The studio - Oia - Santorini
Host - Although we did not meet Maria she was timely in her communication, responding within a few hours of messaging her. Her instructions for the room were helpful and she also provides a few items to make our stay more comfortable such as tea lights and a handbook with some interesting information about the island. She has hired a property manager who also serves as a guide to the home. He graciously woke up very early at 5 am with us when we had to catch a very early ferry to leave Santorini and took care of all the details of arraigning our transportation from Oia to the port for €15 per person via taxi.
Home - The home is as pictured. This is a smaller room on top of the main room for rent below. It is accessed by a steep and narrow stone staircase and is brightly lit from the windows during the day. Cozy at night. Well equipped mini kitchen and very spacious bathroom all immaculately clean and spotless. Very fast Wifi. We thought it was a bit expensive for being off/shoulder season ( Mid May) but were nevertheless very satisfied with the overall accommodation and the spectacular view from our tiny balcony.
Area - Lots of great views of the town of Oia/Sea and walking paths on many levels of the cliff face. Lots of tourists wandering in front of the home during the day taking pictures but being on the second story you do feel a bit more removed from them. The home is a little ways down the cliff (70 steps) and therefore does take some climbing to reach the main street level. After that all the famous cafe's, restaurants, main square, shops are in easy reach.
Walking - 5 minutes of stairs to reach the main level. 7-8 minutes to to main square and lots of small shops. 11 minutes to a selection of restaurants, main bus / taxi station, ATV rental shops, gyro shops, etc