An island blessed with rich flora and fauna, azure waters and beautiful coastal beaches, Crete’s traditions and philoxenia is what attracts visitors to Crete. Cretans’ love of foreign visitors to their island shows itself through friendly service and enthusiasm. Traditions run deep in the life of the locals who are ever so eager to be good hosts. Cretans believe visitors should get a taste of what it is to be Cretan before their departure. Music, dance, mezes and a glass of raki always accompany a loyal friend, guest. Many of the villas and homes featured on this site have been built or renovated using local materials of stone and wood. Most have added private pools to make the lodgings comfortable for accommodation. Each decorated with Greek colours, weavery, hand made knitted cloths and traditional iron metal and wood furnishings. Their owners have enthusiastically created a warm and comfortable setting in which you can unwind and take in the natural beauty of your surroundings.