Abelos House***+ (Roustika/Rethymno)
2 Houses, Car hire is included
The traditional old mountain village of Roustika, 20 km inland from Rethymno, is the relaxing and authentic setting for the restored Abelos House, and along with a monastery, a museum of traditional costumes, and an old church, the village has a few nice Cretan tavernas and kafenions. The area is ideal for mountain-biking and trekking tours through beautiful gorges richly clothed in diverse vegetation. Within close proximity of Roustika there are many places of unique natural beauty to visit such as the ancient town of Lappa, the springs of Argiroupoli and the lake of Kournas. The beautiful south coastal beaches of Plakias, Preveli, Damnoni, Shoinaria and Ammoudi, all approximately 12 Km away, are within easy reach via scenic mountain roads. The traditional stone house dates back to 1810, and has been artfully restored in 2003 to form two independent apartments, which may only be rented together. Each apartment has its own courtyard, as well as sun terraces with unhindered views over the perennial trees, the magnificent mountain chain of Lefka Ori, and to the sea in the distance. There is a shared swimming pool of 50sqm in size, as well as a barbeque. ABELOS I is 65sqm in size and is suitable for 4 people. There is a spacious sitting room with fireplace, arches and wooden ceiling, a dining area and a fully equipped kitchenette with washing machine and dishwasher. Further there are two traditional gallery bedrooms (wooden sleeping lofts with one double bed and two single beds), two bathrooms, one with WC and bathtub with shower attachment, and the other with shower/WC. ABELOS II is 100sqm in size and suitable for up to 6 people. There is a sitting room with fireplace, a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen for breakfast and snacks. Further there are three bedrooms, one on the ground floor, with double bed, the other two (one with a double bed and the other one with twin beds) on the first floor. There are three bathrooms, equipped with shower/WC. Daily cleaning and air conditioning costs are included in the price of Abelos House. Satellite TV, CD-player, hair dryer and telephone are further benefits. Upon request breakfast can be served, and in addition the services of a cook are available, at an extra local charge.