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LUXURIOUS SMYRNIS LOFT
Situated in the center of Heraklion, 100m from the Archeologigal Museum and Lions Square, and 30m from the main shopping area. The loft has just been completely renovated and features a spacious sunny veranda, perfect for your breakfast or a cocktail under the Cretan sky. You may indulge in the plush amenities of the loft (Wi-Fi Netflix Nespresso coffee and an oustandingly comfortable bed), explore the variety of nearby restaurants and cafés. Strategically located close to public transportation

Sea Breeze (ecological villa)
Surrounded by olive trees and with a breathtaking panoramic view, this solar powered house will not cease to surprise you! Kitchen and living room are not separated by any wall and this creates an open and comfortable environment. We grow our food in an organic way and we have 8 chickens and 2 goats, which provide us with fresh milk and eggs every day. So don't waste your time in crowded resorts and boring apartments. Come stay at our home, meet our charming goats and experience something new!

High end loft with free parking, hammam and sauna.
High end living for digital nomads and wellness lovers in Heraklion Crete. Ideally located in a peaceful neighborhood with easy access to E75 national road for day trips and beach days. It has free protected parking. The construction finished on November 2022, it occupies 135sq.m. in three floors and is built with premium materials and comfort in mind. If you want to stay in Heraklion for work, holidays or just need a wellness getaway for a few nights, this loft has something for everyone.

Beachfront house with an amazing view
This picturesque house is built on a small peninsula, right above the water, facing the sea from both sides. You can enjoy the sea view simply lying in bed! The feeling of the sea penetrates you just by relaxing on the sofa, without even having to swim! The unique landscape, the quiet rhythm of life and the great food in this village of archaeological interest, will quickly fill you with calmness and relaxation. Advantage: quick refreshment of soul, mind and body. Free wifi 50 mbpps!!

Mpitzarakis Studio On the Beach
An amazing house next to the sea on the wonderful beach of Agia Pelagia at Heraklion Crete Greece. It is ideal for a couple or a family of four persons( two adults - two kids)It is located at an idyllic bay where the sea is always calm even in windy days.Very close to the house you can find whatever facilities you need like pharmacy , internet cafe,supermatkets e.t.c. otherwise next to it there are restaurants,cafes, diving, water sports, spa, car and boat rentals.You will just love it.

Chic Country Cottage For Two....
Asteri cottage is an open plan, bijou and beautifully designed one bedroom cottage. Perfect for couples and honeymooners. The boutique style interior opens up to large terraces for dining and relaxation. The ensuite shower room leads out from the calming bedroom to the private plunge pool, which is 2m by 4m in size. The pool can be heated with prior request. The cottage nestles between mature olive trees in an acre of beautiful Cretan countryside and is secluded from the main house.

Traditional stone house
Renovated- traditional 100 year old stone house (74, 91 sq.m.) reminiscent of a shelter. Settled in a small village named Zourva, at an altitude of 650 m. in the heart of the White Mountains. Furnished, with air-conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, TV and energy fireplace for cold winter nights. Two large balconies with stunning views of the cypress forest and Tromarissa gorge. There are two taverns in the village, and also two beautiful hiking paths for those who love hiking.

Wildgarden - Guest House
Guest-house designed with love,viewing our wildgarden and the South-Cretan coast. Many beautiful beaches can be reached by car in just a few minutes . The wild-romantic landscape is just perfect to relax and recreate, and there are many possibilities for activities such as hiking,horse-riding,mountain-biking,diving,wind-surfing,sailing and more. Nearby archaeological sites tell tales of the mysterious Cretan past,while cosy taverns invite you to taste the incredible Cretan food.

The Nest
Pleasant accommodation in a residential complex. A renovated (2018) apartment drowned in a cretan garden full of olive trees, lemon trees, carob trees, cypresses, scents and bird ticks. A quite, bohemian, distinctive nest next to the sea for couples, families and even group of friends who seek the bliss of nature, 5 km from Agios Nikolaos.An attempt to overcome the dividing line between indoor and natural environments and reconcile the Greek tradition with modernism and comfort

Seli Anaxagoras - Apartment near the sea
The apartment Anaxagoras consists of an open-plan residential complex and is characterized by an imposing original Venetian arch, which separates the kitchen and living area from sleeping. It has direct access to your (private) garden with barbecue and large dining table with sea view. Everything has been renovated with lots of love for the traditional details in 2017. Here you can inhale a touch of Cretan history in a unique and comfortable atmosphere.

Mekia House
Mekia house is located in a peaceful environment with wonderful panoramic view to the western sea and the sunset from all places of the house. Our guests can enjoy the starry sky in the private outdoor jacuzzi. Mekia house is made with passion for those who love hearing the sound of the sea and watching the colors of the sunset. Located just 300 meters from the sea, very close to the famous Elafonisi (13km), Falassarna (30km) and Mpalos(40km) beaches.

★ONLY FOR 2★, COSY STONE VILLA PRIVATE POOL WiFi
Villa 'Sofas' is the perfect romantic holiday haven. Open the wooden picket gate and step into the delightful stone paved courtyard, set behind the stone wall. The villa is built in warm honeyed limestone, and the old wooden shutters and ivy combine to create a wonderful building, full of character. Surrounded by mature shrubs, lush foliage and stone patios, it is easy to imagine you have stepped back in time.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Crete
Apartment rentals with wifi

Orpheus House beachfront 2bdr panoramic view

Panoramic 2 bedroom appartment & private jacuzzi

Summer breeze

Urban Hive Deluxe suite with roof garden Heraklion

Chryssi Akti Sea View 1 min (100m) from the beach

GM Heraklion Center Apartment

Charming 5thfloor apartment with balcony & parking

Beachfront apartment
Family-friendly house rentals

"Eleni" Sea Luxury Apartment

Villa Alma in Crete, Sea View 2min from the beach!

Bungalow in nature, 10’ from Chania old town.

Beautiful renovated villa in Aptera

Heraklion, “The Landscape View House” in Knossos

Bright, Airy House On The Beach of Maridaki!

The Little Pearl

Blue and Sea vol2
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Relaxo I - Luxury suite in the heart of Heraklion

Beach Front Boho Penthouse Overlooking the Sea

Artemis Seafront Apartments - 6

Kyra Vintage Old Town

Seafront Apt. by Myseasight.com Studio Gardenview

Studio Mare - beach front

Penthouse with breathtaking views of city and sea!

Utopia city Nest 3 Rooftop
Other great holiday rentals near Crete

Galux Pool Home 1

Nature Villas Myrthios - Elia

Deucalion - MiraView Villas & Residences

Lygaries, villa Louisa, by the sea, no car needed

Ocean Wave's Villa!A unique waterfront experience!

Avghi Country House Crete -authentic hosting-

Cueva Villa III, with Pool, SeaViews & walk to Sea

Lenico Beachfront Suites
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- Plakias beach
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- Old Venetian Harbour of Chania
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- Heraklion Archaeological Museum
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