The estate is comprised of a small country house and a big villa. It is conceived as a sanctuary tacked away within olive groves, vines and mountains. The views are breathtaking and one can forget about the hassle of life and truly reconnect with nature yet being only minutes from the town. During your stay, your will wake up within the sounds of nature, enjoy your breakfast in a terrace with cal
ming views, play around the gardens and pool and profit of the sun from sunrise till dawn. At night the most amazing sky can keep you occupied, counting endless stars. The houses are located in an area that gives the opportunity to explore Crete off the beaten track, away from "all inclusive" tourism. For the most adventurous and curious traveller wishing to discover the beauties of Crete through the eyes and lives of local people, this is where you should be. The region offers some of the most pristine and authentic villages, beaches, mountains and countryside to explore in Crete. Unique Cretan Fauna and Flora. A variety of birds, flowers and aromatic herbs can be found in the area. Although the landscapes and ecology are influenced by agriculture, there are numerous protected areas and plenty of wide open spaces where nature lovers can discover the hidden treasures. Vai Forest:
The magnificent VAI palm forest on the beach is the largest amongst its kind in Europe.The palms Phoenix Theophrasti, are unique to Crete and the area is protected by the EU. Crete of the beaten track, the E4 Walking Path:
A unique experience through which one can discover the diversity and breathtaking panoramas of Crete. The E4 path stretches over the Lefka Ori, Psiloritis and the Dikti Mountains, running from west to east across the whole of Crete for 320 km. The Dikti Mountains and Lasithi Plateau:
A day's excursion from Sitia, Lasith plateau offers the possibility to discover the life and beauty of mountainous crête. Toplou Monastery:
Just 15 km east of Sitia town, it is a fascinating historic settlement and wine-making estate. Pristine beaches of the beaten track:
The eastern tip of Crete is blessed with the least explored and most beautiful of the island. Kouremenos beach is amongst the most known for the windsurfing experience. However one must also visit the beautiful Chiona for the amazing fish taverns and Erimoupoli and Xirokampos beach for the crystal waters and breathtaking views. For the most adventurous the Karroumes beach awaits to be discovered walking through the scenic gorge of Chochlakies. Tropical islands:
Do not miss a days trip to Crisi island and koufonisi island where there is a very well preserved ancient theatre and amazing beaches;
Cretan Gorges:
More than 400 gorges can be found in Crete and many located in the surrounding mountains. Gorges are the magnificent monuments of nature. Whether you are an experienced cannoneer or just an adventurous traveller, do not miss the opportunity to discover these uniques ecosystems. Cretan Cuisine:
In Lasithi you will have the opportunity to savour the renowned Cretan Cuisine with local and unique ingredients mostly produced in the surrounding villages. Local specialties such as xygalo, nerati cheese pie, kalitsounia, ntakos and ntolmades are only a few of the local flavours. Do not miss the chance to search for the catch of the day around the local fish taverns and buy local products such as olive oil and wine.
