Impressed as soon as I walked in: wine, olive oil, and bread had been left for me, and the masonry made you feel like you were living *in* part of the castle just steps away. From sitting in the kitchen and watching the sun rise, reflecting off the colored glass of the ancient church dome across the cobble stone path, to spending each evening on the patio, surrounded by a carefully manicured garden, watching the sunset over the Aegean Sea — pictures of this property and even of the island do not do it justice. The walk down into the village was different every time — there was so much to see from beautifully renovated homes, to picturesque ruins. As noted, the village is quiet, but all the better to get some work done as was my intention. I was here for two months and wish it had been longer. There is so much more to explore on the island. The locals and owners were nothing but accommodating. They were always available to message, with prompt reply. It really didn’t take long for this property to feel like a home and I cannot wait to return.