Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 0.2 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Daisy is one of only 4 houses and 4 apartments situated in an elevated position on a small development in the heart of Fodele village. It is a 3 storey property including a roof terrace with panoramic views. It has 2 double bedrooms, both with patio doors leading on to a balcony. There is hot and cool air conditioning throughout the property. Solar panels provide electricity and our whole ethos is "responsible tourism"
It is surrounded by orange groves, the beautiful village Church,and a wooded park. Mandarin Grove lies close to a picturesque river and it has great views of the valley and the mountains beyond . It all adds up to a very private setting in a rural area. . It is the ideal location for relaxation, being a traffic free environment, yet only 60 metres from the village square where you can park your car. Moreover, it is only 100 metres from the village centre with its shops and nine Tavernas close at hand .
It is in a great location for a long winter let with an inclusive price from £125 per week/£500pcm. Please see our website for further details. Explore in peace and avoid the queues ! It is also a good venue for those who may be contemplating retirement in Crete.
The swimming pool and jacuzzi provide a fine setting for guests to "chill out" . Should you wish to visit the beach, it is less than 3km away.
Mandarin Grove benefits from having English Service Managers who are very knowledgeable about the area and will be willing to help you enjoy a really good holiday. They are always accessible and it can be very comforting to know that you have their support in the event of an emergency. They will even take you to the beach for a minimal charge.
You will find that the village will offer a gastronomic feast from a variety of Tavernas. You will be spoilt for choice and the prices are certainly more reasonable than the tourist resorts.
it is a small community where you can choose to socialise around the pool or in the nearby tavernas. Equally you can remain private and maintain your own schedules. Further details on our website, click the link at the bottom of the page in Contact Details.
The pool and Jacuzzi area in a mountain setting
view from roof terrace and front bedroom balcony
Part of Daisy's lounge and dining area
The dining area and kitchen
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/19178
The Crete region
Crete is the largest of the Greek Islands and is found in the most southerly point of Europe. As a result it enjoys a very warm climate with hot summers and mild winters. The winters do have some wet days but they are very pleasant...................and particularly inviting if you prefer a quieter Crete. .( We offer long term lets from £125 per week including heating and electricity)
Crete is also steeped in History and you can visit the archeological sites at places like Knossus, Phaistos and Gortys. If you have a car, it is well worth taking time to visit the mountains particularly the Samaria Gorge. You will need decent walking shoes and a spare driver for subsequent pick up if you walk the gorge.
There are also man-made attractions including a Water Park and a fine golf course within a 30 minute drive.
Our Service Manager will gladly take the time to help you find your way on any excursions you might choose to take. Fodele is centrally placed in this lovely island so you can reach any area with relative ease. There are so many places of interest that many of our guests come back year on year ( please see our guest book )
Heraklion/Iraklion / Fodele area
Heraklion is the capital of Crete and is within easy reach. The city fully deserves its reputation as one of the Mediterranean's most attractive capitals. Please turn away now if your wallet does not wish to know that it is a haven for lovers of fashion and furnishings.
The area offers a rich variety of unspolt coastlines and mountain scenery as well as the opportunity to sample the busy resorts that are also within easy reach.There is plenty to offer families including those with grown up children !
For those of us who prefer a more active holiday there is a PGA golf course 35km from Fodele , boat trips from our local beach , two Waterparks and many great beaches.
The local Fodele beach (see photo) is one of the most beautiful in the area and has proved to be very popular with guests at Mandarin Grove..It offers a variety of watersports or you can chill out on the free deck chairs There are numerous tavernas lining the waterfront offering great views of this lovely cove. If you do not have a car, our English Service Manager provides a return taxi service for a nominal charge.
There are busier resorts within easy reach such as Agia Pelagia and Bali. Some say a visit is not complete without a visit to George's Restaurant at Cri Cri in Agia Pelagia . Of course Heraklion itself is only 25 minutes away with its shops and night life
Mandarin Grove is situated in the heart of a truly Cretan village. It is not a busy tourist centre but a genuine working Greek village and the perfect place to unwind. It is open all the year round so winter visitors are welcome.You can reach a good number of Tavernas within a radius of 200 metres. The local people are so hospitable and they will want you to share the local produce including wine, Raki and an assortment of home grown vegetables It is crime-free so you can feel very safe there.There are many lovely walks around the village, including a nature trail and visits to local churches and the El Greco Museum . As the birthplace of El Greco, Fodele has a special ambience and the village is very proud of its association with the famous painter.
There are more details on our website.
How to get there
Fodele village is approximately 30km from Heraklion Airport. It is a very straightforward 25 minute journey for tired drivers, being on good roads with only right turns. We have a more detailed description about getting to Fodele on our own website ( see below). Please note that if I find it easy ..........it is easy !
Direct flights to Heraklion are available from April to October. Two NEW low cost airlines have started this year .........Easyjet and Jet2 .
--from UK airports-- www. Easyjet.com www.firstchoice.com. www.mytravel.com www.thomascook.co.uk www.thomsonfly.com www.flymonarch.com www.xl.com www.jet2.com from Leeds Bradford airport www.air malta.com
In winter ( November to March) you must fly via Athens . Easyjet offer a cheap service to Athens from Luton and Gatwick.. Your journey from Athens to Heraklion can be with Olympic or Aegian Airways. Please remember that if you can book a winter flight with Aegean Airlines from Stansted, your baggage will be automatically transferred at Athens Airport for your onward journey to Heraklion. We fully appreciate that you might find this winter route tiring but the rewards are worthwhile on this magical island.
.If you need a car you can try these sites ---Travelsupermarket .com , Athens car hire or www. carrental crete.gr .Alternatively our Service Manager can arrange the car hire for you at competitive rates .
The service manager also offers a door to door taxi service at a very reasonable price. He is 6' 3" so you should be able to see your name as he waits for you at the terminal ! Many of our guests are happy to chill out around the pool or in the village and do not hire a car . However if you wish to explore , a car is essential.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Heraklian: 30 km
Ferry:
Heraklian: 30 km
Activities near Heraklion/Iraklion
Sports: Watersports Waterpark Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access
Further details indoors: The Kitchen area has fitted cupboards and worktops, hob with cooker hood over, microwave, refrigerator with icebox, washing machine, dishwasher,kettle and toaster. There is also an iron,ironing board and clothesdrier.
The 2 fully equipped wet rooms have a shower, toilet and wash basin.There is also a shower curtain for additional comfort and privacy.
The 2 bedrooms both have balconies, each with patio doors that can open or tilt for additional comfort and convenience. The bedrooms both have 2 hand made bedside cabinets and a large fitted wardrobe. There is a hair drier.
As Daisy is centrally placed in the development, it offers stunning unspoilt views of mountain scenery from the the front bedroom balcony. As a contrast , the rear bedroom and balcony has views of the village, orange groves and the beautiful church ( please see photograph ).
The whole property has mosquito screens to the windows and doors to allow for maximum ventilation in complete comfort and the hot and cool air conditioning is supplemented by ceiling fans in the bedrooms.The patio doors tilt as well as open.
Daisy is furnished to give it a Cretan feel with a touch of John Lewis .We want you to feel at home. .
For those of you who may have had bad experiences on holiday...................the house is very modern and the plumbing works !!.
Further details outdoors: The front exterior contains a patio with table and chairs and to the rear, there is a private courtyard garden with table, chairs and a portable barbeque.
The roof terrace offers panoramic views and it has a safety rail for children. There are solar panels so the hot water is supplied by "Green energy"
Sun loungers, umbrellas, tables and chairs surround the communal pool and jacuzzi area for maximum comfort and relaxation. The whole development has been created with privacy in mind. it is such a pleasant rural environment that some of our visitors are quite content to remain by the pool with occasional excursions to the bakery and local tavernas.
Ramps have been constructed at the entrance to Mandarin Grove, but they are quite steep and a wheelchair user would need assistance. It is a gated community ,with no road traffic,so parents can feel safe with young children. The air is also clean !
Further details
A Welcome Pack will be there on your arrival The English service managers live next door to help you. They also own a shop in the village so you know where to find them ! BBQ'S..........meals.............snacks........ available either in Daisy or by the pool if you prefer free library of reading books;DVDS and CDS Speakers for your ipod. Music stand available for musicians ! free parking in the nearby village square. Children's' playground in the park next door. larger groups of family/friends can rent additional adjoining properties Children in need of separate bedrooms can make additional use of the sofa beds Spa/hot tub beside the pool. extras like flowers can be provided for special occasions Guests wishing to socialise can meet with the Service managers and enjoy home made Cretan cuisine at a local taverna. No pressure but a pleasant option at the end of the day We are not "absentee landlords" and we make regular visits to ensure that Daisy is maintained in first class condition.
Conditions
We would ask guests kindly to refrain from smoking inside the house. We are not hostile to smokers and there are comfortable outdoor areas such as the patio , the rear garden and even the roof terrace, where you can enjoy the peace and tranquility.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
Convert to:
Prices for group size 4
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
high season July-August)
1 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
500£ 500
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1 Week
mid season (September)
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
400£ 400
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1 Week
October
1 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
250£ 250
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1 Week
winter long let
1 Nov 08
1 Apr 09
200£ 200
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1 Month
April 2009
1 Apr 09
1 May 09
350£ 350
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1 Week
Mid season (May-June)
1 May 09
1 Jul 09
400£ 400
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1 Week
High season (July-August)
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
650£ 650
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1 Week
September
1 Sep 09
1 Oct 09
400£ 400
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0-
1 Week
October
1 Oct 09
1 Nov 09
300£ 300
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0-
1 Week
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Prices for group size 2
Period
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To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
High Season (July-August)
5 Aug 08
1 Sep 08
400£ 400
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1 Week
Mid Season (September)
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
300£ 300
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1 Week
October
1 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
200£ 200
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1 Week
winter long let
1 Nov 08
1 Apr 09
125£ 125
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1 Month
April 2009
1 Apr 09
1 May 09
250£ 250
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1 Week
Mid season (May-June)
1 May 09
1 Jul 09
300£ 300
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1 Week
High season (July-August)
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
550£ 550
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1 Week
September
1 Sep 09
1 Oct 09
300£ 300
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1 Week
October
1 Oct 09
1 Nov 09
200£ 200
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. There is only one week left for the High season and it is from 29/07/08 - 05/08/08. It is "Tuesday to Tuesday and so it coincides with a good day to travel to Crete.
There is availability for the lovely months of October and November
A 20% deposit would be required when a booking is confirmed . Please pay in full at least 6 weeks before the holiday
.The tariff includes the costs of air conditioning,heating,electicity,cleaning and laundry as well as a welcome pack.
Additionally the Service Manager can offer a taxi service at very competitive rates should you require door to door service from the airport with a friendly English face ! We benefit from the fact that the service managers live on site and can always be found for helpful advice .
We are happy to accept bookings for short breaks at most times apart from during the high season.
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For next winter we are repeating our winter offer for long term lets, so that your stay is both relaxing and reasonable in price. .For couples who were prepared to do their own cleaning and laundry we could let it for £125 per week/£500pcm for a long term winter stay ( inclusive of heating and electricity). Please remember there is a washing machine, clothes airer, iron and ironing board...
There are great advantages in a winter stay . Fodele is a working village and it does not close down in the winter. Moreover the island returns to the people of Crete at this time so making your holiday particularly relaxing. We can make your stay very special as the English Service Managers live next door and have taken the village to their heart.. They will share with you the delights of this unspoilt village. The people are absolutely wonderful and there is no need for a police presence.It is such a safe community.. The food is good value and excellent in quality. The local Raki will send you on the way to a good night's sleep. The local sounds are largely the chickens next door and the church bells on a Sunday morning. Car hire is cheap and available locally should you want to explore this magical island . Please enquire to discuss terms if you are interested. We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you Peter and Ann Jones
Guestbook
Lovely! House, views, location, local tavernas and shops....brilliant. We have been to Daisy twice and have booked to go again in May, 2007. September too if we can!! Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Higson .
Had a lovely stay at Daisy. The accommodation was perfect , plenty of space , very clean and all furnished to a high standard. We were very lazy and spent lots of time at the pool. We enjoyed being able to wander into Fodele and try out the Tavernas. It was lovely to be in an authentic setting rather than a tourist centre Mr. and Mrs. Cooper
We had a memorable holiday. The accommodation is lovely and the village is special and peaceful , we can see why you fell in love with the place. We especially enjoyed the freedom to use the pool whenever we wished , day or night. The Service Managers were always on hand for advice ps.We came back for a second visit and enjoyed it just as much ! Mike and Denise Sheldrake
We had a wonderful holiday this year. We loved Fodele and our stay in Daisy. We have always made it a rule not to revisit a place twice but we are making Daisy an exception to this rule. I wouln't want to change Daisy in any way - she was perfect for us. I am in a bit of a quandary actually. I don't want to keep telling too many people about what a lovely time we had in Daisy, as I am trying to keep it a secret all to myself ! Jean and Bob ( Sorry Jean I have just blown that one...........Peter)
After 4 weeks in Daisy , we can be regarded as experts on Mandarin grove and Fodele village . Daisy is perfect for short stay or long term holidays . It is right on the edge of a picture postacard village complete with orange, lemon and walnut groves and a tree shaded river. Good food in the tavernas and very friendly people . Daisy has evertything you need for an enjoyable stay , being backed up by Helen and Ken , the managers next door , who cater for your (nearly) every whim!! A holiday we will remember for a long time Alan and Di
We had an absolutely lovely time in Daisy. This was the first holiday where I didn't cook one meal as the Tavernas were so good especially Domenicos.........George's ice cream is the best in the world, even better than Italian. Your house is lovely and the village was everything we were hoping for. Helen and Ken , the service managers, were very hospitable and always available with advice and suggestions. We enjoyed Daisy so much that we are going back in October. Thank you so much for letting us use Daisy. You are so lucky to be part of such a lovely community. Jenny and Gerry June 2008
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