We are a mature ,well travelled couple and spent a month this summer at Theodora s apartment.We immediately felt at home and by the time we left we felt like locals.Supermarkets and lots of choice for eating out, public tennis courts in front of the apartment,community swimming pool with little ones being coached, a organised beach club with sunbeds, umbrellas, reataurant open all day, open air theatre short distance away, food delivery if needed, several lovely beaches in walking distance…. And more and more..It is a residential neighbourhood with the normal coming and goings of residents doing their thing.The location was so convenient that we cancelled our car rental a few days before it was due.Public bus service good.New air conditioned buses, well organised bus terminal.Can walk to bus terminal or a short 5 euro taxi ride to terminal.Routes cover beaches, villages and major towns.Will definitely book it again.If you want to be totally immersed in the community , this is the way to do it. Popi and Theodora were on hand with referrals to restaurants and Cretan music events.