Title: Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113150541&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially Holiday home in Chania with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially ![Living area - Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially (Chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113150600/113150541/c2c70263.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially (Chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113150600/113150541/149ac3ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially (Chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113150600/113150541/a330f238.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially (Chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113150600/113150541/465a570e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially (Chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113150600/113150541/4019406c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - 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. ### Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially Joyful Secret Garden House is a charming detached home nestled in a peaceful neighborhood of Dikastiria, just a stone’s throw from Chania city center. Offering both tranquility and convenience, this bright and spacious property is perfect for those who want to experience the best of the city while enjoying a private retreat. The house features three comfortable bedrooms, a generously sized living room with a cozy fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and two bathrooms, including an ensuite in one of the bedrooms. Large windows fill the home with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. One of the property’s highlights is its expansive private yard, a true oasis of relaxation. Surrounded by lush greenery, it provides the perfect setting to enjoy breakfast or lunch under the shade of the trees. Guests are welcome to make use of the BBQ and traditional wood oven, adding a special touch to outdoor dining experiences. Whether you're gathering with friends or spending quality time with family, this outdoor space offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of everyday life. Chania, one of the most picturesque cities in Crete, is renowned for its stunning Venetian Harbor, vibrant old town, and crystal-clear beaches. Staying at Joyful Secret Garden House, you’ll be just minutes away from charming local tavernas, cafes, and historical landmarks, while also having the benefit of a private, serene setting to unwind. An excellent choice for families with children and groups of friends, this home ensures comfort, privacy, and an authentic Cretan experience in one of the island’s most beautiful destinations. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664200/112664159/c6732f2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Malia Beelight - Family & Groups Malia - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=112664159&PinnedHotelID=112664159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![42-inch Smart TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101260000/101255800/101255740/3a89df42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arvacay Luxury home Malia Old Town - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=101255740&PinnedHotelID=101255740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117710000/117701500/117701426/1e8d898b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Artemis House Chania Town - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=117701426&PinnedHotelID=117701426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116737200/116737188/7498c7f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunshine sea view holiday home apartment in charming Koutouloufari village. 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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property 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 00002218453 ### 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.510067,24.034859&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_mwwE%7BhuqC%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40Q%40S%3FS%40Q%40S%40QBS%40QBS%40QBQBSBQBQDSBQDQDQBQDQFQDODQFOFQDQFOFOFOFQHOFOHMFOHOHMHOHMHMJOHKJMHMJMJKHMLKHKLKJKJKJILKJILILILILIJGLILGLGNGLGLGLENGLELENELENCNELCNCNCLCNANCLANANANAN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40NBN%40LBNBLBNBNDLBNDLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFNFJFLHLFLHLHJHLHLHJJLHJJJJJJJJJJJLJJJLHLJLHLJLFLJLHNHLFNHNFLHNFNFPHNFNFNDPFPDNFPDNDPDPDPDPBPDPBRDP%40PBRBPBPBR%40P%40RBP%40R%3FP%40R%40R%3FP%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPAR%3FRAPAR%3FRAPCRAPAPCRCPCRCPAPERCPEPCPEPEPEPEPEPGNEPGNEPGNGPINGNGNINGNILGNINILKLGNKLILKLIJKLKLKJKJKJKJKJKJMJKHMHMHKJMFMHMHMFKFOHMFMDMFOFMDMDODMDODMDOBOBMBOBMBOBO%40O%40O%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAOAOAMAOAOCMCOCOCMCOCOEMEOEMEMEOEMGMGMEOGMIMGMGKIMIMGMKMIKIMIKKKKKKMKIKMKIKKMKMIKKMIMKMIMIOIMIOIOGMIOGOIOGOGOGQGOEQGOGQEOEQGQEQCQEQEQCQEQCSCQCQCSAQCSAQCQASAQAS%3FSAQAS%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YGElsylzX28yuzzHaGlDc9-xyuc=) Chania #### What's nearby - Chania Prefecture Government Offices \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Koum Kapi Beach \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Chania Central Market \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Old Venetian Harbor \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Nea Chora Beach \- 5 min drive \- 2.2 miles #### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Espressaki - ‬12 min walk - ‪Το Στέκι Του Θανάση - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Jar - ‬13 min walk - ‪Πατριδογευσία - ‬6 min walk - ‪Kross Coffee Works - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially pet-friendly? ### Where is Joyful Secret Garden House by 8essentially located? ## Have a question? 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