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A multi-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are bookshelves and a television.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a chandelier.
A spacious living room with a large flat-screen TV, a blue sofa set, a pink armchair, and a staircase leading to another level.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 94521 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Χανιά, Crete
  • Place, Kalamaki Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Agioi Apostoloi Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chania

Kalamaki Beach is a short stroll from this villa, and other popular attractions like Agia Marina Beach are within a few miles (5 km). The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • Kalamaki Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Agioi Apostoloi Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stalos Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Iguana Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leptos Panorama Hotel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ελια - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pita Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Katsaroles Taverna - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Notis - ‬4 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.

Villa Vanelia Mare - Guest Favorite Elegant Stay! Authentic Greek Hospitality!

Villa Vanelia Mare is approved by the Greek Tourism Organization with license number: 1042K91003231701

Villa Vanelia Mare is ideally located 4 km. west of Chania and the beautiful Old Venetian Harbor and 200m from the sandy beach of Kalamaki where you will find cafés, bars, restaurants, shops, super markets. You can reach Public Transport in a 3' walk for all parts of the city but also for the whole island. At Villa Vanelia Mare you will find peace, relaxation and entertainment. The SPA Hydromassage Pool with jet will complete the fun of your holidays! The Cretan hospitality is our No.1 priority!

Villa Vanelia Mare spacious and luxurious with a sophisticated environment offers 4 bedrooms, all bright and airy spaces with private balconies. Enjoy the sun laying on your comfy sunbed and cool yourself in the private SPA pool with hydromassage jet, a specially designed BBQ area and a PIZZA outdoor oven wood fired, a fully equiped kitchen, satellite TV and high speed WI-FI, beautiful garden with lawn to enjoy playtime, large terraces with dining tables with mountain and sea view... You are welcomed to a place where you can have it all! Imagine a Villa where the most important thing is you! A dream location in Chania,Greece. A place for lovers of life. Discover a new universe where anything can happen!

The Villa provides 24 hour reception to serve its guests. We can help you arrange your transfer from and to the airport, private cruises with yachts (including fishing trips), horseriding, hiking to Samaria Gorge, daytrips with luxurious taxi vans to famous beautiful beach destinations like Elafonisi beach and Balos lagoon, special offers from our partners with rent a car-bicycle-motor-ATV agencies and so much more!!!

Private swimming pool exclusive for the guests of the Villa.
Housekeeping included in price.
Children are welcome.
Car rental service.
Organized Tour Service for the whole island. (upon request).
Transportation to and from the airport (upon request).

Barbara, the host, is always ready to do her best to provide you with advice and tips during your stay, helping you to experience the sights, the crystal clear blue beaches, the delicious delicacies of the island and especially the Cretan hospitality!

In these heavenly surroundings, Villa Vanelia Mare offers all facilities and services proper to a Villa of its category.

Discover a new world at Villa Vanelia Mare, located on the privileged island of Crete (Greece). The elements of nature are combined on this island to be one of the only natural paradises in the world. Guests will admire the perfect harmony of the design with the surroundings of the amazing gardens and beaches with the most beautiful white sand.
The villa is soundproofed and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. A Smart TV comes with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

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.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 4,521 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

Guests have to pay the ENVIRONMENTAL CITY TAX which is 15€ per day of stay and is paid in CASH on check out.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 1042Κ91003231701

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed GBP 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this villa?

This villa in Chania is within a 10-minute walk of Kalamaki Beach, Sunset Beach, and Go Karting Kato Galatas. You'll also find Golden Beach and Agia Marina Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Villa Vanelia Mare - Guest Favorite Elegant Stay! Authentic Greek Hospitality!?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the villa. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at this villa?

Spa services at the villa include massages.

Is this villa adjacent to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Villa Vanelia Mare - Guest Favorite Elegant Stay! Authentic Greek Hospitality!?

There are many amenities for couples at this villa, including a chef service and a private pool in each villa, and some feature ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at Villa Vanelia Mare - Guest Favorite Elegant Stay! Authentic Greek Hospitality!?

No, this villa doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this villa include breakfast service?

This villa offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Will this villa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Are there connecting rooms at Villa Vanelia Mare - Guest Favorite Elegant Stay! Authentic Greek Hospitality!?

No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ), which is 16.3 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Villa Vanelia Mare - Guest Favorite Elegant Stay! Authentic Greek Hospitality!?

Yes, every villa at Villa Vanelia Mare - Guest Favorite Elegant Stay! Authentic Greek Hospitality! comes with a balcony and some offer ocean and mountain views.

Villa Vanelia Mare - Guest Favorite Elegant Stay! Authentic Greek Hospitality! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time staying at Barbara’s place and would highly recommend it to anyone considering a stay in Chania.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Wonderful !

Thanks to Barbara for her welcome, her advices for visits and restaurants. Villa very well located, very clean, very pleasant swimming pool. Everything was very good.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome home in Galatas Greece

We had a fantastic experience with our house rental! Barbara, the host, made the entire process effortless, and her communication was excellent throughout. The highlight for our kids was undoubtedly the pool, which they thoroughly enjoyed. Overall, we were extremely pleased with our stay and would highly recommend this rental to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing villa in a wonderful location, very convenient. Made only better by the tremendous communication and assistance from Barbara. If you need a luxury villa near Chania, this is the one. Own car is advisable, that would be my recommendation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I'd like to thank Barbara from all of us for making this such a fantastic stay. Barbara would respond promptly whether to queries for information prior to arriving as well as during the stay. I arranged airport transfers and trips into Chania with Barbara, and they were all reliable transfers. Barbara has lots of contacts for trips, restaurants etc which saved a lot of time.Like in previous reviews we arranged for Barbara's aunt to cook for us. We chose the day that we arrived as that took the pressure off trying to sort something out. she was easily able to cater for our dietary requirements, and we had enough food left over to eat on subsequent days.The villa is a well proportioned 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom property set up on a hill with fantastic views of the sea, beaches, and mountains. There’s lots of outdoor space to sit around and sun loungers by the pool. The property also has a wood burner bbq and a pizza oven that they set up. Everything you need for a short stay is in the house and if you need anything else then just ask Barbara. We wanted to bake a cake but there was no tin. We asked Barbara and she promptly delivered along with some kitchen towels and saucepan mats for the tables.The shops, restaurants, grocers, local beach are a short 10 minute walk down the hill. We ate at a few of the restaurants and all were friendly with good food options at a reasonable price.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect vacation in Chania! The property is exactly as listed, very clean and spacious. The pool was so nice to have as the summer days are hot. The location is also perfect. You can walk to the grocery store, restaurants and the beach. The bus stop is also right down the road so you can get to Old Town Chania very easily. Barbara was an amazing host. She was so helpful with tours, suggestions, directions, recommendations. Anything we asked for Barbara was able to make it happen. Highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastiskt

Vi har haft en underbar vecka. Huset är mycket bra. Bilderna stämmer med verkligheten. Barbara är en utmärkt värd. Mycket hjälpsam. Fixade transfer, utflykt och hjälp med matinköp. Vi kan verkligen rekommendera boendet. Anna-Maria och Eva
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Villa in great location

The villa is spacious and has a great pool for swimming in - deep water pretty much throughout. Barbara was lovely and gave us lots of tips to help us enjoy our stay. Elofonissa beach is a must and for those that like a challenging walk the Samaria gorge. Would recommend this villa and hope to visit again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Accommodation cool, clean & well equipped; swimming pool a great assest; Barbara helpful, caring and available whenever needed to order taxi's etc or to give guidance.; local sandy beach clean and swimming very safe for children (provided adult supervision); good places to eat for lunchtime snacks or for evening meals; airport very near.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Kato Galates

We absolutely loved our stay. Barbara was an excellent host - she went the extra mile (and even drove us to the market when we arrived late). Her place was outstanding - lots of space, clean, great pool and outdoor eating and balconies to watch the Chania sunrises. We’re coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and close to beach!

Barbara’s villa is lovely. It had lots of room for two families and everything you need for a relaxing visit. We all loved the pool, which has a shallow end and a great deep end for cannonballs. The place is a short jaunt from the beach and from several great restaurants. We enjoyed doing pilates on the second floor balcony with the ocean in sight!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning villa, perfect host

Barbara, the host, cannot do enough for you. From organising airport transfers to taking us to the supermarket in her own car to stock up on provisions, organising for her aunt to cook us all an amazing meal one evening and providing us with anything we needed to know about the area. This villa was amazing, 5 star luxury with absolutely everything you would need for a comfortable stay. The lemon trees provided us with much needed lemons for our gin and tonics which we could sip on from multiple verandas overlooking mountains and a seaview. Thankyou Barbara for making our stay perfect 🥰
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Home and Great Host

This was the best VRBO property we have stayed in. The pictures don't do it justice. It is so nice and easily absorbed the 5 of us with space to spare. The location is great with no major sights more than 20 minutes away by car. Barbara was an excellent host. She helped coordinate a scuba diving trip and saved us 100 euros on a private boat trip. Her restaurant recommendations were all excellent, from the casual breakfast to the fancy dinner. She set the standard for hosting a vacation property. Thanks so much for taking such good care of us Barbara.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Upon arrival, my party was greeted very warmly by Barbara who offered a tour of the house. The living room offered a great space to settle down and enjoy some family time. All four bedrooms were very neat and clean, we had no complaints with sanitation. The bathrooms as well were cleaned thoroughly. All the amenities were in great condition and working; the pool, AC units, kitchen appliances, and bathrooms are in prime condition. The addition of Smart TV’s allowed for a better entertainment experience along with the Ping-Pong table. The Wi-Fi was very stable throughout the house. Our hostess, Barbara, was very attentive and widely available. She assured that our experience would be smooth; making sure breakfast was ready or assisting with any difficulties. Our experience overall was very pleasant and reliable. The house is a exactly as shown in the pictures and reviews. We greatly recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacker och rymlig villa

Allt funkade toppen och vi hade en fantastisk semester mitt i varmaste juli. Det tar 10-15 min till bad och det är enkelt att ta sig till Chania som har mysiga restauranger och shopping. Rekommenderas!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation at Barbara's Villa!

We had an incredible stay at Barbara's villa. The villa is beautiful just like in the pictures, exceptionally clean, beds are very comfortable, the views are amazing. It has absolutely everything you will need to have a wonderful stay. There are great restaurants and wineries in the area, beautiful beaches, and Chania old town is just a short drive away. What made our vacation even better was Barbara's help with recommending amazing local restaurants, places to see, etc. Barbara’s communication is great, she is very responsive and helped us to make this trip even more memorable. Thank you Barbara for your hospitality! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 13 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dejlig villa

En fantastisk villa hvor alt var som beskrevet i annonce. Det eneste som der godt kunne være mere af er liggestole - der var 5 og huset har plads til 8 , men det er en bagatel.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property for a party of 8

We travelled here for a week in August, Barbara was a brilliant host and helped us to organise car hire as well as suggesting the best places to visit. The villa is really spacious with loads of room for 4 couples. Excellent restaurants and shops nearby as well as beautiful beaches to visit
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Familienurlaub

Tolles Haus. Nette und hilfreiche Betreuung. Lage des Hauses ideal für Ausflüge zu den Stränden im Westen Kretas.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Villa, Great Location

We were greeted by Barbara, who was a great host. Always available for help and advice on where to go and where to eat. Also Barbara offered to take us to the supermarket to get our provisions on more than one occasion. We decided not to hire a car as we were a group of 7 friends who just wanted to relax together and enjoy the lovely weather. The villa is very comfortable with great outdoor space to eat and relax. The terraces around both levels are spacious and the neighbourhood is quiet. The villa has lovely views of the surrounding mountains and the sea. The pool is not very large but very deep, perhaps not recommended if you have young children but not an issue for us. However the local beach is only a 10 mins walk away together with shops, mini markets and a good choice of restaurants. The local sandy beach is lovely and clean, the sea crystal clear and the loungers and umbrellas are free as long as you buy drinks from the bar/restaurants behind. The bus stop for getting into Chania is at the bottom of the street and it only takes about 20 mins. Chania is a beautiful town with plenty to do and see. An excellent choice for a wonderful holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfecto

Villa Vanelia Mare was perfect! From start to finish everything was grand. Barbara was great with communicating before, during, and after our trip. Next time we have more time to sit and relax and enjoy more of the many amenities at her beautiful home, we will be visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Villa, great host

Barbara made our stay most enjoyable, she’s a great host and couldn’t do enough for us, recommending local restaurants, attractions and even arranging an amazing boat trip. The villa is great with plenty of space and numerous dining options. All the bedrooms rooms have balconies and one has an en-suite with 3 other bedrooms sharing two bathrooms. A five minute walk to the local beach and loads of great dining options. We particularly liked Corinna Star. The only disappointment is the size of the swimming pool, not big enough to swim or stand in due to the depth, but the outdoor space is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic villa with a great host!

Our stay at Villa Vanelia Mare was wonderful - the property itself and also Barbara, the host, were amazing. The villa is perfect for big families like ours and Barbara went out of her way to make sure it had everything we needed for ourselves and our baby. As other people mentioned, she was kind enough to take us to the grocery store and also set up activities for us, call us cabs, and make recommendations. She was beyond friendly and helpful! The villa was gorgeous and clean and the pictures really don't do it justice! We loved the pool and the outdoor pizza oven and used both a lot. The villa had everything we needed. We did rent a car a few days in because we always wanted to leave at the busiest time to call a cab. If you just want to relax at the villa and walk to the little beach and several restaurants and shops nearby, you don't need one, but if you plan to travel around to Chania a couple of times I recommend renting a car. All in all, a great stay! We will recommend to our friends and also stay again if we visit Crete again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent !!

Everything about this property was excellent we all really enjoyed it I wish we were all still by the pool ! Barbara was a Gem and did so much to help even helping us order take away hahah. We all miss you xx
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommend

Luxurious and comfortable; clean and very user-friendly; great location. Don't miss this place if you are planning a trip to Chania and the lovely beaches in the west and Southwest. The owner is really attentive and right on top of everything - nothing is out of place and all details are attended to -
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019