A car is a necessity. If you are seeking a remote & tranquil location, Keramos is ideal. The property is charming, impeccably maintained & the pool fountain makes lounging very peaceful. The special touches that George & Claire provided (some of their own olive oil, sea salt & Raiki) made our apartment feel warm & welcoming. Because we were arriving @ nearly midnight, George went above & beyond and picked us up @ the airport. He also graciously stocked our fridge with the basic necessities we needed for coffee & breakfast on our first morning since we were arriving so late at night. When we wanted to use the outdoor grill, he bought a new grill brush & charcoal for us. When we needed anything, he responded immediately. He truly is a Superhost!
While you need a car to see Heraklion & other areas on Crete, the small grocery store down the hill from Keramos (the one that is owned by Stella’s mom) has EXCELLENT prices (compared not only to Crete but to other islands as well) & it is very well-stocked. They sell everything from wine & beer, charcuterie, fresh eggs & freshly butchered meat (upon request), to internationally-branded toiletries. They also sell numerous types of small, well-priced Greek gift items. Their inventory is more than adequate to cook almost any type of meal, at prices that the locals pay. Ex: a 1.5L bottle of water was 0.50 Euros versus 1.50 to 2.50 Euros elsewhere for the same bottle. With the fully equipped kitchens, herb garden and outdoor grill at Keramos, we were able to cook a lovely lamb dinner with guests who were staying next to us. The experience of cooking with new friends & enjoying a meal together was one of the highlights of our trip! If your ideal holiday is relaxation & tranquility, you will definitely find that at Keramos! It is a gem of a property!