Aggel's Infinity View Villa - private pool

Summary:
Escape to a luxurious pool villa in Crete, offering stunning panoramic views from sunrise to sunset. Overlooking endless olive groves, the charming village of Piskokefalo, and the shimmering sea, this two-bedroom retreat features a private pool, open-plan kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining areas, and modern amenities. Enjoy the perfect blend of countryside tranquility and coastal beauty, with the vibrant town of Sitia and Dionysades Islands in sight. Your dream getaway awaits.

The Space:
Escape to an idyllic retreat where the beauty of Crete unfolds before your eyes. This exquisite two-bedroom pool villa offers an unparalleled blend of comfort, luxury, and breathtaking views, making it the perfect destination for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

Key Features:

Private Pool: Take a refreshing dip in your own private pool, surrounded by the serene beauty of the Cretan countryside.

Panoramic Views: Enjoy stunning, uninterrupted views from sunrise to sunset. Gaze upon the endless olive groves, the charming village of Piskokefalo, and the sparkling sea, with a backdrop of the Dionysades Islands.

Countryside and Sea Views: Revel in the unique combination of peaceful countryside vistas and sweeping sea views, with Sitia town visible on the horizon.

Spacious Living: The villa features two beautifully appointed bedrooms, including a master suite with a queen bed and en suite bathroom, and a second bedroom with two single beds. Both rooms offer ample storage and air conditioning for your comfort.


Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom: the spacious master has ample storage and its own minimalist bathroom with shower.

Modern Amenities: Relax in the stylish living room with a large smart TV, or enjoy a meal in the open-plan kitchen, fully equipped with everything you need, including a dishwasher and washing machine. The whole house is cooled/heated through a modern fun coil system for optimum living environment.

Indoor and Outdoor Dining: Whether you prefer dining indoors or al fresco under the pergola, the villa offers both indoor and outdoor dining areas for you to savor your meals while taking in the views.

Outdoor Comfort: Lounge by the pool on comfortable sun loungers, soak up the Mediterranean sun, and let the gentle breeze carry your worries away.

Convenient Parking: Enjoy the convenience of private parking right next to the villa, ensuring easy access at all times.

This luxurious pool villa is more than just a place to stay—it's an experience that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Whether you're seeking a romantic escape or a peaceful family getaway, this villa provides the perfect setting for your dream vacation.

Book your stay today and discover the magic of Crete from the comfort of your own private oasis.

Guest Access:
You will have access to the whole villa and the private pool. You will also enjoy some fine olive oil from our olive grove. There is a baby cot and baby chair available on request.

The Neighborhood:
The house is situated 4 kilometers from the town of Sitia and the local airport in the sleepy village of Kato Episkopi. The local beach is 4km away while other magnificent beaches are situated 20-40 minutes drive.

A few words about Sitia region

Sitia is a town situated in the far east of Crete, in the prefecture of Lasithi. It lies to the east of Aghios Nikolaos and to the northeast of Ierapetra. It lies in a region unspoiled by mass tourism. Even during the busy summer peak, Sitia retains a certain charm and laid-back style. In the town but especially in the region's villages you will enjoy authentic Cretan cuisine made with quality local olive oil and other local produce. During the day you can enjoy swimming and sunbathing in Sitia beach or in the numerous untouched beaches lying towards the Eastern tip of the island.

What to do in Sitia

For history and archaeology enthusiasts, Sitia's archeological museum display's exhibits dating back to the Neolithic era in 3,500 BC while the medieval fortress of Kazarma, situated at the top of Sitia is a reminder of the town's medieval past. Furthermore, the folklore museum exhibits items from the past century such as weavings, woodcuts and other everyday life items.

During the evening you can visit one of the numerous small restaurants ("Rakadika") situated along the town's fishing port, which serve delicious variety plates along with Cretan spirit "Raki". And if you are up to it you can continue your night out until the early morning hours in one of the local bars and clubs.


What to do in the region

Archaeology / History / Religion

On your way to Vai and Erimoupoli you will pass from the monastery of Toplou. Here you can visit the monastery's museum with items dating back to the Ottoman empire period up to the Second World War. In Erimoupoli bay you can visit the ruins of the ancient town of Itanos. Further to the south east, Zakros is one of the four major Minoan palaces unearthed in Crete. The ruins of the palace await you at the lower entrance of the Zakros gorge.

Beaches

To the east of Sitia lies Europe's only natural palm forest of Vai. In a short distance from Vai lies the bay of Erimoupoli with the ruins of the ancient town of Itanos. To the south east of the region lie the long sandy beaches and warm waters of Kserokambos . There are numerous other deserted beaches we can help you discover.

Sports

For windsurfing enthusiasts the world renowned Kouremenos beach is a must visit. The club offers equipment hire and lessons. For the hardcore athletes, the Faneromeni bay offers excellent wave conditions (depending on the weather). Here you will need to bring your own kit. Mountain bikes are a fun way to explore the region's endless olive groves. Spring and autumn is the best period for this since the weather is cooler during the day.

Hiking

The areas rugged terrain offers numerous gorges that are walkable with no special equipment. First and foremost the 4km Richti gorge, near the village of Mesa Mouliana will dazzle you with the year-round waterfalls and dense vegetation all the way down to a deserted beach. The 4.5km gorge of Zakros starts at the village of Ano Zakros and meets the sea next to the archaeological site of Kato Zakros. It is one of the most impressive gorges in Crete with steep sides and dramatic rock formations. It is also known as the Gorge of the Dead because ancient Minoans buried their dead in caves high up on the gorge's sides. The 3.5km Chochlakies or Karoumes gorge ends in the magnificent and isolated bay of Karoumes.

Culinary Delights

In Sitia's "Rakadika" and small taverns scattered in villages throughout the region you can try, apart from local meats, also some delicacies of the region cooked in locally produced olive oil, like "chochlious" (snails cooked either with tomato or vinegar and rosemary), "omaties" (stuffed pig intestines), "anthous" (stuffed courgettes) and other. When you visit Toplou don't forget to grab a bite in the monastery's small tavern and purchase organic products from the monastery's extensive agricultural produce (honey, olive oil etc).

Getting Around:
How to reach Sitia :

Direct charter and scheduled flights to Heraklion: A number of companies operate direct flights to Heraklion from various major European cities, especially from April until October.

Flights through Athens: Aegean Airlines operate frequent daily flights between Athens and Heraklion. There is also I direct flight to Sitia airport (not on a daily basis).

Ferry boat from Piraeus port (Athens) to Heraklion or Sitia: Daily high speed ferries to Heraklion. There is also a slow ferry leaving from Piraeus directly stopping at a number of other ports before arriving in Sitia.

Car rental: All major international car rental companies operate in Heraklion airport. Car rental service also exists in Sitia.

Other Things to Note:
You can always contact us for any special requests

Interaction with Guests:
We are more than happy to assist you with all your needs. We can advise you on the best beaches, restaurants, walking destinations, shopping tips or any other enquiry you may have.