Songs need to be composed hailing Artemis's superb hosting skills and boundless generosity.! Our first trip to Greece was made unforgettable by her kindness and thoughtfulness.
The apartment is gorgeous and the views are stunning. It was well appointed with everything we needed and more. Artemis met us at the apartment and was kind enough to let us check in early. She brought us fresh eggs from her farm and also thoughtfully supplied us with milk, thyme honey (they are beekeepers!) cheese, sausage, bacon and fruit so we didn't have to scurry to find food after a long flight. There is a never ending supply of olive oil from their farm which tasted amazing! The home made raki was magnificent!!
We mostly walked to the center of town even though the bus stop is a few steps away. It is a scenic walk by the sea and absolutely mesmerizing! We rented a car on our last night and found plenty of free parking very easily.
After a long day of sightseeing, it was great to relax on the balcony and then sleep on beds that have been the most comfortable we've had in Europe so far!
There are many coffee shops right outside the apartment but don't miss the bakery right across the street- incredible bread and the ladies who run it are delightful!
Artemis provided us guidance on choosing a great restaurant by the harbor for a celebration, and also helped us navigate roads off the beaten path to enjoy beautiful Chania. But the highlight of our trip was visiting Artemis's and Adonis's farm and learning about their sustainable lifestyle. They fed us traditional foods and tasted local wine.
Originally we were only going to spend a day in Chania, but reviews I read about Artemis persuaded us to stay longer. It was the right decision. The town is charming and the people are genuinely nice.
This was perfection! Pure perfection.