Title: Elegant House Close To The Beach 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 # Elegant House Close To The Beach ## Photo gallery for Elegant House Close To The Beach ![Property grounds - Elegant House Close To The Beach (Kato Gouves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859400/19859349/240a33d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach - Elegant House Close To The Beach (Kato Gouves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859400/19859349/503bdd49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets - Elegant House Close To The Beach (Kato Gouves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859400/19859349/7eff19e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Elegant House Close To The Beach (Kato Gouves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859400/19859349/daf3f9c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Elegant House Close To The Beach (Kato Gouves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859400/19859349/38f60d6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled within a picturesque olive grove, Villa Athena offers a serene escape in Kato Gouves. Enjoy the spacious outdoor area and magnificent garden, full of colors and local flora, or take in the tranquil views of the mountains and sea from your private balcony. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Elegant House Close To The Beach Villa Athena is located in Kato Gouves, inside a big olive grove and 10 minutes away from the beach. The property consists of a traditional villa, a stone studio, two apartments and two maisonettes. There are two identical maisonettes/houses next to each other, which you can rent together if you like. The size of the maisonette/house is 120 sq.m (1290 , with a spacious outdoor area and a magnificent garden, full of colours, fragrances and local flora. The relaxing setting and view of the mountains and the sea, combined with the surrounding olive grove creates a tranquil and comfortable environment. The first floor of the house consists of one bedroom, with two single beds. On the first floor of the residence there is a big living room, dining room and kitchen, together with a bathroom and a fireplace. The living room has a big sofa (which can sleep an extra person if needed), an armchair, chairs and tables. The bathroom of the first floor has a bathtub and a shower. On the first floor, there is also a very big balcony with a marble table and chairs for the family and friends to gather around. The view from the balcony is unique, with view of the sea, the surroundings mountains and the olive groves. On the next floor is the master bedroom with a double bed and its own ensuite bathroom. The bathroom has a jacuzzi bathtub and a shower. The master bedroom has a fireplace and also its own big balcony. The balcony has a table, chairs and a sunbed, in order for the couple or the family to enjoy the magnificent view. All bedrooms have a closet, drawers and a LCD TV. The kitchen on the first floor has an oven, a fridge, a coffee machine and all the necessary amenities of a modern kitchen. There is also a table with four chairs, where you can enjoy your meal. On the same floor, there is a small storage room with a laundry machine. The outdoors of the property is very scenic, with a big well preserved garden, a barbecue facility and a traditional stone-oven to prepare delicious meals. A lot of tables with colourful chairs and big sun umbrellas with sunbeds are there to help you relax under the Cretan sun. All this setting is surrounded by our family's century old olive grove, that gives the property a traditional Cretan touch. After all, Cretan olive oil is considered to be the best extra virgin olive oil in the world. The area is open and spacious, perfect for a family with children, in order for the kids to play and be close to nature's environment. Finally, the view towards the sea, the olive grove and the hills around is relaxing, while a walk towards the sea is 10 minutes away. The parking space of the property can easily fit up to five cars. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - LCD TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 1,292 square feet ## Similar properties ![Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Smoking, Balcony | Pool | Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70580000/70576600/70576595/14ab30b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Entire Villa Full View 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Kitchens Hersonissos - 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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 Parties and events are allowed on site 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 1048250 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 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 Elegant House Beach Kato Gouves Elegant House The Gouves Elegant House Close To The Beach Gouves Elegant House Close To The Beach Private vacation home Gouves Elegant House Close To The Beach Private vacation home Elegant House The Hersonissos Elegant House Close To The Beach Hersonissos Elegant House Close To The Beach Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Hersonissos, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Lychnostatis and Museum of the Battle for Crete and National Resistance are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Dedalou Shopping Street and Heraklion Central Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Freedom National Stadium or Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding. [Visit our Hersonissos travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos.dx6034035) [View more Holiday homes in Hersonissos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6034035-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C35.32950%2C25.32875&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wY11qCmMV4k8nXzltiMPK5g2wX0=) Kato Gouves, Crete ### What's nearby - Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Crete Golf Club 7 min drive \- 5.0 miles - Star Beach Water Park 9 min drive \- 6.6 miles - Port of Hersonissos 11 min drive \- 4.8 miles - Malia Beach 18 min drive \- 13.9 miles ### Getting around - Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) 21 min drive ### Restaurants - Crazy Beach Bar 4 min drive - The Island Bar & Restaurant 4 min drive - Pallatium Hotel 3 min drive - Filema Bar & Restaurant 6 min drive - Limanaki 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Elegant House Close To The Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Elegant House Close To The Beach? ### What time is check-in at Elegant House Close To The Beach? ### What time is check-out at Elegant House Close To The Beach? ### Where is Elegant House Close To The Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Elegant House Close To The Beach 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgios P. 11 Jul 2017 #### We could not ask for more... Warm welcome from host, including lots of delicious fruits. Very clean and attractive home with stunning gardens. The beach is only 10 minutes away by foot. Conveniently situated for visiting Heraklion region. ##### Georgios P. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis G., Kiev, Ukraine 24 Aug 2015 #### Just perfect This is an immaculate property located in the midst of the olive grove, close to the beach. The location is perfect - close to the airport and touristic areas of Heraklion, yet it is very secluded. It is a 10 min walk to the beach through the nature preserve. There is a small authentic taverna on the beach - you absolutely must try the homemade meatballs there! They also provide sunbeds and umbrellas. There are a few apartments on the property, all belonging to the same family. The grounds are very well tended and very beautiful. My kids (14, 7 and 3) loved it. The apartment has been only recently built to the highest standard. You get all the amenities you would expect. It is our 10th year of vacationing in Greece and this is one of the nicest properties we have been to. The owner, George, is a sweet heart. The location is very convenient for exploring Crete by car. We went to the south coast, the Amari mountain range, Chania, and Agios Nikolaus - all within a 2 hour drive. ##### Denis G. ---