Title: Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. ## Photo gallery for Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. (Hania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29510000/29507700/29507689/c6d4fc70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. (Hania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29510000/29507700/29507689/7e429ad9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. (Hania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29510000/29507700/29507689/7a2d5215.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. (Hania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29510000/29507700/29507689/62c868bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. (Hania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29510000/29507700/29507689/80c84af8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in Nea Kydonia's countryside, this luxurious villa offers a serene getaway. Panoramic views of the Cretan landscape unfold from its lookout decks and private pool, while modern design elements blend seamlessly with traditional stone walls and wooden beams. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 153767 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. Greek Tourism Authorization No.MHTE 1042K10003000801 Its award winner architect has come up with a design, for a luxury, yet easy-going, country home that combines traditional elements, (like wide stone walls, exposed wooden beams), with modern ones (like folding glass panels, interior light wells, lookout decks at each floor) to offer residents the sense of being secure and cozy, while open to enjoy the panoramic views and the docile Cretan climate – the best there is! Standing on its 2000 m2 of olive groves, with 12 x 3,5 m private pool, the villa is located at an idyllic countryside spot of Nea Kydonia, from where it’s just 10 min drive to Chania town, and 800 m to Kalamaki’ sea, with many sandy beaches nearby. What previous guests have loved most was the feeling of spaciousness, the communication and free lines of vision that the light wells allowed, the opportunity to enjoy being outdoors at the patio, the dinning terrace and the pool, the décor’s equilibrium of earthly colours and materials with aluminium and modern fitting. Accessible features:: Step free entrance to main floor. Wide entrance doors, all doors 75-90 cm wide, Bedrooms with room to manoeuvre. Twin beds can be made 45 cm high. A cargo lift (80cm X 110cm) gives access to all floors, but it's permitted to be used only to facilitate guests with mobility problems at theirs or their guardians' responsibility. There are two accessible bathrooms. One in the main floor with accessible sink, 45cm high toilette and accessed by a ramp 0-12 cm high. Its bath-lid is 53cm high and it has a portable bath seat. Altenatively can be used as a shower room. And one in the ground floor (roll in shawer), 45cm high toilette, gripping bars, adjustable shower-height.; All entrances are step free. Step free access to the pool. Accessible open air cinema in garden by the pool . ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### 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. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Front entrance ramp - In-room accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Outdoord only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Heated pool - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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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 Note from host: After request 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 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 1042Κ10003000801 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 A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Luxury Family Friendly Just 10 Minutes Walk Beach Private po ## About the area Located in Chania, this villa is near theme parks 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 Kalamaki Beach and Agioi Apostoloi Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Golfland and Limnoupolis Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling. [Visit our Chania travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chania.dx601135) [View more Villas in Chania](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chania-Villas.d601135-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%7C35.50840%2C23.95946&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zHRxmuj6jp6dHRhFtOmsQlupar4=) Hania, Crete ### What's nearby - ![Agioi Apostoloi beach, Chania, Crete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105774/e540ea7d-f71f-4ccd-bdb6-da991b45e262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Agioi Apostoloi Beach 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Stalos Beach 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Kalamaki Beach 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Sunset Beach 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Iguana Beach 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Siroccos taverna 3 min drive - Kalliston hotel bar 2 min drive - Maria's Taverna 18 min walk - Maestro 4 min drive - ΨΗΤΟΠΟΛΙΣ 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. have a pool? ### Is Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. ? ### What time is check-in at Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. ? ### What time is check-out at Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. ? ### Where is Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury with private heated pool close to beach ponoramic views for 6-14 people. 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 37 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary W., Watford, England 3 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Retreat Beautiful villa with plenty of space. The owners were very lovely and helpful. All the rooms were very tasteful and comfortable. ##### Gary W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dina C. 28 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Villa for Groups of Friends We had a lovely stay at Villa Catani. It was perfect for our group of 3 families (6 adults & 7 children age 6-14). Lots of space to hang out together or find somewhere for yourself. The outdoor seating areas had beautiful views and the villa had everything needed for our stay. Our host, Kostas was wonderful and kindly provided tips for restaurants, beaches & sightseeing. ##### Dina C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eleanor H. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We stayed for 2 weeks in August. The villa is beautiful, so much space for our party of 2 families (10 people)There are good beaches within walking distance, you can surf at a beach just 15 mins walk. Ideally you should rent a car for the villa as there is so much to see and do in Crete but it isn’t essential.We had teenagers in our group and they were able to visit the beach and shops separately. The villa is just off a busy road but you can cross over either just up or just down from the villa and walk on much safer roads.We also visited Galatas several times on foot (inland) and had wonderful meals.Kostas was very accommodating and always available for any minor issues we had.It was a perfect trip, thank you Kostas! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/58c73559-fd00-43bd-869a-0e2d0ed3eade-1756825691551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Eleanor H. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren D. 4 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect property for large groups. This is the perfect property when traveling with a large group. Enough space to stretch out and not feel like you’re on top of each other. The kitchen was well supplied and big enough for several cooks at once! The AC cooled the house down and was very comfortable during a few hot days we had. We also enjoyed the pool after long days of sightseeing. The house is close to beaches, restaurants and grocery stores. Kostas is a wonderful host and responded timely if we had a question or issue. ##### Lauren D. Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah M. 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Beautiful Villa with Wonderful Hosts We hosted our family reunion in Kostas and Katerina‘s home and we absolutely loved our entire time at the villa. We were 4 family groups (13 guests at most) and the home had plenty of space for us all. It was charming and entirely wheelchair accessible which was very important as a full time power wheelchair user. We loved gathering as a family on the 2 verandas and just taking in the views (the pictures do not do it justice). Our family made such great memories in their villa whether it was gathered around in the living room, breakfasts and dinners around the kitchen table, breakfasts around the table on the 1st level veranda, relaxing on the 2nd level veranda, or just relaxing by the pool. The home had plenty of places to gather as a family and make memories. The home’s location was great as it was near beaches, restaurants, stores, and attractions. Kostas made our stay memorable as he was so hospitable and always responded timely whenever we had questions or even just inquiries on what to do. We were so sad to leave the villa and would absolutely stay here again if we are in Chania, Crete again. ##### Sarah M. Stayed 10 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tulip i. 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful villa, Kostas was an amazing host great location ##### tulip i. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peta S. 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely property with plenty of space for our two families. Watching sunsets from the terrace was a particular highlight. Kostas was so kind and welcoming, gave us some really helpful tips about the area and what to explore and was always available to answer our queries. ##### Peta S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura G. 8 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful villa close to the beach! Our large family group loved our stay at the villa. It was the perfect size for our group with wonderful balcony views. The pool was nicely maintained which was perfect for afternoon dips on those hot Crete days. Highly recommend! ##### Laura G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Amy B. 26 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Staying at Villa Catani We stayed at Villa Catani for 11 days and it was lovely. It was spacious enough for 4 families with various terraces and places to go and admire the wonderful views. It had a rustic charm about it, felt safe for children and set in a wonderful olive grove. The pool was perfectly placed with shade at one end or if you wanted to go to the beach, it was a pleasant 10/15 minute walk. Kostas was very accommodating and hospitable and I would highly recommend staying there to anyone. ##### Amy B. Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony H. 22 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for a group of friends An unusual building design - with all the accommodation in the main building, and outside dining and relaxing areas on 2 open sided verandas, catching the cooling breezes - the top one being popular for chilling. Everything was all one expects from a villa of this size. But by far the biggest plus was the welcoming host, Kostas, who met us on arrival - guided us round the villa and provided excellent advice on everything from restaurants to beaches. We would recommend Villa Catani to any of our friends & family ##### Tony H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Werner B., Willich 15 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgious villa in beautiful setting Surrounded by a lovely olive grove, the extraordinary architecture of Villa Catani made our holidays an unforgettable experience. A seperate construction with comfortable and spacious terraces on 2 levels provided a great view on the waterfront. We extremely enjoyed our stay with the greater family, including 4 little kids. We were heartily welcomed by our host Kostas, who constantly cared for our comfort and gave us a lot of useful tips. Due to the pleasant weather - even at the beginning of november - we enjoyed the well-maintained pool as well as the nearby beaches. We really can recommend this hospitable and extraordinary location. ##### Werner B. Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrizia C. 7 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing house in ana amazing place We had a wonderful time at villa Catani! As a group of 15 (8 adults. 7 children) we loved the villa with its stylish quirks. The communal areas are comfortable and spacious, with the outside balconies giving the opportunity for some beautiful views, particularly at sunset. We loved spending time around the pool. Kostas and Katerina are awesome hosts, always available and extremely welcoming and helpful. A holiday we will never forget. Hopefully we will be back soon! Thank you Kostas & Katerina! ##### Patrizia C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Martin L. 19 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious Family property in an Olive Grove Large family house with all the querkiness associated with a gradual build. The property is decorated with the proprietors own paintings leaving you with an impression of different themes as you move between rooms. External facilities incl shaded seating, eating and the pool more than adequate. Internally, the lounge and dining area can get a little tight for large parties. However, weather permitting, most will spend their time outside. The owners live next door and are always on hand to give helpful guidance on local facilities. They rear some turkeys and ducks and have some domestic animals as well that our younger family members enjoyed. ##### Martin L. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric L. 4 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 50th Anniversary Gala We gathered at the villa with 5 adults and two children from America and 5 adults and 2 children from Denmark. The villa accommodated us all perfectly. It is classy but comfortable with common spaces to take advantage of sun or shade. The bedrooms are all excellent and the kitchen is beautifully equipped. The pool is perfect for grandparents, parents and children. Kostas is a delightful host combining Greek wisdom and philosophy with practical advice on restaurants, beaches and sights nearby to go with his delicious apricots, marmalade and welcoming treats. He thoughtfully made all areas safe for the children. This was a vacation we will never forget and we hope you will have the pleasure of enjoying it too. You will not be disappointed. ##### Eric L. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Beate B. 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Familievennlig villa med god plass. Veldig hyggelig og hjelpsom vert. Veldig fornøyd med valg av bolig. ##### Beate B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ghillie B. 14 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa Catani As three families, 14 people, we spent 10 days at Villa Catani. The house is beautifully designed for the climate, having a outdoor lounge area which is great for a sundowner, and an outdoor dining deck. For sleeping, we were also able to split youth and adults between the three floors. Kostas is the most welcoming and relaxed host. A lovely man who checked in with us during the week and gave us figs, honey and great advice about the area. ##### Ghillie B. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe F. 2 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful house, great location We were quite a large group (11 adults and 5 small children) and this house was fantastic. It was large enough with multiple outdoor balconies and that we could relax together without worrying about waking up the babies. The pool was well covered at the shallow end too which helped with the young ones and the bbq was unbelievable. The nearest mini market is 10/15 mins walk away which we liked to do to get fresh air. It’s down quite a steep up but we all managed fine with this even pushing prams up in the heat. Kostas was a lovely host helping us settle in and provided a taxi number as we didn’t hire a car. You don’t really need a car for this house unless you are planning excursions, we managed to do everything by walking (shopping/restaurant/beaches) or taxis (big shops/water park) and rhe taxis were never too expensive esp considering we usually had a full cab. All in all a great house with fab hosts. Perfect for large groups that don’t want to drive and plan on relaxing pools days with some beach action and restaurants…oh the water park is a strong recommendation too. We went late May and it was completely empty - good for really young ones too ##### Zoe F. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. 29 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A stunning and comfortable villa - communal spaces and privacy combined We had an amazing time staying at Villa Catani in August 2021\. We were three families with 6 children (a total of 12 people) and this place was great for us. The Villa is spacious and airy with cleaners coming in twice a week to change bedding and freshen up. There are many brilliant spaces for anyone staying at the Villa to use including a large outdoor dining table and several other seating areas. The highlight for the adults was the wonderful upstairs outdoor seating area/balcony with huge cushions and loads of space for all of us to relax with a drink etc once the children were in bed and watch the sunset/night sky and hear the sea. There is a well equipped kitchen and all the essentials are provided. The pool was excellent and all of our group had a great time making use of it, particularly the children some of whom barely came out of it the whole holiday. There is a shallow end for little ones and a deeper part for others and plenty of loungers for those who want to relax in the sun around it as well as a handy shaded seating area next to it. The villa is set amongst picturesque olive groves just off the road down to the seafront. A word about the layout - there are three large double rooms on the first floor and one on the ground floor of the main building. The other two rooms are a separate downstairs studio accessible through a separate entrance. This allowed all of our party to feel properly spaced out and not on top of each other with two standalone bathrooms and three en suites. The villa is quite well located with a walk of around 15 mins to a lovely beach (it’s closer to get to the front but worth a slightly longer walk to the sand and amenities e.g beach bars, that Kalamaki beach offers). Galatas is split with half of it inland of the Villa and the rest along the sea front. Whilst most tourists head to the front which is lovely, it’s worth a look at the inland part which includes the amazing restaurant Mastrapas which will give a proper snapshot of brilliant local cuisine and atmosphere. Kostos and Katerina couldn’t haven’t been kinder and made our visit so smooth and pleasant. From the Greek pastries provided on arrival to the information on local attractions and services, to the fresh figs brought round part way through our stay they were the perfect hosts and we were so glad to be able to stay at their wonderful villa. ##### David S. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### niels a. 7 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Virkelig fremragende og spændende hus med mange muligheder. For en familieferie var dette det rette sted! Mange muligheder for aktiviteter indendørs og udendørs. Alle behøvede ikke opholde sig samme sted - mulighed for stor frihed. Værtsparret var yderst imødekommende: Ønskede at hjælpe os bedst muligt med indhegning af pool (3-årig), mørklægning for vinduerne :-) osv osv. Lækkert (bl. a. hjemmebagt) tragtement ved velkomsten. Virkelig spændende arkitekt-tegnet hus. Det eneste, der generede nogen af os, var, at der var meget lydt, hvilket hørtes om natten især. ##### niels a. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pernille H. 19 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dejligt og velfungerende hus 10 min gang fra strand Vi boede 11 mand fordelt på 3 generation 1 uge i oktober. Huset svarede fuldstændig til billederne og planløsningen fungere meget godt til en stor familie, med mange forskellige området at opholde sig på. Flere fantastiske terrasser med både sol og skygge gennem hele dagen. Hurtigt internet og alle nødvendige fornødenheder. Eneste lidt negative er at huset er meget lyt og et par døre på køleskab og toilet der trænger til at blive justeret. Kan klart anbefale huset og stor ros til Kostas for modtagelse og god råd til aktiviteter. ##### Pernille H. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrina M. 2 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful holiday in Crete We travelled from Ireland to stay at Villa Catani for 12 nights in June 2019, our party was made up of 6 adults and 4 teenagers. We all had a wonderful holiday in Crete and the house was a fantastic base for exploring all of this beautiful region of Crete. Our host Kostas met us at the villa and had kindly prepared a delicious homemade Greek snack for us which was very welcoming after our late-night flight. He was an excellent host and extremely helpful throughout our holiday with any queries we had. The house provided plenty of space for everyone with lots of outdoor seating areas to relax. The house was very spacious with a great pool there were plenty of sun loungers and shaded spaces to sit if needed. The house has beautiful views over the olive groves and in the evenings the views of the sunset are spectacular out to the sea. The air-conditioning was great, silent and very cooling. The villa was cleaned twice during our stay and we were provided with clean sheets and towels. We enjoyed may evenings BBQing and eating outside at the large dining table. We also walked to the local restaurants at Kalamaki, we can recommend Nesaki (excellent pizzas) and Salavantes. We did many trips from the house including a trip to Balos Beach and Elafonisi beach, two of the most amazing beaches in the world and to the local beaches of Kalamaki and Iguana beach. The house is close to the beautiful city of Chania (10-minute drive) where we enjoyed lovely dinners in the evenings and great shopping. We hired a private boat for the 10 of us from Chania and had a wonderful day with Manos and Billy on the traditional Greek boat https://www.manoscruises.com/ We went snorkelling, jumping off the boat and we enjoyed an amazing BBQ prepared by Manos on the boat. This was one of the highlights of our trip. The waterpark is only a 15-minute drive away, it was very well organised and we spent the whole day enjoying it. We loved Crete and staying at Villa Catani made it a very special holiday. I would highly recommend it. ##### Katrina M. Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christelle D. 22 Aug 2019 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent sejour Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans la maison de Kostas. Elle est spacieuse, moderne et très agréable. La piscine est très sympa. Merci beaucoup! Nous la recommandons sans hésiter. ##### Christelle D. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara J. 25 Jun 2018 #### Excellent family holiday We were a mixed group of 10 people with an age range from 06 months to 71 years old. The villa lent itself perfectly to our group. The downstairs is almost like a separate flat with lots space and a variety of beds plus lots of toys etc for the children. There is also direct access to the garden. The rest of our party was spread around the ground and first floors. The villa is very well appointed and we were all extremely comfortable. There were at least 5 different outside sitting places which we used according to time of day, where the sun was, who was around etc. It was a 10 minute walk to the sea from the villa and then another 5 minutes along the coast road to the beach. We had a choice of 5 beaches which were all walkable from the villa and many restaurants and shops. Bit difficult with a pushchair though as the climb back up the hill to the villa would be a bit tiring and hot with small children. I recommend Balos Beach (without small children) but if you go please go early. Absolutely stunning. We left the villa at 07.30 and were parked by 08.45\. There is then a 2km walk to the beach but it is worth it. We left at 11.00am and met hoards of people arriving. Some had to park 5km before the main car park as the beach became so busy. That means a 7km walk to the beach which is too far! I would suggest getting there early or don't go at all. Samaria was closed on the day our group (without children) wanted to walk it but we walked the Irini Gorge and did a few other walks out of the book. Kostas was very helpful with the few queries we had and I can thoroughly recommend staying at Villa Catani. ##### Barbara J. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Kathryn F. 11 Jun 2018 #### LOVELY VILLA We were welcomed to the villa by Kostas who was waiting to show us around and provided us with some delicious hot home-made snacks. There were 12 of us sharing the villa and we found it spacious with lots of really good seating areas outside and the kitchen was well equipped. We used the local taxis quite a lot and found them very reliable and their prices were reasonable. The restaurants in Kalamaki were good, but if you want to go to Chania it is only a short taxi ride away. Chania is well worth visiting during the day for sightseeing and it's lovely to have an evening meal at one of the harbour restaurants. ##### Kathryn F. Stayed 7 nights in May 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 13 Sept 2017 #### Holiday to remember We were a large group of 13 and an infant, spanning 3 generations, and this villa was perfect for us, with room to spare. The outside space is huge, with 4 different covered balcony areas for dining and relaxing, with all the gardens, the pool area, and the large barbeque. Bedrooms were spacious and the kitchen had everything we needed. The furnishings were excellent quality, comfy couches , decent outside chairs and tables, and decorated in a homely style with art work , mirrors etc. Unlike other properties we have stayed in, the owners didn't remove all useful things left by previous occupants, so we had lots of herbs, spices, olive oils,l washing powder etc that we could use, even beach towels that had been left behind. Very helpful. Kostas greeted us warmly on arrival - an excellent host - with some home made snacks and a bottle of wine, which was unexpected and very welcome.There was even a variety of blow up airbeds at the pool and childrens' toys downstairs . I would recommend this villa to large groups who like places with masses of character - this Villa has loads. Kostas couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. We hope to return there again one day. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017 ---