What a find Kamari Beach house is! Without doubt I would say the best place to stay on this whole stunning island. To wake each morning to the sound of lapping waves and remember you are only a matter of feet away from the sea's edge and then to walk a few paces out through the old painted wooden entrance, stand and watch the sun heave itself out of the sea into a glorious pink and gold sunrise is the stuff dreams are made of.

The characterful house couldn't be more delightful with its old painted doors and shutters and huge courtyard terrace in front where you can have breakfast watching the sunrise or sit with a glass of wine in the warm evening smiling at the few passers-by who have spotted the terrace and are peering up enviously as they stroll along the promenade below.

It is equipped with everything you need and very comfortable. But more than that, the house itself has a happy spirit - it feels as though you are embraced warmly by it every moment you are there.

And that brings me to the hosts... Konstantinos and his wife (Katherina's English is fantastic!) couldn't have offered a more warm welcome. They were so helpful to me and my octogenarian parents; they greeted us like friends not paying guests, helping with bags as well as providing lots of really useful local information like great places to eat.

Kamari beach is perfect. The promenade you're on provides some lovely shops and many tavernas and seafront bars which all go to create cheerful bustle as opposed to tacky seaside. The swimming there is a joy too: waters so clear it's like diving into liquid glass with curious little fish joining in the fun.

It felt an absolute privilege to stay at Kamari Beach House; I am so happy Katerina and Konstantinos share this beautiful home and I will, without doubt, be recommending it to all my friends - and of course will be back myself as soon as possible!