I am a much more relaxed version of the “me” who arrived almost a week ago. If you want a place that will allow you to decompress and chill out without having to go anywhere then this is the place for you. With a front and back garden with lots of different places to sit (dining table in each garden, sofa, breakfast bar, sun loungers and deck chairs) there will be a perfect sunny or shady spot for every moment you’re here.
The plunge pool is fantastic for cooling off and the outdoor shower is a refreshing alternative to the equally super shower in the bathroom.
The indoor and outdoor kitchens are well equipped for whipping up meals, and the washing machine, clothes airer, ironing board and hairdryer mean that you can travel light.
Of course, if you want to use the house as a base to go and explore the area in a rental car, then it’s perfect for that too. There are lots of towns and villages with great restaurants, beaches and shops, and up in the mountains you’ll find delights like the Botanical Gardens.
Sifis is a fantastically helpful and welcoming host and the house is fabulous. So, my advice if you’re looking for a bolt hole in Crete? Book a holiday here