Our stay at Emmanuel's place was a fastanstic experience. We felt like we truly got to experience local life by staying here, slightly outside the city center of Chania, but in a beautiful mixed residential and hotel neighborhood. The apartment is a 5 minute walk from a lovely beach. It is also a block away from the main road heading into town which makes it easy to take the bus or grab a taxi for a 15 min ride to the city center. There are plenty of amenities nearby such as a grocery store, a market convenience store, a coffee shop, pita shop, pizza place, and plenty of taverns and restaurants. Emmanuel is such a nice guy who makes it really easy to communicate. He is genuinely interested in his guests and wants to make sure you have a good stay. The apartment is just as is looks and was fresh and clean. He even left wine and beer and had other special touches too. The apartment has air conditioning, which is great at night in the hot summer! And of course, his dog Lulu was a highlight as she was always happy to say hello and play. Thanks for all the tips and for the great stay!! We loved Chania.