the village of Lefkogeia with the Libyan Sea in the background
Crete's South Coast
The premium location of Villa Pente Anemoi is ideal for a variety of activities like excursions into nature, watersport or enjoying the sun.
In about two km distance there are some of Crete's most beautiful beaches with turquoise crystalclear water like Ammoudi, Ammoudaki, Klisidi, Skinaria, Damnoni and Paligremnos, there are even more places waiting to be explored.
The gorge of Kourtalioti is renowed for its wild beauty, the Kourtalioti river diverts into five brooklets, forming ponds, dropping down waterfalls, meeting again, passing the palm tree forest of Preveli to finally flow into the Libyan Sea.
You'll be enchanted by the lush nature and by fabulous views down the rocks. If you're keen on discovering more secluded scenery there are lots of opportunities for both short rambles and demanding treks.
the monastery of Preveli
Another interesting outing is a visit of the monastery of Preveli, located high above the jagged coastline with great panoramic view.
The monastery of Preveli was founded in the 16th century, since then it played an important role as spiritual, cultural and political centre, well known beyond the natural borders of Crete.
The footpath down to Preveli Beach starts high on a cliff, another path is leading to further beaches towards the east where two tavernas can be found as well.
The unusual folcloristic and historic museum of Papa Michalis in Asomatos brings previous centuries back to live, learn about cretan history from times of the turkish occupation until today, imagine what live may have been like a hundred years ago in a mountain village.
Of course it's not all history and nature when it comes to the nearby villages of Plakias and Mirthios. Restaurants, Bars, shops, pharmacy and doctor are available, civilisation and its facilities are in close range.
