There are a lot of nearby beaches,villages,places of interest. The famous beach of Vai is just 15 minutes drive away, Erimoupoli/Itanos is 20 minutes,while Xerokambos with over 40 paradise beaches and crystal water is less than an hour drive. Same goes with the shores of sourthern Crete such as Kato Zakros and Makris Gialos. Traditional monasteries,such as the Toplou Monastery,are in the area while at the same time you can also find beautiful gorges like the Richtis Gorge and walking paths in the countryside to enjoy the scenery, in every time of the year. Apart from that,a lot of traditional villages lie all over the region,where you can enjoy the cretan cuisine,the cretan folk music and fiestas,an iced coffee or just a shot of raki, hand in hand with the hospitality of the locals. All you have to do is explore the uniqueness of Eastern Crete and live the experience for yourself!