This double room, 20 square metres, sits on either the ground or first floor of the building and has just been renovated. Each room opens onto its own balcony or terrace, facing the small islands of Vourvourou and, further off, the outline of Mount Athos. The bay here is sheltered by nine islets, which keeps the water calm and gives the view its particular, layered look of sea, land and mountain.

Inside, the decor favours earthy, muted tones with a few modern touches worked in, avoiding anything too polished or uniform. A hydro-massage shower gives an option beyond the balcony view, and the room comes with a fully equipped kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Coffee-making facilities and a safe are included, along with free Wi-Fi and free parking on site.

Evenings tend to be quiet, marked by birdsong, the sight of traditional fishing boats returning, and the scent of the garden below. The wider area has a handful of tavernas and small markets, without a single defined centre, and boat trips to nearby Diaporos island or along the Athos coastline depart from Vourvourou for those who want to see more of the coast by water.