I stayed at Sotiria's lovely home with my four teenage children and we were all very pleased that we chose to stay up in the hills overlooking the bay .The views and drive up to the house were fabulous.We were nestled in amongst a small cluster of villas and close to Maroulas and took the opportunity to try out the places that Sotiria recommended to eat ,the first night walking up the hill to the taverna Fantastiko where the views at night were stunning with far reaching views and wonderful sunset.
The house was spacious and had all the modern comforts with crisp linen and towels and was well set out with a modern kitchen and bathrooms and had all the amenities needed for the stay ,the washing machine being very handy after trips to the beach.
All the main rooms ,including all the bedrooms had large terraces with seating areas and we ate out around the table on the main terrace a few times enjoying the peace of the surroundings.The garden was lovely with an abundance of aromas from the many herbs and flowers planted in large urns and pots around the pool area.The pool itself really was dazzling ,as described in the listing ,and checked upon each day by Sotirias Dad ,who also kept the garden area tidy.
The location itself was very convenient ,as we had hoped,for trips to the various beaches ,towns and places of interest.The trip in the car down the hill to the Baja Beach Club being around 10 mins.Rethymnon was a short drive away ,Chania around an hour away.We also visited Lake kournas ,Necropolis Of Armeni,Spili & Eleurtherna all a short drive away.
Sotiria was very welcoming and during a short visit, invited us in to share her Mums lovely cake and some local beverage with her sister,Dad and of course to meet Rex the dog who was on top form and also enjoying a little holiday !All in all we had a great holiday and would highly recommend the comfort and location of this lovely property.