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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Christina II

Located in the traditional village of Pendamodi in the Heraklion area, the two-storey Christina Villa 2 of the Christina Villas complex offers the unique combination of peace along with modern comforts and easy access to the City life. At a distance of just 15kms from Heraklion, the capital of Crete, also the north beaches and the E4 walking path, Pendamodi is an ideal location for excursions to every corner of the island, even though few of the guests usually decide to leave the hospitality and warmth of Christina and of the village.
Christina Villa has an architecture inspired from the local traditional aesthetics. The private pool adds to the characteristics of the discreet luxury and decorates the nights of the veranda. Large open plan lounge with integrated dining area, a fireplace and full equipment, complete the comfort and relaxation that the guests enjoy when they do not choose to gaze and wonder at the mountain view, tapestry of olive groves and vineyards.




Located in the traditional village of Pendamodi in the Heraklion area, the two-storey Christina Villas offer the unique combination of peace along with modern comforts and easy access to the City life. At a distance of just 15kms from Heraklion, the capital of Crete, also the north beaches and the E4 walking path, Pendamodi is an ideal location for excursions to every corner of the island, even though few of our guests usually decide to leave the hospitality and warmth of Christina and of the village. Christina Villas have an architecture emanating from the local traditional aesthetics. Each of the private pools add to the characteristics of the discreet luxury and decorates the nights of the veranda. Large open plan lounges with integrated dining areas, fireplaces and full equipment, complete the comfort and relaxation that you can enjoy when you do not choose to gaze and wonder at the mountain view, tapestry of olive groves and vineyards.

Our villas are professionaly cleaned by our maid twice a week and due to the situation recently extra attention is being given at details, especially at check in and check out.


About Christina Villas: Christina Villas was a project completed in 2003. Thanassis Paspalakis, founder and Director of Zakros Tours did see the obvious, that Pendamodi, the village where he was born could be, due to beauty and location, an ideal place for alternative and high quality tourism. He created a complex of 11 superb villas, featuring one of Crete's best properties.
As a specialist in tourism Thanassis, did understand what his guests would want from their distinctive vacations.

Our long experience in “philoxenia” [hospitality in ancient and modern Greek] is always there for our guests. Our will is to treat our guests mostly as family friends coming on vacation, rather than a client as meant by hospitality sciences.

Christina complex, was named after the mother of Thanassis, an adorable woman, married to Manolis Paspalakis, owner of the Kafeneion founded in 1930 and renovated by his grand-grand son Giorgos in 2005.

Coast/beach and eating outdoors: 15 km from the famous Ammoudara Beach (15 minutes drive). Ammoudara Beach is 6 kms long and is famous among locals and foreigners for its thin golden sand. It has parts with a lot of people, while others with few, also it has restaurants, cafes, water sports, beach bars.

Another choice near, recommended from our guests is Lygaria , a more quiet and family beach, located at a gulf, suitable for windy days. Amnissos, Karteros and Paliokastro beaches are also within short drive distances.

There are two traditional 'kafenions' in Pendamodi one of which also serves traditional 'mezes', Giorgos' 'Mezedopoleion', a mix of Cretan cafe and taverna, highly recommended by our guests for his hospitality and dishes. Additionally, a selection of brilliant local taverns can be found within a few kilometers in the surrounding villages and the Christina complex modern snack café is always an alternative and on site

Special interest holidays / Service: Courses on Greek History and Literature can take place on special demand by the candidate doctor of Philology, Adonis Paspalakis.

On this vacation you are not going to be alone: For the best service we will support your holiday during your stay, guaranteeing that you will get the most of your vacation: An information book with local sightseeing, tavernas, beaches and general information will be provided.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1039Κ91003230101

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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

About the area

Heraklion

Heraklion is home to this villa. Palace of Knossos and Tylissos are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Dedalou Shopping Street and Heraklion Central Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pankritio Stadium or Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Agios Myronas Church - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 21 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Palace of Knossos - 23 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Knossos Archaeological Site - 23 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Heraklion Port - 23 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Fantastico - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ο φούρνος του Νύκταρη - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Κυλικείο Πα.Γ.Ν.Η. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Γρηγόρης - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Christina II have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Christina II?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Christina II on 15 May 2026 start from AU$228, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Christina II pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Christina II?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Christina II?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Christina II?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Christina II located?

Situated in Heraklion, this villa is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Agios Myronas Church and within 6 miles (10 km) of General University Hospital of Heraklion and Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas. Ammoudara Beach and Tylisos Mansions are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Pendamodi

Great large living space downstairs which was useful in the heatwave. The village tavernas were a real bonus and we enjoyed exploring the areas around. Good contact just before our arrival and very clean property.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We used this villa to explore central and southern Crete for a week. It proved and ideal location to do this. We drove as far west as Rethimno and as far east as Agios Nikolaos and south to Matala. The level of customer service we received from Adonis and Giirgios both before we arrived and during our stay was superb. As we hired the villa we got a discount on a hire car (Zakros Tours) which turned out to be the most hassle free car hiring we have ever had. They do offer to show you the route to the villa on arrival at the airport. We would recommend you take them up on the offer. Any problems were sorted out promptly even when it was very late at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Gerhard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kreta

Sehr gut
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Sejour globalement satisfaisant

Points sur la procédure d'arrivée: Nous sommes arrivés en provenance Rethymno. Google maps nous indiquait 2 routes possible en privilegiant celle la moins praticable nous faisant passer par des chemins de terre impraticables.... heureusement Elisa repesentant Christina Villa est venue nous chercher et nous a accompagné jusqu'a la villa . Dans la presentation de la villa sur ABRITEL L adresse donnée n'est pas très claire : Il faudrait nommer le village : PENDAMODI, puis le nom de la villa : Christina villa n° 2
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

christophe d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bonne première expérience en Crete

La villa est très grande, bien équipée. Le jardin et la piscine sont très agréables et a usage unique du locataire. La villa est à 50m d'une épicerie et de 2 tavernes où on mange très bien pour pas cher. A 20 min de la plage et d'Hermaklion. C'est un bon endroit pour visiter le centre du pays (1h30 de Rethymnon, Agios Nikolaos ou Matala). Attention toutefois au GPS qui peut emmener sur des routes inexistantes!! Femme de ménage qui passe 2 fois par semaine.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Marie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour très agréable

Location très bien située pour découvrir la Crète. Jolis villages dans les environs et une taverne très sympathique à proximité.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rene V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great partner even in difficult times!

This year in April, we where planning to visit Pendamodi for the third time. Unfortunately, Covid19 and travel restrictions made it impossible. But again, Adonis was friendly as always and supported us in every way to solve the situation. So we now hope that travel restrictions drop within this year or next and will immediately take the next chance to visit Crete! Rene
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Toky R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour agréable

Très bien, la gestion est top
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Villa and Location - 5 Star

We spent a wonderful week in this lovely villa which was very well equipped, clean and comfortable - the private pool and garden was a lovely addition. George kindly met us at the airport to show us to our hire car (hired through Zakros tours at a very competitive rate) and then to Pendamodi. The team did all they could to ensure we had a wonderful holiday and with the great local taverna and food and the local shop we couldn't have wanted more. In the words of Arnie - "We'll be back!" x
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Rene V.

Wieder ein fast familiärer Urlaub im Dorf

Auch im zweiten Jahr in Folge war der Urlaub im Ferienhaus wieder unglaublich erholsam und gemütlich! Die Begrüßung war herzlich. Giorgo im Kafenion erkannte uns gleich wieder, im kleinen Laden konnten wir gleich die nötigsten Sachen einkaufen - sofern sie nicht ohnehin schon im Begrüßungskorb enthalten waren. Großes Lob auch an Manolis, unsere Hinweise und Anregungen vom letzten Jahr wurden tatsächlich beachtet, so daß nun u.a. auch neue Messer und Eierbecher in der Küche vorhanden waren. Tabs für die kleine Spülmaschine lagen bereit. Das ist Service! Das Kochevent war wieder ein Erlebnis - diesmal mit Kaninchen. Wer sich einfach mal zurücklehnen und echt griechisch bekochen lassen will, sollte das unbedingt buchen. Ansonsten gilt alles wie im vergangenen Jahr, wenn man keinen touristischen Hotelurlaub sucht, sondern ruhig (oder auch mal lebhaft) Urlaub mit Einheimischen verbringen möchte, dann ist man hier richtig. Leider war die eine Woche wieder viel zu kurz...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Lovely villa

We had a wonderful stay in this well equipped lovely little villa. There was everything that we needed including a bbq. The maid service was exceptional with clean linen more often then we have had in other stays. We enjoyed staying in a village setting as we have often been in the middle of nowhere, and found plenty of necessities in the local shop and ate 5 times in the taverna!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
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6/10 Okay

siegfried d.

Sehr freundliche Betreuung

Die betreuenden Personen waren sehr freundlich, zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit. Gaben wichtige Informationen über Land und Leute. Das Haus selbst unterliegt einem Renovierungsrückstand der dringend beseitigt gehört. So sollten die Duschen mit mit vernünftigen Wandhaltern ausgestattet werden ebenso wären feste Duschwände sehr hilfreich. Im unteren Bad ist die Kabine zu klein, im oberen ist gar keine Duschwandhalterung vorhanden. Der Satelittenempfang ist zwar international ausgerichtet aber an deutschsprachigen Sender empfängt man nur einen und das Schlecht. Satelitt ASTRA wäre hier hilfreich. Türgriffe und Scharniere sollten geölt und festgezogen werden. Ein Windschutz im Garten könnte ebenso sehr hilfreich sein. Das sind die Dinge mir spontan einfallen und leicht erledigt werden könnten. Die Vergrößerung der Abwasserrohre um mitteleuropäischen Standard zu haben, wo das Toilettenpapier mit über das Abwasser entsorgt wird, wäre sehr schön, liegt aber nicht in der Hand des Hausbesitzers. Mit freundlichen Grüßen Siegfried Dobner
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
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8/10 Good

Adrian L.

Really relaxing rural escape

Location, Location,Location. Pendamodi is a perfect setting to explore Crete. We found some fantastic local restaurants within a short drive and everything we needed was available in the Village....even a local hostelry that served excellent local food. Unusually for rural Villas this one is serviced regularly and we found George and Elizabeth a fantastic resource who ensured our stay was everything we hoped it would be. A personal thanks to you both for your attentiveness. I have no hesitation in recommending this Villa for a relaxing break in the heart of a beautiful island. From initial enquiry right through to arrival at the airport and support in finding the Villa I found the service from Zakros Tours and the team first class. Thanks again.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Rene V.

Abseits des Massentourismus mit allem Komfort

Vom Flughafen Heraklion bis zum Dorf Pendamodi sind es 30 Minuten mit dem Mietwagen. Aber es ist eine Reise in eine andere Welt. War man eben noch von lärmenden Touristen mit Koffern umgeben und schlängelte sich kurz durch überfüllte Straßen mit Geschäften, Restaurants und Straßenhändlern in Heraklion, findet man sich auf einmal in einem typisch griechischen Dorf wieder mit einem kleinen Dorfladen, der alles hat, was man wirklich braucht und zwei Kafeneons, vor dem die Männer sitzen, Kaffee trinken und das ruhige Leben genießen - und in dem man beim zweiten Besuch schon das Gefühl hat, Stammgast zu sein. Haus, Garten und Pool sind gepflegt, sauber und werden alle paar Tage gereinigt. Vermieter und Personal erfüllen gern Wünsche, wenn noch etwas fehlt. Alle Zimmer haben Klimaanlage, Waschmaschine, Herd, Mikrowelle, Kaffeemaschine usw. sind vorhanden, ebenso ein kleiner Geschirspüler (evtl. ein paar Tabs mitbringen, wenn man keine dort kaufen will). Der Fernseher empfängt Hotbird 13°, wo man außer ZDF nicht viele deutsche Programme findet - wenn das wichtig ist. DVD Player und Playstation 2 sind auch vorhanden. Wir haben die Möglichkeit genutzt, einen griechischen Koch ins Haus zu bestellen, mit dem wir dann ein tolles Rinderstifado inkl. Salat und Dessert gekocht haben. Dabei hat der Vermieter alles schön zum Mitschreiben übersetzt. Es war ein toller Abend mit sehr interessanten Gesprächen! Man sollte auf jeden Fall das Kafeneon am Ende der Straße besuchen. Es gibt zwar keine Speisekarte, der Wirt füllt aber schnell den Tisch mit kalten und warmen Speisen. Sehr lecker und alles frisch zubereitet. Wenn man Glück hat, wird auch der Grill angeworfen und Souvlaki gegrillt. Man kann gern Wünsche äußern, was man am nächsten Tag gern essen würde! Wer eines der Ferienhäuser in Pendamodi mietet, sollte nicht nur einfach eine Unterkunft suchen, sondern den Vorsatz haben, als Tourist ein kretisches Dorf zu erleben. Natürlich kann man einfach im Garten und Haus bleiben und ansonsten mit dem Auto die Insel erkunden. Das wäre dann aber nur der halbe Spaß! Die 9 Tage waren viel zu schnell vorbei. Wir planen auf jeden Fall, nach Pendamodi zurückzukehren. Gern auch für einen längeren Urlaub!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Delightful!

We loved the peaceful, rural setting and the stunning scenery in the area. The villa was all we could wish for and Adonis and his team were both professional and very kind. We enjoyed the warm and friendly welcome and numerous tasty meals at Georgos' kafenion just two minutes' walk away. Adonis also provided our hire car: the service was excellent and when a small fault occurred the car was replaced very promptly. A wonderful holiday in Pentamodi... We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2017
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8/10 Good

Sophie M.

Très bon séjour

Située à une vingtaine de minutes au sud de Héraklion, la location est localisée dans le village de Pentamodi, petit village très calme et charmant. Nous avons été accueillis par Giorgos à notre arrivée à l'aéroport d'Héraklion, que nous avons suivi en voiture jusqu'à la villa. C'est un service extrêmement appréciable car le réseau routier crètois est assez chaotique et les panneaux pas toujours claires... La villa est globalement bien entretenue et globalement bien équipée, bien que peu lumineuse au rez de chaussée (contrairement à ce qui apparaît sur les photos). En effet, nous étions contraint d'allumer la lumière en pleine journée. Par contre, la villa reste très fraîche, ce qui est appréciable lorsque la température extérieure est élevée. Le seul point dérengeant, mais qui doit se retrouver dans la plupart des habitations crètoises, est la présence incessante de fourmis qui sautent sur la moindre occasion pour investir plan de travail et placards de la cuisine et s'attaquer à toutes les denrées alimentaires. Du coup, on finit par tout renger au frigo, même le pain... Pour résumer, c'est une très bonne location si l'on recherche des vacances au calme et au soleil et que l'on n'a pas peur de faire un peu de kilomètres pour visiter. Toutes les personnes que nous avons eu l'occasion de rencontrer étaient très disponibles et discrètes (Giorgos passe faire l'entretien de la piscine plusieurs fois par semaine) et nous ont donné de bons conseils. Je recommande donc vivement !
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2/10 Terrible

Ronny M.

Hierhin nie wieder!

Als erstes vorweg, Kreta ist eine tolle Insel mit mehr als netten, zuvorkommenden Menschen und tollen Stränden. Eine durchweg Klasse Küche in vielen schön gelegenen Tavernen. Aber warum nur ein Stern? Das Haus und der vom Vermieter gebuchte Mietwagen, waren einfach nur schlecht! Auf Grund der Anfang Juli andauernden Probleme in Griechenland, bat mich der Vermieter um Barzahlung des Restbetrages. Das sollte kein Thema sein, also habe ich Bar gezahlt. Hinzu kam noch das Geld für ein Auto, welches man als solches wohl nicht bezeichnen sollte. Ein dreckiger, stinkender Hyundai für 2 Wochen?! Naja, die Autos auf diesem Parkplatz sahen alle so aus, also erstmal Augen zu und durch. Wir haben ja sicher die Möglichkeit Sagrotan zu kaufen. Wir kauften in der Folge noch so einiges, um uns die 2 Wochen Urlaub schön zu machen. Als wir in Pentamodi ankamen, war das Haus noch nicht gereinigt, also nahmen wir eine Stunde in einer Taverne Platz. Es war mittlerweile Nachmittag. Im Haus angekommen wurde ausgepackt, sich umgeschaut etc., was man halt so macht. Durch das Auto schon von der ersten Euphorie befreit, wunderten wir uns über Geruch und Zustand der so genannten Villa. Durchgelegene Matrazen waren noch das kleinste Problem. Eine komplett Nässe und teilweise mit Wasser gefüllte Luftmatratze des Vormieters war unter der Treppe verstaut worden. Ist wohl beim Putzen nicht aufgefallen. Küche, Möbel, einfach alles ist verwöhnt und riecht. Teilweise sind die Schränke defekt. Auf Hinweis an den Vermieter ist dieses gerade erst passiert und konnte noch nicht repariert werden. Auch in den nächsten 2 Wochen nicht. Wir haben am Montag im Supermarkt Tischdecken und Plastikgeschirr gekauft, um zumindest frühstücken zu können. Gefreut hatten wir uns auf einen Urlaub mit viel kochen und frischen Marktzutaten. Hier sicher nicht. Nächster Punkt, es sollte ein Ort der Ruhe sein, um Kraft für die Arbeit zu erlangen. Weit gefehlt. Nervende schreiende Nachbarn, aber für die kann keiner was. Hunde bellten jeden Tag, den ganzen Tag. Einen Abendspaziergang konnten wir garnicht machen, da überall aggressive freilaufende Hunde herumliefen. Wir waren mit 2 Kindern (11 und 14) da. Die trauten sich allein nicht mal zum 100m entfernten Kiosk. Da der Platz hier für eine ausreichende Bewertung nicht reicht, schließe ich mit dem Fazit: Urlaub auf Kreta Ja! Urlaub bei ZakroTours Nie und Nimmer!!!
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10/10 Excellent

séjour fin avril début mai 2011

Endroit calme et bien situé pour ceux qui veulent, comme nous, visiter le pays Excellent accueil avec même un panier pour le premier petit déjeuner, ménage fait tous les 3 jours en même temps que les draps et linge de maison sont changés. La location de voiture a été parfaite, une personne nous attendait à l'aéroport D'Héraklion et nous a même amenée jusqu'a la maison. Des conseils de visites intéressants nous ont été prodigués par le loueur. La « taverna » du village est excellente, l’épicière, ouverte quasiment en permanence, offre le minimum nécessaire. Nous recommandons cet endroit la description est parfaitement conforme à la réalité
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10/10 Excellent

Christina Villa, Pendamodi village

We have visited the beautiful Island of Crete many times but usually stayed in a coastal resort. When we saw Christina Villa we decided to give it a try. The villa is fantastic, very private and the villages were marvelous. The people were very friendly, and the food at the taverna was really scrumptious. We would definately go back and recommend it for a truely relaxing holiday. Manolis is the owner and couldn't do enough for us, he is a truely lovely , genuine person.
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10/10 Excellent

Jayne S.

Christina Villa's

My family and I visited Christina Villa's last August and enjoyed a great, relaxing holiday in the traditional village of Pendamodi. The villa was to a high standard with good facilities, plenty of space and privacy. The property had a lovely garden incorporating a swimming pool, BBQ area and good sitting areas to accomodate those who enjoy the sun or those who prefer a shaded area. Pool and Villa cleaning was carried out on a regular basis by friendly, and helpful staff to a good standard. On arrival we received a warm welcome from Adonis and his family and they remained helpful and available throughout our stay. We enjoyed good local cuisine in Pendmodi as well as great restaurants in the surrounding villages, all to a high standard at affordable prices. For those who are looking for a quiet realxing break in a traditional village not too far from the capital Iraklion( Heraklion) and the major attractions we would highly recommend Christina Villa's.
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10/10 Excellent

Renae C.

Fantastic - 5 stars all round!

We had a fantastic stay in this luxurious villa back in Sept. The facilities were great and the owners were brilliant. The villa is owned by a local family who take real pride in their work and hospitality - they went to great trouble to ensure we had a good stay - advising us on local beaches, site seeing, restaurants etc. We even got a competitive car hire deal through Zakros Tours. We really enjoyed chatting to both Georgious (?) & Adonis about life in Crete, which gave us further insight into the culture. The local taverna (also owned by the same family) cooked up some delish dishes. This (coming from a fussy eater) is not to be snuffed at!! I really couldn't fault the team or the villa - If you're going to Crete, this is the place to stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely location in *real* Crete

If you want to experience *real* Crete, this is the place for you. Situated in the hills south of Heraklion, there are lots of places to explore nearby & excellent tavernas and cafes. The owners & managers of the villa were extraordinarily generous with their time & very thoughtful--so much so that I felt badly about the amount of time of theirs we consumed. And what's more, they can help you rent a car, which you'll need. In the village is a lovely cafe/taverna with *excellent* food, and the owners were very thorough to point us to lots of other great places to eat & visit. Strongly recommended.

About the host

Hosted by Adonis Paspalakis

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Born Cretan, studied Philology at the university of Thessaloniki for my bachelor, University of Crete for my master , and currently again at Thessaloniki for my Phd, I am working in tourism at our local family firm, Zakros Tours, since 2005.

Why they chose this property

Being the village of my father, Pendamodi is really the place of my ancestors. Our family built the Christina Villas complex to offer our guests an insight at the traditional cretan way of life which can not be found in the "industrialized" resorts.

What makes this property unique

Christina Villas are combining both cretan tradition and modern amenities, while having a private garden and pool per villa, offers guests the chance to relax and enjoy their vacation. The location of the village is a great, as being away from the city but on the same time very near to it. Also, the villas are a fantastic base to explore the whole island.

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