We stayed 12 nights in Michalis' apartment and loved it.
The apartment is WAY better than it looks on the photos. Other reviews say that too, and honestly, you will be positively surprised! The windows of bedroom and living room have the most incredible views on the sea. The terrace is huge and absolutely gorgeous. The apartment has everything you may want/need.
It's a great base for families with kids as it has all you need, even toys but of course it's perfect even if you aren't travelling with kids.
You can cook in the fully equipped kitchen, but there are very good tavernas walking distance so you may choose not to cook much. The one thing you may do at home is have breakfast as there isn't much around for that.
The mini markets are close by and there is a bakery too (only open early mornings). We did our shopping in Ierapetra though, where we had more choice.
The beach closest to the apartment is fantastic! Non organised, so you need to think about refreshments and shade. It even has argille rocks and you can do beauty treatments for your skin! There is plenty of shade there in the late afternoon, not much in the morning. Clean water, immersed in nature, it's absolutely gorgeous!
Within 5/10min by car you can get to many organised beaches that offer sunbeds/umbrella either for free or for a small charge (6/7 euros). They are quiet and lovely beaches and all have a taverna.
Michalis was super welcoming and went above and beyond several times, even took us out for dinner one night.
We highly recommend staying here. Enjoy