These cottages, situated the eastern slopes of mountain Psiloritis at a height of 800 metres, are located 25 kilometres west of Heraklion City and only 4 kilometres from the historic village of Kroussonas. Aetovigla Guesthouse disposes 6 detached and fully furnished cottages built according to the local architecture and with respect to the natural surroundings. All units are complete with living room, dining room, kitchen and bathroom. Each unit has central heating, fireplace and big verandas with unobstructed views. Aetovigla Guesthouse has an outdoor swimming pool, a café and a traditional tavern where guests can taste local specialities prepared with natural Cretan products. The area offers great activity opportunities such as trekking along a path parallel to the gorge of Agia Irini, or visiting the Minoan city of Zominthos in Psiloritis and the historic village of Anogia 10 kilometres from the hotel. Kroussonas is built on the eastern slopes of Psiloritis, the highest mountain in Crete, at 460 metres above sea-level.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
7.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anthony
    Australia Australia
    The property is set high on the hills overlooking Heraklion and the wine valleys .. the view is stunning .. the villa we stayed in was very comfortable and blended in well with the environment.. my husband and I used the pool both days and could...
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property and its location are truly outstanding, particularly for those wanting a detox from their busy day-to-day life. Whether it was watching the sunrise over the panoramic landscape to the east, or watching 20 Griffon Vultures circling for...
  • Särkkä
    Finland Finland
    Excellent views, wonderful service and a beautiful swimming pool. Eleni’s food is delicious!
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Αετόβιγλα
    • Cuisine
      Greek • Mediterranean
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Dairy-free

Facilities of Aetovigla Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Chapel/shrine
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
  • Seasonal
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Plunge pool
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Transport
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • Greek
  • English

House rules
Aetovigla Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardDiners ClubDiscoverUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Aetovigla Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: 1039Κ91002915401

FAQs about Aetovigla Guesthouse

  • Aetovigla Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Cooking class
    • Swimming Pool

  • Yes, Aetovigla Guesthouse is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Aetovigla Guesthouse is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Aetovigla Guesthouse is 0.8 miles from the centre of Krousón. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Aetovigla Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • Aetovigla Guesthouse has 1 restaurant:

    • Αετόβιγλα

  • The prices at Aetovigla Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.