Our party of six (my wife and I, two daughters and their husband/boyfriend) had a spectacular vacation staying at the Eagle View Villa. The online pictures reflect but do inadequate justice to the breathtaking views from all parts of the property. The house was perfect for 3 couples. There's a forth bedroom in the basement, bigger than the others, that served as a spare bathroom and stretching/yoga room. The house is immaculate. It's new, modern with all the expected conveniences. The rooms are all ensuite, have king sized beds and very comfortable, albeit somewhat compact. The outside areas are extraordinary. The patio is large and gorgeous with outstanding views overlooking the Aegean Sea and Spinalonga and Kalydon islands. Up a flight of stone stairs is a beautiful patio shaded by an olive tree with a small seating area, perfect for a morning meditation or reading. The vista is amazing. Our host Christine was gracious and always responsive, although we had little reason to contact her. Everything worked beautifully and was easy to maintain. The house was cleaned by the staff mid week. It was well stocked when we arrived so we had all the basics and more. The area is exciting; it has beautiful mountain countryside, quaint villages and is not overbuilt. Just below the villa down the mountain (5-10 minute picturesque ride) is the village of Plaka on the beach. The Villa has its own patio seating area a few steps up from the beach, which is all large pebbles (bring water shoes!). Plaka has many very good restaurants, several on the water with gorgeous views of the sea and islands; so no need to travel to more populated Elounda another 10 minutes away.
You need a car; we had two for the six of us. There's plenty of parking space. Be prepared to travel on curvy, mountain roads on steep hills (mostly with no guard rails). There was virtually no traffic so traveling, while requiring concentration, was very easy and without stress.
It helped that the weather was absolutely perfect. Mid to upper 80s every day, low humidity, bright sky with almost no clouds, and always a nice breeze; sometimes every windy.
We had wonderful times going out and sailing for a day, snorkeling, exploring Greek antiquity at Knossos Palace. I went for a terrific mountain biking tour with a Martin from Martinbike in Elounda. And the rest of time, the family enjoyed hanging out by the pool and gazing at the view. It couldn't have been a better vacation.