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Lovely family villa with stunning sea views, private pool, games room & wi-fi

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81722 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Plaka, Crete
  • Popular LocationAlmyrida Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationKalyves Beach13 min drive
  • AirportChania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)43 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarathi Beach49 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lovely family villa with stunning sea views, private pool, games room & wi-fi

This lovely hillside villa with stunning sea-facing views is on the edge of the popular village of Plaka with a good choice of tavernas and supermarkets in easy strolling distance. It is a short walk downhill to the beach at Almyrida with its lively water sports centre and even more tavernas, bars, shops and hotels.

The villa sleeps six comfortably and the basement games room, can if required, be made up with a further two single beds for a small additional charge.

Sea breezes provide welcome relief from the heat and mosquito screens on all the windows and patio doors provide protection from insects whilst allowing the air to circulate. Fans in the bedrooms and living area keep the villa cool.

On the ground floor there is a large open-plan living/dining area with a terrace overlooking the patio and pool. The well equipped kitchen includes a large fridge, washing machine and dish-washer.

There is a downstairs bedroom with double bed & large shower room with toilet and basin. The accommodation upstairs comprises master bedroom with double bed and guest bedroom with two single beds. The bathroom has an attractive corner bath, large shower, basin and toilet. The basement doubles as a 4th bedroom with a sofa that converts to two single beds.

There is also a table tennis table, TV, and well stocked bookshelves.

There is parking on the private drive. The fruit trees and plants in the large garden plot below attract a variety of birds and beyond that is forestry land.

Regular pool cleaning and maintenance is included in the rental. The pool is just under 10 metres in length and great for keeping fit as well as keeping cool.

Car hire, including airport pick-up, can be easily arranged with local companies based in Almyrida.

The courtyard area provides a shady retreat and houses the purpose built outdoor BBQ.

Property manager

Amanda Aviss

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Open staircases so not good for toddlers

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
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 1042K92003151201

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

About the neighborhood

Apokoronas

Located in Apokoronas, this villa is by the sea. 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 Georgioupolis Beach and Stavros Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Art of Living Glass Factory and Maritime Museum of Crete. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Almyrida Beach - 12 min walk
  • Kalyves Beach - 13 min drive
  • Port of Souda - 19 min drive
  • Loutraki Beach - 48 min drive
  • Marathi Beach - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lagos Taverna - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Platia Café Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Elena Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Costanita - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Gavalianos Kafenes - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely family villa with stunning sea views, private pool, games room & wi-fi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely family villa with stunning sea views, private pool, games room & wi-fi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely family villa with stunning sea views, private pool, games room & wi-fi?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely family villa with stunning sea views, private pool, games room & wi-fi located?

This family-friendly Apokoronas villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Almyrida Beach, Art of Living Glass Factory, and Kera. Koutalas Beach and Kalyves Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb villa with stunning views
The villa exceeded our expectations. It is spacious, comfortable, well equipped and the most amazing views of Souda bay. The village of Plaka has a few amazing restaurants and the beach at Almyrida is great especially for younger children.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long time coming
Booked in 2019 arrived Sept 22 due to Covid. Villa very well positioned for amazing sunsets and vista across Souda Bay .Short stroll into village to lovley Taverna's well stocked small supermarkets. Good location to explore west of the Island if you can leave beaches of Almyrida and Kalives for a few hours
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa and location.
A lovely comfortable villa in a really nice Greek village- lots of choices of places to eat within a few minutes walk and even more choice in Almyrida. The pool area is great and the view is beautiful. Loads to do nearby if you want to such as water sports, boat hire and the water park nearby is great. The only minor issue is that I knew it didn’t have air con when I booked it but as the weather was particularly hot and humid on some days the fans weren’t really enough. We would definitely come again as there is still so much more we would like to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maro K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely villa
We love western Crete and have stayed in Almyrida a few times. Decided on Plaka this time as villa looked so nice and it was.. Had good communication with owner before and after booking. Villa is spacious and comfortable. All facilities you need for holiday stay. Especially great views of sunset over Almyrida. Hope to visit again soon :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

dave m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely brilliant
Thank you very much Amanda for letting us stay. The views from the balcony were amazing the villa had everything we needed. The pool was used a lot and was great fun. The boy loved having his own cave ( downstairs room). I could not find a loose railing on any of the balconies. Would highly recommend this lovely villa to anyone, we had a fantastic time.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant
Myself and 3 friends have just got home from an amazing stay in Crete. The villa was very clean and well presented upon arrival and the balcony views out into the bay were stunning. If only we could have stayed for longer as there is so much to do on the island. A brilliant trip from start to finish. Thank you Mandy 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely villa with view but not suitable for under 3s
We had a lovely stay this July/August at Julanda. The views, especially in the evening, were fantastic and we enjoyed many evenings on the terrace watching the sun set and having dinner. We found the villa fairly easily from the airport even in the dark, the cleanliness of the villa was great, and the villa was stocked with everything we needed for our full stay including, fresh bed linen, towels, full kitchen crockery etc. Unfortunately, the reason we cannot give it 5 stars is for two reasons, the lack of air conditioning and the unsuitability of the villa for our full party. We had a 22 month old in our party and the villa really is not suitable for children of this age. We were constantly on edge having to watch him as the stairs were very dangerous as they are not enclosed so a child could fall off the edge, falling 2-3 metres. There are no pictures of the stairs so we really weren’t expecting this. There are also no child stair gates available. The manager did provide us with some wood to block the stairs off but it made it quite difficult coming up and down the stairs for everybody else. Also the wood for the top 2nd floor rail on the terrace was rotten and one of the pieces is completely loose so the gap was big enough for a child under 5 to easily fall through, so we couldn’t have our youngest child up on that terrace either, as it can only take a second of not watching them for an accident to happen. With regard to the air conditioning, when we originally booked the villa we did not realise it did not have air con. We do think this should be stated in the description. Once we realised it didn’t have air con we read through the reviews and nobody seemed bothered so we thought it would be cool enough. Unfortunately we did not find this to be the case, although each bedroom does have a fan, in the height of summer heat this really is not enough and we found the evenings uncomfortably hot to sleep. Overall, I would definitely recommend this villa to a party with adults or older children but if you are bothered about air con or have young children this villa is not suitable.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views
Just returned from a two week stay at this villa and had a fantastic time. The view every morning from the bedroom is stunning and the sunsets were unreal. Great location for restaurants, beaches, and shopping. The owner, Amanda, and Carina who looks after to property were always on hand and very friendly. Would definitely recommend this villa for anyone looking to stay in Crete, and would love to return!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Novella W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Week
The villa was wonderful and exceeded our expectations! A perfect location with breathtaking views and so convenient on the outskirts of Plaka village. We loved having the pool and exploring the many beaches and numerous places of interest. So relaxing and perfect!!

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we wanted and more!
We’ve just returned from a fantastic stay at Julanda. The property was everything we could ask for, clean, spacious and in a great location for exploring the nearby beaches. The pool was a perfect size for 6 and the rooms were spacious with plenty of storage. The villa stayed cool, despite the high temperatures, and due to its elavated position there was a lovely gentle breeze on the hottest of days. The villa was well equipped with everything you’d expect and some extras too. Including games for the evening and snorkels and inflatables for the beach and pool. Waking up to the views from the balcony made our holiday to Crete even more special. The owner was reachable for any problems and advice and we’d definitely return given the chance! You can walk into Plaka to find a couple of shops and choice of tavernas selling lovely food and although you could walk to the nearest beaches and tavernas in Almyrida, with two young children we chose to drive to avoid the steep walks back up to Plaka. There was plenty of places to park, some lovely shops, including a fantastic bakery, pharmacy, supermarkets and seafronted eateries. We spent most of our mornings here enjoying the rock pools and snorkelling. We also went to Kalves and the beach is bigger and again has everything you could ask for. Would highly reccomend booking this Villa if you are looking for a peaceful holiday with lots of options to see more of Crete. The photos don’t quite do it justice!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019