Kamilari is a quiet and picturesque village in the fertile Messara valley. The mild and warm climate ensures a cozy and pleasant stay. If you are here the 6th of August you will enjoy the local traditional fest which takes place in the village square. During your stay you can get the essentials from the mini market in the center of the village and try local flavors in the nearby taverns and restaurants.
The Messara plain, in the south part of Crete is surrounded by the Asterousia, Lasithiotika and Psiloreitis mountain. The Libyan Sea spreads in the west of the village, where you can find beautiful sandy beaches which are characterized by the purity of their waters. Within a few minutes’ drive you can enjoy your swim in Komos, Kalamaki, Matala, Pachia Ammos and Kokkino Pyrgos. About 3 km away from the villa you will find the ancient city of Phaistos while at 18 km is the ancient Greco-Roman city of Gortyna.
Places of interest
- Heraklion (city center): 58 km
- Heraklion International Airport: 61,6 km
- Heraklion Port: 58,5 km
- Archaeological Museum of Heraklion: 58,2 km
- Ancient city of Phaistos: 3,4 km
- Ancient city of Knossos: 61,3 km
- Moires town: 10 km
- Tympaki town: 7 km
- Kalamaki beach (the nearest): 4,2 km
- Kommos Beach: 6,9 km
- Matala: 8,7 km
- Kokkinos Pirgos beach: 9,7 km
- Agiofaraggo beach: 17,2 km
- Tavernas (in Kamilari): 200 m
- Mini Market: 750 m
- Pharmacy (in Kamilari): 1,3 km
- Health center in Moires: 11,7 km
- Moires Police Department: 10,8 km
- Bank & ATM (Tympaki): 7 km