The Apple Cottage is a nice place to explore Eastern Crete from. It has a view of the sea, which is of course beautiful. You need a car to stay here as you are pretty isolated. There are a few shops and tavernas in the near vicinity but if you require many amenities you are better off staying in a larger town. Penelope was a great host and gave us local tips and even gave us homemade pastries. If you’re looking for a local, off the beaten path experience, Apple Cottage is a great way to spend a few days.