Title: Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=64419159&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 ## Photo gallery for Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete ![Unclassified image, 1 of 35, button - Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete (omalos mousouron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/92e4c06e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete (omalos mousouron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/eb8affdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete (omalos mousouron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/w1017h683x3y0-b7231139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete (omalos mousouron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/0cc12c94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete (omalos mousouron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64419200/64419159/89f91b1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - 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 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 - 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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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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. Castle of Agia Roumeli and Agios Nikolaos Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at 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 - ![Agioi Apostoloi beach, Chania, Crete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105774/e540ea7d-f71f-4ccd-bdb6-da991b45e262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Agioi Apostoloi Beach 39 min drive \- 20.3 miles - Sarakina Meskla Gorge 19 min drive \- 9.9 miles - Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete 20 min drive \- 10.2 miles - Kalamaki Beach 40 min drive \- 20.5 miles - Agia Marina Beach 41 min drive \- 20.3 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) 79 min drive ### Restaurants - Manousakis Winery 31 min drive - Elliniko Tavern 1 min walk - Oasis Snack Bar 41 min drive - Tavern The Bridge 20 min drive - Taverna Emelia’s 24 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete? ### What time is check-in at Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete? ### What time is check-out at Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete? ### Where is Villa Samaria, White Mountains of Crete located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Samaria, White Mountains of 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### eric m. 8 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### decouverte de la montagne blanche Même près du spot de randonnée le plus réputé de crète nous pensions trouver tranquillité et authenticité Et bien c'est possible et le confort était très appréciable . ##### eric m. 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