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The Old Cretan Cottage
the gravel yard is an ideal space to relax at the end of the day
Terrace/patio
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Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

The Old Cretan Cottage

The old cottage is a 300 year old stone built house with all its original futures. Traditional and modern characteristics are blended nicely in this old cottage aiming to create a peaceful living for the tenants where time and nature are cultivating a homely feeling. The house has all the amenities to host a couple or a family up to 3 people with the asking price additional
Guests pay a small feee. Stay at the old Cretan cottage is an experience rather than a stoping place for a night. That’s why I cannot accept less than 1 night stay .
Having private cleaner to look after my cottage since I live abroad makes it easier to have a gap between guests . This is not a hotel like house but a unique cottage and one of the first buildings in the village .The location comprises of hills ideal for hiking and multiple beaches for safe swimming and multiple choice of water sports directly in the Cretan pelagos.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Sitia

Located in Sitia, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Toplou Monastery and Zakros Palace are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vai Palm Grove and Chiona Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lasithi county /Sitia, Crete Region

What's nearby

  • Chiona Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Toplou Monastery - 15 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Vai Palm Grove - 19 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Vai Beach - 20 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Itanos Beach - 20 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Sitia (JSH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Χιώνα seafood restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Itanos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Il Forno - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Surf Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Μετόχι - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Cretan Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Cretan Cottage?

As of 8 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Cretan Cottage on 1 May 2026 start from NZ$346, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Old Cretan Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Cretan Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Cretan Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Cretan Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sitia cottage is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Chiona Beach and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Maridáti. Skinias Beach and Vai Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Maria Loulaki

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I’ve inherited this house from my grandmother in 1999. In 2001 I relocated in England and 2002 I gave birth to my son and we are both living here ever since. Life and work was always my priority and my vision was to be able to renovate the old house one day. The renovation started last September and finished in April 2019. I’m greategul to the good work of the local workmen and my family who supervised the progress of this project and pleased for it came out to be as I dreamed it.
This house has a magical impact to its tenants and creates a homely feeling any time of the day and any day of the year. I wish to rent it out to those who appreciate the history and culture of this ancient location and the untouched nature and wish to get the feeling of rural Crete. I hope everyone who stays in to the cottage to come back again and build its own history along the old one.

Why they chose this property

The unique feeling of being in the hands of god or gods and the quite location makes this cottage special. The ancient town of Itanos it is only 15 min drive and there you can see the temple of Zeus and the identify the influence of the Hellenistic and Phoenician civilizations. The cottage is located in the old part of the village of palekastro under the hills and the only sound that can wake you up in the morning is the bells from the goats from the near by hill or the singing of the birds! Simply magnificent!

What makes this property unique

Despite the quite of the location in just few minutes walk you can be in the middle of the village with the choice of multiple grocery shops, pharmacy and taverns . Or you could walk further more to the beachfront if you want to enjoy the fish taverns and dine next to the quite sea under the clear sky!!

Languages:

English, Greek
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