Title: ☀️ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀️Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi 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 # ☀️ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀️Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22300000/22291500/22291463/336f7c82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22300000/22291500/22291463/bd920526.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22300000/22291500/22291463/e68b1f19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22300000/22291500/22291463/f4153e54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22300000/22291500/22291463/6a8a3897.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Saint Basil Olive Grove - Rentavillacrete is a tranquil retreat, nestled in a 4.5-acre private olive grove with picturesque views of the White Mountains. This secluded villa sleeps up to 8 persons and offers wheelchair accessibility features like a downstairs double bedroom and shower room. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - 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. ### ☀️ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀️Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi This property is managed by 'Saint Basil Olive Grove - Rentavillacrete' GREEK TOURIST LIC£NCE 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. ## 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 - Water park - 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 ## Similar properties ![4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22300000/22290900/22290844/2c2ee1f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa nr Almyrida☀️Private Pool Gated For Child Safety☀️Wifi +good mobile signal Chania - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=22290844&PinnedHotelID=22290844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21990000/21988100/21988083/df343aae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Near Almyrida ☀️ No Stairs! ☀️ Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ Free WiFi Old Road, Gavalochori - Almyrida - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=21988083&PinnedHotelID=21988083&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22001100/22001079/270-86371a0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa near Almyrida ☀️ Private Pool Gated For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi Old Road, Gavalochori - Almyrida - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=22001079&PinnedHotelID=22001079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33568700/33568613/3fb60bb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family-Friendly Villa With Large Pool In Idyllic Surroundings, Sea/Mountainview Asprouliani - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 57 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=33568613&PinnedHotelID=33568613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### Pets Pets not 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 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 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 Property Registration Number 2923301 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 NOT Overlooked Gated Child Safety Free Wifi Villa NOT Overlooked Gated Child Safety Free Wifi NOT Overlooked Gated Child Safety Free Wifi Villa NOT Overlooked Gated Child Safety Free Wifi Villa NOT Overlooked Gated Private Pool For Child Safety Free Wifi ## About the area Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Old Venetian Harbor and Ancient City of Aptera are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Almyrida Beach and Kera. Travelling with kids? Consider Art of Living Glass Factory and Greek National Football Museum. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Apokoronas travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Apokoronas.dx6143330) [View more Villas in Apokoronas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Apokoronas-Villas.d6143330-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%7C35.43282%2C24.21427&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=b8jJJA1DmkutIv1HjX4d2Ef8Umg=) Old Road, Gavalochori - Almyrida, Crete ### What's nearby - Almyrida Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Art of Living Glass Factory - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles - Kalyves Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles - Koutalas Beach - 13 min drive - 4.0 miles - Lake Kournas - 18 min drive - 10.4 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 48 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Platia Café Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪Elena Tavern - ‬8 min drive - ‪Atlantis Beach - ‬3 min drive - ‪Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) - ‬6 min drive - ‪Στου Μπανανα - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does ☀️ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀️Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is ☀️ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀️Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at ☀️ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀️Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at ☀️ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀️Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is ☀️ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀️Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi located? > This family-friendly Apokoronas villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and Almyrida Beach. Kera is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ☀️ NOT OVERLOOKED ☀️Gated Private Pool For Child Safety ☀️ FREE WiFi Reviews 9.6 ### 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 21 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sehr schönes Haus Wir waren hier für 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 Strände in 10-20 Minuten erreichbar.wir können die Unterkunft sehr empfehlen. ##### Julia Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen B. 2 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Helen B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline P. 5 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 !! ##### Caroline P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevan D. 18 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 ##### Kevan D. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike B. 23 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Mike B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jean h. 31 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Parfait Endroit parfait pour des vacances en crête.. ##### jean h. Stayed 14 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo S. 25 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tolles Haus, wunderbare Gastgeber Ein perfekter Urlaub in einer Villa , die keine Wünsche offen lässt ! Bestens ausgerüstet mit einem wunderbaren Pool inmitten von Olivenbäumen haben wir die 2 Wochen sehr genossen . John kümmert sich liebevoll um seine Gäste , wenn man ihn braucht und ist ein aufgeschlossener und sehr freundlicher Mensch .In der Nähe können wir vor allem die Tavernen in Gavalochori empfehlen , wirklich gutes griechisches Essen an lauschigen Plätzchen . Das beschauliche Dörfchen ist fußläufig gut und einfach zu erreichen .Eine uneingeschränkte 5 Sterne - Empfehlung. Wir kommen bestimmt wieder , in dieses Haus an diesen Ort ! Jo , Fabienne und Kinder ##### Jo S. Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn M. 6 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Lynn M. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### michael D. 11 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hôte très professionnel très bien organisée. ##### michael D. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pat C. 20 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Pat C. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### VINCENT C., FRANCE 25 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### TRES BELLE VILLA AVEC PISCINE VILLA TOUT CONFORT TRES BON ACCUEIL PISCINE PARFAITE A PROXIMITE DES SITES, COMMERCES, RESTAURANTS ETC ##### VINCENT C. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### heloise m. 24 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super Maison très agréable. Avec tout le confort nécessaire. ##### heloise m. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline M., France 28 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Belle maison au milieu d’une oliveraie Tranquillité, bel endroit dans les hauteurs d’Almyrida, maison et espace extérieur très agréable. Idéal pour vacances en famille et/ou amis. Bel équilibre entre ombres des arbres et soleil. Je recommande. ##### Caroline M. Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine H. 8 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely relaxing breal A lovely villa in the foothills of the white mountains. Close to the villages and beach yet private and peaceful. ##### Katherine H. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard D. 21 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Richard D. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony Y. 8 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Anthony Y. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlie N. 14 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Charlie N. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay H., Brighton 17 Sept 2018 #### Fantastic place for a family holiday Lovely villa with pool, spotlessly clean, nestling in the foothills of Crete. Idyllic. ##### Lindsay H. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda J. 5 Sept 2017 #### 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 ##### Amanda J. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Peter M. 13 Aug 2017 #### 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, ##### Peter M. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian W. 31 May 2016 #### Fantastic villa, everything there!!. This is our second visit to Villa Asteria which has all the amenities we require for that perfect holiday. The pool is so spacious and kept clean by the property manager Mark, we found the villa very well equipped and with satellite tv you want for nothing. The owners give excellent information on the villa and surrounding area, the views are out of this world, mountains one way, olive trees the other, the sound of mountain goat bells in the distance. We have enjoyed this villa so much I have just booked for another two weeks in August of this year after our three weeks in May!. Prices are good as well hence our repeat bookings ##### Brian W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Susan A. 4 Nov 2015 #### October sunshine This was our fourth stay at Villa Asteria. We usually stay in May/June but this year took a later break. The weather was lovely. Booking with John has always been quick, efficient and friendly. Mark and his team look after the villa well and answer any queries quickly. There have been improvements to the villa over the years and anything we have mentioned has been put right by the following year. We feel totally relaxed the moment we arrive - lazing round the pool, lunches by the sea in Almyrida and eating in the evenings in Gavalachori. This year we took a trip to the Botanical Gardens of Crete,up in the hills south of Chania which were interesting but possibly not on very hot days! The description of the villa is accurate but words cannot express the feeling of calm and peacefulness that one gets from the surrounding hills and the views of the mountains - and the wonderful sound of the cicadas in the evenings. The information book needs to be updated and I am sure this will be done. This is the reason for 4 stars. We love the area and would not think of taking any other villa. ##### Susan A. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geraldine L. 22 Jul 2015 #### Quiet villa in lovely location We enjoyed our stay at the villa. It was private and very restful - rarely heard distant voices from the other villas and pool felt very private even allowing for occasional passing traffic. Also spacious, which was important to us as a couple with three teenagers in the party. This allowed us to stay downstairs and get up earlier and leave them undisturbed! Good facilities in the kitchen and comfortable seating area - nice to have proper sofas rather than sofa beds which are often impossible to relax on. Good location for visiting other parts of this area of Crete - lots of interesting places within 30 minutes drive. The restaurants in Gavalochori were great. People were all very welcoming. Our favourite was the Grill House, with Astimari a close second. We did find the walk longer than described, but that reflects our poor level of fitness as desk-bound people 48 weeks a year - the teenagers nipped up and down happily. Fantastic views of the mountains, especially in the mornings. For a 15 year old boy to mention that as one of the highlights, the view must be spectacular! Would recommend this villa to families who are looking for a comfortable home, in a quiet location with good access to beaches and places of interest when you do want to go out. ##### Geraldine L. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave C. 20 Jul 2015 #### The Villa is excellent,just as we expected The Villa is well equipped for your stay everything you require for a self catering stay, we stayed for three weeks and all our needs were met.The property manager was extremely helpful and efficient, Mark was always helpful with tips on where to visit on the Island. All in all we had a great holiday. ##### Dave C. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay 21 Feb 2015 #### Villa astoria crete We had an excellent time at the villa Astoria. It was very clean and well equipped an added bonus would have been a dishwasher. The very large outside area was more than excellent very peaceful and tranquil the only thing I would change is some more comfortable patio chairs as we spent a lot of our time sitting on the patio taking in the very lovely atmosphere barbequing and e enjoying the swimming pool. The local village was very friendly with lots of great eating. 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