Renovated village house in Gavalohori Crete, with wi fi and air-conditioning.

If you are looking for a holiday house to rent in a real Greek village, the Olive Picker's and Wine Press houses are just a couple of minutes walk from the cafes, tavernas and shops of Gavalohori village.
Both houses have been carefully renovated to keep their original Greek flavour, but also feature the comfort and facilities you would expect to find in a modern villa.
Air-conditioning, wireless broadband internet, central heating, weekly cleaning and house linen are included in the price.

The houses are secluded within stone walls & courtyards, both having private parking and gates. The central courtyard is shaded by mature vines - terra cotta pots with flowers, and bougainvilleas, provide shade and colour.
The courtyards and terraces have plenty of chairs, tables and also umbrellas for extra shade. The kitchens are well equipped, the variety of fresh local produce available is outstanding. Dine at home - or take a stroll to the excellent tavernas and cafes in the village.

The safe sandy beach and tavernas of Almirida are 5 minutes drive.
The closest airport is Chania international which has direct charter flights from April until the end of October, several connections daily to and from Athens, as well as Easyjet flights from Gatwick May - October.

Gavalohori is an excellent base from which to explore the Western part of Crete.
The historic Venetian towns of Chania and Rethymnon are 45 minutes away. The White Mountains and Samaria gorge, as well as miles of sandy beaches along the coast, are all within easy reach.

Monica's taverna in the village square (5 minutes walk) is open all day every day,, all year round. The food is excellent and there are tables indoors, and outside in the courtyard, or the terrace over looking the square.
The nearest taverna, Aposperitis (3 minutes walk) is open from May until the end of October from 6.30 pm every day, also Sunday lunch times and holidays.
There are several well stocked shops in the village centre, a bakery and three tavernas.
In the local area
There is a greater selection of shops in Kalives, including butchers shops and bakeries, about 15 minutes drive. There are street markets in Chania and Rethymnon where you can buy the best local produce from the people who grew it. Vans travel around the villages selling fresh produce - you will hear their loudspeakers.
Banks are only open weekdays until 2pm, but there are plenty of ATMs around the area.
The nearest are in Vamos and Almirida.
Nearest beach
The nearest beach is at Almirida, a 5 minute drive from Gavalohori.
Here the sand slopes gently into the bay, making this a suitable bathing location for all ages. There are several cafes and tavernas where you can take a leisurely breakfast, lunch or evening meal.
There are many other sandy beaches and a fresh water lake at Kournas. At any time of the year you can find a deserted stretch of sand within a half hour drive.
How far is it to?
Aposperitis taverna is 300m from the houses. Gavalohori village centre is 400m. Chania town is 40 minutes drive. Rethymnon is 45 mins. Samaria gorge is about an hour and a quarter to the top. Knossos is 2 hours drive. The temples of Phaistos and Agia Triada are about 2 hours drive - on the South coast. Kournas lake, where you can hire pedaloes and kayaks, is 20 minutes drive.

How to get here
Our nearest airport is Chania International, which is 45 minutes drive. Internal flights connect to Athens several times a day all year - direct charters arrive between March and October. Heraklion airport is about 2 hours drive along the North coast highway, a nice scenic drive in the daytime. A hire car is recommended, we can arrange for a hire car or a taxi to meet you at either airport.