Heracles Traditional Cretan House 1

Heracles Traditional Cretan House 1 is located in Spili, a picturesque village located at an altitude of 430 meters, 28 kilometers south – east of Rethymno, in the centre of Crete. Due to the location of the village you have the chance to explore easily the north as well as the south part of the island. This historic house was built almost 250 years ago and has been carefully renovated with love and attention so none of its unique traditional elements was harmed. Its stone walls are 60 cm thick, which makes the house cool during summer and warm during winter. The property can accommodate up to 5 people. In the living area you will find a sofa-bed which can accommodate two people and a flat screen TV. In the bedroom, the old wine production space has been transformed into an amazing double bed. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the cooking utensils and appliances you may need such us oven, cooking rings, fridge, kettle, dish washer and washing machine. Next to the kitchen there is one more single bed and a traditional bread oven with a decorative fireplace. Outdoors you can enjoy relaxing in the spacious veranda with great view to the surrounding mountains. It is my pleasure to help my guests. I will be available any time during your stay. Prior to your arrival, I would like to know your flight details and telephone number, in case I need to contact you! Also, please let me know if you have any special requests. At your arrival day, I will be waiting for you, in order to welcome you and give you all the information you may need about the house and the area! The house is situated in the upper part of the village, 150 meters from the main road. The main square of the village is lovely and has a fine stone fountain constituted by a row of stone carved lion heads from where crystal-clear water flows all year around. Spili offers all amenities a traveler may need. A lot of taverns, cafes and shops are reachable in a small distance. Some interesting Byzantine churches and a medieval tower are quite interesting to visit.