This flat is in the perfect location in a wonderful town. It is on a picturesque little passageway only about 50 meters from the old port. You can easily stroll along the quayside of the port and enjoy the crowds and scenery there, or withdraw to the relatively quiet charm of the narrow pedestrian way of Isidion. There is an excellent restaurant across the passageway and wonderful patisserie 2 doors down with fabulous temptations!

There are two flats in the building. Our flat takes up the top two floors, with a private balcony looking out over the lane and up to the bell tower of the orthodox church. We were glad to have this high perch overlooking the street. (If you have a lot of luggage, be prepared for the stairs, but it is worth it!). We loved having coffee or reading on the balcony and watching all the activity below.

We were at the tail-end of the tourist season, so most of the flats opposite us were not occupied. The lane is narrow, so they are very close and we don't know what it would be like if they were all occupied.

We had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. The kitchen is generally well-equipped (although with all the wonderful restaurants around, we did not do any real cooking) and the bathroom has been modernized.

Greeks eat late, and seem to talk a lot, which meant that sometimes the lively scene below generated some exuberant noise. But the bedrooms are at the back and we were not greatly bothered. It was all very civilized and warm, rather than raucous.

Everyone we met was extremely kind, helpful and friendly -- even the waiters from local establishments who came to recognize us. Dimitris made sure someone was on hand to meet us and was very accommodating at giving us access earlier than usual. He also owns the shop beneath the apartments, so there was generally someone there to check in with us and make sure that everything was OK and to answer any questions.

Great place to stay in a great town -- this was a terrific find for us. The apartment made all the difference in a memorable stay in Chania.