HOST : Iaonnis is an amazing host. We met on the road near the gaz station to facilitate and show us the way to the villa. He is very friendly and available at all times. He greeted us with a bottle of wine, some local cookies, local cheese and bread. Came over twice in our 2 weeks to change de sheets and towels. He gave us lots of tips on where to go.
Villa : Villa Askyfou is amazing. If you love old houses you will be thrilled about this one. Lots of stairs inside (some pretty steep) and outside so if you have problems with your articulation this is not for you, lots of rock walls, nice old ambiance, nice terraces, lots of space. You have everything you need to cook meals inside and outside on the 2nd patio bbq. The villa offers lots of space and intimacy for 2-3 couples. The view is fabulous when sitting on the patios, yes there are 3 of them : around the pool (the highest), one around the BBQ and one which is quite big with a nice big table accross from the kitchen.
Location : The Villa is in the middle of a valley up in the mountains in a very old little town and very quiet. Roads are steep and can be challenging but it adds fun to the travel.
We had the pleasure to take care of a cat which had little babies. She was so nice and cute. Lots of cats around but only a few came and they are usually afraid but this little one was sooooooooo nice and its babies... We bought some food to feed it (does not belong to anyone).
One special daily recurring event at sundown was when the Shepherd would take his sheeps back down the little road down in front of the villa. This is so incredible to watch.
If you want to spend quality time in a special environment this is the place.
The last comment I would add is Cretan people are great, welcoming and generous.
Thank you Ioannis for your great hospitality.