[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Old Cretan Cottage Beachfront cottage for sun and fun ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36790000/36787300/36787203/3fc7a06a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36790000/36787300/36787203/99f80e26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36790000/36787300/36787203/8db296ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36790000/36787300/36787203/0203f91f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36790000/36787300/36787203/a40852c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the rolling hills of Crete, the old Cretan cottage offers a serene retreat with its stone-built charm and modern amenities. With a private cleaner to ensure seamless stays, this unique 300-year-old abode invites couples or families of three to unwind in nature's haven. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a hospital - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105740000/105732900/105732835/eb192c4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A HAVEN OF PEACE BY THE SEA Sitia - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as The Old Cretan Cottage Sitia The old Cretan Cottage Sitia The old Cretan Cottage Cottage The old Cretan Cottage Cottage Sitia The old Cretan Cottage Sitia The old Cretan Cottage Cottage The old Cretan Cottage Cottage Sitia ## About the area 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Sitia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Sitia.dx1728) [View more Cottages in Sitia](https://www.expedia.ca/Sitia-Cottages.d1728-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.20047%2C26.24994&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NmEZ7h6Jvs21tZkfqYN8HyEyV5w=) Lasithi county /Sitia, Crete Region ### What's nearby - Chiona Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km - Toplou Monastery - 10 min drive - 8.8 km - Vai Palm Grove - 13 min drive - 11.0 km - Vai Beach - 14 min drive - 11.4 km - Zakros Palace - 29 min drive - 24.3 km ### Getting around - Sitia (JSH) - 29 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Sea Side Café - ‬11 min drive - ‪Platanos / Ο Πλάτανος - ‬17 min drive - ‪Xiona - ‬4 min drive - ‪Finistrini - ‬8 min walk - ‪Itanos - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Cretan Cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this 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? > Check-out 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 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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