ALMIROS GARDEN APARTMENT with sea view, own private garden, a haven

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 360 sq m

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AGIOS NIKOLAOS, Crete

Lake Voulismeni
‪3 min drive‬
Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum
‪4 min drive‬
Port of Agios Nikolaos
‪4 min drive‬
Sitia (JSH)
‪71 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

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Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A real little gem of a property which has become a firm favourite of friends, family and guests that come back again and again, winter and summer. This beautiful apartment occupies the ground floor of a 3 storey detached house, yet has its own private driveway, entrance and garden. Inside it is decorated in a contemporary Mediterranean theme, and is fully equipped with everything you could need for a truly relaxing holiday. The apartment is ideal for 2 people but can also accommodate extra people on the large sofa bed in the lounge.
There is a spacious lounge, one bedroom and a bathroom with full sized bath and separate shower. There is also a large, fully equipped kitchen and from here you walk straight out into the garden. This has a glorious setting with views of the sea and mountains across the Mirabello bay which turn pink at sunset. The garden has a dining terrace where you can dine al fresco, as well as an area with sun loungers and beach towels.
Whilst peaceful and relaxing, the apartment is ideally situated if you want to venture out. If you fancy a swim, long sandy Almiros beach is 8 mins walk in front of you. To go further a car is essential. We are on the outskirts of the sophisticated resort of Agios Nikolaos with its bars, shops and restaurants - all this is only 25 minutes walk away or 5 minutes by car. The apartment also makes a perfect base for travelling round the island. Fabulous location, secluded yet nearby to all amenities when needed.
Everyone says it has a home from home feel, which is probably why people return. Designed with holiday makers in mind, it seems to provide a relaxing sanctuary to escape the stresses of modern life. We live on site but pride ourselves on giving guests total privacy, as well as security, as they know that we are on hand if they need us for anything. We do our utmost to ensure that all our guests have the kind of holiday they desire. Certainly everyone seems to go home happy, relaxed and rested!
Also available for WINTER LETS....we have a lovely mild winter climate which makes it a great place for hiking, painting, writing and for digital nomads etc. The apartment has central heating (included in the price) for colder days.
February 2023 update….we have just installed air conditioning in the apartment.
Plus there are ceiling fans in the bedroom and lounge.
Nearest airport is HERAKLION. A car is essential and there is private parking right next to the apartment.

Property manager

WENDY/PETROS KARTSOLIS

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Languages

English, Greek

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed in garden area only.

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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

On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number 00000533630

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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Agios Nikolaos

Located in Agios Nikolaos, this apartment is near the beach. Folk Museum and Museum of Cretan Ethnology are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ancient City of Lato and Alykes of Elounda. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

AGIOS NIKOLAOS, Crete

What's nearby

Lake Voulismeni - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Port of Agios Nikolaos - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Voulisma Beach - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
Istro Beach - 16 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

Sitia (JSH) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

‪Piazza Cafe Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Καρναγιο - ‬3 min drive
‪Gioma Meze - ‬4 min drive
‪Arc - ‬4 min drive
‪Santa Marina - Ξενοδοχειακεσ Επιχειρησεισ Κρητησ - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ALMIROS GARDEN APARTMENT with sea view, own private garden, a haven pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

Where is ALMIROS GARDEN APARTMENT with sea view, own private garden, a haven located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Almiros and Ámmos. Lake Voulismeni and Folk Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Udo D.

8 March 2025

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Excellent stay

The cottage is perfect for a getaway. Wendy has thought of all the little things that make the difference. Example is.....dishwashing liquid , seasoning for food and different teas. She also has a little washing machine and a drying rack which is really helpful. With a lovely little patio with

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharina W.

26 August 2024

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Alles Super🙃

Wir waren sehr zufrieden und kommen gerne wieder 😊

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivier D.

11 August 2024

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Au top

Location parfaite…. Wendy nous a très bien accueilli, et s’est rendu disponible pour nous lorsque nous avions des questions. location propre, bien située (proximité plage, à 2 km dû centre ville ce qui permet d’y aller facilement et de ne pas être embêter pour le stationnement), bien équipée, terrasse très grande et sans vis à vis, et avec vue mer en prime. Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés….

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harald Ramesh K.

27 June 2024

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Kurzurlaub Agios Nikolaos

Die Vermieterin war sehr herzlich. Die Terasse war wie einer kleiner Park. Wohnung und Garten sind sehr geschmackvoll dekoriert. Zur vollständigen Idylle hat die nahegelegene Strasse etwas gestört. Wir kommen gerne wieder.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter V.

1 June 2024

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2 weken Agios Nikolaos

We hebben een heerlijke tijd gehad bij Wendy. Mooi en top uitgerust appartement met een adembenemend terras! Bijzonder fijn contact met Wendy, die altijd klaarstaat voor hulp of een babbel. Ook de afstand naar het stadje was te voet perfect doenbaar over een weggetje naast de zee. Voor herhaling vatbaar!

Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muriel D.

19 April 2024

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Un divin balcon sur la mer Égée.

Tout est parfait pour passer un excellent séjour Wendy est très accueillante et chaleureuse , sa maison est à son image. on se sent chez soi Son jardin est luxuriant,au loin vue sur mer L agencement est top vaisselle serviette confort et décoration rien ne manque Un grand merci Wendy,nous y reviendrons avec plaisir

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rainer D.

5 April 2024

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Wundervolle Ferienwoche

Die Unterkunft bei Wendy ist wirklich zu empfehlen....alles war so wie beschrieben, sehr liebevoll und komfortabel eingerichtet. Ein wundervoller Garten, Zitronen vor der Haustür, Einkaufsmöglichkeiten sehr nahe und eine schöne Kleinstadt zum relaxen und schlumpern. Nicht zu vergessen der saubere Strand ist auch zu Fuß (langsam ca 20 min) erreichbar. Wendy ist sehr nett und jederzeit für Fragen erreichbar. Wir waren sehr zufrieden mit unserer Wahl und würden es jederzeit empfehlen, wenn man zu Zweit reist. Ganz dickes Dankeschön

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen and Elaine D., Nottingham, UK

24 September 2023

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Lovely relaxing accommodation

This is an excellent apartment set on a terrace below the owners’ house with lovely mountain and sea views just outside Agios Nikolaus. Wendy and Petros were very friendly and helpful. We particularly enjoyed cooking on their BBQ as the sun went down. The accommodation is accurately described, well equipped and very comfortable. There are several good beaches nearby and the town is beautiful.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

18 September 2023

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Lovely garden apartment in a great location

We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely apartment and were made to feel very welcome and at home by Wendy and Petros. It was great to have access to the garden and patio around the apartment and to be only a short distance from the local beach and a few minutes drive from the attractive town of Agios Nikolaos. The apartment is spacious and comfortable. Crete can get pretty hot so we loved being able to leave doors and windows open, knowing that the sliding screens prevent any insects entering. We found the 2 ceiling fans sufficient for ventilation, but could have used the aircon unit had we needed to. Everything you could want was provided - washing machine, coffee maker, oven, microwave etc. and you can cast e.g. Netflix to the TV from your mobile! The apartment is self-contained but it was nice to know that the owners were at hand if you needed anything. We wouldn't hesitate to return in the future or to recommend it to friends and family.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian M.

8 August 2023

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Perfekter Strandurlaub

Wir haben hier einen wirklich sehr schönen Urlaub verbracht. Wendy und Pedros sind sehr angenehme und nette Gastgeber. Es fehlte uns an nichts. Die Unterkunft ist toll gelegen, wenige Minuten Fußweg vom superschönen Sandstrand Almiros Beach entfernt. Ein perfekter Strand für Kinder. Die Unterkunft ist sauber und ansonsten exakt wie beschrieben, es fehlt an nichts. Von der schönen Terasse kann man das Meer sehen und hier entspannte Abende verbringen. Agios Nikolaos ist zu Fuß in ca. 25 Minuten zu erreichen. Insgesamt empfehlen wir jedoch ein Auto, um sich entspannt auf der Insel bewegen oder auch nur um seine Einkäufe leicht tätigen zu können. Wir haben unseren Urlaub hier sehr genossen und können es nur weiter empfehlen 👍

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Katrin D.

6 May 2023

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Nette Vermieter, aber nicht wirklich sauber

Wendy und Pedros sind sehr freundliche Menschen. Der Garten ist hübsch. Leider war die Wohnung nicht wirklich sauber. Nach der Reinigung der Küchenutensilien, haben wir jeweils nett auf der Terrasse vor der Wohnung mit Blick ins Grüne und die Blumen gefrühstückt. Ansonsten haben wir auswärts gegessen, da die Töpfe nicht wirklich mehr brauchbar waren … Schade, es wäre mit wenig Aufwand so viel mehr aus der Unterkunft zu machen.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joëlle B.

2 April 2023

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Très accueillant et très confortable

Wendy et Petros ont toujours été bienveillants et soucieux de nos besoins. L'appartement est vaste, en excellent état et très confortable. Face au lever du soleil après une nuit calme dans un bon lit, quel plaisir d'attaquer une nouvelle journée dans ce joli pays où les gens se plient en quatre pour vous satisfaire. Excellent séjour ! De belles découvertes ! De belles rencontres !

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Knud T.

1 February 2023

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Perfekt!

En utrolig hjælpsomhed og imødekommenhed…gæstfrie og også tilpas diskrete…tror man kan få det ophold, man ønsker sig… Fredelige omgivelser..total ro og dog i gåafstand til strand og by… Anbefales…

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beate T.

19 September 2022

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Alles super, sehr herzliche Gastgeber

Suuuuper

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel D.

10 August 2022

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Super

Un bon moment, très bien accueilli, à 5’ à pied d’une belle plage, à 15’ à pied de la ville par la plage. Rien à redire! Juste préciser que la clim est finalement un ventilo… mais sinon des gérants au taquet pour que ton séjour se passe bien!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jérémie C.

9 August 2022

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Amazing

Amazing place to be Agios Nickolaos in Crete, Petros and Wendy are also welcoming and prevenant during the journey. All the family enjoy this faboulous trip, Il will advise to my friends and my family this trip. Thanks a lot. Alice Mathieu Valérie and Jérémie.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

carlo f.

13 July 2022

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Stupendo

Lefteris è stato molto gentile e affabile. Casa in ottima posizione con bel giardino e vista mare. Si possono raggiungere in mac china le spiaggie della costa ovest. Ottima esperienza

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerd H.

23 May 2022

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Sehr geschmackvolle Einrichtung

Sehr schön eingerichtetes und großes Apartment - es fehlte an nichts in der Ausstattung. Auch die Außen-Terrasse und der Garten ist sehr liebevoll angelegt. Wendy und Pedros sind sehr gastfreundlich. Der naheliegende und fußläufige Strand ist klasse, an Sonntagen etwas voller, da die Einheimischen da auch gerne baden. Zum Essen nach Nikalaos läuft man 20-25 Minuten. Empfehlenswert ist der Parkplatz am Hafen für 3 € pro Tag! Für einige Tage Aufenthalt hat es uns gut gefallen.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina A.

2 January 2022

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Sagenhaft schönes Domizil!

Erholsamer Winterurlaub auf Kreta ist in diesem Objekt in traumhafter Lage wunderbar möglich. Zum einen war die Kommunikation mit der Vermieterin unkompliziert und sehr herzlich, zum anderen kann man sich wegen der Ruhe in diesem Objekt sehr gut erholen. Nicht zuletzt fehlte es an nichts in der Wohnung, auch konnte man sie bei Bedarf gut heizen. Jederzeit wieder!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hadley H.

31 August 2021

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The perfect find

This is a wonderful place to stay. It is in the quiet hills but a short walk to the clear blue beach, and also within easy reach of the restaurants and bars of Agios Nikolaos. The coast to the south is full of small bays and beaches, great for exploring. The apartment is spacious, breezy, and comes stocked with a pile of books related to Greece and Crete which you can while away an afternoon with. There is also a kitchen which allows you to cook for yourself, if you like. Wendy and Petros are beyond helpful, full of excellent advice and went out of their way to help us. We worked from laptops for a part of our stay, the apartment is well set up for that. The perfect place for a relaxing, seaside stay on Crete.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philipp H.

9 June 2021

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Großartige Ferienwohnung mit tollen Ausblick

Die Wohnung ist liebevoll eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Man fühlt sich direkt wohl. Der Ausblick von der grozügigen Terrasse ist einfach nur schön. Wendy hat alles toll organisiert und stand jeder Zeit für Fragen zur Verfügung. Sie stellte uns sogar ein kleines Willkommens-Paket in den Kühlschrank. Ich würde auf jeden Fall wieder kommen!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gaby B.

28 October 2020

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Tolle Ferienwohnung!

Die Wohnung ist wie beschrieben. Viel Platz, sehr sauber, super ausgestattet und mit einem traumhaft schönen Außenbereich. Der Blick geht bis aufs Meer. Der Weg zum Strand sind ca. 10 min. ein Auto ist empfehlenswert. Man ist in wenigen Minuten in AgiosNikolaos und auch in Elounda ist man schnell, ebenso am Lassithi-Plateau mit der Höhle des Zeus, in Mochlos und an der Südküste- alles sehenswerte Ziele. Die Wohnung selber ist einfach nur zum Wohlfühlen- liebevoll und authentisch eingerichtet, der Außenbereich ist sehr schön, ein schöner Garten mit mehrerenBereichen, in denen man sich zum Essen ein Glas Wein o.ä aufhalten kann, eine Erholung für die Augen mit einem sehr schönen Ausblick bis aufs Meer. Die Vermieter Wendy und ihr Mann Petros sind unglaublich nett und gastfreundlich- immer ansprechbar, niemals aufdringlich. Um Probleme ( es gab al kein Wasser wg eines Schadens an der Hauptleitung) hat Wendy sich umgehend gekümmert und sie wurden innerhalb kurzer Zeit behoben. Mein Mann und ich haben 2 traumhaft schöne Wochen hier verbracht. Sollten wir wieder auf diesem Teil Kretas Urlaub machen, werden Wendy und Petros unsere erste Wahl für unseren Aufenthalt

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abdulhaq N.

1 August 2020

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Fantastic hospitality

The place and the location are great. Wendy and her family are more than super hosts. We enjoyed every single day. The location is ideal, Almyros beach is down the hill, the Drive to the town center is 7 minutes. Highly recommended.

Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

10 September 2019

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Toll!

Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit bei Wendy und Petros. Beides sehr herzliche Gastgeber. Das Appartement war exakt wie auf den Fotos. Herrlicher Blick in die Natur und von der Lage her optimal...wir kommen bestimmt mal wieder nach Agios Nicolaos.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

isabelle B.

7 July 2019

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Séjour du 24 juin au 1 juillet chez Wendy et Petros

Appartement coquet et très bien équipé, avec accès direct dans un beau jardin fleuri et arboré. Repas en terrasse très appréciés! Accueil très chaleureux des propriétaires. Environnement idéal pour visites et randonnées, sans oublier les baignades en mer! Séjour très agréable et donc vivement recommandé.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by WENDY/PETROS KARTSOLIS

I am British but have lived in Crete for 40 years, married to Petros. Together we run a soft furnishings shop in Agios Nikolaos and rent out our apartment. We love to meet new people and share the wonderful things Crete has to offer.

Why they chose this property

Agios Nikolaos is the perfect size, has plenty of life yet retains its charm. Geographically interesting as everywhere you look you see the sea or the mountains across the bay.

What makes this property unique

Fabulous setting as the detached house stands alone, surrounded by greenery, and with no immediate neighbours there is a great sense of feeling away from it all. And yet we are only minutes from the beach and town!

Languages:

English, Greek

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