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Charming Cretan House, Bougainvillea

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A waterfront scene with boats docked, a promenade, and buildings in the background.
A cozy room with a wooden chair, a dining table, and a white sofa.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table.
A kitchen with a double sink, white cabinets, a red accent wall, and a window with a view of greenery.
An outdoor patio with a table set for dining, surrounded by white chairs, under a pergola with pink flowers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location

    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.

  • Walkable and wonderful

    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Agia Fotia
  • Place, Petras Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sitia Archaeological Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Folklore Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sitia (JSH)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Charming Cretan House, Bougainvillea

Tastefully decorated Cretan house located in a 12000 m² garden. It is fully furnished and composed of a living/dining room, a fully fitted kitchen, a bedroom with double bed and cupboard, a bedroom with 2 single beds and a bathroom with shower. The house is air-conditioned. It benefits from 2 terraces, 1 South and 1 North-exposed. The house is surrounded by an olive grove, a vineyard, a vegetable garden and 30-year old palm trees. The property is located 5 km from the town of Sitia and the local airport and 350 m from the sea. The local beach is 4 km while other wonderful beaches are located 20-40 minutes by car.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1084976
Property # 2197539a
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sitia

Located in Sitia, this holiday home is by the sea. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Folklore Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vai Palm Grove and Petras Beach. Scuba diving, windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby.
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Agia Fotia

What's nearby

  • Petras Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Sitia Archaeological Museum - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Folklore Museum - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Richtis Gorge - 19 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Toplou Monastery - 20 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Sitia (JSH) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Καλάμια - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mitsakakis - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Κρέμα Κανέλα - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Bar Center - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sitia Beach Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cretan House, Bougainvillea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Charming Cretan House, Bougainvillea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cretan House, Bougainvillea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cretan House, Bougainvillea?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming Cretan House, Bougainvillea located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Petras Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sitia Archaeological Museum and Folklore Museum. Toplou Monastery and Chiona Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La residenza è come descritta dalle immagini, bella, arredata con gusto, il parco ha delle piante meravigliose, la distanza dalla spiaggia delle palme è di circa 20 minuti in macchina, mentre per la sera Sitia è una città molto accogliente con delle belle taverne per mangiare
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Titel

Alles vorhanden, was nötig ist und noch mehr.Gemütlich eingerichtet, volle Ausstattung, zum Wohlfühlen. Alle elektrischen Geräte funktionsfähig. Alle Beleuchtungen ok. Fliegengitter vor allen Fenstern.Zwei Terassen, Carport. Nahe der Hauptstraße und doch ganz ruhig. Sitia schnell erreichbar. Klasse Restaurant fußläufig erreichber.Zwei Treppenstufen zwischen Wohnbereich und Küche/Wohnbereich gewöhnungsbedürftig. Kein vernünftiger Strand im Umkreis.Sehr empfehlenswert.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2025
Thank you Josef!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un sejour confortable dans un bel environnement

Maison tres agreable en bord de mer, au calme,dans un petit ensemble tres fleuri, accueil tres sympathique
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Schöne FeWo in ländlicher Idylle

Eine sehr schöne FeWo, die mit viel Liebe und Geschmack eingerichtet ist und der Ausstattung fehlt es wirklich an nichts. Die zwei Terrassen kann man je nach Wetter wählen, es ist beidseitig schön ruhig und begrünt. Einziges Manko ist die etwas irreführende Formulierung, der Strand sei 350 m vom Haus entfernt. Das Meer ist 350 m entfernt, aber es ist kein Strand; zum Baden sind wir immer ein paar Kilometer gefahren. Aber ansonsten haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt, auch die Gegend ist schön ruhig und (noch) nicht zugebaut oder überlaufen. B & C aus Deutschland
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2020
Vielen Dank Bettina!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

séjour de rêve

très belle propriété ,un cadre magnifique pour se reposer ,propriétaire très sympathique et très discret mais attentif au bien être de ces hôtes, rien ne nous a manqué A recommander sans crainte pour découvrir la partie Est de la Crête , qui est sauvage mais avec des plages paradisiaques et des paysages a couper le souffle . Jean Pierre , Danielle
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

aangenaam huis

verzorgd, voldoende materiaal mooie kamers aangename terrassen vriendelijke huisbaas heerlijk rustig
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful house, wonderful people

We had a lovely week! Thank you very much for the warm and friendly welcome, for the delicious cake and the tasty fruits. We enjoyed our time very much. The house is wonderful. Big recommendation! PS: We love the olive oil! Thank you also for that :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Thank you very much Petra!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wunderschöne Tage in einem gemütlichen Haus mit einem tollen Gastgeber

Das Haus liegt sehr schön in einem großen Garten umgeben von Palmen, mit alten Oliven-, Limetten-, Feigen- und Granatapfelbäumen. Die Terrasse ist mit einer alten Bourgaviläe eingewachsen. Dem Stil und Aufbau des Hauses merkt man an, das es von einer Frau entworfen wurde. Es ist gemütlich und praktisch zugleich. Außerdem glänzt es mit einer sehr schönen Einrichtung. Wir haben uns dort sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Vielen dank Jurgen!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Traumhaft

Das Haus entspricht genau der Beschreibung, was Ausstattung und Lage betrifft. Die Vermieter ( Vater und Sohn) sind sehr nett, immer ansprechbar und erreichbar. Sie gaben uns wertvolle Tips, was Ausflüge, Restaurants und Badestrände betraf. Der Orangenkuchen zur Begrüssung schmeckte einfach köstlich. Immer wieder gern.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ein Traum umgeben von Blüten

Wunderschön und ruhig gelegen. Wir haben uns in das Haus, die Umgebung und die netten Besitzer verliebt. Jeden Tag ein tolles Pläuschchen mit den guten Seelen des Häuschen gehabt. Fazit, wir kommen nächstes Jahr wieder!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sehr gute Unterkunft mit sehr gutem englischsprachige Verwalterehepaar

Charmantes Haus und guter Service.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Avoid this "house" at all costs

The house was so deceiving from its description that we chose to leave it to find a hotel and lose our deposit. It was dirty, the floors, table and all kitchen surfaces were sticky. On the table an old half eaten dried up cake welcomed us!! The shower was not high enough to stand up in and its tiles had not been cleaned in years. There was no standing room in the tiny bathroom/toilet. The 2 tiny bedrooms had only space for the bed/beds with no space to put down a suitcase, or anywhere else in the tiny place. There was only AC in the tiny living room and cats were running around from outside inside. If you are allergic to cats it is a nighttmare. The carpet in the living room was old and full of cat hairs. The house is advertised as being juxtaposed with another house. Truth is that there is also a 3rd house permanently rented touching this one. So this house is stuck between them. All this again on a tiny scale. Very claustrophobic. Lastly, it is about 5 km from the town of Sitia with absolutely nothing around it. This is a first time in the many years that i rented via Home Away that i had a negative experience, particularly at this level.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
I am surprised that after 10 years in the holiday business we receive a 1 start review because we have never received less than 4 stars. We fully understand and respect that guests wait all year to spend their well earned vacations without negative surprises. We want all our guests to come back year after year and leave only with the best memories. And that is exactly what we have been achieving all these years. We are proud of our houses. We try to offer a very high level of service and so I will answer to your unjustifiably negative comment and lies in detail. 1) Cleanliness: The house was spotlessly CLEAN! The kitchen, bathroom, living room, bedrooms. The bed sheets are washed with high quality detergent and fabric softener in our own washing machine. We do not use a hotel laundry service. All these years we take great care with house preparation. ALL our guests have praised us for the high level of cleanliness. None has ever complained! So your comment is a straight lie! 2) Cake: We treat all our guests with a freshly baked homemade WHOLE cake. Most guests find it delicious and ask for the recipe. (again a straight lie!) 3) House size: The description specifies that this is a 70sqm house. This is a spacious apartment for 4 people! All ceilings are normal height for Greece. What you define as claustrophobic was perfectly normal for all our past guests! Since you were way above average in height I can understand that you may have felt a bit crammed but that would be the case in most houses in Greece! You could have warned me about your height and I would have recommended you a hotel with very high ceilings and king size bed. 4) AC: There are 2 powerful ACs. 1 in the main bedroom and 1 in the living room. They are more than enough to keep the whole house cool during hot days. Again a straight lie from you. 5) Cats: We never let the cats enter the houses. You may have forgotten to close a door. Cats are normal in Greece's countryside and villages, except in resorts where the whole environment is sterilised. 6) Carpets: All our houses have handmade, antique, persian carpets. But there were no cat hair (again a straight lie) 7) Distance and location: The description says that the house is 4km out of Sitia in a quiet area. This is what we offer: peaceful environment, beautiful garden, safe for children. This is countryside and of course there are no shops within walking distance. Sincerely, Pantelis
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place in an excellent location for exploring the wonderful eastern beaches

The property is charming, and in good condition. The hosts are also absolutely charming and really helpful, so if you need any information or advice it is readily available. we wanted one or two extra bits for the kitchen and they appeared almost immediately- can't ask for more. I would certainly stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Thank you very much Mark! It was a pleasure to have you as guests. As I told you I am also a cooking fan so I am always glad when guests enjoy our fresh vegetables and all other quality ingredients that the region has to offer!
Archival

8/10 Good

Un endroit charmant dans une région preservee

Nous avons eu un accueil très chaleureux. Le gîte est charmant et très bien situé. Nous y avons passé un séjour très agréable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Un lieu reposant

Nous avons passé 10 jours très reposants dans cette petite maison décorée avec gôut et très bien équipée, située dans la partie encore sauvage de la Crete. Lefteris et sa famille nous ont accueilli chaleureusement : gâteau fait maison et huile d'olive maison et nous ont conseillé tout au long du séjour en nous offrant figues et raisin du jardin. Nous reviendronsavec plaisir : le petit déjeuner bercé par les cigales et avec vue sur la mer permet de bien commencer la journée. Très belles plages à 10/15 minutes en voiture. Merci beaucoup Lefteris pour votre accueil. Thanks a lot for all !
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Merci beaucoup! My father enjoyed having you as guests! I am glad you liked the appartment and what the area has to offer. We hope to see you again in the future.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ruhiger Ort zum Erholen

Wir haben uns in dem Haus sehr wohl gefühlt, sind zu Hause angekommen. Bei unserer Ankunft stand ein lecker Orangenkuchen für uns bereit und das Olivenöl ist super, das wir über unseren kompletten Aufenthalt zur Verfügung gestellt bekommen haben. Die Beschreibung und Bilder entsprechen dem vor Ort, die Wohnung ist sauber und mit allem ausgestattet was man benötig. Der "Gardener" ist immer hilfsbereit, wir haben gerne mit Ihm Gespräche über Gott und die Welt geführt. Gerne kommen wir wieder an diesen Ort zurück.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Vielen Dank Nicole und Jens!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rundum ein Erlebnis

Wir haben ein Ferienhaus erlebt, das alle Anforderungen erfüllte. Dazu ein überaus freundlicher Vermieter, der uns mit einem Orangenkuchen begrüßte und alle Wünsche (es waren nur kleine) umgehend erfüllte. Eine beeindruckende Landschaft verbunden mit gutem Wetter vervollständigten unsere rundum tolle Urlaubszeit.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Danke Friedrich! Es war mit ein Vergnügen Sie kennen zu lernen!
Archival

8/10 Good

une très belle maison bien équipée dans un grand terrain

Nous avons apprécié le bon état et la qualité du logement, très bien équipé. 2 très belles terrasses donnant sur un grand jardin dans lequel les enfants peuvent jouer , le propriétaire est sympathique et résidant à coté très disponible. Les très belles plages de l'est sont rapidement accessibles en voiture et la région est encore sauvage , pas encore enlaidie par de vilaines constructions, la ville de Sitia n' a rien d' exceptionnelle , mais elle est facilement accessible, et on y trouve de tout.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful stay

Es ist ein sehr entspannter und wunderschöner Ort. Ein toller Garten, gemütliches Haus und sehr nette Vermieter. Ein authentischer Platz auf Kreta.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Vielen Dank Katharina!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nice place Nice Owner!

Well located, warm welcome. It made us feel at home. Thank you to the Owner, Julien and Claudelle
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Thank you Julien! We hope to see you again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sehr empfehlenswert!

Wir haben Anfang Juni zwei wunderbare Wochen im Haus Oleander verbracht. Die Wohnung ist gut gepflegt und im englischen Landhausstil gemütlich sowie qualitativ hochwertig eingerichtet. Das Haus Oleander ist das Mittlere in einer Reihe von drei. Obwohl, die beiden andern Häuser direkt angebaut sind, bleibt die Privatsphäre gewahrt. Die Häuser liegen inmitten eines grossen gepflegten Gartens mit Palmen, Blumen, Kräutern und Weinreben. In diesem Garten konnte sich unsere fünfjährige Tochter frei und gefahrlos bewegen. Es gibt sogar einen kleinen Spielplatz für Kinder. Von den Gastgebern wurden wir mit einem Orangencake – die Spezialität von Kate – und einer Flasche Wein empfangen. In der Küche stand ein Kännchen mit Lefteris’ eigenem Olivenöl zum Brauchen. Auch bei den Kräutern im Garten durften wir uns zum Kochen bedienen. Besonders genossen haben wir die spontanen Gespräche über die Welt und das Leben mit Lefteris, der ein ebenso kompetenter wie interessanter Gesprächspartner ist.Von Agia Fotia aus lassen sich mit dem Auto verschiedene Tagesausflüge machen. In einer halben Stunde Fahrdistanz liegen verschiedene Strände. Einige davon sind traumhafte Sandstrände, die sich auf für kleine Kinder bestens eignen. Wir fühlten uns von Anfang an sehr wohl und willkommen. Vielen Dank für alles! Gerne werden wir wieder kommen.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Danke Luzius! My father also enjoyed the long discussions with you! We certainly hope to see you again in Crete!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful secluded location

Clean, well-equipped and comfortable house set in beautiful secluded grounds with immaculate gardens, palms and grape vines. Helpful and welcoming hosts. 10 minutes drive from Sitia, with shops, supermarkets and large weekly market. In Sitia, try 'Sitia Beach' for good food (not just pizza) and 'Mitsakakis' for galactoboureko and loukoumades. Clean sandy town beach in Sitia. Sheltered (pebble) beaches on north coast below Faneromenis monastery for swimming and snorkelling. Easy driving distance for excellent gorge walks at Riktis (shady, wooded, with waterfall and swimming hole), Zakros (excellent tavernas in Kato Zakros), Koklakies (swimming from deserted beach at foot of gorge).

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