Villa Amalia-by Thireon

Nomadomia Rating: 3.37 stars

• This house is a great option for large groups or families who want a spacious and comfortable place to stay in a quiet village.
• The house has a lot of character and is a great example of a traditional Greek cave house.
• The hosts are helpful and responsive, and can arrange transportation and activities for guests.
• The house is within walking distance of Oia, but is far enough away to avoid the crowds and noise.
• Guests should be aware of the potential issues with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and bathroom amenities, and should plan accordingly.
• The house is a good value for the price, especially considering its size and location.

Good points:

• Spacious and comfortable house with plenty of room for large groups
• Beautiful views of the sea and sunset
• Quiet and peaceful location in Finikia village, away from the crowds of Oia
• Helpful and responsive hosts who arranged transportation and activities
• Well-equipped kitchen and comfortable bedrooms
• Lovely outdoor spaces, including a hot tub and patio areas
• Close to restaurants, shops, and bus stops
• Authentic Greek cave house experience

Bad points:

• Some rooms lack air conditioning, which can be a problem in hot summer months
• Limited Wi-Fi access, with some reviewers reporting that it only works in the living room
• Some bathrooms have issues with hot water, drainage, or cleanliness
• No washing machine or microwave in some cases
• Some reviewers found the walk to the house from the parking lot to be challenging, especially with luggage
• Limited amenities in the village of Finikia, although Oia is within walking distance

Time trend:

• Reviews from 2014-2015 mention that the house is newly renovated and has modern amenities, but some reviewers from 2019-2022 mention that the house is starting to show its age and could use some updates.
• Reviews from 2017-2018 mention that the hot tub is not always working properly, but reviews from 2022-2023 mention that the hot tub is working well.
• Reviews from 2019-2020 mention that the house is overpriced, but reviews from 2022-2023 mention that the house is a good value for the price.