Villa Grand Blue, Reiseführer, Agios Nikolaos

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Agios Nikolaos is a beautiful, picturesque town full of traditional charm that lies on the north coast of Crete, 65 km east of Heraklion and 10 km south of Elounda. The resort overlooks the sheltered blue waters of Mirabello Bay and is backed by mountains leading to Lasithi Plateau.

It is a quiet seaside resort that is enjoyed by families with children and couples alike, crammed full of atmospheric cafés, charming little shops and enticing eateries around a small lake.

Founded as the ancient port of Lato, it lay abandoned for centuries and was only resettled as a fishing village in 1870. Today it is one of Crete largest holiday resorts. The town centres around Lake Voulismeni, a small circular harbour-lake, which according to local myth is bottomless, edged with open-air cafes, bars, shops and tavernas and a yachting marina where you can really unwind in laid-back style here. Shopaholics will love popping in and out of the chic boutiques and jewellery shops.There are numerous beaches close by, many of which have been awarded the European Blue Flag for cleanliness.

From the town harbour, daily excursion boats depart for the extraordinary island of Spinalonga, opposite Elounda, which was fortified by the Venetians in the 17th century to protect the Cretan coast against the Turks, then used as leper colony from 1913 to 1957.

Bewertungen

"Great place, right next to the sea, and with plenty of things to do close to the villa - you will need a car."

George

United Kingdom
"The only word to describe our stay is amazing. The villa is extremely beautiful and clean and it’s composed by two apartments, with a great outdoor space. The swimming pool is very big and the water temperature is perfect. The hidden gem of the house is the direct access to the sea, which is incredible. Finally, the host is an amazing person. Him and his family made us find everything in the house when we arrived. I definitely recommend everyone to stay here as the house alone is worth the travel."

Matteo

Italy
"Best Airbnb we‘ve ever stayed at, the place is fantastic! Great house, location next to the sea and host."

Benjamin

Germany

"My family and I had the immense pleasure to be the first guests at this beautiful brand-new duplex home at the border of the Cretan Sea. We were received by the owner, a fantastic human being, with Local delicacies, wine, and olive oil made by his father and family. At the sea, we felt in a live aquarium, an amazing spot to snorkel and be in nature. We highly recommend this unforgettable stay to rest and enjoy the Aegean Sea at its best."

Tiago

Argentina
"The pics and description do not begin to describe the beauty of this off the beaten path home in Southern Crete. The place was simply breathtaking. I can’t wait to come back."

Kenneth

United States of America