Although this cramped little house is situated in a beautiful location on the outskirts of the picturesque Olympos village and offers a fantastic sea view, it nevertheless has many structural defects that ruin sleep, among other hassles. As a matter of fact, my family and I were forced to leave the property because, during our sleep time, when windows and doors needed to be closed, strong unhealthy fumes from wall painting and an unpleasant musty smell from excessive mold arose all over the place. This exposed us to a strangely sultry, damp, moldy, and unhealthy environment. On top of this, the linen and the towels had a strong, musty smell, making them inappropriate for usage. And even though the owner replaced them after our repetitive requests, the new sets bore the same unpleasant smell. In a similar vein, the towels were full of stains and spots.
Beyond this, there is hardly any space left to move around for a 4-member family, considering all the luggage and stuff. Also, there is no cover in the bathroom window, so there is absolutely no privacy as this window is next to a pedestrian path.
Among the amenities, the listing misleadingly includes a barbeque with utensils, a backyard, and outdoor furniture. Yet, there is no barbeque, backyard, or table on the balcony. So the terrace, besides being extremely confined, cannot be used to sit and enjoy breakfast or dinner.
Aside from this totally frustrating incident, I can attest that Olympos village is the most beautiful, untouched, and historically rich place across Karpathos. I strongly suggest it as a destination. Culture, sightseeing, history, friendly and helpful people, and superb local delicacies, all in one spot! Truly majestic!