For us (a small family incl. a son of 9 years), it was the perfect place to relax and discover the West of Crete. Villa Engel is a great location to benefit of both, the nearby sea (5-10 min. by car to reach beautiful beaches) as well as the only natural lake of Crete (Kournas), which is in 10 min. walking distance. Though lake Kournas is known as a tourist magnet in high season, you can easily find quiet spots to swim/snorkel in the crystal-clear water and tavernas to enjoy Cretan food (try ‘Ambrosia’ with a beautiful view over the lake in evenings). We also appreciated the close distance to great hiking spots (Gorge Imbros only 40 min. by car, Gorge Samaria less than 2 h away) and beautiful cities/villages to visit (Chania, Rethymon, Argyroupoli/Lappa).
We had a great stay at Villa Engel, nicely situated between surrounding olive trees far from the tourist crowds, which is correctly illustrated by the shown photos on the Airbnb website. The house, together with the one of the English-speaking and helpful neighbors, is a bit outside of the village of Mouri and has plenty of space inside as well as outside on the 3 different terraces (2 up, 1 down) and the garden. The contact with Nikos and his lovely parents was always swift and very helpful. The modern flat is nicely furnished, the two double beds were comfortable and with the A/C of the living room and the ventilators in the two separate bedrooms fine for sleeping during August summer nights. We enjoyed relaxing evenings (surrounded by a cicade concert) in the garden.
Highly recommended and we would always come back.