Yaya's Nest | Hospitality is not really a service
1 bedroom
75m2
1 bathroom
4 people
That is why we call this place Yaya’s Nest. 👵
Here in Crete our yayas — our grandmas — were an inseparable part of our upbringing. They were the ones who taught us from an early age the ritual of welcoming a guest.
For them hospitality began the moment we heard that someone was coming to visit, not when someone arrived at the door. And it ended only when we knew they had returned safely home.
This simple but demanding way of thinking about hospitality has deep roots here. Over time we realized that welcoming people properly does not only open our homes, but also broadens our own horizons and those of the community around us.
Whether you’re here to work remotely, explore slowly, or simply live somewhere new for a while, this yaya’s nest is meant to feel like home.
Our apartments adapt to the way people actually live and work. With simple layout adjustments the space can function either as a one-bedroom apartment with a spacious living and working area, or as two large bedrooms with dedicated workspaces.
Before your arrival we’re happy to talk with you about how you prefer the apartment to be arranged and equipped. If something important for your routine is missing, we’ll gladly try to set it up or source it locally so it’s ready when you arrive. If you need information or help discovering the island — just ask.
Because hospitality in Crete is not really a service. It’s simply the habit of making a place work for the people who live in it.
🧭 Location
The apartment is right next to Heraklion’s Historical Center in a safe and organized neighborhood with quick access to downtown and public transport.
Within walking distance you’ll find:
• supermarkets
• pharmacies
• cafés and bakeries
• small local taverns with authentic Cretan cuisine
Whenever you feel like leaving the city for a while, the island offers quick escapes to beaches, mountains and traditional villages depending on the season — or simply your mood.
A coworking space is less than a two-minute walk away, close enough to become part of your daily routine while home remains your quiet place to live.
🏠The Apartment
Bright and spacious apartment with balconies at the front and back.
Convertible layout allowing the space to adapt to different living and working needs:
• bedroom with double bed and large wardrobe
• open living area with sofa that converts into a comfortable double bed
• flexible layout allowing workspaces either in the bedroom or in the living area
• fully equipped separate kitchen with dining table
• fridge, dishwasher and oven with stovetop
• cookware, tableware and kitchen equipment
• comfortable bathroom with spacious shower
🛋Furnishing & Equipment
• ergonomic furniture
• air conditioning (cooling / heating)
• shutters and awnings for shade and darkening
• smart TV
• washing machine
• dishwasher
• kettle and toaster
• vacuum cleaner
• iron and ironing board
• full set of linens
💻Work-Ready Setup
• high-speed Wi-Fi & Ethernet (300 Mbps)
• spacious desk
• ergonomic chair
• natural and artificial lighting
• shelves and storage space
• power strips with USB ports
💰All-Inclusive Price
• utility bills included
• high-speed internet with no limits
• no hidden charges
• no extra site fees
• no deposit (covered by platform insurance)
🐾Pet-friendly according to house rules.
Live here for a while.
Don’t just stay here.
Amenities
Wifi
Air conditioning
Heating
Television
Elevator
Dish washer
Washing Machine
Dryer
Wardrobe
Desk
Iron
Ironing Board
Dishes
Cutlery
Glasses
Oven
Coffee Maker
Fridge
Microwave- Shower
Rules
Smoking not allowed
Events not allowed
Children not allowed
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel the reservation for free within 14 days before moving.
If you cancel your booking 14 days or more before the move-in date, you’ll get a refund of the entire first rent. If you cancel your booking up to 7 days before the move-in date, you’ll get a refund of half of the first rent. If you cancel your booking less than 6 days before the move-in date, you won’t get a refund of the first rent.
Frequently asked questions for this offer
What happens after I make a reservation?
Once you send a reservation request, the landlord is notified that you are interested in their offer. From that moment, they have 24 hours to approve or reject your reservation.
Landlords are mainly interested in the profile of their tenant. Do not forget to fill in all necessary information, add your profile picture, or even make a short video about yourself. Doing that will make you more attractive for the owner and your reservation will more likely get approved.
What is the standard furnishing of flats?
All the apartments on offer on Flatio must meet certain standards. We require fully furnished and equipped ones, dishes, cutlery and internet connection included.
What is a medium-term rent?
The duration of a medium-term rent is usually 1 to 12 months. Most of the landlords offer long-term rents or rents for just a few days, therefore getting a medium-term rent without Flatio is not that easy.
Can I go through the contract before I make a reservation of the housing?
You can take a look at the contract in advance and online with every offer. After you sign it, you will find it in the application My Housing.
While arranging a contract on Flatio, you do not have to worry that it could be disadvantageous for you. Our contracts are made so that we avoid all problems! All of them are the same, used by all the landlords on Flatio.
Can I see my chosen accommodation in person before I sign the lease agreement?
Your time is precious. That's why we've added a virtual tour option to our platform so you can see some of the rentals listed on Flatio from the comfort of your own home.
If a virtual tour isn't available for the accommodation you've chosen, you can contact the landlord and ask them if they're willing to give you a personal tour of the rental unit.
If you move in and find that the rented accommodation doesn't match the information on Flatio at the time the reservation request was sent to the landlord, you can withdraw from the lease agreement under certain circumstances explained in this article in our help center.
Also, under our "secure move-in" policy, we'll assist you with moving to an alternative accommodation if you report within a certain period of time that the rental unit doesn't match the ad and the landlord doesn't fix the problem immediately. You can read the details in our help center.
How can I pay?
On Flatio, you have a variety of payment methods to choose from. You can use your card, payment gateway or bank transfer. Just pick the one which suits you the most.
How can I cancel my reservation?
How you can cancel a reservation varies depending on what stage the reservation is in.
Is your reservation request still waiting for landlord approval? Then you can simply cancel it directly from your My Housing web app!
However, suppose the owner has already approved your reservation request, and you are no longer interested in it. In that case, you can still cancel the reservation before you sign the lease agreement. Just consider that you should do this only in essential cases. Because when the landlord accepts your reservation, their property is stopped being advertised, and they can lose the chance to rent their property to someone else.
Do you have an approved reservation and also a valid agreement? In order to cancel your reservation, contact Flatio customer support well in advance of your contract beginning (the specific time and amount of refund depends on the type of cancelation policy).