Title: Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=27520927&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop ## Photo gallery for Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop ![Outdoor pool - Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop (Plakias)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27521000/27520927/5e86808d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop (Plakias)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27521000/27520927/b37b49ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo - Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop (Plakias)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27521000/27520927/a4f70f5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop (Plakias)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27521000/27520927/4c6ca077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop (Plakias)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27521000/27520927/d037e379.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the seaside village of Plakias, Villa Ellis offers a warm welcome with its outdoor pool and 450-rich flora garden. Unwind on the furnished terrace overlooking the Lybian Blue Sea or enjoy BBQs on-site. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 91399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop Villa Ellis is within a 2-minute walk from the beach. The Villa Ellis is located in the seaside village of Plakias, a short walk from the center and just 200m from the sandy organized beach with many taverns, shops, and bars. It has an outdoor pool, a 450-rich flora garden, and a furnished terrace overlooking the Lybian Blue Sea. BBQ is provided on-site as well. ★Distances★ nearest beach 200m nearest grocery 150m nearest restaurant 150m Heraklion airport 115km Chania airport 100km Accommodations include wrought iron beds, a fully equipped kitchen, a living room a dining room, 4 bedrooms (2 double and 2 twin), and 3 WCs with shower. There is also a folding bed that can be added to a bedroom or in the living room. It also has satellite TV, free WIFI, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, oven, and more. Free private parking is available on-site. This is the favorite place of our guests to the destination Plakias according to independent reviews. This accommodation is rated as the best value for money in Plakias! The Villa Ellis is 35 km from the cozy town of Rethymno and 80km from the city of Chania. Floor Layout: •Ground floor: living room, dining area, kitchen, double bedroom, WC •First floor: 2 twin bedrooms, 1 double bedroom in one of them can be added also a folding bed,2 wc/shower, 2 balconies ★Included CreteVillas4u Services★ Welcome Basket | Pre Arrival shopping list | 24/7 Landline service | Linen & Towels change included | Pool Towels | Garden Maintenance | Pool Cleaning 2/3 times per week | Free Parking | Baby Cot & High Chair (upon request) | Check in and check out can be made without person to person contact (upon request) ★Extra Services★ Concierge | In Villa Doctor | Baby Sitting | Beauty Treatments | Tours & Excursions | Chef Services | Transfer with additional discount for our guests | Car Rental with additional discount for our guests | In Villa Wine Tasting | Sailing | Helicopter Rental | Airplane Rental | Personal Training | Organize any special events such as Birthdays, Wedding etc ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car recommended - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Blender - Cleaning supplies - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Furnished balcony/patio - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Smoking is allowed ONLY in the exterior areas ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Meal delivery service - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Unit size: 1,399 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884300/3884257/f2fbb8d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alianthos Estate Resort - ex Alianthos Garden Agios Vasileios - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids’ pool - Parking included 9.2 Wonderful 66 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=3884257&PinnedHotelID=3884257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17880000/17870300/17870251/b129e348.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea View Luxury Apartments Agios Vasileios - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 20 reviews £56 includes taxes & fees 17 Mar - 18 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=17870251&PinnedHotelID=17870251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2260000/2255300/2255294/w499h309x1y1-92114a7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Phoenix Apartments Agios Vasileios - Pool - Kids’ pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=2255294&PinnedHotelID=2255294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113200000/113191500/113191471/28148d32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Award Winning Villa w BBQ, Sauna & 250m to Beach Μυρθιανος Πλακιάς - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=113191471&PinnedHotelID=113191471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=27520927&PinnedHotelID=27520927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=27520927,3884257,17870251,2255294,113191471) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: The villa is friendly and safe for children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Smoking is allowed ONLY in the exterior areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 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 1041Κ122K2865801 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Villa Ellis w/ 200m Beachwalk Restaurants Bars & Shops Villa Ellis Ellis w/ 200m Beachwalk Restaurants Bars & Shops ## About the area Located in Agios Vasileios, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Monastery of Preveli and Spili Monastery are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Plakias Beach and Skínos. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Plakias travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plakias.dx6059099) [View more Villas in Plakias](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plakias-Villas.d6059099-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.19155%2C24.39719&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7e8QC436TMj_-sCnFm95gdcfvbI=) Plakias, Crete ### What's nearby - ![The access to Preveli Beach is best from the west (near Preveli Monastery), where you can hike down to the beach. The obvious shot I guess, is this rock in the shape of a heart. There are a lot of possibilities for composition, the high tides in these day forced me to shoot straight from an upper position. (21mm / f8 / 2.6sec)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158240/63be7b7f-77d7-4231-8634-e5fccb26e79d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Preveli Beach 26 min drive \- 7.3 miles - ![Greece, Greek Islands, Crete, Rethymnon, fishing harbour and boats](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062173/2ca70744-9c75-4bcd-ab6d-a57204456083.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rethymnon Venetian Port 53 min drive \- 21.7 miles - Plakias Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Skínos 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Rethimno Kart 58 min drive \- 26.4 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) 106 min drive ### Restaurants - Blu Café 5 min walk - Bites & Pints 4 min walk - Mes Tin Ammo 10 min walk - Gio Ma 7 min walk - Apanemo 8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop have a pool? ### Is Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop? ### What time is check-in at Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop? ### What time is check-out at Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop? ### Where is Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Ellis w/ Private Pool ★ 200m from Beach ★ Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Shop Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea B. 11 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Brilliant! Everything about the house is wonderful - location, pool, rooms, kichen incl. equipment ... absolutely great! Manos was of great help and we felt at home immediately. Thanks for everything! ##### Andrea B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Markus V. 11 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Der Gastgeber Manos war jederzeit per Mail und whatts App erreichbar, bei Fragen oder Tipps. Vor Ort war dann auch Giorgos. Sehr unkomplizierter, angenehmer Austausch. Das Haus hat eine tolle Lage in Plakias und die Bilder entsprechen absolut dem, was man vor Ort auch vorfindet.Bei der Ausstattung hat es an nichts gemangelt. ##### Markus V. Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shari K. 22 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Schöne, große Unterkunft in toller Lage und umfangreicher Ausstattung Wir hatten einen rundum schönen Aufenthalt. Das Haus ist sehr groß mit vielen Zimmern, großen Betten, einer sehr gut ausgestatteten Küche und einer Vielzahl an Sitz- und Liegemöglichkeiten. Schöner, gemütlicher Außenbereich mit Pool und tollem Ausblick. Lage ist auch top. ##### Shari K. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024 ---