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Stella's Home: Renovated Traditional Cretan House in the Center of Heraklion

Stella's Home: Renovated Traditional Cretan House in the Center of Heraklion

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Interior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
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Overview of Stella's Home: Renovated Traditional Cretan House in the Center of Heraklion

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Iraklio, Crete
  • Popular LocationHeraklion Loggia8 min walk
  • Popular LocationHeraklion Archaeological Museum10 min walk
  • Popular LocationHeraklion Port3 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)11 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom Ground Floor

Bedroom Upstairs

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Ground Floor

Bathroom Upstairs

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

Stella's Home: Renovated Traditional Cretan House in the Center of Heraklion

INTRODUCTION
Our lovely home is located in a quiet local neighbourhood. It is a renovated traditional Cretan house (dated back to 19th century and classified as an archaeological site) where you can relax while being a few minutes away from the buzz of the city centre; it is ideal for couples, families and friends. Living there is a journey through the past with all todays’ comforts.

THE STORY

This house belongs to my family and one year ago my father and I decided to renovate it. The house was completely ruined and my dad and I worked hard in order to revive it. It is considered an archaeological site, therefore, we had to preserve its unique architecture. All rooms are connected to each other through a yard which is the old structure of the Cretan local houses.

It is a fully equipped house on two floors. The space consists of three rooms along with a small yard and a lovely terrace. On the ground floor there is one bedroom with a private toilet, the kitchen/living room and a small yard with traditional table and chairs, where you can enjoy your coffee in the morning. On the second floor, there is another bedroom with a private toilet and the terrace with a wooden pergola, where you can spend your time during the evening. In the kitchen/living room you will find a traditional sofa, smart TV, table, chairs and a fully equipped kitchen that will allow you to cook at home in all comfort. Water, coffee, tea, cretan olive oil, local salt, oregano and pepper as well as local raki (a traditional delicious, grapes based, alcoholic drink) are also complimentary.

My dad and I spent a lot of time rebuilding this house, taking care of every detail. I designed all furniture with love and passion in order to create a home, where anyone would feel comfortable & happy to live in. All wooden furniture is handmade, produced by a talented local craftsman. All curtains, pillow covers, table clothing and bed covers are handmade by my grandmothers.

It has been an incredible feeling to rebuild a house from the ground up with my dad & this is what makes it invaluable for me.

AVAILABILITY
I am available via phone, Whatsapp and email. All contacts will be provided with the confirmation of the reservation.

NEIGHBOURHOOD
Close by you will find some authentic local coffee shops, restaurants and grocery shops.

For recommendations on things to do around the city and the best food experiences, please do not hesitate to get in touch!

GETTING AROUND
The house is located in the heart of Heraklion within the Venetian City Walls and close to the Cultural Conference Centre of Heraklion. It is only 4 mins walk away from the Central Flea Market, 7 mins walk away from the Lion Square and 10 mins walk away from the Archaeological Museum and the Venetian Fortress of “Koule”. The bus station to Knossos Palace and the airport along with many beaches in the North such as Ammoudara or Karteros is also 2 mins walk away from the house.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
• Wi-Fi is available
• Both double beds are equipped with orthopaedic mattresses
• Anti-mosquito nets in all doors and windows
• Each room is equipped with Air Condition
• Heating is available
• Washing Machine/Washing Tablets are available
• Hairdryer is available
• Iron/Ironing Board are available
• Mini first aid kit is available
• Quiet Hours: 00:00 - 09:00. & 14.00-17.00
• Nothing in our house is restricted to our guests, apart from parties, as long as visitors respect our home and neighbours
• There are free self-parking space options nearby as well as several official parking lots
• If you need recommendations on things to do around the city, please let me know and I’ll share with you our local guide via email.

Property manager

Stella

Languages

English, Greek, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 00000807294

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Heraklion

Located in Heraklion, this vacation home is in the city center. Palace of Knossos and Italian Archaeological School are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heraklion Port and Titakis Winery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Freedom National Stadium or Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium. Scuba diving and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
Map
Iraklio, Crete

What's nearby

  • Heraklion Loggia - 8 min walk
  • Heraklion Town Hall - 8 min walk
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 10 min walk
  • Historical Museum of Crete - 12 min walk
  • Heraklion Port - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ηacienda - 8 min walk
  • Ο Καφενεσ Του Καγιαμπη - 5 min walk
  • Kαφενείον ο λάκκος - 5 min walk
  • Valide Brunch Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Φυγόκεντρος - 3 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stefan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolle Wohnung im Zentrum von Heraklion
Sehr schöne Wohnung/Haus in toller Lage. Sehr nette und hilfsbereite Vermieterin. Würden auf jeden Fall wieder dort wohnen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruno D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Petite maison très bien placée. Très calme.
Agréable, calme, bien située pour visiter la ville.

About the host

Hosted by Stella

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Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish, Greek
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