My husband and I stayed at Alma’s lovely home for four nights and were very sad to leave. The airy beach-themed house is filled with beautiful touches such as indoor swings, a well stocked kitchen and a veranda with a view of Souda Bay. There is AC but if you keep the windows open at night there is a cooling cross breeze. It was only the two of us this time, but the house can comfortably fit at least 5 people. The location is perfect if you’re looking for some R&R - Kounoupidiana is a quiet town but only a short drive to beaches and the city of Chania. We planned to do a lot of hiking but given the scorching July heat opted to lounge around the house and go to the beach and town instead.
Alma is a warm and engaging host. She greeted us with a bottle of wine and homemade spinach pastries on the first night and was kind enough to take us on a hike through monastic grounds that led to a secluded swimming cove. Alma checked in on us throughout our stay and even took us for coffee before we headed to the airport. We just got back home and miss her amazing hospitality already. We hope to be back soon with our whole family.