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Guesthouses Vasilikata

Area

Vasilikata guesthouses are located in the beautiful Lassithi plateau in Crete, at an altitude of 850 m. This place has a rich cultural heritage and history. Italian cartographer named Francesco Vasilikata was the first to map the area.

Activities

Caves
The caves of the Lasithi plateau are one of the most important poles of attraction of the Lassithi plateau. Their reputation is due both to their incredible natural beauty and to their archaeological significance.
Mountain climbing
The mountain belt of the Lassithi Plateau, through which the European path E4 passes, consists of a series of more than 20 alps, the height of which starts at 1163 m. Alp Louloudaki has a height of 2148 meters! Among these alps, there are small fertile valleys and smaller plateaus such as Limnakaros, Katharo, and Nisimos.
Observation of birds and wildlife
The visitor can enjoy a gentle hiking in the area and be impressed by the 14 species of wild orchid, aromatic and medicinal herbs, such as diktamo, but also many other rare plants and trees, such as the vineyard. There are many national trails, such as the Minoan trail.
Monasteries and chapels
The Vizian Monastery and the Kroustalenia Monastery exhibit unparalleled natural wealth and incredible historical data.
Cycling
On a plateau with 25.000 square meters of flat land, there is no better destination for a bicycle ride in nature.
Local cuisine
The locals have always had a slight independence from the grocery. The local cuisine is based on family production as well as on the gathering of wild herbs. The visitor can initiate in this philosophy and participate in the process of collecting, preparing and cooking the food. He can also see the whole process of the brewed bread, starting from the field with the sprats, from the carving and the polishing, from the milling and of course the kneading and baking in an authentic wood oven.
Cooking Classes
Take your basket and your appetite and come with us to our organic farm. Together we will gather all we need for our Cretan cooking experience. Our family will make you feel as you are invited for a Sunday meal with friends.
Yoga
Soap seminar
Demonstration of soap-making

Guesthouses Vasilikata
Address:
Agios Konstantinos, Oropedio Lasithiou
Town/village:
Agios Konstantinos
Region:
Crete

vasilikata.gr

+30 6977248456
+30 28440 31147

info@vasilikata.gr

Educational farm Dounias

family-owned agricultural farm and tavern

The idea of gastronomical center of Cretan diet, Ntounias, was born when Stelios Trilirakis decided to create his own place, a place that he could resurrect the scents and the tastes that was introduced to as a child in their own village. A kitchen lab with “parasies” (traditional pots) and wood oven always accordingly with the highest standards of hygiene and food security. A small family business was assembled along with a small farm with organic products, wine oil and honey that are used exclusively in the restaurant.

“TO KERAMIANO”

Keramiano honey is a family business that has a legacy of over 50 years. Since Manolis Nikiforakis started to produce honey in the 60s a lot have changed. Except the supreme quality of the Cretan thyme honey. After that his son, Yannis and nowadays his grandson Manolis evolved to adjust in the modern production ways offering high quality organic honey.

MAVRES WINERY

Mavredakis family coming from the village Katochori cultivates grapes on the foothills of White Mountains and makes wine according to the family and the local tradition. Locally grown and international varietes of grapes in over 200 acres of the family vineyard, a unique and well known one about the productive capability in the climate of Keramia Village. Here you can find the famous variety of red grapes in Chania, called Romeiko.

Ntounias Educational Farm
Address:
Keramion, Nerokouros, Chania 731 00
Town/village:
Keramion
Region:
Crete

ntounias.gr

+30 28210 65083
+30 6974 989 248

steliostrilyrakis@gmail.com

Earino Accommodations

Set on the foot of Mount Psiloritis, Earino offers accommodation with kitchen, and a tavern with terrace enjoying panoramic views of Malevyzi Valley. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property.

Earino apartments and maisonettes are traditionally decorated with dark-wood furnishings. Each has a living area with fireplace and opens out to a balcony overlooking the mountainous Cretan landscape. Facilities include a TV, CD player and air conditioning.

A variety of local specialities made with fresh organic products is served at Earino tavern. At the coffee house of the complex, guests can enjoy light snacks and homemade ‘raki’, a traditional Cretan drink.

The city of Heraklion is 24 km away from Earino. Guests can also visit the nearby Asites village featuring stone-built houses and picturesque alleys. Free parking is available on site.

Earino Accommodations
Address:
Kato Asites 700 13, Greece
Town/village:
Kato Asites
Region:
Crete

earino.gr

+30 2810.861528
+30 6946.689652

info@earino.gr

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Guesthouse Rokka

The first image that welcomes you to Rokka guesthouse is the panoramic commanding view of the Stouros mountain peak, whilst the courtyard is an open window to the surrounding valleys. This is where your journey begins and where you get to know the village life, its people and us! Rokka isn’t just another guesthouse in Zagori. This is our home and it’s open to those who would like to experience our way of life with us!

accomodation

The guesthouse exterior is representative of the distinctive grey stone-built architecture of the region, which dates all the way back to the 19th century. Inside, we have 5 bedrooms, which have been fully renovated to offer a simple yet homely, cosy and tranquil space to relax. Rokka is not about luxury, it’s all about the warmth of the home and the people. All of the rooms have toilet and washing facilities and two of them have their own fireplace.

wool & weaving

On the first floor of the guesthouse, two rooms have been dedicated to the art of weaving and the world of wool. Lena has been immersed in this world for over a decade and if you like, she can show you how to weave and create your own piece of fabric.

In the workshop you can witness all of the stages of wool processing: carding, spinning using a distaff and spinning wheel, and finally you can dye the wool different colours with natural plant dyes that have been collected from the surrounding nature.

When you are ready you can make your very own creations!

activities

The surrounding area offers ample opportunities for a vast range of activities in nature. Georgia can help you plan short or long-distance treks, depending on what you would like to see and do.

You can go horse-riding and explore the valleys and paths of the picturesque villages of Mikro Papigo and Megalo Papigo, two villages which have been amphitheatrically built on the steep slopes that look up towards the imposing Astraka peak of Mount Tymphe.

Vasilis can take you water rafting in the crystal-clear, turquoise waters of the Voidomatis river.

The spring and autumn seasons offer the opportunity to grab your baskets and go mushroom foraging in the valleys with Katerina so you can collect your own wild mushrooms, black and white truffles.

As far as rainy days are concerned, these aren’t a problem as we turn them into hours of creative fun in Lena’s Saita workshop which is located on the first floor of the guesthouse.

Guesthouse Rokka
Address:
Elafotopos (Tservari),Central Zagori, Ioannina
Town/village:
Elafotopos
Region:
Ioannina

rokkazagori.gr

+30 26530 71580
+30 6942 485213

rokkazagori@gmail.com

Patriko Traditional Residence

In the region of Apokorona, between Chania and Rethymnon, we invite you to share authentic Cretan holidays in the village of Vafes, which combines tradition and hospitality.

The village of Vafes has been listed as a preserved historical monument & traditional settlement by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture, due to its long history.

We guarantee an exciting dive in the heart of such a traditional Cretan village, in stone houses with character, which is ideally located for visiting the wonderful region of Lefka Ori. The houses of Patriko Traditional Stone Residence are comfortable, tastefully decorated and furnished in traditional Cretan style. The presence of stone and wood gives them a beautiful, rustic atmosphere, which is completed by the presence of a fireplace.

Patriko includes 5 houses that can accommodate 2 to 8 people (3 houses suitable for 2 to 3 people, 2 houses for 4 to 7 people). All houses are on two levels, except for one for 2/3 persons, and with the terraces on the first floor, you have a beautiful village or mountain view.

Each comes with a well-equipped kitchenette and a seating area with satellite TV. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas and Free parking is available on site and at a nearby location.

The host can assist you with anything you may need, e.g. information, renting of cars/bikes/bicycles and a shuttle service to the airport and port is also provided at extra charge, upon request.

A traditional Cretan breakfast is served at an extra charge at a nearby local cafeteria.

The scenic town of Chania is 37 km away and the port of Souda can be reached in 29 km. Georgioupolis town and beach is 11 km away.

Do not forget to visit the Kryonerida cave and gorge, 300m far from the heart of the village. The scenic route is absolutely beautiful

Patriko Residence
Address:
Vryses, Sfakia, Crete
Town/village:
Vryses
Region:
Crete

patrikoresidence.gr

+30 2825 051510

emvalsamakis@gmail.com

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Natalia’s Houses

Situated in the small and unspoilt hillside village of Douliana. Half an hour drive from the Venetian influenced city of Chania and its international airport, and just a ten minute drive from the nearest sandy beach of Almirida and Kalives.

AGRO-TOURISM

Our complex of four Traditional Stone built cottages, is surounded by olive groves, carob trees and fields full of herbs and wild flowers. By the cottages you will find our small vegetable garden with tomatoes and peppers and a few fruit trees, such as lemons and pomegranates, for our guests to harvest themselves and enjoy any time.
Also our small farm is only a short walk away. There you can help feeding the animals in the morning , collect fresh eggs and in the evening enjoy home cooked meals with localy sourced products.
The olive groves the family owns for generations, are located only a few kilometers away. Our guests can participate in the anual harvest early in November. To follow and witness the process of olive oil , from field to bottle and make their own olive oil soap.

Our village

A unique peaceful village, viewing the White Mountains. With small narrow streets and most of the buildings dated back to the 1885. A place where you can still witness, the true rural way of Cretan life and be part of it. Douliana is well hidden from mainstream tourism, away from busy main roads. Ideal for families, hikers and nature lovers with many countryside footpaths to explore. With a mixture of easy walks and challenging hikes, something to suit all tastes. Douliana has been awarded with protected Village status due to its historic stone buildings and church, and awarded the title of the national conservation area of beauty “NATURA”.

Seasonal Activities

During winter time, we are collecting oranges and lemons from our garden and preparing homemade jams and tasty liquers.
Our guests may join in harvesting such as : Olives (during November), picking up seasonal herbs from the fields and cooking classes of traditional dishes.
We may provide and advise guests for:Bicycle hire and tours, Horse Riding, Sea Kayak (Almyrida beach).

Services

Upon arrival, you will find a complementary at your refrigerator with local products to enjoy breakfast at the terrace.
Natalia and Vasso, will be happy to prepare for you breakfast, traditional cretan receipes for dinner and meze for raki or ouzo. Fresh coocked meals are prepare everyday by the ladies of the house. just ask for the dish of the day and enjoy by the pool or have it at your house.

Grocery shop and Kafenion

We own the traditional grocery shop, which is inside our complex, whereby one can buy local products such as: olive oil, honey, jams, herbs, carob products, home made soaps, a variation of wines from small producers of the area, and many other traditional products.
At our Kafenion, next to the pool, every day is offered breakfast, coffee, mountain tea pies and cakes.

Natalia’s Houses
Address:
Douliana Apokoronas
Vamos GR 73008
Town/village:
Douliana
Region:
Crete

nataliashouses.gr

+30 28250 23356

nataliashouse@yahoo.gr

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