. This being said the hike to and from the beach is no light walk, highly advise proper footwear as the path is a nature trail and bring lots of water but it is all worth it!!
We hope to be back to stay, the experience was unforgettable. I have stayed in Airbnb's across Europe and this has been the best one yet. Thanks again Rena!!!
-Meredith&Ryan