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One of the Greek Island’s most famous holiday destinations,
Crete caters for every taste but while its better-known
resorts are geared for tourism and busy nightlife, vast
areas remain beautifully untouched.
Many people take a holiday on the Greek island of Crete and
enjoy the fantastic beaches, charming villages and endless
sunshine. But Crete offers the visitor much more than this.
As if welcoming people, charming mountain villages, rocky
bays, sandy beaches and one of Europe's best climates were
not enough reasons to visit Crete, it is also a historian's
and an archaeologist's paradise.
The
famous Minoan Palace of Knossos, just south of Iraklion, was
one of Europe's finest buildings during Bronze Age
(2800-1100 BC) with around 1,400 rooms. Staircases with
shallow alabaster steps lead to upper or lower floors and
lovely frescoes, with scenes from everyday life, decorate
the Palace walls. The King's and the Queen's apartments
feature blue dolphins, while the throne room contains the
oldest throne in Europe, the alabaster throne of King Minos.
Central
Crete's prehistoric site of Gortys, once the largest city in
Crete. Besides being the first city to accept Christianity,
and with a history as far back as the Minoan period, Gortys
was occupied by the Romans in 68 BC and destroyed by the
Arabs 900 years later. This layer on layer of civilization
brings history to life
Featured holidays
Chania, Crete
This terrace of four pretty villas is situated
in the quiet village of Kamisiana. The village
itself has a small taverna and local shop a
short walk away whilst the larger town of
Kolymbari with its lovely harbour is reached
within a 5 minutes by car. The pool and
balconies have views accross fields and down to
the pebbly beach, just 300 metres away. Two and
three bedroom villas are available.
Agios Nikoloas, Crete
Set within the prestigious small Pleiades villa
complex, this delightful superior property comes
highly recommended and has been furnished to a
very high standard throughout. Electra boasts
fantastic views overlooking the Mirabello gulf,
whilst being located only a short drive from the
wonderful resort of Agios Nikoloas. It has two
bedrooms and sleeps four. A three bedroom villa
is also available in this resort.
Bali, Crete
This delightful, charming property is nestled
amongst its own picturesque pretty gardens and
set in the countryside on the outskirts of the
awe-inspring resort of Bali. Amari is
wonderfully situated, surrounded by an amazing
mountain backdrop and looks down the lush green
valley across to Bali and out to sea.
It has three bedrooms and sleeps six.
Built to an unusual design, the two
bedroom villa which can sleep five stands amid open fields near to
a local hotel and is extremely well maintained so it feels clean
and fresh. The accommodation is divided over two floors and boasts
a fabulous, pergola-sheltered roof terrace with panoramic views
out to the blue Mediterranean.
Rethymnon
Tucked down a quiet lane near the
village of Prinos, this three bedroom villa is in a rural hideaway
in old Cretan style. Cocooned in gardens of pretty flowering
shrubs, this is more country cottage than holiday villa, with bags
of period charm inside and out. The lovingly maintained interiors
are traditional and homely, as the owner, who lives very
discreetly next door, has added lots of simple dark wood
furniture, tapestries and curios. Sleeps six.
Pegalochori
Ideal for
families wanting a semi-rural base, these tranquil two bedroom
neighbouring villas overlook fields and olive groves on the
outskirts of Rethymnon. Surrounded by peace and quiet, they are
perfect for idyllic relaxation, yet handy for the bustle and
tavernas of the resort just a short drive away. They can sleep
five.
Rethymnon
Extremely comfortable and spacious,
this four bedroom very attractive villa offers a spectacular view
of the mountainous countryside, olive groves and the endless blue
sea. It lies in lush rural gardens, cleverly designed and built on
three levels and the property is well-equipped and bedrooms offer
the comfort of being air-conditioned. It sleeps up to eight.
Situated on the
outskirts of the resort of Adele, Rea is set in a convenient
location only three hundred metres from the resort's amenities and
beach. The three bedroom property which can sleep six is accessed
via steps and has been stylishly furnished throughout to a modern
design
Rethymno
Nestled in the picturesque
countryside on the outskirts of Rethymno, this modern, tastefully
furnished property enjoys wonderful countryside views. With four
bedrooms sleepin eight, it is et in its own spacious, attractive,
well maintained gardens and lawn area, this well appointed
property features a separate self contained apartment.
Stalos, Chania
Situated on a hillside, this one
bedroom villas' peaceful location offers an ideal place to relax
and unwind. Take a dip in the pool to cool off whilst enjoying the
beautiful sea views. Close to local amenities, this modern villa
is well appointed inside and out, offering comfortable
accomodation and lawned gardens. Sleeps two.
Platanias, Rethymno
Situated on the
outskirts of Platanias, set in peaceful countryside surroundings,
this modern, three bedroom tastefully furnished property is set
amongst pretty gardens which overlook wonderful lush olive groves.
It has two bathrooms and can sleep six.
