Property Description

These six excellent sea front apartments are in the heart of Agios Nikolaos Five minutes from the harbour and lake and with a superb restaurant below each apartment has a cooker refrigerator twin beds one has a double bed and are ideal for couples wanting to enjoy the cafe culture and nightlife of the town without the need for private transport or taxis The apartments are only available in high season from July to the end of September and enjoy full air conditioning and fabulous panoramic views to the two small islands of Agia Panta and Fanaria which shelter the port of Agios Nikolaos

Local Area Information

The area of Agios Nikolaos covers a long stretch of the north eastern coast and a hinterland that rises to the tremendous rocky ranges of the Dhikti mountains The actual town of Agios Nikolaos is the administrative capital of the region of Lassithi and has a population of around 10000 people Agios Nikolaos became the first real tourist resort in the early 1970s on the island and was known for being a noisy and lively resort Times have changed and Agios Nikolaos now enjoys the reputation of being an upmarket destination for many nationalities and its romantic setting and lake area make it a perfect place for couples of all ages There has been much beautifying of the town in the past few years and a large well equipped marina has been constructed The marina hosts many national and international sailing competitions and regattas in the summe months and is a popular destination for yachtsmen The town takes its name from the small Byzantine church of Saint Nicholas situated on a small peninsula near the Venetian harbour called Mantraki The church is a beautiful example of classic Byzantine architecture and was built between the 7th and 9th century during the Iconoclastic period Many of the original frescos decorate the interior The church is open to visitors all year round The town also houses an archaeological museum folklore museum cinema and many cultural events are held in the summer months Legend has it that the Goddess Athena once bathed in the lake Voulismeni the focal point of the town Today the lake is ringed by tavernas and cafes and has many caiques brightly painted traditional fishing boats moored around the edges Agios Nikolaos and the surrounding area has more Blue Flag beaches than anywhere in Greece The clear crystal water is perfect for snorkeling and swimming and the beaches range from long sandy beaches such as Almyros to small rocky coves where you can enjoy total solitude The nearby resort of Istron has three wonderful beaches and is only a short distance from the town by car or bus When weather conditions permit Istron Kalo Horio is also a popular wind surfing destination

Property Features

* Close to a Beach
* Children are allowed

Accommodation and Facilities Summary

Bathroom	Bathrooms 1, Toilets 1, Shower Rooms 1
Bedroom	Doubles 1, Pull-out Beds 1
Heat/Cooling	Aircon throughout, Electric Heaters
Dining	Dining room table, Seating for 3 People
Entertainment	Satellite or Cable, TV
General	Telephone
Kitchen	Crockery & Cutlery Provided, Microwave, Hob, Oven, Freezer, Fridge, Separate dining area, Grill, Toaster
Laundry	Linen Provided, Towels Provided
Living Room	Seating for 4 People, Sofas 1, Armchairs 1, Fold Out Beds Sleeping 1
Local Activities	Cycling, Fishing, Mountain Biking, Sailing, Tennis, Water Skiing, Swimming, Walking, Windsurfing, Surfing, Diving, Snorkelling, Water Sports
Local Area	Lively Bars and Pubs, Restaurants, Distance to Local Town Centre 500m, The local town is Lively but not wild
Location	By the sea, Distance to beach <100m, Distance to convenience store <100m, Distance to local restaraunts <100m, In a Town, Distance to Airport 50-100km
Outside	Balcony
Suitability	No Pets, Children Welcome, Geared Towards Younger People
Accommodation	Accommodation Type: Self Catering, Size: Spacious, Changeover Day Flexible
Theme	Where the nightlife is, Quiet yet close to local activity

Contact Information

Name:	viki kuhlke
Telephone:	0030-28410-24101
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