I stayed with a friend almost one week at this beatiful and traditional cretean house. The host lives nearby and is very nice and hospitable. The house is located in the mountains between Chania and Rethimo. It is therefore a good starting point if you are exploring west Crete by car. However, the small village of Vafes offers you opportunities for dinner and a minimarket for groceries. To sum it up: I totally recommend the place.