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Open All Year... Archontiko Arhanes is 4-star traditional apartment building. It is situated in the centre of Arhanes, a traditional town built at the foot of the sacred mount Jiouktas.

Hotel Overview

Archontiko Arhanes has been restored with care and respect to its original architectural elements, thus giving a new meaning to ‘traditional’. The CACG / Central Archaeological Council Of Greece has characterized ‘Arhontiko’ as a Protected Traditional Building. All of ‘Arhontiko’ interiors are fitted with antiques, old embroideries and handmade furniture. The beautiful enclosed yard is decorated with stones that are hand-carved by the very stone-builders that raised the house.Amidst an abundance of flowers and a multitude of colors and scents, the visitors can enjoy their coffee, tsikoudia and many more beverages made from the unique wild herbs gathered from the sacred mountain of Jiouktas or taste a thousand …and one treats prepared with care by the house owners.



History

Archontiko Arhanes was built in 1893, it is a fine example of  19th century inland Cretan architecture. It played an important role throughout the recent history of Arhanes.During the Cretan revolt against the Turkish rule, in 1897, it was used as barracks and headquarters of the Regiment of Select Cretans under the command of Ioannis Dafotis.In early 20th century it accommodated the needs of the community of Arhanes for an elementary school for several years.

Location

Arhontiko is 4-star traditional apartment building. It is situated in the centre of Arhanes, a traditional town built at the foot of the sacred mount Jiouktas. Arhanes is a picturesque small town, built at an altitude of 380 meters [1280 ft] in the middle of a basin. It is run through by Kaeratos stream, dividing into two parts. Arhanes is 14 kilometers away from the city of Heraklion and only 7 kilometers from the Palace of Knossos. The greater area of Arhanes is most significant for its numerous archaeological sites.

Facilities

Lodging Facilities

Accesso Internet
Room Service 24 ore
Giardino
Palazzo Antico
Telephone
Fully Equiped Kitchen
Bagno con Vasca o Doccia
Asciuga capelli
TV Satellitare
Sistema Musica
Cassetta di Sicurezza
Riscaldamento centrale

Rooms

Accesso Internet
Bagno con Vasca o Doccia
Asciuga capelli
TV Satellitare
Sistema Musica
Cucina attrezzata
Cassetta di Sicurezza
Aria Condizionata
Riscaldamento centrale
Telephone

Accommodation Type

Apartment/s
Traditional
Villa/s

Property Class Type

Apartment
Villa
 
 
 
 
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+30 2810 300330
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