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An authentic stone Cretan windmill

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A stone building with a sloped roof, surrounded by greenery and overlooking a clear blue sea.
A stone building with a windmill structure attached.
An outdoor dining area with a stone wall, wooden table, and chairs.
A stone building with a covered patio, wicker furniture, and a dining table set for four.
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sitia, Crete
  • 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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

An authentic stone Cretan windmill

The 80-sq.m windmill lies in a 12.000-sq.m garden overlooking Sitia Bay.

The fully furnished rental features a reception area with a fireplace, a fully fitted eat-in kitchen, a bedroom with two single beds and a fitted wardrobe, a wooden mezzanine level with a double bed, a cupboard, a bathroom with a shower, and a laundry room. The house is entirely air-conditioned.

The white stone courtyard offers outdoor garden furniture and a round coffee table made from an old millstone from a windmill.

An olive grove, a vineyard, a vegetable garden, and 30-year-old pines surround the house.

The property is 5 kilometres from the town of Sitia and the local airport. The beach is 350 metres away. The local beach is 4 km away, while there are other stunning beaches are a 20 to 40-minute drive away.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Babybett und Hochstuhl auf Anfrage erhältlich
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1084976
Property # 6297791
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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. Moni Toplou and Zakros Palace are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at 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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Sitia, Crete

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

  • ‪Κρέμα Κανέλα - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Bar Center - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Zorba Taverna - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Νοστιμιες - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Elena - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is An authentic stone Cretan windmill pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at An authentic stone Cretan windmill?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at An authentic stone Cretan windmill?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An authentic stone Cretan windmill?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is An authentic stone Cretan windmill located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 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

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really wonderful and unique place to stay in Crete. It was such a lovely feeling to be waking up in an elegant windmill! It is well equipped and comfortable with everything you need for a holiday. The grounds are superb with outdoor space for sitting and eating, and flowers in the extensive gardens. We enjoyed trips to the beach at Vai and Itanos as well as a visit to the monastery at Toplou, and would also recommend the local restaurant in Agio Fotia, Dionysos. The welcome in Crete is outstanding and our visit was everything we hoped it would be.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amelie v.

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

Lovely restored windmill with seaview

We had a fantastic stay at this exceptional place. The Mill offers everything You need for some relaxed days, huge terrace with seaview and even a hammock. Very friendly and helpful hosts! Perfect location to explore the eastern part of Crete.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rolf Y.

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

great stay

Lovely house, actually an old windmill done up very nicely. The garden is great, with a swing and climbing trees for the kids, and fresh lemons right from the orchard! Very nice people, checkin and checkout with no hassle. They even made us some cakes :)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2025
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karin A.

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

A wonderful place

Me and my family had a very pleasant stay. The house, the location as well as property manager are top. 5 stars from us! Thank you so much! We will come again!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline L.

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

Wonderful holydays !

3 months in this beautiful mill were really fantastic ! We enjoyed everything and were spécially happy about the situation, the quality and the originality of the spot. Great period, still fresh and often we were the only strange strangers ! We made a warm fire everyday and had great instructive conversations with Lefteris and Kate. Unforgetable holydays and we recomand absolutely !
Stayed 90 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shailja S.

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

Perfect stay at a perfect property

The Anomemili rental is on a beautiful estate with a view of the ocean. It was comfortable, the hosts were caring and fixed anything that needed fixing right away. I was welcomed by Lefetris and Despina with cookies and they checked in periodically to see I had no problems. The place itself is immaculate with a weekly cleaner. The grounds are a delight. In short, I will probably go back because it was a perfect place.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian K.

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

A Charming Crete Windmill Getaway

Our family recently enjoyed a week at a delightful windmill property near Sitia, and it was an enchanting experience. The windmill seamlessly combined modern comfort with traditional charm, offering a cozy and well-equipped retreat. The host's warm hospitality was a highlight, with fresh garden produce adding an authentic touch to our meals. Surrounded by the beauty of Crete and view to the sea. Our children loved the unique setting, where they could explore and take care of the property's cats. In summary, our week was a magical escape, offering an authentic and memorable family vacation. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2023
Thank you Christian!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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Windmill holiday great experience

A very unusual and quirky place to stay, it has been converted to a comfortable holiday home on a number of levels ( so you need to have full mobility). Our host was very warm and welcoming and we had some very interesting conversations. the beds were very comfortable , the kitchen was well equipped too. It was a peaceful location set in beautiful gardens off the main road but it was very easy to visit the next village of Palekastro for shopping and eating in the tavernas. Not far into Siteia if you want a busier place. The courtyard is a lovely place to sit to take in the atmosphere. We would recommend for couples and small groups. If you enjoy touring and exploring there are some lovely beaches within 20 to 50 minutes drives depending on your choices. If you like quiet and peaceful beaches try Itanos and Xerocampos. A great holiday, will return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol Mignon H.

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

A slice of heaven

Three friends and myself stayed at the Windmill at Anemomili for five nights. We loved the drive up to Sitia that grew more and more wild and beautiful. The windmill is magical. Extremely comfortable and put together with so much care, artistry and love. The hosts were proactive and keen to ensure that we had a good time, giving us a lot of ideas of what to do. We had some beautiful beach days (Vai and Itanos are fabulous), and also visited Toplou monastery and some of the archeological sites. We loved a supper at Retro in Palekastro - great local food at reasonable prices. We also cooked in a lot and the kitchen was easy to use and had everything we needed. There is no shop/mini market in Agria Fotia so you must do your food shopping in Sitia or Palekastro. That side of the coast is quite wild, and swimming in the beaches very close to the windmill is not great unless the day is very calm. But, there are such beautiful beaches not far away that that shouldn't be a concern. Thank you to our hosts - we loved every moment of our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2025
Thank you very much Carol!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir hatten einen fantastischen Urlaub in dieser wunderschönen, authentischen Windmühle auf Kreta. Die Mühle ist mit unglaublich viel Liebe zum Detail gestaltet – jeden Tag haben wir neue, schöne Kleinigkeiten entdeckt. Man merkt sofort, wie viel Herzblut in diesem besonderen Ferienhaus steckt.Für uns vier war die Größe vollkommen ausreichend, und die bequemen Betten haben für einen erholsamen Schlaf gesorgt. Besonders genossen haben wir die traumhaften Sonnenuntergänge, die den Aufenthalt unvergesslich gemacht haben.Die Lage ist ideal für Ausflüge nach Palekastro und zum traumhaften Vai-Strand. Sitia ist mit dem Auto in nur etwa fünf Minuten zu erreichen. Der Strand von Sitia ist wunderschön und bietet alles, was man für einen entspannten Tag am Meer braucht.Die Kommunikation mit Pantelis war von Anfang an hervorragend. Schon vor unserer Anreise haben wir eine detaillierte Wegbeschreibung und alle wichtigen Informationen erhalten. Nach einer Woche wurden sogar die Bettwäsche und Handtücher gewechselt und das Haus gründlich gereinigt – vielen Dank für diesen tollen Service!Ein ganz besonderes Dankeschön geht an Kate, die uns herzlich empfangen hat. Sie war jederzeit erreichbar, wenn wir Fragen hatten oder etwas brauchten, und hat sich wunderbar um uns gekümmert.Liebe Kate, lieber Pantelis, vielen Dank für eure herzliche Gastfreundschaft und dafür, dass ihr unseren Aufenthalt so besonders gemacht habt. Wir haben unseren Urlaub sehr genossen und kommen sehr gerne wieder
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

samuel c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. The property is only 10 minutes from the Sitia harbour and a great launching spot for day trips. The hosts are extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The sunset views are beautiful and the house itself is absolutely adorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schöne restaurierte Mühle in schöner Umgebung.Jederzeit wieder
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben die Ruhe und die Gegebenheiten sehr genossen. Die Mühle war unsere 1. Station auf unserer Kreta-Ostumrundung. Ein guter Ausgangspunkt für Unternehmungen.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Natalie M.

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Prachtig
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bolko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Der Aufenthalt in der Mühle war hervorragend. Alles sehr hochwertig, die Einrichtung harmonisch und alle ringsherum liebevoll. Danke, danke, danke
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monika N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben uns vom ersten Moment an sehr wohl und zuhause gefühlt. Die Unterkunft bietet alles, was man für einen entspannten Urlaub braucht. Die Mühle selbst, wie der umgebende Garten werden durch die Vermieter liebevoll gepflegt. Die Besitzerin Katharina war bei Fragen immer präsent und unterstützte uns in allen Bereichen. Wir haben ihre Gastfreundschaft sehr geschätzt und würden die Mühle jederzeit wieder buchen.
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan, 2026
Vielen dank Monika!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andreas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schöne Unterkunft, überkomplett ausgestattet. Tolle Aussicht aufs Meer. Nahe zu Sitia. Freundliche und Hilfberbereite Zu Stränden muss man fahren, dafür gibt's tolle in der Nähe.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bénédicte G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un tres bon moment passé en famille a Sitia. L’hébergement est en tous points conforme a l’annonce et est un havre de paix où il fait bon séjourner. Tout le confort moderne s’allie au charme de cet ancien moulin. L’accueil est chaleureux et les plages alentours renforcent notre sentiment que ce séjour fut une franche reussite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benoit D.

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superbe

Moulin remarquable, aménagement avec beaucoup de goûtTerrasse très agréable
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

vincent r.

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Très sympa.

Nous avons passés 3 jours au moulin, c'est un endroit idyllique.L'intérieur, plutôt rustique, nous rappelle que nous sommes dans un moulin, mais rien ne manque.- Une piscine serais appréciable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

rosie c.

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

Séjour fantastique dans un lieu exceptionnel

nous avons passé 6 jours reposants dans le moulin. La décoration est soignée, l'endroit très propre et bien aménagé. Le papa du propriétaire habite derrière le moulin et est disponible pour donner beaucoup d'information sur les endroits à visiter , la crète et ses coutumes. C'est un endroit un peu hors du temps, à 10mn en voiture de Sitia . Nous recommandons aux amoureux d'authenticité...
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2024
Merci!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Klaus T.

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

Schönes Ambiente in toller Lage

Sehr geschmackvolles Haus, gut ausgestattet, schöne überdachte Terrasse mit tollem Blick aufs Meer und Sitia. Perfekt um Ausflüge zu machen, 10 min bis Sitia. Sehr netter Gastgeber, sehr gutes WLAN.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2024
Vielen Dank Klaus!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claude M.

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

calme,nature,proche de belles randos et baibnades dans des coins sauvages,accueil merveilleux !

vacances dans un site plein de charme
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov, 2023
Thank you!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alexander M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Erholsame Tage im Oktober

Wir hatten eine schöne, erholsame Woche in der schön renovierten Windmühle. Der Besitzer wohnt direkt hinter der Windmühle und es befinden sich noch 3 weitere geschmackvolle Ferienhäuser auf dem großen, gepflegten Grundstück. Wir haben uns jedoch zu keiner Zeit gestört gefühlt. Der Besitzer ist ein sehr freundlicher Herr, er spricht hervorragend Englisch. In dem großen Garten waren gerade die Granatäpfel reif und wir durften uns jeden Morgen einen zum Frühstück holen, herrlich!!! Die Windmühle ist, wie beschrieben, auf 3 Ebenen, nur Kinderzimmer und Bad haben Türen. Leider war über dem Ehebett kein Moskitonetz und die kleinen Viecher fanden trotz Gitter vor den Fenstern immer wieder den Weg zu uns. Was sehr lästig war!! Auch muss man bei Nacht einen guten Schlaf haben, da die Holztreppe zum Schlafbereich extrem laut knarrt wenn einer zur Toilette geht. Stört selbst im Kinderzimmer. Die Betten selber sind sehr bequem. Der Küchenbereich hatte schon deutliche Abnutzungsspuren an den Schränken und den Gegenständen. Dies hat uns jedoch nicht wirklich gestört da wir in der Regel außer Frühstück nichts weiteres in der Küche zubereiteten. Das Bad ist klein aber sehr schön, vielleicht noch 2 weiter Hacken für die Handtücher wäre toll. Im Außenbereich ist viel Platz und es war zu der Jahreszeit herrlich ruhig so das wir uns gut vorstellen können erneut dort unseren Urlaub zu verbringen, jedoch dann eher in den hübschen kleinen Ferienhäusern auf dem Grundstück.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bardaud I.

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

Un endroit merveilleux !

Magnifique séjour chez Pantelis , formidablement accueillis par Lefteris et son épouse , aux petits soins avec nous , plein de bons conseils pour des balades et des conversations intéressantes , drôles , inoubliables ! Merci pour tout , nous avons passé une excellente semaine , et nous sommes partis tout tristes de quitter ce lieu et ses hôtes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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