Lassea beach
Beach description
Chrysostomos, a quaint seaside hamlet, is situated 75km to the south of Heraklion and 3km to the east of Kali Limenes. This small community features a few local taverns, a mini market, and available lodging. It takes its name from the decaying church of Saint John Chrysostomos located on the eastern side of the settlement. Chrysostomos is established on the ancient city of Lassea’s site, which Saint Paul visited during his time on Crete. Lassea served as a port for the Roman city Gortys, the then capital of Crete and Libya in the Roman era, and was rich in copper resources.
Lassea’s beach, in front of the village, is a picturesque spot featuring coarse sand and shelter from westerly winds. It’s not commercialized, but is conveniently close to the village. On the beach’s western edge, a rocky outcrop extends towards the small islet of Trafos, marking the ancient port of Lassea’s old pier. These rocks have been there since the 1960s, when they were used to construct the Oil Tanks of Kali Limenes. The ancient town of Lasea’s remnants are still visible on the beach and the islet. The beach extends beyond Trafos to the west, forming a separate beach known as Segrezo Ryaki that faces westward. This beach is proximate to a Roman cemetery and is secluded, ideal for nudists, but has more rocks than the main beach. At the westernmost point, there’s a freshwater spring.
To get here from Kali Limenes, take the paved road that begins 1km east of Kali Limenes and head east towards Platia Peramata. After about 2km, you will encounter the village of Chrysostomos on your right.
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The water colour of the Lassea beach is blue.
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The Lassea beach has sand and fine pebbles.
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The water depth at the Lassea beach is normal.
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The sea surface at the Lassea beach is usually calm.
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The Lassea beach usually has a normal crowd level.
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The Lassea beach has accommodation options, food and water nearby, and umbrellas/beds.
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The Lassea beach can be accessed via a paved road.
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The Lassea beach is ideal for snorkeling/spearfishing and has tree shade.
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The apartment has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
Kokkines Plakes Beach is 1.8 km from the apartment, while Phaistos is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 72 km from Beach View.
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The apartment offers a continental or American breakfast. At Villa Koutsakis you will find a restaurant serving Greek cuisine.
The accommodation provides a laundry service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying.
There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go fishing and hiking nearby.
Karavovrisi Beach is 1.3 km from Villa Koutsakis, while Kokkines Plakes Beach is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 72 km from the apartment.
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Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at the guest house also have free WiFi.
Guests at Notia Gi can enjoy a continental breakfast.
The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 76 km from the accommodation.
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The apartment with a terrace and sea views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment.
The apartment offers a barbecue. If you would like to discover the area, canoeing is possible in the surroundings.
Makria Ammos Beach is 700 metres from Seaside Apartment-Dimitra, while Phaistos is 19 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 71 km from the accommodation.
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Set in Kali Limenes, 70 metres from Kaloi Limenes Beach and 300 metres from Psili Ammos Beach, Seaside Apartment-George offers free bikes and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi.
The apartment with a terrace and sea views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.
The apartment offers a barbecue. If you would like to discover the area, diving, fishing and canoeing are possible in the surroundings.
Makria Ammos Beach is 700 metres from Seaside Apartment-George, while Phaistos is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 71 km from the accommodation.
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Offering a terrace or balcony with views of the sea and mountain, the units feature air conditioning, a seating area, cable TV and kitchen. An oven, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
A car rental service is available at the apartment.
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