Title: Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6276434&destination=Minoa+Pediada%2C+Crete%2C+Greece&selected=76506595&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway ## Photo gallery for Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway ![Beach - Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway (Smari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76506600/76506595/e8004ef9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, offices - Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway (Smari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76506600/76506595/w1198h794x2y0-ed7223d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway (Smari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76506600/76506595/75c05c59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, offices - Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway (Smari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76506600/76506595/ca7ac270.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi - Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway (Smari)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76506600/76506595/w1199h798x0y0-95d7c64d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to Smari Village House in the heart of Crete, near natural sites like The Fairy cave of Astrakon and Karteros Canyon. Enjoy a fully equipped house with free WiFi, outdoor furniture, and an exterior mini-bar where you can unwind in the picturesque village of Smari. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5818 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Fireplace - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway Summary: A fully equipped property in the heart of Crete, near many natural sites, such as The Fairy cave of Astrakon, Karteros Canyon and Skotinos cave, will offer you and amazing stay during your holidays! Explore the multiple sites of the area and the all too many sandy beaches of the island, that are located near the property! An ideal starting point to explore the island of Crete! Free Wifi and parking are available on site! The Space: A fully equipped house in the pittoresque village of Smari will offer you an unforgettable stay in the island of Crete! The property features two levels that are connected with an internal staircase. On the ground level there is a cozy living room area with a double sofa and two cozy armchairs where you can relax enjoying the decoration notes of the interior! The kitchen area is fully equipped so you can prepare your meals with electrical kitchen, oven, fridge and a dishwasher! There is also a spacious interior dinning area along with outdoor furniture in the balcony-garden of the property where you can enjoy your meals or taste your drink from the exterior mini-bar! There is a bedroom on the ground floor with 2 single beds and an en suite bathroom! On the floor is loacted the master bedroom with a comfy double bed and a single one along with an en suite bathroom and a spacious balcolny with furniture where you can relax enjoying the sunset and the night breeze of the area. A playpen is also available upon request! There is free wifi and parking on the street available for our guests! An amazing choice for your summer vacation! Guest Access: Guests will have exclusive access to the property! The Neighborhood: The property is located in the village of Smari only 10km away from the seaside village of Gouves and the infamous sandy beach!!! In the village of Smari you’ll find a bakery, a mini-market and taverns, where you can enjoy the local flavours and get a taste of the traditional, worldwide known Cretan hospitalty. In the nearby village of Kasteli, only 6km away, you will find anything you might need during your stay; mini-markets, banks, a medical center, cafes, bakeries and taverns! Near the property you will find a variety of beaches such as Kato Gouves (10km), Aposelemi and Analipsi (15km), Arina & Amnisos (16km), Saradari (18km), Mallia (24km) and the sandy beach of Ammoudara at (29km)! Natural sites as the Skoteinos Cave (9km), The Fairy Cave of Astrakon (12km), the Canyon of Karteros (19km) are an excellent escape route in the hot days of the summer! Don’t miss out the chance to visit the cheese dairy in Smari and get a tour to know how cheese is produced in our island! The village os Smari has a strong cultural footprint wth two museums and a well known summer festival on July and August! Take a chance to explore the ancient culture of the island and the famous Minoan civilazation; visit the Ancient Palaces of Knossos (25km) and Mallion (29km) and travel through time gazing upon the ancient palaces and the well known frescos that are decorating their walls! An ideal choice for those who want to escape their daily life and have peaceful vacation in a pittoresque village of Crete while exploring the beauties of the greek island! Getting Around: You can reach the property by car, taxi or the local bus! Other Things to Note: The airport and the port of Heraklion are located 22km away from the property! There is a bus station at 150m from the property! Interaction with Guests: Holihouse deals exclusively with online advertising, promotion and online administration on all international rental platforms. Holihouse's goal is to serve guests and host online for a pleasant stay! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Παρακαλώ μην αφήνεται τα κλειδιά πάνω στη πόρτα! Ευχαριστώ!// Please don’t leave the keys on the door! ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 00003743169 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as 622b45b6fc99670037cd3286 ## About the area Located in Minoa Pediada, this holiday home is in a rural area. Palace of Knossos is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heraklion Port and Port of Hersonissos. Star Beach Water Park and Watercity Waterpark are also worth visiting. [Visit our Minoa Pediada travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Minoa-Pediada.dx6276434) [View more Holiday homes in Minoa Pediada](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Minoa-Pediada-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6276434-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.24856%2C25.30680&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Kp2BPqSSewrWVpNQBDk0Uo1OfKg=) Smari ### What's nearby - Dinosauria Park 26 min drive \- 10.2 miles - Acqua Plus Water Park 27 min drive \- 8.3 miles - Cretaquarium 27 min drive \- 10.4 miles - Crete Golf Club 28 min drive \- 8.7 miles - Star Beach Water Park 32 min drive \- 14.4 miles ### Getting around - Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) 38 min drive ### Restaurants - Lobby bar Village Heights 23 min drive - Αθιβολή • Athivoli 21 min drive - Acqua Plus Bar 20 min drive - Pita Pita 21 min drive - The Village Inn 23 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway? ### What time is check-out at Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway? ### Where is Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cretan Magnolia Gem - Smari Cozy Getaway Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon B. 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Brilliant hosts, accommodation ideal. ##### Simon B. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harry B. 28 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place, people and village We very much enjoyed the stay at Villa Magnolia in Smari. Thanks a lot for the hospitality to our host and the neighbors. Harry and Elfrun ##### Harry B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer M. 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy . ##### Jennifer M. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie G. 11 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Traditional Cretan village Lovely traditional cretan house in a small mountain village. A little difficulty finding it as we arrived very late but we were able to get in touch with the couple who took care of property. The property is very traditional and beautiful, the upstairs terrace spacious, downstairs there were lots of plants and flowers and grapes growing ( tasted delicious! )The locals could not have been friendlier, many of them inviting us into their homes and gifting us with fruit,homemade pies, jam. The house itself had a huge welcome of food and drink which was lovely. We ate out at two local tavernas (one was temporarily closed) where the food was wonderful. The coast was a half hour drive away with good sandy beaches and plenty of villages and towns to explore. ##### Julie G. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022 ---