On the outskirts of Vamos villas of Apokoronas region, in a totally natural landscape with a view to the mountain range of Lefka Ori and the countryside, Ellotis Villas is open all year round, accommodating visitors of all seasons. Its location is just a 25’drive from the city of Chania and another 25’ drive from Rethymnon city, providing easy access to many sights of both Chania and Rethymnon Prefecture.
The county of Apokoronas is renowned for its lush green landscapes, the rivers, streams and creeks that overflow in the springtime from melting snow and the picturesque, traditional villages nested on the mountain slopes. The area is highly popular to visitors looking to experience Crete’s authentic country living, the local agricultural activities and to try out trekking among the numerous trails of the area.
The county of Apokoronas is renowned for its lush green landscapes, the rivers, streams and creeks that overflow in the springtime from melting snow and the picturesque, traditional villages nested on the mountain slopes. The area is highly popular to visitors looking to experience Crete’s authentic country living, the local agricultural activities and to try out trekking among the numerous trails of the area.
For sea enthusiasts, not far from Ellotis villas, you can find exquisite beaches where you can enjoy swimming and sunbathind. The beaches in Kalives, Almirida, Keras,Kefalas (emprogialos) and Georgioupoli, located further to the east, can be found at a distance of 10’ drive from our villas.
One of the most important archaeological monuments is the Aptera Castle, only 15 minutes away from Ellotis Villas. From here you can enjoy the bird’s-eye views of Souda bay, as well as the rich landscape of the green-clad Kiliaris Valley, stretching to the East. Other sights worth visiting are the Folklore Museum in Gavalochori, the Monastery of Virgin Mary with frescoes dating back to the 13th century and the Monastery of Saint George in the Venetian village of Karidi, the lake of Kournas and of course dozens of picturesque villages with hospitable residents in the neighboring areas.
One of the most important archaeological monuments is the Aptera Castle, only 15 minutes away from Ellotis Villas. From here you can enjoy the bird’s-eye views of Souda bay, as well as the rich landscape of the green-clad Kiliaris Valley, stretching to the East. Other sights worth visiting are the Folklore Museum in Gavalochori, the Monastery of Virgin Mary with frescoes dating back to the 13th century and the Monastery of Saint George in the Venetian village of Karidi, the lake of Kournas and of course dozens of picturesque villages with hospitable residents in the neighboring areas.
Distances
- Chania Airport(CHQ): 34km
- Chania Center: 27 km
- Kalives Beach-Almy Restaurant: 7km
- Soudas Port: 28km
- Rethimno Center: 40km
- Vamos Village: 500m
- Health Center: 2km
- Heraklion Center: 114km