Seaside stay .A stay at this villa places you within half a mile (1 km) of Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and 3 miles (5 km) of Almyrida Beach. Also, Kera is within 3 miles (5 km) and Art of Living Glass Factory is within 6 miles (10 km).
Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Almyrida Beach - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
Port of Souda - 24 min drive - 12.1 miles
Old Venetian Harbor - 31 min drive - 17.5 miles
Agia Marina Beach - 35 min drive - 23.1 miles
Getting around
Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Στου Μπανανα - 9 min drive
Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) - 5 min drive
KOHILI - 9 min drive
Nektar - 5 min drive
Παρασιά - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool
Spiti Athinà is is a wonderful holiday house with a large swimming pool (6x10m) in an authentic village, only a few miles from the coast. This traditional Cretan village house has been tastefully renovated into a cosy vacation villa for 6 persons. The 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 down and 1 up) all have an individual character. During the restoration works, many of the original authentic elements were kept. In the living room the original natural stones are still visible. There is a wonderful shaded terrace, which adjoins the house towards the swimming pool. Under the shady vines is a magnificent stone table and bench, where you could spend many happy hours: for a chat, for a drink, with a view of the pool and garden with olive and citrus trees and enjoying the splendid mountain views. Here you can also enjoy a siesta on the sunbeds in the shadow, or spend delicious long evenings in the open air when the pool is lighted. The Mediterranean climate and the crickets does the rest.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the sea
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing 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
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Composting
Double-glazed windows
Garden
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 2,368 square feet
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 6
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 1042Κ92003002101
We should mention
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House Villa Gavalochori
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House Villa
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House Gavalochori
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House Villa Gavalochori
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House Villa
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House Gavalochori
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House Villa Gavalochori
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House Villa
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House Gavalochori
Tastefully Renovated Cretan Traditional House
Frequently asked questions
How close is Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool to the airport?
This villa is 20.7 mi (44-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool to the beach?
This villa is 2.4 mi (7-min drive) from Almyrida Beach and 3.1 mi (11-min drive) from Kera. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool?
No, there is no casino at this villa.
What time is check-in at Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this villa.
How close is Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool to downtown Apokoronas?
This villa is 0.2 mi away from Gavalochori.
Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Geraldine M.
Aug 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa
We have stayed in many villas but this one was by far the best. The pool was amazing, the views were breathtaking and the accommodation just perfect for our much needed family holiday. The local village is just a short stroll away and we soon settled into village life. Our week ended with an amazing event of traditional Cretan music which we were privileged to attend with all the villagers. Just perfect
Geraldine M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Jenny E.
Sep 30, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
An oasis in the middle of Gavalochori
This is a lovely unusual house very close to the centre of the village of Gavalochori. The outside terrace area is a delightful space to relax in and the large pool is wonderfully refreshing and clean. Inside the house there is a small but functional kitchen/dining area. The beds are very comfortable and there is a balcony off the upstairs double bedroom. The only suggestion I would make would be regarding the showers in both bathrooms - it would be nicer if they were more powerful! Apart from that it is a great house to relax in and is well located, being a few minutes walk from the tavernas and shops in Gavalochori.
Jenny E.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019
6/10 Okay
Andrew W.
Oct 14, 2018
Charming but could be better
First the positive things - this is a charming villa, conveniently situated at the edge of one of the prettiest villages in the area, within walking distance of all the tavernas, and with shops and a bakery nearby. The outside area is (with one exception) delightful and the pool is really excellent.
The bedrooms are very good, and the beds among the most comfortable we've experienced in Crete, where mattresses tend to be hard. The seats and lighting in the living area were also good.
Where the property is less satisfactory, at least for us, was in the bathrooms and kitchen. Although the bathrooms were efficient - the showers were good - they were rather down-at-heel, and the lack of plugs in either basin was not good. The kitchen was small and cramped - we didn't do any cooking, but even preparing breakfast and snacks was problematic, and the breakfast bar effect was very odd, as was the wooden latch holding the fridge shut.
The biggest failure for me was that the sun-umbrella (the only one) was broken and couldn't be used, which meant that for much of the late morning and early afternoon I couldn't stay by the pool and had either to sit under the verandah or go indoors.
I would really like to give Spiti Athini more than three stars because it's got a lot going for it, but there were just a few too many things which didn't quite measure up to expectations. I will say, however, that none of these are seriously difficult to put right, and I very much hope that they can be. A word of warning generally - the stairs are very steep - the property isn't suitable for people with even a mild mobility problem.
Finally, I would like to thank Sabine and Dirk, who were friendly and helpful owners (thanks for permission to stay on later on the last day - it made a huge difference - and to the housekeepers, who looked after us well.
Andrew W.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Vincent B.
Aug 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house in a quiet village
It is is 2nd time we went to this house.
Always a great pleasure to spend time in this quiet village within a nice typical house.
Thanks Sabine
Vincent B.
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ella d.
Jul 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Heerlijk huis in gezellig dorp
We hebben een fantastische vakantie gehad in dit heerlijke ruime huis waar alles aanwezig was wat je nodig hebt. Genoten van het mooie grote zwembad, het gezellige dorpje met twee goede restaurantjes, even een frappe drinken op het dorpsplein. Strand is vlakbij. Het heeft ons werkelijk aan niets ontbroken!
Ella d.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
Jul 22, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhafter Urlaub
Ein sehr schönes Haus, traumhafter Pool, kleiner idyllischer Ort. Die Vermieter jederzeit erreichbar und Sanja- die Hauskeeperin- eine Perle.
Wir haben das Haus bereits zum 2.mal gebucht und waren wieder begeistert.
Michael R.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Vincent B.
Sep 3, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Très jolie maison
Séjour très agréable, maison bien équipée, et propriétaire très disponible, et de bons conseils.
Nous recommandons vivement cette location.
Corinne et Vincent