When you set high expectations and then the host exceeds them.... well that is what Thieron House is all about. Christos arranged transportation from the airport to a nearby parking lot where John met us and carried our luggage to the house along the foot paths to our villa, one of the largest of the cave houses. The villa, owned by renowned winemaker, Giannis Tselepos, has five room with doors that open into a central courtyard and whirlpool tub. One second floor room opens to a private balcony where we watched the sunset each evening. Little was spared in making this a lovely home. The vila is quiet and a short walk to Oia and the island bus lines. Christos was helpful in getting our laundry done and nearby recommendations including a chef to cook in our villa.
Nearby is a Lefkes Santorini where owner Tasos Doymas has prepared a menu that rivals the finest restaurants we visit in our hometown San Francisco. Get to know Tasos and he will treat you like family.
Also nearby is Iama Wine Shop where owner Ursula Deneke will thrill you with her knowledge of the Santorini wine makers and her wine selections. We asked around about this marvelous woman and found out she is well known. The staff at Hatzidakis Vineyards (the best wine IMHO) had this to say about Ursula.... Ursula is the Queen of Santorini Island. When we need find a special bottle of our wine, we go to the Queen.