Charming house in a small, traditional village located below the "Palace of Phaistos". We one bedroom for 3 persons, a large balcony and a very nice outside space with a sitting area and garden. Perfect for a couple and small families, who are looking for a quiet place, but at the same time being close to the wonderful beaches, archaeological places, and the mountain area. The White House of Festos is an old village house that was renovated in 2019. It has combined the style of a traditional house with modern standards to make your stay comfortable. The radiant white of the house spreads a fresh mood, the outdoor area is open and offers in the back of nice sitting area before you continue into the large garden. Here you can relax on loungers in the shade. The house leads from the spacious living room stairs up to the first floor, where there is an open bedroom with 2 beds (140cm & 90cm). Here is a large closet, a desk, very good air conditioning and also a beautiful balcony with awning and comfortable seating. The view leads into the garden, which offers privacy as well as the whole property and the balcony. You can see the surrounding villages Kouses and Petrokefali to

We are happy to welcome you here in Agios Ioannis and we can help or advise you with any kind of activities in the area

Agios Ioannis, on the sunny south coast of Crete, lends itself for excursions to both the east and the west side of the island. Buses run between the surrounding towns, villages and tourist features. The whole area is unique as far as culture and scenery are concerned and offers countless recreational activities ranging from relaxing on fantastic beaches, hiking on trails to the surrounding little villages to exploring ancient excavation sites and cloisters. There are plenty of discos and bars in Kalamaki and Matala to satisfy the needs of the night birds! Kalamaki, with its beautiful sandy beaches and promenade with several little tavernas, is about 5 Km away. About 8 Km away there is the glorious long stretch of Komos beach. Another 4 Km further along the coast are the caves of Matala. In the neighbouring village of Kamilari (2 Km away) there is a supermarket with a butcher’s shop. The village of Agios Ioannis, is built next to Phaistos Palace, the second biggest center of the Minoan civilization in Crete, after Knossos. The houses of the community are built on the ruins of the ancient city.