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Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people.

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6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Hania, Crete
  • Place, Stalos Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalamaki Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Agioi Apostoloi Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-12 people.

Greek Tourism Authorization No.MHTE 1042K10003000801

Its award winner architect has come up with a design, for a luxury, yet easy-going, country home that combines traditional elements, (like wide stone walls, exposed wooden beams), with modern ones (like folding glass panels, interior light wells, lookout decks at each floor) to offer residents the sense of being secure and cozy, while open to enjoy the panoramic views and the docile Cretan climate – the best there is! Standing on its 2000 m2 of olive groves, with 12 x 3,5 m private pool, the villa is located at an idyllic countryside spot of Nea Kydonia, from where it’s just 10 min drive to Chania town, and 800 m to Kalamaki’ sea, with many sandy beaches nearby. What previous guests have loved most was the feeling of spaciousness, the communication and free lines of vision that the light wells allowed, the opportunity to enjoy being outdoors at the patio, the dinning terrace and the pool, the décor’s equilibrium of earthly colours and materials with aluminium and modern fitting.
Accessible features:: Step free entrance to main floor. Wide entrance doors, all doors 75-90 cm wide, Bedrooms with room to manoeuvre. Twin beds can be made 45 cm high. A cargo lift (80cm X 110cm) gives access to all floors, but it's permitted to be used only to facilitate guests with mobility problems at theirs or their guardians' responsibility. There are two accessible bathrooms. One in the main floor with accessible sink, 45cm high toilette and accessed by a ramp 0-12 cm high. Its bath-lid is 53cm high and it has a portable bath seat. Altenatively can be used as a shower room. And one in the ground floor (roll in shawer), 45cm high toilette, gripping bars, adjustable shower-height.; All entrances are step free. Step free access to the pool. Accessible open air cinema in garden by the pool .
During your stay at this villa, you're just a quick walk from Go Karting Kato Galatas. Features include an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the villa.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Kalamaki Beach and 7 minutes from Agia Marina Beach
This villa offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The family-friendly villa also features laundry facilities and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Chania villa is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outdoord only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,767 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: After request

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children pool, open air cinema

Events

No events allowed
After request

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoord only

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: After request
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 1042Κ10003000801
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

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Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 45 reviews
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tulip i., Fareham

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa, Kostas was an amazing host great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed for 2 weeks in August. The villa is beautiful, so much space for our party of 2 families (10 people)There are good beaches within walking distance, you can surf at a beach just 15 mins walk. Ideally you should rent a car for the villa as there is so much to see and do in Crete but it isn’t essential.We had teenagers in our group and they were able to visit the beach and shops separately. The villa is just off a busy road but you can cross over either just up or just down from the villa and walk on much safer roads.We also visited Galatas several times on foot (inland) and had wonderful meals.Kostas was very accommodating and always available for any minor issues we had.It was a perfect trip, thank you Kostas!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peta S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property with plenty of space for our two families. Watching sunsets from the terrace was a particular highlight. Kostas was so kind and welcoming, gave us some really helpful tips about the area and what to explore and was always available to answer our queries.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Beautiful Villa with Wonderful Hosts

We hosted our family reunion in Kostas and Katerina‘s home and we absolutely loved our entire time at the villa. We were 4 family groups (13 guests at most) and the home had plenty of space for us all. It was charming and entirely wheelchair accessible which was very important as a full time power wheelchair user. We loved gathering as a family on the 2 verandas and just taking in the views (the pictures do not do it justice). Our family made such great memories in their villa whether it was gathered around in the living room, breakfasts and dinners around the kitchen table, breakfasts around the table on the 1st level veranda, relaxing on the 2nd level veranda, or just relaxing by the pool. The home had plenty of places to gather as a family and make memories. The home’s location was great as it was near beaches, restaurants, stores, and attractions. Kostas made our stay memorable as he was so hospitable and always responded timely whenever we had questions or even just inquiries on what to do. We were so sad to leave the villa and would absolutely stay here again if we are in Chania, Crete again.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect property for large groups.

This is the perfect property when traveling with a large group. Enough space to stretch out and not feel like you’re on top of each other. The kitchen was well supplied and big enough for several cooks at once! The AC cooled the house down and was very comfortable during a few hot days we had. We also enjoyed the pool after long days of sightseeing. The house is close to beaches, restaurants and grocery stores. Kostas is a wonderful host and responded timely if we had a question or issue.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary W., Watford, England

Liked: Cleanliness

Retreat

Beautiful villa with plenty of space. The owners were very lovely and helpful. All the rooms were very tasteful and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dina C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Villa for Groups of Friends

We had a lovely stay at Villa Catani. It was perfect for our group of 3 families (6 adults & 7 children age 6-14). Lots of space to hang out together or find somewhere for yourself. The outdoor seating areas had beautiful views and the villa had everything needed for our stay. Our host, Kostas was wonderful and kindly provided tips for restaurants, beaches & sightseeing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrizia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house in ana amazing place

We had a wonderful time at villa Catani! As a group of 15 (8 adults. 7 children) we loved the villa with its stylish quirks. The communal areas are comfortable and spacious, with the outside balconies giving the opportunity for some beautiful views, particularly at sunset. We loved spending time around the pool. Kostas and Katerina are awesome hosts, always available and extremely welcoming and helpful. A holiday we will never forget. Hopefully we will be back soon! Thank you Kostas & Katerina!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a group of friends

An unusual building design - with all the accommodation in the main building, and outside dining and relaxing areas on 2 open sided verandas, catching the cooling breezes - the top one being popular for chilling. Everything was all one expects from a villa of this size. But by far the biggest plus was the welcoming host, Kostas, who met us on arrival - guided us round the villa and provided excellent advice on everything from restaurants to beaches. We would recommend Villa Catani to any of our friends & family
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Martin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious Family property in an Olive Grove

Large family house with all the querkiness associated with a gradual build. The property is decorated with the proprietors own paintings leaving you with an impression of different themes as you move between rooms. External facilities incl shaded seating, eating and the pool more than adequate. Internally, the lounge and dining area can get a little tight for large parties. However, weather permitting, most will spend their time outside. The owners live next door and are always on hand to give helpful guidance on local facilities. They rear some turkeys and ducks and have some domestic animals as well that our younger family members enjoyed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ghillie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Villa Catani

As three families, 14 people, we spent 10 days at Villa Catani. The house is beautifully designed for the climate, having a outdoor lounge area which is great for a sundowner, and an outdoor dining deck. For sleeping, we were also able to split youth and adults between the three floors. Kostas is the most welcoming and relaxed host. A lovely man who checked in with us during the week and gave us figs, honey and great advice about the area.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness

50th Anniversary Gala

We gathered at the villa with 5 adults and two children from America and 5 adults and 2 children from Denmark. The villa accommodated us all perfectly. It is classy but comfortable with common spaces to take advantage of sun or shade. The bedrooms are all excellent and the kitchen is beautifully equipped. The pool is perfect for grandparents, parents and children. Kostas is a delightful host combining Greek wisdom and philosophy with practical advice on restaurants, beaches and sights nearby to go with his delicious apricots, marmalade and welcoming treats. He thoughtfully made all areas safe for the children. This was a vacation we will never forget and we hope you will have the pleasure of enjoying it too. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoe F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house, great location

We were quite a large group (11 adults and 5 small children) and this house was fantastic. It was large enough with multiple outdoor balconies and that we could relax together without worrying about waking up the babies. The pool was well covered at the shallow end too which helped with the young ones and the bbq was unbelievable. The nearest mini market is 10/15 mins walk away which we liked to do to get fresh air. It’s down quite a steep up but we all managed fine with this even pushing prams up in the heat. Kostas was a lovely host helping us settle in and provided a taxi number as we didn’t hire a car. You don’t really need a car for this house unless you are planning excursions, we managed to do everything by walking (shopping/restaurant/beaches) or taxis (big shops/water park) and rhe taxis were never too expensive esp considering we usually had a full cab. All in all a great house with fab hosts. Perfect for large groups that don’t want to drive and plan on relaxing pools days with some beach action and restaurants…oh the water park is a strong recommendation too. We went late May and it was completely empty - good for really young ones too
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A stunning and comfortable villa - communal spaces and privacy combined

We had an amazing time staying at Villa Catani in August 2021. We were three families with 6 children (a total of 12 people) and this place was great for us. The Villa is spacious and airy with cleaners coming in twice a week to change bedding and freshen up. There are many brilliant spaces for anyone staying at the Villa to use including a large outdoor dining table and several other seating areas. The highlight for the adults was the wonderful upstairs outdoor seating area/balcony with huge cushions and loads of space for all of us to relax with a drink etc once the children were in bed and watch the sunset/night sky and hear the sea. There is a well equipped kitchen and all the essentials are provided. The pool was excellent and all of our group had a great time making use of it, particularly the children some of whom barely came out of it the whole holiday. There is a shallow end for little ones and a deeper part for others and plenty of loungers for those who want to relax in the sun around it as well as a handy shaded seating area next to it. The villa is set amongst picturesque olive groves just off the road down to the seafront. A word about the layout - there are three large double rooms on the first floor and one on the ground floor of the main building. The other two rooms are a separate downstairs studio accessible through a separate entrance. This allowed all of our party to feel properly spaced out and not on top of each other with two standalone bathrooms and three en suites. The villa is quite well located with a walk of around 15 mins to a lovely beach (it’s closer to get to the front but worth a slightly longer walk to the sand and amenities e.g beach bars, that Kalamaki beach offers). Galatas is split with half of it inland of the Villa and the rest along the sea front. Whilst most tourists head to the front which is lovely, it’s worth a look at the inland part which includes the amazing restaurant Mastrapas which will give a proper snapshot of brilliant local cuisine and atmosphere. Kostos and Katerina couldn’t haven’t been kinder and made our visit so smooth and pleasant. From the Greek pastries provided on arrival to the information on local attractions and services, to the fresh figs brought round part way through our stay they were the perfect hosts and we were so glad to be able to stay at their wonderful villa.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Staying at Villa Catani

We stayed at Villa Catani for 11 days and it was lovely. It was spacious enough for 4 families with various terraces and places to go and admire the wonderful views. It had a rustic charm about it, felt safe for children and set in a wonderful olive grove. The pool was perfectly placed with shade at one end or if you wanted to go to the beach, it was a pleasant 10/15 minute walk. Kostas was very accommodating and hospitable and I would highly recommend staying there to anyone.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful holiday in Crete

We travelled from Ireland to stay at Villa Catani for 12 nights in June 2019, our party was made up of 6 adults and 4 teenagers. We all had a wonderful holiday in Crete and the house was a fantastic base for exploring all of this beautiful region of Crete. Our host Kostas met us at the villa and had kindly prepared a delicious homemade Greek snack for us which was very welcoming after our late-night flight. He was an excellent host and extremely helpful throughout our holiday with any queries we had. The house provided plenty of space for everyone with lots of outdoor seating areas to relax. The house was very spacious with a great pool there were plenty of sun loungers and shaded spaces to sit if needed. The house has beautiful views over the olive groves and in the evenings the views of the sunset are spectacular out to the sea. The air-conditioning was great, silent and very cooling. The villa was cleaned twice during our stay and we were provided with clean sheets and towels. We enjoyed may evenings BBQing and eating outside at the large dining table. We also walked to the local restaurants at Kalamaki, we can recommend Nesaki (excellent pizzas) and Salavantes. We did many trips from the house including a trip to Balos Beach and Elafonisi beach, two of the most amazing beaches in the world and to the local beaches of Kalamaki and Iguana beach. The house is close to the beautiful city of Chania (10-minute drive) where we enjoyed lovely dinners in the evenings and great shopping. We hired a private boat for the 10 of us from Chania and had a wonderful day with Manos and Billy on the traditional Greek boat https://www.manoscruises.com/ We went snorkelling, jumping off the boat and we enjoyed an amazing BBQ prepared by Manos on the boat. This was one of the highlights of our trip. The waterpark is only a 15-minute drive away, it was very well organised and we spent the whole day enjoying it. We loved Crete and staying at Villa Catani made it a very special holiday. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful villa close to the beach!

Our large family group loved our stay at the villa. It was the perfect size for our group with wonderful balcony views. The pool was nicely maintained which was perfect for afternoon dips on those hot Crete days. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Excellent family holiday

We were a mixed group of 10 people with an age range from 06 months to 71 years old. The villa lent itself perfectly to our group. The downstairs is almost like a separate flat with lots space and a variety of beds plus lots of toys etc for the children. There is also direct access to the garden. The rest of our party was spread around the ground and first floors. The villa is very well appointed and we were all extremely comfortable. There were at least 5 different outside sitting places which we used according to time of day, where the sun was, who was around etc. It was a 10 minute walk to the sea from the villa and then another 5 minutes along the coast road to the beach. We had a choice of 5 beaches which were all walkable from the villa and many restaurants and shops. Bit difficult with a pushchair though as the climb back up the hill to the villa would be a bit tiring and hot with small children. I recommend Balos Beach (without small children) but if you go please go early. Absolutely stunning. We left the villa at 07.30 and were parked by 08.45. There is then a 2km walk to the beach but it is worth it. We left at 11.00am and met hoards of people arriving. Some had to park 5km before the main car park as the beach became so busy. That means a 7km walk to the beach which is too far! I would suggest getting there early or don't go at all. Samaria was closed on the day our group (without children) wanted to walk it but we walked the Irini Gorge and did a few other walks out of the book. Kostas was very helpful with the few queries we had and I can thoroughly recommend staying at Villa Catani.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Kathryn F.

LOVELY VILLA

We were welcomed to the villa by Kostas who was waiting to show us around and provided us with some delicious hot home-made snacks. There were 12 of us sharing the villa and we found it spacious with lots of really good seating areas outside and the kitchen was well equipped. We used the local taxis quite a lot and found them very reliable and their prices were reasonable. The restaurants in Kalamaki were good, but if you want to go to Chania it is only a short taxi ride away. Chania is well worth visiting during the day for sightseeing and it's lovely to have an evening meal at one of the harbour restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Holiday to remember

We were a large group of 13 and an infant, spanning 3 generations, and this villa was perfect for us, with room to spare. The outside space is huge, with 4 different covered balcony areas for dining and relaxing, with all the gardens, the pool area, and the large barbeque. Bedrooms were spacious and the kitchen had everything we needed. The furnishings were excellent quality, comfy couches , decent outside chairs and tables, and decorated in a homely style with art work , mirrors etc. Unlike other properties we have stayed in, the owners didn't remove all useful things left by previous occupants, so we had lots of herbs, spices, olive oils,l washing powder etc that we could use, even beach towels that had been left behind. Very helpful. Kostas greeted us warmly on arrival - an excellent host - with some home made snacks and a bottle of wine, which was unexpected and very welcome.There was even a variety of blow up airbeds at the pool and childrens' toys downstairs . I would recommend this villa to large groups who like places with masses of character - this Villa has loads. Kostas couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. We hope to return there again one day.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Fantastic villa - perfect location for a quick trip to Chania and a short walk to the beach

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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

What a find !!

What a find ! This must be one of the best villas in Crete. It is spacious and well suited for our family party of 13 adults. It's slightly unusual layout and Katerina's painting all added to our enjoyment. It is within walking distance of tavernas and the sea. There is also a bus service into Chania - which solves the problem of driving and parking in Chania! Kostas was very helpful in giving us hints about the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Villa Catina and would love to return.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Exquisite property, everything from the layout to the location was perfect.

Upon arrival my 9 friends and I were blown away by the beauty of the property and its location. The owner, Kostas, greeted us with a smile and some delicious homemade Greek snacks and enthusiastically showed us round the villa, which is bedecked in beautiful paintings by his wife, as well as all the comforts that make the property feel like home. The bedrooms were comfortable and roomy, we were 10 young males and none of us was left wanting. The pool was as clean and immaculate as the villa and caught the sun the whole day with a lovely shaded area for those who want to keep a bit cooler. The villa is also ideally located 10/15 minutes walk to the nearest shop and a 10 euro can ride to the bars and clubs for the nightlife was perfect. Allowing us the remote chilled atmosphere during the day time as well as the easy access of food and activities during the evenings. I would recommend this property to anyone of all ages, the were plenty of board games, cuddly toys for younger ones, balconies for a more relaxed daytime snooze and much more. I wish I could give this villa more than 5 stars, it was 10/10 just like the owner. Thank you again for an amazing week Kostas!

10/10 Excellent

Gordon A.

Beautifully located, wonderfully designed, peaceful family friendly villa.

Katerina and Kostas provided a very warm welcome including snacks when we arrived at their beautiful villa. It is a perfect venue for a big family get together or opportunity to bring friends together. The rooms are all good sizes, comfortable and nicely decorated with Katerina's fascinating art work. There is everything you need for your stay, plenty of towels, soap, toilet paper, tea, coffee, spices and condiments, (although you really need to sharpen the knives Kostas!). Kostas and helpers cleaned for us mid week and did a fantastic job, fresh towels for all. The only slight issue is the quality of some of the showers which would be more of an issue if you had the maximum occupants in your party, but it didn't really bother us. The outside areas of this villa are what really make it. The pool is fantastic, it was pristinely clean, there were plenty of sun loungers for all and it's such a relaxing area surrounded by gorgeous olive trees. Happy evenings were spent around the large dining table having used the huge built in BBQ, and the lower floor balcony was perfect for game playing. The jewel in the crown for me though was the upper floor balcony, it's a cosy area furnished with lots of cushions that provided a lovely area of shade in the day, cooler as it's high up and catches the breeze from the coast. In the evening there are tealight lamps to keep the cosy atmosphere and you can lie back and look at the stars. Magical. The location is also really good, it's a 5 minute drive to the beach and amenities, there are some fabulous tavernas on the seafront and the beautiful harbour of Chania is near by. Kostas is a warm, engaging host who is on hand to help with anything you need and quickly responded when we contacted him. I'd highly recommend this place and would love to visit again one day. Thank you so much Kostas for everything we had such a lovely time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016