Samonas Traditional Villas

The traditional settlement of Samonas is a complete neighbourhood located in the village of Samonas, in the district of Apokoronas, at an altitude of 400 m and at a distance of 25 km from Chania.

All our dwellings are two-storey (maisonettes) with unlimited view to the mountain and the sea. They are exclusively built in stone and wood to match their surroundings. Each is built at a different level due to the ground's steep slope, with common courtyards as well as independent verandas or balconies and quiet corners. All incorporate the same comforts and luxury, although they differ in size and layout.

During night hours, thousands of stars will magnetize your eyes. Musical sounds, vivid colours, captivating scents, pure flavours and the close touch with nature will awaken all your senses and their remembrance will remain unforgettable.

The traditional settlement of Samonas is a complete neighbourhood located in the village of Samonas, in the district of Apokoronas, at an altitude of 400 m and at a distance of 25 km from Chania. Apokoronas Prefecture is well known for its hospitable inhabitants, its beautiful traditional villages and the unique nature beauty. It is worth visiting all of them, since each one has its own particular colour, traditions, folkways and history.

The village still preserves its picturesque character since it is really very small and has very few inhabitants. Their main occupation is stock-raising, agriculture and apiculture. The settlement is built on a hill slope and it has such an orientation that it offers an impressive view from all dwellings. Looking over from the settlement's location, we get the impression that we could touch the Lefka Ori, or dive into the vast Cretan sea.

All dwellings have two main entrances with traditional rustic locks and big iron keys. They are decorated with many small folklore objects and antiques. All incorporate the same comforts and luxury, although they differ in size and layout. On the ground floor, a) fully equipped built-in kitchen with oven, ceramic cook-stoves, refrigerator, freezer, dish washer, microwaves, coffee pot, toaster, small electric sweeper, pressure cooker and a whole line of well-known kitchen items and top quality dinner service. b) Dining room with a large table made of wood and marble and hand-made engraved chairs. c) Sitting room with fireplace, TV, DVD-player, stereo, telephone, double or triple couch with orthopedic mattresses which very easily converts to two single or one double bed. On the first floor, a) bedroom with double bed with orthopedic mattress, toilet-mirror, wardrobe, screen, full-length mirror, iron, ironing-board, telephone etc b) bathroom with shower, washing machine and washer dryer, hair dryer All dwellings have at least one independent courtyard or veranda and balcony with traditional outdoor furniture. Apart from the fireplace, all dwellings have air-conditioning on both floors and hot water from solar and electric water heater. All furniture is handmade, carved made from beech. The linen draperies are embroidered and of top quality while the quilts and pillows are feather. Communal areas The reception area is common for all dwellings, presenting the image of a small coffee house where visitors may taste tsikoudia, wine, herbs and local dishes. During their stay, visitors can find in this area buy all types of local products as well as a small variety of necessity items. This area provides the possibility of internet connection and also includes a small library, music cds, dvd films and board games. The settlement also includes a large traditional wood-oven and barbecue, swimming pool, well equipped gym and Turkish bath.

The rooms are named after certain herbs from Crete and they are the following: Mantzourana Double room dwelling of 50 m² which may accommodate up to 4 persons. Its areas are made up in four deferent levels. It comprises a balcony and one covered veranda. It is dated since the end of 1800, while in the past served as a store room for grains, oil, and wine. One of its areas was part of the wine press which does not exist now. Diktamos Double room dwelling of 60 m² with the possibility to easily accommodate up to 4 persons. The bedroom is located on the ground floor and its two walls is natural rock under the soil. It incorporates one independent courtyard. This dwelling was built in 1913 and the ground floor in the past was used as a barn-stable, while the first floor as a weave room and elementary school.

Faskomilia Double room dwelling of 70 m², easily accommodating up to 4 persons. The characteristics of this dwelling are the traditional wooden stove, the large chimney and the well, all found inside the house. It incorporates an indoor veranda, a large independent courtyard and has access to the roof with a magnificent panoramic view. It was initially built in the mid 1800's and was used as a kitchen-dinning room while inside the well they kept cheese products and wine due to the temperature difference. Malotira Triple room, newly built dwelling of 75 m² easily accommodating up to 4 persons. It is built with traditional materials and in a traditional manner and totally blends in with the natural environment. It has one internal arch and incorporates one indoor veranda with view to the Akrotiri and the entire area of Apokoronas, two independent courtyards and it has access to the roof with view to the mountain as well as to the sea. It has immediate internet access connection.

Fliskouni Triple room new dwelling of 80 m², in total harmony with the area and the oldest buildings. It may accommodate up to 6 persons. The only one with canted tile roof in the bedroom, located higher than the remaining dwellings. It incorporates two indoor verandas with view and has immediate internet access connection.

Services with extra Charge

• Traditional Breakfast
• Traditional dinner

Free Services

• Wifi satellite internet
• Bicycles
• Fitness room
• Steam bath room
• Barbeque

Breakfast
There is a possibility for us to prepare and serve at your villa a rich, traditional breakfast with fresh, local and home made products. 
Alternatively you can prepare it by yourself at the fully equipment kitchen of your house. Everything you need for it you can find it at our small traditional café.

The café
It is well stocked mostly with Greek, Cretan and organic products and our self made wine, raki, extra virgin olive oil, marmalades and more.
As the café operate on self service basis, payment is on the honor system.
 

1.How do I get to Samonas? 
   

a) From Chania airport follow the route: Airport - Souda - Megala Horafia - Styos -          Samonas.                                                                                                                      More specific: 7 km from the airport you turn left to Souda. Then enter the high way with direction to Rethymnon. A few kilometers after, follow the exit to Megala Horafia and go straight ahead to the village of Stylos. At the end of Stylos village, the road is separated. You have to follow the right acclivitous one. After 5 km you will reach Samonas village. Our traditional houses are on your left hand, after the first couple of residences.

b) From Heraklion airport follow the route: Airport - Rethymnon - Kalyves - Stylos - Samonas.                                                                                                                      More specific: From Heraklion - Rethymnon head to Chania. A few kilometers after Souda, on your left, you will see the seaside settlement of Kalyves. From the high way follow the exit to Kalyves and then to the villages of Armenoi - Neo Horio - Stylos. At the entrance of Stylos, turn left and follow the narrow acclivitous road to Samonas (5 km). Our traditional houses are on your left hand, after the first couple of residences. 

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We will not charge your credit card before your arrival, but we reserve the right to pre-authorize it.

It may be possible that special offers required a partial or total prepayment of your booking. 

If cancelled up to 31 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
•If cancelled   30-20   days before date of arrival, 50% of your booking cost will be charged. 
•If cancelled 20-10 days before date of arrival, 75% of your booking cost will be charged.