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Velanos Cottages, Kefali, Crete

summer family holiday cottages in crete a gem - sunny terraces!

600 metres from the village, these four Cretan family holiday cottages in crete homes have been built by Georgos the owner in an appealing traditional style with tiled roofs, natural stone walls, timbered ceilings and great big fire places! Nestling on the hillside, with magnificent views down the valley to the sea, they blend in perfectly with the village below, which is a tribute to Georgo's very considerable effort and creative vision for these traditional family holiday cottages in crete

traditional family holiday cottages in crete - outstanding panoramic views!

From a small parking area above these family holiday cottages in crete poition Georgos has literally carved a 50 metre footpath to cottage 4, from where 20 natural stone steps lead down the hillside to cottage 3, before continuing down a further 30 stone steps and flower bordered pathways to cottages 1 and 2.

family holiday cottages in crete - excellent 12 metre pool!

The superb 12 metre swimming pool with adjoining children's pool is located to one side of the holiday cottages on the terraced hillside a short distance from cottage 3. Protected to the rear by a natural stone wall and with a large sun terrace in the same local stone, it enjoys wonderful views from these family holiday cottages in crete position and down the valley towards the sea.

Cottage 1 Sleep 2/3
Adjoining Cottage 2, Cottage1 has its own private pathway to a sunny rear terrace bordered by a stone wall and topped with geraniums in typical Cretan village style. The terrace has rustic patio furniture in keeping with the character of the cottage and truly breathtaking panoramic views down the valley to the sea. A secluded terrace around the corner is partly shaded by the huge and amazingly spry Velanos Tree, said to be 2000 years old and from which the cottages take their name. An entrance door leads into the small open plan living room with a massive open fire place, plus a dining area tucked away to one side with cosy bench seating. Beyond this the remarkable saloon style kitchenette is equipped with authentic village cupboards and shelving and other traditional nooks and crannies, as well as a fridge freezer and a small electric oven with 2 ring hob.
To the side of the kitchen entrance is a small tiled shower room, whilst off the living room is a door to an immensely appealing bedroom, with double bed, polished pine floors and sloping beamed ceiling. Georgos has constructed the Cretan rustic wooden wardrobe, whilst the pretty wall decorations and doilies on the dresser and bedside tables are all hand embroidered by Georgo's wife Jenny. There is also a wonderful view from the bedroom window, which Homer would no doubt describe as the handiwork of the gods.
For extra privacy a high stone wall, with an extraordinarily rustic gate, to facilitate visiting the neighbours separates the terrace at the front of  Cottages 1 and  2. 

Notes: The bench seat next to the fireplace is wide enough for a child to sleep on.

NB. There are a total of 50 natural stone steps down the hill to these two cottages.  

traditional family holiday cottages in crete - exceptional panoramic views not to be missed!

Location of Velanos Cottage 1 **
Kefali, Crete
Kefali stands at the head of the beautiful Vathi valley leading down to both the legendary monastery of Chrissoskalitisa and the beaches of Elafonisi where the sand is tinged pink at the waters edge by coral fragments and a wade across the shallow blue lagoon brings you to a desert island of spectacular sand dunes and rock formations. ...More about Kefali >>

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Georgos House* Sleeps 4 £280 to £280 per week Location: Facing out to sea and tucked away just off Agia Paraskevi square Accommodation: 2 bedrooms, 1 shower room Emilios House* Sleeps 4 £280 to £280 per week Location: Built directly onto a rocky buttress that forms the far end of Agia Paraskevi Village Square Accommodation: 2 bedrooms and 2 shower rooms Coral Apt A1 Sleeps 4 £440 to £526 per week Location: Puerto Pollenca Just off the road to Formentor and less than 25 metres from the Pine Walk. Accommodation: Twin bedroom apartments, with 2 sofabeds in living area

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Comments on Velanos Cottage 1 **

Michael Hughes - Sep 2009

"Beautiful setting - would recommend Velanos to anyone."

Kyla - Sep 2009

"The owners of the villas were lovely, very kind & nothing too much trouble. There were some lovely touches such as beautiful crocheted lace curtains and hand embroidered pictures. There is a good bakery in Elos about 5 mins drive away and a slightly bigger mini-market than in Kefali. We had a lovely time & will definitely go back again & will happily recommend Velanos to others!"

TheCardwells - Aug 2009

"We had an excellent holiday, it exceeded all our xpectations. We found everyone to be so helpful and friendly. The welcome and guidance we received from Diane our representative in Crete was excellent she was so nice and our hosts from Velanos cottages were so welcoming and friendly it all made for wonderful holiday. We found your directions to the property to be very accurate and all the information you provided us with prior to our journey very informative and helpful. We would certainly recommend your company to others and you will be our first port of call when we are looking to book next years holiday. The cottages themselves were in a fantastic location.Totally unspoilt -the real Greece-it was our little paradise for two weeks! Thank you, your excellent service contributed to a superb holiday. "

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