Accommodation in Gournes, Crete

Evriali is a beautiful mansion situated in Gournes, Crete, only 100m from the beach. It is a comfortable house with large rooms and terraces and a garden around the house. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly, and there are taverns, markets and bars in the area, which are easily accessible on foot.

Gournes and Kokkini Hani are popular summer destinations among the Greek people and tourists. The coastline, full of small bays, is ideal for evening walks by the sea. It is located 14km from the city of Heraklion, in the middle of northern Crete, which means that the Cretan destinations are all within easy reach. Heraklion, Knossos and the airport are only 15 minutes away by car, and the famous beaches like Vai or Matala are no more than 2 hours away. The bus stop to the city of Hersonissos is a 10 minute walk. The area also offers many sightseeing of Crete like Cretaquarium, the traditional village of Anopolis, Niros, Amnissos Antiquities and Skotino cave. This all is close to you accommodation in Gournes, Crete.

The mansion

There are 5 bedrooms, 4 equipped with a double bed and one with two single beds. The rooms are spacious, so there are possibilities to add more beds. Furthermore, there are:

– 3 bathrooms (one equipped with a double hydromassage)
– 2 living rooms (with TV and stereo)
– 1 kitchen
– 2 terraces
– 1 playroom in the basement

The weather forecast for the coming days shows a steady 30 degrees. The northwesterly sea breeze ensures good air circulation along the coast of Kokkini Hani. At night, the temperature drops to a pleasant 22 degrees.

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The view from Zorbas Island is breathtaking in the evenings. Traditionally, June brings the most intense and unique colors to the sky at dusk. It is one of the most beautiful sunsets Crete has to offer.

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Enjoy a wonderful late-summer program in Kokkini Hani this October. We handle all the arrangements for a tailor-made active holiday, from flights to your stay at Zorbas Island. Contact us via email for details.

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Crete 2027: Let us find the best prices for flights and accommodation

Enjoy the convenience of a combined trip to Crete. Flights and apartments are offered at a single, competitive price. This complete package is available to book now for the entire 2027 season.

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Experience Greek culture: Olive harvesting and active excursions in November

Come and enjoy the late summer in Crete during the first two weeks of November. Our special program combines the authentic olive harvest with a variety of active excursions and plenty of time to relax. Zorbas Island in Kokkini Hani offers the perfect base for this autumn getaway.

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Superior acidity of just 0.3%: Top-tier olive oil

You can recognize the quality of olive oil by the numbers. With an exceptionally low acidity of just 0.3%, Zorbas Island olive oil ranks among the absolute best Extra Virgin olive oils. A smooth, pure flavor that elevates every dish.

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Sailing from Heraklion to Dia on a catamaran. Join us for a sailing excursion to the island of Dia. Nice snorkelling and swimming possibilities
Come and enjoy the late summer in Crete during the first two weeks of November. Our special program combines the authentic olive harvest with a variety of active excursions and plenty of time to relax
The Cretan traditional diet usually includes meat dishes featuring local lamb, chicken or pork. As Crete is an island, there’s also plenty of fresh fish on the menu.

Zorbas Island 2026 Crete Greece Newsletter: your holiday in Crete in 2026 – The new Zorbas Island programme: dear holidaymaker, we are delighted to present the first details of our brand new programme for 2026! At Zorbas Island, everything revolves around an unforgettable holiday on beautiful Crete.

Holiday Crete 2026 agenda – Agenda Zorbas Island, Crete – Season 2026: our new agenda is ready with the excursions for 2026, including many new excursions. You are probably curious about the activities we will be organising at Zorbas in the coming year, and this agenda provides an overview of all the activities that will interest you.

Holiday information Crete Zorbas Island: Apartment rentals and accommodation on Crete for most of the year. The right place for family apartments and holiday homes, all your excursions and cheap flights to Crete. A comprehensive overview of the latest holiday news from Crete, including lots of photos. Crete is the southernmost holiday island in Europe.

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