We stayed at Clive and Chantal's 'Art House' for ten days this July. We were attracted by the beautiful pictures of the house and it's central location in Heraklion. What we didn't bargain for was the warmth and hospitality of our hosts who went well out of their way to make us feel welcome and entreated us to make ourselves at home: meeting us from the airport was well appreciated especially as Clive brought ice cold water with him in the heat of the midday sun! The house was well-stocked with fresh provisions and a luscious fruit bowl and bottle of rather lovely local wine.
Clive took us on a short walking tour to help us find our bearings around town. This was like having your own personal tour guide as he is so knowledgeable about the local area (and runs a useful local website). Recommendations for places to eat we're spot-on and such good value for money. In particular the restaurant Peskesi was a real treat for our wedding anniversary dinner - spectacular food in a fantastic restored old building - thanks for the tip Clive.
But I guess most of you want to know about the comfort of the accommodation! This was fantastic and we made good use of the small terrace outside the bedroom, morning and evening. My husband enjoyed having a base to come back and watch the Tour de France on a decent telly, and I found one of my most favourite CDs in the rack so I was in heaven!
Thanks again Clive and Chantal for your friendship and hospitality. If you are ever in Bedford,UK please look us up - we owe you a drink!!