Avdou Villas Ecotourism Facility
Advou Village
Heraklion, 70005
Nightly Rates: ( 197.98 - 247.02 )
3 Star
Property Description
4 STAR HOTEL APARTMENTSSet in an organic farm in the ever-green valley of Lagada, Avdou villas is the place to rest, heal and, maybe, change.The hotel is situated in a 2.2-hectare organic farming estate at the south end of Avdou village, right at the foot of the Lassithi plateau mountain range and 30 km from Heraklion Airport.Olive trees, oranges, tangerines, apricot trees, kiwis and a vegetable garden grow in abundance all over the estate. Avdou Villas is abundant with serene spots for resting and relaxation. The more active guests can enjoy paragliding, horse riding, trekking, cave exploration and much much more in the surrounding Avdou area. An eco-tourism facility, Avdou villas, offer an alternative way of getting away from it all. Avdou village lies deep in the middle of the Lagada valley, right at the foot of the Lassithi plateau mountain range, 39 km from the city of Heraklion, with about 600 inhabitants. The earliest recorded reference to Avdou is in 1381, in a Venetian state document stating the area as a benefice belonging to Michel Quirino. Excavations in the area unearthed a building with mosaics, probably part of an extensive complex of an early-Christian basilica. The village is dotted with frescoed Byzantine churches. Near the Avdou settlement there are two caves, Faneromeni and Haghia Fotini, where archaeologists found artefacts dating back to the Neolithic period, in Minoan Crete when they were probably used as worship grounds.Avdou probably took its name from the prophet Havdeu whose church existed in nearby Kontaria.Activities in Avdou Area: Golf, Paragliding, Horse riding, Trekking, Cave exploration, Mountain bike.
Amenities
· Bar/Lounge· Free Parking
· Hairdryers Available
· No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
· Pets Allowed
· Pets Allowed
· Pool
· Restaurant
· Safe Deposit Box
· Laundry/Valet Services
Room Information
One Bedroom ApartmentOne Bedroom Apartment with air condition, balcony with garden view, Satellite TV, Radio or Music TV Channel, Mini Fridge, Oven Grill & Hotplates, Fireplace, Safety Deposit Boxes, Cooker-hood, Kettle
Studio
Studio with air condition, balcony with view t garden. Satellite TV , Radio or Music TV Channel , Mini Fridge , Oven and Grill and Hotplates and Fireplace. Safety Deposit Boxes , Cooker-hood, Kettle, Percolator and Iron Board and Iron
Two Bedroom House
With two bedrooms and air condition, balcony with view t garden. Satellite TV , Radio or Music TV Channel , Mini Fridge , Oven and Grill and Hotplates and Fireplace. Safety Deposit Boxes , Cooker-hood, Kettle, Percolator and Iron Board and Iron
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Miscellaneous Information
· Euro is the native currency.
· Check in time is 1200
· Check out time is 1200
· Time Zone is EET
· Opened in 2001
· Renovated in 2003
· 8 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 1 floors.
Directions
When you go out from the airport follow the national road direction to Agios Nikolaos. Go straight for about 20km. Turn right in the exit to Kastelli. Follow the road to Lassithi plateau and after 8 km you will arrive in Avdou Village. At the middle of the village turn right there is a sign and 200m in your left side you will see the Villa.
When you go out from the port turn left in the traffic lights. After 500m turn right and go straight. After 300m turn right direction Agios Nikolaos in the national road. Go straight for about 20km. Turn right in the exit to Kastelli. Follow the road to Lassithi plateau and after 8 km you will arrive in Avdou Village. At the middle of the village turn right there is a sign and 200m in your left side you will see the Villa.
Avdou Villas is situated in Avdou Village only a 15-minute drive off the Northern coast, 30 km from the Heraklion airport and 32 km from the port.The hotel is situated in a 2.2-hectare organic farming estate at the south end of Avdou village. Olive trees, oranges, tangerines, apricot trees, kiwis and a vegetable garden grow all over the estate.
HER 30 km E / CHQ 180 km SE
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Cancellation Policy
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Restaurant Information
DiningRestaurant onsite serves traditional Greek food. Complimentary breakfast
Recreation Information
RecreationGolf / Outdoor Pool / Tour Desk / Free Sunchairs /Free Umbrellas /Free Towels /Fitness / ANIMATION TEAM ACTIVITIES / Cretan Cooking Lessons / Hands-on Training om Organic cultivation of trees and vegetables
Area Attractions
AreaSet in an organic farm in the ever-green valley of Lagada, Avdou villas is the place to rest, heal and, maybe, change.The hotel is situated in a 2.2-hectare organic farming estate at the south end of Avdou village, right at the foot of the Lassithi plateau mountain range and 30 km from Heraklion Airport.Olive trees, oranges, tangerines, apricot trees, kiwis and a vegetable garden grow in abundance all over the estate. Avdou Villas is abundant with serene spots for resting and relaxation. The more active guests can enjoy paragliding, horse riding, trekking, cave exploration and much much more in the surrounding Avdou area. An eco-tourism facility, Avdou villas, offer an alternative way of getting away from it all.Avdou village lies deep in the middle of the "Lagada" valley, right at the foot of the Lassithi plateau mountain range, 39 km from the city of Heraklion, with about 600 inhabitants. The earliest recorded reference to "Avdou" is in 1381, in a Venetian state document stating the area as a benefice belonging to Michel Quirino. Excavations in the area unearthed a building with mosaics, probably part of an extensive complex of an early-Christian basilica. The village is dotted with frescoed Byzantine churches. Near the Avdou settlement there are two caves, Faneromeni and Haghia Fotini, where archaeologists found artefacts dating back to the Neolithic period, in Minoan Crete when they were probably used as worship grounds.Avdou probably took its name from the prophet Havdeu whose church existed in nearby Kontaria.Activities in Avdou Area: Golf, Paragliding, Horse riding, Trekking, Cave exploration, Mountain bike.