The stay at Roula's house has been everything it promised and so much more. Located in the coziest village in the mountains south of Chania, you could not find a better place to start your adventures in Crete from. The house and its surroundings are incredibly beautiful and there is no better way to start your day than enjoying a greek coffee on the porch, looking over the hills.
You do have to make sure though to be back early enough to enjoy the food from the local taverns, as they close around 19:00/19:30.
Regarding Roula, there cannot be better host than her. No matter the question, she was immediately available to solve any and all issues you might have, and she answered questions we didn't even know we had. She can help you with anything, be it food recommendations, hiking routes, and keeping you up to date on road constructions that should avoided. (Special thanks also to Roula's mother Smaragdi who was incredibly accomodating regarding our late check-in.)
If you are looking for a relaxing location in the Cretan mountainside from where you can start to your adventures, look no further than this absolute gem.
Thank you Roula and Smaragdi for making our few days in Zourva absolutely unforgettable!
We will be certain to return!