There are absolutely no words to describe our Cretan experience at George's. First let's start with the studio. As you can see in the pics it's loft style. Bed is humongous-- it takes up the whole mezzanine-- perfect for a couple or even a small family. Two glasses with raki were awaiting us upon arrival. Kitchen is sufficiently equipped for those who want to cook. It's true that the studio is located on a farm so you have all the conveniences as well as inconveniences. Conveniences: beauty, animals, fresh produce. Inconveniences: roosters!! Petinos in Greek. I have no real problems sleeping anywhere anytime!! Silence spooks me more than noise. My boyfriend however is different and had let's just say, "difficult sleep". Please do not let this dissuade you, come prepared with ear plugs because the experience of this place so trumps the cocks' crow!! As for location, the studio is a 15-20 minute tops walk from the Kartero's beach. As an aside, the restaurant just across from the beach is very good for lunch and the staff is super friendly and helpful (and if you have kids there's a play area). I suggest also taking the bikes that the hosts so generously lend and peddling a bit further up to Amnissos Beach-- less populated and much calmer. The seafood taverna located there is great for a glass of white while watching the sunset (don't hesitate to order a little plate of light- lightly fried shrimp-- delicious!!). There are also some great tavernas along the road. Great food not expensive and a Greek warm welcome!! Speaking of warm welcome, I saved the best for last, Nikos and Fofo, George's parents, who go beyond your idea of warm welcome and make you feel like part of the family!!! These two redefine the meaning of good people!! Always there to answer questions, provide us with food, or just a smile!! First, Nikos picked us up with his abundant cheer and smile at 3am at the airport! After a little sleep, we met Fofo who brought us bread, cheese, and lunch meat to make sandwiches and who not only offered us bikes but also her car (neither of us drive so we kindly refused but were warmed by the generosity) The next day Nikos took us to another beach called Hernissos early in the morning where he left us for the day and came back to pick us up in the afternoon (this beach is an absolute dream once you travel away from the tourists). We ended our stay with a dinner all together prepared by Nikos on the barbecue and Fofo!! We were joined by their daughter and grandson!! What a great time-- good food! Good wine! Good laughs!! And Fofo even taught me the Greek alphabet!! The next day we rode altogether to Rethymon where they had plans to visit their cousins and we were starting the next leg of our vacation!! And just before signing off, also extremely important, although we...