The entire experience myself and my new wife had was fantastic. From the fact that VanGos stayed up until 2am to great us after our flight was delayed but was not grumpy at all, to the grotto itself which is beautifully built and in a stunning location. The village of Goulediana is tucked in the hills behind Rethymno and very easy to get to, provided you have a hire car. There is a tavern in the village within stumbling distance which serves excellent traditional Cretan cuisine.

The house benefits from being in the hills as the temperature is slightly lower than on the coast. Also, as the house is in the centre of Crete, both north and south sides of the island are easily accessed.

VanGos himself was a perfect host who clearly loves his house. The vegetables that he grows in the garden and the presentation of the house shows the character of the man. It truly is a lovely house and I would recommend it to anyone. VanGos has made it a home from home and so provides almost everything from plug adapters to spices and hair-driers. There is lots of space outside to lounge and eat both inside and outside and the cooking facilities are excellent.

Thank you VanGos for helping myself and my wife have an excellent honeymoon.