We had a wonderful week's stay at Ioannis and Lia's beautiful place. The apartment is very stylish, with great attention to detail, and the photos don't do justice to the apartment or the fabulous views from the terrace. The views are mind-blowing.
Our family of four really enjoyed the pool and the space. So thoughtfully kitted out, the apartment had everything we needed. Ioannis and Lia were super helpful, recommending places and tavernas, but also gave us our privacy too; they are experienced, thoughtful hosts. The layout of the villas allows for plenty of private space. We often had the pool entirely to ourselves. The bed is super comfortable, sofa bed worked for the kids, and the kitchen is well equipped.
Don't be alarmed by the steep road to get to the property, our small rental car managed it fine and the views are astonishing, well worth the effort. Sunset is a treat, we felt like kings looking out to the sea and the islands. We loved exploring Andros, it is a really special island, lush greenery, super friendly locals, and the beaches are brilliant.
The local beach St Peters is great, and we also enjoyed Vitali beach (the road to Vitali beach is a bit tricky look on tripadvisor) but there are many more brilliant beaches we didn't have time to explore. We also enjoyed visiting the waterfalls at Pythara. Andros is an ever-changing landscape from one side of the island to the other, from mountains, rivers and lush green valleys, then the seascape, straight out of a movie and beaches of all kinds pebbles, rocks, sand, beach bars or seclusion - so much to explore.
The 2 hour ferry journey from Rafina port in Athens was easy, there are plenty of ferries in high season. The food was great, the restaurants good, and the prices reasonable, not Mykonos prices! It is a little gem this island.
Highly recommend staying in this apartment and hosts Lia and Ioannis, it is gorgeous, we were sad to leave, and we plan to return.