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Published: 11 December 2016

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Margarita is located in Mavrikiano, overlooking the bay and seaside village of Elounda. It can accommodate up to 6 persons (3 couples). On entering, the courtyard there is a small fully equipped kitchen on the left and a bathroom on the right .

The ground floor consists of a sitting room with a stone fireplace, dining room and up a few steps to the first of the three bedrooms containing a double bed.

From here, the stone steps lead to the first floor master bedroom with twin beds, up another flight of steps to the third bedroom with twin beds and a door leading to the veranda/terrace with a summer kitchen and dining area. Spectacular views of Elounda and Elounda Bay from the terrace.

All the furniture is old and handcrafted.

Location: The beach is located 10 minutes walk away and about the same for the village of
Elounda, about 1 kilometre.

House facilities:

• House size: 100 m²
• Beds: 2 single beds, 2 double beds.
• Balcony,
• TV,
• Radio,
• Air Conditioning,
• Seating Area,
• Bath,
• Toilet,
• Minibar,
• Refrigerator,
• Kitchen

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Efterpi is part of an old Church demolished by the Turks at the end of the 15th century, has been rebuilt using only stone and wood. Reverence and respect of the old structure has been exercised with the help of the local people and their stories.

Furniture and fittings are copies of original pieces presently exhibited in the Historical Museum of Crete in Heraklion.

The entrance to the Home leads to a small courtyard with an open sitting area and a complete summer kitchen. The door to the left leads into the main room with sitting area and two single beds. On the right is a fireplace, a single bed and the kitchen.

At the back is a full sized bathroom with Jacuzzi. The wooden stairs to the right lead to the attic/loft area bedroom with double bed.

The House can accommodate 5 adults in the two rooms.

Location: The beach is located 10 minutes walk away and about the same for the village of
Elounda, about 1 kilometre.

House facilities:

• House size: 75 m²
• Beds: 2 single beds, 1 large double bed.
• Balcony,
• Sea view,
• TV,
• Radio,
• Air Conditioning,
• Seating Area,
• Sofa,
• Bath,
• Toilet,
• Bathroom,
• Minibar,
• Kitchenette,
• Refrigerator,
• Kitchenware,
• Stovetop

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The history of the house 'EFTERPI'

The Venetian occupation of the island ended in the 14th century when Ibraim Pasha, acting as Supreme General of the Ottoman Empire, took possession. For 400 consecutive years, Crete suffered the Turkish suppressive occupation. Contrary to the Venetian occupying forces, who promoted free language and religion, the Turks prohibited both. For the entire period of Turkish occupation Language was taught in 'Secret Schools' and Religious rites were observed in small obscure Churches scattered in the mountains. When these Houses were under construction, a fascinating discovery was made.

An iron Christian Cross wrapped in a cloth was found within a wall as well as a number of Icons. These Icons are now, prominently displayed on the same wall in the Houses of EFTERPI and DIMITRA. Legends handed down through the generations have told us that on this site was a prominent Church dedicated to PROPHITIS ELIAS (the Prophet Eli), which had been constructed long before the Venetian period. It is probable that the Church being on the top of a hill overlooking Elounda/Elous, had served the Religious needs of the inhabitants of the region. The Church was burnt down and destroyed, by the Turks, at the beginning of the 15th century and was never reconstructed. A new, but smaller Church dedicated to PROPHITIS ELIAS, built in 1950, can be found just 50 metres away.

No engravings of the original Church have been found. The site came into the possession of the Mavrikakis family, who were the first to settle in the area, which in turn led to the village being named Mavrikiano. Descendants of the original family sold this property to ANEMOS LTD in 1999, who undertook the reconstruction with reverence to its history and the environment.

Dear Guest,
You are indeed living in a Church and we trust that this will
be an unforgettable experience!

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Argiro is a traditional stone house, built in 1905. Rebuilt in 1930 and again when it was bought by the well-known architect Theodosopulos in 1965, who restored it as it is seen today. Stone steps from the street lead into the small stone courtyard with lots of flowers. On the right is an entrance to the small bathroom. On entering, the House is the small kitchen and the dining area is up a few steps containing a stone fireplace and a loft area over the kitchen with a large bed. The living room has a stone fireplace and sofas that convert into beds. From here the stone staircase leads to the terrace with summer kitchen and the master bedroom with a double bed. Wonderful views of the Gulf of Mirabello and Elounda from the covered terrace.

The House can accommodate 4 adults (couples) and 2 children.

All the furniture are old and handcrafted.

Location: The beach is located 10 minutes walk away and about the same for the village of
Elounda, about 1 kilometre.

House facilities:

• House size: 75 m²
• Beds: 2 single beds, 1 large double bed.
• Balcony,
• Sea view,
• TV,
• Radio,
• Air Conditioning,
• Seating Area,
• Sofa,
• Bath,
• Toilet,
• Bathroom,
• Minibar,
• Kitchenette,
• Refrigerator,
• Kitchenware,
• Stovetop

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Published: 11 December 2016

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Kalliopi is part of an old Church demolished by the Turks at the end of the 15th century, has been rebuilt using only stone and wood. Reverence and respect of the old structure has been exercised, with the help of the local people and their stories.

Furniture and fittings are copies of original pieces presently exhibited in the Historical Museum of Crete in Heraklion.

The entrance to the Home leads to a wooden veranda and the front door. On entering Kalliopi to the right is the main room with the sitting area to the left containing two single beds. On a lower level is the fireplace, a single bed and the indoor kitchen.

Towards the back of the home is a full sized bathroom with Jacuzzi. The wooden stairs lead to the attic/loft area with a large double bed.

The House can accommodate four adults on two separate rooms.

Air-conditioning available if required.

Location: The beach is located 10 minutes walk away and about the same for the village of Elounda, about 1 kilometre.

House facilities:

• House size: 75 m²
• Beds: 2 single beds, 1 large double bed.
• Balcony,
• Patio,
• TV,
• Radio,
• Air Conditioning,
• Seating Area,
• Bath,
• Toilet,
• Bathroom,
• Minibar,
• Kitchenette,
• Refrigerator,
• Kitchenware,
• Stovetop,
• Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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The history of the house 'KALLIOPI'

The Venetian occupation of the island ended in the 14th century when Ibraim Pasha, acting as Supreme General of the Ottoman Empire, took possession. For 400 consecutive years, Crete suffered the Turkish suppressive occupation. Contrary to the Venetian occupying forces, who promoted free language and religion, the Turks prohibited both. For the entire period of Turkish occupation Language was taught in 'Secret Schools' and Religious rites were observed in small obscure Churches scattered in the mountains. When these Houses were under construction, a fascinating discovery was made.

An iron Christian Cross wrapped in a cloth was found within a wall as well as a number of Icons. These Icons are now, prominently displayed on the same wall in the Houses of EFTERPI and DIMITRA. Legends handed down through the generations have told us that on this site was a prominent Church dedicated to PROPHITIS ELIAS (the Prophet Eli), which had been constructed long before the Venetian period. It is probable that the Church being on the top of a hill overlooking Elounda/Elous, had served the Religious needs of the inhabitants of the region. The Church was burnt down and destroyed, by the Turks, at the beginning of the 15th century and was never reconstructed. A new, but smaller Church dedicated to PROPHITIS ELIAS, built in 1950, can be found just 50 metres away.

No engravings of the original Church have been found. The site came into the possession of the Mavrikakis family, who were the first to settle in the area, which in turn led to the village being named Mavrikiano. Descendants of the original family sold this property to ANEMOS LTD in 1999, who undertook the reconstruction with reverence to its history and the environment.

Dear Guest,
You are indeed living in a Church and we trust that this will
be an unforgettable experience!

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