I had an AMAZING time on the Lasithi Plateau. And this is partly down to the excellent location, price and comfort of Chronakis Home in Psychro.

The host, Argyris, was immediately very welcoming in his emails and we communicated several times before my trip. I was especially grateful that he looked up an alternative route for me to get to the house as I was driving from southern Crete, and he recommended a beautifully scenic route up through small villages and into the mountains.

He also sent through some great information on the local area, including locations of shops and tavernas on the plateau. I had a lovely time walking over the two days, and it was great to return to a nice cool house after walking in 35 degree heat. I couldn't see any air conditioning systems, but actually the house was cool enough without any. It certainly felt like it was air conditioned.

The plateau is beautiful and I wish I had more time to explore some of the other villages as I was very taken with Psychro. I'm sure I'll be back!