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Ulrich E.
9 June 2024
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Ulrich E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
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Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchenette
About this property
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The village
Zaros is a picturesque traditional village, 45 km from Heraklion at the plain of Mount Psiloritis, blessed with natural water springs and a small lake.
The village dates back to ancient times and this is reflected on the presence of a Roman aqueduct, on its traditional alleys built according to ancient architectural motives and on its temples. The village is famous for its beautiful lake as well as for the trout fish farm. Also, we recommend you to visit "Vegera" cafe-tavern at the centre of the village, where traditional Cretan cuisine is served with homemade wine and raki (the famous Cretan alcoholic beverage made by distilling grape pomace).
The famous gorge of Rouvas with its kermes oak forest is located near the village, as well as the old monasteries of Valsamonero, Vrontisi, Agios Nikolaos. Among other sites worth visiting we find the Nida plateau, the old settlements of Kourites, Fari, Drosou, Paliamas and the Laloumas' dam. The area is perfect for hiking.
Furthermore the town of Moires is just a 15-minute drive away where you can shop at the local shops and at the open-air market (pazari) every Saturday. The archaeological sites of Faistos and Gortyna are also very near. Following a 25-minute drive you reach the magnificent beaches of Matala, Komos, Agia Triada, Kokkinos Pyrgos and others
Zaros is a picturesque traditional village, 45 km from Heraklion at the plain of Mount Psiloritis, blessed with natural water springs and a small lake.
The village dates back to ancient times and this is reflected on the presence of a Roman aqueduct, on its traditional alleys built according to ancient architectural motives and on its temples. The village is famous for its beautiful lake as well as for the trout fish farm. Also, we recommend you to visit "Vegera" cafe-tavern at the centre of the village, where traditional Cretan cuisine is served with homemade wine and raki (the famous Cretan alcoholic beverage made by distilling grape pomace).
The famous gorge of Rouvas with its kermes oak forest is located near the village, as well as the old monasteries of Valsamonero, Vrontisi, Agios Nikolaos. Among other sites worth visiting we find the Nida plateau, the old settlements of Kourites, Fari, Drosou, Paliamas and the Laloumas' dam. The area is perfect for hiking.
Furthermore the town of Moires is just a 15-minute drive away where you can shop at the local shops and at the open-air market (pazari) every Saturday. The archaeological sites of Faistos and Gortyna are also very near. Following a 25-minute drive you reach the magnificent beaches of Matala, Komos, Agia Triada, Kokkinos Pyrgos and others
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
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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
On-site 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
Property Registration Number 00001219083
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
About the area
Zaros
Faistos is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hermitage of Agios Efthymios Nivritos and Rouvas Gorge, while Museum of Messara and Museum of Cretan Ethnology are cultural highlights.
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What's nearby
- Hermitage of Agios Efthymios Nivritos - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
- Holy Monastery of Saint Anthony Vrontisiou - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Museum of Messara - 17 min drive - 11.8 km
- Gortys - 17 min drive - 12.2 km
- Palace of Phaistos - 28 min drive - 23.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Manassakis Taverna - 13 min drive
- ΤΣΙΚΡΙΤΣΑΚΗΣ - 12 min drive
- Mulberry Caffé - 12 min drive
- Street Coffee - 13 min drive
- Σαβουϊδάκης - 16 min drive
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10/10 Excellent
Kathleen L.
8 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Krafttankstelle
Kathleen L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
nathalie h.
7 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent séjour
nathalie h.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Vivi
Languages:
English, Greek
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