This was our first TripAdvisor booking so we were quite apprehensive. Would everything be as detailed in the information? etc etc?

We need not have worried. Delightful "hippy-chic/extremely chique" owner Paola greeted us on arrival and made us feel right at home in her beautifully restored water mill residence.

It's a truly special space for a couple. Or book both properties for privacy. Or share with friends. We were lucky enough to have booked only the mill but had the place to ourselves on this occasion.

It's a little more expensive than most, however Paola prides herself on providing a boutique style stay - providing a daily maid service and a fridge full of fresh local produce to kick start the vacation. We are used to having to clean our rentals before we settle in and then again on departure - so this was a service that is definitely worth the extra euros!

The fantastic local beach is just a fast paced 30 mins walk down hill. Don't forget that you need to walk back up! However, stop off in the village en-route and reward yourself with a refreshing beverage - at local prices i.e. no rip off tourist prices here! If you're adventurous use google earth to discover the scenic off road route rather than the standard road down!

We expected the water mill to have a good source of stream water - obviously! However, it is a good strong flow. The constant tune of which I found most relaxing and comforting. However, should you have super sharp hearing like my husband bring a pair of ear plugs to aid sleep! For us - the adjacent property a little further away from the water source will probably be our first choice next time . And there most certainly will be a next time!

Thank you Paola - you are a charming host and your villas are beautifully designed and comfortably furnished, in a beautiful secluded part of this truly outstanding area.