We were greeted by Manolis's mother upon driving into the driveway. She showed us the apartment and explained where we could go for groceries and popular eating places. The apartment was absolutely perfect! There was coffee and tea, a bottle of wine and juice and water. Everything to refresh after getting off a plane! There is a private cove for snorkeling and swimming, a pool and a view to die for. Our host, Manolis checked in with us every day and answered our questions and gave us advice on travel. I will actually look forward to staying here again. We could have just stayed in the immediate area our entire trip and enjoyed ourselves. We did drive in to "town" to see the Venetian Harbor, and make a little trip to Elafonissi, the "pink beach," which took a couple of hours, but was worth it. Manolis even gives you big beach towels to use so you don't have to mess up your bath towels. Covered parking was nice, as it was very hot while we were there. Thanks for my favorite place to stay in Crete!