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Elpidis Villa

Clothing-optional vacation home with balcony in Faistos

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Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated
Lobby sitting area
Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 10161 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Kokkinos Pyrgos, Faistos, Heraklion, 70200
  • Popular LocationPalace of Phaistos9 min drive
  • Popular LocationAgia Triada10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPhaistos12 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)64 min drive

Room options

Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 10

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About the neighborhood

Faistos

Seaside stay .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Agia Triada and Museum of Cretan Ethnology. Central Court and Palace of Phaistos are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Palace of Phaistos - 9 min drive
  • Agia Triada - 10 min drive
  • Phaistos - 12 min drive
  • Caves of Matala - 20 min drive
  • Beach of Matala - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Apnea - 13 min drive
  • Taverna Potamida - 13 min drive
  • Κήπος - 13 min drive
  • Kostas" psitopwleio - 3 min drive
  • Άμμος - 12 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.

Elpidis Villa

Clothing-optional vacation home with balcony in Faistos
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Elpidis Villa. Free self parking is available.
  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2015
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Elpidis Villa offers 4 accommodations with minibars and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English, German, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared microwave
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: EUR 7 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Hair salon
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Bicycle parking on site
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Bicycle storage on site
  • Boat tours on site
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Scooter/moped rentals on site
  • Water skiing on site
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 4 units
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Built in 2015
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 7 for adults and EUR 7 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Diners Club.

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.
  • Please note that clothing is optional at Elpidis Villa.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Elpidis Villa House Faistos
Elpidis Villa House
Elpidis Villa Faistos
Elpidis Villa
Elpidis Villa Guesthouse Faistos
Elpidis Villa Guesthouse
Elpidis Villa Faistos
Elpidis Villa Private vacation home
Elpidis Villa Private vacation home Faistos

Frequently asked questions

How close is Elpidis Villa to the airport?

Elpidis Villa is 42.6 mi (64-min drive) away from the Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Elpidis Villa have an airport shuttle?

Elpidis Villa offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Elpidis Villa to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.3 mi (19-min drive) from Komos Beach and 10.2 mi (27-min drive) from Beach of Matala. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Elpidis Villa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Elpidis Villa, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 7 for adults and EUR 7 for children.

Is there a casino at Elpidis Villa?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Elpidis Villa?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Elpidis Villa?

This vacation home offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Elpidis Villa have a pool?

Elpidis Villa features an outdoor pool.

Does Elpidis Villa have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages and mani/pedis.

How close is Elpidis Villa to downtown Faistos?

Elpidis Villa is 6.5 mi away from Faistos.

Elpidis Villa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James, Exeter England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little Gem in Southern Crete
It was going to be our first trip to Crete.We were sceptical at first when we read the reviews, could anywhere be that good ? but we can confirm, YES Wow ! Wow ! Wow ! A-MAZ-ING.Well done Elpidis you are a star. The Breakfasts are fantastic and not to be missed. Your host Elpidis attention to detail is second to none and that's what makes the breakfasts a personal experience. His personal touch and friendship extends to every aspect of your stay. Willing to offer help and advice 24hrs a day. The rooms are immaculate , and this extends to the outside too. The pool is crystal clear and the grounds are spotless and well maintained. And not to be missed is the barbeque night, at which we had a great time meeting his family and the other guests , fabulous Idea by our host ! All in all a great place to stay with an authentic Greek atmosphere and that personal touch. We highly recommend it for couples of all ages .And its ideally placed to visit all the other places of interest in the south of the island.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

John, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice B&B near beach
The B&B is sort of a hotel, but the the 2:00 pm check in time is firm because of the owner's schedule. The modern building is beautifully finished, comfortable, and absolutely spotless. The owner/operator is very solicitous about his guests and clearly takes great pride in his establishment. The location is about 5 minutes from a beautiful cobble beach with good swimming, in among some small farms. Very quiet. Nice tavernas at the beach. Easy parking. The building is a bit tricky to find, so look at GoogleMaps for the location, and follow the small hotel signs by the approach roads.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Yaniv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Great hospitality
Great hospitality. The room and food is not for my cup of tea.

10/10 Excellent

David, north west UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent villa, good base for south Crete
This is a very good base for the beaches in the south of Crete. The owner and host is excellent, providing an excellent level of service and attention to detail with a personal touch little matched elsewhere. From the breakfast, which is individually prepared, to the personal interaction and laid back approach, it all lends itself to a relaxing holiday. The villa was recently built, and to a very high standard. It's an easy walk to the local beach, but I had hired a car and was interested in experiencing several of the local beaches. There are several within an easy drive of the villa, although some of the Cretan roads provide an element of excitement. With only a week on the island I wished I'd had more time to simply stay at the villa and spend the day round the pool.

10/10 Excellent

billex, Brecon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our new favourite place to stay!
We have just returned from a glorious fortnight where we experienced Cretan hospitality at its best. Elpidis villa is family run and provides fantastic value for money as well as first class accommodation and attention. Standards in cleanliness were superb and breakfasts were very varied, consisting of the freshest local produce. The finish of this new property is of the highest quality and this all added to create Trily memorable experience. The location was just what we wanted being quiet, safe and not commercialised but offering a good range of tavernas where the standard of food was excellent and very good value for money. Having eaten in 10 of the tavernas, all provided excellent quality and staff are very helpful and friendly. Each taverna is responsible for a section of beach. They provide sunbeds and umbrellas for free as well as waiter service direct to your sunbed if you should so require. We would recommend that you hire a car in order to best enjoy this part of Southern Crete.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schönes Hotel in ruhiger Lage
Wir waren 14 Tage in der Elpidis Villa und haben uns dort sehr wohl gefühlt. Der Besitzer ist ein extrem freundlicher Mann, er hat sich fürsorglich um alles gekümmert. Seine selbst zubereiteten Frühstücke waren einfach super. Wer ruhige Tage im Urlaub verbringen möchte ist dort genau richtig. Ein Auto ist notwendig, wir haben von dort aus wunderbare Ausflüge und auch div. Wanderungen gemacht. Kleinere Cafes und Restaurants sind auch zu Fuß erreichbar, ebenso das Meer in wenigen Minuten.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

AIMAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great!
Our host was amazing! Everything was great! We recommand this place for its hospitality.

8/10 Good

serge, Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Villa moderne
Lorsque l'on arrive on découvre une villa de 2 étages très moderne et très bien aménagée au milieu des champs et des broussailles. La famille nous accueille de façon sympathique et le petit déjeuner est très copieux. Par contre si l'on veut découvrir les environ il faut être véhiculé, la plage et le village le plus proche sont à environ 2 km.

10/10 Excellent

Steinar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort