Alexandra’s place is truly stunning inside and out. She has a great eye for design and detail making sure you have every comfort at your disposal. It’s clear she gets a great deal of pleasure from
hosting and making you feel welcome.
The house is extremely well equipped with everything you need and more. There are beautiful Turkish pool towels, good quality toiletries and she provided lots of local food and wine for our late arrival which was much appreciated.
The view is simply magical and even though it was cooler than we expected in the evenings because you’re quite high up in the mountains we loved sitting out and enjoying the stars. Alexandra thoughtfully provides mosquito coils and replant but if you’re susceptible to bites like me bring some more.
The village was quiet as we were there in October but the shop seemed to be open all the time and has everything you need. The locals are super friendly. Alexandra suggested Otaki Taverna down the road and it did not disappoint.
We drove the two hours to Elaphonisi beach with its pink sands and loved it so much we went back the next day. The drive really doesn’t feel too long as the second half is stunning through the mountains and we stopped at St Sophia’s Cave on the road in. Also a must see is Chania…the old town and harbour are simply stunning.
All in all Alexandra’s 1891 Home comes extremely highly recommended by us and we hope to come back again one day and explore more of beautiful Crete!