Lake Zaros or Votomos

  • 4.4

    Place description

    The artificial lake of Zaros or Votomos is located on the southern slopes of Psiloritis, 45km southwest of Heraklion.
     
    It is a lovely place to visit for a picnic or to eat at one of the cafés right on the water, especially good to cool off during summer heat.
     
    Until 1987, there was just a small wetland formed by the cavity of the Votomos spring on the site of the lake.
     
    It acquired its current form in 1987, when the Forest Service revived the area and created an artificial lake where the waters of the spring are retained.

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      • 9 / 10
      • Zaros

      Situated at the foothills of Mount Psiloritis, just a few metres from Zaros village, Idi Hotel is a family-run hotel offering comfortable accommodation. Surrounded by a garden, it includes a pool, a restaurant and a cocktail bar. Free WiFi is provided throughout.

      Opening to a balcony, all air-conditioned rooms of Idi are spacious. Free toiletries are included.

      The swimming pool features a sun terrace with grassed and paved areas. Idi also offers tennis court facilities.

      A buffet-style breakfast is included in the room rate, while refreshing drinks and beverages are served at the tree-lined courtyard café. At Idi Restaurant, guests can taste traditional local dishes and fresh fish from the family’s own fish-farm.

      Hotel Idi offers free private, on-site parking.

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      €69

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        • 680 m
        • 9.8 / 10
        • Οδός Αγίου Γεωργίου

        Situated in Zarós, 42 km from Venetian Walls and 43 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Froso’s Home features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio.

        The apartment has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.

        The apartment can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area.

        Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

        The Palace of Knossos is 45 km from Froso’s Home, while Phaistos is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 45 km from the accommodation.

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        €65

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          • 1.2 km
          • 9 / 10
          • Τσικριτσή

          Featuring garden views, Papa-Antonis Stone House offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 42 km from Venetian Walls. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

          The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.

          Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 43 km from the holiday home, while The Palace of Knossos is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 45 km from Papa-Antonis Stone House.

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          €54

          /night

            • 1.5 km
            • 8.6 / 10
            • Τσικριτσή , 1ος όροφος

            Situated in Zarós, 42 km from Venetian Walls and 43 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Orange apartment offers a garden and air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

            The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views.

            A car rental service is available at the apartment, while hiking can be enjoyed nearby.

            The Palace of Knossos is 46 km from Orange apartment, while Phaistos is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 45 km from the accommodation.

              • 1.6 km
              • 9.5 / 10
              • Unnamed Street, Kato Zaros

              Kato Zaros Apartments features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Zarós, 43 km from Venetian Walls, 44 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 47 km from The Palace of Knossos. Free WiFi is offeredthroughout the property.

              The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer, while the kitchen has an oven, a toaster and a stovetop. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain views.

              Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 14 km from the apartment, while Phaistos is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 46 km from Kato Zaros Apartments.

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              €49

              /night

                • 2.3 km
                • 9.7 / 10
                • Παναγία

                Featuring lake views, PALIAMA BY THE RIVER offers accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 41 km from Venetian Walls. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

                The holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.

                The holiday home offers a barbecue. A outdoor play equipment is also available at PALIAMA BY THE RIVER, while guests can also relax in the garden.

                Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 42 km from the accommodation, while The Palace of Knossos is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 44 km from PALIAMA BY THE RIVER.

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                €72

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                  • 3.8 km

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