An easy booking process, with Steve keeping us up to date and responding swiftly. On arrival, the property was perfect - the bottle of fizz was especially welcome after a long flight! The accommodation was high quality throughout and was fully equipped. None of us could fault it. For us, a home to home with all the creature comforts. It was even better than the photos -which is itself a rarity! The patio area has a medium size hedge giving privacy should one want it but still only a stone's throw from the pool. There were plenty of sun loungers but there were also two on the patio which were ideal for the afternoon sun. Even in August, the complex was fairly quiet and the pool was fabulous. Many a fun hour was spent in it. Stewart and Anne who manage the property are little treasures.

Anarita is, one assumes, typically Cypriot - not overly pretty but this wasn't an issue for us. Mandria is nice but more touristy. In the village, we did eat at both Joe's Diner and Olivio's. Both good with friendly staff and we were particularly impressed with Olivio's. Gabrielle's at Kouklia is a must, especially on a Thursday evening with Greek dancers and Cypriot buffets (need to book, excellent value for money). Car hire is essential. There's a small mini-market in the village but we didn't use. it. There are plenty of supermarkets in the area towards/in Paphos and one on the way to Mandria (large white building past two smaller mini-markets on the right) which the locals and English use. We discovered it did hot takeout food (traditional Cypriot food including meatballs and other traditional fayre as well as cooked chickens/roast potatoes etc) on our last day which looked good. They also did freshly made subs etc. We didn't get a chance to try the hot food but this would be a good alternative to eating out/cooking. Popular with the locals - wish we'd found it sooner!

The property is well placed for trips, the airport and Paphos. We had some chill days and also took ourselves up the Troodos mountains (scary when nearly ran out of petrol - not many petrol stations up there!!), the local water park (quite small but a good day out - didn't feel too packed), Paphos (shopping and tiger boat ride) as well as the obligatory Jeep safari. The children even tried scuba diving in Latchi (a good day out).

We like to try different countries each year but should we return to Cyprus this is the property for us! We can't recommend it highly enough.

Thanks again