Title: Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view Villa in Apokoronas with kitchen and balcony ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112290000/112280400/112280392/cd88c281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112290000/112280400/112280392/6637d0e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112290000/112280400/112280392/fc924b8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112290000/112280400/112280392/5fba5205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112290000/112280400/112280392/00b910b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A garden, a playground and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms21528 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Washer - Air conditioning - 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. ### Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view Charming and serene villa with large pool, lush garden, and stunning sea and mountain views Experience Vamos like a local in this charming and serene three-bedroom villa, with private pool surrounded by a lush garden, wild and cultivated with flowers, herbs, fruit trees, and harmonious growth. With three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, ample patios and balconies, as well as a serene poolside garden, this fantastic home is perfect for couples, families, or groups of friends. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings overlooking the White Mountains and views of the Aegean Sea, plenty of outdoor lounging, grilling, and eating areas. Our fully renovated kitchen and modern amenities, such as WiFi, a washing machine, and AC, will ensure our guests can relax in style and convenience. Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in a rural area, surrounded by mountains and sea. Dourakis Winery and Port of Souda are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore White Mountains Protected Forest and Kera. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. The enviable location and quiet grace of Drydakia Villa is a gift, lying above the charming village of Vamos in the prefecture of Apokoronas. Experience what Crete has to offer with a stay, sure to relax and inspire, at our memorable villa. There are stunning uninterrupted views over the magnificent Lefka Ori Mountains (The White Mountains), Souda Bay, and the Aegean Sea. Drydakia Villa stands isolated and fully harmonized on a 2000 sqm private hilltop, surrounded by mature trees, herbs and flowering shrubs. This unique site, with its views and its privacy, is the ideal place for a truly magical vacation, far away from the sounds and lights of the city. ABOUT DRYDAKIA VILLA Drydakia Villa is a charming three-story villa. The Villa's middle level includes an open plan, airy and spacious area consisting of a kitchen, dining room, living room and full bathroom. This level leads via sliding French windows to the terrace, swimming-pool and garden. Another French door leads to the front balcony with a direct view over Souda Bay and a breakfast hatch to the kitchen. Kitchen includes top of the range Indesit cooker, fruit juicer extractor, food processor, micro oven, coffee machine, hand electric blender, multi chopper and an Indesit fridge/freezer. The swimming pool is large (12meter x 3.75 meter; 1.45 meter max depth) and includes a 2 meters paddling pool for toddles. Sun loungers, parasols and chairs are placed around the pool, the pool patio has a spacious shaded lounging and dining area, perfect for day and nighttime. On the top floor level there are two double bedrooms with comfortable mattresses and top mattresses, built-in wardrobes, air conditioners, ceiling fans and adjoining toilet, bathroom/shower with bath. Hair dryers are provided in each of the three bathroom. The bedrooms have a large balcony with stunning views overlooking Souda Bay, the Aegean Sea, and the surrounding area. On the ground floor there is a large bedroom with a double bed, a double sofa bed, a single bed, built-in wardrobes and air conditioner. There is a separate bathroom/shower room. The bedroom has direct access to the pebble driveway and front garden. Also, on this level there is a laundry room with washing machine, ironing facilities, and an extra refrigerator. All windows and doors in the Villa have shutters, insect nets, and are double glazed. The garden is extensive and layered, boasting both cultivated and wild trees, shrubs, and flowers, with mature trees especially Mediterranean oaks (hence the Villa’s name), wild flowers and herbs. There are many ways to enjoy the garden, including in seated in the lounge and cafe tables underneath the shady canopy. The pebble driveway area is large and gives direct access the Villa’s lower level and to steps leading to middle level. ABOUT VAMOS VILLAGE Vamos village is around 800 m down the road. It is an active cultural village with a Jazz festival, Greek musical evenings, cooking & art lessons, tours into the mountains and local industry visits. There many tavernas, two minimarkets, a bank with ATM machine, an English butcher, baker, cake shop, grocer, tourist office, hair dresser/barber, two petrol stations, as well as a variety of small and charming shops. Also the regional Health Centre and Dentist surgery is based in Vamos. No. 1045897.001. PS; The neighboring Villa Chrysoula can be rented in connection with Drydakia Villa if a larger group, say up to 14 persons, is of interest. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bed sheets changed on request - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Living plant wall - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic water bottles - Recycling - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 21,528 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33599600/33599504/f41f6dcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LUXURY VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOL, MOUNTAIN, OLIVE GROVES AND SEA VIEWS Vamos - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=33599504&PinnedHotelID=33599504&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24260000/24256500/24256497/b3dbeb5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CRÊTE, beautiful villa with swimming pool and fantastic sea view on souda bay Chania - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=24256497&PinnedHotelID=24256497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603800/33603788/cc6df7bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely family villa with stunning sea views, private pool, games room & wi-fi Plaka - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=33603788&PinnedHotelID=33603788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24300000/24292700/24292654/91c6d4b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxing stunning villa, wonderful views , large pool, short walk to village. 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There will be a 100 Euro charge for trash and recycling left in the villa. Leave any wet towels hanging in the first floor bathroom Take down all umbrellas on pool deck Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 00003502939 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 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%7C35.40699%2C24.20376&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1dYwDfWra8PQbzjvLtIcpIk_RIU=) Vamos, Crete #### What's nearby - Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles - Almyrida Beach - 13 min drive - 4.3 miles - Dourakis Winery - 14 min drive - 5.9 miles - Kalyves Beach - 15 min drive - 4.8 miles - Georgioupolis Beach - 15 min drive - 6.6 miles #### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Platia Café Bar - ‬10 min drive - ‪Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) - ‬7 min walk - ‪Kioski - ‬11 min drive - ‪Gavalianos Kafenes - ‬4 min drive - ‪Nektar - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming and serene villa with pool, lush garden, sea and mountain view located? > Situated in the mountains, this villa is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kera and Kalyves Beach. Almyrida Beach and Art of Living Glass Factory are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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