Entire home

Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach

Photo gallery for Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach

Smart TV
Outdoor pool, an infinity pool
Exterior
5 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103229 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Gym
    GymGym
  • Parking available
    Parking availableParking available
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Tavronitis, Crete
  • Popular LocationPlatanias Square9 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlatanias Beach19 min drive
  • Popular LocationAgia Marina Beach21 min drive
  • AirportChania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)44 min drive

Most relevant reviews

About this property

Entire place

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

Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach

The Luxury Retreat, is part of an Elite group of ThinkVilla bespoke stays, where hand-picked exceptional properties of outstanding 24/7 service, incredible tailored experiences and unique cultural charm await to inspire you. The Villa has been certified with the Seal of Approval, a 300’ Criteria Rating, for the unique design, innovation, individual quality & inspiring offerings only with ThinkVilla. The license number of the Greek National Tourism Organization is : 1213914

An Overview of the Impeccable Retreat
A little piece of paradise. Melia Luxury Villa II, is a spectacular luxury sea side villa, with a swimming pool and spacious outdoor lounges, making it an ideal family or friends favourite for summer holidays for years to come. From the moment you step into the Villa you’ll be welcomed into a truly unique space, one that only a privileged few will ever experience. Boasting effortlessly chic interiors, spectacular settings, this sea side villa is yours to remember. The allure of this home is impossible to ignore. With plenty of space for the whole family to unfurl in, here is a home where loved ones can set themselves free. This holiday home flaunts exquisite interiors that exude a certain ethereal elegance, guarantee a perfectly relaxing and rejuvenating stay. A striking structure on Tavronitis close to Chania town, this self-catering hideaway, is a nod to the modern Cretan summerhouse. With an outdoor private 50sqm infinity pool (can be heated with extra fee) with hydromassage features, this is a spectacular 250m2 villa, that can host up to 10 guests to unwind, just a few steps away from the Sea. The unique home is also wheelchair accessible, featuring a ramp, access to the Ground Floor pool & living - cum area, with a specially designed wheelchair friendly bedroom and bathroom also.

*The villa is part of a Melia Luxury Villas complex, it is the 2nd in Line ( one other villa is located just in front and another one behind) where two more villas are located, each with their own pool and facilities. The villa is just a few steps away from the sea.

External Living | Pool & BBQ
This captivating home is embellished with a private 50m2 swimming pool (can be Heated with extra fee) with hydromassage features, enriched with a lounge area and outdoor dinning area. Grown-ups can lounge to their sun loungers before idling back for al fresco barbecues (gas) under sunset skies. The property lays in 200sqm outdoor area with spectacular surroundings. An ideal holiday escape for those who seek ultimate privacy and summery living just a few steps away from the sea. A wheelchair ramp is also available making the entire ground level of this home wheelchair accessible.

Internal Living | Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Cleverly repurposed finds and sumptuous furnishings create a calming sensory design throughout. The spacious villa spreads through two separate floors, making it an ideal escape for a large family or a group of friends. Lounge at the impeccable ground floor living room and watch the sunset lazily on the horizon before curling up on the sofa with a paperback. Set up a movie marathon at the 45’ Smart TV on long summer nights. A bespoke living-cum fully equipped kitchen awaits to inspire you for culinary wonders, with access to the pool area and to an iconic sea view dinning spot. The villa features three wonderful bedrooms on the ground floor, one with en-suite bathroom and one more shared bathroom (wheelchair accessible), allowing plenty of space and comfort for all. On the lower lever lay two more spacious bedrooms and another shared bathroom. The villa can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests in real beds, in its 5 spacious bedrooms, with 3 spacious bathrooms. All bedrooms feature premium mattresses and linen, hypoallergenic Coco-mat. The Ground floor of the villa is wheelchair accessible.

Ground Floor | Living Room & Lounge Area ( Featuring a 45’ smart TV) • Fully Equipped Kitchen • 1 x Double Bedroom with Kings Bed (1.80x2.00) and en-suite bathroom with walk in shower • 2 x Double Bedrooms with Kings Bed (1.80x2.00), one shared Bathroom with Walk in Shower (wheelchair friendly) & another shared Bathroom • Direct access to the pool, BBQ and terrace • The is a wheelchair outdoor ramp available, making the entire ground floor level wheelchair accessible

Lower Floor | Lounge Area ( Featuring a 45’ smart TV) and kitchenette with mini fridge, espresso machine and washing machine • 2 x Twin Bedrooms with two single beds (0.90x2.00) that can be converted into a King Beds upon request and a Shared bathroom with walk in shower.*Kindly note that the ground floor & lower floor have only an external stair case access & their own separate entrances to provide more privacy for guests.

Bonus : Only steps away from the villa you will find a beach, where you can enjoy a morning swim. The unique home is also wheelchair accessible, featuring a ramp, access to the Ground Floor pool & living - cum area, with a specially designed wheelchair friendly bedroom and bathroom also.

Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Housekeeping twice per week and towels and linen changes once per week • Baby cot, high chair, bed guard are available upon request • Pool and garden cleaning twice per week

Practicalities
There is secure parking space outside the Villa’s premises for two cars • The property is well-equipped with Fridge with freezer, Electric stove with oven, Filter coffee machine, Nespresso Machine, Microwave, Kettle, Sandwich Maker, Toaster, Juice Maker, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer, First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Mod Cons
High quality Coco-mat bath towels and pool towels are available • Premium Bathroom amenities are available • Air-conditioning in all areas is included & serves for heating purposes also • Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa • Outdoor BBQ (gas) • Outside shaded dining area • Indoor area 250m2 • Outdoor area 200m2 •TreadMill & Free Weights • Private Pool 50m2 with hydromassage features • Pre stock service available upon request • Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November) • Events are welcome upon request & only if all the three Melia Luxury Villas are booked. Prior notice, extra fees, event contract required • 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included

*Please kindly note that the beach profile changes seasonally due to the change in wave energy experienced during summer and winter months.

Outdoor Pool Heating Policy: 

- Pool Temperature | Heating temperature could vary up to 26°C subject to the outdoor weather conditions.

- Preferred Months | Pool heating is typically used during the months March - Mid June & October, November.
- Advance Notice | 4 days’ notice prior arrival is mandatory for the pool to reach the optimal temperature.

- Additional Fees | 60€/day
-Booking Duration | Pool heating is exclusively bookable for the entire stay, at the cumulative cost as outlined above.

- Weather Conditions | When the outside temperature is above 25 °C or in case of rain it shall not operate. Kindly note that a pool cover is not available.

Location Overview :
Chania is an town that inspires the imagination and engages the senses. The spectacular sea front villa is located in Tavronitis area, in Chania. The villa is located directly in front of the sea. Just within a few minutes walking distance you may find a wonderful cafe and also shops and restaurants. Many sandy beaches are close to the villa, like Platanias where you can cherish long summer days by the sea. It is only 20 minutes driving distance from the lively town of Chania and around 30 minuted driving distance from the famous Falasarna Beach.

Out & About
Nearest restaurant, cafe-bar : 300 metres
Nearest Beach : Directly in front of the Tavronitis Beach
Nearest Shopping : 800metres
Falasarna Beach : 30 kilometres (40 minutes driving distance)
Nearest Port Souda : 28 kilometres (30 minutes driving distance)
Chania International Airport : 40 kilometres (35 minutes driving distance)
Chania Town: 22 kilometres (20 minutes driving distance)
*Car rental is recommended if you wish to explore the hidden gems of the island.

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Secured self parking on site (surcharge)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • 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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed only outdoors.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Treadmill
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,229 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Note from host: Supervision of children is your responsibility.

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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 1213914

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

Melia Amalthia Villa, an Evanescence Retreat Platanias

About the neighborhood

Platanias

Located in Platanias, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Chania Central Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Platanias Beach and Agia Marina Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Limnoupolis Water Park and Maritime Museum of Crete. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Platanias Square - 9 min drive
  • Máleme Beach - 10 min drive
  • Platanias Beach - 19 min drive
  • Agia Marina Beach - 21 min drive
  • Afrata Beach - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Μύλος Καφέ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palio Arhontiko - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Symposium Buffet Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rooftop Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Almyrikia - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach have a pool?

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

Is Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach located?

This family-friendly Platanias villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tavrontis Beach, German War Cemetery and Máleme Beach. Platanias Beach and Olive Tree of Vouves are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Amalthia Luxury SeaSide Villa, with Pool (Heated) & Walking to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vishnu M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most phenomenal place
Pictures & words do not do this property justice. The location, quality of property, pool & basically everything are phenomenal. The best thing though is the villa hosts who were so kind & welcoming. We could not recommend highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Estadia perfeita
Muita paz, tranquilidade. Anfitriã super amável. Anna e Nikos sempre atenciosos e disponíveis. Casa excelente, decorada com muito bom gosto. Tudo novo. Região próxima de tudo, mas ainda assim envolta em sossego
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022