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4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Old Road, Gavalochori - Almyrida, Crete
  • Place, Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori
    â€Ș3 min drive‬
  • Place, Almyrida Beach
    â€Ș4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalyves Beach
    â€Ș7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    â€Ș45 min drive‬

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About the area

Apokoronas

A family-friendly stay in Apokoronas awaits you at this villa. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and 2.3 km (1.5 mi) from Almyrida Beach. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and villa features a private pool, a washing machine and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a fenced private garden are also available.

What's nearby

  • Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Almyrida Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kera - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kalyves Beach - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Art of Living Glass Factory - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘÎ Î±ÏÎ±ÎŽÎżÏƒÎčαÎșό ÎșÎ±Ï†Î”ÎœÎ”ÎŻÎż-ÎŒÎ”Î¶Î”ÎŽÎżÏ€Ï‰Î»Î”ÎčÎż η Î”Î»Ï€ÎŻÎŽÎ± - ‬15 min walk
  • â€ȘΑρÎčÏƒÎŒÎ±ÏÎŻ - ‬15 min walk
  • â€ȘHarokopos - ‬5 min drive
  • â€ȘGaidaros - ‬6 min drive
  • â€ȘNektar - ‬6 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.

☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi

This property is managed by 'Saint Basil Olive Grove - Rentavillacrete'

GREEK TOURIST LICÂŁNCE NUMBER: 1042K91002923301

Perfect if you want privacy! This house is not overlooked by any other villa. It sleeps up to 8 persons in 4 double/twin bedrooms and has a private swimming pool. For people in wheelchairs or with limited mobility, the downstairs double bedroom is ideal, being next to the downstairs shower room and W/C with commode available. British plumbing and WC - no small pipes!

IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS WITH SMALL CHILDREN! This villa has a downstairs kitchen which looks out directly onto the gated pool. This means you can see your children playing in the pool while you are preparing lunch! Many other villas in the area have not been designed with holidaymakers like you in mind because they have an upstairs (Greek Style) kitchen which means you may have to balance a meal and a drink on a tray while walking down a flight of stairs with a toddler following behind you or under your feet! We designed this feature BEFORE the houses were built - you are not an afterthought!

Our guests often comment that this villa is in the perfect location: within walking distance from two villages, close enough to enjoy their facilities but not too close to be disturbed by barking dogs, crowing cockerels and noisy human nightlife that happens in any and every Cretan village or town.

The villa is located in a peaceful private olive grove of 4.5 acres (17,000 square metres). It is one of only 5 villas in the olive grove, all of which are owned by us. The olive grove is secure, being fenced and hedged by colourful oleander, and surrounded by olive trees. It is the perfect base to explore the picturesque Apokoronas area on foot or by car, with its tiny white hamlets nestled on green mountainsides. Apokoronas is a designated area of natural beauty, protected in a similar way to a National Park. At all times there are breath-taking views of the White Mountains which are snowcapped until late May. Literally on your doorstep there are numerous foot-trails through this most spectacular area of Crete, a genuine walker’s paradise.

Close to the villa are two villages. Almyrida, by the beach, is only a 3 minute drive away or you can walk it in half an hour. Gavalochori, further inland, is only a 1 minute drive away and you can walk there in less than 15 minutes.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1042Κ91002923301

We should mention

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

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi?

The closest beach to ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi is Almyrida Beach (2.2 km).

Does ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi have a pool?

☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi has a pool.

What luxury perks are available at ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

Is ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi?

No, ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at ☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi?

No, pets are not allowed.

☀ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀ FREE WiFi Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic !!! Villa Asteria is wonderful

Everything about the stay was brilliant - from the initial booking to the departure there were no hiccups or issues. We have stayed in a number of villas in the area over the last 10 years and Villa Asteria rates as one of if not the best !!! The villa is spacious and spotless and has all the amenities desired. Location is great, a quiet, reasonably secluded area but just minutes away from the local village (Gavlochori) and the nearest seaside resort (Almyrida). I would not hesitate recommending this villa to all or any of the other 3 villas in the St. Basil Olive Groves - John is an exceptional host. Thank you so much !! Book it - you will not be disappointed !!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend this Villa!

As soon as I booked, John warmly emailed me with great information, and he quickly answered all my questions. The villa was spotless, with aircon and a beautiful warm, clean pool. The villa is set in a lovely olive grove with beautiful mountain views. It's very quiet and peaceful. The local village of Gavalachory is so nice with a bakers, a few Tavernas, a shop, a lovely art and crafts shop and a museum. The beach and sea at Almyrida is gorgeous with nice Tavernas. We hired a car and received a warm welcome throughout the island. Thank you to our hosts John and Tina, we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Villa

Fabulously private villa although you will probably need a car to fully enjoy the holiday. Fantastic hosts who communicated brilliantly. I would definitely recommend
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness

a great base to explore Crete from

This is a delightful villa situated in the hills above the resort of Almyrida. It is comfortable with all amenities we could need. The pool is superb, clean and clear and a perfect temperature. The host could not have been more helpful and was responsive to all contacts we made. We were a couple but this would easily have been fine for 4 or 6 persons. It is well located for exploring Crete.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely villa in a peaceful olive grove

The villa is clean and spacious and as described in the listing. The kitchen area is small but well laid out with a good supply of crockery and utensils. The pool area is a good size and the covered patio is a lovely place to sit and eat lunch or have a nightcap. The owners clean the pool regularly and were always responsive when I had a query. A car is handy but if you don’t mind walking or taking buses you can manage without one. The village of Gavalochory , which has a couple of good restaurants and a small supermarket, is a 15 minute walk away, you’ll need a torch at night as there are no streetlights. Almyrida, on the coast, has many restaurants, shops and bars and is a 30 minute walk away, a little longer to get back as it’s uphill. A taxi from Almyrida to the villa is 9 €. There is a bus service to Chania, which has a Venetian port and is a nice place to visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family holiday

If you are looking for a great family holiday then this is a good place to stay - close to amenities with its own pool. The owners were very quick to respond when we had a query.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely relaxing breal

A lovely villa in the foothills of the white mountains. Close to the villages and beach yet private and peaceful.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Villa Asteria-highly recommended.

Accurate description of the villa: Efficient communication and helpful advice before and after booking. The villa was excellent; well maintained in a good location within walking distance of Gavalochori while the setting in a quiet olive grove with views of the white mountains was impressive. Ideal villa for families with children, particularly as the swimming pool is gated.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hot days and dark skies

Lovley holiday in the Villa, amazing pool, perfect views and the night sky was simply perfect. The location was far enough away from the town that it was beautifully quiet. The perfect place to relax and wind down.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charlie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very enjoyable stay

Really enjoyed staying at this property. Very clean on arrival and the pool was lovely. It's 2 kms from the small town and beach and less to a village with a good taverna, so easy access to shops and restaurants but a quiet place to stay. When needed the air conditioning made the house comfortable when very warm outside. The host was extremely helpful with information prior to the visit and very quick to respond to any queries.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H., Brighton

Fantastic place for a family holiday

Lovely villa with pool, spotlessly clean, nestling in the foothills of Crete. Idyllic.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Really amazing quiet location. Beautiful backdrop. Loved our restful holiday

We have just returned from a fantastic family holiday 8 of us stayed at the villa. No problems. You do need a car. Lovely local restaurants quiet and peaceful. Jeep safari and baoa trips were great local watersports good. Beach front resturants nice but pricey. Large Supermarket 15 mins in car. Would go back
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Peter M.

Superb Villa & Pool

We thoroughly enjoyed our two week stay at Villa Asteria. The villa is very spacious, well equipped and private. The pool and surrounding area is a really good size and there was always somewhere to be out of the sun.The location is beautiful. We did not hire a car as there was just the two of us. The walk down to Almyrida took about 25 minutes but the walk back was quite tough especially in the heat. However the taxi fare was only €9. The overall cleanliness of the villa was disappointing. Lots of dust and cobwebs.Some of the furnishings could do with being replaced. This is what stopped us from giving 5 stars. However this would not prevent us from returning to the villa,
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness

Sehr schönes Haus

Wir waren hier fĂŒr eine Woche mit unseren Teenager Söhnen und haben es sehr genossen.John und Tina sind sehr nette und hilfsbereite Gastgeber,die jederzeit ansprechbar sind.Das Haus liegt abseits vom Trubel in einem Olivenhain,es hat viel Platz und ist gut ausgestattet. Das einzige Manko ist, dass die Terrasse um den Pool kaum Schatten bietet,es gibt zwei Sonnemschirme,aber bei praller Sonne war uns das dennoch zu wenig. Schöne Dörfer und StrĂ€nde in 10-20 Minuten erreichbar.wir können die Unterkunft sehr empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Parfait

Endroit parfait pour des vacances en crĂȘte..
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tolles Haus, wunderbare Gastgeber

Ein perfekter Urlaub in einer Villa , die keine WĂŒnsche offen lĂ€sst ! Bestens ausgerĂŒstet mit einem wunderbaren Pool inmitten von OlivenbĂ€umen haben wir die 2 Wochen sehr genossen . John kĂŒmmert sich liebevoll um seine GĂ€ste , wenn man ihn braucht und ist ein aufgeschlossener und sehr freundlicher Mensch .In der NĂ€he können wir vor allem die Tavernen in Gavalochori empfehlen , wirklich gutes griechisches Essen an lauschigen PlĂ€tzchen . Das beschauliche Dörfchen ist fußlĂ€ufig gut und einfach zu erreichen .Eine uneingeschrĂ€nkte 5 Sterne - Empfehlung. Wir kommen bestimmt wieder , in dieses Haus an diesen Ort ! Jo , Fabienne und Kinder
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

HĂŽte trĂšs professionnel

trÚs bien organisée.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

VINCENT C., FRANCE

Liked: Cleanliness

TRES BELLE VILLA AVEC PISCINE

VILLA TOUT CONFORT TRES BON ACCUEIL PISCINE PARFAITE A PROXIMITE DES SITES, COMMERCES, RESTAURANTS ETC
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

heloise m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super

Maison trÚs agréable. Avec tout le confort nécessaire.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M., France

Liked: Cleanliness

Belle maison au milieu d’une oliveraie

TranquillitĂ©, bel endroit dans les hauteurs d’Almyrida, maison et espace extĂ©rieur trĂšs agrĂ©able. IdĂ©al pour vacances en famille et/ou amis. Bel Ă©quilibre entre ombres des arbres et soleil. Je recommande.
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2020