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Situated at the base of Louloudaki mountain, near the village of Kato Metohi in the Lassithi Plateau, the Vidiani Monastery is easily accessible as it lies just beside the plateau’s peripheral road.
Dedicated to Zoodochos Pigi (Life-Giving Spring), the monastery has been transformed from its previously abandoned state. The monk cells and other buildings within the complex have been restored, and it now functions as a male monastery. During the summer, flowers bloom throughout the grounds, and a small fountain in the courtyard, surrounded by towering cypress trees, symbolizes the spring of Life. Visitors can also enjoy a small café nestled under the shade of the trees. In partnership with the University of Crete, the monastery houses a modest natural history museum.
Constructed in the 19th century, both the monastery and the church are relatively new, likely built upon the ruins of an earlier monastery. The stone-built church features intricate masonry, stone-carved windows, and an exquisitely carved temple.
The area was once under the control of the Vidon family (hence the name Vidiani), who were descendants of a Venetian family that had been granted a portion of the plateau as a fief.
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Find below the list of hotels near Vidiani Monastery in Lassithi Plateau:
Set 42 km from Lake Voulismeni and 42 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, Dictamus Homes in Magoulás offers air-conditioned accommodation with views of the mountain and free WiFi.
Each unit is fitted with a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a fireplace, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower. A stovetop and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a coffee machine.
Guests at the aparthotel can enjoy a continental breakfast.
Dictamus Homes offers a picnic area.
Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Acqua Plus Waterpark is 30 km from the accommodation, while The Crete Golf Club is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 50 km from Dictamus Homes.
Located in Avdou, 24 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and 39 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Kagiampakis Concept Residences I provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With quiet street views, this accommodation offers a patio.
The apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.
Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Venetian Walls is 40 km from the apartment, while The Palace of Knossos is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 32 km from Kagiampakis Concept Residences I.
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€151
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Boasting garden views, Apartments Gonies – Artemis features accommodation with a balcony and a kettle, around 25 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available.
The apartment has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with mountain views.
Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 40 km from the apartment, while Venetian Walls is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 33 km from Apartments Gonies – Artemis.
Featuring lake views, Apartments Gonies – Afroditi provides accommodation with a balcony and a kettle, around 25 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available.
The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with mountain views.
A a baby safety gate is also available at the apartment, while guests can also relax in the garden.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 40 km from Apartments Gonies – Afroditi, while Venetian Walls is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 33 km from the accommodation.
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€53
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Located in the mountainous Marmaketo Village, within 1.5 km to Tzermiado, Maison Kronio offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant. This self-catering accommodation features free WiFi.
The apartments at Maison Kronio include a living room with a flat-screen TV and a fireplace. They also have air conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen. Each private bathroom is stocked with a shower and hairdryer.
At Maison Kronio you will find free bikes. Other facilities like a shared lounge, an ironing service and laundry facilities are offered. Activities in the surrounding area include cycling and hiking. Taverns and shops can be found within close proximity.
Heraklion International Airport is located 55 km from the property. The property offers free parking.
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€65
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Offering inner courtyard views, tiny house EFROSSINI is an accommodation located in Krásion, 32 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and 39 km from Lake Voulismeni. It features a terrace, garden views and free WiFithroughout the property.
The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 46 km from the holiday home, while Venetian Walls is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 40 km from tiny house EFROSSINI.
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€45
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