About Us

Welcome!
Discover the authentic Cretan hospitality, where summer never ends.
In the embrace of southern Crete, where the sun takes its time to set and time flows more slowly, lies Ierapetra – the southernmost city of Europe. A place full of colors, scents, and stories, waiting to be experienced with all your senses.
If you’re seeking peace and authenticity, then Koutsounari (12 minutes from Ierapetra) will become your haven. A quiet seaside village with a sandy beach and crystal-clear waters. Tranquility, nature, tavernas with traditional flavors, and a sense of warmth that will stay with you forever.
Here, everything moves to the rhythm of the heart. The waves, the sun, the people. And somewhere among them, you find your own little personal paradise. A place to unwind, reconnect with nature, and discover Crete as it truly is – authentic, warm, and human.
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A breath away from Chrissi

Don’t leave without visiting Chrissi. A small island across the way, as if it has stepped out of a dream. The white sand, the crystal-clear waters, and the cedar forests create an exotic beauty. There, you will feel that summer is not a season. It’s a way of life.
Ierapetra: A city with history
Since ancient times, Ierapetra has been a crossroads of civilizations. The Minoans, Romans, and Venetians all left their mark.
The Kales Fortress still stands proudly by the sea, guarding a city that knows how to live. Take a stroll through the alleys of the old town and sit down for a raki by the waves.
Laparae
Here, we don’t just offer you a room. We offer you an experience — a pause from the noise, a breath, an opportunity to remember what it means to truly live.
At Laparae, every space is crafted with care and love, so you can feel comfortable, warm, and at home. Like your own home — but with the sea just outside your window.
You wake up to the sound of the waves, walk a few steps, and you’re on the beach. Here, simplicity is luxury. And hospitality, a way of life.
  • Willem
    Yannis is a great host, responds directly and is very helpful on arrival and gives good tips. The cottage is great, right on the beach without a road in between, fully furnished and spacious. Nice garden terrace with lots of shade.
    Willem
  • Lisa
    Yannis was an extremely friendly and helpful host, making us feel right at home and had a lot of helpful tips on the area. The house is very peaceful and spacious and extremely close to the sea. Thank you for having us!
    Lisa
  • Marc
    nice little house very well furnished with a beautiful terrace with relaxation, hammock and barbecue... plus the sea by opening the gate and the kindness of Yannis. A beautiful house to spend a beautiful holiday.
    Marc