We were a party of 6 and we stayed in The House on the Bay for 10 days and we had the most fantastic holiday. George is the perfect host, he was there to meet us and was contactable by phone throughout our stay. He is a wealth of information about the island of Crete and the local area can answer any question you may have. He provides a great guide which comes with the house giving tips on restaurants, day trips and local history. When we arrived George was kind enough to drive us to the supermarket which was a great help.
The best thing about The House on the Bay is without a doubt its location with direct access to the waters edge with great swimming in the bay from a few steps leading from the patio area. In the evening you are rewarded with amazing sun sets in a tranquil and private setting. The house is well equipped and simple and has an authenitic and rustic appeal which suited us very well. Geroge's aunt lives up stairs but you never see her only to wave occassionally from her balcony. When we arrived she provided wine and fruit which was very welcome and George also left us some fantastic warm cheese pie for breakfast one morning which he left on our doorstep.
A few minutes walk from the house you will find several tavernas all are very good with different styles. Our favourite was Kalamaki, we used to go for drinks before dinner at their sea front bar area and enjoy fresh fish. We hired a small boat for the day from the small harbour opposite the house and went around the bay visiting small islands, that was fantastic. There is a bus stop to Chania very close to the house. Chania is wonderful for the evening with the lovely Venetian Harbour and wonderful eating and drinking options. A small supermarket is 2 minutes away from the house which stocks most things.
All in all a fantastic holiday, in the end George was more like a friend and we went out for a drink with him on our last night and had such a lovely evening. We hope to return soon thanks George for all your kindness.