I had a very easy holiday with no problems from turning up at the airport to departing. Easy to follow instructions on how to locate the property. The property looked like the photographs which is very important to me. "
My partner and myself love to travel with Simpson Travel, you know that you will get quality care from start to finish, which, in our opinion is extremely important. The Simpson reps are equally as excellent too... Nothing is too much trouble for..."
What a really fabulous stay here this week. Amazing weather – hot hot hot! Thank you Claire for being so helpful and attentive. Thank you for welcoming us into this beautiful villa. We’d like to come back!"
At a glance
- Sleeps 4
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
Property highlights
- Short walk to Kouremenos Beach
- Beautiful views
- Gentle stroll to nearest taverna
- Authentic Crete at its best
- Simpson family extras available
If you’re planning a holiday with little ones, you’ll probably already know that children and long hot walks don’t tend to mix, which is why Villa Paleskastro is brilliant for younger families. The gorgeous sandy sweep of Kouremenos beach is just a toddler-friendly 150m from the front door, and if your little ones get fazed by the waves, you can always retreat to the pool in a matter of minutes. The villa’s pool is a pretty and private oasis, surrounded by trees with wonderful mountain views beyond, and if you want to see the sea, the front patio is a perfect vantage point. You can park yourself here with a book and a drink while the children take a nap perhaps, and at the same time admire the beautifully maintained lawned gardens, which are shared with two other villas. Eating out is convenient and very local; easier still is your villa’s own outdoor kitchen/barbecue terrace for the ultimate in relaxed family dining.
If you’re planning a holiday with little ones, you’ll probably already know that children and long hot walks don’t tend to mix, which is why Villa Paleskastro is brilliant for younger families. The gorgeous sandy sweep of Kouremenos beach is just a toddler-friendly 150m from the front door, and if your little ones get fazed by the waves, you can always retreat to the pool in a matter of minutes. The villa’s pool is a pretty and private oasis, surrounded by trees with wonderful mountain views beyond, and if you want to see the sea, the front patio is a perfect vantage point. You can park yourself here with a book and a drink while the children take a nap perhaps, and at the same time admire the beautifully maintained lawned gardens, which are shared with two other villas. Eating out is convenient and very local; easier still is your villa’s own outdoor kitchen/barbecue terrace for the ultimate in relaxed family dining.
Of course, you don’t have to bring the family to get the most out of Villa Palekastro: with the beach, tavernas and a windsurf school and bar all within easy strolling distance, this cosy house will appeal just as much to couples looking for a really relaxing seaside escape in an authentically Cretan area. Your holiday includes a hire car, and this is an ideal base from which to discover the wilder side of Crete, from authentic little towns like nearby Palekastro, to the sleepy villages and unspoilt eastern coastline, where the beaches remain crowd-free even in the height of summer.
Looking for 10 nights..? Why not add a 3-night stay in a boutique hotel to your villa holiday. To find out more, view our 10-night holidays in Greece.
Good to know:
It goes without saying that the road less travelled sometimes takes a little longer. Villa Palekastro is a 2hr 20min drive from Heraklion. However, if you fancy a night or two in Athens on route, you can fly to Sitia and the villa is just a twenty-minute drive away. For more information, please visit our Short Stays in Athens page.
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Tourist tax
In Greece, a tourist tax may apply at your accommodation which will be payable locally, in cash, during the course of your holiday. Please use the link to view details specific to your accommodation. View tourist tax rates here.
Villa barbecues
Many of our villas in Greece have a barbecue provided. However, use of barbecues may be restricted or prohibited during the main summer season in order to comply with local regulations.
* For further clarification on Facilities and Amenities, please view the 'Details' tab for each property or speak to one of our experienced sales consultants.
Accommodation
Layout
- 2 bedroom villa (sleeps 4)
- Suitable for families with children under 12
Ground floor
- Open plan living/dining/kitchen area with TV.
- Fully equipped kitchen includes full cooker, microwave, ILLY Mitaca coffee capsule machine, fridge-freezer, dishwasher
- Shower room
First floor/mezzanine
- 7 steps up to double bedroom (170cm x 210cm bed); Doors to pool and terrace
- Steps up to twin bedroom (85cm x 200cm beds) accessed through double bedroom; suitable for children under 12
General
- Complimentary wifi
- Air-conditioned bedrooms
- Iron, Ironing board, hair dryer, bath and pool towels provided
- Laundry service available
- Shared extensive lawned garden
- Private swimming pool 8m x 4m (depth 1.5m) with walk-in steps
- Shared entrance with two other villas
- Parking space
Simpson family extras
- Family favourite range of toys and games, suitable for ages 5-11
WiFi
- All properties with WiFi are able to support basic functionality such as web browsing and checking emails*
* We aim to offer an uninterrupted service but sometimes due to factors beyond our control reliability can be affected.
National tourist licence (EOT): 1040Κ10000014500
Location
- Beach 5min walk
- Windsurf bar and taverna 5min walk
- Chiona Beach and taverna 15min walk
- Palekastro shops/tavernas 5min drive
- Vai 20min drive
- Sitia 25min drive
- Heraklion airport 2hr 20min drive
Car hire
Car options
When you book a flight-inclusive package holiday, the following hire car(s) are included in the price of your holiday:
- 2-3 guests – 1 Group C2, Seat Ibiza or similar*
- 4 guests – 1 Group D2, Hyundai i30 or similar*
* All our cars include comprehensive insurance with no excess charge. For this particular destination, the undercarriage, tyres, wing mirrors and windscreen are not included in the cover.
Car specification
Group C2 – 1.2-1.4 litre engine, 1 large suitcase*
Group D2 – 1.4 litre engine, 2 large suitcases*
The following cars are available as alternatives on request (supplements apply). Please call our travel specialists for details.
Group CA – Automatic Nissan Micra or similar, 1.2-1.4 litre engine, 1 large suitcase*
Group D3 – Seat Toledo (diesel) or similar, 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*
Group DA3 – Automatic Nissan Pulsar or similar , 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*
Group E1 - Kia Stonic or similar, 1.0 litre engine, 1 medium and 2 large suitcases*
Group L2 – Dacia Duster or similar, 1.2 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*
Group F1 - Citroen Grand C4 or similar, 7 seater, 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 2 large suitcases*
Group FA - Automatic Citroen Grand C4 Space Tourer or similar, 7 seater, 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 2 large suitcases*
* Suitcase sizes are based on a large suitcase being approximately 75cm x 41cm x 31cm, a medium suitcase of approximately 65cm x 46cm x 29cm and a small suitcase of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm.
A destination where tourism is not the local raison d’être, this is a place to relax unreservedly into a life by the sea. The landscape is rugged – mountains, gorges and rocky hillsides scattered with tiny villages and ancient ruins – but some of Crete’s finest beaches belong here too. Among them are spectacular Xerokambos and palm-fringed Vai, whilst Palekastro is one of Europe’s favourite windsurfing spots. And there are plenty of excellent waterfront tavernas where the passing of time is best marked by the waves rolling in nearby.
To the south of the region you'll find Makrygialos, an unpretentious one-time fishing village bordering a magnificent sandy beach by the warm Libyan Sea. It's a little more commercial here these days but the real draw is its extraordinary position close to some of Crete's most spectacular scenery and traditional villages. A visit to Pefki is a must, not least to dine at the pretty taverna where the ingredients are locally sourced and prepared in the traditional way to mouthwatering effect. With outstanding views across the southern coastline, there can be nowhere finer to enjoy lunch before indulging in a walk down the Pefki Gorge for a refreshing dip in the sea.
To base yourself in this idyllic destination, visit our collection of handpicked villas in and around Palekastro & Eastern Crete or take a look at our boutique Simpson Hotels.
Location
- Beach 5min walk
- Windsurf bar and taverna 5min walk
- Chiona Beach and taverna 15min walk
- Palekastro shops/tavernas 5min drive
- Vai 20min drive
- Sitia 25min drive
- Heraklion airport 2hr 20min drive
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