We had an amazing 1 week stay at Kostas'. The house is idyllic, the view is spectacular, the pool is really big, everything just like on the pictures or even better. We were 2 families, each one with 1 toddler and the set up of the house was perfect. One family was sleeping in the bedrooms on the pool floor and the other one on the top floor, so that each one had enough privacy and own space. The common areas, kitchen / living room is super spacious and makes it super easy to cook and chill. The kitchen is fully furnished like you would never find in any other Airbnb. There is even a big gas BBQ which we used on a daily basis. We really enjoyed the fact that real people live in this house, it's not just an airbnb, it feels super cosy and at home.
Kostas had several little attentions which made the whole difference. He waited for us at the house even though we arrived at 11PM and welcomed us with some Raki. He even had bought some food for us, which was super kind. At the end of our stay, he came by during our absence and left a little gift in front of the door. Super nice! He was very reactive to my many messages and questions.
The house is absolutely stunning, the view is spectacular. You can see planes take off and land from the pool and the balcony, which the kids (and adults!) loved. It's not too noisy so it doesn't disturb otherwise.
About the area: The area between the house and the beach is rather desertic but behind the house towards the small village of Elya, there are nice olive trees fields and sheep and goats, it's nicely rural. We went to a fabulous restaurant in the little village Elya, on the church square just 4km above the house, an absolute authentic greek experience. Heraklion and Agios Nikolaos are easily reachable. Overall a central location of you have a car. The only minus point of the location would be the way to the beach. The beach and shops / restaurants are rather close (less than 1km) but the way down there is really not nice so you might want to take your car instead.
But overall a fantastic stay, we absolutely loved the house and can warmly recommend it! And thanks Kostas for your amazing hospitality!