Bendeni authentic Cretan Cottage | House in aptera

5.0 (7 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Katochori House | Bendeni authentic Cretan Cottage

2 Bedroom House in Katochori, aptera

An authentic, 400 year-old Cretan house, traditionally restored with much love and care by the owner himself. Rich in history and artifacts, "Bendeni" is a secret hideaway for guests seeking calm and privacy out of the ordinary, yet within easy reach to Chania s historic center, sandy or pebbled beaches, antiquities and attractions.
The property is nestled in the foothills of Aptera, at walking distance from the village center, beside the olive grove and is surrounded by a tall dry-stone wall offering the necessary calm, privacy and relaxation.
The main gate opens to a stepped, paved pathway leading up to the shaded courtyard and the house. Featuring breathtaking views to the White Mountains, the house offers two bedrooms, one bathroom with shower, a living room and a well-equipped kitchen, combining traditional architecture with modern comfort.
Architectural features of the time, such as the wood-burning oven, the built-in clay pots alcove etc, have all been preserved intact while amenities of today s living have been integrated with respect to the history of the house.
The architecture of the building is complemented by old artifacts of everyday life, embroideries and pottery, making your stay a journey through time and history.
The outdoor sitting-area is embraced by the tall, dry-stone wall and pots with local herbs and flowers, while opening up the experience to the peaceful surroundings.

Bendeni authentic Cretan Cottage is located in Katochori. Bendeni authentic Cretan Cottage provides accommodation, featuring TV, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features TV, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Bendeni authentic Cretan Cottage has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Katochori has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Katochori, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Bedding/Linens
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • TV
General
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 915 sq ft (85 sq m)
  • English
  • French
  • Greek
  • Italian
  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:30 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
This property does not allow children.
Event Policy
No parties or events
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
No smoking

property registration number
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extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Reviews

Bob K.
Jul 12, 2023 02:59:08 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This old family house has been lovingly restored by the owner himself, working over 5 summers to re-create the beauty of historic old style craftmanship, and then furnished with a museum's worth of antique tools, photographs, fabrics and furniture. The outdoor spaces look out onto the mountains in this private world about 20 minutes from Chania. Andreas is an awesome host. It feels more like a privilege than anything else to stay at Bendeni Cottage.
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