Located only a few minutes’ walk from a local pebble beach, bakery, coffee shops, patisserie, super markets, bars, restaurants, and pharmacy, the villas combine romantic seclusion with proximity to modern comforts. Likewise, the property is located only 2 km away from the tourist town of Makry Gialos, as well as traditional Cretan mountain villages with numerous authentic tavernas and bars. Hiking opportunities include the Butterfly gorge, Pefki gorge and the gorge of the dead in Zakros. Wind surfing and other spots are offered nearby. Transportation from the nearest airports (Sitia or Heraklion) can be arranged at a fee.
Distance from Airports: (pickups can be arranged in advance)
– Sitia Airport: 33 km
– Heraklion Airport: 115 Km – 1h & 45min
– Chania Airport: 261 Km – 3h & 45min
Attractions within 1h drive:
- Sitia Town (33 Km): a picturesque seaside town, situated on the northeastern side of Crete, a region still unspoiled by mass tourism with Archaeological and Folklore Museums, as well as a Venetian Fortress – Kazarma
- The monastery of Toplou (43 Km)
- The world famous palm forest of Vai (53 Km)
- The Minoan palace of Kato Zakros (45 km)
- Aghios Nikolaos (56 Km)
Attractions within 2h drive:
- The Minoan palace of Knossos (120 km, drive time ~2h)
- The Minoan palace of Festos (west, drive time ~1h)
- Water Park in Hersonissos (96 Km)
- Cretaquarium – Thalassocosmos in Gournes (105 Km)