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Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town

Vacation home near Old Venetian Harbor in Chania

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A narrow street with buildings on both sides, balconies with potted plants, and a truck parked on the side.
A room with two wooden chairs with red cushions, a white table with a bowl of fruit, and a window with decorative iron bars.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee maker, a toaster, a sink, and a dishwasher.
A bedroom with a wooden staircase, a bed with a pink bedspread, two chairs, a window, and an open door leading to a balcony.
A narrow street with buildings on both sides, balconies with flower pots, and a parked vehicle.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 5700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Χανιά, Crete
  • Place, Old Venetian Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chania Lighthouse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chania Central Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chania

Old Town Chania stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Old Town Chania vacation home, you'll find Old Venetian Harbor and Nea Chora Beach. Byzantine & Postbyzantine Collection and Maritime Museum of Crete are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Old Venetian Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Maritime Museum of Crete - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chania Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chania Central Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nea Chora Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Remezzo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Άρωμα - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Συντριβανι Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lithos - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town

Live like a local in this pretty town house in the heart of Chania Town. With its whitewashed walls, bright blue shutters and wrought-iron balcony, Archondisa stands out from the crowd in what is already a picturesque street. From its street-facing balcony you can watch the bustling crowds go about their business. Or, if you’d rather, head to the Venetian-style home’s rooftop terrace simply furnished with sunbeds and a parasol. There you’re rewarded with a 270 degree view of the village, mountains and harbour.

Inside, Archondisa’s charm continues with its mix of antique-style beds, traditional furnishings and mix of wood and marble floors. The ground floor features a living room, fireplace, basic kitchenette and shower room. There are steep stairs to the second level twin bedroom, the third floor double bedroom and roof terrace. Since the house is in the heart of Chania’s plant-pot strewn streets, it’s only a three-minute walk to the local tavernas. And the beach and harbour, which is ringed with cafés and restaurants, is a 15-minute walk away.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1042Κ13000570900

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.4 mi (36-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 14-minute walk from Nea Chora Beach and 12-minute walk from Koum Kapi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town to downtown Chania?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Chania.

Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay

Great location. Wonderful Roof Terrace. During the stay Antonis was easy to communicate with and very helpful
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location within the Old Town Walls. Plenty of restaurants nearby. Went to nearby supermarket for breakfast supplis. Greeted by the host, given wine, water and a fruit bowl. Happily recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant house

Fantastic house, only downside was kitchen facilities limited . Had a great stay thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun on the main drag

Our host met us at night after our very delayed arrival and led us personally up the street to our place where we found a full bowl of fresh fruit and a nice bottle of wine. He directed us to a grocery and gave a few recommendations for dining out. One evening we had a happy hour on the street with our friends and met friendly strangers there on the street. It is a FUN, central location in a cute Venetian architectural village. Thumbs Up!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very cute and clean but noisy

We thought this place was adorable and it was very clean, which we appreciated. The location for convenience sake cannot be beat - so close to EVERYTHING. Unfortunately, being so close to everything means it was very difficult for all four of us to sleep. People walking on the streets below were so loud until about 11 at night that it sounded as though they were IN the apartment with us. There were cat fights either on the roofs or in the streets at night and those were loud too. Also, not in regards to location, but the floors creak so badly in both bedrooms that if any one of us got out of bed in the night to move around at all, it woke everyone else in the house up. There’s no way for the people staying on the 3rd floor bedroom (double bed) to go downstairs to the bathroom at night without creaking across the floors and walking through the 2nd story bedroom (thus waking everyone up). It’s unfortunate, because the house has a lot of charm and is very cute. Maybe if we had all had earplugs… Also, the bathroom was a bit tricky. Very clean when we arrived, but the toilet seemed to leak a bit at the base and it was impossible to keep the shower water from leaking out, so the marble floor was wet and slick all the time. The heat pump in the 2nd floor bedroom never seemed to work, so it got a bit chilly at night (we were in Chania the first week of May and the sun didn’t really come out). Complimentary fruit and wine upon arrival were very nice!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Antonios est un super hôte. Hebergement idéal à deux pas du centre ville.Merci à lui
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Über den Dächern von Chanias Altstadt ...

... konnten wir abends auf der Dachterrasse bei angenehmer Temperatur den Rundblick und die Atmosphäre des Viertels bei dem vom Vermieter geschenkten Wein und Obst genießen. Mit gemütlicher Wohnküche im EG und je einem Schlafraum im 1. und 2. OG , jeweils mit Balkon, war genug Platz für uns. Morgens mussten wir etwas tapfer sein, weil die Warmwasserbereitung durch das Solarmodul auf dem Dach etwas träger war als wir. So konnten wir erfrischt zum Frühstück in einem der Lokale der Straße aufbrechen.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

Very good stay. Many restaurants, bars and shopping within walking distance. Very clean place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great neighborhood!

The property was exactly what we expected, and the neighborhood was darling. Restaurants and shops for blocks. It could get a little noisy late at night, but overall was a fun experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Chania

Perfect stay in Chania, the owner Antonis was there to great us. The house is in an ideal location walking distance to anything in a lovely little street with numerous restaurants and shops. It was just me and my wife but would be prefect for a family or two couples.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Thank you Antonis for this very nice stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location

Amazing spot in old town Chania. Awesome roof top patio to watch the sunsets and so close to the harbour. Loved the house! Like stepping back in time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chania apartment

Perfect apartment in the old town. Close to everything, it was very clean and had all the amenities we needed. The roof top patio was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pleasant old town appartment

We enjoyed our stay at Villa Archondisa. The apartment is nice with a great location and nice roof terrace to enjoy our coffee in the sun.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

4 great weeks

Just returned from 4 glorious weeks in this lovely property set in the Old Town. Well situated to see all the endless attractions of Chania and Neo Chora beach is only 10 mins away. The owner Antonis is excellent both in booking process but being available throughout our stay.He even arranged our airport transfers. Really recommend this property as a base in this unique part of Crete
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

I had a great stay at this house

Everything was just fine for me, the host is very professional and welcoming, we had good communication before and during my stay, he even picked me up at the local airport (a nice bonus as I was a first guest in the season:). The house is greatly located, everthing is close and a walking distance. And the terrasse makes that bit extra for a happy stay! I recomend this place as it's full of character and in a great location, also a great value for money. Perhaps the kitchen and bathroom are simple, but that is a part of the charm!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2016