Discover Vlatos | Village of Peace and Culture
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April 2 @ 11:00 am – October 31 @ 3:00 pm EEST
Daily 1-hour guided tours (between 11:00 and 15:00) with a warm, multilingual local guide (NL/EN/GR/DE) bring the exhibits to life with personal anecdotes and authentic Cretan spirit. A hidden gem of history and heart in the Village of Peace and Culture.
October 24, 2025 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm EEST
On October 24, 2025, the enchanting mountain village of Vlatos in western Crete bursts into autumnal joy with its beloved Chestnut Festival, part of the three-day Kissamos celebration (October 25-27) organized by the Vlatos Cultural Association “Neoi Orizontes.” Amid chestnut groves and under the White Mountains, locals and visitors gather in the village square for a tribute to Crete’s “tree of life.” Indulge in delectable Cretan chestnut creations like roasted nuts, sweet honeyed cakes (kastanopitta), creamy staka with chestnut foam, and savory pilafs infused with wild herbs—sourced fresh from nearby Elos orchards. The festivities pulse with live Cretan music on the lyra and laouto, traditional dances like pentozali, and communal feasts of tsikoudia toasts and barbecued lamb. Free entry; arrive early for tastings and artisan stalls. A perfect harvest immersion—kali orexi under the stars! Check vlatos.gr for the full program.
The villa is a Venetian style renovated villa with private pool, hidden among century-old chestnut trees and olive trees in the mountains of western Crete… placed in the centre of Vlatos village, just 2,5 km far away from the world famous eco settlement of “Milia” in the municipality of Kissamos, Chania Crete Greece and only 23km away(25 minutes drive)from world’ s famous Elafonisi beach , 17km away(20 minutes drive)from Palaiohora beach and 33km (35 minutes drive) from Balos Falassarna beach.
Our luxurious restored 120sq.m Venetian style villa with private pool, blends modern and traditional elements, while integrating the best of local architecture.The villa, first built during the Venetian period , has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms accommodates up to eighth people in two large bedrooms (Master bedroom consists of one king bed plus 2 single- Second bedroom consists of 2 double beds )while the living area includes a large modern kitchen as well as sitting and dining areas. It has a TV, as do the bedrooms. There’s a lovely sense of space in the exterior of the property, with its generously-sized verandas and expansive view of the surrounding nature.
Perched atop a mountain in Vlatos, western Crete, Hermitage Luxury Private Property is an eco-friendly private villa retreat that blends rustic elegance with off-grid bliss. This solar-powered haven, surrounded by ancient olive groves and chestnut forests, features a stylish stone bungalow with a private infinity pool, modern amenities, and panoramic views of the White Mountains—ideal for couples seeking romance or solitude.
Guests praise its tranquility and proximity to Elafonisi Beach (23km) and Milia (5km), though the remote location suits nature lovers over party seekers. A 5-star escape for authentic Crete vibes—book direct with the owner for an unforgettable unplug.
Be a cool rebel and book this holiday rental directly with the owner through this website, bypassing other platform costs (booking.com, Expedia.com, airbnb.com) and safe some money. For your convenience we provide the reservation form here. You can pay safely with your credit card and we will sent you an email with our proposal for your stay with a payment link. Payment in Bitcoin (BTC) or cold hard cash is possible, just let us know your preference.
Σας προσκαλούμε να επισκεφθείτε το τοπικό μας καζάνι, ένα ανοιχτό, λαϊκό δρώμενο όπου μπορείτε να ζήσετε την παράδοση της παρασκευής της αυθεντικής τσικουδιάς, από ντόπιο σταφύλι και με αυθεντική δεξιοτεχνία.
Το καζάνι βρίσκεται στην ιδιοκτησία του Παντελή Βαϊδάκη, τον οποίο ευχαριστούμε για την πρόθυμη παραχώρηση προς τους επισκέπτες και φίλους, των οποίων η προσέλευση εμπλουτίζει πάντοτε τη γιορτή και το κέφι.
Η δοκιμή δωρεάν!
Ο Haig Yazdjian είναι μία από τις σπουδαίες μορφές της παγκόσμιας μουσικής. Το σούπερ-φορτισμένο-παραδοσιακό του συναντά μοντέρνο συγκρότημα, ενώζει τις δύο όψεις της αξιοθαύμαστης μουσικής του προσωπικότητας – τον βιρτουόζικο παραδοσιακό και τον ανήσυχο πρωτοπόρο.
Γεννημένος στη Συρία αρμενικών γονέων, ο Yazdjian μετανάστευσε στην Ελλάδα στις αρχές της δεκαετίας του ’80 και, ως νεαρός άνδρας, η ηλεκτρική κιθάρα ήταν στο νου του και όχι το μάτι. Στον συντονισμό του οργάνου, όμως, ανακαλύπτει, τα ανεξερεύνητα εδάφη των εκφραστικών του αναζητήσεων. Σε λίγα χρόνια ίδρυσε τον εαυτό του ως ηγετικό σολίστ στην Ελλάδα, μια φήμη που τον έφερε δίπλα στους εξέχοντες συνθέτες και κορυφαίους τραγουδιστές.
