The Secret Garden is an incredible find in Oia! There are three bedrooms, each w/ a queen bed; there is also one bathroom, a sitting room with a new sofa and a small circular dining table, and a very well appointed kitchen. A/C works great in each bedroom. Because there is only one bathroom and the bedrooms are small, it's probably not the best spot for 3 couples but we were 3 women, and it was perfect. There was also enough food, coffee and water for a couple days of breakfast, which was incredibly thoughtful. And if you need anything more, there is a grocery store right around the corner. We were very grateful for the lovely small pool as well, which we used each day.
Location-wise, the house is just steps away from the Caldera pedestrian walkway. If you go left at this pathway, you will head into the more upscale shopping/hotel area; if you go right, it's still very nice with lots of shops but not quite as "swank" as the area to the left. We'd highly suggest that you use their transportation recommendation when you arrive, as the house can be hard to find. And don't be deterred as you walk to the house from the drop off spot; the house is located in somewhat of a commercial area and you might think, "oh my goodness, what have we done?" But The Secret Garden is truly an oasis, and was very quiet in the evenings.
As for service, well, it doesn't get any better. Mailinda manages the property and does an OUTSTANDING job of it, always with a smile. Prior to arriving, we had set up Covid test appointments at what we later found out was a 1/2 hour drive away. So Mailinda had us cancel those appts. and directed us to a small medical facility right around the corner. We were in and out of there in about 15 minutes - fantastic! She also helped us book dinner at one terrific restaurant and she scheduled a sunset cruise for us, which turned out to be semi-private: just 6 people on a 40-ft. catamaran with an amazing crew.
In all, an outstanding choice. We say look no further -- STAY HERE!!!!