Armenous · Green Dia's Mansion

Enjoy your stay in a charming restored 19th Century house full of Greek Light and energy.
The house, dating back to 1895, belonged to the great-grandfather of the owner's family and was completely renovated in 2021. Both the owners and the architects respected the original building while reflecting the tradition of the area and adapting to the needs of modern life. This traditional yet modern home perfectly captures the atmosphere of complete relaxation that every visitor seeks to find on vacation. The owners of the house wanted to marry their passion for the Aegean islands by blending the white of the Greek islands, with the deep olive green that dominates the Cretan landscape. And the result of this lovingly restored home is truly impressive!

Relax by the pool or enjoy your breakfast in the courtyard. Admire the view of the Cretan Mountains from your terrace as you gaze over the bell tower of the large church that’s central to village life. Sit back and unwind as you watch the sky endless change with the sunset over the White Mountains and enjoy the tranquility of this wonderful home.
Guests can get easily acquainted with the local cuisine within the village at the traditional cafes and tavernas in the heart of the village just meters away. Marvel at the age-old plane-trees and natural streams that rush through this village on their way to the sea from the Mountains. It truly is a unique phenomenon!

The house offers absolute tranquility as it is located in a very quiet neighbourhood of the village, chosen by many visitors from every corner of the globe. In summers the village square is full of happy voices and songs while in winter locals and foreign visitors, many of whom have permanent residences in the area, become a large group enjoying the local delicacies and the local liqueur (tsikoudia) by the fireplace and on the wood stove.

The house also has a private garage / parking space right in the courtyard of the property but in a space that does not interfere with other activities of visitors.

Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and for those on holiday work, modern work space is provided. The house is also suitable for those who have decided to work with telework (digital nomads).

Guests will have access to the entire house and parking next to the property. We ask that you are considerate at all times when using the outdoor areas including the pool and terrace areas.

Armenos is a traditional village at the foot of the Cretan Mountains. It is a charming village surrounded by trees, olive groves and nature. Within the village of Armeni, you will find a bakery, mini market, traditional tavernas and grill houses along with a historical site linked to the Cretan revolution.
Armenos is 4km from the well-known beach town of Kalyves, it is a beautiful expanse of white sand where the sea meets the fresh water rivers running from the mountains. This area is popular with tourists and has many hotels along its’ beach front. In this seaside town you will find amenities such as pharmacies, banks, ATMs, gyms and local stores.

Armenos has good road connections to all places around the island as it is close to the national road. Armenos is a 35-minute drive from Chania International Airport and is a 30-minute drive from the Old Venetian city of Chania. The historical city of Rethymno is a 45-minute drive and the city of Heraklion is around 1 hour and a half.
Although it is easier to drive to this area there is also public transport that connects this region in the summer months as the bus changes at Kalyves for a smaller service through the mountain villages. If you would prefer a private transfer, this can be arranged as well as a private car hire. Just contact us for more information.

Armeni is a very friendly neighbourhood and has taverns and shops in the heart of the village with traditional products. Supermarkets and general shops where you can find a bigger range of products and amenities such as a pharmacy are just 15-minutes’ drive from the property.
If you want to venture to areas more popular with tourists and explore the local and international cuisines then we suggest for you to head towards the popular beaches of Kalyves and Almyrida. Kalyves is reachable by car in approximately 10 minutes and Almyrida in approximately 20 minutes.
Many villages of the Aprokornas region have been renovated and brough back to life. Most of these villages are lived in year-round and also has a large ex-pat community.
As Armeni is a rural village, you can find many cats roaming the neighbourhood.

Armenos is a very friendly neighbourhood and has a few tavernas in the heart of the village. As Armenos is a rural village you may find many cats roaming the neighbourhood. You may be tempted to take them home with you.

Please note, for the winter monthly rates cleaning is not provided. In addition, electricity in is extra. Before booking the monthly rate, please contact the host for further details.



The Rooms
This charming and warm-hearted property has a large modern bedroom on the 1st floor (with a double bed and an armchair that converts into a single bed), overflowing with light from the 4 windows, overlooking your own private pool. The white-washed high wooden ceiling of this room offers a sense of freedom while keeping in tradition with the building. On this floor there is also an en-suite bathroom and shower room to give guests even more privacy.

The ground floor of the property, hosts a large living / dining area with full kitchen and all modern luxuries. The large cosy living room transforms into another bedroom with the sofa opening up into a double bed. Cleverly designed into this property is a daybed underneath the modern staircase creating another comfy place to stay and relax while unwinding with a good book. A modern work space has also been provided for those needing to work on vacation and it creates a tranquil atmosphere for work and relaxation. The ground floor also hosts a full-size bathroom and shower with all modern facilities.



The Location
Green Dia’s Mansion is located in Armenos, a picturesque - traditional village at the foot of the White Mountains, just 30-minutes’ drive from the city of Chania and 10 minutes from the beach of Kalyves, one of the most popular beaches on the island. The house is just a 5-minute walk from the village centre and the square.

Armenos is a traditional village at the foot of the Cretan Mountains. It is a charming village surrounded by trees, olive groves and nature. Within the village of Armeni, you will find a bakery, mini market, traditional tavernas and grill houses along with a historical site linked to the Cretan revolution.

Armenos is 4km from the well-known beach town of Kalyves, it is a beautiful expanse of white sand where the sea meets the fresh water rivers running from the mountains. This area is popular with tourists and has many hotels along its’ beach front. In this seaside town you will find amenities such as pharmacies, banks, ATMs, gyms and local stores.