Villa Mala in Malles Ierapetra www.villamala.gr

PR Log (Press Release) – Mar 31, 2009 – Villa Mala is situated in Malles in the prefecture of Lasithi which used to be the largest village of Ierapetra upon the Venetian domination. A remarkable site of the village is the church of the Virgin Mary built in 1431.

Between Malles and Christos, 2 km to the west, used to be the ancient city of Malla, that was independent and autonomous with its own currency on which on one side was depicted the image of Zeus’s head and on the other an eagle and the word “ΜΑΛ” (MAL). In the region were found vases and other objects of the Roman era.

Today Malles is one of the most graphic mountainous villages ( 600 m. height ), on the  slopes of Diktis, in the middle of the thick forest region of Selakano , full of pine trees and oaks where nature created paths full of adventure. A region with a revitalizing climate which according to the traditional myths is full of positive energy.    
 
The nearest beach is located in Myrtos just 14 minutes from Malles. Myrtos is a graphic coastal village well known for its splendid sandy beach; overgrow with banana and orange trees, built in the banks of the river Cryos. It has a very beautiful beach with fine sand, pebbles and crystal clear water. Near the village the ruins of an Early Minoan period settlement were dug up, while in the area of Saint Antonios there are ruins of Roman baths.

In Villa Mala there are 5 luxurious residences with independent external entries, two of which are messonaites. They are composed by an elegantly decorated bedroom, a bathroom, a kitchen and a lounge - dining room (they have an accommodation capability of 4 to 5 persons). All the residences have their own unique view to the valley, mountain and sea.

Each residence is differently decorated giving a different creative note and is represented by the name of a traditional Cretan local herb.  

All the residences are equipped with a private balcony or a big veranda , autonomous heating and energy fireplace, TV (LCD 32”) , safety deposit box , luxurious home textiles , portable PC with wireless internet access , bathtub with Jacuzzi , bathroom set , hairdryer , telephone with direct external line, fully equipped kitchen ( for private dinner ) , ecological and anatomic mattresses and cushions , comfortable lounge , spacious wardrobes , refrigerator, mini bar.


With panoramic sea views, in a romantic environment under the candle light, the Villa Mala restaurant is the ideal place to enjoy the relishes of our authentic, qualitative, local Cretan Cuisine.

Tempting choices, that are prepared daily with enthusiasm, they will surprise you with the variety, the tastiness and the quality of their ingredients.

For your breakfast, your lunch or dinner, the tasty surprises of our restaurant will be a temptation that you will not be able to resist. Wherever you sit down the beauty is unique.

The good wine, your companion in the trip of enjoyments and at the end sweet creations, one final brushstroke in the magic table of enjoyment.  

Enjoy a Greek coffee, raki or ouzo with local appetizer dishes, refreshments, sweets and cakes and light snacks, smashing cocktails and cool drinks.

Start your the morning with a rich traditional buffet, enjoying your coffee, observing the beauty of the natural landscape through the big windows. Start your day full of energy.