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Villa |1 bedroom |Sleeps 5

Pitsidia in Matala

From £150 per week |  From £60 per night

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

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Key info  Swimming pool, beach or lakeside relaxation, air conditioning, balcony/terrace, car advised, no pets allowed

About the home

This exclusive villa is situated in an 'authentic' Cretan village. Ideal for those looking for a relaxing retreat. It is only a short walk to village square tavernas and local shops. The beautiful beach at Kommos is only 25 minutes stroll or 5 minutes by car and the resort town of Matala a 15 minute drive. Ideal for the discerning who want to experience 'real' Crete away from the crowded package resorts and excellent for walking, cycling and of course archaeology can be found 'everywhere'.

The villa contains a double bedroom upstairs with hot and cold air conditioning, en-suite fully equipped shower room, large balcony with sun loungers and table and offering mountain/sea views. This large bedroom has a double bed with individual bedside lights and cabinets, a large fitted wardrobe with drawers under and dressing table with mirror.

Downstairs has a fully furnished open plan area containing dining area and sofa (bed). The kitchen has modern fitted cupboards and worktops, cooker and fridge/freezer, kettle and all modern kitchenware. There is a discrete area with single bed (curtained), a large wardrobe with drawers under, bedside light and cabinet. Fully equipped bath with shower over, WC and washbasin with illuminated mirror, also containing washing machine.

An identical villa is available - please enquire.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
There is a baby cot available on request.

A MP3 docking station is provided to enable visitors to play their own music.

We have accumulated a wide selection of books for guests to enjoy whilst relaxing at the villa, around the pool or on the beach - even in between watching the world go by the many bars and tavernas.

Further details outdoors:
- Shared swimming pool with children's shallow pool and outside shower.
- Parking for two cars
- Outside large patio area, shaded with climbing vines and bougainvilleas with outside dining table and chairs
- Small garden with prolific flowers and shrubs.

Further details

- No smoking
- No pets
- Cleaning and linen change is carried out weekly and is included in the price. If a midweek clean and/or linen change is required, this can be arranged at additional cost.
- Beach towels are not provided. The house towels are not to be used for the beach or swimming pool.
- A security deposit of £100 is required against breakages and/or damage. This is refundable within 10 days of the house keys being returned, providing the agent has found everything to be in order after checking the house inventory.

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Messara Sunset

 

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Villa from the pool

 

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Bedroom

The Crete region

The Messara region offers the discerning traveller a part of Crete away from the busy north of the Island. The area remains traditionally ‘Cretan’ despite the expanse of tourism and for those looking for the real Crete, this region provides a wide range of experiences.

We came to this area some 20 years ago and immediately became enthralled with its diverse culture, villages, mountains and above all the real warmth of the people.

The region is located on the edge of Messara Bay in South Central Crete with it’s west facing stunning golden beach and spectacular sunsets. It is rich in archaeology and Cretan culture including the Minoan palaces of Phaistos and Agia Triada and also the ancient city of Gortyn.

The area tourist season is generally April to November, although the weather is superb at the beginning and end of the season, some of the tavernas, etc close down and direct flights are not available, but flights / ferries can be found via Athens.

The Matala / Pitsidia area

Pitsidia is a village, which sits on the road from Heraklion to Matala. The road by-passes the old village, so it is easily missed. The old village has a ‘platia’ or square at its centre, around which sits 5 Tavernas and a Kafenieon. The village boasts a number of small grocery shops masquerading as ‘supermarkets’, a hairdresser, specialist butcher and a state-of-the-art bakery. Some of the shops are simply doorways, which open up into the narrow streets with only one small room.

Pitsidia is the oldest village in the area. The Cretan residents live in a mixture of old and new dwellings, where generations have welcomed holidaymakers for many years.

The stunning golden beach of Commos is an easy walk, cycle or car hop from Pitsidia (1km), passing through vineyards, olive groves and allotments. Behind the beach is a newly discovered minoan port and will soon be opened as an archaeological site.

Matala is only 5km away and has its own glorious beach with tavernas, a market, shops and ameneties. It has a little nightlife with several music bars. It was once regarded as the best beach in Crete and is famous for its caves that are cut into the cliffs. The beach shelves gently at first and then relatively quickly making it suitable for children to play and for swimming.

How to get there

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From many regional airports in the UK and Europe - EasyJet, Thomas Cook, First Choice, Thomsonfly, Olympic Holidays, Martin Air and many others.
Mid week flights can be really cheap and you can go and return as you wish (eg. go Thursday, return Tuesday) See owner's website for air travel links.
You can take the bus from Heraklion or Chania, take a taxi or hire a car. Car hire is very reasonable - contact owner for special deals. The drive from the airport in Heraklion takes around 45 mins to Pitsidia and total tranquility away from the busy tourist areas.

Activities near Matala

Guestbook for Pitsidia Villas

We had a wonderful time here - the people, the food and fantastic sunsets. Antony and Claire Devizes. Sept. 2009
Archaeology paradise with so many sites close by. We particularly enjoyed exploring the fields around Gortys. Colin and May Lincolnshire June 2010
We just lazed in the sun, read our books and swam in the clear blue sea. Perfect for recharging the batteries. Ros Allwood Letchworth Aug 2010
We enjoyed the walking, both locally and especially the Gorge walks. Pat & David, Hampshire May 2011
We were worried the kids would find it too quiet, but they both want to return. Wendy, Jim, Tom and Sophie, Aug. 2011

Rental prices

Prices for group size 5
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low	1 Dec 11	1 Apr 12	150£ 150	0-	0-	1 Month
Early	1 Apr 12	1 Jun 12	375£ 375	6060	6060	3 Nights
High	1 Jun 12	1 Oct 12	475£ 475	7575	7575	3 Nights
Late	1 Oct 12	1 Dec 12	375£ 375	6060	6060	3 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

- Prices include a clean after 1 week. Additional cleaning if required is charged locally at cost (30 Euros)

- Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.

- Longer lets may be available at special rates - please enquire.

- An identical villa is available for rent - please enquire.

- For special deals see owners website - www.hidden-crete.com

Availability

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Contact the owner

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3 years listed You are contacting Bryan Hidden-Crete Landline n/a Mobile +44 07876 790595 Web Visit site Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This villa has so far received 0 reviews.