As promised, this place is just a short stroll to the Palace of Knossos. There are some tourist shops and restaurants, but you'll probably want a car to get to a mini market or a wider selection of restaurants (it is walkable, but not a nice walk). Caveat: the GPS took us to the wrong place, so you really want to meet the owner in the parking lot at Knossos.
The flat itself is clean and spacious with a well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, bathrooms, etc. There is outdoor seating and a balcony for when it is warm enough.