Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway
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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! 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! 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! The airport and the port of Heraklion are located 22km away from the property! There is a bus station at 150m from the property!