Our experience with Lefteris and his beautiful home in Rokka was fantastic! Upon arrival Lefteris was waiting in the village and led us to the house, which was wonderful! He took us on a tour of the house and the grounds; the pictures don't do it justice. The house belonged to "the grandfather of my grandfather", as Lefteris put it, and he and his father spent several years getting it ready for use again. Our favorite space was a pergola located on a terrace overlooking the village, olive groves, and Kissamos Bay. It's a great place for morning coffee or wine in the evening, listening to the goats' bells.
Lefteris has a good eye for the small touches as well. He left cut flowers from his garden and lots of local goodies; wine, olive oil, raki (a Cretan liquor), fruits, and more. The home was spotless and had everything we needed. Although it is not shown in the pictures there is a very nice shower in the main bathroom. Be sure to close the gate or the goats will get in (no really, you will see the goats roaming just outside of the fencing).
We enjoyed a wonderful stay, and do not let the hilly location deter you from this home. You will soon feel at ease driving up the mountain and through the small villages, and the location is ideal for anything you'd like to do in Western Crete. We wholeheartedly recommend Lefteris' stone villa in Rokka!