Title: ★ Only for 2 ★ cosy stone villa, totally private, pool, near sea, WiFi, parking 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 # ★ Only for 2 ★ cosy stone villa, totally private, pool, near sea, WiFi, parking ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70400000/70395000/70394911/5753afe5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70400000/70395000/70394911/e204595d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70400000/70395000/70394911/00ea383c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70400000/70395000/70394911/fd5ea5dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70400000/70395000/70394911/f7ad5666.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into the charming Villa 'Sofas' and be transported to a bygone era. This 18th-century stone mansion boasts a private courtyard, lush gardens, and an inviting swimming pool perfect for relaxation. With its warm honeyed limestone walls, old wooden shutters, and ivy-covered facade, this villa exudes character. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pool - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### ★ Only for 2 ★ cosy stone villa, totally private, pool, near sea, WiFi, parking Villa 'Sofas' is the perfect romantic holiday heaven. Open the wooden picket gate and step into the delightful stone paved courtyard, set behind the stone wall. The villa Sofa is built in warm honeyed limestone, and the old wooden shutters and ivy combine to create a wonderful building, full of character. Surrounded by mature shrubs, lush foliage and stone patios, it is easy to imagine you have stepped back in time. The swimming pool and outside barbecue area provide the perfect promise of fun filled days and evenings. Step inside, through the old wooden doors into a delightful room laid with flagstones, old stone walls and a wonderful beamed ceiling. The beautiful stone fireplace has been used over many centuries. Throw open the wooden shutters and venture upstairs to the master bedroom and pinch yourself. What could be better than this? Just a few minutes from the modern beach resorts of Maleme and Platanias, step back in time as you turn into the meandering lane that leads to the picturesque hamlet of Metochi, with a history dating back to the 1700’s, when Crete was still under Turkish rule. The tiny hamlet is laced with evocative stone walls surrounding centuries old buildings built in weathered limestone, with vine covered pergolas and lush gardens overflowing with jasmine and roses. It takes little imagination to evoke an atmosphere of yesteryear, whilst enjoying all the comforts of a relaxing luxury holiday. Our villas 'Laina' and 'Sofas' – are both officially declared listed buildings, as traditional old mansions, dated back to the 18th century, entirely renovated in 2020-2021 and sympathetically restored to a level of luxury appreciated by the discerning traveler, seeking comfort in an environment which only an ancient building can provide. Each villa is totally independent, set within its own spacious and private stone walled courtyard garden with its private pool and private parking for both villas. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Rooftop terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Handrails in stairways - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Horseback riding nearby - Winery tours 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 - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Recycling - Solar energy - Unit size: 861 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34070000/34066900/34066877/973b22b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### House located in the center of an exceptional region to discover ! 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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 This property uses solar energy, plus 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 1042Κ91002999701 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 ### Property is also known as Metochi Villas Sofas Sleeps 2 Metochi Villas Villa Sofas sleeps 2 Metochi Villas - Villa Sofas Sleeps 2 Villa Metochi Villas - Villa Sofas Sleeps 2 Platanias Metochi Villas - Villa Sofas Sleeps 2 Villa Platanias ## About the area Located in Platanias, this villa is in a rural area 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 Agia Marina Beach and Kalamaki Beach. Golfland and Limnoupolis Water Park are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. [Visit our Platanias travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Platanias.dx6035410) [View more Villas in Platanias](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Platanias-Villas.d6035410-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%7C35.51567%2C23.85770&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=up4nsqdBE1ixfomx7GCuiBPbu-Q=) Chania, Crete ### What's nearby - Máleme Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Platanias Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles - Platanias Square - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles - War Shelter of Platanias - 5 min drive - 4.3 miles - Agia Marina Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 39 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Μπουκιά & Γεύσεις - ‬4 min drive - ‪Tequila - ‬2 min drive - ‪Menta Cafe Bar - ‬17 min walk - ‪Elia Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Stonegrill Restaurant - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does ★ Only for 2 ★ cosy stone villa, totally private, pool, near sea, WiFi, parking have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is ★ Only for 2 ★ cosy stone villa, totally private, pool, near sea, WiFi, parking pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at ★ Only for 2 ★ cosy stone villa, totally private, pool, near sea, WiFi, parking? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at ★ Only for 2 ★ cosy stone villa, totally private, pool, near sea, WiFi, parking? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is ★ Only for 2 ★ cosy stone villa, totally private, pool, near sea, WiFi, parking located? > Situated by the ocean, this villa is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Máleme Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of German War Cemetery and Platanias Beach. Agia Marina Beach and Golfland are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ★ Only for 2 ★ cosy stone villa, totally private, pool, near sea, WiFi, parking Reviews 10 ### 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 41 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline W. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wunderbar Wunderschöne Villa, mit modernem bad. Der pool ist toll alles da was man braucht und eine nette katze als Haustier. Wir hatten einen tollen Urlaub ##### Pauline W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephan W. 2 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Traumhaftes Haus Traumhaftes Haus mit viel Liebe eingerichtet. Sehr nette Vermieterin die uns mit einem Obstkorb, Wein und Raki begrüßt hat. Wir kommen wieder!! ##### Stephan W. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve K. 5 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place Perfect location for a relaxing break. The villa is perfect is every way and the hosts were so lovely. The small things provided with the villa made such a difference. Thank you ##### Steve K. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire B. 10 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect little gem of a getaway An idyllic little villa in a beautiful setting with everything you could want for a comfortable, home from home stay (your own pet is even included in the shape of Baby the sweetest little cat!). The kitchen has everything you will need and the thoughtful addition of a large bowl groaning with fruit, a bottle of cold wine in the fridge and a little jug of delicious Raki makes it all the better! Upstairs there is a sumptuous four poster bed with the comfiest mattress and the en-suite bathroom is just lovely. One of the windows looks out over the pool and the sea beyond and offers a welcome breeze through the room. The gardens and pool are delightful with all the seating you could possibly need. Thank you Georgia and Dionysis, we hope to come back to stay in your beautiful villa and on the island again one day! ##### Claire B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin K. 3 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Honeymoon We've been the first week of our honeymoon in this beautiful little villa and it was wonderful. We would do it again, for sure. Especially the welcoming and helpful landlords needs to be mentioned. We hope we can come back someday ##### Martin K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carola G. 5 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wunsch erfüllt Unser Wunsch war es, einen erholsamen Urlaub zu erleben - genau der ist in Erfüllung gegangen. Wir suchen jedes Jahr ein Domizil mit besonderem Charme, legen dabei Wert auf Privatsphäre in Ruhe, möchten jedoch auch ansprechende Restaurants / Lokale / Bars ... in der Nähe nutzen können. Außerdem sollte das Ganze in Strandnähe sein. Hat alles geklappt. Die Ferienwohnung im ehemaligen Speicher hat unsere Erwartungen erfüllt. Den Bildern im Netz ist nur hinzuzufügen, dass die Realität schneller als die Aktualisierung der Homepage war - das Bad wurde inzwischen modernisiert, was übrigens sicher kein einfaches Unterfangen war, da das Gebäude unter Denkmalschutz steht und alle Änderungen - s. Deutschland - strengen Vorschriften unterliegen. Lage und Ausstattung haben uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Klimaanlage haben wir nicht benötigt. Unsere Reisezeit war im Juli, die Temperaturen immer über 30 Grad am Tag, die Nächte waren jedoch oft etwas windig, sodass sich das Schlafzimmer im ersten Stock bei geöffneten Fenstern als angenehmer Ort erwies (das lag bestimmt auch an dem für unser Schlafempfinden sehr gemütlich ausgestatteten Himmelbett). Den Poolbereich haben wir natürlich täglich genutzt - Wasserqualität wurde regelmäßig überprüft, Reinigung erfolgte mehrfach wöchentlich. Durch den natürlichen Bewuchs, der den gesamten Außenbereich in eine kleine Oase verwandelt, verirrten sich oft Blätter und Insekten im Wasser, aber das gehört nun mal dazu, wenn man nicht in einer Betonwüste Urlaub machen will (außerdem ist immer ein Kescher zur Hand). In dieser Idylle haben wir natürlich jeden Morgen ein ausgiebiges Frühstück genossen. Wir sind vom Flughafen Heraklion mit dem Mietauto in die Ferienwohnung gefahren . Die von den Vermietern übermittelte Wegbeschreibung per Foto war absolut hilfreich. Ebenso perfekt war die Begrüßung durch die Vermieter. Das hatte nichts mit einer dienstbeflissenen Einweisung in das Gebäude zu tu, es fühlte sich fast an wie ein Willkommen für gute Bekannte. Neben einem überaus reichlich gefüllen Obstkorb gehörten zur Begrüßung auch eine Auswahl lokaler Gtränke (Rot- und Weißwein und etwas Höherprozentiges) sowie Olivenöl aus eigenem Anbau und zahllose gute Tipps der Vermieterin bezüglich unserer Vorstellungen, Land, Leute und Kultur kennen zu lernen. Das gemietete Auto und die beiden Räder haben uns dabei gute Dienste geleistet. Badeschuhe mitnehmen, es gibt wenige Sandstrände, dafür Badebuchten fast für euch allein. Sehr empfehlenswert ##### Carola G. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Giovanna and David P., Montpelier, Vermont 31 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cretan heaven Villa Sofas is a genuine treasure. Located a short distance from the beach, it has privacy and intimacy . The flowers and birds are a treat. The hosts are knowledgeable, helpful and truly friendly people who want their guests to have a great time. Everything you need is at the house; a car is helpful but certainly not a requirement. We travel extensively and can easily say this house and hosts are exemplary. Don’t miss this one !! ##### Giovanna and David P. Stayed 12 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian I. 20 Sept 2018 #### Perfect spot to relax and enjoy Crete Arriving at Villa Sofas is like stepping back in time. Georgia and Dionysis have created a great little retreat here, with a lovely pool and sunbathing area as well as a beautiful shaded courtyard. Both G & D were very welcoming and nothing is too much for their guests. The Villa is very well appointed with everything you will need for a relaxing stay and a great bathroom! You won't want to get out of the gorgeous bed. There is a bus stop within 5 - 7 minutes walk and the buses are every half hour in both directions, 10 minutes to Platinias and about 30 to Chania depending on traffic. There is a mini market opposite the bus stop and a supermarket around 15 minutes walk so a car is not necessary here. The beach is also a short walk away if you can tear yourself away from the Villa. If you want to visit this area Villa Sofas is the perfect place to stay. ##### Gillian I. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isobel L. 12 Sept 2018 #### Idyllic We spent a week at the lovely villa Sofia and thoroughly enjoyed it. The villa is well equipped, lovely private gardens and pool. We hired a car but also used the local buses and the bikes at the villa. Plenty to see in the surrounding area then so nice to come back to peace and quiet and your very own pool. Would highly recommend and hope to return one day. ##### Isobel L. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Christoph E. 6 Sept 2018 #### Genial Freundliche zuvorkommende Vermieter. Ausgezeichnete ruhige Lage. Unterkunft entspricht der Beschreibung. ##### Christoph E. Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann H., coulsdon 17 Jul 2018 #### Wonderful secluded relaxing visit The villa was perfect for the 2 of us. The 4 poster bed was so comfy & I loved having the mosquito net to save us getting bitten. The pool was small, but plenty big enough for 2. It was great being able to drink the tap water rather than having to buy bottled water - there was even a jug cooled in the fridge on arrival. It was also a nice touch to have a bottle of wine & Raki left for us. The owners Dyonisis & Georgia were very welcoming & helpful - suggesting beautiful beaches for us to visit. We also liked having cycles to use for the 5 minute ride (20 min walk) to local beach bars & restaurants. I would definitely recommend renting this lovely villa for a relaxing break - secluded, but plenty nearby to see & do. We hired a car which was useful, but there were bus stops nearby if need be. Previous visitors had left a selection of toiletries, sun lotion etc which we added to when we left - great if you're running short by the end of your hols. So pleased we found this little gem ##### Ann H. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dickie M. 12 Jun 2018 #### Great location to chill out in peace and quiet We had stayed the previous week in the centre of Chania town and Sofas Villa was a great place to spend our second week, in a completely different and tranquil location. The owners were responsive to the few requests that we had during the week and were very helpful with advice throughout our stay. All the equipment and facilities were first rate and the four poster bed was particularly comfortable. The pool was a god send for cooling off, and would be particularly appreciated by visitors in the hotter months of July and August. Would we return - most definitely. ##### Dickie M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harry P. 5 Jun 2018 #### Idyllic retreat My wife and I stayed for a week in May 2018. We were looking for peace and quiet, unreserved sun beds and a private pool. Villa Sofa has this in plenty. Add to that the barbecue and cycles and I wonder how we managed to book it. The pictures on the web site give you a good idea of what it looks like but there is nothing to compare the experience when you actually visit. The hosts cannot do enough to make you welcome and we never managed to eat all the fruit provided. ##### Harry P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew D. 28 Sept 2017 #### Lovely Villa in quiet location We spent a week at Villa Sofas during September. The villa was perfect, and Georgia and Dionysus were very welcoming and friendly. The villa is as good as the pictures and we were not disappointed. The BBQ and seating area are perfect for al fresco eating. The pool area is secluded and perfect for a cooling dip. The outdoor areas are surrounded by plants and trees, and add to the feeling of being in a tropical paradise. The kitchen is fully equipped; the bedroom has a large four poster, with mosquito net, which was very comfortable. The shower was modern and very good. We did not hire a car, but used the bus. The bus stop is 5 minutes from the villa with regular buses, every 30 minutes, into Chania. We hope to return, and would recommend Villa Sofas. ##### Andrew D. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabelle R. 9 Sept 2017 #### Confort et charme Notre séjour dans la maison Sofas était parfait. La maison est idéale pour un couple. C'est une vieille maison qui a beaucoup de charme, rénovée avec goût mais avec tout le confort moderne et une piscine bien agréable le matin ou au retour d'une journee de visite. Nous étions bien situe pour visiter l'ouest de l'ile qui est vraiment beau. Georgia et Dionysis sont des hôtes très attentionnés. Nous avons été très bien reçus ; ça fait plaisir de voir tout le cœur, l'amour et le professionnalisme mis pour entretenir cet endroit pour le plus grand bonheur des vacanciers. On reviendra😀 ##### Isabelle R. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter dodd 23 Apr 2017 #### A Week in Paradise Thank you so very much to our wonderful hosts Georgia and Dennis. The villa is stunning, a real home from home. Private, peaceful and luxurious. The owners have renovated the villa with taste and charm, the perfect mix of modern with traditional vernacular style. The villa is spacious, spotlessly clean and has everything you need for a truly relaxing break. We loved sitting in the sunshine on the enormous rooftop terrace during the day. In the evenings we lit the open fire and ate in the kitchen dining room, very romantic. The bed was so very comfy with the softest linens. Fluffy towels provided for the bathroom and for the pool. It was too cold to swim but we sat by the pool and dipped our legs. Pool is a really good size, clean and very inviting. The bathrooms are designed with quality and taste, with the most fabulous showers...we didnt want to get out! Georgia and Dennis were wonderful hosts, they had thought of everything. A fully stocked kitchen with herbs and spices, condiments, sauces. They left us fruit, vegetables, wines, chocolate, bread, cheese even candles ...amazing hospitality! They had thought of everything. Sunlotions, doedorant, fly spray, toothpaste, toilet rolls, ....so well planned. The villa is about a 30 minute drive from the airport, easy to find but we arrived late and lost our way in the dark so rang Dennis and he came out to find us...nothing is too much trouble for these lovely people. Mini markets, beach and restaurants a five minute drive away, perfectly placed close to amenities whilst being peaceful and quiet. Nothing to fault at all .....6 stars! We are looking forward to returning soon, Thank you so very much Georgia and Dennis for making our stay so fabulous, you are the perfect hosts, kisses for Baby the cat. Much love from Chrissie and Pete. xxx ##### Peter dodd This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Konrad B. 28 Sept 2016 #### A fantastic place to stay We spent a week at Villa Laina - a recently upgraded house which was already beautiful before all the work has been done. It features 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 beautiful bathrooms and a new kitchen with all the necessary appliances and more. The pool is amazing and the kids spent a lot of their time there. What really sets this house apart is the hosts - Georgia and Dionysis. They take a very personal approach to their business. They were on call when we needed help, advised us on restaurants, beaches and other places to go. They changed sheets and towels even though it wasn't needed. They clean the pool and do all the necessary stuff with a smile. They prepared fresh fruit as a welcome present and provided us with a bottle of beautiful home made raki as well. We always felt welcome and appreciated. We are definitely coming back - the whole family loved it. ##### Konrad B. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd H., Charleston, SC 28 Sept 2016 #### Remarkable stay with amazing hosts Cannot say enough good things about Georgia, Dionysis and their lovely Villa. We are not touristy, so this was the perfect fit for us. Being able to get up and lay by the pool after a brilliant nights rest was fantastic. It took about a week to perfect my Greek coffee method and when coupled with pastries from a local bakery and the fruit that had been provided, it made for a perfect start to each day. The kitchen is well equipped to accommodate meal preparation to whichever extent you desire. The location is quiet and private, with the exception of a wedding being held up the street one night, and you feel safe and secure the whole time there. It is very easy to get down to the main road and catch buses from there when necessary. They are very proud of their home and have expended great effort in making it comfortable for their guests. Thank you both for making it available for our use! We have fallen in love with Crete and cannot wait to return. ##### Todd H. Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### andrew m. 12 Sept 2016 #### Excellent villa, quiet and good location This was our second stay here, and it was just as good as our first visit. Villa is secluded and private, but only a 5 minute drive to the centre of Platanias. Air con, wifi etc all good and the house has all the equipment you will need for cooking etc. the pool is great and much needed in the heat. Would highly recommend this villa. ##### andrew m. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet H. 1 Sept 2016 #### Lovely , relaxing holiday in Villa Sofas Georgia responded to all queries very promptly and was very happy to arrange a taxi from the airport to the villa.(This cost 44 Euro) Both Georgia and her husband, Dionysus, were very helpful and gave us lots of recommendations about where to eat around the area and in Chania and day trips to various beaches. Really pleasing touches were the enormous bowl of fruit, the bottle of Cretan wine, the jug of raki and olive oil which were left for us on arrival. We didn't have to buy any fruit all week. The villa is situated in a very quiet spot outside the village of Maleme. There are restaurants here, but there are much better quality ones in Girani, Platanias and Chania, which are just a short bus ride away. Inka supermarket is a pleasant walk from the villa. A car would be useful, but isn't necessary and it is good not to have to drive on holiday. It is much better to use public transport. The buses are great - clean, efficient, airconditioned, regular - and cheap. And they have conductors! It is two very easy bus journeys back to the airport at a total cost of 9.60Euro for two people. The villa itself is beautiful and very clean. The bedding and towels are changed on Tuesdays which is great. The villa is really well equipped with everything necessary for an enjoyable holiday, plus extra items like the dishwasher and washing machine. There is also WIFI, The villa is very private and not overlooked at all. The large bedroom is lovely. The bed is very comfortable and has a mosquito net, essential if, like me, you are susceptible to being bitten and react badly. The garden and patio area are beautiful and offer as much sun or shade as you want. We ate outside on the patio every day. The pool, although small, is perfect for cooling down. An extra delight is Baby - the resident cat - very friendly and at the end of our week - very spoilt! I would definitely recommend this villa and I would definitely return. ##### Janet H. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Giorgia D. 8 Aug 2016 #### Very beautiful villa! Very beautiful villa, perfect for a romantic and relaxing holiday. The home was exactly as described, maybe even better! Everything was clean and in good conditions. The owners, Georgia and Dionysis, are really hospitable and helpful. I absolutely recommend this villa. ##### Giorgia D. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert W. 7 Aug 2016 #### Wonderful! Well, my wife and I are making plans for our anniversary and are reflecting back on what a wonderful stay we had at this villa, so I thought to write a review. We can't say enough about this little place! We stayed for five days. It has a relax, comfortable and peaceful feel. We felt settled in right away with the shaded patio, beautiful pool and the simplicity of the villa. The pool was nice to lay around in the morning before we drove to beaches or town. We had night swims, but the water was a little chilly. The kitchen had the essentials to make simple meals. The bed was comfortable. The property is off the main road a few blocks & is not in town, so a car is needed to get around. Beaches are nice and beautiful; there's a pebbly beach a few blocks away and sandy beaches are about 45 mins away by car. The villa got hot in the afternoon and at night, but Dionysus fixed the cooling unit as soon as we reported it & it was fine from there. The island has things to do, i.e., snorkeling, beaching, sailing, visiting Old Town and shops in town. Food in town is very good, Greek and other choices and we loved the Raki after each meal! Giorgia and Dionysus were wonderful hosts; they're very warm and nice people. They were attentive to our needs & explain where to find restaurants and things to do. They handed us the keys and gave us our privacy, but if we had questions, they were just a phone call away. They both speak English very well. We recommend this property to anyone who want a kick-back, peaceful and private time alone. Rob & Lynn ##### Robert W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda T., UK 7 Aug 2016 #### Perfect villa for perfect family holiday Arrived 27 Aug - still here. This place is so lovely - it's got everything you need from electric juicer to milk frother, electric hob, fan oven. Georgia and Dionysus both speak brilliant English and can't do enough to help. We holidayed with our 3 adult children and their partners, villa never felt crowded, lounge area on roof, by pool, cool area with hammocks and shaded table area down stairs. Two kids arrived before us by taxi (45 €) Georgia took them to supermarket and waited while they did a quick stock up. Dionysus had time to chat and point out places to visit or eat at. Georgia even booked us into a really good fish restaurant (Argentina) we chose fish from the fridge it was the best grouper ever - 6 bottles wine, shared seafood platter to start and all the rest - cost 260€ for 8 of us!! - sea view- great evening, thanks for the recommendation and for making the booking and sparing our blushes on the phone with our poor Greek. The air con works - we put it on each eve as we went out shut bedroom doors and came back to a cool welcome! We brought a volley ball net and have had great fun playing in the pool - we will leave it, hope next visitors have fun (tie it to legs of blue director chairs! ) stock of lilos and things here too. Bbq is great had a couple, sausages from local supermarket are really good and we tried all of them! washed a couple of loads clothes - line and pegs at back of house. Dishwasher too, lots pots pans plates etc etc. Wifi works well, especially on patio area. Lots of English books, touristy stuff. Can't think of anything else that you might need to know, but I am going to give Georgia our phone number to pass on if any one wants a verbal recommendation. Otherwise, thanks to both of you for making our holiday so memorable for all the right reasons! Love Linda, Stephen, Sam, Stasha, Rob, Kristina, lulu and Chris xxx ##### Linda T. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Xavier S. 4 Aug 2016 #### Lovely house We just had a fantastic 2 week stay in Villa Sofas : the house is all you need for a charming holiday as a couple. Very kind owners , always ready with information or help, a house in a quiet neighbourhood and with full privacy, we can not think any thing on the negative side. Well situated to have some daytrips as well. So we had the perfect relaxing stay ! ##### Xavier S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derek S., Enfield 25 Jul 2016 #### Beautiful character property Perfect little secret hideaway for two. Completely private patio and small pool. Was about 10mins walk to pebbly beach and a few nice Greek tavernas. We spent just over 4wks here; hired a car and visited some amazing places and ate some of the best food we have ever eaten. The Owners are very hospitable and lovely people. Truly recommend if you're looking for peace and quiet. ##### Derek S. 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