Property
the grounds
Rose of Crete is a sanctuary of serenity, a two-acre compound nestled in the beautiful countryside, surrounded by olive groves with breathtaking views to the sea below and the mountains above.
You enter the property by passing a long driveway surrounded by olive trees on both sides, each tree carefully tended to in order to produce the finest extra virgin olive oil each winter.
At the base of the driveway, you will find a small chapel that my dad proudly built to honor his mother and father. It was a collaboration of all his siblings- from the painting of the icons to the finishing touch of hanging the bell atop the chapel.
Alongside the chapel, there is a traditional wood-burning oven (fourno in Greek) that is heated with olive wood from the pruned trees. Today this oven is used more for special occasions with slow roasts than for the traditional baking of bread. The flavor of the food is like no other! A special dinner using this oven can be arranged upon request.
As you explore the surrounding landscape, you will find approximately 17 different fruit trees planted around the property, much to Yiannis’ pride.
our fruit trees
apricots, avocado, quince, olives, lemons, oranges, mandarins, grapefruit, apples, peaches, lotus, pomegranate, figs, walnuts, loquat, cherry trees, grapefruit
herbs
mint, rosemary, bay leaves, oregano, lavender, faskomelo sage, aloe, throubi summer savory, dill maratha
the pool
Shared kidney-shaped pool (30’x13’)
Shaded terrace
Lounge chairs
Hammock
Outdoor dining area and barbeque
The inviting pool is centrally located with a surrounding terrace that provides stunning views of the sea, mountains and olive groves. Soak up the Mediterranean sun on the loungers dotting the terrace, or head to the shaded area next to the pool where you can enjoy a refreshing drink or read a book. Just next to the swimming pool there is an outdoor shower for your convenience. Relax on the hammock tucked in the corner of the terrace and let the cicadas lull you to sleep, or explore the extensive grounds beneath the pool and find a peaceful shaded bench to enjoy the views of the sea or countryside. Once the sun starts to set, there is no better place to watch the magnificent sunset while the swallows swoop down over the pool at sunset.
Pool towels are provided.
