This is the perfect place to stay in Plaka. The apartment is centrally located with all the amenities you need for a self catering stay but with plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from. The local supermarket is a short walk away and larger butchers and bakeries are in Elounda, about a ten minute drive.
There is a small area outside the apartment to sit and eat and watch the world go by - perfect for sunrise and sunset. It is shaded in the afternoon which is perfect for escaping the Cretan heat.
Opposite the house is a small stone beach where you can swim/snorkel. We took a boat trip and didn’t see as many fish/squid/crabs as you can spot here while snorkelling! They all congregate near the local restaurants.
Although the area is a popular tourist destination it never felt busy. If you would rather sit on a sunbed near the beach there are plenty 5 minutes walk away where you can hire a large bed and swim while ordering drinks/food.
All of the restaurants were good but we highly recommend The Hope in the mountain village: Mavrikiano, Elounda, Crete 72053 Greece. The food was great, amazing views and friendly service.
Eleftheria was the perfect hostess. We arrived very late but communication was excellent and we experienced no difficulties. She was very helpful with ideas of places to visit.
Just a perfect stay - mountains, turquoise seas, great amenities and a spot to watch the world go by.
Thank you Eleftheria.