Title: Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34515313&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious Family-friendly villa with water park and outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious ![Outdoor pool - Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious (chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34520000/34515400/34515313/ddc5c9e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious (chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34520000/34515400/34515313/1749aaf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious (chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34520000/34515400/34515313/0dda8e35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing - Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious (chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34520000/34515400/34515313/3658095d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious (chania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34520000/34515400/34515313/85d3c4da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a water park, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious . For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to babysitting, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 83175 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer ## 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 Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious Location The villa is located in Akrotiri, near Monte Vardia, by the forest of St. Matthews, 5 km east of Chania. The peninsula of Akrotiri is well known for its natural beauty but also for the important historical events that took place there, offering many monuments to visit. Considering the villa as your starting point, you will have the opportunity to visit the area attractions, but the entire island as well. During your stay it is worth navigating through Akrotiri and admire natural landscapes of extreme contrasts, beaches with green waters and beautiful sand, historical sites, monasteries and caves of infinite natural beauty, at a short distance from the villa. The Villa The Villa is a part of a residence group, located at an idyllic location on a cliff next to the forest of St. Matthews, at the location Monte Vardia, giving the visitors an incredible unobstructed view of the city and the Cretan Sea. It is built in plot with landscaped gardens and a lush grove with centenarian trees and a private swimming pool. It is the ideal scenery to enjoy carefree private moments under the sun, refresh yourself with a swim and gaze at the sea and the landscape helping you forget about daily routines and taste the Greek summer. The Villa’s spacious and brightful interior, tastefully decorated with luxurious furniture and unique artwork, makes it the ultimate summer resort for you to enjoy your vacation with luxury and comfort at a famous Greek island. The Villa is built in two levels with modern design and comfy spaces. At the ground floor of the house there is a dining room, a living room with a fireplace and a big office, all in one continuous space. There’s also a fully equipped kitchen with built-in appliances and electrical devices, a master bedroom with built-in cabinets and its own bathroom, a laundry room and a small W.C. The ground floor space is surrounded by big windows which offer unlimited view. At the first floor there are two large bedrooms with their own separate bathrooms and built-in cabinets. The balconies which are at the perimeter of the building are very large and offer a unique view all year long. The Villa has a private pool surrounded by lawn, a shaped garden that offers a variety of herbs, flowers and trees and a furnished veranda with comfortable sun beds and a living room. It also has an exterior dining room, a barbeque and a wood oven to enjoy the unique Cretan flavors while staring at the infinite blue and the picturesque city of Chania. General Details. Capacity: 8 people, 6 people in 3 bedrooms and 2 additional people under request. The plot : 6000 meters. The house : 295 sq. m. on two levels. Facilities and equipment Private pool: 50 sq. m. Panoramic view (mountains, city and sea.) Barbeque and wood oven Exterior Dining and living room A.C. in all bedrooms and the living room Central Heating Wifi Safe Laundry room with washing machine and iron. Fireplace Audioplayer DVD player & TV Desktop Computer TV PC Oven and stove with gas Microwave Dishwasher Toaster Coffee maker Kettle Washing machine Iron Services Services included at the rental price: Welcome at your arrive with traditional treats Cleaning Linen change Pool cleaning and gardening Additional Services available upon request with extra charge: Apart from the basic services offered to our guests, there are many others that we can offer upon request, but in case you would like something different do not hesitate to ask us. Transportation from and to the airport or the port Daily linen change Babysitting Food supplies and household products, before arrival and during your stay Cooking, traditional Cretan dishes or cuisine of your choice Car or boat rental Guided tours Medical services Massage indoors Grooming and Care Personal Trainer Event organization Sightseeing tours ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total - Food and water bowls ### Suitability/Accessibility - 5 steps to reach entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Meal delivery service - Safe ### Location highlights - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Recycling - Soundproofing - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 3,175 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66420000/66419700/66419660/131812dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Villa with a Miraculous View Φαλάσαρνα - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=66419660&PinnedHotelID=66419660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83710000/83705200/83705187/55554589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunnyside Villa I, Just Steps to the Beach rethymno - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=83705187&PinnedHotelID=83705187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33391100/33391007/ec32d8ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle Rethymno - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=33391007&PinnedHotelID=33391007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91340000/91337000/91336958/c257c605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Elpida Sea view & heated\* pool! 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 Note from host: upon request This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 and a deadlock 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 1042Κ132K3165401 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 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 Villa Mariposa-luxury Sunny /panoramic Sea City View chania Villa Mariposa-luxury Sunny /panoramic Sea City View Mariposa-luxury Sunny /panoramic Sea City View chania Villa Mariposa-luxury Sunny /panoramic Sea City View chania Villa Mariposa-luxury Sunny /panoramic Sea City View Mariposa-luxury Sunny /panoramic Sea City View chania Mariposa-luxury Sunny /panoramic Sea City View ## About the area Located in Chania, this villa is in the city centre 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 Nea Chora Beach and Golden Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Greek National Football Museum and Maritime Museum of Crete. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails. [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%7C35.51730%2C24.06229&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=78UAkZcWv88x1GDFZJHw4DmRhHY=) chania, Crete ### What's nearby - ![Beautiful Chania, Crete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/f1dc3abc-4cab-41e2-8ef1-14685d0a60c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Old Venetian Harbor 8 min drive \- 2.6 miles - ![Aerial drone photo of famous Venetian fortified islet of Souda featuring small chapel of Agios Nikolaos, Chania, Crete island, Greece](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6278302/d4eb882d-de8b-44f5-9ef7-6a0c70b22580.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Port of Souda 9 min drive \- 3.1 miles - Tombs of Venizelos 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Eleftherios Venizelos' House 6 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Kouloura Cove 6 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) 12 min drive ### Restaurants - Το Στέκι Του Θανάση 7 min drive - Κουκουβάγια 16 min walk - Mitsos Bbq 3 min drive - N upnorth 4 min drive - Da Vinci 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious have a pool? ### Is Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious ? ### What time is check-in at Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious ? ### What time is check-out at Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious ? ### Where is Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious 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 54 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary F. 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay The house was perfect for my family. Great location and beautiful views. ![Nice barbeque set up. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d322f775-9a49-47d9-83c6-2680ce1dfc62-1752149145959.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Great pool with a view](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2f8219bd-7c80-4599-822d-faf80e670dab-1752149145704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Sea view](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aeb11809-c120-4d30-a703-6d58dc51faa1-1752149146345.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/399832de-3770-4dc4-8d75-1d02f81525cc-1752149144967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Mary F. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lafir T. 22 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place for family with kids The property was amazing, the host was very welcoming and helpful. ##### Lafir T. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jasmaer S. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Everything was perfect. Diana and her family were a very friendly and helpful host. ##### Jasmaer S. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tobias S. 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super vacation! The Villa was super nice, everything worked perfectly, from the check-in (which we were kindly allowed to do in the morning instead of noon) to the chech-out. Diana is very nice host, we could always reach her and she gave us good tips about beaches, restaurants and other destinations. ##### Tobias S. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David P. 28 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply the best Everything was fabulous. Our hosts are warm wonderful people ##### David P. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie S. 8 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise on Crete Island Imagine serene landscape, amazing views, brisk sea breezes and a space like heaven. That is Villa Mariposa. Diana and her team are a rare commodity today. If you’re looking for a slice of heaven on Crete, with access to all the important and rare spots on the island in short drive, you have no choice but Villa Mariposa! ##### Jamie S. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### iqbal a., Ann Arbor 22 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### July 2023 Crete vacation Beautiful, luxurious house. We stayed for 7 days. Very clean, well maintained.We enjoyed the pool, the kitchen was fully equipped. Our hosts stocked the pantry & fridge with welcome items. It was very kind of them. Very close to Hania downtown, supermarket. Our hosts recommended restaurants, day trips, they were very helpful! Would go there again in a heartbeat! ❤️❤️ ##### iqbal a. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derek H. 5 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Villa Near Chania We loved our stay at Villa Mariposa. The villa is just on the outskirts of Chania and is everything it is advertised to be in the listing. We were far enough from town to relax by the pool and enjoy the view but still close enough to go in fto explore or have or dinner almost every night. Communication with the owners was easy and the villa has everything anyone would need if you want to stay in and cook too. There were several beaches nearby that we visited regularly and we took several day trips to other parts of western Crete. All in all could not have asked for anything more. Hope to come back for a longer visit next time. ##### Derek H. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick P. 21 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful house with incredible views. Great location within a few minute drive to Chania Old Port. Our family didn’t want to leave! Amazing. ##### Nick P. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron W. 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time House is stunning! ##### Ron W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caren P. 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise in Crete This property is really beautiful and larger than it appears in the photos. The house is comfortable, stylish, well-located for trips to Chania and great beaches, and extremely well-equipped. The view is amazing! Diana, the owner, is very helpful. There was an unusual dust storm right before we arrived and Diana and her team went to great lengths to make sure everything was cleaned up (even the leaves on the plants!) ##### Caren P. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori S. 20 Oct 2016 #### Wonderful!! We loved staying at the home of Stratos and Diana. Our stay was absolutely wonderful only made better by the most delicious spanakopita from their mom! Wonderful all around. ##### Lori S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Y. 9 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful home in Chania! Kids loved the pool and the check in was great. Wonderful welcome gifts when we got in. Thank you! ##### Michael Y. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lill B. 1 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great place for vacation. Villa Mariposa was a great place for vacation to my whole family, ranging from 1-63 yrs. A spacious and well-equipped house, beautiful surroundings with a wonderful view over the city and ocean. Everything was perfect except for the swimming pool which was not heated and therefore too cold for our two toddlers. I can highly recommend this place! ##### Lill B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc W. 3 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A few spring days in Crete The property is wonderful and the hosts are exceptional. The basket of fruit, fresh-baked bread and property-harvested olive oil were a wonderful touch. I wish the pool was heated. The views are outstanding, the beds quite comfortable, and the kitchen well-stocked with equipment. Would definitely recommend to a large family or two. ##### Marc W. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire H. 31 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pauline's 60th Amazing villa - pictures don't do it justice. Bit of a long walk to town, so maybe a hire car would have been good. Diana was an excellent host, and really helpful throughout the week. We had the best time! ##### Claire H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis N. 19 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Simply my best stay ever.Diana was not simply a super super host but an amazing being. The property is close to the airport, old city Chania, restaurants and more. Accessing the main highways was very easy. The pool wow.And last but not least was the hidden gem outside the kitchen that was our all day sitting area, away from the sun but with a nice breeze.Honestly we did not want to leave and definitely the villa will be our home away from home when we return to Chania.The views are spectacular, the comfort is like home, the kitchen well stacked. An addition that did not appear in the pictures is a new railing for the stairs to the bedrooms.Before booking, one review that impressed me was that the pictures don’t make it justice. Well I second the motion. Thank you again Diana and regards to all. ![View from the living room](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bf525fac-444a-4143-b414-268c4286449c-1758297012572.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Alexis N. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyndon M. 17 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Villa with a view Villa Mariposa provided everything we were looking for. Luxurious and immaculately clean villa, beautifully tended gardens, a pool big enough to swim in and the most amazing views from its hilltop position. Shops and bakery/cafe 10 minutes down the hill and Chania a short drive away. We hired a car via Stratos and Diana from the lovely Eirini at "Drive-it" and found the island easy to explore. Highly recommended and hope to come back. ##### Lyndon M. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID S., San Marcos, CA 28 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chania vacation The property was fantastic. We spent almost as much time at the pool with a view than the great beaches. Diana, the owner, was more than helpful with anything we needed. We will definitely stay here again if we return to Chania. Driving in Chania was tough but parking in Chania is even more challenging if you are driving a small van. We really like Stavros, Parili Kalatha and Paltanis beach were great. We really enjoyed KouKouVaya for deserts. ##### DAVID S. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne R. 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Das Haus ist super ausgestattet und die Aussicht sensationell. Diana hat uns sehr nett empfangen. Ein Begrüßungskuchen stand bereit. Nach einer langen Tour durch die Samaria Schlucht hat uns ein spinatauflauf von ihrer Mutter erwartet. Sehr lecker. Wir haben uns so wohl gefühlt. Waren mit unseren erwachsenen Kindern dort. Sehr zu empfehlen ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c7418563-7a25-462c-98b5-9553f1d0737b-1759660674110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/60c33eae-1819-4297-99e8-cb2ab02e506c-1759660674486.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Susanne R. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Blake D. 9 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house overlooking the sea The house was perhaps the best part of our trip to Crete. It’s is in a great spot overlooking the bay. Quiet (apart from the cicadas) and comfortable. And close to everything you’ll need for a great family vacation There are a few things worth noting. Whilst very close to Chania the house is quite rural and this means there’s a lot of winged nature about. The cicadas can be deafening and territorial. This wasn’t an issue for us but if you’re afraid of bugs, take note! There’s an owners apartment under the house and you share a driveway. Again this wasn’t an issue for us. Diana’s parents keep to themselves but we’re also very helpful - her dad even brought us some tomatoes. They have a friendly dog, but neither imposed on us at any time ##### Blake D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mari V. 14 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What an amazing week! We had a fantastic week at Villa Mariposa! The house is beautifully appointed, clean and comfortable. The villa is 5km outside of downtown Chania. A perfect location for us! The villa is just out of town on a hill with an amazing view and lovely breeze. We spent our mornings having coffee on the comfy outdoor couch enjoying the spectacular view. And our evenings after a swim and dinner, on that couch with drinks - gorgeous! Don’t miss Diana’s many wonderful recommendations. Diana and her mother were terrific hosts! Diana was available to answer questions and provide recommendations. Her mother met us at the villa for a tour and left us with a stunning lemon brush cake and homemade orange jam from their garden. For Father’s Day, Diana arranged a caterer to cook an authentic Creatan meal - it was fantastic! What a treat! Don’t miss Mitsos for BBQ and Carte Postale for a lovely drink at sunset. And the beaches along the “peninsula”. The beach/cove at Zorba’s is a bit touristy, but there is beach restaurant service. Go during the week for a quieter experience. My husband and son loved swimming there. And my son’s hike to the cave was a highlight. Don’t miss the Chania Archeological Museum and Old Town Chania. I hope to return to Chania. If so, we would love to stay at Villa Mariposa! What an amazing week! Thank you Diana! ##### Mari V. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay S. 2 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing villa that is even better than the pictures 7 of us stayed at the villa for 8 nights and really enjoyed both our stay and Chania/ Crete as a whole. - The pool is even bigger than it looks and a great size, all 7 of us fit in it comfortabley - Towels are frequently changed and in general the staff are very friendly and helpful - Great extra appliances like toastie maker, coffee machine, washing machine, etc - Amazing views, from any point in the villa you can see either the sea or the mountains - Easy accessibility to a 24/hr mart within walking distance and 7 min ride into the centre of town ##### Jay S. Stayed 8 nights in May 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Susanne R. 19 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### Leider wurde die Baustelle nebenan verheimlicht Das Haus hat uns sehr gut gefallen, die Lage an sich, der Blick und auch die Einrichtung waren sehr gut. Die Zikaden waren leider sehr aktiv , so wurde der Gang zum Pool immer zum Kurzsprint. Aber das ist Natur. Allerdings haben wir das Objekt so ausgesucht, dass wir Ruhe haben. Leider war direkt nebenan eine Baustelle im Endstadium. Das bedeutet, dass von morgens bis abends mit Hochdruck an der Fertigstellung gearbeitet wurde. Die Einfahrt zum Tor war permanent zugeparkt, es war laut, staubig und z.T. konnten die Bauarbeiter auf den Poolbereich schauen. Leider war die Hilfsbereitschaft der Vermieter nur begrenzt. Sie brachten ihr Bedauern zum Ausdruck, sprachen auch einmal mit den Bauarbeitern aber konnten nichts erreichen. Was mich am meisten ärgert, dass dies nicht vorher kommuniziert wurde. Dann hätten wir uns kurzfristig umentschieden. Unserer Bitte nach Preisnachlass wurde nicht nachgekommen, man bot uns lediglich einen Discount bei erneuter Buchung an. Einen Gang zum Anwalt haben wir uns aufgrund der zwei beteiligten Länder gespart. Fewo Direkt hat sich auch nicht gekümmert. ##### Susanne R. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Riyadh B. 20 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Parfait Magnifique villa très bien équipée. Il y a tt ce qu'il faut. La piscine est super avec des vues magnifiques sur la mer et la ville de la Canée. La villa est idéalement située à 10 min du centre ville. Enfin les hôtes sont particulièrement attentionnés et disponibles. A réserver sans hésiter. ##### Riyadh B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ---