Title: Olive Forest Villa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Olive Forest Villa Villa in Agios Vasileios with private pool and kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92420000/92418700/92418606/fe2fc39a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92420000/92418700/92418606/ca5bd45d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92420000/92418700/92418606/88077b21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92420000/92418700/92418606/811f4764.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92420000/92418700/92418606/e7b09907.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Koxare village, Olive Forest Villa offers a serene retreat amidst Crete's wild mountains and nature. Relax by the private swimming pool or unwind with a BBQ on the shaded dining area. The villa features stylish interiors, three bedrooms with HDTVs and air-conditioning units, free Wi-Fi access throughout the property, as well as top-quality bedding for restful sleep. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Pool - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Olive Forest Villa Olive Forest Villa is nestled in the centre of the picturesque village Koxare, among the Crete’s wild mountains and nature. Its location makes the villa the perfect starting point for excursions all around the island and exploring the crystal blue water beaches of the southern coast of Rethymno which are just 15km away. The villa took its name after the close by olive forest in the flatland of Koxare village, one of the biggest olive groves in Crete. The olive forest is accessible within a few minutes’ walk from the property. The Olive Forest Villa is a newly built holiday house ideal for tranquility and relaxation with stunning rural views. On the outdoor space a lovely 24sqm private swimming pool awaits you to cool down and enjoy the calmness of the area away from the hassles of the big cities. A shaded dining area and comfy sun beds complete the beautiful scenery around the swimming pool. A charcoal BBQ is available on the outdoors too. With stylish simple interior, the villa offers all the contemporary amenities for a dreamy holiday. On the ground floor the living room comes with a comfortable sofa and a 55” HDTV next to the fully equipped kitchen. There are three bedrooms in this villa and all have 32’’HDTVs, air-conditioning units, ceiling fans and open closets. One of the bedrooms is located on the ground floor offering a king size bed. The other two bedrooms are situated on the top floor and have a single bed and a king size bed accordingly. The bigger bedroom opens up to a furnished balcony with a wooden pergola and infinity view of the surrounding countryside. A small bathroom with a shower is located on the ground floor while next to the bedrooms on the top floor there is the main bathroom of the villa which has a cabin shower. Hair dryer and free toiletries are available in the bathrooms. We have given great consideration to the choice of the mattresses and the pillows, as our primary goal is our guests to enjoy a comfortable and restful sleep after a long day of exploring the Cretan nature and beaches. We also provide top quality silk-cotton bed linen, towels, covers, duvets and bathrobes. For safety reasons an alarm system, two outdoor cameras and fire detectors are installed in the property. Furthermore five parking spots are available for our guests just 30 meters from the house. Amenities: \-Welcome basket courtesy of the owners with Cretan delicacies, raki and local wine \- Baby cot and high chair available for our little guests upon request \-High quality CANDIA mattresses \- Top quality towels, bathrobes, bed linen and covers \- Free Wi- Fi access available throughout the property \- 24h assistance by hosts \- Air-conditioning is included in all bedrooms and living room area \- Air-conditioning units serve heating purposes too \-Shopping list service before arrival available upon request LOCATION Olive Forest Villa is located in the picturesque village of Koxare, 25km away from Rethymno town. Its premium location gives the opportunity to the guests to enjoy their holidays surrounded by the Cretan nature, close to all the necessary amenities. In Koxare you can find a traditional café (kafenio in Greek) which also has a mini market with all the essentials, a 5x5 sports field (50 meters away from the villa) and some old churches to visit. Near the village there is an old fort, the so called Koules that was built by the Turks after the Cretan revolution in 1866. This was one of the forts guarding the important passage from Mesara plain to the Sfakia area and it was built near the entrance of Kourtaliotis Gorge. The fort was partially destroyed by the Greek rebels in 1896. The biggest olive forest in Crete is situated in the flatland of Koxare and is accessible within a few minutes’ walk from the property. Walking through the paths in the flatland you can admire many old bridges and churches. Every summer a very big festival with Cretan music is held in Koxare village for two days, on the 14th and the 15th of August. On the main square of the village lots of people gather to enjoy the festival which lasts all night long. For those who love hiking Kourtaliotis gorge is just 5 minutes away from the villa. It is 7km long, need s about 4 hours to cross it and ends up in Preveli Palm Beach. The magnificent beaches of the southern coast of Rethymno are just 20 minutes by car. We recommend you to visit Preveli Palm Beach, Ammoudi Beach, Damnoni Beach(water sports available), Sxinaria Beach, Karavos Beach (Kalypso diving center and school ). Spili is a beautiful village 10 minutes away from the property by car. There you can find many restaurants and cafes, supermarkets, butchery shops, a bakery and a pastry shop, postal services and ATMs. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### 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 - Soundproofing - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33968300/33968216/376ba7c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### One-storey Villa Located in a Peaceful Village Offering Full Privacy! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site 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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 Property Registration Number 00001961843 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.22539%2C24.46704&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=U3ZjaM8whF9jX_gx5R_-M3hSDLY=) Κοξαρέ #### What's nearby - Kourtaliotiko Gorge - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles - Spili Monastery - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles - Ammoudaki Beach - 16 min drive - 7.3 miles - Plakias Beach - 17 min drive - 9.0 miles - Preveli Beach - 22 min drive - 9.0 miles #### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 83 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Blu Café - ‬17 min drive - ‪Mes Tin Ammo - ‬17 min drive - ‪Bites & Pints - ‬17 min drive - ‪Taverna Medousa - ‬17 min drive - ‪Ξεχωριστό σουβλάκι - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Olive Forest Villa have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Olive Forest Villa pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Olive Forest Villa? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Olive Forest Villa? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Olive Forest Villa located? > Situated in Agios Vasileios, this villa is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Kourtaliotiko Gorge and within 6 miles (10 km) of Spili Monastery and Venetian Fountain. Ammoúdi and Kleisidi are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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