We’ve traveled & used Airbnb many times over the years, and travel to Greece often. I was born in Greece but raised in the USA. I always look for Airbnbs that are as local as possible, and whose hosts are either actively involved in managing the rental or at least invested in it. Usually it means it is a home that has been in the family for a long time and they are renting it to keep it in the family.
Aspasia fit (& exceeded) all the criteria. Her family is from that area of Crete, she’s & I her husband & child live downstairs & they rent the upstairs to keep it in the family.
She was warm, generous, responsive and welcoming. She had a nice platter of cheese & fruit (and of course the local aperitif, Raki) to welcome us and regularly checked on us. Now that we are retired we got & stay in one place for at least a month, and in Greece we stay a month in 2 or 3 places. This was by far the best experience we’ve had, and we’ve had a lot of great stays!
If you want a really pleasant and genuine Greek experience, and access to lots of beaches, ancient history and the best of Greek hospitality, look no further!