Title: Villa Elborgini, where Cretan Land Meets Wine and Culinary Art! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Villa Elborgini, where Cretan Land Meets Wine and Culinary Art! Holiday home in Heraklion with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111930000/111929500/111929494/adebc191.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111930000/111929500/111929494/8e2dc2dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111930000/111929500/111929494/857c051c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111930000/111929500/111929494/89840d7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111930000/111929500/111929494/27a816b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Villa Elborgini, where Cretan Land Meets Wine and Culinary Art! and take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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 Elborgini, where Cretan Land Meets Wine and Culinary Art! Featuring a private chef service we can prepare you meals from the magnificent menu catalogue of 44 Kouzina restaurant at the time and day that you choose (please order in advance). We also provide music with professional speakers and an amplifier placed in the garden courtyard. You can connect your mobile phone and from the amplifier you can also listen to the radio. In the heart of authentic Crete, in the wine-rich village of Avgeniki near Heraklion, Villa Elborgini invites you to immerse yourself in a world of flavor, aroma, and elegant comfort. Surrounded by rolling vineyards and ancient olive groves, this luxurious villa is a dream escape for wine lovers, nature enthusiasts, and seekers of true Cretan hospitality. Its location is ideal: just minutes away from some of the island’s most esteemed wineries — Lyrarakis, Douloufakis, Idaia Winery, and several smaller boutique estates, all open for tours and tastings that highlight Crete’s rich winemaking heritage. But the experience doesn’t stop in the countryside. In the vibrant city of Heraklion, you’ll find Kouzina44 — the acclaimed restaurant owned by the same host who welcomes you to Villa Elborgini. A refined space where contemporary Cretan cuisine meets creativity, Kouzina44 offers a curated wine list featuring the very labels grown near your villa. Every dish tells a story, every glass connects you to the land. Villa Elborgini isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a sensory journey where wine, flavor, and Cretan soul come together beautifully. Experience a unique stay in a newly renovated, three-level village house dating back to 1927. This charming home is full of positive energy and ready to provide joy and comfort for your holiday. Conveniently located in the center of the island, the house is perfect for exploring the area's natural beauty and stunning beaches. The property is fully equipped to meet your needs, featuring two kitchens with modern appliances such as a dishwasher, a Nespresso coffee machine, a gas stove, and a toaster to help you prepare your favorite meals or delicious breakfasts. The house comfortably accommodates up to 5 guests, with two cozy double beds in separate rooms and a single bed in another bedroom. The living room is equipped with a large LCD TV and the House gives access to high-speed Wi-Fi, ensuring relaxation and entertainment during your stay. For those warm summer days, the house has air conditioning in all bedrooms and the living room. Clean towels and sheets are provided throughout your stay, and the kitchen on the ground floor includes a washing machine and ironing facilities for your convenience. Both the entrance of the House and the garden veranda are furnished and offer a peaceful retreat where you can enjoy stunning views of the lush, green village while having quiet dinners. Outside the kitchen, there’s an open veranda leading to a garden filled with trees and flower pots. The garden also features a traditional oven for grilling and baking with coal or wood. Our house is situated in the heart of the village, within walking distance of local shops. The nearest pharmacy and clinic are located in Venerato, just 1 kilometer from the village center. The Heraklion airport and port are 26 and 24 kilometers away, respectively, and the nearest beach, Ammoudara, is just 20 kilometers away. You can also reach other beaches to the south of the island in less than 30 minutes car drive. Mini markets are available in the village center of Kerasia and nearby Venerato, 1 kilometer away. Venerato is also home to traditional tavernas, where you can savor local dishes and enjoy authentic, non-bottled wine. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Not in the bedrooms please! ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109180000/109174000/109173908/b2f1492d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Nuelle! 15 minutes driving till sandy beach! 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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 a 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 00003129557 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 Heraklion is home to this holiday home. Heraklion Port and Digenakis are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Heraklion Central Market and Dedalou Shopping Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pankritio Stadium or Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium. [Visit our Heraklion travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heraklion.dx1444) [View more Holiday homes in Heraklion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heraklion-Private-Holiday-Homes.d1444-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.19134,25.03155&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DdyuEe%7EwwC%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40S%40Q%40S%40Q%40S%40QBS%40QBSBQBQBSBQBQDQDQBQDQDQDQFODQDQFOFQDOHOFOFQFOHMFOHOHOFMHOJMHMHMHMJMHMJKJMJKJKJKJKJKLKJILKJILIJILILILILGLGLGLGLGNGLELGLENENELENCLENCLCNCNCNALCNANANANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40NBN%40NBLBNBNBLDNBNDLDLDNDLFLDLFNFLFLFLFLFLHLHJHLHLHJHLJJHJJLJJJJJJJJJJLHLJJHLJLHLHLHLHNHNHLFNHNHLFNFPFNFNFNFPDNFPDPFNDPDPDPBPDPDPBPBPBRBPBPBR%40P%40RBP%40R%40P%40R%40P%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FPARARAPARAPCRAPARCPCPCPCRCPCPEPEPCPEPEPEPGPENGPENGPGNGNGPGNGNINILGNINILINILILILKLILKLIJKLKJKJKLKHMJKJKJMHKHMJMHKFMHMHMFMFMHMFOFMDMFMDODMDMDODOBMDOBOBMBOBO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOAOAOAMCOAOCOCMCOCMEOCMEOEOEMEMEMGOEMGMGMIMGMGMIMGMIKIMKKIMIKKMKKIKKKMKKKKKMKKIMKMIMIMIMKMIOGMIOIOGMIOGOGOGQIOEOGQGOEQEOGQEQEQEQCQEQEQCQCQCSCQCQCQASCQASAQASAQASAS%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vj5EuexO0iVSX3z2ElFEQhfPUXo=) Avgeniki ### What's nearby - Heraklion Town Hall - 25 min drive - 14.8 miles - Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 25 min drive - 14.8 miles - Heraklion Port - 26 min drive - 15.3 miles - Palace of Knossos - 27 min drive - 16.7 miles - Knossos Archaeological Site - 27 min drive - 16.7 miles ### Getting around - Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 33 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Cafe Fantastico - ‬14 min walk - ‪Ethimiko - ‬8 min drive - ‪Σαβουϊδάκης - ‬9 min drive - ‪Daskalakis winery - ‬3 min drive - ‪Αετόβιγλα - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa Elborgini, where Cretan Land Meets Wine and Culinary Art! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Villa Elborgini, where Cretan Land Meets Wine and Culinary Art! located? > Situated in Heraklion, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Agios Myronas Church, Gortyna and General University Hospital of Heraklion. Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas and Shrine at Anemospilia are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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