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Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5753 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is £117
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool

Olive Tree is one of our three beautiful villas set in our spacious landscaped gardens which have been carefully chosen for their beautiful flowers and foliage, allowing for a private experience, with mature trees providing shade from the sun.

Our emerald green lawns give the opportunity to lay back and sunbath around the pool, or play a few lawn games.

The pool is a massive 20 meters by 10 meters, perfect for relaxing in or for the serious swimmer to get some lengths in. The pool is situated 30 meters from the villa and shared with the other 2 villas. Available 24hrs a day.

The villa has two bedrooms, one large double and a twin room with the option of adding an extra single bed. There is a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine. Space to sit inside and eat or enjoy our outside patio area with gas BBQ for alfresco dinning.

We have a gated private parking spot for each villa. Guests are very welcome to enjoy our various gardens at any time to relax and enjoy the Cretan flowers and wildlife in perfect tranquility.

Our village is located at the foot of the mountain Malaxa, and has the feel of a traditional Greek village, yet only 4km from Chania. There are two local mini markets a chemist and a coffee shop. There is also a traditional taverna serving food and drink.

Meltemaki beach is 2km away it is a beautiful sandy beach popular with the locals. There is a fish taverna, perfect for experiencing authentic Mediterranean seafood.

There is a village bus stop 30 meters from the entrance to the car park, and a bus stop 1km away on the main road from Souda to Chania, buses run every 20 minutes from there and three times a day from the village bus stop.
Taxis from the center of Chania back to Crete retreat are around 8 euro.

Crete retreat is a family run business and we live on site so are available if needed. We are animal lovers with dogs, cats, chickens and parakeets kept within our own premises. Guests are welcome to arrange a visit.

In our opinion Crete Retreat is a perfect environment for people who wish to explore and enjoy Crete, from a beautiful and unique oasis.


Tourist Tax 2025

As of 1st January 2025 the Greek authorities have increased the Tourist tax from a nominal amount.
The new rates are set out below and will be collected on check in.
November to April €2 per night
April to October €8 per night


WINTER LETS

If you wish to rent the villa during the winter months (November to March) the price is NOT inclusive of electricity, gas or firewood. Please contact us prior to booking to discuss.

Property manager

Mr Ian Johnson

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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 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 00002795293

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

Property is also known as

Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool House Tsikalaria
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool House
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool Tsikalaria
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool House Tsikalaria
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool House
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool Tsikalaria
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool House Tsikalaria
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool House
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool Tsikalaria
Olivetree is set Beautiful Grounds Large Pool
Olivetree is set in Beautiful Grounds With Large Pool Tsikalaria
Olivetree is set in Beautiful Grounds With Large Pool Chania
Olivetree is set in Beautiful Grounds With Large Pool

About the area

Map
Tsikalaria, Crete

What's nearby

  • Port of Souda - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Souda Bay War Cemetery - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Chania Central Market - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Nea Chora Beach - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ψησταρια "Ο Κουμπεσ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Κληματσάκης - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Box - Espresso Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Καναρια - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Όνειρο - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool?

As of 24 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool on 29 Jun 2025 start from £117.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Souda Bay and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Port of Souda. Souda Bay War Cemetery and War Museum of Chania are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Olivetree is set in our beautiful landscaped gardens close to the pool Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein wunderschöner Urlaub mit tollen Gastgebern

Der Aufenthalt begann mit einer wunderbaren Begrüßung mit vielen Tipps und einem tollen Ferienhaus. Rob und Rachel waren immer für einen Tipp und Hilfe ansprechbar. Man hatte das Gefühl, dass man bei Freunden zu Besuch war! Die Lage ist zentral. Ich empfehle aber immer ein Auto, da kein schöner Strand fussläufig zu erreichen ist, mit dem Auto aber der gesamte Westen Kretas super zu erkunden ist und auch zeitlich im Urlaubsrahmen ist. Es gibt regelmäßig frische Eier und einen tollen Gartenshop mit schönem Kunsthandwerk. Wir kommen gerne wieder!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter in Crete

Our trip to Crete Retreat was fantastic! Beautiful grounds, quiet and very enjoyable sitting in the sun near the pool having a glass of incredible Greek wine. Rob and Rachel were outstanding hosts. We got to meet their whole family. Great family atmosphere and I would not hesitate recommending this property to others. Close enough to Chania city for easy access and far enough away for quiet tranquility. The Crete Retreat was perfectly located on the island for us to easily visit most of the island by car. Beautiful landscape and wonderful people. I would highly recommend staying with these wonderful hosts!
Stayed 86 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

martine b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour dans un très beau cadre

Le logement lui même est très basique et un peu vieillissant mais propre. La très grande piscine au milieu du jardin est un vrai luxe La présence des nombreux chiens est très sympathique (pour ceux qui les aiment) Quant à Ian il est très serviable, très gentil. Il est à la fois présent et très discret. Je recommande tout à fait cette location
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Elisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bonne location un peu chère

Appartement spacieux et confortable. Cependant l'équipement de la cuisine est très sommaire pour cuisiner pour 4 (pas assez de couverts et ustensiles de cuisine). Il manquent des moustiquaires aux fenêtres qui permettraient de bénéficier de l'air frais la nuit sans avoir à utiliser la climatisation très bruyante. La piscine est très grande mais pas très propre. L'hôte est très discret mais disponible.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Samuel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour

Super!

8/10 Good

Antoine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place to discover Chania & surrounding

Very satisfied of our stay at Ian's house. The house was well furnished and clean. You have all you need to spend a cosy and confortable stay. Swiming pool is very large and you can relax in several seats around. The BBQ set is fantastic for a happy meal and easy to use. Ian is often available for any question & tip. The location is easily accessible.

8/10 Good

gerard c.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Depaysement

L accueil de mr Johnson est très bien Quelques difficultés à trouver la location Mais le séjour fut agréable et mr Johnson fait le maximum pour vous rendre la vie très sympa Je conseille cette location mais il faut un véhicule pour profiter de la région.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Matt B.

Rustic and quiet

The villa is squirrelled away in a nearly hard-to-find track in quiet Tsikalaria, near Chania. I used StreetView and Google Maps to find the location before I left the UK! The villa itself is pleasant, with two ample bedrooms with fantastic aircon. There's a functional kitchen, lounge area and a bathroom with a reasonable shower. Don't expect top of the range fittings or mod-cons...this is not that type of villa. For example, there's no TV. It is rustic, private and perfectly usable. There's a small outside dining area that is a big sun-trap and gets hot. There are two other villas on the complex, both set away from this one. You don't really hear the others, unless they have an Eastenders-style shouting match.... The grounds are fine and well maintained by Ian, who you do see often tending the grounds. The shared swimming pool is large, wide and deep. There is a small shallow area for smaller people, but this isn't that big. Two thirds of the pool are over 1.9m deep. It is a very nice pool with sunbeds around it on grass. You can have sun and shade as you want. The grounds are shared with Ian's three peaceful dogs and some cats. You also see lovely dragonflies and unfortunately some mozzies! Access to the national road is extremely easy - 1 min away. You are 10 mins drive from Chania and 30 mins from Kissamos. 20 mins away is the waterpark. There is a bus stop within a few mins walk. Ian, the owner, was very friendly and helped us when required. On-site wifi is intermittent, so I used 4G instead - it was very quick for me, just make sure you have sufficient data in your plan. There's a local supermarket called "AB" five minutes away which is really nice but a touch expensive. Lidl is another 5 mins away. In all, very nice quiet and rustic, so don't expect clean lines and mod-cons.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Ignacio B., MADRID

Lugar muy agradable y tranquilo. Buena piscina. Casa bien distribuira. Ian atento y agradable.

La casa esta integrada en una finca muy tranquila con mucha vegetacion. La piscina esta muy bien y se comparte con poco vecinos. Ian el propietario es muy atento y agradable. La ubicacion es muy buena para conocer el oeste de la Isla. A solo 12 m del centro de Chania y con las principales visitas a 60 o 90 minutos. (Balos, Elafonisi, Retinmo, Falasarna. Sfakia....) Un sitio para desconectar. A mejorar un poco el equipamiento. Una nevera mas grande, un microondas, persianas, mosquiteras en ventanas. Un sitio para volver.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Philippe D., france

L'endroit idéale pour découvrir l'ouest de la CRËTE

Mrs IAN est trés attachant Un endroit trés bien situé au milieu d'oliviers,à 10 minutes (en voiture) de Chania ; arrêt de bus pas loin de la location. Moins de 50km de Rethimon. Endroit très paisible pas de bruit ,confort, terrasse au soleil avec un abri;barbecue. Piscine entretenue et propre. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour et IAN est de bon conseil pour les visites. Merci IAN .
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Florence l.

Sejour de deux semaines en famille

La maison très fonctionnelle contient les équipements essentiels. La propriété est vraiment agréable : beaucoup de verdure, les chiens, chats et poule que nos enfants citadins ont vraiment appréciés (et nous aussi d'ailleurs) et bien entendu la piscine !!. Le BBQ à gaz partagé est également très convivial. Ian et son épouse sont à la fois attentifs et discrets. Il y a beaucoup de choses à voir dans l ouest de la Crête : les gorges de Samaria pour les marcheurs, la plage paradisiaque de Balos, celle d'Elafonisi, et quelques monastères. Les villes de Chania et Réthymnon valent aussi le détour.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017