The villa is located in the area that is 650 meters far from the main road from Ierapetra to Gra Lygia. It's very clean and very well-equipped. If you are planning to work at the villa, you will be able to do so - the Internet speed is 20-30 Mbit/second. The closest shops that can be reached on foot is the bakery on the main road and mini market across it at the gas station (the prices are a bit higher than at the supermarket, but it fits perfectly well for your first shopping here). The closest beach is a bit small, though it's within 10 minutes walking distance. The larger one is located within 25 minutes walk in Gra Lygia and it's better equipped. Also within 20 minutes walk there is a supermarket in Gra Lygia where you can find anything you need. The villa is a perfect place for those seeking the retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. If you are planning to rent the car and are going to stay in the company of 4-6 people, villa will fit you perfectly. You would be able to use the eqipped barbeque area and gather at the large table either on the terrace or in the dinning room. The villa has nice view to the mountains and surrounded by the olive, lemon, orange, fig trees. If you'd like to explore the small villages and towns nearby, Myrtos that is in 10 minutes drive is definetely worth visiting. Ierapetra that is in 10 minutes drive as well has nice embankment but is less touristic, though there are plenty of different shops located there. Antonios is very friendly and open and answers all questions quickly. We have had to rebook the dates of our stay and was able to do it without difficulties. Popi, his cousin, can help you with the questions regard the villa management (like how to turn hot water, should we close the gates for the lock etc). She can also help you with the transfer from Heraklion to the villa. The sea at this side of Crete is warm even in October and very clean. The villa is absolutely the same as on the photos - you get what you expect. On the whole, we were very satisfied with our stay here and are planning our next visit to Crete.