City center stay.You'll find Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos and Marina Beach within 3 miles (5 km) of this apartment. Gouves Beach and Dinosauria Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
Crete Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
Star Beach Water Park - 9 min drive - 6.6 miles
Port of Hersonissos - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles
Malia Beach - 18 min drive - 13.9 miles
Getting around
Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Crazy Beach Bar - 4 min drive
The Island Bar & Restaurant - 4 min drive
Pallatium Hotel - 3 min drive
Filema Bar & Restaurant - 6 min drive
Limanaki - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach
Villa Athena is located in Kato Gouves, inside a big olive grove and 10 minutes away from the beach. The property consists of a traditional villa, a stone studio, two apartments and two maisonettes. There are two identical apartments next to each other, which you can rent together if you like. The stylish apartment is 65 sq.m. (700 sq. feet), with a spacious outdoor area and a magnificent garden, full of colors, fragrances and local flora. The combination of mild climate and comfort, together with the surrounding olive grove creates a tranquil and relaxing environment, ideal for families and couples. The apartment has two big rooms. The first one consists of the living room and the kitchen. The living room is spacious and has also a couch that can be turned into a bed for one person. In the living room you can also find comfortable chairs, tables and a fireplace. The kitchen is open, with an oven, stoves, coffee machine and all the necessary amenities and utensils of a modern kitchen. Τhe bathroom is comfortable with a bathtub and a shower. In the next room there is the bedroom, with a big double bed for 2 people. We can also provide an extra folding bed for a fourth person. So, the house can host a total of 4 people. There is also a closet, drawers and a LCD TV. There is also a storage room inside the bedroom where you can find the laundry machine, the ironing board and where you can store your luggage. The outdoors of the property is absolutely amazing. A well preserved garden, with a barbecue facility and a traditional stone-oven to prepare delicious meals. A lot of tables with colorful chairs and big sun umbrellas with sunbeds are there to help you relax under the Cretan sun. All this setting is surrounded by our family's century old olive grove, that gives the property a traditional Cretan touch. After all, Cretan olive oil is considered to be the best extra virgin olive oil in the world. The area is open and spacious, perfect for a family with children, in order for the kids to play and be close to nature's environment. Finally, the view towards the sea, the olive grove and the hills around is relaxing, while a walk towards the sea is 10 minutes away. The parking space of the property can easily fit up to five cars.
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
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at noon
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
Rules
- Guests are requested to take the trash to the bins on the main road, since there are no garbage bins outside the property\n- Guests are requested to close the A/C's once they leave the house\n- Guests are requested to make reasonable use of towels and linens
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
Children are welcome.
Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 1048250
We should mention
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed USD 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
Elegant Apartment Beach Iraklio
Elegant Close To The Gouves
Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach Gouves
Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach Apartment
Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach Apartment Gouves
Elegant The Hersonissos
Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach Apartment
Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach Hersonissos
Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach Apartment Hersonissos
Frequently asked questions
How close is Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach to the airport?
This apartment is 10.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach to the beach?
This apartment is 10 mi (20-min drive) from Stalis Beach and 2 mi (10-min drive) from Marina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach ?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach ?
Check-in begins at noon.
Is there free parking at Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach ?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach to downtown Hersonissos?
This apartment is 4.3 mi away from Hersonissos.
Elegant Apartment Close To The Beach Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Nick C.
Sep 21, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Anthena
We can’t emphasis enough how we throughly enjoyed our stay at Villa Athena, a very peaceful and beautiful location. Gouves is a 25 minute walk away, with a small sandy bay. There are plenty of places to eat and drink, and little local shops any anything else you may require. We would highly recommend this property
Nick C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Gerhard R.
Nov 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lage
Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Tankstelle, Zugang zur Schnellstraße und zum Strand mit dem Auto schnell erreichbar, trotzdem super ruhig, außer: Einflugschneise Flughafen, insbesondere morgens reger Verkehr. Hat uns aber weniger gestört, als zunächst befürchtet. Nachmittags nicht beurteilbar, da wir da immer unterwegs waren. Während unseres Aufenthalts war nachts von ca. 23:00 Uhr bis morgens ca. 9:00 Uhr kein Flugverkehr, wirklich Totenstille. Wer sich daran nicht stört so wie wir, super Unterkunft.
Gerhard R.
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gildas P.
Jul 8, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Très bonne prestation
Villa très agréable à l'ombre des oliviers, bien équipée, bien située la plage à pied est à 700m. Super séjour
Gildas P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
8/10 Good
Claudeci Maria J.
Oct 2, 2018
Große gemütliche FeWo
Die Anlage liegt etwas versteckt (und somit schwierig zu finden) zwischen Olivenhainen. Es gibt zwar keinen tollen Ausblick und der Ort war auch nicht unser Ding, aber die Anlage ist als Basislager sehr zu empfehlen. Alles funktionierte problemlos, sowohl die Wohnung, als auch der Außenbereich sind sehr gepflegt.
Claudeci Maria J.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Inga R., Germany
Oct 23, 2017
Kleine Oase in der Nähe von Heraklion
Dieses moderne, komfortable und sehr saubere Ferienapartment liegt in einem wunderbaren, sehr großen und äussert gepflegten Garten. Hängematte, eine schöne Terrasse unter Bougainvillen und Außengrill luden ein, die meiste Zeit im Freien zu verbingen. Die Haushälterin empfing uns herzlich und hatte uns bereits vorab alle wichtigen Infos zukommen lassen, so dass wir diese wunderbare Oase problemlos fanden. Zum Strand im kleinen Naturschutzpark sind es nur wenige Schritte, herrliche Buchten wie die bei Malia schnell per Auto erreichbar und das Apartment ist ein perfekter Ausgangsort, um die Sehenswürdigkeiten sowie Küsten Kretas in Tagestouren kennenzulernen.
Wir verbrachten in der Villa Athena eine wundervolle, erholsame Woche und können dieses Feriendomizil nur wärmstens empfehlen. Danke, insb. an Emmanuoela.
Inga R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Crisrina C.
Aug 27, 2017
Bellissimo appartamento
Bellissimo appartamento, confortevole e spazioso.ci ho soggiornato per un mese con la mia famiglia con due bambini e tutto è stato veramente comodo:lavatrice, uno sgabuzzino dove mettere le valigie e una grande e spaziosa camera da letto.la cucina ha tutte le stoviglie ed elettrodomestici. ottime le rifiniture, dalle luci del giardino all aria condizionata(1 in camera e una nel salone) che funziona benissimo alle zanzariere alle finestre.buono il wifii anche se un po lento.il giardino è curatissimo e con grilli e cicale. Buona la posizione della casa, immersa in una oliveta a pochi minuti di auto (indispensabile) dal supermarket e dalla spiaggia (che non è raggiungibile a piedi come invece indicava l annuncio, serve l auto). La proprietaria Emanuela gentilissima, tutte le sere veniva a chiederci se ci occorresse qualcosa .peccato il mare sempre molto mosso(30giorni di onde).