Located in Hersonissos, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Lychnostatis and Nikos Kazantzakis Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Hersonissos and Crete Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Star Beach Water Park and Aquaworld Aquarium. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and cycling nearby.
Convention Centre Creta Maris - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Port of Hersonissos - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Stalis Beach - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
Getting around
Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Creta Maris Pithos - 3 min drive
SIMA Beach Bar - 4 min drive
Saradari - 9 min walk
Aldemar Main Restauraunt - 12 min walk
Arismari - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Cottage Ma-Re in Anissaras, Hersonisssos, Crete have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Cottage Ma-Re in Anissaras, Hersonisssos, Crete?
As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage Ma-Re in Anissaras, Hersonisssos, Crete on 30 Oct 2026 start from £702, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Cottage Ma-Re in Anissaras, Hersonisssos, Crete pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Cottage Ma-Re in Anissaras, Hersonisssos, Crete?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-out at Cottage Ma-Re in Anissaras, Hersonisssos, Crete?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Cottage Ma-Re in Anissaras, Hersonisssos, Crete located?
This family-friendly Hersonissos cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Saradari and Convention Centre Creta Maris. Aquaworld Aquarium and St. Paraskevi Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
My girlfriend and I chose Dr Mairi’s place to stay for our friend’s wedding in Crete. Not only was it great location in relation to everything we had going on, but the perfect spot to just walk to the beaches, and escape the hustle/bustle of the city. The 4/5 stars in accuracy of listing is only because there was a miscommunication regarding availability for 1 overlapping day. However, this was more than made up for by Dr Mairi and is a testament to their customer service. I would 100% book this again for our next Crete stay☺️
Die Vermieter sind überaus gastfreundlich, aufmerksam und hilfsbereit. Die Strände in der nahen Umgebung sehr schön und gut für Kinder geeignet. Wir haben uns in dem gut ausgestatteten, sauberen Cottage sehr wohl gefühlt. Gerne wieder.
Mairi and Diamantis are two incredibly great hosts. On their property is the guest house, right next to their house. This is within walking distance to several beaches. It is close to everything you need: restaurants, supermarkets, caffees, rental car agency, travel agency and of course the beaches.
We were there for 3 weeks with our little baby and can recommend this guest house to everyone.
Die Villa Ma re ist ein sehr schön eingerichtetes Ferienhaus, optimal für zwei Personen. Die Vermieterin wohnt nebenan, allerdings ist der Garten und der Eingang zur Wohnung recht schön abgeschirmt, so dass man immer seine Ruhe hat. In der Wohnung findet man alles was man braucht: es gibt Spül- und Waschmaschinentabs, Wasserflaschen, Kaffee und sogar der Kühlschrank war gefüllt (was sehr nett war, da wir Samstag spät Abends angereist waren). Zur Begrüßung gab es Gebäck und eine Flasche Wein und Rhaki. Die Wohnung hat einen eigenen Parkplatz. Die Lage ist an sich nicht schlecht - nahe Heraklion, so dass man nach dem Flug nicht lange fahren muss, und nah am Strand. In der Gegend gibt es sehr viele Ressorts und daher auch viele Restaurants. Ein kleiner Supermarkt ist direkt nebenan.
Das einzige, was mich an der Wohnung etwas gestört hat, ist das sehr kleine Badezimmer. Dafür ist die Küche und das Wohnzimmer sehr geräumig und stilvol eingerichtet.
Dear Mairi and Diamantis with family,
once again we would like to thank you for a pleasant stay at your cottage! we always gladly returned to the house, where everything was organized, to feel at home, with love and warmth. A couple of minutes of the way will lead to cozy, well-groomed beaches, a couple of steps to a supermarket. The excellent location makes it easy to get to the airport, as well as travel to the famous attractions of the island. All in all a great place for a relaxing holiday in a private atmosphere. We really hope to come back! Love, Elena and Thomas
In dem angenehmen Häuschen ist reichlich Platz, alles vorhanden, was man braucht, große Terrasse, großer Garten! Sehr hilfsbereite, großzügige Vermieterin, nette, schöne Atmosphäre. Sehr zu empfehlen.
L'accueil chaleureux, la gentillesse et bienveillance de Mairi et sa famille.
A notre arrivée, les cadeaux du pays nous attendaient: le miel, l'huile d'olive, le vin, les biscuits...
La maison nous attendait toute propre et bien équipée. Il ne manquait rien!
Toujours prête à nous renseigner, réactivé à la moindre demande, Mairi nous a gâté avec son cake fait maison.
Des paysages magnifiques, des plages à proximité, plein d'endroits à découvrir: nous allons en souvenir avec beaucoup de plaisir.
Merci Mairi, Diamantis et Rémi!
Maisonnette avec tout confort, clim efficace et bien utile en été, garde manger et frigo rempli pour les premiers jours, linge de maison fourni.
Accueil extrêmement sympathique dans un cadre crêtois traditionnel avec vue sur la mer égée.
Bien situé pour excursions vers l'est, le sud et l'ouest de la Crête en évitant le tumulte de Heraklio.
Petites criques accessibles à pied.
Wir haben uns hier total wohl gefühlt, wurden super begrüßt und umsorgt und haben auch die Lage des Ferienhäuschens sehr genossen.
Wer nicht unbedingt Aktion um sich herum braucht, findet dies genau hier. Wir würden jeder Zeit wieder kommen.
Wir haben einen wunderschönen Urlaub in dem kleinen Ferienhäuschen von Mairi und Diamantis genossen und wurden freundlich von Ihnen empfangen sowie umsorgt. So eine tolle Gastfreundschaft haben wir selten erlebt. Danke dafür! :)
Die Unterkunft ist super gelegen, sauber und gut ausgestattet, mit einem schönem Ausblick aufs Meer. Ein guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge zur Erkundung von Kreta.
What can I say to summarize our experience with Mairi and Diamantis? A text stating, “we left ice cream on your bench.” Does it get better than that? Extremely warm and informative hosts, a wonderful view for coffee in the morning, a very short walk to beautiful beaches, and you have our experience in Crete. Our only regret was that we did not get to have a proper drink with the hosts, but there is always next time!
Ciao Mairi and family, and thanks for the great stay!
-Felice and Nicole
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
You will always be wellcomed for a coctail. Maybe on a wedding anniversary.
Mairi & Diamantis
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Andreas L.
12 May 2019
Traumurlaub
Die Gastgeber waren so herzlich und gastfreundlich, wie man es sich nicht besser vorstellen kann. Von der Ankunft bis zum Abschied, kamen wir uns vor wie in der eigenen Familie. Mit Tränen in den Augen sind wir abgefahren. Wir möchten uns uns auf diesem Weg , nochmals bei der Familie Koulentaki bedanken. Viele Grüße von Familie Litzke aus Stolberg mit Hund Gina, die sich auch sehr wohlfühlte.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review
8/10 Good
Alain T.
18 Nov 2018
petite maison avec le charme de l'ancien
séjour très agréable comme à chaque fois que nous venons en Crète, maison fonctionnelle avec son atout: vue sur mer de l'intérieur et de la grande terrasse. propriétaires très gentils, bon accueil, bref: on se sent bien dans ce lieu!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review
8/10 Good
Petra S.
16 Oct 2018
Ein schönes Feriendomizil mit sehr netten Vermietern
Gute Lage im Ferienort Anissaras, Strand in angenehmer Entfernung, sehr aufmerksame und fürsorgliche Vermieter/in.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Paola G.
19 Sept 2018
Vacanza incantevole
Da anni prenoto con Homeaway ma questa è in assoluto la casa migliore. Molto attrezzata in cucina arredata bene posto incantevole fronte mare e soprattutto Mairi e Diamantis due ospiti accoglienti e premurosi. Assolutamente da consigliare.
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure having Paola and Paolo as guests.
Not only kept the house in perfect conditions, but cared the flowers as their own.
Pleasant and discreete, are the ideal guests for any owner to have.
They will always be wellcomed in our house.
Mairi
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Anna J.
24 Aug 2018
quiet, relaxing vacation :)
Villa Ma-Re is a very cosy and calm place for a relaxing vacation. We liked and enjoyed our stay very much! Shops and grocery stores are near by and the beautiful beach is just at the bottom of the little hill and not far away. Mairi and Diamantis are very nice, helpful and welcoming!
We definitely want to come again :)
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Anna and Ilona were ideal guests. They treated the house as their own. They will always be welcomed to our house.
Mairi
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
tony c.
29 Jul 2018
Meglio delle foto!!
Una deliziosa e semplice dependance nella proprietà di Mairi... !! Ci ha accolto con premure inaspettate..
Provvista di tutto quello che serve... siamo stati solo per pochi giorni poiché eravamo di passaggio per giocare a golf..che dista solo pochi chilometri..il campo è bellissimo! Non fa nemmeno così caldo come si penserebbe..nonostante sia piena estate.. è secco e ventilato..
Dalla casa di Mairi poi ..con una passeggiata di 5 minuti si arriva al mare.. scogliera di roccia calcarea..sabbia fine e acqua calda e cristallina.. che volere di più???
Se siete in questa parte di creta venite da Mairi!:):):)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
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Verified review
8/10 Good
eric p.
14 Apr 2018
Good overall impression and hosts really welcoming
We stent a nice week in Crete and the cottage had been a good starting place to visit this island.
The hire is conform to its description.
Mairi and his husband are very welcoming. They even invited us in their family for Easter, a very important feast in Greece !
May be owners could improve their appartement in change for the better the bathroom, but we know that it is a less expensive flat.
We can advise it.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nancy D.
3 Apr 2018
Absolutely lovely with a beautiful view of the sea
The owners live in the larger house on the property; the rental is a smaller house that was just perfect for me. They were gracious and generous hosts and made me feel quite welcome. Though the area is home to numerous hotels, the property was quiet and secluded. Parking for my rental car was provided and I took the opportunity to drive myself around Crete. I definitely recommend this property.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
yannick a.
30 Sept 2017
Great place and great host
The room and its terrace are very nice and very quite. Mary and her husband are good people available fort any questions. We thank them for our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you for choosing our house for your vacation. We are pleased that you enjoyed your staying with us. Wish you the best.
Mairi