First of all, our host Kostas was ever kind, helpful and discreet. He arranged for a taxi to pick us up at the airport, and even though we arrived late at night he heartily welcomed us with drinks; the following day he also brought us a bottle of raki, the delicious Cretan liquor, and a bigger one the next day to bring back home! The apartment is exactly as described, and we found it very clean and comfortable. All appliances were either new or recent and in perfect working order, including air conditioner and a reliable internet connection. Having lived in Crete for several years before, I know that this is not always the case! The neighbourhood is very quiet, with no traffic except for the cars of the few local residents. The only sound you will hear most of the time is crickets and cicadas. The sea, with crystal clear water, is so close I often did not even bother bringing a towel. The beaches closer to the apartment are narrow and can become a little crowded in the weekend, but there are larger beaches with few people in sight just a short walk away. There are several bars and good tavernas nearby, as well as a small supermarket. More options for food, drinks and shopping can be found in the nearby villages of Gournes and Kokkini Chani. Besides, Cretaquarium is about 1 Km to the east of the apt. and is well worth a visit. There are bus stops on the main road, about a 10' walk, but if you want to explore the area at leisure, renting a car costs a reasonable 25-35€/day. We took one for a couple of days; all we had to do was to ask Kostas, and a car was delivered to our front door within 1 hr. Altogether, this was a very enjoyable stay, and our host made it even more so. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet and relaxing stay in this part of Crete!