This is a fantastic studio. One of the best we've stayed in through AirBnB. It's been renovated to such a high standard, great lighting and decoration, really good bathroom (nice shower, plenty of hot water), comfy bed, beautiful exposed stonework and wood. It's really thoughtfully furnished with good coffee machine, washing machine, hairdryer, iron, outside seating, books etc. These lovely personal touches made us feel so welcome as guests. Ian is a great host who made himself available and gave lots of local info and tips on places to visit/eat etc.
Melambres is a wonderful place to stay. We felt so close to Cretan life as it's really lived. We ate in both the tavernas in the village and experienced the most gracious hospitality; no menus, just whatever happens to be cooked that day but all delicious. We also tried out one of several village bars and were made so welcome, glass after glass of (really good) local raki and delicious fruit. From here it's a short drive (10-20 mins) to the most fabulous beaches and the Amaria valley etc. We thoroughly recommend the village and studio and hope to visit again.