Renata's flat was AMAZING. In the perfect setting overlooking the hills of Gavalohori - we loved watching sunrises and sunsets from the patio especially. Personal touches, including a welcome by the owner and arak and cheese pies, made us feel at home. We didn't spend nearly as much time at the pool as we wish we could have... The aircon in the flat worked really well as the heat turned up in Crete.
The town itself is an absolute gem with great restaurants. Chania and Rethymno are a bit of a drive, but this is perfectly situated between each. Almyrida is a great beach town a 10 min drive away.
Note that Google might try to send you down some crazy roads to get to the town. If coming from Iraklio, I recommend sticking to the main roads through Vamos. It adds about 7 minutes but is much easier.