Title: Villa Metapothia Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=57733436&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Metapothia ## Photo gallery for Villa Metapothia ![Outdoor dining - Villa Metapothia (Gavalohori)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57733500/57733436/de256754.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong - Villa Metapothia (Gavalohori)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57733500/57733436/f0f4c20d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong - Villa Metapothia (Gavalohori)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57733500/57733436/35dc4956.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Villa Metapothia (Gavalohori)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57733500/57733436/15d3fb60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Villa Metapothia (Gavalohori)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57733500/57733436/3792b907.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a quiet hillside in Gavalohori, Villa Metapothia offers an idyllic retreat for large parties and families. Unwind by the 9m x 6m pool with integrated jacuzzi bench seating and shallow children's pool, or enjoy mountain views from your private balcony. The villa also features a 'chill out' area under a pergola in the garden, barbecue dining terrace, covered first floor terrace with rattan chairs. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 133186 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - 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 Metapothia Incredibly spacious both inside and out and exceptionally well equipped, Villa Metapothia is the perfect holiday villa for large parties or extremely spacious for families. The lovely 9m x 6m pool, with integrated jacuzzi bench seating and shallow children's pool is surrounded by plenty of sunbeds and parasols of such a generous size that there's space for all. For those who'd also like a little 'time out', each of the 6 en suite, air conditioned bedroom (except for one which has a small sitting area nearby) has its own private balcony furnished with rattan furniture. There's also a lovely 'chill out' area under a pergola in the garden. Did we also mention the magnificent views encompassing Crete’s White Mountains and the blue sea of Souda Bay glistening down a green and wooded valley.....? Location Gavalohori The Villa sits on a quiet hillside at the end of a lane that winds gently up the 130 metres from the village past a number of neighbouring houses, originally the width of 2 passing donkeys, it has now been widened to accommodate a normal saloon car. Amongst the village streets in Gavalohori you'll find 3 excellent tavernas, a bakery and a couple of mini markets, one of which offers a delivery service by quad bike. It's also useful to know, for larger groups, that one of the village tavernas offers a great take away service and another in nearby [Almyrida](https://www.freelancevillas.com/almyrida-villas/) will deliver. Just a few minutes drive away, this small and low key resort offers a choice of tavernas strung around the crescent of soft sand where shallow waters lap onto the shoreline. There is also a selection of shops as well as a few cafes and bars. The White Mountains beg to be explored and [Chania](https://www.freelancevillas.com/chania-villas/) and [Rethymnon](https://www.freelancevillas.com/rethymnon-villas/) are both within an easy drive. Outside Villa Metapothia Swimming Pool - 9m x 6m with circular area, depth 1.20m - 1.80m, bench with air jets in shallow area plus children pool area depth 0.60m. Barbecue dining terrace - Wooden dining table and chairs for 12 with very large parasol, purpose built barbecue and sink. Table tennis to the side. Covered dining terrace - Large marble topped table with seating for 12 next to kitchen. ‘Chill out’ Pergola - Shaded pergola with rattan sofas and armchairs. Garden - Terraced lawns with a shady olive tree. Covered First Floor Terrace - Rattan chairs and coffee table with mountain and sea views. Bedroom balconies - Each bedroom has its own covered balcony with table & chairs. Kitchen balcony - useful for drying clothes plus views towards the White Mountains. Inside Villa Metapothia Ground floor Open Plan Living Area - Living room area -L shaped sofa and oversized footstool grouped around a large fireplace. Massive picture window with wonderful views down the valley to the sea. Windows towards mountain views. Bar with stereo system. Air Con Unit. Dining Area - large dining table and chairs. Iced water machine (starter 10L water bottle supplied). Kitchen Area - Wood fronted cupboards and ample counter-top space. Ceramic hob, eye-level electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, espresso maker (Nespresso original capsules), double sink with mountain view, large fridge/freezer. Breakfast table and chairs. Patio doors to covered dining terrace, door to sunny mountain view balcony. Air con unit. Cloakroom - WC., hand basin and washing machine. \*Twin Bedroom/ en suite shower room - 2 single beds, patio doors to covered balcony with table & chairs, en suite shower room with walk in shower, WC and wash basin. Air Con Unit. \*Twin Bedroom/ en suite bathroom - 2 single beds, walk-in closet, patio doors to covered balcony with table & chairs, en suite bathroom with shower attachment, WC and wash basin. Air Con Unit. First floor Double Bedroom/ en suite bathroom - 1 double bed, double doors to partially shaded terrace with rattan furniture, corner bath with shower over air jets inside the bath, TV (satellite channels various languages). En suite with WC and wash basin. Air Con Unit. \*Twin Bedroom/ en suite shower room - 2 single beds, patio doors to covered balcony with table and chairs, en suite shower room with walk in shower, WC and wash basin. Air Con Unit. Lower Level (ground floor) - with external access only to main part of Villa \*Twin Bedroom/ en suite shower room - 2 single beds, sofa bed, patio doors to covered balcony overlooking barbecue area with table and chairs, fridge (useful for storing drinks near the pool and barbecue area), en suite shower room with walk in shower, WC and wash basin. Air con unit. Double Bedroom/ en suite shower room - 1 double bed, sofa bed, door to entrance terrace, small fridge, en suite shower room with walk in shower, WC and wash basin. Opposite the covered terrace with rattan sofas. Air con unit. \* All twin beds can be pushed together with no ‘gap’, but can’t be made up as doubles. Housekeeping Your Villa will be prepared for you on arrival with fresh bath and hand towels and all beds made up. For stays of 7 nights or more - house towels will be changed every 3 - 4 days. For stays of 14 nights or more - bed linen will be changed every 7 days. Pool/beach towels - one per person for the duration of your stay. Parking There is space to park 2 saloon cars within the gates of the Villa There is space for parking people carriers or minibuses at the bottom of the lane or close by, in the village. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Freezer - Microwave - Mixer - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 6.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Furnished balcony - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Table tennis ### 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,186 square feet ## Similar properties ![40-inch Smart TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115590000/115586000/115585950/5b663627.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Athermigo Apokoronas - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=115585950&PinnedHotelID=115585950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Villa | 6 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83800000/83796700/83796664/8ae2c9ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Metapothia in Gavalohori Apokoronas - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Toys/games [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=83796664&PinnedHotelID=83796664&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27122600/27122528/b47294b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Discover Villa Koumos in Gavalochori, Crete: Luxury, Views, and Relaxation! 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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 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 and a first aid kit 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 1161027 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 EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Villa Metapothia Apokoronas 129580 Villa Metapothia Private vacation home Villa Metapothia Private vacation home Apokoronas ## About the area Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in a rural area. Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and War Museum of Chania are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Souda and Dourakis Winery. [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%7C35.42564%2C24.21231&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HoX1XX0g1sepNBuBs3t4fzm6PtE=) Gavalohori, Crete ### What's nearby - ![Aerial drone photo of famous Venetian fortified islet of Souda featuring small chapel of Agios Nikolaos, Chania, Crete island, Greece](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6278302/d4eb882d-de8b-44f5-9ef7-6a0c70b22580.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Port of Souda 24 min drive \- 12.1 miles - Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Almyrida Beach 7 min drive \- 2.4 miles - Nea Chora Beach 31 min drive \- 18.9 miles - Agia Marina Beach 35 min drive \- 23.1 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) 47 min drive ### Restaurants - Στου Μπανανα 10 min drive - Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) 5 min drive - KOHILI 10 min drive - Nektar 5 min drive - Παρασιά 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa Metapothia pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Villa Metapothia? ### What time is check-out at Villa Metapothia? ### Where is Villa Metapothia located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Metapothia 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 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marek 13 Aug 2024 #### Excellent accommodation Quality stay with beautiful pool and stunning views all around. Clean, comfortable, ideal for a large famil Adding some larger pots/pans and more glasses. ##### Marek This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### EMMA 19 Sept 2023 #### Perfect Villa for a larger group Stayed here 10 years ago and always knew we’d come back. This villa has everything. Six en-suite bedrooms. A huge pool. Amazing views and you can walk to great tavernas and shops. It’s immaculate and very well equipped. Lots of different areas to sit, eat, lounge. You can have privacy if you want it or great communal living. Highly recommended. The keys are a bit tricky to get the hang of. Maybe be label or number them better? But that is a very small thing. That villa is perfect. Many thanks to Diana, Yiannis and your girls x ##### EMMA ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben M. 12 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ms Our two families spent very relaxing nine days at Villa Metapothia in the lovely village of Gavalohori. The Villa was everything it promised to be - we wanted for nothing. The Villa was very tidy and Eleni the housekeeper left wonderfully baked goodies after each clean. The pool and garden area is big enough for 12 people with multiple areas for seating all together. The kitchen had every utensil imaginable, which made cooking so easy and enjoyable! We had two medium sized cars which enabled us to drive up the very narrow access road. Anything bigger and we would’ve had to park further down. The village of Gavalohori is a hidden gem! Away from the touristy coast - it offers two mini markets which are well stocked (although a bit expensive) and the one behind the Kafeoni “ Gavalohori "O Bakalogatos ”sells local produce and ice creams. The “ Elpida- Traditional Cafeneon- Gavalohori” is a Café style eatery, right in the town centre and is popular with locals as well as visitors to the family. The owner speaks English well and they catered for gluten intolerance. The taverna Arismari was a real find! Set behind in the town square by a big tree with a small well - it was my favourite place! Also in the small market square is a pottery place, selling artwork (pottery, paintings, prints, jewellery etc.) from various artists from the area. To sum up - we would definitely recommend the Villa Metapothia and are already thinking of returning sometime soon. ##### Ben M. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marek 14 Aug 2024 #### Excellent accommodation Quality stay with beautiful pool and stunning views all around. Clean, comfortable, ideal for a large famil Adding some larger pots/pans and more glasses. ##### Marek This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin 8 Aug 2022 #### Superb villa in lovely village Excellent accommodation for family gatherings. Friendly Cretan village with excellent tavernas and cafenions.p Provide card to show oven temperature settings which have worn off. ##### Colin This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 28 Jun 2022 #### A gem in Krete! All of it Nothing ##### Paul ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louisa L. 7 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa, Lage und Ort hervorragend Die Villa liegt in einem sehr schönen Dörfchen. Hier ist man ganz nah am kretischen authentischen Leben dran. Die Tavernen sind super, man muss nicht weit fahren. Die Villa bietet wirklich alles, was man braucht, selbst wenn man mit mehreren Generationen unterwegs ist. Wer sich ein Auto mieten möchte, sollte vielleicht auf die kleineren Modell zurückgreifen, da der Weg zu Villa sehr eng wird. Wir haben es trotzdem mit einem VW Caddy geschafft. ##### Louisa L. Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 9 Jun 2022 #### We love it The five children spent hours in the pool while we looked on from the comfort of the shade on the balcony. The wide view from the mountains to the sea is incredible. This was a return visit for a special family occasion, I can't think of anywhere that would have been better. ##### John This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 22 May 2021 #### Perfect villa for family reunion! Great pool, very spacious villa lots of space for all the family Longer stay next time ##### Paul ---