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Villa Amalthea Melidoni, Chania, Crete Solid stone Villa , Private swimming pool

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
Fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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9.8

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61184 sq ft

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Melidoni village, Chania, Apokoronou, Cr, Crete
  • Popular LocationKalyves Beach20 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Souda24 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlmyrida Beach26 min drive
  • AirportChania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)49 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Our family of 5 had a great stay at Samantha’s place on the mountainside. The home was spacious, clean, and matched the ...
Jackie K.
Sep 6, 2023

About this property

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

Villa Amalthea Melidoni, Chania, Crete Solid stone Villa , Private swimming pool

A solid stone Villa in Melidoni, Chania, Apokoronas , Crete, Greece - Unique location set amst the Apokoronas hills with the white mountains behind.
Located in a small Crete village wonderfully secluded from the hustle and bustle of home, switch off and soak up a most unique experience with dramatic mountain views to the rear along with costal views to the front.
The city of Chania is only a thirty minute drive away with its Venitian style harbour, numerous restaurants and unique atmosphere.
With such breath taking views as the background it is necessary that the houses match the beautiful vistas, and this Villa will not disappoint. Fashioned out of solid stone, with its own heated swimming pool and garden. The traditional wood features will transport you back to an old Greece, while also allowing for the comfort of modern life; the old and the new come together in this house in a perfect symmetry.

The Villa has air conditioning to the two main bedrooms, fully heated swimming pool.

View more photos and learn more about our villa and the area on our website: creteluxurystonevillas.com.
Please be aware the Greek Government has introduced a new tax called the Climate Resilience Levy that customers are required to pay during the vacation, the tax is set at €10 per day, a receipt will be issued when paying, Included in the rental is the 0.5% Greek municipality tax.

We can recommend Pancar car hire who offer competitive rates along with a personal meet & greet service at both Crete Airports, follow the link below and quote the code Mel to achieve ten percent discount www.pancar.gr

Property manager

Samantha Storer

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Heated pool on site
  • Water park on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,184 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 1042K91003155501

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Solid Stone Private Swimming Pool Dramatic Mountain sea Views
Solid Stone Villa NEW FOR 2021 Fully Heated Swimming Pool
Solid stone Villa private Swimming Pool Mountain Sea Views
Solid Stone Villa With NEW for 2021 Fully Heated Swimming Pool

About the neighborhood

Apokoronas

Located in Apokoronas, this vacation home is in the mountains. Port of Souda and Old Venetian Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nea Chora Beach and Samaria Gorge. Traveling with kids? Consider Art of Living Glass Factory and Maritime Museum of Crete. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Samonas Cave - 13 min drive
  • Kalyves Beach - 20 min drive
  • Port of Souda - 24 min drive
  • Almyrida Beach - 26 min drive
  • Nea Chora Beach - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tzitzikas - 12 min drive
  • Καφφε Μαρέντη - 13 min drive
  • Elena Tavern - 14 min drive
  • Dourakis Winery - 16 min drive
  • Σουβλατζιδικο "Η Χρυσούλα - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Amalthea Melidoni, Chania, Crete Solid stone Villa , Private swimming pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Villa Amalthea Melidoni, Chania, Crete Solid stone Villa , Private swimming pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Amalthea Melidoni, Chania, Crete Solid stone Villa , Private swimming pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Amalthea Melidoni, Chania, Crete Solid stone Villa , Private swimming pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Amalthea Melidoni, Chania, Crete Solid stone Villa , Private swimming pool located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Agios Nikolaos Fort, Kalyves Beach, and Blue Coast. Samonas Cave and White Mountains Protected Forest are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay at mountainside home
Our family of 5 had a great stay at Samantha’s place on the mountainside. The home was spacious, clean, and matched the description well. Samantha was a responsive and thoughtful host. The home is in a remote location about 10-15 min drive up the mountain, so this is perfect if you want something off the beaten track! Thank you, Samantha!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jayesh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house in the mountains
Lovely property with a really nice couple doing the rentals. We had to get to the house at 10pm and were thankful for Samantha’s comprehensive instructions. The road is not to bad once you get used to it which took us a few trips. The house itself was kept really clean, is beautiful to look at and has great views. Bedrooms and bathrooms are downstairs the kitchen, lounge and terraces on the 1st floor. It works well. The Swimming pool is large, well maintained and perfect for hot afternoons in. The outside area had a good barbecue, a swing and various seating and lounging areas. The house is in a group of 5/6 properties fairly close to each other with the owners having a couple of these. As a remote house everything is not perfect but what I was happy about is that the owners fixed things quickly when they went wrong. Overall we enjoyed being here and would recommend it to anyone wanting a break somewhere a bit different. Samantha we thank you for your hospitality. Best wishes
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Spot
Such a lovely spot up in the mountains! Less touristic with beautiful scenery. Samantha was a very attentive and helpful host. We stayed for a week and saw a fair bit of Northern Crete with one trip to the South. The pool was great to have in a heatwave, and the house was very comfortable, tasteful and clean (with a mid-week service!). Very nice for two families of three to spend time together. Loved the goats and owl.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A magical vacation
If you love the countryside than this is your dream vaca! The views are spectacular, the pool was perfect and the villa was lovely and even more beautiful than we expected. We highly recommend this incredible place! It is a bit off the beaten track in regards going out at night but a very easy location to go to Chania for day trips, beaches and cultural excursion. Thank you Samantha and Jerry for an incredible experience!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniela S., Grand Junction

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
One of the most beautiful vacation rental houses we have ever stayed in. Very relaxing and away from huzzle, but just a short car trip from beaches. The special touches and the thoughtfulness upon our arrival made our week even sweeter.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

bertrand c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa and location
Superb stay in this lovely with breathtaking views on the snow cloud mountains and sea. Sam and Jerry were brilliant hosts with lots of excellent tips of places to visit.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place
Very genuine off beaten track villa, great hosts, breathtaking surroundings. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing break
Crete and its people are wonderful and the property allowed us to enjoy the hospitality and scenery fully. There are many excellent tavernas within a short drive and access to mountains and coast is 25 mins max. Beautiful. The property is within a small group and is exceptionally clean with all facilities and regular cleaning was made every few days during our two weeks. We would recommend the property to anybody looking for an opportunity to unwind The owners are readily available for help and advice should you need it.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
You will not be disappointed!!
As we had booked the Villa before March 2020 our August holiday was to be blighted by the prospect of cancellation through Covid. Samantha supported us all the way and kept us informed of any changes over in Crete. The Villa was well worth the anxiety; it’s a beautiful building in a beautiful location. It has a backdrop of the White Mountains and views out towards the sea. The Villa has everything you could ever need and Samantha is but a phone call away for advice and help.

10/10 Excellent

Roz B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Slice of Heaven
Gorgeous well appointed villa with panoramic views. A brilliant taste of rural Crete with all home comforts. The villa is spacious, comfortable and immaculately clean. Pool is sufficiently deep enough to enjoy a swim, without being scarily so. Warm welcome at the airport from the owner was hugely appreciated - particularly as we arrived at night. Recommend trying the food delivery service from the local taverna. Delicious! The area offers a brilliant mix of holiday options ranging from beaches, rural villages, mountains and archaeological sites as well as the Venetian city of Chania itself. This property is highly recommended. Just book it!

10/10 Excellent

Euan Duncan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A magnificent villa for a true Cretan experience
The villa is wonderful located to provide the serenity of the mountains and easy access to the glorious beaches and sea. It is beautifully designed to give privacy and views all round. The architecture is sympathetic to the surroundings but fully modern and providing everything needed for a fantastic holiday. The owners could not have been more accommodating. It comes with a 5 star rating.

10/10 Excellent

Karen E., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous stone villa, lovely hosts
The villa is even nicer than the photos, it’s built with thick stone walls and wooden beamed ceilings. The rooms are all good size and the beds are super comfy. My husband and I stayed in August with our three children and we had the perfect amount of space and privacy. The villa is cleaned with fresh linen mid week which was much appreciated. The children loved the pool and we loved the views of the mountains and valleys to the sea, the mountain breezes and the rich greenery. There are several lovely villages between the house and the coast, and we explored different areas of the coastline too. Stavros and his wife were very kind friendly and helpful, not intrusive but always available if needed. Very good communication with the hosts. We highly recommend this place as an ideal slightly off the beaten track location from which to explore northern Greece
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen P., Oxford, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house in wonderful area
We have just returned from 2 glorious weeks’ holiday in this beautiful house in the village of Melidoni. The scenery is stunning and visiting the nearby sites and villages is a fantastic experience. The house is beautifully built, designed and stylish and there is a lovely pool. We were there with our children, partners and grandchildren and we all loved it. A huge bonus was that the manager, Stavros, couldn’t have been more helpful, informative and interesting on the history, culture, geology - everything - of Crete. We followed much of his advice on places to visit, eat etc and were never disappointed. We love Crete and this was the most beautiful place we have stayed.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Perfect getaway!
Lovely clean and modern apartment with a gentle mountain breeze. Kids loved the pool and the beaches and restaurants nearby were plentiful. Lots to see and do, throughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

alan p.

Really beautiful views and would definitely go and stay there yet again
any holidays we have ever had and would recommend the villa it was spotless it had everything one could wish for and a beautiful pool for the children
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Stunning Villa at the top of Melidoni - views are outstanding
We had an amazing holiday which was helped by the beautiful villa that is tucked away at the top of Melidoni . The village is extremely quite , just what we needed for a relaxing break. The island is stunning and with Stavros ' top places to visit' it meant that we spent many hours creating extraordinary life time memories. The villa is well equipped , clean and the beds extremely comfy - it created the best setting for such a relaxing but memorable holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

kevin w.

Lovely, quiet , peaceful and charming stone villa. We’ll build and we’ll equiped
We absolutely loved staying here so much that we added an extra 4 days on. The mountain views and the tranquility were exactly what we needed and I can honestly say it was a small slice of heaven. The hosts were superb and extremely helpful all along and Stavros was a mine of information and a great help with suggestions Be aware, you need a car and the road can be a little tight. Nearest decent eatery was 3 miles away down hill All in all a very enjoyable and relaxing place Would defiantly return here
Stayed 10 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

W S.

Great location and very comfortable villa
We had an excellent stay - the villa is spacious, well-designed and welcoming and the scenery is wonderful - mountains behind and long views down to the sea in front. Sitting on the terrace with beer and olives, listening to sheep bells on the hillside you really appreciate the peace of a village setting. But the drive to ancient villages or beaches or shops or cities is an easy one. The owners and neighbours are very friendly and hospitable with advice on where to go, what to see and how to get there and a week was not enough to do all we would have liked. We would definitely recommend a holiday here.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Sima K.

Lovely well kept villa
We travelled as a three generational family. Samantha was helpful pre-arrival with any questions that we had. The villa was really well maintained with the necessary amenities (Wi-fi, dishwasher, washing machine, BBQ). One of the bedrooms with a bunk bed is only accessed through the Master bedroom. Stavros was super helpful in recommending places to go to and organising the home cooked meal (mousakka and baked lamb were good, the local red wine was interesting). The weather wasn’t nice enough for us to use the pool but we would love to come back when it’s hotter! Thank you Samantha and Stavros!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D., Somerset, UK

Total relaxation in magical surroundings
We couldn't fault this property or the location. Just wonderful! Stavros was so friendly and always around for helpful advice. The villa has amazing views and the light mountain breeze in the evening was perfect after a hot day. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

A beautifully well built villa
A solid stone, well equipped villa with stunning views of the White Mountains and down to the coast. We had a lovely stay, the villa is about 40mins drive from Chania and 20mins from Kalyves. There are a number of good taverna's in the surrounding area, car is essential to enjoy getting out and about, but lazy days poolside are so enjoyable as this area is so peaceful. We have holiday'd in Crete a few times and have never been let down by the quality of our villa rental's. The owners communicated well with no fuss; we would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

richard d.

Amazing Villa. Nice and peaceful. Will return. Very happy great holiday.
Great communication from Samantha at all times. Villa is so nice. It's the perfect place as we like getting away from the crowds. Stayed with my wife and two kids aged 3 and 1. Stavros is a gentleman, he made us feel very welcome and gave good advice about Crete. Food ordered from the lovely lady in the village is a true taste of Cretan cooking. We ordered 3 times. Kids loved that pool, which is where they spent most of the time. Definitely will return. Many thanks for a stress free holiday x
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

Lovely environment and very enjoyable holiday!
We loved the Villa and the location. Good country walks on the doorstep, easy driving distance to Chania. The Villa was very clean and all essential needs were provided. We found the people of Crete very helpful and friendly, and very much so enjoyed our visit. Local food produce was fresh and the meals at the local Taverna's we visited were wonderful! A very relaxing atmosphere in the Villa, surrounded by mountain views. A great place to feel away from the 'hussle and bussle' of life. Plenty to do if you like nature and ancient history and good food!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Truly relaxing, very enjoyable
We had a very enjoyable stay. The villa was well equipped and had all we needed for a great family holiday. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Max P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Der perfekte Ort
Wir haben eine großartige Zeit in der traumhaften Villa von Samantha und Jerry verbracht. Der Aufenthalt dort hat unsere schon hohen Erwartungen nochmal um einiges übertroffen. Die Villa selbst ist ein echtes Juwel. Sie liegt inmitten der Apokoronas-Hügel und bietet einen beeindruckenden Blick auf die Berge und zugleich über die Küste auf das Meer. Das Haus, das aus massivem Stein erbaut wurde, verbindet auf gelungene Weise den Charme eines traditionellen griechischen Gebäudes mit modernem Komfort. Besonders genossen haben wir den privaten Pool und den liebevoll angelegten Garten, die ideale Orte waren, um zwischen den Ausflügen ans Meer, in die Berge oder nach Chania die sonnigen Tage zu genießen und zu entspannen. Die Lage in dem ruhigen Dorf bot uns die Möglichkeit, dem hektischen Alltag zu entfliehen. Gleichzeitig war es nur eine kurze Fahrt runter bis zu den schönen Stränden an der Küste und nach Chania. Schon bei unserer Ankunft wurden wir herzlich von Jerry und Samantha empfangen. Die Gastfreundschaft der beiden hat dazu beigetragen, dass wir uns sehr willkommen gefühlt haben. Besonders schön für uns und die Kinder war der spannende Trip in die Berge, den wir alle gemeinsam gemacht haben. Wir hoffen, bald wieder nach Kreta an diesen wunderschönen Ort kommen zu können!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023