On the Akrotiri peninsula of Chania, this lovely bungalow guest house offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful views of Souda Bay and the White Mountains. The private estate features a spacious pergola-covered terrace with dining area, BBQ, daybed, and hammock for ultimate relaxation. High-quality bed linen and towels ensure your comfort.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2431 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Gardenia Guest House with beautiful sea views, near the beach and the village.
Lovely bungalow guest house on private estate. Beautiful views, quiet and peaceful setting within the garden of the main house. Amazing views to Souda Bay, the White Mountains, Apokoronas, and the open sea.
The guest house includes 1 double bedroom with air-con, en-suite bathroom with shower, a living room with kitchenette, and a separate WC where the washing machine is placed. There is a spacious pergola-covered terrace including a dining area, a BBQ, a daybed, and a hammock. The bungalow and its terrace is completely private (not visible to the estate’s other residents).
High quality bed linen and towels, duvets and pillows. Professional cleaning.
Prices quoted on this listing refer to 2 guests, and can only accomodate in addition a baby.
Immediately below the bungalow is the property’s second guest house which sleeps 4. This house can be rented together with the bungalow thus accommodating a total of 6. For more information please see VRBO isting number 6556640.
Access to the bungalow is by a private path leading from the property’s gated entrance. Parking can be outside the property on the side of the neighboring olive grove.
Located on the Akrotiri peninsula of Chania, on the outskirts of the village of Sternes. The lovely beaches of Loutraki and Marathi are only a short drive away, as is the quaint village of Sternes.
Preferred guests are couples wishing to enjoy peace and quiet, respectful of the estate’s owners’ proximity. Maximum occupancy is 2, with the possibility for a cot for child up to the age of 2. Music/noise and conversation generated from the guests or equipment that they are using in and around the bungalow should be kept to a respectable level in consideration of the owners and must be reduced to a minimum after 9 pm.
Location: The pretty village of Sternes is located south of Chania International Airport (no air traffic above). The village includes 3 places to dine, a gyro/souvlaki café, a tavern, and a Kafenion (local café). There are 2 minimarkets providing basic groceries, fruit and vegetables, a bakery, and a pharmacy.
Approx. 3 km below Sternes are the sandy beaches of Loutraki and Marathi. Both have shallow, crystal-clear waters, are well protected from the northerly winds of July and August, and are favorites among both tourists and locals alike. There are 3 places to eat in Loutraki; a beach café, a grill-taverna, and another lunch tavern. Marathi has a slightly larger selection of restaurants, one of them, Patrelantonis, considered to be one of the best restaurants in Chania. Equally good but with fewer selections on its menu is the beach fish-café of Rokakis. Fishermen in the family assure fresh fish and seafood on a daily basis.
Distances: 2 km to the sandy beach of Loutraki with lunch café and 2 tavernas 3,2 km to the sandy beach of Marathi with 3 tavernas 1,5 km to nearest shop in the village of Sternes. Sternes also has a bakery, a pharmacy and 2 tavernas 7 km to the international airport of Chania 15 km to Chania, with its lovely old town and famous Venetian harbor
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach towels
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Day bed
Bathroom
1.5 private bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Preferred guests are couples wishing to enjoy peace and quiet, respectful of the estate’s owners’ proximity.
Music/noise/ conversation generated from the guests or equipment that they are using in/around the bungalow should be kept to a respectable level.
Music/noise/conversation should be kept to a respectable level in consideration of the owners and must be reduced to a minimum after 9 pm.
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 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 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 00002601127
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
About the area
Located in Chania, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Old Venetian Harbor 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 Stavros Beach and Nea Chora Beach. Greek National Football Museum and Maritime Museum of Crete are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby. Visit our Chania travel guide
Is Gardenia Guest House with beautiful sea views, near the beach and the village. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gardenia Guest House with beautiful sea views, near the beach and the village.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gardenia Guest House with beautiful sea views, near the beach and the village.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gardenia Guest House with beautiful sea views, near the beach and the village.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gardenia Guest House with beautiful sea views, near the beach and the village. located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Souda Bay, Loutraki Beach and Marathi Beach. Agia Triada Monastery and Tombs of Venizelos are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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We enjoyed our stay very much. The house was clean and comfortable. Excellent beds and linens. A lovely tray of treats and a bottle of wine greeted us. Just minutes from beaches and a quick drive to Chania. We look forward to returning. ps. Sternes is a charming village.
Great quiet location but a car is needed to get to shops, restaurants & beaches.Plenty to see & do within 50 minutes drive. Or simply sit outside & read a book.
We checked in and realized the location is not sea side or any where near anything. We left within an hour to finish our vacation somewhere else. The owner never asked why or said anything. So
David W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alison L.
23 May 2019
Great view, quiet, calm, relaxing place with outstanding support.
Really close to the airport but also to Chania. Very easy to walk the short cut to Sternes for those without a car. Also easy to walk to 2 beaches and explore the countryside around Sternes. The view is very special, taking in the sea and the spectacular white mountains. We enjoyed a relaxing retreat with no TV, radio, computer or phone distractions and felt wonderfully relaxed. There is a vegetable garden just beside the house.
Alexandra supplied us with really useful information before our holiday. Elsa was our host at the property upon arrival. The hospitality throughout our stay was outstanding, far more than ever could be expected. By the end of our week we felt like we had been staying with a good friend. This makes it a particularly special place. We would like to thank them both for enhancing our holiday.
La location a complètement répondu à nos attentes concernant la localisation, la vue et le calme. Nous étions très bien placés pour visiter le quart nord ouest de la crête. Alexsandra nous a bien conseillé concernant les visites et les lieux. Et elle a été disponible au moment de notre arrivée. Un seul petit bémol le wifi serait un plus.
Den bisherigen Bewertungen ist fast nichts mehr hinzuzufügen und können von uns bestätigt werden.
Wir haben uns in diesem tollen Ferienhaus mit gemütlicher Terrasse und traumhafter Aussicht sehr wohlgefühlt und würden auch jederzeit wieder buchen.
Alles hat wunderbar geklappt, Alexandra war sogar an unserem Anreisetag für uns einkaufen, da wir noch kein Auto hatten. Wir konnten jederzeit unsere Fragen stellen oder über Alexandra ein Auto mieten oder auch ein Taxi bestellen. Die Aussicht ist einfach wunderschön, wir haben die Abende auf der Terrasse sehr genossen. Kalathas Beach war unser Lieblingsstrand und auch ein Besuch der Höhle "Lera" lohnt sich, aber man sollte gut zu Fuß sein. Ein Besuch von Chania sollte man vermeiden, wenn Kreuzfahrtschiffe in Port Souda anlegen, da die Stadt dann wahnsinnig voll ist. Ansonsten ist Chania immer ein Besuch wert, toller alter venezianischer Hafen und eine schöne Altstadt. Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Urlaub. Kleines Manko war der laute Gesang der Zikaden und das Überfliegen der Militärflugzeuge. Das sollte man vorher vielleicht wissen. Bei der schönen Unterkunft hat es uns an nichts gefehlt. Einmal die Woche wurde sauber gemacht, frische Bettwäsche und Handtücher, das war sehr angenehm. Wir wünschen Alexandra ganz viele zufriedene und liebe Gäste.
Für uns war alles perfekt.
Wir hatten wunderbare Tage.Das Dorf Sternes hat alles was man braucht.
Taverne Nikos lecker und herzlich.
Die Ferienwohnung,der Blick,die Ruhe -kommen wieder👍🏻😊
Wir waren eine Woche in dem Bungalow und waren total begeistert. Der Empfang supernett, die Aussicht wie auf den Bildern, das Apartment Tiptop sauber.
Einzig zu erwähnen: Hin und wieder Düsen die Jets der Militärbasis über die Köpfe hinweg.
Wir können die Unterkunft absolut weiterempfehlen!
Umgebung: In der Nähe gibt es schöne Strände und Chania (ca 15-20 Min mit dem Auto entfernt) ist als Ort wunderschön! Wir waren dort abends hin und wieder essen.
Die Fotos entsprachen der Realität! Der Ausblick war sehr schön und der kleine Bungalow war wirklich privat. Man hat dort absolute Ruhe und kann seine Privatsphäre geniessen.
Alexandra war für uns per Handy immer erreichbar. Wenn wir etwas benötigten, war dieses fast sofort da. Sie kümmert sich sehr um ihre Gäste! Man kann es nur empfehlen!
Zur Info: Der letzte Weg zum Haus ist etwas steil.
Sollten wir wieder in der Gegend Urlaub machen, dann kommen wir gerne wieder.
André und Silke
Das Haus ist mit allem ausgestattet was man benötigt. Der Ausblick von der Terrasse ist einfach traumhaft und auch die Ausstattung dort lädt zum verweilen ein. Das richtige zum ausspannen und wohlfühlen.
Wir wurden vorab mit allen nötigen Details versorgt und es war auch jederzeit ein Ansprechpartner vor Ort.
Wir kommen sicher wieder.
Wir hatten nie einen so gut organisierten Gastgeber. Allein die Vorabinformationen waren einfach toll. Angefangen mit Adressen für Ärzte, Tips zum Einkaufen und Restaurants, dem Einkauf der Wochenendverpflegung bis hin zu einem sehr warmherzigen Empfang war die Begleitung durch die Eigentümer einfach schön.
Das Objekt selbst liegt sehr ruhig in einem wunderschönen Garten. Es ist mit allem ausgestattet, was man braucht, einschließlich frischem Gemüse aus dem Garten.
Einfach ein wunderbarer Ort zum Entspannen, Wohlfühlen und Kraft tanken.
Von uns ein ganz klare Empfehlung.
Great place, just right for a week's break, unbelievable views, close to beaches (~5 minutes drive) and restaurants. You do need a car with a bit of oomph, though - up two steepish hills.
Steve S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris U.
9 Oct 2018
Beautiful position exactly as shown and decribed
The owners were very attentive and amenable, made our stay perfect
Chris U.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Soline d.
31 Aug 2017
Petit coin de paradis
Petite maison parfaite avec tout ce dont on peut avoir besoin.
Vue magnifique, terrasse très bien aménagée et jardin très agréable.
Petit coin de tranquillité avec un accueil super d'Elsa et Alexandra .
Soline d.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
David S.
2 Jul 2017
Beautiful property, fabulous views.
The owners , Alexandra and Elsa, were very helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. We had very detailed information sent to us before we left which made everything very easy,from driving to our accommodation to choosing where to visit , and recommended restaurants. The situation of the garden house was very beautiful, overlooking the sea, and very peaceful. The house itself had everything we needed, and was very clean and comfortable.
We had a lovely stay there , and plan to return.