South Crete Guide
We work across a specific stretch of South Crete, not the whole island. Here’s what makes each of our villages worth knowing.
Kamilari
One of South Crete’s most characterful villages — bougainvillea-lined lanes, small kafenia, and views over the Messara Plain to the Libyan Sea. A short drive from Kalamaki beach, Phaistos and Matala.
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Agia Galini
A working harbour village on the south coast of Rethymno, with its own beach, fishing fleet and a lively seafront of tavernas through the summer.
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Matala
Famous for the sandstone caves above its beach and a laid-back, bohemian history. One of the best-known names on the south coast.
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Tympaki
The area’s market town — the practical hub for shops, services and everyday errands between the villages.
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Kalamaki
A quieter stretch of sand a few minutes from Kamilari, popular with buyers who want the beach close but not central.
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Petrokefali
A small inland village near the Messara Plain, known for a slower pace and easy access to the surrounding farmland.
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Sivas
A farming village inland, surrounded by olive groves, with some of the more affordable plots in the area.
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Zaros
A mountain village known for its spring water and small lake, at the foot of Psiloritis — a cooler, greener alternative to the coast.
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