Title: AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=36970361&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE Family-friendly villa with water park and Hot tub ## Photo gallery for AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE ![Terrace/patio - AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE (Sgourokefali)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36980000/36970400/36970361/902b927b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot - AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE (Sgourokefali)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36980000/36970400/36970361/88ae967a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE (Sgourokefali)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36980000/36970400/36970361/1aec44b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE (Sgourokefali)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36980000/36970400/36970361/0accb634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE (Sgourokefali)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36980000/36970400/36970361/735eecca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the charming village of Sgourokefali, Agrielia Villa offers a warm welcome with its restored traditional stone house. Unwind in the spacious living room, enjoy a BBQ by the swimming pool or dine under the wooden pergola; this villa seamlessly blends respect for tradition with modern comforts like air conditioning and satellite TV. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1916 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE Agrielia Villa | Sgourokefali | Heraklion Crete The villa “AGRIELIA” is housed in a restored traditional stone house of two floors(178,93 m²) in the village Sgourokefali in Heraklion. By decision of the Municipality of Heraklion – Urban Planning, the hostel was characterized as traditional. The restoration was done with more care by artisans of the stone so as not to lose the character of the house. It retains all the elements of traditional architecture, combining respect for tradition with the comforts of a modern guesthouse. The ground floor has a separate, fully equipped kitchen with a fireplace, large living room with an arch separating the living from the dining room, spacious bedroom with double bed (15 sq.m.) overlooking the eastern courtyard and a large bathroom with Jacuzzi. The living room of the ground floor has traditional furnishing and a fireplace. The ground floor of the hostel around two courtyards is filled with flowers, colors, smells, where guests can relax and enjoy the view. In the courtyard entrance (west terrace) there is an old well and old stone staircase, which give a specific tone in the place. The eastern courtyard of the hotel has a swimming pool (Pool size: 4m width. / Length 6m. / Depth 1.40 m). The pool water is fresh, not sea, disinfected with a modern and eco-system with ozone. This system gives the best disinfection with minimal use of chemicals and also provides ozone therapy. The place has a barbeque. Here visitors can enjoy coffee or a meal in the lounge by the pool or dine under the wooden pergola. The floor of the hostel consists of a bedroom (15 sq.m.) with two single beds, one bedroom (23 sq.m.) with double bed and a sofa - bed for two persons, bathroom with hydro massage shower (Jacuzzi). Both bedrooms have a sharing balcony. Also, from the hall you have access to another large balcony. Accommodation in Agrielia Villa | Sgourokefali | Heraklion Crete \* The villa can accommodate up to 8 people Boarding welcome package : wine, water, olive oil. Room cleaning: Cleaning will be done by arrangement. Villa Facilities indoors : central heting , iron & board fly screen outdoors : Fresh Water, swimming pool 4x6 meters width (0.80 to 1.40 depth) , sun terrace, sun beds, umbrellas, shower , sitting area, bbq, covered terrace children : baby cot (on request), baby chairs Villa inbound facilities GROUND FLOOR Living Room : internet(wifi) access , fireplace, sat tv, dvd player, stereo system Kitchen : dish washer, toaster, 4 hot plates, oven, fridge, freezer, micro wave, coffe maker, kettle, sandwich toaster, terrace (access to poll area) extractor fan Dining area : table & chairs,coffee machine Nespresso. Bathroom : washing machine, wc, hairdryer, jacuzzi, corner bath Bedroom : double bed , airco/heating , sat tv, terrace (access to pool area, internet(wifi) FIRST FLOOR Hall Terrace Bathroom : hydromassage bath, wc, hairdryer Bedroom : sharing balcony, 2 single beds, airco/heating, sat tv, internet(wifi) Bedroom : double bed, pull up sofa bed (2 persons) , airco/heating, sat tv, sharing balcony , internet(wifi) \*Smoking allowed \* No pets allowed Services & Facilities | Sgourokefali | Agrielia Villa The hostel is fully equipped to better serve visitors with: Air conditioning and heating in all rooms Satellite TV / TV in all rooms Internet(wifi) Hairdryers Dish washer Iron, ironing board Laundry Cd player Swimming pool 4x6 width (0.80 to 1.40 depth) ) / sun beds Jacuzzi BBQ Fully-equipped kitchen (electric kitchen, microwave oven, coffee machine, toaster) Face/bath/pool towels, / Change of sheets and maid service twice a week. Free private parking Free (5) bikes and (2) children's seats Coffee machine Nespresso \*\* An environment fee of € 15 per night from 1.3.2025 till 31.10.2025 - 4 € from 1.11.2025 till february 2026 must paid at the villa. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,916 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93673500/93673420/3ab2caab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Eleni - Luxurioese Familienvilla im Traditionellen Stil Pitsidia - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=93673420&PinnedHotelID=93673420&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111240000/111237600/111237577/ab4c8760.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury & Relaxation Retreat Villa Xirosterni - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=111237577&PinnedHotelID=111237577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69700000/69693800/69693792/a803a8a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Anthi, with salted water pool,jacuzzi, BBQ! 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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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 1039Κ10003492301 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 required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE ## About the area Located in Hersonissos, this villa is near theme parks. Palace of Knossos and Knossos Archaeological Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heraklion Port and Minos-Miliarikis Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Star Beach Water Park, or check out an event or a game at Freedom National Stadium. Jet skiing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. [Visit our Hersonissos travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos.dx6034035) [View more Villas in Hersonissos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Villas.d6034035-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%7C35.24213%2C25.23623&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kAcp1C2T3mIbwNMkFzivJ3ieETw=) Sgourokefali, Crete ### What's nearby - ![Columns in the Palace of Knossos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062149/5f496145-2d8f-43d7-98c1-30558a71430e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palace of Knossos 17 min drive \- 8.5 miles - ![Heraklion Port showing a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062095/2474191a-c342-414c-a7bc-df2ab371bb2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Heraklion Port 23 min drive \- 12.3 miles - Minos-Miliarikis Winery 13 min drive \- 6.4 miles - Watercity Waterpark 14 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Knossos Archaeological Site 17 min drive \- 8.5 miles ### Getting around - Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - Λύκαστος 17 min drive - παλίκαρος 17 min drive - Minotavros 15 min drive - Paladium 10 min drive - Κτήμα Η ΑΜΠΕΛΟΣ 18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE have a pool? ### Is AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE ? ### What time is check-in at AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE ? ### What time is check-out at AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE ? ### Where is AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE 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 61 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony M. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Villa on Crete The Villa is wonderful, the host is a gracious gentlemen. The Villa is beautiful and has everything you need for a wonderful tranquil stay. We highly recommend this Villa for your next trip to Crete. Thank you Stelios!!! ##### Anthony M. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xavier D. 12 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house near Heraklion It is a very lovely house, very well situated to visit Heraklion and other sites in the center of Crete. Altough the house is in a village, it is very calm. Stelios, the owner, is very gentle and answers queries. We would definitely recommend it. ##### Xavier D. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H., Essen, Deutschland 10 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience!!! Absolute stunning house in the middle of a little Greek village. Everything was just perfect - so quiet and within beautiful Cretan nature. For trips to the beach or shopping tours you definitely will need a car but then you can expect a perfect stay ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 5 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful two weeks, no complaints at all! We have just returned from Villa Agrielia after having a wonderful and relaxing 14 days holiday. Many thanks to our hosts Stelios, Maria and family for your friendliness and hospitality helping us to enjoy our stay. The villa is beautifully decorated in a traditional stone wall and wooden ceiling style situated in a quiet village. It is an ideal base for exploring if you so wish, but car is essential if you are out every day. We made use of the bikes riding to Episkopi on several occasions and found people so friendly they really make you feel at home. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to recommend the villa to family and friends. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob C. 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Recommended Stelios and Maria were very welcoming and always available if we needed anything. The accommodation offered us everything we needed and was well located for trips to the beach, Heraklion and the airport. Some good recommendations from Stelios so try those out. We had welcome gifts when we arrived and Stelios’ parents next door also kindly dropped in some fruit. Enjoy the sounds of the countryside and the cicadas and make the booking. You won’t be disappointed. ##### Rob C. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gavin K. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely, mostly quiet and peaceful Stelios and his family met us at the property and showed us around. The villa is lovely with a perfect small pool, clean tidy and well provisioned. There was a religious festival one day and the neighbours were playing music late into the night - the rest of the week all was quiet and peaceful. A couple of small problems were sorted out quickly and efficiently by Stelios after an exchange of What’sApp messages. Thank you for a great stay ##### Gavin K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CLAIRE S. 3 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing rural retreat We loved our stay at Villa Agreilia. It is large, very comfortable, well-equipped, and the pool and terrace area are stunning. Thoughtful provision of some fresh eggs, water, olive oil and raki. Extremely good and easy communication before and throughout our stay. Stelios also sent many excellent recommendations (shops, restaurants, beach clubs etc). You definitely need a car but it is easy to get around and Villa Agreilia made the perfect base for exploring the north of the island. Very conveniently located for Heraklion airport (20 mins drive). We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a stay here and were very sad when our holiday came to an end. Yamas Stelios and Maria! ##### CLAIRE S. Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maeve C. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### July Crete 2024 The house is exactly as shown in the photos. The owner met us on arrival and showed us how everything worked. He and his wife had also left enough food for us to eat that night as our flight was in very late and the shops were closed. The property is very beautiful and private. You definitely need a car to get there and travel around. The surrounding village has supermarkets and a bakery. There are also several cafes and restaurants. It is only about 20 mins from the airport which was very handy. The villagers were very friendly and helpful. I know another reviewer mentioned the cicadas, which are very noisy but they are very noisy all over Crete so hard to avoid. ##### Maeve C. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip C. 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The villa is beautiful. It is very well equipped with everything we needed - we really couldn't fault it! It's very spacious, with seating areas outside at the front, back and on the balcony, so there's always a sunny spot (or shady spot if you prefer!). The beds are very comfortable, and all the bedrooms have air conditioning so it's very pleasant even in the height of summer. The pool is a great size and provided so much fun for us all. Stelios, the host, is so friendly and helpful!The village of Sgourokefali is lovely and quiet, and the locals are very friendly. It has a very small minimart with basic groceries, and a bakery selling fresh bread and delicious fresh pastries, so you don't really need to leave the village! Episkopi is a 30 mins walk away where there are more shops including 2 larger supermarkets, a taverna and a lovely (and very reasonably priced) restaurant which we ate at quite a few times.We decided not to hire a car, but on the days we did leave the village, we used a taxi, which cost between 40-60 EUR each way to places like Knossos, Heraklion and Water City. It was easy to get a taxi at Heraklion airport when we arrived, even though there were 5 of us. The same taxi driver gave us his number and we messaged him on Whatsapp when we needed a taxi during our stay, and I'm sure others would do the same.We would definitely stay here again, and would recommend it to anyone! ##### Philip C. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew S. 26 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay Property is lovely and in a great location if you hire a car, as we did. Host was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend. ##### Matthew S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie r. 11 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Villa We had the most wonderful week at the Villa, we could have stayed longer very easily. It offered everything we needed. You absolutely need a car but the neighbouring villages have lovey little restaurants and mini fruit and veg shops. Lidl is only 18 minutes drive and has everything you need. The Cicada beach bar / restaurant / sunbeds was amazing well worth a visit and again only 15 mins away Our hosts were incredible, super responsive and offered recommendations of restaurants, bars and beaches and ordered us taxis on departure. We would love to return Best Michelle ##### Stephanie r. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon B. 17 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A very quiet and peaceful stay. Villa is located 20 mins inland from the airport. You need a car to access as its located in a small village at the top of a very steep hill. However acces is simple, one long very well yarmaced road.The villa is very well restored in traditional stone and restored to a high level. Air con is in all bedrooms, but not downstairs in the living room /dinner or kitchen. But because it’s solid stone downstairs, it’s always cool.The outlook to the rear is tranquil and the view is of the surrounding countryside The villa is not overlooked and private. The host - Stelios is a friendly nice guy. He met us on arrival and provided water, eggs and wine FOC for our first night. He only came agin when the cleaners came to change the beelined, towels and clean around. He is always available via WhatsApp if requiredOverall a very pleaaant ans relaxing stay - but having a car is a must ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a5abfc58-5f25-4a19-8c7b-a6df677665d0-1752752171171.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d18d66b6-e42c-4ca8-82ed-559b773cf440-1752752128880.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dc7ac66d-a7b7-4979-9a87-da6a0113c718-1752752166892.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b7e7a70d-2009-46ac-bca9-6edb031d76fb-1752752171362.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Simon B. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James P. 18 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing villa My mom is from Crete and i have been many times. We have always stayed with family in Heraklion. This time we decided to rent a villa in a more quiet part of Heraklion. The villa was amazing and was exacttay as described. I loved the stone architecture throughout the villa and differently fit with the old world theme of the village. It was very spacious and my kids enjoyed the pool while I enjoyed the view. Village was small and quiet. Exactly what i was looking for. Far away from the main city but still close enough to get to the center and the beaches. Property manager, Stellios ##### James P. Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire S. 28 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mrs Claire Scott On arrival we were greeted by the wonderful Stelios & Maria. Welcome goodies where ready for us & the owners showed us around. They were more than helpful to advise local authentic restaurants & places to visit. The Mini-market had all we needed just a few minutes from the Villa. The bikes were ready & any problems, Stelios was on hand to sort. This Villa was so beautiful inside & maintained to a very high standard throughout. I can highly recommend for a relaxing break. Thankyou for the most relaxing break I have had in years!!!! Car recommend. Thanks so much I will be back! ##### Claire S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erwin B. 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Uitstekende locatie voor een aangenaam en rustig verblijf op Kreta. Alle faciliteiten zijn hiervoor aanwezig en de begeleiding en ondersteuning van eigenaar Stelios zijn buitengewoon!Een echte aanrader voor wie een zorgelozen vakantie op Kreta wil doorbrengen in een rustig dorp waar je alle voorzieningen kan aantreffen en van waaruit je makkelijk alle mooie plekjes in midden-Kreta kan bereiken. Heraklion stad en de kust (met tal van aantrekkelijke beaches) zijn op 20 minuten te bereiken met de wagen.Evengoed kan je er op de locatie zelf zonnebaden van 's morgens vroeg in een ongestoorde omgeving en met volledige privacy.Dikke pluim voor onze gastheer Stelio!Kaatje en Erwin ##### Erwin B. Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ismar 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Alles Top! Wunderschönes gepflegtes Haus in ruhiger Lage. Mit dem Auto war alles relativ gut erreichbar und Stelios hat sich vor und während des Aufenthaltes sehr viel Mühe gegeben und war auch jederzeit erreichbar! Gerne wieder :) ##### Ismar Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Markus W. 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt ##### Markus W. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian S. 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Persönlicher und herzlicher Empfang von Stelios (Anreise Sonntag Abend 22 Uhr!), Tolle Unterkunft mit üppiger Ausstattung. Handtücher, Badetücher, Bettwäsche & voll ausgestattete Küche. Klimaanlagen in den Schlafzimmern & WLAN Empfang waren top. Stelios war immer unkompliziert per WhatsApp erreichbar und war wirklich sehr bemüht uns einen schönen Aufenthalt und Urlaub zu bescheren. Danke Stelios für die hervorragende Kommunikation ! ![Außenbereich Pool](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3da97520-5a89-4821-9b3d-b249f62ede0d-1753906108206.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Außenbereich Pool](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/36195111-757d-4a63-b77e-97c968953ac9-1753906108716.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Blick in die Landschaft](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c5a4bfbc-0a7d-471e-bd54-2414ad0e660b-1753906109071.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Christian S. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### MARTIN v. 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Location #### prima locatie een verblijf om vandaar uit Kreta te ontdekken ##### MARTIN v. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerstin O. 30 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sehr empfehlenswert Objekt war genauso und besser als abgebildet. Vermieter immer ansprechbar und hilfreich. Nichts auszusetzen. ##### Kerstin O. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa S. 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Erholsamer Urlaub in dieser wunderschönen Villa Wir waren 10 Tage in der wunderschönen Villa von Stelios. Es war alles vorhanden und unser Gastgeber hat uns Nachts (1 Uhr) super herzlich empfangen und uns den Kühlschrank für das Frühstück befüllt und sogar einen Wein bereitgestellt. Der Pool war super und alles sehr sauber! Wir hatten eine super Zeit und haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt. Auch bei Fragen konnten wir uns immer an ihn wenden und er hat sich direkt um eine Lösung gekümmert. eine. ##### Vanessa S. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christoph H. 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wunderschöne Villa Die Villa Agrielia überzeugt rundum. Wir waren mit 5 Personen zum Urlaub dort und haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Das Gebäude ist nicht nur architektonisch schön, sondern auch geräumig und sauber. Auch die Lage ist angenehm: die Ortschaft selbst hat einen ländlichen Charakter, Heraklion ist aber mit einer kurzen Autofahrt zu erreichen. Der Vermieter ist überaus entgegenkommend und hat uns vorab bereits zahlreiche Informationen zu Attraktionen, Einkaufs- und Essensmöglichkeiten der Umgebung zukommen lassen. ##### Christoph H. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Celine K. 10 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Maison campagne avec piscine pour famille Maison très agréable, spacieuse avec piscine et jolie terrasse. Nous avons plus profité de l’extérieur de la villa, bercés par le chant des cigales très présent en journée mais qui s’éteint dès le coucher du soleil. Stelios est soucieux de notre confort. Ménage et changement du linge en milieu de séjour. Hormis d’Heraklion, la maison est assez éloignée des sites touristiques. Voiture obligatoire et ne pas être réfractaire au temps de trajet ! Mais pour nous, séjour parfait ! ##### Celine K. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda D. 17 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An incredible property with everything needed to enjoy Crete! It was an exceptional experience. Stelios and his wife Maria are beautiful people providing everything needed to make the stay the best, Absolutely will be back! ##### Linda D. Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jens B. 26 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sehr schönes, großes Haus mit Pool Das Haus ist sehr geräumig mit 3 großen Schlafzimmern, Wohn- und Esszimmer. Alles in einem rustikalen , „griechischen“ Stil eingerichtet. Der Garten mit Pool ist sensationell. Genügend Platz zum Sitzen oder Liegen. Der Pool selbst ist nicht sehr groß, aber zum Abkühlen wunderbar. Kurz: Sehr empfehlenswert, wir würden wiederkommen! ##### Jens B. 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