The star of this stay is undoubtedly Claudia, who is the perfect hostess. Even before I arrived I knew I would have a excellent week. I mentioned to Claudia in advance that I needed to have internet access (the house does not normally have it-see the listing), and she went out of her way to provide it, even offering to travel to Naxos to buy a wireless dongle for the house if necessary. In short, if you come to stay, this is a top Airbnb experience.
Beyond this example of the kindness of Claudia, upon arrival Claudia and her son Tomasso greeted me. Tomasso very kindly assisted me with my luggage from the main parking area of Tholaria - a short walk to the house - and pointed out the restaurants of the town and gave me useful information (all the restaurants are absolutely charming and have a real Greek local feeling).
The house was equipped with everything you might need, a well stocked kitchen, and Claudia had left biscuits, nuts, fruit, wine and beer for me as a welcome (and also had left flowers from her garden on the kitchen table).
With the high Meltemi winds (so common in high August across the Cyclades), the house was cool most of the time.
I should also say that all of the terraces give stunning views to the sunset.
It’s a 5* review from me: a lovely house, with a good feeling, and a perfect hostess.
Thank you Claudia for a fantastic week in Tholaria.