Villa ilia is about 15 minutes up a scenic tortuous road in the town or Roussospiti. This is 75minute drive from
Heraklion airport. The views are incredible. The villa comfortably sleeps 8. It’s well equipped and all ensuite. Some
Bathrooms are slightly dated eg 2 Shower over baths but for excellent value for money. The WiFi is free but slow, we preferred our U.K. SIM card allowances as faster. The pool in October was freezing as shaded most of the day but the local beaches had water warmer than we ever get in U.K. and we swam several times with kids for half to one hour without any chills. The water is crystal
Clear. Rethymno is the 2nd city after Heraklion. The old town offer a good few days of side streets to explore and some high quality restaurants. Sit and enjoy the atmosphere and pace of
Life . The roads are slow rarely over 80kmh and often down to 60 or 50 kmh and lots of speed cameras. You can
Easily spend hours driving to
This beach or that ancient site so
Be prepared for lots of commute. Last week of October sees lots of taverna’s closing and even some big hotels close down after half term. Easy jet stop
Flying from 7/11/19 so not easy to get too. However the friendly places the scenery and places of interests plus decent weather and deserts beaches can make a good value week away. Thoroughly enjoyed.