Valanti and his parents were waiting in the house for us to arrive. We arrived in darkness in a downpour, but after a quick phone call, Nick, Valanti's father, came out to meet us and guide us to the house. Valanti and his mother made the others feel at home, while Nick took me to park our hire car. (There is free parking along the sea wall by the Citadel)
The house was exceptionally well equipped, and cupboards and fridge were stocked with condiments, bottled water, oranges and Raki.
A well stocked small supermarket was close by, and we often succumbed to temptation at Hari's Creperie - you could almost read the menu from the balcony. And down below a wonderful bakers shop provided breakfast pastries.
Old Town Rethimnon is lovely for exploring - no cars, the odd moped, lots of quirky shops, a vast choice of cafe's & restaurants, and lots of cats to feed.
Despite the late October rain we found plenty to see and do, and would love to return.