Our family stayed one week at the Old Tannery House and everything was perfect. We arrived at the house at 2:00 in the morning after a delayed flight and Anna and Niko were very understanding and welcomed us with open arms. They gave us a tour and shared some history about the house as well as the neighborhood which is known for their leather tanneries. Waiting for us on the kitchen table was fresh fruit and vegetables from their farm, homemade cake, wine, and raki (a local aperitif). All the beds were made and ready with clean sheets and blankets.
The house was very open feeling and had comfortable spaces inside the house as well as the patio which overlooks the ocean. Many mornings we enjoyed our coffee and breakfast outside. It was also really nice to have air conditioning and a washing machine + dryer (things uncommon in many Greek rentals).
The location is ideal for those who like easy access to the city without having to deal with the hustle and bustle. It’s a 10 minute walk along the coast to get to the old city of Chania where there is lots to see and do. We took many day trips in every direction and found that having Chania as our base was very convenient.
The house and location were fantastic, only to be surpassed by our incredible hosts. Anna and Niko live next door, and were always available if we needed them but respected our space. We so enjoyed their company that we had dinner with them two times during the week. If we are to return to Crete, a large part of the reason would be to see them again. I highly recommend a visit to the Old Tannery house!