Monthly Rentals in Tristomo

Karpathos is an authentic island, where tourism is just starting to arrive. We loved Diafani, the village where we were because there was only one supermarket and the rest were taverns. There was not a single souvenir shop and this for me is already a 10. The house was 2 minutes from the beach in the middle with very good views. A typical house of the island. We had a great time. Thank you for everything.

Irene is an absolute superhost. She has a good feel for her guests, their interests and was always very approachable. Everything was as described, very clean, comfortable, welcoming. The beach on the doorstep is fantastic. We will keep the time in very good memory. Thank you Irene for the great stay.

Maria's house was perfect for a 10 day stay, as we could drive throughout the island from that location. My Greek friend travelled from Chios to meet up with me, as she had always dreamed of visiting Olympos, a traditional village 39km further north up many winding, mountainous roads, but well worth a visit. We also had breakfast with the 90 year old neighbour who lives a short walk up the rough road and enjoyed quiet beaches around the island swimming in crystal clear, calm seas. The local mini market in Othos, a village down from Stes, was very useful, as we mainly cooked our own meals in the well equipped kitchen, (γίγαντες στο φούρνο, τραχανά, τουρουλουού, και πολλές σαλάτες κτλ) though we did enjoy fish soup, and the best ντολμαδάκια (domadakia) ever at Kyma in Pigadia, and delicious κατσίκι (goat) with super tasty onion and tomato stuffed aubergines in Olympos village. I also managed to paint three oil paintings on location, in the perfect 24-26 degree October sunshine.

Staying at Maria's place is a truly unique experience that will be remembered for a long time. Olympos village is a must-see destination, and I highly recommend spending a couple of days there to fully immerse yourself in the charm of this remote location. A few practical tips: be sure to pack only the essentials, as the parking area is about a 7-minute walk from the house. While the view from the patio is breathtaking, it’s worth noting that the wind can sometimes make it difficult to sit outside comfortably. Overall, I highly recommend Maria's place for anyone looking to experience the authentic beauty of Olympos!