Rural Residence “ANNA” is an authentic, restored stone Cretan rural house built around 1850, a typical sample of 18th century rural folklore Cretan "kamarospito" (“arch house”) with a private yard and a view of the hills, valleys, vineyards and gardens. It is located in the oldest neighborhood of the traditional village Sitanos (distance from Sitia 19 Km – 620 m altitude) in eastern Crete, right in the heart of the “Natural Park of Sitia” and it can accommodate up to 4 people. Rural Residence “ANNA” is built entirely with local stone which the original owners used centuries ago. A stone arch divides the ground plan into four autonomous areas on the side, without disrupting the unity of the space. The areas are adjusted to the contemporary needs of accommodation preserving their original form and they include two sleeping areas with ● two double beds ● a fully equipped kitchen (oven, ceramic cooker, fridge, coffee maker, toaster, etc) ● a dining area and ● a living room area with the authentic fireplace (which was used for heating and cooking).

Rural Residence “ANNA” is built entirely with local stone which the original owners used centuries ago. A stone arch divides the ground plan into four autonomous areas on the side, without disrupting the unity of the space. The areas are adjusted to the contemporary needs of accommodation preserving their original form and they include two sleeping areas with ● two double beds ● a fully equipped kitchen (oven, ceramic cooker, fridge, coffee maker, toaster, etc) ● a dining area and ● a living room area with the authentic fireplace (which was used for heating and cooking). A very special feature of the house is the stone “grape press” which was preserved in its original form and is used as a second sleeping area. There is also a spacious bathroom (about 23 square meters) which is by the house with a separate entrance (not accessible from the inside of the house), equipped with all modern facilities like a shower, an independent toilet area, handmade basin furniture, a washing machine and wardrobe. There is also a private yard with the necessary furniture, a desk, an ironing board, Internet Wi-Fi, etc. The stone walls keep the house cool in the summer, so air conditioning is not necessary. Staying in Rural Residence “ANNA” allows the visitor to find peace and quiet in the semi-mountainous landscape of the countryside with a lot of marked hiking trails and to be just 25 to 30 minutes car-ride away from the fantastic beaches of Northern, Eastern and Southern province of Sitia (Kato Zakros, Xerokampos, Makry Gialos, Kouremenos, Chiona, Vai, etc). We provide for free towels and sheets. About 70 meters from the house there is a private parking area where guests park their cars. The guests also have access to the communal open space “SELENA TERRACE” which has a dining space, wood oven and BBQ. *** WHY HERE: *** ● Unique Cretan Product ● Local Cretan Life ● Safe Location ● Washing Machine ● Great Price ● Feels like home away from home

The village is built on the slope of two hills and the orientation of the old neighborhood is such that offers impressive views from all the residences and is located in the heart of Sitia Natural Park which recently joined the UNESCO Geopark network enabling the visitor to enjoy its tranquility Semi-mountainous landscape of the hinterland with many marked hiking trails. Only 25 to 30 minutes drive and you reach the beautiful beaches north, east and south of Sitia province (Kato Zakros, Xerokambos, Kouremenos, Chiona, Vai). •Distance from Sitia town, center of night life and shopping: 21 km, approximately 35 minutes drive. •Distance from Sitia Airport : 26 km, approximately 40 minutes drive. •Distance from Heraklion Airport: 145 km, approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes drive. •Vai beach (visit the only palmforest in Europe with its clean waters and beautiful beach): 35 km, approximately 40 minutes drive. •Kato Zakros beach (the beautiful beach on the edge of the settlement is formed within a large protected bay): 22 km, approximately 30 minutes drive. •Xerokampos beach (these stunning unspoilt beaches on the east coast provide the chance to swim in incredibly clear turquoise water