Spili is a picturesque village located at an altitude of 430 meters, 28km south-east of Rethymno Town. At the main square of the village,1minute walk from the house, you can find a fine stone fountain, called “Kefalovrisi”. The fountain consists of 25 stone carved lion heads, from where crystal clear water flows at the constant temperature of 13°C all year around.
Spili offers all amenities a traveler may need such as shops, a medical center, a bank, post office and a lot of cafes and taverns.
For those who like hiking, there is a part of the E4 trail that connects Spili with Gerakari village.
The beaches of the southern coast of Crete, which are magnificent are reachable within 20 minutes by car.