Welcome to Aegli Villa, an elegant and peaceful retreat surrounded by centuries-old olive trees in the charming village of Gournes Temenous, just 12 km from the vibrant center of Heraklion. Designed to offer comfort, privacy, and authentic Cretan hospitality, this villa is the perfect getaway for families and groups of up to 8 guests.
The space
Spanning 210 square meters, the villa features five comfortable bedrooms and two fully equipped bathrooms. Every space has been thoughtfully designed to combine functionality with style, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that truly feels like a home away from home.
Start your mornings with a cup of coffee on the veranda while enjoying beautiful views of the sea and the lush garden. The private swimming pool invites you to relax and cool off throughout the day, while the fully equipped BBQ area is perfect for preparing delicious meals and enjoying unforgettable evenings under the Cretan sky.
Aegli Villa is ideally located to offer both tranquility and convenience. Within a short distance, you will find supermarkets, a pharmacy, and a bus stop, while the nearest beach is only 10 km away. The city of Heraklion, known for its museums, archaeological sites, restaurants, and lively nightlife, is just 12 km from the property.
At Aegli Villa, you are not simply booking a place to stay you are choosing a lifestyle experience. It is the ideal destination for relaxing family holidays, friendly gatherings, or travelers who wish to discover the authentic beauty of Crete while enjoying comfort and privacy.
Aegli Villa is waiting to welcome you and help you create unforgettable memories.
Guest access
Reaching the property is easy and convenient from both the Port of Heraklion and Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis, which are located approximately 10–15 minutes away by car. From the airport or the port, follow the direction toward the center of Heraklion, and then continue inland following signs toward the Temenous area and the surrounding villages.
The accommodation is located near the village of Gournes Temenous, in a peaceful setting surrounded by olive groves and the natural beauty of the Cretan countryside. For easy navigation, you can enter the exact coordinates 35.283886, 25.092566 into your GPS device or navigation app, which will guide you directly to the property
Other things to note
In the heart of the fertile Cretan land, just a few minutes from the city of Heraklion, lies the peaceful village of Gournes Temenos. A place where authentic Cretan life continues to flow at a natural pace, amidst centuries-old olive trees, vineyards and low hills that hug the landscape.
Its privileged location offers the perfect balance between the tranquility of the countryside and easy access to the most important points of the area. At a distance of approximately 12 kilometers lies the vibrant center of Heraklion, a city with deep historical roots, Venetian walls and a picturesque harbor full of life. There, visitors can explore the world-famous Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, which hosts unique treasures of the Minoan civilization, as well as the imposing Palace of Knossos, one of the most important archaeological sites in the Mediterranean.
The sea is never far away. Within a short distance, beautiful beaches with crystal clear waters and golden sands stretch out. The popular Ammoudara Beach offers long sandy shores and organized facilities, while a little further east, the cosmopolitan Hersonissos combines beautiful beaches, water sports and a vibrant nightlife.
Access to the area is particularly easy, as Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis and the port of Heraklion are within a short distance, connecting Crete with the rest of Greece and Europe.
Gournes Temenos are an authentic part of the Cretan soul. Here the visitor can enjoy the tranquility of nature, the warmth of local hospitality and the feeling of being in a place where history, nature and everyday life coexist harmoniously.
Registration Details
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