Glamsea

Sea-view terrace (added by manager 23 May 2022)

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  • Secluded pod on a private terrace with stunning sea views
  • A 15-minute drive to Heraklion; 20 minutes to Knossos
  • Eco-friendly solar-powered accommodation with ensuite shower room
Glamping and sea views combine in one fabulous location at Glamsea, a secluded spot on a Cretan cliffside about 15 minutes’ drive from Heraklion. And what’s even better is that there’s only a single pod here, so you’ll have those views all to yourselves… And what gorgeous views they are, looking out over the Gulf of Heraklion across the bright blue waters of the Aegean Sea towards the island of Dia (a place created by Zeus himself, no less). You’ll have plenty of lovely spots from which to take in views throughout the day too, as your private terrace has a good collection of outdoor furniture to choose from – perhaps a sun lounger for a bit of sunbathing or a hammock for an afternoon in the shade? Drinks while you relax? The pod has a coffee maker and kettle for your morning kickstart and a fridge to keep your evening beers cool. Also inside the pod are a comfy double bed and an ensuite shower room with toilet and sink – all bedding and towels are provided to keep things nice and easy. As this is such a stunning setting it’s no surprise to hear that the owners would like to help preserve it. With that in mind they’ve designed the place to be as eco-friendly as possible, running it entirely on solar power and providing guests with recycling facilities. Should you be able to drag yourselves away from this spectacular retreat, there are plenty of hiking routes and bike trails nearby, or you could use this place as a base for outings to the likes of Knossos and sampling the many restaurants of Heraklion.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

Greek

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Luxury

Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

No hot water

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Restaurant nearby

Location

Glamsea

Palaiokastro

Heraklion

Greece

715 00

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

35.37448°N
25.03682°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Crete is well known for its hiking and bike routes – those heading out on foot or on two wheels can expect to come across natural springs, rocky gorges, hidden coves and ancient castles. You might also be able to plan your routes to stop off at places like Douloufakis or Lyrarakis wineries (half an hour/40 minutes if you’d like to drive straight there). At least a day in Heraklion (15 minutes’ drive) is a must, of course – it’s a great place for a stroll (punctuated with stops for coffee, cakes and snacks) and has some excellent attractions including the Archaeological Museum, the Venetian Harbour and the Historical Museum of Crete (the only place to see works by El Greco in his place of birth). Outings beyond that might take you to the famed ruins of Knossos (20 minutes), the pretty hilltop village of Acharnes (half an hour) or the eerie abandoned village of Spinalonga (an hour and a quarter).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Palaiokastro 0.9 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Lygaria 2.8 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Made 2.9 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Agia Pelagia 3.9 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Linoperamata 4.3 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

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  • Does Glamsea have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Glamsea dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Glamsea? Crete is well known for its hiking and bike routes – those heading out on foot or on two wheels can expect to come across natural springs, rocky gorges, hidden coves and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Glamsea?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  11:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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