We spent three amazing days in Agia Roumeli in Artemis Studios - we enjoyed the mountain view from our balcony very much. Since the village is really very small you are just some steps away from beach, supermarkets and tavernas. The place is very calm and evolves its charming atmosphere when the last ferry leaves. And you can enter the Samaria gorge from the opposite side - if you do this in the morning you can be almost sure to have the trail almost for yourself.
The apartment is equipped to prepare yourself some basic dishes there - bed in the attic was extremely comfortable. We can only recommend this place and are planning on going back there on our next Kreta trip. Thanks again!