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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Sivas, Kreta
  • Palace of Phaistos
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Beach of Matala
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Komos Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Holidays in a traditional stone house - experience original Crete

MHTE 1039K123K2731201
The spacious apartment with 70sqm over two levels is tastefully furnished and fully equipped to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Ideal for 4 people. Two bedrooms, one with a double bed, the other with two single beds and a bathroom are located in the upper area. On the ground floor you will find a spacious kitchen-living area, a fully equipped kitchen with hot plates and oven, refrigerator, sufficient dishes, pots and cutlery, a coffee machine and a kettle. The apartment is equipped with air conditioning and fans, on the windows with mosquito nets. The large courtyard with its stone walls, the wall niches, the citrus trees, an old wood oven for baking bread and the flowers and herbs invites you to linger and the pleasant atmosphere is reminiscent of the simplicity of village life. The apartment has a terrace in the courtyard and another with a wonderful view of the Messara plain, the Asterusia and Ida mountains. Seating is available.
Horiatiko Spiti is quietly located in a side street, at the same time you are only 100m away on the beautifully designed village square with taverns, mini market and other shops.
We are open all year round and the so-called winter months also offer a pleasant climate and lots of exciting things to discover.
For example our olive harvest which starts in January we produce our own organic olive oil.
MHTE 1039K123K2731201

Property manager

Maria Kassoti

Languages

English, Greek

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 00001425733

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sivas

Located in Faistos, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Museum of Cretan Ethnology and Museum of Messara are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Phaistos and Palace of Phaistos. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby.
Map
Sivas, Kreta

What's nearby

  • Phaistos - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Palace of Phaistos - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Beach of Matala - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Komos Beach - 15 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Matala Caves - 20 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King's Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪365 ALL DAY Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zafiria Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boho - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Paradise - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holidays in a traditional stone house - experience original Crete pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Holidays in a traditional stone house - experience original Crete?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Holidays in a traditional stone house - experience original Crete?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holidays in a traditional stone house - experience original Crete located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Phaistos and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Komos Beach. Palace of Phaistos and Central Court are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johanna R.

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

perfect for a summer holiday

My stay this year in the wonderful and cosy holiday accommodation of Maria & Michalis was already the second and certainly not the last! I spent a week in Crete with friends and you really couldn't ask for a better base for a holiday in the quiet and relaxed south of Crete. The two-storey flat we rented had great facilities and you can make yourself comfortable on two terraces and enjoy the sunrises and sunsets. The beautiful village of Sivas, where the accommodation is located, offers everything you need within walking distance, from a small supermarket and pharmacy to numerous tavernas. What's more, the two hosts are really super friendly, help you at any time and give you great tips for excursions in the neighbourhood. We would love to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eike S.

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

Perfect week

well equipped traditional apartment, central but quiet in Sivas, nice terrace with beautiful views, but most noteworthy our lovely and kind hosts Maria and Michael
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne S.

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

Comfortable flat in a wonderful landscape

It was a wonderful stay. The holiday flat was cosy and stylish and equipped with everything you need. We wanted for nothing and we were able to go on many beautiful excursions and hikes from the town of Sivas. Maria and Michaelis as hosts are very attentive and took care of everything. It was very hard for us to say goodbye and we would love to come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Malerisches Apartment mit liebevollen Gastgebern

Kleiner Ort mit vielen netten Tavernen in unmittelbarer Umgebung. Sehr fürsorgliche Gastgeber, die uns nicht nur mit wertvollen Ausflugtipps, sondern auch mit frischem Obst, Olivenöl und Raki aus eigener Produktion versorgten.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna R.

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

beautiful holiday in crete

Maria and Michalis gave us a warm welcome to the apartment on arrival! The house was cosy and well-equipped. We were there as a group of friends and found the house very suitable for the three of us! There was a nice outdoor area and a terrace that invites you to relax. The village in which the house is located has everything you need for your daily needs - including a minimarket, a pharmacy and some nice tavernas! It is not far to the beautiful Komos Beach and Sivas is also perfect as a starting point for day trips to remote beaches and great gorges in the area. Maria and Michaelis were great hosts! We felt very comfortable overall and will gladly come back again!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renate Z.

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

our journey to kreta, sivas, 28.,6-11.07.23

Our stay in Sivas,Crete was fantastic. We were warmly welcomed by our hosts. During our entire stay, it was so friendly and informal that we could ask questions or receive tips at any time. The accommodation is excellent, clean, equipped with everything you need and suitable for starting many excursions. Highly recommended!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanja S.

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

Urlaub in Sivas

Tolle Unterkunft. Viel Platz für 4 Personen. Ruhig gelegen. Die Gastgeber waren super nett und sehr hilfreich.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oliver W.

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

Ruhe und Entspannung fern ab des Touristentrubels

Liebevoll gepflegte Immobilie mit sehr reizenden Vermietern, die jederzeit ansprechbar sind und einen mit Kleinigkeiten verwöhnen.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrin M.

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

Schöne Ferienwohnng, mit herzlichen Vermietern

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Die Vermieter haben uns herzlich empfangen und uns mit guten Ratschlägen und Tips versorgt. Es war rundherum ein wunderschöner Urlaub und wir können die Ferienwohnung auf jeden Fall weiter empfehlen.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Ein wundervoller Urlaub in familiärer Atmosphäre

Maria und Michalis, unsere Vermieter, wohnen in der Anlage, waren jederzeit erreichbar und waren fürsorglich für uns da. Die Anlage ist super gepflegt, der Gartenbereich eine Augenweide. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig und in geh weite sind Einkaufmöglichkeiten für den täglichen Bedarf, sowie gute Tavernen. Sivas liegt verkehrsgünstig für Ausflüge zum Wandern in die Berge oder an einen Strand. Wir haben uns rundherum wohlgefüllt in den zwei Wochen. Nicht umsonst sind in den wenigen anderen Wohneinheiten der Anlage überwiegend Stammgäste aus Deutschland, die gerne immer wieder kommen.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthias M., 41844 Wegberg, NRW

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

Traumhafter Urlaub im Süden Kretas

Wir dürften 16 wundervolle Tage in Sivas, einem kleinen Ort im Süden Kretas, verbringen. Unsere Gastgeber waren ungemein freundlich, hilfsbereit und zuvorkommend. Das Ferienhaus liegt im Zentrum von Sivas in einer ruhigen Seitenstrasse und hat einen sehr gepflegten Innenhof den wir nutzen konnten. Im Erdgeschoss befindet sich die Küche, ein Essplatz und zwei Sofas sowie ein Fernseher, den wir jedoch nicht genutzt haben und ein WC. Über eine Treppe erreicht man das Obergeschoss. Hier finden sich zwei Einzelbetten und ein Ausgang zum Balkon. Dieser Bereich hat einen großen Deckenventilator. Angrenzend ist ein kleines Bad mit Dusche und ein weiteres vollwertiges Schlafzimmer mit Doppelbett. Hier gibt es zusätzlich zu einem Deckenventilator auch eine Klimaanlage sowie einen weiteren Ausgang zum Balkon. In nur 2 min. ist man am Dorfplatz der einige gute Restaurants, wir waren bei Sofia, zu bieten hat. Auch gibt es einen Minimarkt und eine Metzgerei sowie einen Keramikshop der viele schöne Stücke anbietet. Mit dem Leihwagen ist die Umgebung leicht zu erkunden. Matala als Touristenort am Meer ist schön, der Strand Komos ist für Schwimmer sehr zu empfehlen. Auch der Foodtruck der dort steht ist Klasse. Faistos als antike Ausgrabungsstätte ist nicht weit, und in Mires gibt es alles was man braucht. Die gesamte Anlage umfasst das von uns gemietete Ferienhaus sowie vier weitere Studios. Ich dürfte Sie in Augenschein nehmen und würde auch diese Unterkünfte mit Nachdruck weiterempfehlen.

10/10 Excellent

françoise L.

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

Excellente location

Très bon séjour et excellents accueil, conseils et hospitalité de la part de Maria et Michail. La location est parfaitement conforme aux photos. Un grand merci aux si sympathiques hôtes pour ce séjour
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Très bien !

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour à Sivas en août 2018 dans une location très agréable , bien équipée , située idéalement dans un village typiquement crétois de la Messara . Bon accueil et conseil de Maria et Michalis qui connaissent parfaitement la Crète . Une bonne adresse donc ...
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

karen n.

Glorious, authentic Cretan experience!

I have traveled to Crete for many years now, and out of all the places i have stayed Horiatiko Spiti is by far the best. Here you can enjoy a secluded and comfortable location only a one minute walk from the lovely town square of Sivas. The facilities are top notch with a cozy interior design, and the colorful and lush garden is a wonderful place to relax in the sun or enjoy a cold glass of Retzina in evening. However, the number one perk of this guest house is interacting with the lovely couple who run the place. Maria and Michalis will provide you with all the service you need, and they are an absolute joy to spend time with. Both natives of Crete, they will provide you with all the information and knowledge you need for getting the most out of your holiday. If you wish to experience Crete in a comfortable, traditional fashion, Horiatiko Spiti is the place for you!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elisabet K., Bergen, Norwegen

I will always come back to Horiatiko Spiti

"I have traveled in Creta for many years and stayed in many nice places, but Horiatiko Spiti in the beautiful village Sivas is by far my most favorite place. I have come back here every year for the last 10years. The hosts Maria and Michalis greets every guest with warm friendliness that makes you feel welcome and at home. To wake up to the sounds of the village and step out in their beautiful garden in the morning is for me the best way to start my days in Crete. The studios and apartment are very comfortable and very clean - you can enjoy the garden with orange trees, herbs and beautiful flowers. All studios have private sitting area. Sivas is in a perfect area to enjoy several beautiful beaches,hiking in the mountains and explore breathtaking gorges. I always stay in the large apartment with my family it also have its own private terrace with a beautiful view of the mountains and village. I will always come back to Horiatico Spiti Elisabet Norway
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heike S.

Erholung pur

Mein 6. Aufenthalt bei Maria & Michaelis - und keineswegs der letzte. Egal welches der angenehm schlicht und komfortablen Studios/Appartments man bucht: die Gastfreundschaft in Horiatiko Spiti ist und bleibt so freundlich wie professionell, so herzlich wie wohltuend. Ort, Lage, Ausstattung, Umgebung - top.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ulrike h.

Eine herrliche Zeit

Als absolute Kretafans darf seit mehreren Jahren ein Aufenthalt bei Maria und Michalis auf keinen Fall fehlen! Auch in diesem Jahr verbrachten wir in diesem wunderschönen, sehr geräumigen, bestens ausgestatteten Appartment eine herrliche Zeit! Schon beim Frühstück im wundervoll begrünten Innenhof wünscht man sich die Uhr würde etwas langsamer ticken. Unübertroffen ist die herzliche , unaufdringliche Gastfreundschaft von Maria und Michalis , die sich liebevoll um ihre Gäste kümmern ! Wir werden auf jeden Fall wieder kommen😊.

About the host

Hosted by Maria Kassoti

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Languages:

English, Greek