Barbara’s place is amazing!! A new house well equipped with modern appliances and all the basics you need.
She has done a fantastic job at keeping bugs out of the house with window screens. When there’s wind, cross ventilation is refreshing. There is an AC and a fan in the house- we never used the AC.
Barbara was very attentive and communicative, checking in to know if we were okay or needed anything and providing suggestions of places in the area.
Their home is a quiet paradise on a little hill between mountains facing south to the beach -. This portion of the beach was pretty empty without tavern or chairs -which is great. Please note: you have to walk around 15 minutes to the beach front mostly down hill and through a beautiful open wild landscape, totally worth it. So, if you like hiking and don’t mind the daily workout you’ll be fine.
The closest supermarket is 30 minutes away by car. She suggested us to go grocery shopping before arrival which we did. You definitely need a car to get here and explore around.
This stay felt like a retreat. I’m really happy! Will totally recommend this place to friends coming to Greece /Crete in the future.