Villa Erato, Phaistos Villas

Villa Erato is just a fifty minutes’ drive from Heraklion International Airport to the south of Crete, at the outskirts of the picturesque village of Sivas.
It is one of a complex of three stone-built villas, each given a name from Greek mythology. The complex, situated at the foot of the village, offers a panoramic view of the Messara valley and the distinctive blue of the south Cretan sea in the distance.
The complex was constructed using authentic materials by local craftsmen following the traditional architecture of rural Crete in order to perfectly blend in with the environment and be an integral part of the settlement.
Each of the three villas of around 100m2 is spread over two levels.
The top level has two stylish, high beam-ceilinged bedrooms and a large modern bathroom with shower facility. The muted colours add to the light, airy and calm atmosphere.
On the ground floor there is a fully equipped open planned kitchen with stylish and relaxing dining and sitting area.



Phaistos villas is a complex of three stone-built villas, each given a name from Greek mythology: the Muse Erato and the Nymphs Dafne and Kastalia. The complex, situated at the foot of the village, offers a panoramic view of the Messara valley and the distinctive blue of the south Cretan sea in the distance.

This peaceful location can become your springboard for exploring the historical sites and places of unique beauty in the area. You can choose between staying in and relaxing around the pool, hopping off on a few minutes drive to the world famous archaeological site of Phaistos, or enjoying the wonderful golden-sand beaches of Matala and Kalamaki. The serenity of the environment, the dry and healthy climate of the area as well as the local food specialities guarantee an unforgettable stay.

The complex was constructed using authentic materials by local craftsmen following the traditional architecture of rural Crete in order to perfectly blend in with the environment and be an integral part of the settlement. The three villas were built in different levels offering independency, privacy and uninterrupted views of the surroundings. A lovely 40m2 pool of 1,5m depth situated in the center of the complex, can be enjoyed by guests of all three villas.

The property has a TUV certification ISO 14001:2004 and is registered and approved by the Greek National tourist board (EOT).

Each villa was designed with care to offer its guests every possible modern amenity.

The villas can be rented individually or can be booked together to accommodate bigger parties.

Phaistos Villas is just a fifty minutes’ drive from Heraklion International Airport "N. Kazantzakis" to the south of Crete, at the outskirts of the picturesque village of Sivas.

The drive from Heraklion takes you through the biggest Cretan wine-growing district of Archanes and the big archaeological excavation called Agia Deka and Gortys. Gortys is one of the most important historical towns in Crete with a history of 6,000 years and one of the most extensive archaeological sites in Greece. It was the site of the first human habitation of Crete at the end of the Neolithic period (5th millennium B.C.)
Every villa is spread over two levels. The top level has two stylish, high beam-ceilinged bedrooms and a large modern bathroom with shower facility. The muted colours add to the light, airy and relaxed atmosphere.

On the ground floor there is a fully equipped open planned kitchen with stylish and relaxing dining and sitting area. Comfort and amenities include free WiFi access, satellite TV and DVD player, air conditioning every bedroom and sitting area, WC at ground floor area, outdoor dinning and sitting area, security system, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, sun-beds and pool towels.

High chair and cot for infants may be provided upon request.