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In Impros of Sfakia and at an altitude of 800m you will find villa “Archontiko”, an example of 18th century architecture.“Archontico” is a stone complex consisting of two stone buildings, part of the first building is separated by stone arches. Both buildings are built mainly of wood and stone, like every typical building of the18th century. In the outside part of the buildings, which is 300m2, there is a swimming pool, a barbeque and a traditional well.
The airport of Chania is 70km away and the one of Heraklio 110km. City of Rethymno is about 45km away from Impros of Sfakia. The clean and pleasant beaches of Fragokastelo are just 17km from Impros. For people who are going to live in “Archontico” there is the possibility of participating in diving lessons in a distance of 8km as well as trapshooting and hunting at a distance of 2 km. The ravine of Impros is 100m away from villa “Archontico”. It' s nice and quiet in Imbros, nice place for family holidays,a great spot, because you will need about half an hour to the northern and about the same time to southern coast of crete! Happy Holidays!
Villa Archodiko
Dining Room Area
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The Crete region
Crete, the Mediterranean island of Gods and people. A place of heroism, sacrifice, and of great tourist interest. Plethoric, particular, and manifold, when it comes to landscape and natural beauty. Tranquil beaches are embraced by steep mountains. The alternation of the landscape is a usual phenomenon; the wilderness of gorges is succeeded by green plains and colourful flowers. Possibly, Crete is one of the few privileged places in the world that can present its visitors with such a great and exquisite variety of scenery and offer them an abundance of impressions. A place not only for amusement but also for meditation.
The Cretans are an exceptionally hospitable people that have preserved the tradition of their ancestors who worshipped Zeus and thought of him as the watchful protector of the island and its history. The first European civilisation was born in Crete and ruins of ancient cities, archaeological museums, artefacts, and ancient customs that are still preserved in the hearts of Cretans play an important role in keeping the memory of this civilisation alive. Today the island has known great development as far as the sectors of agriculture‚ tourism and education are concerned.
Chania / Imbros Village area
The village is built at an altitude of 780m, and is called Imbros or Nimbros. The picturesque plateau covers an area of 2,500 sq. meters and has approximately 100 inhabitants that stay in the village from April to November. In the winter time they move to the southern villages. They are mostly stock breeders and farmers and they cultivate walnut trees and grapes that produce excellent wine and tsikoudia (rake). The village also produces fine honey. Most of the time in winter the village is covered with snow. In the village there are taverns where the visitor can taste the traditional Sfakian cooking. Imbros is a place of great historical value and the birth place of great Cretan revolutionaries. It was destroyed in all the revolutions in Crete, at 1770, 1821, 1824 and 1827.The ravine of Imbros begins from the last houses of the village and 8 km after it ends at the village of Komitades. Its crossing is smooth and entails no danger. It is easy to access even for those who are not used to long walks. It is accessible throughout the year unless it rains or snows hard. Its entrance is smooth with cypress-trees, holm-oaks, wild fig-trees and wild almond trees. After a while the landscape becomes rocky, and there are many cypress trees and flowers.
As in all Sfakian ravines, it became a refuge for Christians during the Turkish occupation, and a base for revolutioners. Within one hour walk the visitor reaches the Mesofarago where there is a Venetian cistern . At this point during the summer there is one inhabitant of the village with a donkey (to help those that are tired from walking) and with refreshments. The landscape from here becomes wild with the rock sides being close and vertical. The narrowest width of the ravine is 2 m while the rock sides reach the 300 m. Many caves are formed in its steepy rocks. A path to the right leads to the village of Komitades.
The ravine ends up on a rocky shore with many sea caves. During the last years there is an increase in the mountain bike excursions organized mostly in the area of Imbros. The biker can enjoy wonderful rides such as: to the mountain peaks Akone - Asfendou - Kalikrati - Asi Gonia to Chora Sfakion to Vrises towards Frangokastello - Rethymno.
How to get there
The airport of Chania is 50km away and the one of Heraklio 110km. City of Rethymno is about 45km away from Impros of Sfakia.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Chania: 50 km
Ferry:
Chania: 60 km
Activities near Chania
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats A winter sun break City breaks
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Indoor Pool
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Satellite TV
Sofabeds (3), Double beds (5), Dining seating for 11, Lounge seating for 11, Sleeps maximum of 13
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ, Childrens pool
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: There are three bedrooms with private bathrooms. Television, air-conditioning, communal dining room,fully equipped and a wardroom with a fire place. The villa sleeps two to eight people.
In the second building, which is 100m2, there is two bedroom with a television and air conditioning, a wardroom with a fire place and a dining room fully equipped with a traditional oven.
Further details outdoors: There are taverns and a supermarket near by (40m).
There is also a private car park
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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1 February-30 june
27 Mar 08
30 Jun 08
1400£ 1,129
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1 july--31 august
11 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
1750£ 1,411
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1 september-30 November
1 Sep 08
1 Dec 08
1400£ 1,129
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1 December --31 January
1 Dec 08
1 Feb 09
1400£ 1,129
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31
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Availability notes
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