Nestled in the picturesque village of Episkopi, just 17 km from Heraklion and live a unique holiday experience in the traditional family house “Villa Helidona”.
This family stone house of the 19th century is fully renovated and can accommodate up to 8 people. Fully equipped, furnished and decorated tastefully in Cretan style, has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
The house has a large swimming pool, a garden and a shaded terrace to dine and share relaxing moments with family or friends. The view from the house over the surrounding hills and olive groves offers a peaceful and relaxing holiday.




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Indulge in the privacy of a holiday home, combining tradition with modern comforts in a green and quiet environment. Enjoy the Cretan hospitality, relax by the large pool and dream with the particular scents of the Cretan countryside. Enthusiasts of authenticity, history and outdoor activities will be delighted as the house is ideally located to discover the hotspots of Heraklion region.
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House up to 8 persons (×1 ) 200 m2
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From the house:
Organic garden with fruits (oranges & lemons) and seasonal vegetables at guests’ disposal
In the surrounding area:
Traditional cooking classes, at a local tavern 150m from the house
Marked hiking trails (5 km)
Horseback riding, in Karteros (9 km)
The archeological site of Knossos (13 km) and Phaestos (60 km)
Visit at the vineyards and olive groves at Peza Union (9 km) and learn everything about wine and olive production
Wine tasting and guided tour in Boutaris vineyard and winery in Scalani (8 km)
Mediterra Winery in Kounavi (10 km)
The Crete Golf club - 18 holes - in Hersonissos (18 km)
The Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, one of the largest & modern aquariums in Europe
Rakokazano/Kazani Fest- See how the Cretans brew their Schnapps "raki", taking place in October every year
The archeological Museum of Archanes (13 km) and Heraklion (17 km)
Argyrakeio War & Ethnological Museum of Episkopi (100 m)
The Agarathos Monastery (5 km)
Minoan pottery, Thrapsano (12 km)