The title for Rena's property could not be more accurate, because Rena and her family offer outstanding hospitality to their guests.
The rental is a big apartment on the top floor of a family house, very airy and full of light. The space consists of three nicely appointed bedrooms, a spacious living room and kitchen with a family dining table, a big round-the-house terrace, a basic bathroom, and a private laundry room. The house is well stocked and anything that may be missing is provided upon request. Wi-fi works well and it is possible to do your work from home. AC units exist in all bedrooms, too, but given the airiness of the space you may not need to ever use them. Super hot water available all the time from the solars, if needed there is also an electric-powered heater. There is plenty of parking space on the property, so one less thing to worry about your rented car.
Given that the family live on the property with a couple of friendly dogs, the house feels extra safe for sole female travelers. The family is very attentive yet discreet, and you can have all the privacy you may want and still know that people are around. I was treated to some of the delicious local cooking by family Mom, Mary, and had coffee with her.
The house is located in the vicinity of the best beaches in the area (10 mins on foot), offering exceptional swimming and no crowds in the covid era. There is also a park for jogging or biking. Due to the pandemic some essential businesses seem to have closed, but there are currently two big supermarkets within walking distance (10 minutes), a bakery is 3 minutes away, a small cafe with exceptional goat milk ice-cream, and a fishmonger who also cook your fish like the best taverns. There are also two Chinese-owned department stores that have pretty much anything you may have forgotten at home, and at an incredible price. Many other businesses remain closed but may soon reopen, as life returns to normal. In regular times this area seems to be bustling with life but now is pleasantly quiet. Two bus lines service the bus stop 2 minutes from the house, and take you to the center of Chania in 10 minutes. That same bus stop is serviced by inter-city buses that can take you to Balos beach, or Kissamos. A car rental office is 2 minutes away, as is the vet, in case you came with your doggy friend.
I totally recommend Rena's house, both for your vacation as well as for long stays.