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Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway

Vacation home in Minoa Pediada with kitchen and balcony

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Beach
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Fridge, oven, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
TV, fireplace, offices

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5818 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Smari
  • Place, Acqua Plus Water Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Crete Golf Club
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Star Beach Water Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Minoa Pediada

This vacation home places you 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from Nikos Kazantzakis Museum and 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from Watercity Waterpark. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Acqua Plus Water Park - 21 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Crete Golf Club - 22 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Star Beach Water Park - 27 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Port of Hersonissos - 28 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Stalis Beach - 32 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobby bar Village Heights - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Κοσμάς - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Acqua Plus Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Αθιβολή • Athivoli - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Decauville - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway

Summary:
A fully equipped property in the heart of Crete, near many natural sites, such as The Fairy cave of Astrakon, Karteros Canyon and Skotinos cave, will offer you and amazing stay during your holidays!
Explore the multiple sites of the area and the all too many sandy beaches of the island, that are located near the property!
An ideal starting point to explore the island of Crete!
Free Wifi and parking are available on site!

The Space:
A fully equipped house in the pittoresque village of Smari will offer you an unforgettable stay in the island of Crete!
The property features two levels that are connected with an internal staircase.
On the ground level there is a cozy living room area with a double sofa and two cozy armchairs where you can relax enjoying the decoration notes of the interior! The kitchen area is fully equipped so you can prepare your meals with electrical kitchen, oven, fridge and a dishwasher!
There is also a spacious interior dinning area along with outdoor furniture in the balcony-garden of the property where you can enjoy your meals or taste your drink from the exterior mini-bar!
There is a bedroom on the ground floor with 2 single beds and an en suite bathroom!
On the floor is loacted the master bedroom with a comfy double bed and a single one along with an en suite bathroom and a spacious balcolny with furniture where you can relax enjoying the sunset and the night breeze of the area.
A playpen is also available upon request!
There is free wifi and parking on the street available for our guests!
An amazing choice for your summer vacation!

Guest Access:
Guests will have exclusive access to the property!

The Neighborhood:
The property is located in the village of Smari only 10km away from the seaside village of Gouves and the infamous sandy beach!!!
In the village of Smari you’ll find a bakery, a mini-market and taverns, where you can enjoy the local flavours and get a taste of the traditional, worldwide known Cretan hospitalty. In the nearby village of Kasteli, only 6km away, you will find anything you might need during your stay; mini-markets, banks, a medical center, cafes, bakeries and taverns!
Near the property you will find a variety of beaches such as Kato Gouves (10km), Aposelemi and Analipsi (15km), Arina & Amnisos (16km), Saradari (18km), Mallia (24km) and the sandy beach of Ammoudara at (29km)!
Natural sites as the Skoteinos Cave (9km), The Fairy Cave of Astrakon (12km), the Canyon of Karteros (19km) are an excellent escape route in the hot days of the summer!
Don’t miss out the chance to visit the cheese dairy in Smari and get a tour to know how cheese is produced in our island! The village os Smari has a strong cultural footprint wth two museums and a well known summer festival on July and August!
Take a chance to explore the ancient culture of the island and the famous Minoan civilazation; visit the Ancient Palaces of Knossos (25km) and Mallion (29km) and travel through time gazing upon the ancient palaces and the well known frescos that are decorating their walls!
An ideal choice for those who want to escape their daily life and have peaceful vacation in a pittoresque village of Crete while exploring the beauties of the greek island!

Getting Around:
You can reach the property by car, taxi or the local bus!

Other Things to Note:
The airport and the port of Heraklion are located 22km away from the property!
There is a bus station at 150m from the property!

Interaction with Guests:
Holihouse deals exclusively with online advertising, promotion and online administration on all international rental platforms.
Holihouse's goal is to serve guests and host online for a pleasant stay!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 818 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Παρακαλώ μην αφήνεται τα κλειδιά πάνω στη πόρτα! Ευχαριστώ!// Please don’t leave the keys on the door!

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 00000852226

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Minoa Pediada, close to Crete Golf Club, Acqua Plus Water Park, and Watercity Waterpark. You'll also find Labyrinth Park and Dinosauria Park nearby.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), which is 13.3 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway?

Yes, every accommodation at Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.