Christinoula house

"Cristinoula house'' is a dublex apartment (maisonette) and it is located in Piskokefalo(is only 3km from Sitia) . It is built of stone, that's why it is cool in summer and warm in winter. The house has got a unique view, perfect for relax. The owners usual can offer greek coffee, herbs, oil and raki. The neighborhood is really quiet with lots of traditional houses among narrow roads full of flowers. Τhe reason why our place is unique is that you can enjoy a lot of natural scenery and beaches without the massive tourism. We support a different type of tourism away from the tourist industry that many times destroy and change the enviroment and the nature. Α way that the traveler with respect will see, explore and enjoy every region while learning local culture, history and civilization, knowing local people, etc. We can recommend amazing beaches, gorges, historical and archaeologically places which any visitor should know of this area. "Christinoula house" located in Piskokefalo which is one of the largest villages in the region. The ruins of a Minoan villa were found in the area together with many artifacts such as idols, human and animal figurines, small clay houses etc. It appears that Piskokefalo used to be the feudal property of the Kornaros family, one of whose descendants was Vitsentzos Kornaros- author of the famous poem "Erotokritos"- who is considered one of the greatest poets in the Greece. The house, the watermill and the church of the Kornaros family can still be seen in the village. Anyone can enjoy the coloful and traditional houses, the square of the village with the famous "rakadika" or have a leisurely stroll or hike . Well, we are waiting for you. The only thing you can do is just to get the experience! We are available for our guest, offering information and tips for our aeria A quiet and friendly neighborhood. If you are travelling in lasithi and in Creta definitively you will need a car or motorbike. Otherwise it's useless to come.