Armeni Bech House is an exceptional place for those who love the water and have a spirit for adventure, or just wish to read a book and listen to the lapping of the waves. If you love the water take goggles and swim up the bay towards the little island so you can see the caldera's volcanic sides disappear beneath you.
Early morning we would take the stairs, still cool from the night before and photograph Oia as the sun rose without the hordes of tourists that gather by the afternoon. Pick up any food we needed and scurry back down for breakfast and a swim. Afternoons were wonderful doing nothing or exploring in the kayaks.
If we wished to eat dinner in Oia we'd take the donkeys in the late afternoon or a boat to Armeni Bay. We learnt from the donkeys to walk the stairs diagonally which was surprisingly easier.
The Armeni Restaurant almost next door, has fresh fish, and the best fried calamari we've ever had together with a delicious super fresh salad with figs.
Nicoletta, Christina and Alexandra were superb hostesses. Extremely patient and informative with all our questions. Amazing with our transfers even when we were terribly delayed and generous with their time and help.
This is one of very few properties right on the water in Santorini.
Thank you Nicoletta, Chrisitina, Alexandra