WOW!!!!! For our three week stay in Santorini, Villa Renieris was perfect. It has a functional kitchen capable of meal prep if desired, and all of the other amenities of a well organized apartment, including Wi Fi capable of supporting our Fire Stick for Net Flix, Amazon Prime, and etc. It truly felt like we were at home, with fantastic ocean views from both sides of the apartment.
We are not the pack and unpack kind of people, and prefer spending longer in one spot to not only enjoy what is spectacular scenery but to get to know a few folks, and be acquainted with an area well enough to have favorite restaurants and beaches for return visits. Artemis, owner of the property, is a fantastic guy, and owns the restaurant Kofini which is on the first level. We spent several evenings dining with him, and enjoying a glass or two of Santorini wine. Oh, did I mention his food is terrific? Just down the street is a travel agency from which we procured a car, and lots of tips on what to do and see. Tours are also available, but we like the self guided kind. Getting away from the hub bub of Fira and Oia makes a car very important.
We did make a short visit to Crete, enjoying a couple of wineries, and a south shore beach that was very laid back and had a great restaurant. Crete is more of a commercial island, and doesn't seem to cater to travelers the way Santorini people do. They certainly understand the importance of tourism to the island.
Bottom line, Villia Renieris is the perfect spot from which to enjoy a laid back visit to Santorini. If you need a pool and the commotion of a resort, it is not the place for you. If, however, you are interested in a genuine Greek and Santorini experience, being a guest of Artemis is the way to go.