Our stay at Fotis has been a wonderful experience. Maybe the best part was actually to be his guests and get to share an authentic sense of Cretan hospitality and warmth (especially after going through this long period of social distancing). Fotis and his mother really took care of us and through countless gestures and presents made us feel at home from the very beginning. She was the second sun of those holidays and gave the full meaning to the idea of sharing someone’s home.

Hidden among the olive trees, the half villa is very well situated on the hills facing Falassarna beaches. It sits five minutes from the sea and the quiet village of Platanos where locals cultivate a typical art de vivre. While walking its back streets, we were systematically invited to sit and have a drink under the shades of family trees.
The villa has original details (stone oven, wooden floor and ceiling) and is very confortable. It is important to mention that the internet connexion is very fast and reliable. From the vast shared terrasse and the bedrooms balconies we could admire the sunset, the olive fields and the panoramic shore line. There was always a part of the house where we could sit outside and relax. We also loved to chat with the neighbour who offered us her delicious lemons and told us about the historical watch tower that her family rebuilt.
Of course, we have to mention the exceptional beauty of the Falassarna beach with its pink sand and turquoise water. With a bit more effort you can find isolated coves that are the remnants of the antique harbour. The archeological site is a must see. We certainly recommend Fotis’ villa to a family that looks for an authentic stay next to one of the most beautiful beach of Kreta.