We just got back from staying 8 days at the OSTRIA Studio. Prior to that, we had stayed a week in a 2 bedroom place at Village Heights Resort. Although our stay at the resort was enjoyable, the stay at OSTRIA, a place that was a third smaller than Village Heights, was so much more enjoyable. George, Maria, Katerina and Constantine were the most hospitable hosts. They treated us like family- George even had a barbecue for us one evening; also took us to a small village where we observed authentic Cretan lifestyle, enjoying a delicious dinner at the local taverna. Constantine escorted us to Heraklion, pointing out sights, and making sure we were not lost. We are overwhelmed with gratitude to this beautiful family who took us in, not knowing anything about us, and showed us the most fantastic time ever. There is no doubt that we have all become good friends and that a trip back will be happening, soon I hope. There are so many other things I could write about, too many to list. But I highly recommend any of their places- for it does not matter where you stay. It is always the people that make the difference. I miss my Cretan family already- and yes, I really feel like they are family for that is how generous, warm and hospitable they are. I've stayed in places all over the world, and never had a bad stay. But I never felt a need to sit down and write a review. So consider this review with a hundred stars for it seriously deserves it.