Villa Palekastro is a conveniently placed villa, just 150m away from Kouremonos beach. Tavernas, bars and a windsurfing school are all within easy walking distance, making this villa an ideal choice for families with young children or a couple looking for a relaxing seaside escape in an authentic Cretan area. The 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. If you want to unwind, 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. Layout - suitable for families with children under 12 Ground floor Open plan living/dining/kitchen area with TV. Newly refurbished 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 Distances 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 Smoking - not allowedSimpsons Family ExtrasThe family's favorite range of toys and games, suitable for ages 5-11