It is difficult to put into words how wonderful our stay at Lemon Tree was. The property itself is lovely—peaceful, comfortable, meticulously cared for and very pretty. The town was just what we were looking for—a quiet, pretty place away from the overdeveloped coast with a couple of nice tavernas and a mini-market for essentials. But it’s impossible to separate Lemon Tree from its owner, Demitris. Over several decades, he has restored the building (a former barn), carved marble sinks, and made all of the furniture following old Cretan designs. Beyond that, he has also tended the ancient olive groves and fruit trees that surround the house, and created peaceful spots for his guests to lie in hammocks and soak in the atmosphere. His attention to detail was extraordinary and it extended to the way he welcomed and advised us. As we sat with him in the lovely courtyard, sipping raki and wine made from his grapes, his thoughtful and totally accurate suggestions made our visit to Crete so much better than it would otherwise have been. In short, this was a very remarkable experience and we hope to come back!!!