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"Natura cottages at Makris Gialos"
Patio in nature with garden & mountain view
"Natura cottages at Makris Gialos" 
Master Bedroom with garden & mountain view
"Natura cottages at Makris Gialos" 
Master Bedroom with garden & mountain view
"Natura cottages at Makris Gialos" 
Master Bedroom with garden & mountain view
"Natura cottages at Makris Gialos" 
Living with garden & mountain view

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Massages in spa

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

BEDROOM

1 Double Bed

LIVING ROOM

2 Single Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

BATHROOM

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"Skinos" 300 years old cottage "Natura cottages"

Eco-lodge Retreat revives a 16th-century traditional rural village

Skinos cottage is part of 300 years old small hamlet, it is a Petite traditional cottage suited on the hillside among olive groves and carob trees overlooking the Mediterranean sea.
In the valley of the White River and the gorge of Pefki.
Ideal for nature lovers, only 900m from the beaches, tavernas and shops of harbour town Makrigialos at the foot of the Pefki Gorge this area offers fantastic opportunities for those who love walking and nature..
With high speed internet and High-quality premium mattresses made with natural materials

Offering moments of Green well-being, high environmental sensitivity, and respect for sustainable & community-based travelling.
In the Peaceful & tranquil ambiance of Southeastern Mediterranean Crete, With more than 30 years of history, our small hamlet preserves the identity of the medieval rural settlement.

We are a  family-owned company, that offers holidaymakers  Authentic Greek hospitality and the ultimate in simple, effortless charm. Our philosophy is founded on our respect for the environment, our appreciation of culture and our passion for discovery. Quality in service and accommodation are the core of Natura cottages experience.
We treat our guests as individuals, always aiming to exceed expectations and provide a personalised approach that makes your holiday experience as effortless as it is memorable.

In the valley of the White River and the gorge of Pefki.

Ideal for nature lovers, only 900m away from the heart of the village with hi speed internet.

The cottage concludes of a sitting area with two build in traditional corner sofa beds and a cooking area (fully equipped kitchen : large oven, 4 electric stoves, small fridge ,boiler, coffee maker etc..),

one bedroom with a double bed,

and a bathroom with a standing shower.

The “Veranda” ( the out door space) is filled with flowers and a skinos tree.  
There is a dining table you may have your meals and relax while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere, and the fresh air of the country side.
The view of the Mediterranean sea only 900m away on the one side, and the beautiful high mountains of the gorge of “Pefki” rising up behind you.    
There is direct access to our organic olive grove.

There is an open air private parking available for our guests 50 meters away from the small path that leads you to the cottages.

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What's nearby

  • Lagoufa Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Katovigli Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Diaskari Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Lagada Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Koutsounari Long Beach - 29 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Sitia (JSH) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rovinsonas - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Votsalakia Taverna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Green Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Iguana cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪μελυνδρον - ‬5 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paraskevi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb gorge

The property is sweet next to an amazing gorge
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful retreat

We loved the beautiful Natura Cottages, and loved how peaceful it was. Our only wish was that the hammock had been a double so we could have lazed in the olive grove together! A perfect retreat, spotlessly clean, with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquile place

It was all very well organized and a super place to stay. Perfect shower, perfect bed, super cosy cottage, though small, but you don’t need more. Very nice terrace (neighbours used it to go to the olive garden, passed our open house, which was a bit surprising as we really appreciate our privacy. As an extra I would mention that this is a collection of cottages, close to each other. Just to manage expectations. After all, Natura cottages is really a blessing, away from the hotels @ the coast. Keep up the good work, Lynn.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review Stefan, we would love to host again in the future! The patio is private indeed, I am really sorry I was not aware but someone was passing through… I wish you would’ve told us the time. Wishing you all the best Emma x
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tilman K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein kleines Paradies

Uriges und entspannendes Ambiente, viele Sitzmöglichkeiten, sehr ruhig mitten in der Natur, direkter Aufstieg in die Pefkischlucht, guter Standort, um den Osten Kretas zu erkunden, mit Katzenbesuch. In allem eine tolle Unterkunft, die man allen Ruhesuchenden empfehlen kann empfehlen kann
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralf-Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schön war es

Wer Abgeschiedenheit und Ruhe sucht und es rustikalmag ist hier genau richtig. Danke an Emma und Ihren Mann.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gemütliche Unterkunft in ruhiger Lage mit allem, was man braucht. 1A Erholung

Lage und Einrichtung waren genau dass, was wir gesucht haben. Etwas zurück gezogen in einem kleinen Tal gelegen und ist man trotzdem in wenigen Minuten und an Strand und Tavernen.Die abendliche Ruhe zwischen den Olivenbäumen hat sehr gut getan. Hilfreiche Tips für Aufenthalt und Ausflüge gibt's vorher und und jederzeit vor Ort. Danke für eine schöne Zeit in einem tollen Cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage in Eastern Crete

We really loved all of this cottage! The interior was lovely. Sitting on the terrace in the evenings was always relaxing and calm. It is located in a quiet place at the exit of pefki gorge so it’s perfect to go hiking but it’s also easy to get to the harbour of Makri Gialos to get dinner there. The host Emma is very thoughtful and we had the feeling that we were always able to contact her with our issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle Gastgeber und ruhige Lage

Tolle Gastgeber und ruhige Lage Sehr liebevoll und geschmackvoll gepflegt.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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