This is an absolutely lovely place and we would go back in a heartbeat.
The house itself is beautiful, very spacious (especially if you’re traveling as a small family/group) with a gorgeous outside eating area, several bedrooms and bathrooms and a fully and generously equipped kitchen.
It is located in the tiny village of Kaliviani which has a small number of nice cafes and tavernas. At the end of low-season (we went in the middle of June) we could already see how packed this place would be during the high season, given its proximity to Balos. However, since there is a private parking option and no traffic right in front of the house, this would not stop me at all from booking again.
Kostas was a very welcoming host, check in was super easy.
Perfect place in western Crete!