Homespun and unfussy, this stone villa is the ideal place for relaxing with your loved ones – that is, when you’re not stretched out on the shores of Istron Bay (less than a ten-minute stroll from your doorstep).

Cook up traditional Cretan cuisine in the farmhouse-style kitchen, then serve at the outdoor dining table on the flagstone terrace. While away the hours in the pool or from the comfort of a lounger – the south-facing position of the abode means you get sunshine all day long.

The quiet bedrooms demand cat naps in the afternoon but if you’re itching to explore, the nearby hotel has a variety of amenities to keep the whole family busy. Practice your drop shot on the tennis courts as the little ones let off some steam in the children’s club. Retreat to your pad in the evening for a glass of wine alfresco as the sky turns pink.

Home truths:
*Barbecues are available upon request
*A cleaning service and pool maintenance service will visit the villa a couple of times per week
*Books and DVDs are free to borrow at the reception
*Private parking is available on the premises
*Guests can take advantage of the amenities at the nearby hotel, including various restaurants, a tennis court and a children’s club
*Sitia Airport is 59 kilometres from the villa