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Located near Rogdia, the Savatiana or Savvathiana Monastery is nestled in a picturesque, well-protected wooded area at an altitude of 440m and 20km west of Heraklion city. The monastery is one of several that operated during the Venetian period in this region, which was later brutally destroyed by the Turks.
The Savvathiana Monastery was constructed on a naturally fortified position, possibly to shield the monks from persistent pirate attacks before the Venetian period. During the Venetian Occupation of Crete, it was likely the most robust monastery in the area, even more so than the renowned Agia Pelagia Monastery on the north side of Agia Pelagia beach, which later became a dependency of Savatiana.
A stunning path, enveloped in lush vegetation, leads to the monastery entrance. Just 200m from the monastery, you can visit the cavernous St. Anthony church, which may have once functioned as an independent monastery. The church features a newer aisle devoted to Saint Savvas and is accessible via a picturesque trail with a very old stone bridge. The main temple of Savatiano, dedicated to the Nativity of the Virgin Mary and the Forty Martyrs, is relatively new. The monastery has undergone renovations in recent years while maintaining its original style. Within the complex, visitors can also see the monastery cemetery, ossuary, a former mill, the visitors’ dining room, the old guest room, the nuns’ cells, and the old water tower.
Currently operating as a nunnery, the monastery houses the ancient “Great are You, Lord” icon painted by Ioannis Kornaros, and a copy of which is still preserved in Toplou Monastery. The icon was thought to be lost until 1991 when the Archaeological Authorities cleaned a pitch-black icon to reveal the old painting.
Among the monastery’s abbots was Maximos Marnounios, a renowned scholar of the Venetian Era. Additionally, the tombs of two significant rebels against the Turks, Evmenios Vourexakis and Iraklis Kokkinidis, can be found in Savatiana.
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Situated in Rodia and only 19 km from Venetian Walls, Villa Rodea features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property was built in 1985 and features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.
The villa with a terrace and sea views has 4 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub.
Guests can enjoy the infinity pool and garden at the villa.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 20 km from Villa Rodea, while The Palace of Knossos is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 22 km from the accommodation.
Plethora Luxury Suites offers wellness packages and free private parking, and is within 17 km of Venetian Walls and 18 km of Heraklion Archaeological Museum.
Featuring free WiFi, the units have a safety deposit box, a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. A dishwasher, an oven and microwave are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
A continental, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
At the apartment guests are welcome to take advantage of beauty services, a fitness room and a steam room.
Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Plethora Luxury Suites.
The Palace of Knossos is 21 km from the accommodation, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 33 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 21 km from Plethora Luxury Suites, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€345
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Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a terrace, Cozy apartment in Rodia village is set in Rodia. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.
With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment offers a satellite flat-screen TV and a kitchen with a fridge and stovetop. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.
Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Venetian Walls is 17 km from the apartment, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 21 km from Cozy apartment in Rodia village, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Located in Rodia, Rodia apartment with pool, jacuzzi & endless view provides accommodation with a private pool, a balcony and sea views. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.
This air-conditioned apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a cable flat-screen TV, and a kitchenette with an oven and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment.
At the apartment guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Venetian Walls is 17 km from Rodia apartment with pool, jacuzzi & endless view, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 21 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Located in Rodia and only 2.9 km from Palaiokastro Beach, Vista Mare Villa by Estia provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This villa features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.
The villa is equipped with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and garden at the villa.
Venetian Walls is 16 km from Vista Mare Villa by Estia, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 20 km from the accommodation.
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€319
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Offering garden views, Tranquil chic retreat is an accommodation situated in Heraklio Town, 17 km from Venetian Walls and 18 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum. It has a garden, mountain views and free WiFithroughout the property.
The villa features 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with sea views.
The villa offers a sun terrace.
The Palace of Knossos is 21 km from Tranquil chic retreat, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 20 km from the accommodation.
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