Timedrops Santorini Villas

Timedrops was amazing. Authentic and full of character in a little village away from the hustle and bustle of the main towns and cruise ship visitors. The rooms are set within the castle area of Emporeio so you get a real feel of what the traditional places are like. Rooms were clean and beds were comfy. The pool was refreshing and sparkling. Nicholas, the manager, is very helpful and booked our transfers, boat trip and rental car for us. The steps are quite steep so elderly, very young or less able may struggle. We had a fantastic time and would recommend Timedrops to anyone wanting a quiet, comfortable stay away from the main towns

What a stunning villa we had, this place a is a hidden treasure and such a lovely area to explore with little hidden restaurants / shops a small walk away. The owner checked us in with a very helpful friendly explanation of the villa and things to do in the area. He also upgraded us to the largest villa, gave us a very welcomed cold drink on arrival. Hands down the best place to stay for some much needed R&R. Felt very spoiled.

We spent 1 week in this beautiful village back in October. The Villa had a beautiful private pool, was well located within a small village, had private parking, and a wonderful host (Nikos). We enjoyed being away from the crowds of Oia/ Fira, and instead enjoy the proximity to local wine villages and the stunning volcanic beaches of Perissa. The Lidl supermarket was 10min drive away, we loved our stay and had a wonderful holiday.

Nice apartment with a lovely terrace and plunge pool. Plenty big enough for the four of us. Only complaint is some things didn't work such as the kettle and one of the bedside lights. So they hadn't been checked recently. The hot water was also a bit hit and miss. Sometimes there wasn't any for a day or two. The apartments were nicely designed and in part of the old castle complex. It was lovely exploring there in the evening. Lots of narrow windy alleyways. 10 mins from shops. The road to the site is very narrow and the complex is best avoided if you struggle on steep steps.

We stayed at Timedrops for 4 nights. The villa was lovely and clean. We had water, juice and waffles left for us. Niko was very friendly and helpful though check in was lengthy. The pool was absolutely freezing and had flies and bugs floating in it. Could do with a net so guests can fish them out! We were unable to use it. It’s a shame where these villas are situated as the area of Emporio is not very nice. Lots of derelict unused buildings,streets covered in dog and cat poo. After dark we stayed in as didnt feel safe. Dogs coming at you barking and growling. Local restaurants not nice. We walked to Perissa beach(took around 30 mins). Lovely beaches with lots of food choices. Take the bus to Fira, book a table and watch the beautiful sunset. If we ever visit this island again we would stay in Fira or Oia.

We arrived at Timedrops after a long day of travelling and no one was there to greet us. After a few minutes the manager (Nico) pulled up in his car with another couple who were staying at the villas. I assume he collected them from the airport whereas we got a taxi. Nico very kindly helped us into the reception with our luggage along with the other guests. He requested some details from us on a lengthy form, which bearing in mind it was 12:30am isn’t something we really needed to do there and then. Whilst we were filling out said form, Nico disappeared for a good 30 mins. He had gone to collect one half of another family staying the villas, then went back again for the other half. It’s now 1am, and as kind and friendly as Nico is, this is not an acceptable time to be telling us what there is to do on the island. He kept talking and talking until 1:30am!! FINALLY time to check in to our villa……Nico took us on a 5 minute walk to the Kallisti Courtyard Suite. Now I’d recommend you email Timedrops before you stay to find out which villa you are staying in. If you are unfortunate enough to be in the same villa as us request to be moved. Honestly, it’s in the middle of a building site. Danger signs everywhere. And it’s so far away from the reception and other villas, the steps up to the villa also are lethal!! Once in our villa, Nico continued to talk. Now 2am. We would’ve been so happy to listen and talk to him all morning the next day, but not at 2am after a day of travelling. At first looks, the villa seemed lovely. The shower didn’t work, one of the bathroom taps was literally hanging out and the whole place just needed some TLC. The pool area was disgusting. Nico wasn’t hardly at the reception to complain to, nor did he answer is WhatsApp messages (which he said is the best way to contact him). As for Emporio itself, I wouldn’t recommend staying here. As beautiful as the churches and castle are, it’s totally out of the way of the beauty the island really has to show. My partner and I rarely ventured out after dark as we didn’t feel safe. We were meant to be staying at Timedrops for two weeks but we were so so disappointed that we’ve checked out of there over a week early and moved to a different part of the island and villa. DO NOT STAY HERE IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A LUXURY HOLIDAY.

Nous avons passé 4 nuits dans la villa Volcano Les villas Timedrops sont situées dans le petit village d’Emporio qui est très charmant avec ses ruelles et son centre. Des magasins et toute nécessité à 5minutes de marche. Arrêt de bus également a environ 5 mn mais attention car souvent les bus sont complets en haute saison et, comme partout à santorin, la signalisation n’est pas tres claire (bus express fira/perivolos ne s’arrête pas). Je recommande d’avoir une voiture de location, de préférence petite car ruelles étroites et sinueuses. Parking à disposition à la villa. Mais le bus reste possible, nous l’avons fait le premier jour pour perissa et fira. Accueil par notre hôte parfait, il a organisé notre transfert le soir depuis l’aéroport pour 35 e (4 personnes). La villa : accès par des escaliers. Arrivée sur une petite terrasse avec la piscine privée (un bouton sur la piscine pour activer les jets côté banc - nous ne l’avions pas vu les premiers jours :)). Elle est magnifique ! Entrée sur le séjour avec une grande table et rangement possible Une toute petite cuisine mais qui permet de faire le nécessaire (juste assez de vaisselle pour 4, mais nous n’étions pas là pour ça). Une première chambre surélevée (2/3 marches) avec un grand lit et sa petite salle d’eau, une deuxième chambre au fond du séjour avec deux lits simples et une autre salle d’eau (encore qq marches), petite … Couchages confortables. Pas de climatisation mais des ventilateurs que nous n’avons pas eu besoin d’utiliser car les murs gardent la fraîcheur. Tout est très propre et typique (troglodyte). Le ménage est fait chaque jour entre 10h et 11h, serviettes changées et piscine nettoyée le matin. Enfin, une immense terrasse au dessus de la villa avec une vue mer éloignée qui est très agréable pour les repas ou apéros !!! L’hôte est discret mais aux petits soins pour de bons conseils et organiser des excursions, restaurants ou transferts en urgence Nous avions de l’eau, jus d’orange, petits gâteaux et vin offerts à notre arrivée Visite d’un petit chat le dernier jour sur notre terrasse qui cherchait quelques câlins Enfin le village est idéalement situé sur l’île car au calme, loin du tumulte de fira et Oia mais rapidement accessible en voiture : 10 mn de perivolos ou akrotiri, environ 20 mn de fira Bref nous recommandons en toute saison !!!! C’était parfait et nous avions hésité entre plusieurs logements mais n’avons pas regretté notre choix !