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Villa Elihrisos-an amazing villa of 225sqm with private heated pool near the sea

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
TV, fireplace
Outdoor dining
Aerial view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10225 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa Elihrisos-an amazing villa of 225sqm with private heated pool near the sea

Villa Elihrisos is a luxurius villa of 225sqm located in Akrotiri area near Chorafakia.It is among many sandy beaches and facilities and near Chania town and offers a unique accommodation with its superior quality furniture and equipment,the spacious interior and extrior spaces and the big heated,kids-friendly pool of 50sqm.It is the ideal location for a couple seeking privacy,for a family holiday or for a group of friends.It offers magnificent views and can satisfy every demanding guest.

This outstanding villa is like 2 separate houses offering a unique benefit to big groups of travelers. It is a private and self catered house equipped with and providing all the necessary appliances and items to ensure a smooth and comfortable stay. The owner has done a great job decorating the house and all the furniture is of high quality.

Ground Floor
The entrance to the house is on the ground floor with just a couple of steps to get in the house. There are 2 bedrooms - a master and a twin-, one bathroom with shower, a fully equipped kitchen, a big dining area, a sitting room with beautiful sofas which can be used as extra beds upon request and a laundry room with a washing machine. Living room and kitchen have air-conditioning, satellite TV and access to wireless internet and bedrooms offer floor fans for cool air.

First Floor
An interior round staircase connects the ground floor to the first floor of this huge villa. There is also an exterior entrance, in case there is no need for a connection between the two floors.
A big open space with an additional sitting area, a kitchen and a dining area can be seen upon getting to this floor. There are also 2 bedrooms with double beds and a huge bathroom. The second bedroom is located over the kitchen while the sofas can be used as beds upon request! The common spaces have air conditioning while the bedrooms have efficient floor fans for cool air. Wireless internet and satellite TVs are also available on this floor. What really makes a difference on this floor, though, are certainly the glass displays of the owner's personal objects which add a "historic" and a more personal feeling to this place. The first glass display is filled with history as objects of the owner's childhood are exhibited. They are a part of Cretan history and provide interesting insight on how life used to be on the island at least half a century ago. The second glass display has the owner's favourite objects from her trips around the world.

The pool area
The pool area is vast with a big heated pool of 50sqm and a lot of sitting options. The depth of the pool is 1.40m and the kids pool is 0.50m. The feature of the heated pool can be used upon request and with extra charge of 30 euros per day.
A big dining table can also be found here along with a traditional wood oven and a bbq!
The property is very easily accessed by the main road and it is 5 minutes away from many local sandy beaches like Stavros ( the most famous scene of Zorbas the Greek was filmed in this beach ), Tersanas and Kalathas to name but a few. Nearby the house there are many local useful facilities, like mini markets, nice restaurants, a pharmacy and everything that you are going to need during your stay. It is also very close to a big town with big supermarkets and other options for food. Chania is about 20 minutes away while the international airport CHQ is 15 minutes away.

Property manager

Katerina Mastromanoli

Languages

English, French, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: only outside the house

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,422 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Important information

You need to know

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 (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: only in the outside areas of the villa
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no 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 1123937

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Chania

What's nearby

  • Kalathas Beach - 3 min drive
  • Stavros Beach - 4 min drive
  • Agia Triada Monastery - 7 min drive
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 14 min drive
  • Port of Souda - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olympic Catering Sa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Labyrinth - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tavern Irene - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Creat - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Παραλία Σταυρού - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Elihrisos-an amazing villa of 225sqm with private heated pool near the sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Villa Elihrisos-an amazing villa of 225sqm with private heated pool near the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Elihrisos-an amazing villa of 225sqm with private heated pool near the sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Elihrisos-an amazing villa of 225sqm with private heated pool near the sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Elihrisos-an amazing villa of 225sqm with private heated pool near the sea located?

This family-friendly Chania villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kalathas Beach, Stavros Beach and Archaeological Collection of Stavros Ithaca. Agios Onoufrios Beach and Agia Triada Monastery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Villa Elihrisos-an amazing villa of 225sqm with private heated pool near the sea Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay
What a lovely stay we had. A lovely welcome on arrival by Olga. Villa clean and lots of space for us all. Well equipped with everything we needed. The outside space was large with enough seating for us. We made use of the pizza oven and the BBQ. Location is lovely with lots of places to eat. The communication with the hosts before arrival and whilst on holiday was excellent. Would highly recommend. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The hosts were wonderful, beautiful villa , stunning pool , extremely clean ,
We had 9 people staying, and we all fitted in very comfortabley , almost was like having to apartments in one , kitchen bedrooms and lounge on both floors plus a third bedroom up in a little mezzanine, great big table on patio with barbecue and pizza oven , can thoroughly recommend this beautiful villa
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bronagh L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great villa for a great vacation
The Villa was perfectly located and fitted out for our family vacation. The owner and her family were very accommodating to our questions preparing for our trip, as well as accommodating our questions when we arrived. Great villa, great welcome and hospitality to ensure we had a wonderful vacation. Definitely recommend this villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Samia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and friendly villa
The villa itself was lovely and had everything we needed. It was lovely to relax in and had beautiful views. The most welcoming hosts ever, Katerina and Olga were so helpful and anything you needed, they were happy to help with. They even booked our airport transfers for us. Could not fault them at all, so kind and generous. They were just a message away if you had any troubles. The neighbours were also really kind and gave us fresh eggs and cake some mornings. They also let us stay way past check out time as our flight was very late which was so generous of them and I just want to thank them for being such kind hosts. My only recommendation is that you hire a car as it’s about 30 minute drive to the city centre and in Crete, a car is definitely necessary!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elihrisos Sunsets
Amazing villa just as described. If it’s peace and tranquillity you’re looking for then this is the ideal place to stay. We are a family of 3 couples and the villa provided space for all to enjoy it’s offering. Set over 2 floors each with lounge, dining and kitchen facilities plus bedrooms and bathrooms. Fully equipped for those who want to self cater. Outside provided plenty of space including swimming pool, barbecue area and dining area. This is a quiet location with local restaurants and mini markets close by. Chania is a 15-20 minute drive away. The villa was clean and well presented and the hosts were very helpful and attentive. Thanks Olga and Katerina. We would definitely book again Finally Olga you were right the sunsets from the first floor terrace were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The villa is quite large, two living areas and plenty of room for our group of six adults and two kids. The pool is great and kept in A1 condition. Three or four tavernas within a kilometer or so, two beaches reachable in minutes by car. Tersanas Beach is the best one, Stavros beach is also great but we were ripped off on the sun beads, 30 Euros for each set, normal price should be 15. We had an issue with the oven breaking down but the hosts fixed this within 24 hours replacing with a new one. Altogether a good villa, you definitely need a car and to be of reasonable fitness to manage the spiral staircase. Hosts were great.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very responsive and helpful host, excellent pool! Basic villa, the “luxury” is found back in 1970 😂 both kitchens & bathrooms need urgent update. Host very helpful once concerns raised regarding open spiral staircase in centre of upper floor, wooden panelling supplied. Multiple levels of steps/stairs throughout/outside, a little stressful with young children. Resin floor downstairs a little unusual (same as my driveway) . The mezzanine level to sleep in is too hot, no privacy. Air conditioning would be valuable in the bedrooms. The booking stated that we could pay for pool heating, we did not request this, it appears we were charged extra for heating the pool. Single Balcony is from the first floor lounge, sits 2 people only. We used the buses locally and managed trips to Chania and Stavros beach. The beaches are described as nearby- but not walkable. Car hire is recommended. Wouldn’t recommend the villa for families with young children.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous villa
Just returned from a 2 weeks stay at what we called “The rock star villa. Family of 10. Great grandparents, grandparents, mum and dad and 4 littlest ones aged 2 to 7. On arrival we couldn’t believe our luck at the look of the villa from outside. We were met by a lovely family, the greeting could not have been nicer. The pools were so inviting the little ones stripped off to underwear to take a dip (10.30 in the evening) Going inside the villa was spotless and so spacious. Lovely quirky details like the spiral staircase (but separate exterior entrance for those less daring. The facilities were second to none with everything provided to start our stay. And what a stay it was. Very secluded and totally private yet only a short stroll across the road to the nearest bar/restaurant. There were several restaurants/bars within 20 mins walk and also 2 supermarkets which were well stocked. We had a few trips into Chania town (Approx 15 mins in taxi) and 2 trips to Stavros beach (Approx 30 min walk or 5 min taxi ride) The Ramblers pub 10 min walk away did excellent steaks and even a Sunday dinner. The main thing we preferred was staying within our villa enjoying much needed family time. With the ongoing Coronavirus crisis, other than a mask in the supermarket we could forget it all. Can I just make a mention of the super soft pillows - amazing. No one wanted to leave this amazing place but on leaving this lovely family even bought us presents - what a lovely gesture. Thank you, thank you, thank you. We would love to return and would highly recommend this villa.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastisk hus
Fantastisk hus og super service fra udlejer der svarer på minutter. Rent og pænt. Mor Olga er super sød og familiær. Kæmpe anbefaling herfra
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sauberes und schönes Haus mit guter Lage!
Wir sind mit 5 Personen hierher gereist und haben die Villa Elhrisos gemietet. Die Ankunft war leider unsererseits sehr spät, weshalb die Mutter der Vermieterin schon dort etwas länger auf uns warten musste. Sie gab uns dann auch die Schlüssel und hat uns kurz das Haus gezeigt. Dies lief reibungslos und wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen 🥰 Das Haus ist sehr sauber und total gemütlich. Da wir uns einen Wagen gemietet haben, kamen wir von dort aus überall gut hin, die Taverne Irene war direkt um die Ecke und dort konnte man super essen! Supermärkte sind auch in unmittelbarer Nähe. Das einzige, worüber man meckern KÖNNTE, war, dass die Fernseher leider nicht funktioniert haben und die Pumpe des Pools zwischendurch immer mal wieder aus war, mitten am Tag. Für Katzenliebhaber wie mich war es außerdem auch ein Traum, denn jeden Morgen wurde ich von Yiasou und Kali (selbst gegebene Namen 😁) begrüßt, die schon um unser Haus strichen. Als Abschied haben wir von der Mutter der Vermieterin noch sehr leckere Schokolade gebracht bekommen. Wir waren rundum zufrieden und hatten einen wirklich tollen Aufenthalt! Gerne wieder! 5 Sterne! ❤️
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

pauline l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour juillet 2023
Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour, la maison est bien équipée, spacieuse et les espaces extérieurs très agréables. Les propriétaires sont très gentils et réactifs si besoin. Juste l'annonce semble montrer qu'il n'y a pas de voisins, ce qui n'est pas le cas mais pas de vis à vis tout de même. De plus, la proximité de l'aéroport fait que nous entendons quelque fois les avions. Cordialement
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

alberto a., CHIRENS FRANCE

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon
tes bon séjour propriétaire très gentils et avenant très belle maison proche des plus belle plage nous recommandons vivement
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Birgitte S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picturesque Xhorafakia/Villa Elihrisos
The best of houses, well parted bedrooms ensured privacy and two well equipped bathrooms and kitchens. Everything in perfect order and the host most welcoming and very serviceminded including advise regarding to local scenic places, shopping and dining. All we had to do was ask. Good local shopping and dining nearby. Magnificent wiev over the bay of Chania and awesome sunset in the evening.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perrine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super séjour
Villa au top, très grande, nous étions 3 familles et chacun a pu trouver son espace. Extérieur super également avec la grande piscine et la très grande table très conviviale ! Très bonne communication avec l'hôte qui est très réactive. Villa plutôt bien placée pour visiter l'ouest de la Crète.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jannis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gut für große Gruppen die unter sich sein wollen
Eher abgelegen wodurch man niemanden stört und für sich ist. Aber der nächste Laden und Bushaltestelle sind trotzdem nur 10 Minuten zu Fuß entfernt. Von der Bushaltestelle aus kann man mit dem Bus innerhalb von 30 Minuten Chania erreichen. Im Haus hat es uns an nicht gefehlt außer einer Tür um schnell in den Garten zu kommen. Die Couches sind alle sehr bequem und auch gut zum schlafen geiegnet damit wäre auch bis zu 12 Personen tatsächlich kein Problem. Was unseren Aufenthalt noch deutlich verbessert hätte wäre ein Mietwagen daher würden wir empfehlen einen mit einzuplanen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022