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If you’ve been searching for a refreshing island escape, this home delivers a great solution. Inside, the rooms are simple, family-friendly and well-suited to laid-back gatherings. This won’t be the best option if you’re looking for total seclusion, but you will have a private pool and a terrace – perfect for sunset drinks. Breakfast can be arranged, and your host can help organise a variety of extra services, including fridge fills, excursions and car hire. From here, you’ll find it’s just a short drive to Heraklion, the nearest beaches and a wide range of restaurants.
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What to expect
Highlights
Set sail on a boat trip from nearby Heraklion
Spend a leisurely afternoon relaxing by the private pool
Pack a bag and explore the beaches of eastern Crete
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Home truths
Your host operates several homes here, so the exact view, layout and furnishings might differ slightly from the photos. However, the overall quality should remain the same.
Please note this home is spread across two floors.
Complimentary cleaning is included in your stay. Toiletries are also provided.
You won't find a welcome hamper here, so we'd recommend packing some bits and bobs to get you started.
Due to the location, it’s possible you will hear some noise from the neighbours during your stay.
We recommend hiring a car if you’d like to explore further afield. Street parking is also available.
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Private outdoor pool
Balcony
Patio / terrace
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 3 beds
4 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Airport pick up
Baby sitting
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Laundry and dry cleaning
Luggage storage
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Additional fees
Your host can organise airport transfers, car hire, private drivers, boat and yacht rentals, laundry and dry cleaning services, fridge fills, restaurant reservations, breakfast service, welcome packs, babysitting, spa and wellness treatments, as well as excursions for an additional fee.
Extras are subject to availability and may carry additional charges.
Local guide
About Heraklion Town
Affectionately dubbed ‘small Athens’, Heraklion is Crete’s largest and most populated city. What started out as a fortified harbour town has grown into a bona fide tourist hotspot, popular for its year-round warm weather and palm-tree-lined seaside promenade. You only have to glance at a photo of its glistening port to understand why this place attracts so many visitors each year, but Heraklion has much more to offer than just...
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Enjoy the serene beauty of Vathianos Kampos Beach
With its crystal-clear waters, calm beach, and stunning views of a small island on the horizon, Vathianos Kampos Beach offers a peaceful escape from tourist crowds. A must-visit for those seeking natural beauty.
Get around
Airport
Heraklion N. Kazantzakis
16 min
Sitia Public "Vitsentzos Kornaros"
1 hr 50 min
Chania International Ioannis Daskalogiannis
2 hr 25 min
Train station
Club Calimera Sunshine Kreta
21 min
Bus stop
Bushaltestelle 6
16 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
9 min
Cafe
5 min
Pharmacy
14 min
Points of interest
Beach
Gournes beach
5 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 11:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Martin
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. This professional hosting dream team is on hand to help with all the finer details that make a memorable stay, so you can focus on having the best time possible.
Registration or licence number: 00001873481.
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