We stayed in mid September and loved the character of the mill and it’s surrounding village. From start to finish VanGos was an amazing host offering advice and recommendations on historic sights, beaches, restaurants etc. The mill grottos are great, we particularly loved the outside space.....count them five verandas!!! The local Taverna , Goules, was authentic with fab Cretan dishes (I think the rooster spaghetti was a great call VanGos). If you want a peaceful base to explore the real Crete equidistant between Rethymnon and the beautiful S coast beaches with amazing food on your doorstep, this is a great choice.