Wow! Manolis’ house really does tick every box. Staying there has been a fantastic experience.
A spacious traditional house full of beautiful furnishings and lovely features, yet with everything modern you will ever need.
A large welcome pack of local produce - the best I have seen!
Extensive info on the local area - beautiful places that aren’t in any guidebooks, extensive walking routes of all types, tips on amenities and tavernas - all sent digitally for easy reference.
The Amari valley really is pristine with lots to see and do, and the food in the local tavernas is excellent. Amari is right on the centre of it all.
The housekeeper, who lives locally, can rustle up top notch Cretan cuisine - so you can enjoy your meal with the view from the balcony.
And Manolis always responded quickly in any communication.
That brings us to the main draw of this accommodation - it is part of the ancient fabric of the village. Manolis grew up and loves the Amari valley and it is evident in everything about this place. To stand on the balcony and listen to the sounds of the villagers in the square below, with the echo of sheep bells in the fields just as the sunsets turning the mountain bright red is a magical experience. It is something that hasn’t changed since he grew up here.
Highly recommended!