Topolia Village Houses, Crete

Below the road that passes through the village and tucked away in a warren of narrow streets that cling to the side of the valley, these four mellow stone houses, are the pride and joy of the widow, Argyro and were originally part of her rambling family home, which must have been the size of Knossos!. When we first saw the houses some five years ago they were just dilapidated ruins but subsequently, Argyro's two sons who are carpenters by trade have painstakingly renovated them and produced four authentic, but eminently comfortable cottages. Argyro, who still cooks the most delicious cheese pies, must be well in to her seventies by now and has worked hard all her life. Until quite recently she did the cleaning in the cottages but now semi-retired, she just greatly enjoys meeting her English guests and probably secretly marvels at the fact that foreigners are living in her old family home, which until 5 years ago didn't even have an inside loo!

The cottages which have been furnished in traditional Cretan village style also retain many of their original features such as lovely stone archways and rough hewn beamed ceilings. However 20th century influences then hold sway and each cottage is fully air conditioned, with modern well appointed bathrooms or shower rooms, some with hydro massage baths.

The kitchens likewise have all mod cons including full electric cooker, fridge freezer, dish washer, microwave and washing machine, as well as toaster, electric kettle, juicer, coffee maker and so on.
The cottages vary in size from one to four bedrooms, mostly with en-suite facilities. All the cottages have generous living areas as well as their own private terraces or balconies and share a lovely 12m x 3m pool with fabulous views towards the sea across the terracotta rooftops of the village.

Please note: We do not provide our normal maid service at the Topolia Village Houses. Beds will be made up for your arrival and fresh  bed linen will be provided every three or four days.There is no further maid service.

Topolia Village House 3

Entrance to this enigmatic house is into the kitchen area of the top floor open plan living  area. Under a wide stone archway the living room is filled with light and has wonderful views of the village tumbling down the valley below. Bench seating has been built into the window so that the views can be fully enjoyed from the raised living area and french doors give access to a generous terrace.   

On the lower ground floor the 2 double bedrooms each have an ensuite shower room and the third bedroom, which sleeps 3 in bunk beds and single bed, is ideal for youngsters but has no outside window, but is adequately ventilated. The occupants of this room  share the family bathroom.  A second terrace at this level is an alternative area to relax and enjoy the aforesaid views.

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