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Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views

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Beach nearby, beach towels
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72691 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Gavalochori, Crete
  • Popular LocationAlmyrida Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationKalyves Beach18 min drive
  • Popular LocationGeorgioupolis Beach31 min drive
  • AirportChania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)48 min drive

About this property

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

Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views

Villa Aphrodite is a stone built villa in the traditional village of Gavalochori, 25km east of Chania Crete. Its unique architectural style is combined with modern facilities in order to provide an ideal environment for your holidays. Villa Aphrodite is completely autonomous with 250 m2 of living space on a 650 m2 plot of land. It offers complete privacy with its own parking space for one vehicle, private garden and pool. The villa can accommodate up to 7 guests (with the addition of one cot in one of the twin bedrooms). The nearest beach of Almyrida is 3km away while the nearest shops are 200m away.

Free WiFi coverage throughout the villa.

Beach towels are provided.

The pool operates from March 1 to October 30

Please note: No parties or loud music is allowed at the villa.

Cleaning Service: Price includes daily maid service (bathrooms and bedrooms only), change of towels and linen twice weekly (more often if requested) and general cleaning once weekly.

Catering Service, groceries delivery: We can arrange for daily delivery to the villa of meals of the finest Greek and local Cretan cuisine. We can also arrange groceries delivery from local supermarkets, butcher shop, fruit stands and bakery.

Further comments about the area:

The villa is located on a hillside in the village of Gavalochori in West Crete. Gavalohori is a traditional Cretan village situated in the Apokoron region about 3km inland from the coastal village of Almirida. Its location is 25 km east of Chania which takes about 20 minutes drive along the National Road. Gavalochori is an old historical village with approximately 500 residents which has retained its color and way of life. Several family run tavernas offer the visitor tasty dishes of Cretan cuisine. Near the small village square and within walking distance from the villa there is a coffee shop, a bakery, a mini mart, two tavernas and the Folk Art Museum. The surrounding area has several beautiful nature paths for walking or biking which lead either towards the sea or towards the White mountains. The coastal village of Almirida is less than 10 minutes driving distance. In Almirida you may find all basic facilities, such as a supermarket, pharmacy, post office, bakery, ATM, gas station and taxi service. It has a wonderful sandy beach with crystal clear water and a shallow section particularly suitable for small kids. This Blue Flag rated beach is organized with sun beds and umbrellas and sea sports services. There are several sea side tavernas and bars offering exquisite sea food and night entertainment. The large town of Chania of course offers the visitor a wider range of choices for shopping, dining and night life mostly centered around the old Venetian port. Some interesting monuments in Chania town are the covered Municipal Market, the Venetian fortifications, the Lighthouse, the Fortress of Firkas, the Mosque of Giali Tzamisi, the Arsenals, and the Othrodox Cathedral.

The villa can be used as a base for visiting several points of interest in the area:

3km to nearest beach of Almirida
10km to the exquisite beach of Georgoupolis and Kournas lake
25km to Chania town for shopping and night life
15km to seaside village of Kalives
20km to port of Souda
45km to Chania airport (code CHQ)
60km to Rethimno town
150km to Heraklion airport (code HER)
45km to the west coast beaches of Falassarna, Gramvousa and Balos
70km to south coast beaches of Elafonissi, Paleohora and Sougia
60km to Omalos Plateau and starting point of the Samaria Gorge

Property manager

Christos Skalkos

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space)
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2691 sq ft (250 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

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
Cots are available on request at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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
Property Registration Number 1042K10003137501

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 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

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About the area

Apokoronas

Located in Apokoronas, this villa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountains Protected Forest and Almyrida Beach, while Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and Eleftherios Venizelos' House are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain climbing nearby.

What's nearby

  • Almyrida Beach - 8 min drive
  • Kalyves Beach - 18 min drive
  • Port of Souda - 21 min drive
  • Georgioupolis Beach - 31 min drive
  • Marathi Beach - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lagos Taverna - 5 min drive
  • Platia Café Bar - 6 min drive
  • Καφφε Μαρέντη - 5 min drive
  • Elena Tavern - 9 min drive
  • Costanita - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views located?

This family-friendly Apokoronas villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori, Almyrida Beach and Kera. Art of Living Glass Factory and Kalyves Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Lower

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Crete experience
The property was just what we wanted. Comfortable, clean, private, good location, good amenities. The housekeeper was helpful, friendly and efficient. Great stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just superb
This is a luxurious villa in a lovely village which exceeded expectations. Our family had an amazing time exploring this region in the mornings then swimming / chilling in the the villa in the afternoons. Car probably essential. Almyrida beach (local) is really great for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth D., Cincinnati OH USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Get-away
Lovely get-away in charming village with nice tavernas. Nice pool. Extremely relaxing. Short drive to many places.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pippa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
We absolutely loved this place. Perfect for a family with grown up kids! Lots of space, easy to go out and eat and everything you need on your doorstep. But also private and quiet.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen s., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Lovely village location with great sunsets. Good pool that you can do some lengths in. Great comms with owner Christos and caretaker Mrs Froso. And lots of lovely local cats are a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property!
Highly recommended and a great helpful housekeeper. Only a 5 minute stroll down the hill to 2 great tavernas and 2 supermarkets.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig L., Esher

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this place
We loved this villa, particularly eating in the taverna close by then watching the sunset over the hills. It was roomy, clean, well-appointed. The pool and air-conditioning provided balance to the summer's heat. We'd come here again in a flash.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer family holiday August 2019
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the villa, having been warmly welcomed by the housekeeper. The villa was clean and well maintained. The villa set up was great for a family of 5 and we enjoyed days by the pool and nearby beaches. The terrace provided fantastic views, the local village had some great restaurants and bakery for morning supplies. The owner recommended some good restaurants. Note you do need a car and the walk from the village is steep.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shakila H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxury Villa for Discerning Travellers
This is not the place for you if you like mass tourism and crowds - set inside a small village near the mountains. Mrs Froso the housekeeper was super - showing up at 01:30 when we had water issues. The little village and the amazing restaurants - we had our best meals in the island at the restaurant. And the grocery and family just behind the bread store was amazing and had such a great selection of dairy and yoghurt products. The amazing pool and views. Only point is you really do need a car and this is not a stone’s throw from Chania and Reythymno - everything is long distances to drive. But if you’re happy to stay put in this beautiful villa and lovely pool and stock up on local groceries like we did, you’re set!

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous holiday location
Everything about our stay was fabulous. The villa was lovely with stunning views of the white mountains and beautiful sunsets. The village felt unspoilt with lovely restaurants and live music on two of the nights we ate out. The beaches were only a few minutes drive away and we were close enough to visit Chania for a boat trip and to enjoy the old town. Managed to hike the Imbros Gorge and take in the ruins at Aptera. Also, mustn't forget to say thank you to Mrs Froso, the housekeeper, who was lovely. If we ever come back to Crete I would love to stay here again.