Just home from a wonderful holiday in Crete. Michalis and Irine were very welcoming. Our flight was delayed and Michalis sent me a text explaining exactly where our apartment was and where to get keys. He had a big sign on the gate for us so there was no mistake when we arrived at two o'clock in the morning.
The following morning I met Michalis and he was so gracious and welcoming. We had a delicious breakfast in the small bar area near the apartment --- including freshly squeezed orange juice from organic oranges, greek yogurt with honey, and a perfect omelette. Michalis has a huge respect for and love of good food and fresh ingredients and this is very apparent. The apartments are surrounded by several different varieties of olive trees and he has lots of herbs growing in pots --- which he added to the omelette.

Michalis and his wife Irine were very helpful in ordering taxis, explaining bus services, recommending walks, beaches, and of course good restaurants. They both were always so pleasant to deal with and answered questions as if it was the first time they were asked these questions --- even 'though I'm sure they are asked the same questions about local amenities again and again.

We had dinner one evening at Michalis and Irine's small cafe --- the food was good, the wine was excellent and even 'though we were the only two customers the general ambience created by the friendliness and interaction with Michalis and Irine made it a most enjoyable experience. Michalis also recommended some excellent local wines available in the local supermarket.

The apartment was very comfortable, clean, well equipped and furnished. It was cleaned regularly and sheets and towels were changed every two days. The complex is small but very private and in the evening, sitting out on the balcony, no other apartments are visible. The place is tastefully decorated. I will definitely be returning to Elea.