Captain Tom: Accommodation in Frangocastelo, Crete

Each air-conditioned studio or apartment has a private balcony with sun shades and a kitchenette equipped with a fridge. The living area includes a 42-inch flat-screen satellite TV, and the en-suite bathroom has a shower. Some apartments offer two balconies with far-reaching views, and all rooms are soundproofed for quietness.

Captain Tom is set 700 metres from the beach of Orthi Ammos and within 1 km of the 14th-century Venetian castle of Fragocastello. The property is surrounded by an olive grove with mountain views, on a quiet road yet close to tavernas and supermarkets. Rethymno town is 52 km away, and the Imbros gorge is a 15-minute drive from the hotel.

Continental breakfast and light snacks are available on request, and the BBQ facilities in the garden allow guests to cook their own meals. On departure, guests receive a bottle of fresh olive oil from the property's own olive trees, and a small jar of local spirit is left in the room upon arrival. Free coffee and tea are available throughout the day in the poolside room.

Pools: Two outdoor swimming pools with shallow end and toys

Rooms: Studios and apartments with balcony, kitchenette, and 42" satellite TV

Location: 700 m from Orthi Ammos beach, 1 km from Fragocastello castle

Family: Kids' pool, playground, outdoor play equipment, board games

Extras: Free coffee & tea, free olive oil, BBQ facilities, airport shuttle