Simos' place was excellent. It was in a quieter location next to some great coffee shops and restaurants, and easily walkable to the city center and the ferry port (which we did with our bags in tow - very easy!). The apartment itself was very spacious, clean, up to date, and comfortable. Simos gave us excellent restaurant recommendations - and I PROMISE you, you should listen to him! One of our best meals in our entire 14 day stay in Greece (multiple cities and islands) was a recommendation in Heraklion from him. He was excellent with communication, was very friendly, and made us feel comfortable and welcome.