I had an emotional roller coaster: I came to Eleni’s apartment crying out of fear for the mountain roads, and left crying again for her thoughtful gestures and her mother‘s hospitality. This place is most suitable for visitors who come to Crete for the 2nd time onwards, when you have experienced Chania and would like somewhere quieter far away from the tourists. You should arrive in Heraklion port/airport instead of Chania as it would take 3+ hours drive to come here from Chania/Souda. The mountain road is a bit tricky I’d advise against driving during night time, but during day time it’s a bliss for its breathtaking view. From here you can walk to the virgin pebble beaches you won’t find anywhere else, but gaze at the sky full of stars at night. Her mother Maria is an angel, she comforted me and helped me calm down after I arrived with teary eyes and made me the best Loukoumades to say goodbye on the last day. I’ll never forget her, and her sweet treats xx