The positives:
- Demetris, the host, was fantastic. Good communications, v flexible to welcome us late at night, left a wonderful welcome pack of food & drink (with regular further deliveries of bakeries, etc.)
- The villa was spacious, pool was bigger/ nicer than the photos implied, games room a nice addition
- Fantastic views and good location, just a short drive from restaurants, beach, shops, etc. (although not really walkable, apart from one not-very-good restaurant/ bar)
The negatives:
- It's in a built-up area, close to a sometimes-noisy road, with sometimes-noisy neighbours. So not as peaceful as we'd have hoped.
- One of the bedrooms downstairs had damp/ smelled of drains
- Some of the facilities in the villa were a little dilapidated - e.g. dishwasher broke down (although was quickly replaced), beds with tough old mattresses, hot water ran out regularly (needed boosting), fridges and air-con vibrated/ hummed through the night, etc.
Overall, mixed feelings. But thanks to Demetris for doing his absolute best.