About this property

Beachfront Location: Golden Shellseaside in Lygaria offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or enjoy water sports facilities. The property features a lush garden and free WiFi throughout. Comfortable Accommodation: The villa includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a spacious living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, a balcony, and a washing machine. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy an outdoor fireplace, children’s playground, and barbecue facilities. The property also provides a lounge, outdoor seating area, and a coffee shop. Nearby Attractions: Ligaria Beach is just a few steps away, while Heraklion International Airport is 21 km distant. Points of interest include Venetian Walls (18 km) and The Palace of Knossos (23 km).

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Children's playground

  • Hiking


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 bunk bed
and
1 futon bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Simona
Romania Romania
Everything! Very nice and helpful host, excellent location, perfect house (and clean too), equipped with everything including toys, games. And the sea at the doorstep…just great. We felt as at home, but away from home:)
Eliska
Slovakia Slovakia
Everything really.this is the best private place we have been to,it has all facilities you need to enjoy tour holiday
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Amazing location right on the beach. Beautifully presented house and garden. Everything you could possibly need was provided. Use of the kayak and paddle board was a big hit with my teenage children. The host met us on arrival with a home cooked...
Toby
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location hosts were amazing easy to navigate and connect and super family friendly.
Tadas
Lithuania Lithuania
The experience was exceptional. House is on the beach, everything is there, what could be needed during family vacations. Host is exceptional, haven't seen better services/communication. Everything was perfect! If anyone has doubts to take this...
Carlo
Switzerland Switzerland
The position of the house is amazing, the garden's gate literally opens on the beach. The house is spacious and fully equipped, also with plenty of games for kids of multiple ages. In the garden you also have a kayak and a paddle, both in...
Lockie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I had one of the best holidays of my life at Golden Shell! Short & sweet. Four days staying on the most beautiful beach full of cafes and restaurants, it was such a joy to walk out the gate of the beautiful garden and be standing on the beach...
Håkon
Norway Norway
A incredibly Nice place with lots of space. A garden perfect for relaxing and letting a kid Play around Without worry. The house is practically ON the Beach. When we arrived the host greeted us and had made us a big moussaka that was still in...
André
Netherlands Netherlands
Het is een heerlijk huisje waarbij de tuin echt grenst aan het strand van een rustige baai. We konden gebruik maken van de sup en de twee persoons kano met zwemvesten wat wij en onze drie puber zonen erg leuk vonden om te doen. Mooie nette eet...
Natalia
Norway Norway
Amazing property where you won’t lack anything and can just relax. Our kids were so happy with all the toys available.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Maria Galatianou

10
Host review score
Maria Galatianou
GOLD SHELL is apartment in ground floor , elegantly designed and it can accomodate 2 families offering the neccessary facilities. SHELL has a large living room with a big sofa, a dining table,a television, a wifi CD player and a DVD player.There are 2 bedrooms with a view to the sea and 1 bedroom with a king-sized bed. Every bedroom has DEALUXE linen bedding and blackout curtains.There is a fully-equipped kitchen,a bathroom .There is a big veranda with a dining table and a sofa in front of the garden and near the sea!
My name is Maria Galatianou. 35 years old, dietician. I like to know new people, new destinations and new cultures. I I love travelling! I also like sports I sincerely hope that I will rise up to my guests' expectations.
The GOLD SHELL is situated right next to the beach.You have to make only 53 steps to cover the distance from the bedroom to the sea .It is a quiet place without cars and crossroads, ideal for families and couples! THE GOLD SHELL is 21 kilometers from Heraklion ,22 kilometers from the city's and ''Nikos Kazantzakis'' Airport . Due to the fortunate topography of Gold Shell offers calm and protected swimming at all times , sheltered from summer meltemi winds, a delightful expanse of sandy beach that is organized annd safe for all ages.
Languages spoken: Greek,English

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House rules

Golden Shellseaside takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
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Check-out
Until 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Golden Shellseaside in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: 00001285889