Our family of six (four teenagers and two adults) had a very pleasant stay at Thetis villa. The views from the patio are indeed breathtaking and the area around Chora Sfakion is spectacular. We found the accommodation comfortable, although not luxurious, even though the mattresses were soft and the linens changed regularly (every three days!) The description of the villa was accurate with the exception of the proximity of some rather noisy neighbours with children in the adjacent home/apartments. If you are visiting with young children this probably wouldn’t bother you, BUT if you are looking for true peace and quiet this is not the place for you at the moment. We heard a lot of shouting and crying from the young children next door and felt rather overlooked by these neighbours on their balcony. There were also at least three dogs barking regularly in the area, in addition to the usual noises of the countryside that you would expect: roosters, sheep, goats, pigeons and of course, cicadas. The villa is near the village of Chora Sfakion but in very hot weather you will not be able to manage the uphill ascent without a car. Parking in the village is difficult to say the least. But once there, you will find some wonderful restaurants and friendly people. We loved Three Brothers for breakfast and dinner and Livikon and Obros Gialos (a bit more pricey but worth it) for dinner. We loved Koutelos beach and tavern (delicious food and great rock jumping) on the way to Frangokostello, which was also fab for pizza (Kali Kardia, at the back). The food shops there were also a bit more varied than in Chora Sfakion. We had a great day renting a boat with a captain from Notos Mare to explore the western coast and swimming in secluded coves. Our lunch at Marmara beach (the prime minister of Greece was there!) with its’ stunning scenery was a highlight. We also drove up the mountain to Anapolis, had a delicious dinner at Anapoli tavern, and on another day explored the surrounding area, including driving down a largely unfinished road to the Old Phoenix Rooms and Restaurant; another gem to explore. Also don’t miss the beautiful drive to and snorkelling at Souda beach, Plakias. The drives to Chania and Rethymno are indeed longer than one would expect (1.5 hours) as they are up and down the mountains, but certainly a wonderful way to spend a day. We think that you will find Thetis villa a very safe and comfortable place to return to, no matter how you have spent your time.