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A heated pool
Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Terrace/patio
Fireplace, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1130 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Melidoni, Chania
  • Kalyves Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Almyrida Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Port of Souda
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Apokoronas

In Apokoronas .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Agios Nikolaos Fort and Samonas Cave. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Samonas Olive Tree and Kalyves Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Samonas Cave - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Kalyves Beach - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Almyrida Beach - 16 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Port of Souda - 22 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Nea Chora Beach - 31 min drive - 18.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elena Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taverna Aptera - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mythos - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tzitzikas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Road Despina - ‬8 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.

Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities

Villa Aridane is located in the small village of Melidoni in the Apakoronas region of Western Crete. Set in picturesque countryside with olive groves and views of the White Mountains, the house is close to the region's beautiful beaches, traditional villages and lively markets. Here you can enjoy authentic Crete in an idyllic setting - an ideal place to relax and explore!

The villa is built from traditional quarry stone and offers plenty of space for four people with two bedrooms, a living room, large balcony and terrace.

On the ground floor are the kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom and guest toilet with shower. The living room and the very large balcony are on the first floor. The first bedroom has a double bed. The second bedroom has two single beds. Both bedrooms have their own air conditioning and patio doors to the garden. The living room is on the first floor of the house and has two exits to the large balcony. From the balcony you have fantastic views of the White Mountains, the bay of Souda and the beach of Georgioupoli.

The house is surrounded by a beautiful garden. The terrace is just above the pool in front of the house. Next to the house there is a bricked barbecue. The pool is 4m*8m. In the cooler months it can be heated with a pool heater (pool heating on request, € 15.00 per 24 hours).

The villa has a solar hot water system and a photovoltaic system so that during the sunny summer months electricity and hot water are generated in an environmentally friendly way using only solar energy.

Bed linen, towels and pool towels are included in the price. The house is cleaned and linen changed every 4 days.

We invite you to visit our website www.ariadne-melidoni.com to see more photos and learn more about our villa and the area.

Please note that the Greek government has introduced a new levy, the Climate Resilience Levy, which is €15 per day per rental. We are obliged to collect this levy 2 weeks prior to your stay.

Melidoni is a small village with no bus connections. You will therefore need a hire car in any case.

Property manager

Susanne Keusgen

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Heated pool

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Living plant wall
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,130 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
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. This property uses solar energy.

Property Registration Number 00003035817

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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.4 mi (51-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.1 mi (21-min drive) from Kalyves Beach and 9.3 mi (27-min drive) from Blue Coast. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

Is there free parking at Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities to downtown Apokoronas?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Melidoni.

Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stone-built house in spectacular mountain location

My wife and I plus our son and his girlfriend stayed for several nights in mid Spring and loved it. Strategic mountain location for Chania and Rethymnon and also close to road over White Mountains to Sfakia. Driving the final stretch from Pemonia to Melidoni is quite hairy so do take care!! Beautifully managed by Susanne and photos fully do the house justice. Marvelous crockery set and great welcome package!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope S., Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene mountain getaway

We loved being away from it all but with adventures nearby.. beaches, hiking, biking, small villages with excellent dining and historical value. An excellent option after hopping from island to island for some downtime .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oswald the cat

Fantastic villa in a beautiful setting . Pool was amazing and very clean we swam everyday . Enjoyed the veranda at night watching the stars . The local cat was such lovely company too . Thanks Samantha and Jerry for making us so welcome .
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family holiday

Great property in a peacful and stunning location. Local shop just a short drive away, we were also able to visit local towns on the north and south coast of Crete. Fabulous tavernas close by made this a great holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleg R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful & Relaxing 5 Stars

Excellent property with extraordinary views of the magical white mountains Extremely clean and very well maintained throughout Beautiful private pool with several sun loungers and umbrellas Well appointed kitchen and BBQ area Air con in bedrooms, comfy beds for a great nights sleep Great communication with host There around surrounding villas but we never heard from them and it feels very private and quiet You need a car to get around, roughly 45min drive to Chania but there are many charming villages and beaches only a 20min drive away
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buck D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Place

There is something magical about relaxing by the pool while looking at the snow on the mountain peaks and then turning and seeing the Aegean in the distance. The hosts were wonderful and made us feel welcome without being obtrusive. The quiet at night was a peaceful respite after our time in Athens. We hope to return as the fates allow.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad Boyack B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Hosts, Beautiful Home

Beautifully located in the foothills of Crete, but close to villages where you can shop for food, go to beaches, or find a nice taverna with traditional food. It was the highlight of our trip to Crete!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous villa in stunning location

I highly recommend Villa Ariadne. Spotlessly clean on arrival with a very generous welcome pack of provisions. The location is wonderful with views of the mountains and of the coastline, and with a generous sized swimming pool. You could easily laze away the days without moving from the villa and have a peaceful and restorative holiday. However, it's also great as a base to explore the countryside and the coast - only approx 20 mins drive to the nearest beach and 10-15 to the main east-west road that takes you to other parts of the island (car is essential if staying here). Hosts very responsive if you need anything. Cannot fault anything about the stay - truly wonderful.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay in Crete

The property is beautiful, charming, and suited our group very well. Our hosts were friendly and helpful. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family holiday

We had a wonderful time staying at this beautiful villa. The location is truly magical. It was well equipped for families with great cot and high chair, also plastic cup/plate/bowls which was very helpful. A starter pack of ‘basics’ was also really helpful. Our daughter loved playing in the shallow walled off area of the swimming pool which she immediately claimed as hers. The owners were very responsive and helpful prior to the holiday, and lovely when we met them in Crete. Overall I would not hesitate to recommend this villa to anyone looking for a chilled holiday location.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob M., Warwick, UK.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as promised

We booked 10 days at Villa Ariadne, largely on the basis of previous reviewers' comments... They weren't wrong! The location (quiet, peaceful, relaxing, extraordinary views), the property itself (well equipped, tastefully furnished, thoughtful touches courtesy of the owners) and our hosts Samantha and Jerry (friendly, welcoming, helpful, unobtrusive) -- all lived up to the promise. Unquestionably 5 stars.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stone villa

Wonderful stone villa, very calm and quite place to relax surrounded by green spaces, far reaching views and beautiful pool. Very nice, friendly and helpful owners. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous villa

We had a fabulous holiday. The villa was just what we wanted. Situated in a quiet, beautiful setting with stunning views. The villa was perfect and well equipped. On arrival we were met by Samantha which was lovely. The little touches were thoughtful for example the welcome pack of food essentials, towels etc. You need a car to get about but we like that. Beach was 15 minutes away with lots of restaurants to choose from. The best part of the villa was definitely the pool kids loved. Would highly recommend, would certainly return
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K. M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Villa & Setting

We had a wonderful visit! Really enjoyed the view, pool, roof deck, local villages, nearby restaurants and evening walks in the surrounding hillside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

We had a wonderful time at this villa. Up in hills and away from it all you really get a feel for authentic western Crete. Easy to get to Chania, Chora Svakion etc but far enough away from the hustle and bustle to relax and enjoy the peaceful location. Pool was immaculate and the village Tavernas nearby were a joy. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

ray s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding Location for Tranquility, Views and Nature Walks

When researching potential villas, location was the prime consideration and this villa easily fulfilled that goal. It is peaceful - literally on the edge of wonderful countryside - great for nature walks - and has spectacular views south up to the mountains and north down to the coast. The villa itself is of a very high standard and well equipped. The pool is lovely. The owners were very welcoming friendly and helpful. They gave us good advice places to visit , activities, restaurants etc. (supplemented by further print form information a folder inside the villa) In conclusion, a first rate villa which is in a truly exceptional location for those looking for proximity to nature and great landscape views.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience

Great experience
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul B., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness

A True Oasis

The property had everything as promised in the listing. It is a lovely property
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carsten E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dejligt hus i bjerglandsby

SKønt beliggende hus med fantastisk udsigt og dejlige faciliteter. Sødt engelsk værtspar, der bor et par 100 m derfra.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynne E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful villa with stunning view

Our stay was wonderful. Jeremy and Sam are great hosts. They warmly welcomed us to the villa and gave us a tour. They told us about the area - where to find great restaurants, grocery stores and local sights to see. The villa is amazing with a beautiful view of the mountains. It has plenty of outdoor space for relaxing and a beautiful pool. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judi C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic location

We enjoyed a wonderful relaxing week, swimming in the pool and exploring local countryside. The villa has everything that you need, and Stavros gave us lots of useful advice when we arrived on where to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil haven

Exceptional clean villa in beautiful, peaceful surroundings with home from home amenities. A car is essential for visiting this beautiful island. Lovely tavernas in nearby villages. The owner provided lots of recommendations for places to eat and visit. The host Stravos was very informative recommending places to visit. Fabulous pool a must for a very hot 10 day stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fred H., Cambridge, UK

Excellent base for exploring western Crete and the White Mountains.

Great for hiking the White Mountains.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Beautiful" Away from it all" location

A beautifully appointed villa with lots of space and amazing views. Access is not for the faint hearted, especially in the dark..... we avoided local hedgehog, polecat, sheep and assorted kittens. You definitely need a manual gearbox on your vehicle to cope with the steep bendy roads. Best local taverna is in Vamos -about 10 km away. Despite the cloudy, wet weather we found sun everyday- Look on www.poseideon.gr. Also it is up to 10C cooler at the villa than at the coast..... this created some wardrobe dilemmas! Stravros is a mine of information from weather, shopping and beaches to appropriate driving styles. We had a lovely time packingin a trip to Elafonisi, Chora Sfakion, Knossos, Hania, Kalyves and the last day on the Akratiri peninsula where we visited wonderful monastries and beautiful sunny beaches (at Stravros), having checked out in rain at Melidoni and wondered how to spend the time until our 22.30 flight. You can still be on the beach 20 minutes before check-in opens. We used maps and Waze to find our way around but.... follow the written instructions from Samantha and Jeremy to the villa, otherwise you might end up on your way to the Melidoni caves towards Iraklion, if we had not overuled our tech savy daughter!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

A beautiful property, in a wonderful location

We had a wonderful week in this beautiful property. The house (and its garden/pool) were perfect, and the location was delightful (we enjoyed walking up into the hills/mountains directly from the house). We would highly recommend this property and very much hope to return for a holiday here ourselves in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018