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Villa Helidona |
Heraklion , Crete, Greece |
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Just 20 minutes from Heraklion airport, tucked away on the hillsides of the northern coast of Crete, you will find the village of Episkopi. Discover Crete the way it was - the way it's meant to be. Your secret holiday retreat is just minutes from the village square. Hidden behind a wall you will find your luxury holiday villa. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family |
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Bedrooms:
| 4 |
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Guests:
| 8 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Open the gate and live your holiday in a beautifully restored and furnished 19th century traditional Cretan stone house. Let the atmosphere enchant you. Swim in your very own large private pool. Indulge into the privacy of the home and the pool area. Relax rest and heal during your stay at this truly peaceful home. All the comfort you need you will find right here in this beautiful and spacious luxury villa. Spend quality time with your family or friends... and share precious memories with your loved ones. Isn't it time you take your well-deserved easygoing holiday in a wonderful luxury villa in Crete? Villa Helidona is just the right place for a peaceful and relaxing holiday retreat. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Crete is a beautiful island and the landscape is quite breathtaking; the blue Mediterranean sea, the high mountain ranges, the scents from orange blossoms in early spring to wild mountain herbs in late summer. Wonderful for hiking – the European Trekking route E4 passes just 3km from the village. There are riding stables 10 mins away. For golfers, there’s an 18 hole PGA design course 20 minutes away. For the children, a water park 10 minutes from the villa and a fabulous aquarium 15 minutes away. Mountain biking and paragliding are both also on offer a 20 minute drive away. If it’s history and culture you’re after, head for the Minoan Palaces, the Venetian fortress of Spinalonga or the various archaeological museums. During Summer there are often music festivals. You can even try your hand at Greek cooking lessons at the villa, or we can organise for a therapist to come to the villa to give you a massage or yoga session. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Nearest airport Heraklion - 20 minutes by car to villa. Episkopi lies 18 km to the southeast of Heraklion. Nearest beach Amnissos-Karteros 10 minutes by car from villa. Nearest port Heraklion – 30 minutes by car to villa. |
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Nearest airports:
| Heraklion 20 mins |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Heraklion |
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Car Hire:
| Advised |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Episkopi |
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Nearest beach:
| Amnissos-Karteros (10 mins) |
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Nearest shop:
| Episkopi |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Dimitris Roumeliotakis |
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Contact Phone No. |
+306972623671 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Birdwatching / Cycling / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Therapies / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
Cot / Highchair / Dishwasher / DVD player / Internet Access / Linen provided / Log Fire / Maid Service / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
There are three bedrooms and a sleeping gallery. The master bedroom (in the main house) overlooks the pool. Wooden stairs lead up to the sleeping gallery from the dining room – there’s a metre high partition to provide privacy for the twin beds up here. There are two interconnected bedrooms in the west wing upper level (separate annex). Both rooms overlook the inner courtyard – one is a twin and one a queen size. There are two bathrooms, one in the main house and one in the west wing. The living room is large with comfortable seating, large French windows to terrace, fireplace, TV, CD etc. The traditional high ceilinged dining room is accessed via the lower courtyard. The kitchen is also accessed from the inner courtyard (or the dining room) and is decorated in traditional Cretan style and well equipped.
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Courtyard / Garden / Swimming Pool / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
The pool is 13m x 6m (1.35m deep in the shallow end and 2.2 m in the deep end.) Lit at night, it’s also perfect for a midnight dip! Trees, bushes and flowers surround the pool area – it’s a wonderfully private spot for sunbathing on the sunbeds or in the hammock, and swimming. There is a shaded terrace with a dining table, perfect for dining alfresco, a BBQ ready for your ‘souvlaki’ and bamboo garden chairs in the shade overlooking the pool. There is an orchard with a variety of fruit trees and a small vegetable garden which you are welcome to use. From the back of the garden you look over the rolling hills and on a clear day can see the Lasithi mountain range. Bougainvillea and honeysuckle cover the walls of the secluded inner courtyard where there are built in stone benches and a stone table – perfect for breakfast! An old style stone oven and covered well add to the atmosphere.
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Further Details |
Just the right place to spend a wonderful and relaxing holiday in Greece. Tourism has hardly touched this village and “filoxenia” (Greek for hospitality) is simply the motto of Episkopi. A tradition deeply rooted in the Cretan way of life. The name Episkopi dates back to the second Byzantine period on Crete. During this time the bishop seat of the coastal village Hersonissos was moved further inland. Episkopi means bishop seat. Many small Byzantine churches with frescos from the Cretan School of Renaissance (14th/15th century) are found in and around the village. The main source of income is from agriculture. Olive groves and vineyards surround the villages. Life moves with a different pace compared to the coastal tourist areas. This is Crete the way it was and the way it is meant to be. For your food shopping you will find a baker, pastry shop, butcher, supermarkets and green grocer. There is also a barber shop, post office, bank (ATM), chemist/pharmacy, medical center, card phone, 2 taxis, bus service to/from Heraklion 3x daily, gas/petrol and a police station. For eating out (lunch/dinner) there are tavernas in Episkopi and area. Free delivery from local taverna to villa. Also a must is a visit to one of the traditional cafés “kafeneia” for a cup of “Greek” coffee or ouzo, raki, wine or beer served with“mezedes” (Greek style appetizers).
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Conditions of
Rental |
Rates are based on the number of people staying. Children under 2 years are free. Taxes, utilities, maid service twice a week and welcome basket all included. You will always have exclusive use of the villa. Deposit of 30% due on booking and balance six weeks before arrival. Cancellation policy – all payments are non refundable. Arrival any time after 4pm. Departure by 11am. Cot available on request.
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Other Information |
Child Friendly / Pet Friendly / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Villa Helidona |
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Dear Dimitri - we have been coming to Crete for many years, but have never enjoyed such a beautiful house and friendly village. We've had a very relaxing week around the pool and peaceful countryside. Thank you.
Harrington, UK, May 2003 
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Thank you so much for a wonderful holiday in your home. The pool is spectacular and the location in the village, away from other tourists, couldn't be better.
The villagers showed us such kind hospitality with their gifts of grapes, wine and melons and made us feel very much at home. Episkopi is a little piece of heaven.
Robertson, London, Sep 2003
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Dimitris, thank you very much for a very special, wonderful holiday. Villa Helidona is unique and it has been a privilege for us to have been yours guests.
Laurie, USA, Aug 2005
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A fascinating house in a friendly village, away from the noise and bustle of the coast. We've enjoyed looking at all your interesting objects and watching the swallows skimming over the pool. A perfect place to unwind.
Beswick, UK, May 2006
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With no much explanation, you are about to experience the best days in your life in this wonderful space.
This is the best house we have ever entered and truly magic place which will be remembered for the rest of our life.
Cvetkovic, Servia, Sep 2006
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A lovely haven of peace. A beautiful house and charming host. Who needs dolphins to swim with? The swallows are superb giving hours of acrobatic entertainment. Thank you Dimitri for the privilege of staying in your house.
Kendol, UK, Jun 2007
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