The Villa Casandra is beautiful inside and out - from its vantage point high in Chorio it commands breathtaking views of Symi harbour. Booking with Anna is extremely straightforward - she is very quick at replying to emails. She booked us a taxi to collect the first arrivals of the ferry, and was present to give us a warm welcome at the Casandra.
I was making the booking on behalf of four singles who therefore all needed their own bed. My only concern was that this might leave us one short as the Casandra is usually offered as a three double-bedded accommodation - the master bedroom and two moussandra-style beds off the living room. I mentioned this to Anna, and she quickly assured me that an additional mattress could be provided on the living room floor. This worked extremely well, and the four of us were very comfortable - although the occupant of the bed on the raised platform needs to be reasonably nimble to negotiate the ladder in a tightish space and then cope with limited headroom!
Again, we were very lucky to have two bathrooms with showers, which was a godsend. We were a party of four single men, but I think the Casandra would also be ideal for a couple with children, or for two couples.
The comfort of the property is enhanced by an extremely efficient air conditioning system. And although it is situated high up in Chorio, the good news for any less mobile visitors is that it is also just yards away from the bus stop connecting to Symi harbour and/or Pedi beach.
The house - including a large kitchen - is beautifully furnished, and the views from no fewer than three different terraces are simply breathtaking - the pictures most certainly do not lie. What's not to like?
I've never stayed in a bad place on Symi - but the Casandra really is something special, and I hope very much that I shall have the opportunity to return. Thank you, Anna!