Set high on the hillside, this brand-new 2026 home looks out over the Pentelis valley to the Lasithi mountains beyond — a view most houses here simply don't have. Inside, everything is new and built for an easy, unhurried stay. The space: Open-plan living area and fully equipped kitchen, with a corner sofa that converts into a comfortable double bed. One bedroom with a double-size bed and a wardrobe Modern bathroom with walk-in shower, plus a washing machine — useful on longer stays. A large private veranda with a retractable mobile shading system: the best seat in the house, from early coffee to the last of the light. Air conditioning throughout, free parking on the road, and self check-in whenever you arrive. Comfortable for two, and easily sleeps four with the sofa bed.

Location & Driving Distances: Sitia town and the nearest beach – 15 minutes · Ierapetra – 30 minutes · Richtis Gorge – 25 minutes · Vai Palm Forest – 45 minutes · Zakros – 50 minutes · Heraklion International Airport – 3 hours · Sitia Public Airport – 20 minutes. A car is recommended to explore the area and enjoy the region's attractions. The village was originally known as **Tourtouloi**, a name that is still affectionately used by the locals today. With a population of around 60 residents—both long-time locals and newcomers—it is a vibrant, welcoming village where agriculture and livestock farming remain the main way of life. The people of the village are known for their warm Cretan hospitality and are always delighted to welcome visitors. Every guest adds to the lively atmosphere that makes the village so special. Tourtouloi also has a rich history. It was once home to a **Mycenaean villa**, highlighting the area's ancient heritage. Later, during the electrification of the Lassithi region, it became the site of the area's first hydroelectric power station. The flowing waters of the Penteli River and the village's traditional water channel, known as the **"Flega,"** made it the ideal location for this pioneering project. Each year, on the Saturday closest to the feast day of **Saint Paraskevi (26 July)**, the village hosts one of the best-known traditional festivals in the Sitia area, attracting visitors from across the region for an evening of Cretan music, dancing, food, and celebration. Another cherished local tradition is the **Bread Festival**, organized by the villagers to preserve the area's cultural heritage. Guests can enjoy generous servings of traditional Cretan rusks (*paximadi*), local raki, and live music in a warm and authentic festive atmosphere.