Title: Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=42660858&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village Villa in Apokoronas with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village ![Outdoor pool - Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village (Apokoronas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42670000/42660900/42660858/4ba0e9f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village (Apokoronas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42670000/42660900/42660858/fbe7a5ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village (Apokoronas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42670000/42660900/42660858/97490959.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village (Apokoronas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42670000/42660900/42660858/fde245ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village (Apokoronas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42670000/42660900/42660858/57a68950.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 4753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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 with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village Octopus Villa is a 2-storey villa with 2 bedrooms and 2 shower-rooms. It is situated on the edge of Vamos village, is quite private yet within easy walking distance of local tavernas for the taste of real Crete! The villa is well equipped, with all modern facilities, including washing machine and dishwasher. Free WiFi available. The villa sleeps up to 4 guests. Rooms in the villa have lovely high wooden beamed ceilings, giving the inside space an airy feel, even in high summer. There is a double bedroom and shower room on the first floor with a large private balcony from where there are beautiful views of the White Mountains to the south-west, and a view across the village of Vamos to the sea at Souda Bay to the north. A second bedroom downstairs with twin beds has access to the pool terrace via patio doors. There is a second shower room downstairs. The bedrooms are air-conditioned - reverse cycle air conditioners provide cool air for the summer heat and will warm the rooms on chilly winter evenings. There is a kitchen/living area downstairs with patio doors to a covered terrace. All main rooms have ceiling fans. The villa has its own 35sqm swimming pool, which is 1.6m deep at the deep end, 0.6m at the shallow end, with stone steps between the two levels. There is a terrace around the pool, and a shady balcony at the front of the house, with a garden to the rear. Pool loungers are provided for all guests. The villa is well-equipped. All modern facilities are provided, including washing machine, cooker, fridge-freezer and a dishwasher. Free WiFi internet access is provided. A safe is provided for your valuables. There is ample private parking to the front of the villa. Octopus Villa is the perfect place for a relaxing family holiday or for couples wanting to get away from it all to somewhere special. AMA 00001849312 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - 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 - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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: 753 square feet ## Similar properties ![Duplex (Elia) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55990000/55984700/55984639/436fed05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vamos Fabrica Farm Apokoronas - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=55984639&PinnedHotelID=55984639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15110000/15103400/15103362/06779a99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Douliana Villas Apokoronas - 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No lifeguard is in attendance. Guests must comply with safety notices posted around the pool. Guests must read and follow all guidance and procedures written in the "Welcome Notes" book located in the villa. ### 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 00001849312 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 Vrbo Property ## About the area Located in Apokoronas, this villa is by the sea. Ancient City of Aptera and Agios Nikolaos Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kera and Almyrida Beach. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling 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%7C35.40345%2C24.19810&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZgDq7LZsutRwhMikYBfXgWMN_Cc=) Apokoronas, 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 \- 5.7 miles - Kalyves Beach 14 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Georgioupolis Beach 15 min drive \- 7.8 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) 43 min drive ### Restaurants - Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) 7 min walk - Nektar 7 min walk - Παρασιά 3 min drive - Kioski 12 min drive - Tzitzikas 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village have a pool? ### Is Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village? ### What time is check-in at Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village? ### What time is check-out at Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village? ### Where is Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa with private pool, beautiful views within easy walk to Vamos village 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 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne L. 18 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Villa Melanie was an amazing host and the Villa was very comfortable with extraordinary views of the mountains and the sea. Highly recommend! ##### Wayne L. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily F. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely family holiday Great villa in a lovely village. We had enough fab tavernas within walking distance to keep our tummies very happy and all the facilities that we needed to eat in. Nektar bakery was an almost daily trip too 😉 Great base to travel by car to lots of cool days out and close to some really nice beaches that were perfect for the kids Lovely pool and beautiful location for star watching. Owner was great at communicating. Would highly recommend for a perfect holiday. ##### Emily F. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good stay Good location within easy walking distance to local amenities/tavernas/bars. A couple of hills on the way back and the old part of Vamos is quite uneven so heals are not such a good idea. Lovely village though, quite quiet and not touristy at all. Definitely one to come back to. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue P. 9 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Peaceful Haven We had an amazing relaxing holiday in stunning surroundings. The house had everything we needed, the pool was superb, the location was perfect and the people were the friendliest of any country we have visited. ##### Sue P. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah Long L. 23 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Vamos Had a week in the villa after a week in the southeast of Crete. We had a very enjoyable stay, loved the views, pool and Vamos village. Would definitely like to return ##### Deborah Long L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 21 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### hill villa We really enjoyed our week in Vamos and Octopus villa, with its stunning views, and lovely location. Communication with the owner, was great, and there was good info in the villa itself. The living space was a little smaller than we had anticipated, however this did not detract from our enjoyment of staying in this amazing area. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nina K. 10 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa with amazing views A cosy villa with all you need. The panoramic views of Lefka Ori and Souda bay are amazing - the most beautiful sunsets displayed each evening. Good sized pool. European plumming a nice surprise for those familiar with the typical local plumming ;-). Walking distance to local tavernas and minimarket - car recommended if you want to explore the beautiful Apokoronas area. Excellent and friendly communication with owner - thank you, Melanie! ##### Nina K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### dominique V. 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### decouverte Crete tres belle ile a decouvrir . location tres bien situee . Vamos tres beau village avec des gens acceuillant. ##### dominique V. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan R. 19 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 4 Personen Ferienhaus in kretischem Dorf Gutes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis, einfache aber gute Ausstattung, gute Lage, schöner Pool und schöne Außenanlage. Kurzer Fußweg ins Dorf mit Bäckereien, Restaurants und Minimarket sowie Apptheke. Sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Betreuung. Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen. ##### Jan R. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023 ---