Heliopetra Studios and Houses, Chania, Crete, Greece

Sleeps up to 27 in 3 houses and 5 studios

3 houses (2 bedrooms) sleep 4 each
5 studios (1 bedroom) sleep 3 each
*Possible partial rental, with a shared swimming pool and terraces. Perfect for groups of families away together but looking for privacy in their accommodation.

Each house, on 2 levels, sleeps a maximum of 4 persons in 2 bedrooms. All afford privacy to guests, and have terraces overlooking wonderful countryside and views out to the sea.
Each studio is for maximum 3 persons in one large room with all facilities including full bathroom, kitchen corner and private balconies.

The large swimming pool (70 sqm) is shared with all guests, along with parasols and sun chairs. A shared reception area is open all the time, with TV and computer facilities, as well as a selection of games to borrow.

A well known traditional taverna is located just next door, and can cater for all large group occasions.

Basic breakfast items (milk, fruits, fresh bread, jam, honey, butter, cereal), eggs, olives, and useful items such as toilet paper and cleaning materials are provided. A cleaning service every 4 days is included, as is a change of linen, towels and toiletries.

There is air conditioning available (no charge) and WiFi internet. TV, PC and printer available in Reception room.

The local village of Douliana is small and traditional, and has been awarded the title of the national conservation area of beauty “NATURA”, keeping agriculture as main activity. The houses have been renovated for holiday lets and staying here offers a glimpse of traditional farming life according to the seasons - with olives and oranges produced in winter, vegetables and fruits in summer, and wine in autumn. In the village there are 2 tavernas offering traditional Cretan cuisine, and a mini market with local products.

Driving through the village and then through woodland leads you to the sea, with the nearest beaches at Kera (2.5 km away) or Almyrida or Kalives (3 km). At Kalvires there are also supermarkets, restaurants, bars and various sporting and leisure activities. 22 km to the west is Chania city and its airport.