We had a fantastic stay at Villa Chrissi. Kostas was very efficient and helpful in the run up to the trip providing car hire and local area details and easy to follow directions. The owners - Doris and Manolis were completely charming from start to finish – such a lovely couple and so welcoming and helpful. When we arrived Doris had filled the fridge with essentials so that we didn't need to rush out for basics. Everything that you need is at the villa so you don't have to spend a fortune buying basics, e.g. fairy liquid, condiments, oil (from their own trees), balsamic vinegar etc. Towels were provided for indoor and for the pool so no need to pack bulky items. The villa was spotless, and lovely Dina came in to clean twice while we were there (only for 10 days). Doris took us on a guided tour of the area when we arrived to show us the bakery (yum - I'd recommend the fresh raisin and sesame rings) and local minimart (open until late and at weekends with very friendly owners) and some local tavernas. Doris' help meant that we felt completely settled in immediately.

The villa itself is lovely and the view from the pool area is stunning. There is an outside kitchen down by the pool so that when you are preparing lunch you are looking out over the infinity pool and the sea. My children loved the fact that there was a beautiful horse - Zephyr next to the pool and some goats. The girls just played in the gardens and the pools and were as happy as larry. The villa is set up in the hills so is incredibly peaceful with the occasional herd of sheep and goats trotting by. We went at Easter so all the spring flowers were out in the Olive groves on the way down to the village.

We travelled around the island and easily did Elounda, Spinalonga and Agios Nikolaos in a day trip - the new National Road is great.

It was a fantastic trip and topped off by being invited for Easter Sunday lunch with Doris and Manolis - an amazing feast.

I would highly recommend a stay at ViIla Chrissi and if you are lucky enough to be there when Doris and Manolis are there then you will be in for a very warm welcome!