Holiday house Matala for 1 - 4 persons with 1 bedroom - Holiday house

ED Refnr. 2765662

The natural stone villa is located on the crest of a small hill near the village of Kamilari (1km) overlooking the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea and the peak of the Psiloritis mountain range, not far from the beautiful sandy beach of the seaside resort of Kalamaki (2km).

- The terrace is fully equipped with tables and chairs and a parasol.
- The 82sqm freshwater pool (plus a separate children's pool of 12sqm) and the terrace offer
free use of sun loungers and parasols.
- The use of beach towels is free of charge.
- Private car park free of charge.

The natural stone villa has its own entrance with a private terrace, so you can enjoy your coffee or meals in complete serenity at any time of the day. Whenever you arrive to start your holiday, everything you need for a pleasant stay will be waiting for you, including a welcome basket.

The villa of 55 square metres (plus 11 square metres of wooden loft) with traditional furniture, was only renovated in 2017 and has a living room with an integrated wooden loft bed with double bed, a separate bedroom with two single beds and a bathroom, suitable for 2-4 people.

The natural stone villa has a fully equipped kitchen with all modern appliances (electric hob with oven, extractor fan, fridge with integrated freezer, filter coffee and espresso machine, toaster, kettle, electric fruit juicer), together with crockery, glassware and cookware.

The bathroom is well equipped with shower cubicle, shampoo, towel sets, hairdryer and a first aid medicine kit.

- High quality heating and air conditioning.
- Ironing set.
- Plasma TV with satellite channels.
- Lockable safe.
- Free Wi-Fi in the rooms and pool area.
- Bed linen and towels are changed twice a week and cleaning is done twice a week.
twice a week.

Kamilari, a quiet village in southern Crete
Kamilari is located in the south of Crete, very close to Tymbaki, Mires and the coastal villages of Kalamaki and Matala. Kamilari is 4 km from the archaeological site of Phaistos and is an ideal location for those wishing to explore the beautiful Messara Valley with its picturesque villages, rich history and the beautiful bays and beaches of southern Crete. Kamilari is built on three hills. It is a quiet place with panoramic views of the olive groves of the plain of Messara, the peaks of Psiloritis and the Mediterranean Sea.
The village is very close to the beaches of the region. You will experience the impressive, traditional character of the small houses, the picturesque alleys and their unique views. It has all the characteristics of a typical Cretan village with a small main square, the church and the traditional, colourful cafes.

Visit the organic market in Kamilari at the Kamilari - Kalamaki junction every Sunday from 8am to 2pm, with organic and local products from the nearby villages. Small art and craft jewellery are also on sale here.
The local weekend market in Mires, which takes place every Saturday, is well worth a visit. Farmers from the Messara plain offer all kinds of fruit and vegetables and more.

In recent years, a number of artists from the mainland and abroad have settled in Kamilari and art exhibitions are held here from time to time.

The name of the village, myths and history
"Kamilaris" means camel driver and is a name that dates back to Byzantine times. According to some estimates, Kamilaris and the castle guard date back to 1583.
But the history here goes back much further. In 1959, a vaulted tomb dating back to the Bronze Age (2000 to 3000 years before our era) was discovered near the village.
We also have our local myths. In the settlement of Metochi, just outside the village of Kamilari, lived Epimenides, one of the seven sages of ancient Greece. Legend has it that he spent 57 years in a deep sleep.
Our village is well preserved. In the years when Crete was plagued by raids, Kamilari proved to be an ideal location - on a hill that was protected from damage.

Facilities in your neighbourhood
Health facilities
Doctors: There are general practitioners as well as specialists in Moires (14 km) and Timbaki (7 km). Most doctors speak English and many also speak German and Italian.
Dentists: You will also find good dentists in Moires and Timbaki. You can choose between several.
Health centre: The nearest health centre for emergencies is the Mires Health Centre (Kentro Ygias). There are several hospitals in Heraklion. In a medical emergency you should call 166 for an ambulance. With international insurance, emergency treatment is free for all.

Cash machines: There are ATMs in almost every town - in our area the closest ones are in Kalamaki, Timbaki and Mires. Very often you will also find ATMs in tourist resorts such as Matala and Agia Galini. MasterCard or Visa credit cards are accepted by almost all shops.

Internet access: The south of Crete has a large number of internet cafés and many restaurants offer WLAN. In Kalamaki, most restaurants and cafes are equipped with WLAN.

Opening hours: Due to our hot summers, most shops close for a siesta from lunchtime until the afternoon. To compensate for this, they have extended opening hours in the evening. Kiosks ("periptero") rarely close for siesta and are often open late into the night.
- Banks are open Monday to Thursday from 8.00 am to 2.30 pm and on Fridays from 8.00 am to 2.00 pm.
- Post offices are open Monday to Friday from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.
- Shop opening hours vary from 8-9am to 1pm to 2pm and again from 5pm to 5.30pm to 8.30pm to 9pm.
- Most souvenir shops are open continuously from 8 or 9 am until 10 pm or longer.
To be really sure, you should always check the opening hours displayed at the entrance.
Post: Postcards and stamps can be bought at the supermarket (on the square) in Kamilari. You can also hand in your post there.

Our name
According to mythology, "Orelia" was the fairy who could tell the time simply by observing the position of the sun.

The family
Babis, a former sea captain and his young daughter Voula will take care of all your needs. The family owns and runs a farm (peppers, vineyards) and it is possible to visit it during short excursions.
The family will be happy to give you tips for excursions in the surrounding area and can always be contacted by telephone.

Voula studied philosophy in Athens but her love for Crete brought her back to the beautiful island. Her father, a former captain, built the villas and the new luxury flats with the utmost respect for the island's architecture. In addition to their involvement in agriculture, the family has a special focus on what Crete is famous for: "Cretan hospitality".

Outside area: Children pool; Fenced; Garden available; Outdoor shower; Parking spaces: 11.00; Private parking space; Roof terrace; Terrace;

House information: 2nd single bed; Bathrooms: 1.00; Bedroom; Detached building; Property area: 7000.00 m²; Year of construction: 2013.00; Year of renovation: 2017.00;

Living area: Bunk bed(s); Fireplace; Iron; King-size bed; Safe; Satellite-tv;

Bath/WC: Hairdryer; Shower; Sink; Toilet;

Kitchen: Coffee machine; Electric stove; Espresso machine; Freezer; Fridge; Oven; Toaster; Water boiler;

Other: Air conditioning; Baby chair; Child/baby bed; Common pool; Heating; Non-smoking object; View; Washing machine; Wifi;

Distances (linear, approx.): Bicycle rental: 2,00 km; Distance Bar / Club: 1,00 km; Distance to airport: 68,00 km; Distance to beach: 2,00 km; Distance to cafés/ restaurants: 1,00 km; Distance to food market: 1,00 km; Distance to next public transport stop: 1,00 km; Distance to port: 65,00 km; Distance to sand beach: 2,00 km; Distance to the sea: 2,00 km; Holiday park nearby: 1.00 m; Next location: 1,00 km; Riding facilities: 3,00 km;

Extra costs:

- baby bed: once per object included in price .
- towel / bed linen change: included in price .
- Bed linen: included in price .
- Final cleaning: included in price .
- energy costs: included in price .
- dishtowels: included in price .
- Towels: included in price .
- Internet: included in price .
- Climatisation / Ventilators: included in price .
- Parking facilities: included in price .
- use of pool: included in price .
- pool towel: included in price .
- lounger at pool: included in price .
- bath towel: included in price .
- transfer from/to airport per trip: according to consumption 95 EUR (optional).
- TV: included in price .
- washing machine: included in price .
- change of bed linen: included in price .
- Intermediate cleaning: included in price .


Additional information:

- Property area: 7000 m²
- Distance to town (Kamilari): 1 km