Our stay in Crete, hosted by the extremely hospitable Vassilis was absolute perfection! The quiet village of Tzitzifes exceeded any and all of our expectations. Neighbors were very kind and courteous, the kittens in the villa doun the road were playful and the location was simply magical. Upon arrival, we were instantly provided with a suitable atmosphere to relax, connect with nature, and experience the vibrant, beautiful local culture. This home was warm and welcoming; Vassilis even left us a welcome basket of bread and jams!
The house itself was gorgeous! Fully restored to its former beauty. It was cozy, clean, and wonderfully decorated. Anything you could wish for in a long- or short-term stay. Fully functioning kitchen, large bedrooms, comfortable lounge area, and full bathroom, complete with a washer. For those of you who are on the taller side, keep in mind the shower is a tad small😉but it is of no matter. Aside from a very minor detail. You will love everything about this home! It was UTTERLY FANTASTIC! Our favorite room was the master bedroom. The renovated ancient stone archways, and the candle-lit stone wall was an authentic experience that enabled us to feel truly at peace. Perhaps the best room to mediate and ruminate on the day excursions we participated in. and renovated stone structure that makes one feel truly at peace. The courtyard was an experience all its own. There fresh fruit trees, plenty of sitting area, and it is placed at just the right angle to enjoy the warm mid-afternoon sunshine!
Again, we cannot provide enough compliments about your future host, Vassilis. He was incredible. His responses were immediate, he was very sweet and enjoyed giving suggestions about places to go, food to try, and was an excellent conversation companion. He was indulgent to every request and went out of his way to make us feel happy and comfortable.
It is obvious to see why he has so many positive reviews from previous guests. He wants his guests to have truly memorable experiences, this was evident
through his recommendations and openness to share his life and experiences. A tremendous highlight of our trip was meeting his vibrant, beautiful, and delightfully lovely grandmother, Vangelio. She is a truly wonderful person with a beautiful story who is happy to share it😊 We are so lucky to have had the chance to meet her!
Overwhelmingly, however, Vassilis became our friend, and we look forward to always keeping in touch withhim. We look forward to the next time we are together!
Vassilis, thank you a million times over for our experience in Crete! It was truly magical, and much of
that is thanks to you. You are a remarkable person who gives so much energy to the world! We appreciate every moment of our trip!