Title: Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete 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 Samaria, White Mountains of Crete Holiday home in Platanias with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/3172edce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/3f550b68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/8b189f10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/9deafe59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/2a8badce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of the White Mountains, Villa Samaria is a traditional stone-built home surrounded by apple, pear & cherry trees. Enjoy magnificent views from every room and cozy up by the fireplace in one of two sitting areas or take advantage of barbecue facilities for outdoor dining enjoyment. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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 Samaria, White Mountains of Crete Experience Cretan mountain living in this traditional stone-built home in the heart of the White Mountains, starting point of the famous Samaria Gorge. Villa Samaria, a 2-storey quality home, surrounded by apple, pear & cherry trees, boasts 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen, 2 sitting areas, satellite TV, indoor-outdoor dining & barbecue facilities. The view is magnificent from every room. It's the ideal starting point for hiking & driving distance from Sougia & Paleochora beaches. The space Villa Samaria is a two-level home built in stone in the traditional architecture of the Cretan mountain villages with all the comforts of modern living. On the ground floor there is the sitting room with satellite TV, four spacious bedrooms with queen-sized beds, a large bathroom with bathtub, and a veranda with outdoor table and chairs overlooking the garden with its apple and pear trees. Up the steps to the first floor is the comfortable living room with leather sofas and arm chair, fireplace, and satellite TV, a fully equipped windowed modern kitchen with refrigerator, dishwasher, oven and stovetop, and coffeemaker, and large bathroom with bathtub, with olive oil based local soaps and shampoos provided for our guests. Outside on the veranda there is also a barbecue area with for outdoor dining enjoyment! Guest access The entire home and its garden. Other things to note Please note we offer special monthly rates during winter (heating under this plan is charged according to usage, as is wood for the fireplace). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails 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 ## Similar properties ![Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, City View | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105400000/105392100/105392025/69470446.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Your Gorge-side Getaway Modern Villas, Natural Beauty Platanias - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Soundproof rooms 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=105392025&PinnedHotelID=105392025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34457300/34457287/9f88d07c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Aeolus with private overflow, endless, heated pool and private garden Chania - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=34457287&PinnedHotelID=34457287&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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 00000768151 ### 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 ### Property is also known as Villa Samaria Villa Samaria White Mountains of Crete Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete omalos mousouron Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Platanias, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Manousakis Winery and Port of Agia Roumeli are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete and Sarakina Meskla Gorge. Limnoupolis Water Park and Golfland are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Platanias travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Platanias.dx6035410) [View more Holiday homes in Platanias](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Platanias-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6035410-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%7C35.34077%2C23.90320&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NrxPMbvxP9NXfGYc8iWf-k54imU=) omalos mousouron ### What's nearby - Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete - 17 min drive - 9.9 miles - Agia Marina Beach - 33 min drive - 18.9 miles - Kalamaki Beach - 33 min drive - 19.3 miles - Nea Chora Beach - 35 min drive - 20.5 miles - Port of Souda - 42 min drive - 25.5 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 79 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Manousakis Winery - ‬31 min drive - ‪Gigilos - ‬4 min walk - ‪Το Σελί - ‬13 min drive - ‪Kantina Touprovidi - ‬12 min drive - ‪Ριζηνία - ‬23 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete located? > Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete and within 20 miles (32 km) of Sarakina Meskla Gorge and Manousakis Winery. Agia Marina Beach and Limnoupolis Water Park are also within 25 miles (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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