Sandy Villas, Perissa, Greece
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This friendly, family run accommodation is ideally situated being only 300m from the centre of Perissa and 650m from the beach. Located in a quiet area towards the mountains, the property offers its own swimming pool, sun terrace and snack bar so there is no need to venture as far as the beach if you don't have the energy! loading...
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" Sandy's Villa "
Submitted By: gruffalo
We have just had a wonderful week in Sandy Villas. They accommodation is basic, but you get what you pay for. The pool is great, large and clean, with plenty of sunbeds and parasols.
The location is good too as it is a couple of hundred yards from the centre of Perissa so it is very easy to walk out to some very good restaurants and the beach, but the hotel itself is very quiet.
Sandy herself is lovely. Admmitedly she does charge for fans and safety deposit boxes, but the place is so cheap it seems fair. Or pack your own fan! It is a real family run place and they cannot do enough for you.
Every week Sandy does a barbie aound the pool for fifteen euro.
The food is great and you get wine as well!
We hired a quad bike for 25 euro for two days and explored the island. The holiday rep does not advise this but we got one from Mark's bikes just along the road from Sandy's.
All in all we had a great time and will be returning for another relaxing break.
The location is good too as it is a couple of hundred yards from the centre of Perissa so it is very easy to walk out to some very good restaurants and the beach, but the hotel itself is very quiet.
Sandy herself is lovely. Admmitedly she does charge for fans and safety deposit boxes, but the place is so cheap it seems fair. Or pack your own fan! It is a real family run place and they cannot do enough for you.
Every week Sandy does a barbie aound the pool for fifteen euro.
The food is great and you get wine as well!
We hired a quad bike for 25 euro for two days and explored the island. The holiday rep does not advise this but we got one from Mark's bikes just along the road from Sandy's.
All in all we had a great time and will be returning for another relaxing break.
Advice: Perissa is relaxed and fun with lots of restaurents and bars.
Activities: The views of the caldera from various locations around the island are breathtaking.
Good for: Beach
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" Sandys "
Submitted By: stm
Just Back from a week at Sandys Vila if you want a cheap break £300 each go we have been to greece quite a few times so we know "greek basic" but this was very basic no curtins on the windows we had to hang blankets over the window the self catering was 2 pans one with out a handle 2 forks both differant 2 knifes 1 chopping board 1 ladale that was it
bed linen clean but very poor quailty towels clean but ive used sand paper that was smoother
Sandy herself is a nice enough woman who makes you welcome while charming the euros out of your pocket pool area and bar are both very clean
Perissa itself is a little down at heel but for a cheap week away its not to bad
bed linen clean but very poor quailty towels clean but ive used sand paper that was smoother
Sandy herself is a nice enough woman who makes you welcome while charming the euros out of your pocket pool area and bar are both very clean
Perissa itself is a little down at heel but for a cheap week away its not to bad
- Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" Faulty Towers "
Submitted By: peter.jones@bassetsdesign.co.uk
When we arrived all of us, about 20 couples, were kept waiting because the rep had booked the rooms incorrectly. It took her two hour to remedy this. Some people had to be moved to other accommodation. This was down to the area manager of Olympic holidays.
We were put in a dungeon below ground which was very small and had poor ventilation.
The owner was very good at extracting as much money as possible from people. For example, on our last day she said we could use the room for an extra two hours for an extra 20 euros. She also wanted a similar amount for a fan - even though we were in room 13 the dungeon.
Santorini as a whole was expensive with coffees costing as much as 4 euros in some towns. The beeches were dirty and poor for swimming from and there isn't a great deal to see on the island because it is so small. There are much better Greek islands to see than this one, such as Crete and Kafalonia. The main attraction on Santorina is Oia with its blue domes and white buildings and the so-called volcanno which really isn't worth the trip and cost to another very small island with little on it.
We were put in a dungeon below ground which was very small and had poor ventilation.
The owner was very good at extracting as much money as possible from people. For example, on our last day she said we could use the room for an extra two hours for an extra 20 euros. She also wanted a similar amount for a fan - even though we were in room 13 the dungeon.
Santorini as a whole was expensive with coffees costing as much as 4 euros in some towns. The beeches were dirty and poor for swimming from and there isn't a great deal to see on the island because it is so small. There are much better Greek islands to see than this one, such as Crete and Kafalonia. The main attraction on Santorina is Oia with its blue domes and white buildings and the so-called volcanno which really isn't worth the trip and cost to another very small island with little on it.
Advice: Location is OK. Beaches on Santorini are poor - dirty and down market
Activities: Quad bikes are cheap and good to get around on
- Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" sandy villa's santorini "
Submitted By: chellemcb
Booked this holiday as a last minute treat to myself..How pleasantly suprised I was to find my self staying at one of cleanest, prettiest appartment accommodation I have booked at such a reasonable price. Sandy's villas are beautifully kept, the pool area is superb suntrap all day round and the pool itself is a great size and perfectly landscaped. Sandy herself is ever ready to offer any assistance or service required and truly goes out of her way to ensure an enjoyable stay. My appartment was delightful, outstanding cleanliness and so homely. I had a spiral staircase in the living area which lead to the bedroom upstairs. The kitchen had all the utensils I required and lead on to a seating area on the balcony. I had a wonderful and relaxing stay at Sandy's, and would highly recommend a visit to anyone wishing to chill out and enjoy the infamous Greek hospilality.
THANKS TO SANDY AND HER FAMILY FOR THE LITTLE PARADISE THEY HAVE CREATED XXX
THANKS TO SANDY AND HER FAMILY FOR THE LITTLE PARADISE THEY HAVE CREATED XXX
Advice: Perissa is a quiet quaint Greek village with some lovely taverna
Activities:
- Date of Holiday:May 2009
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" Good Value "
Submitted By: EMDrum
Having read some of the reviews i was a little worried about what we would find but we were pleasantly surprised. Having said that we did book last minuite so didn't pay the full brochure price but we thought the standard of accommodation was good. We had one of the so called basement rooms but were thankfull as it was lovely and cool not having large windows with sun streaming in. Yes the rooms are basic but this is typical of anywhere in greece unless you are paying a lot more money. The pool is fantastic and we found Sandy polite and helpfull. Yes she does try to encourage you to go to the BBQ but we sisn't go and she was fine about it. Perissa is great with some fantastic restaurants and bars but we did find it was helpful to have a car as we ate out in Fira and Oia quite a lot. Also walk furhter down the road towards perivolos and there are even more great restaurnats including sea side which is cosmaploitan but expensive. The best in Perissa was Gods Garden and Atlantis Island.
Good for: Beach
- Date of Holiday:May 2009
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" Be Aware of the Dungeon rooms "
Submitted By: mcfcok
The accommodation was very disappointing. when we first arrived we was put in the dungeon. Room 10.The rooms where like being in prison. No air con. No windows in The bathroom. No windows and one door which opened out into the main opening to the road.You could not leave this open at night. All the rooms on this floor should not be rented out without air con. We complained the first night and was told we could not be moved for a week. I never normally complain about anything, But believe me if you was in the dungeons then you would. The second week was much better and the second room was OK. The staff who clean the rooms and look after complex all live underneath the swimming pool. On barbecue night, the food is made by the staff and brought up from underneath the swimming pool. We sat and watch this one night.Sandy the owner pesters her guests for money for fans and the safety deposit box when you first arrive. Now on a positive note perissa is a lovely resort. nice restaurants and beaches and some lovely bars. The resort made up for the Horrible accommodation.
Advice: Brilliant resort, nice resturants,lovely beaches. Brilliant views.
Activities:
Good for: Beach
- Date of Holiday:Jun 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" Sandy Villas, Perissa "
Submitted By: adavis22
We have been to Sandys a few times now and she welcomes you as if she has knowm you all her life. She can be a little "over the top" sometimes but I am sure that this is because she genuinely cares that you enjoy you stay.
The pool is very good, and there is always a breeze to cool you, be careful though the breeze can make if feel cooler thatn it is.
Sandys family are amazing, Young Manolis is always smiling, Lefkeris is very hard working and Vangelis is amazing, only 7 but already speaks passable english. Be careful though, if Vangelis becomes your freind during your stay, you will have to deal with floods of tears when you leave, as you will with Sandy.
Sandys husband, Big Manolis, seems quiet at first, but is a real Laugh, and atypical Greek "mans man" after a few drinks.
The weekly BBQ is Greek style so don't expect burgers and sausages, the is however more food than you can shake a stick at.
The rooms are clean and tidy, in high season you WILL need a fan, and safes are always a good idea.
We will return in 2009
The pool is very good, and there is always a breeze to cool you, be careful though the breeze can make if feel cooler thatn it is.
Sandys family are amazing, Young Manolis is always smiling, Lefkeris is very hard working and Vangelis is amazing, only 7 but already speaks passable english. Be careful though, if Vangelis becomes your freind during your stay, you will have to deal with floods of tears when you leave, as you will with Sandy.
Sandys husband, Big Manolis, seems quiet at first, but is a real Laugh, and atypical Greek "mans man" after a few drinks.
The weekly BBQ is Greek style so don't expect burgers and sausages, the is however more food than you can shake a stick at.
The rooms are clean and tidy, in high season you WILL need a fan, and safes are always a good idea.
We will return in 2009
Advice: Quiet during the day, Lively at night in high season and many excellent tavernas and resturants
Activities: Gods Garden, Atlas for English breakfast, Dorians for nice atmosphere and coctails
Good for: Beach
- Date of Holiday:May 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" the best hotel i have visited till now "
Submitted By: anglel4
We have been for holidays this year in Greece and especially in Santorini.
We booked in Sandy Villas as many friends tell us that this place is amazing. So when we arrive outside we saw the manager (Sandy) and she gave to as so useful informations.
The hotel is so brilliant, we got room 22 and it was so spacious as i have never seen in other hotel. The swimming pool is extremely large and i think it may be one of the largest in santorini. Around the pool there are plenty of trees which make brilliant atmosfaire and you may think that you are in a palace.In the pool bar they provide the best beer Mythos and all the people say (yamas!) which mean chears.The food they make are of the best I have ever taste that's and the reason we booked twice at the BBQ which is organised once a week.Sandy is really helpful staff who can make you feel happy and smile all the time!!! Finally I would like to say that the reps were also very helpful, I think they called Sammy and Zoe who describe the island to us.
We will go back to Sandy Villas as possible we can!!!!!
We booked in Sandy Villas as many friends tell us that this place is amazing. So when we arrive outside we saw the manager (Sandy) and she gave to as so useful informations.
The hotel is so brilliant, we got room 22 and it was so spacious as i have never seen in other hotel. The swimming pool is extremely large and i think it may be one of the largest in santorini. Around the pool there are plenty of trees which make brilliant atmosfaire and you may think that you are in a palace.In the pool bar they provide the best beer Mythos and all the people say (yamas!) which mean chears.The food they make are of the best I have ever taste that's and the reason we booked twice at the BBQ which is organised once a week.Sandy is really helpful staff who can make you feel happy and smile all the time!!! Finally I would like to say that the reps were also very helpful, I think they called Sammy and Zoe who describe the island to us.
We will go back to Sandy Villas as possible we can!!!!!
Good for: Beach
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2008
- Board Basis:Room Only
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" Never !! go Here......... "
Submitted By: tomibbitson@hotmail.comI have an everlasting impression of greeks...thats why i married one.
But after my last week of the season visit to Sandy Villa apartments in Perissa on the island of Santorini i probably think a visit to Turkey is more suitable.
The apartments were dirty, cutlery rusty, a sink that stank.
And an owner wanting to squeeze as much money out of you....but also wishing you were not there.
No service ...No smiles....
I have never been to such a dirty place in my life !
I would never ever advise anyone to go to this dire place.
- Date of Holiday:Sep 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" Positive:
Nice clean... "
Positive:
Nice clean rooms, lovely,clean pool and clean area (both pool and bar). Ideally situated, far enough away from the main bit where the bars and restaurants to be quiet but close enough to be able to stroll there of an evening. Was also very good of Sandy to come round and personally welcome us to the apartments. She did make us feel very welcome though and when our boat trip got cancelled on the Monday due to the weather (which was disappointing because it was my birthday), she did her best to get us happy and cheery.
Negative:
Sandy is a very good at making money and keeping it! During our welcome, she asked us if we wanted fan, safe and water - then held out her hand for the 38 euros. We were expecting to pay this having read reviews elsewhere, but at least let us unpack. A fan arrived and I think it would have been more efficient to hire someone to fan us, the fan even on full speed blew as much as a blow as a fly's fart! There were no mosquito screens so we had to have the shutters closed as we were on the ground floor and this made the room quite stuffy. The food and drink was quite expensive for what you got ie snack, wine etc and the Barbecue Night we felt was a bit of a rip off. 16 Euros each and it was billed as a traditional Greek BBQ night - it consisted of Greek Salad, Chips, Dolmades, Tomatoballs, Tzatziki and burnt Souvlaki, we think it might have been pork! No other meats. Oh and a litre carafe of wine between 4. 22 people paying 16 Euros ahead with that sort of fare - no wonder Sandy was happy the next day. We didn't like to risk asking if we could have some toilet roll when they didn't replace the empty rolls saying it would probably be 2 Euros a roll. Instead we nipped down to the local supermarket and bought a couple of rolls ourselves.
Towels - now we were only the for one week and heard that most people got their towles changed each day, however, we were not told that to have them changed, we had to leave them on the bed. We like most people hung them up which meant they couldn't get changed. Just as well really that we didn't leave our wet towels on the bed as the didn't change the bottom sheet once while we were there.
Nice clean rooms, lovely,clean pool and clean area (both pool and bar). Ideally situated, far enough away from the main bit where the bars and restaurants to be quiet but close enough to be able to stroll there of an evening. Was also very good of Sandy to come round and personally welcome us to the apartments. She did make us feel very welcome though and when our boat trip got cancelled on the Monday due to the weather (which was disappointing because it was my birthday), she did her best to get us happy and cheery.
Negative:
Sandy is a very good at making money and keeping it! During our welcome, she asked us if we wanted fan, safe and water - then held out her hand for the 38 euros. We were expecting to pay this having read reviews elsewhere, but at least let us unpack. A fan arrived and I think it would have been more efficient to hire someone to fan us, the fan even on full speed blew as much as a blow as a fly's fart! There were no mosquito screens so we had to have the shutters closed as we were on the ground floor and this made the room quite stuffy. The food and drink was quite expensive for what you got ie snack, wine etc and the Barbecue Night we felt was a bit of a rip off. 16 Euros each and it was billed as a traditional Greek BBQ night - it consisted of Greek Salad, Chips, Dolmades, Tomatoballs, Tzatziki and burnt Souvlaki, we think it might have been pork! No other meats. Oh and a litre carafe of wine between 4. 22 people paying 16 Euros ahead with that sort of fare - no wonder Sandy was happy the next day. We didn't like to risk asking if we could have some toilet roll when they didn't replace the empty rolls saying it would probably be 2 Euros a roll. Instead we nipped down to the local supermarket and bought a couple of rolls ourselves.
Towels - now we were only the for one week and heard that most people got their towles changed each day, however, we were not told that to have them changed, we had to leave them on the bed. We like most people hung them up which meant they couldn't get changed. Just as well really that we didn't leave our wet towels on the bed as the didn't change the bottom sheet once while we were there.
- Date of Holiday:Sep 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" Althought the apartments and pool... "
Submitted By: Miss L Dawson
Althought the apartments and pool area were clean I won't be returning and I would certainly not recommend it to any of my friends or family. The owner was out to make as much money as possible, to the extent that when we ran out of toilet paper on the day that our room wasn't cleaned (they don't leave any spare) we were told to go to the supermarket and buy some. There are far nicer places to stay.
- Date of Holiday:Sep 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" After stopping at sandy villas the... "
Submitted By: Mr R Worrall
After stopping at sandy villas the rooms was very basic indeed with hardly any utensils at all.I did stay in room 13 which felt like being in a prison camp 2 b honest. Has i went alone i know 65 euros is outragous 2 b charged indeed which she gave me no option at all. All sandy says is i want 2 make you happy lol, so longs she is taking your money and charging you 4 what she possibly can she will always smile at you. the olympic reps of vikki and sammy was absolutely brilliant they cannot do enough 4 you indeed. Beware on the last day if u do have your room she will charge you 25 euros and cannot share it will another couple if u get 2 know them while you r there. That is codswallop she is not allowed 2 charge extra for the room that day plus if shes knows you are sharing a room and says she will get fined in sandys words 3000 euros for having extra cases in there room that is also codswallop she is very money orientated so beware the pool was the best thing there. that was my experience just telling the truth so beware
- Date of Holiday:Sep 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" I've just returned from a week spent... "
Submitted By: Mrs S A Mavin
I've just returned from a week spent at Sandy's Villas in the resort of Perissa on the island of Santorini. This accommdation is about 5-10 minutes walk from local shops, resturants and bus stops. The beach is a bit further on and it is very true that the sand does get very hot. The accommodation itself is very clean and attractively decorated and although very basic in terms of cooking utensils that are provided, I found these to be adequate. Sandy's also has a swimming pool which was well maintained along with the poolside toilets. There were plenty of sunbeds available for use by the pool. There is also a snack bar where drinks and food were available all day long.
Sandy herself welcomed guests as they arrived and there was a welcome party at lunchtime the day after arrival for those who wished to attend. Fans and a safe were available and we were charged 35 euros for one fan and the safe. This seemed reasonable. Sandy came personally to invite us to the weekly Greek night that she holds.
Our Olympic Holidays rep., Vicki, put the information pack under our door as we didn't attend the welcome party and this proved very useful.
The one thing that I did find off putting was the notice that told guests not to bring their own food or drink to the pool area.
Of the area, I would say that it is both quiet and lively, depending on which part you are in.
We visted Fira, which is the capital of Santorini. For this reason it is quite a busy place but there are quiet places to stroll around which are away from all the shops. There are organised trips to various places on the island and if you want to visit the volcano this is the only way you will get there. But be warned, if you go to Oia at the end of the volcano trip, there are only two ways up from the port. Mule or on foot. It is quite a hike up the cliff and my advice would be to ensure that you are wearing adequate footware, wear a hat and have plenty of drinking water. It's worth it once you get to the top. Oia is stunning and watching the sunset is quite beautiful. Oia is also a lovely place to walk around in it's own right and worth a trip just for that.
All in all it was a lovely holiday and I would recommend Sandy's Villas which is overlooked by Mesa Vouno which I found quite stunning, especially in the early morning when the sun appeared from behind it.
Sandy herself welcomed guests as they arrived and there was a welcome party at lunchtime the day after arrival for those who wished to attend. Fans and a safe were available and we were charged 35 euros for one fan and the safe. This seemed reasonable. Sandy came personally to invite us to the weekly Greek night that she holds.
Our Olympic Holidays rep., Vicki, put the information pack under our door as we didn't attend the welcome party and this proved very useful.
The one thing that I did find off putting was the notice that told guests not to bring their own food or drink to the pool area.
Of the area, I would say that it is both quiet and lively, depending on which part you are in.
We visted Fira, which is the capital of Santorini. For this reason it is quite a busy place but there are quiet places to stroll around which are away from all the shops. There are organised trips to various places on the island and if you want to visit the volcano this is the only way you will get there. But be warned, if you go to Oia at the end of the volcano trip, there are only two ways up from the port. Mule or on foot. It is quite a hike up the cliff and my advice would be to ensure that you are wearing adequate footware, wear a hat and have plenty of drinking water. It's worth it once you get to the top. Oia is stunning and watching the sunset is quite beautiful. Oia is also a lovely place to walk around in it's own right and worth a trip just for that.
All in all it was a lovely holiday and I would recommend Sandy's Villas which is overlooked by Mesa Vouno which I found quite stunning, especially in the early morning when the sun appeared from behind it.
- Date of Holiday:Sep 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
" there is a lovely pool area...
there is a lovely pool area...
sandy obviously splashed out for the pool area..
probably explains the high prices for the food and drinks!!
rooms are boiling, you definitely need a fan.
lots of ants in the room..plus a few hidden spiders in the cupboards!
cleaned everyday except sunday, towels changed twice.
shower and kitchen facilities weren't fantastic.
rooms extremely basic.
but thats just a typical greek holiday!
overall, we did have a lovely time.
can't really grumble when we payed as little as we did!
definitely advise the volcano, hot springs and sunset trip.
and the forum on the beach front serves a fantastic carbonara!!
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Olympic Holidays
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Advice: no side walks-be carefull
Activities: gods garden resturant
Good for: Beach