The Old Shoemakers Cottage is an authentic and intimate peak into life in a greek village that is seemingly trapped in time. There’s a mother daughter duo that run the bakery and the old men still sit at the cafe talking about who knows what to the wee hours. What is truly wonderful about this place is: the expansive stars, the quiet, the proximity to the beach and the all around coolness of Georgia, the host. She has renovated this small but spacious home into something straight out of a better homes and gardens article. The colors are relaxing and the touches of antiques around the home give it a timeless feel. She has put a lot of thought into the amenities and making sure you have what you need in your room (down to a small bottle of raki in the freezer). There are nice spaces to unpack and even a sink and a dish rack so you can have a meal in privacy if you prefer. The rooftop terrace is a study in restrained luxury and is the perfect place for morning yoga or evening stargazing. If you come at the right time of year you can even eat grapes straight off the vine (but leave some for the next guest!!). Truly, to find a place like this, that isnt dead in the center of Hania, is a rare gem, and not to be missed. The trek by bus is easy and not too long so DO NOT MISS the opportunity to stay here, for you will never experience a more relaxing unique, authentic, fun and memorable time. And I didn’t even mention the bikes for hire!!! Seriously book this before I book it for an entire year.