In Apokoronas .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Dourakis Winery and 6 miles (10 km) of Kalyváki with a stay here. Georgioupolis Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lake Kournas is within 9 miles (15 km).
Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Poseidon Fish Tavern - 10 min drive
Summertime Beach Bar - 10 min drive
Maza Cafeneion - 16 min walk
Dourakis Winery - 14 min walk
Προγούλης - 5 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 Artemis
Built on three levels, Villa Artemis provides ideal accommodation for larger families with a generous living area and air conditioning throughout. Each of the first floor bedrooms has its own balcony, providing a little privacy along with the stunning views. Sitting on a terraced hillside in a remarkably peaceful setting, near the tiny village of Maza, Villa Artemis enjoys superb, panoramic views over green and verdant olive groves and rolling wooded countryside to the distant vivid blue sea.
Location
Vrisses, just 3kms away, has a good choice of mini markets, a renowned baker, and tempting Greek pastry shop as well as a choice of tavernas where you can dine beside the little gushing stream which runs down the leafy valley. In the tiny village of Maza just 1.3km down the hill, Costas Taverna has become quite an institution in Crete and is very well reviewed on Trip Advisor and a long term favourite with guests staying in Villa Artemis.
The pretty small resort of Georgioupolis with its wonderful long sandy beach and a huge selection of tavernas is approximately 15 mins drive.
Outside Villa Artemis
Swimming pool - 9m x 4m swimming pool with roman step entry, 0.60cm then sloping down to depth of 1.80m.
Sunbathing terrace - sunbeds, sofa set, umbrellas and shower.
Garden - Lawn area, terraces of olive trees with steps to front entrance and terraced flower beds with sloped access to pool area and rear entrance.
Covered Dining Terrace - table and chairs with electric awning.
Barbecue House - BBQ, sink with tap, table and chairs.
3 first floor balconies - each first floor bedroom has a balcony furnished with chairs and table.
Inside Villa Artemis
Open Plan Ground floor Living area
Sitting area – Two comfy sofas and easy chairs, Smart TV with satellite (limited channels/news only), DVD player, double doors opening to the covered dining terrace and garden. Air Con Unit.
Dining Area - Wooden table and seating for six, Cretan sofa, entrance door to terraced garden.
Kitchen Area - Wooden fitted cupboards, double sink, electric oven with ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, espresso maker (Nespresso original capsules) and fridge freezer. Window above the sink to the garden.
Single bedroom - Single bed with Cocomat mattress, fitted wardrobes, high windows to side. Air con unit.
Shower room - Walk-in shower, hand basin and WC.
First Floor
Double bedroom - 1 double bed with Cocomat mattress, fitted wardrobe, double doors to balcony with table and chairs and views of the pool and down the valley to the sea. Air con unit.
Twin bedroom – 2 single beds with Cocomat mattresses, fitted wardrobes and double doors to a balcony with table and chairs and views of the pool and down the valley to the sea. Air con Unit.
Double bedroom - 1 double bed with Cocomat mattress, fitted wardrobe and double doors to balcony with table and chairs and views over the olive terracing, window to the view down the valley to the sea. Air con Unit.
Family bathroom - Bath with shower over, hand basin, WC and washing machine.
Second Floor
Double bedroom - in the eaves of the Villa, with curtained doorway, low level double bed, easy chair, low level circular windows down the valley to the sea. Air con unit.
Housekeeping
Your Villa will be prepared for you on arrival with fresh bath and hand towels and all beds made up.
For stays of 7 nights or more - house towels will be changed every 3 - 4 days.
For stays of 14 nights or more - bed linen will be changed every 7 days.
Pool/beach towels - one per person for the duration of your stay.
Parking - There is ample parking space next to the Villa off the lane.
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,067 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Checkin 16:00-00:00
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 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. 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 1237306
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.
Property is also known as
Villa Artemis Apokoronas
129614
Villa Artemis Private vacation home
Villa Artemis Private vacation home Apokoronas
Frequently asked questions
How close is Villa Artemis to the airport?
This villa is 28.1 mi (51-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Villa Artemis have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is Villa Artemis to the beach?
This villa is 6.2 mi (18-min drive) from Georgioupolis Beach and 5.7 mi (19-min drive) from Kalyváki. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Villa Artemis offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Villa Artemis?
No, there is no casino at this villa.
What time is check-in at Villa Artemis?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Villa Artemis?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Villa Artemis have a pool?
Yes, there's a pool.
Does Villa Artemis have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this villa.
How close is Villa Artemis to downtown Apokoronas?
This villa is 0.2 mi away from Filippos.
Villa Artemis Reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Monica
Oct 25, 2024
Villa Artemis - Crete
Excellent villa, beautifully private, very well maintained. Would definitely book again.
We (family of 5 adults) had a fantastic, relaxing break in this lovely, secluded villa - beautiful views, well-equipped inside and outside. Brilliant location, good access to north and south-west coasts, variety of activities within reasonable distance. An abundance of local restaurants, food amazing! Will definitely be returning!
Maureen S.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ROGER
Jul 3, 2025
Perfect peaceful location
Everything was as hoped for.Peaceful.Great location in mountains. Georgioupolis and Kalvyes both very accessible by car.45 minute drive to South of Crete highly recommended .Villa spacious and Pool and facilities in Villa perfect.
More shady areas outside in Front of villa in morning.
ROGER
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Roderick
Jul 7, 2023
Spectacular Rural Location
It’s position , private , good views, but very accessible
A heater …!! ( the first 3 nights were extremely cold and wet !)
This was a beautiful and spacious property. Magnificant views. The pool was large. Property is well maintained and appointed.Lots of seperate outside seating areas around the house to take yourself off to read in private. We made lots of use of the outside bbq and dining area each evening. No hesitation in recommending.
Tom Xavier
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary
May 17, 2022
Perfect retreat
If you want to have comfort in a rural but not remote part of Crete, then Villa Artimis is superb. It is spacious and well-equipped with a large pool and garden, and good views across the valley.
Over the years we have made a few suggestions, but none this time as we think it's just right!!
Mary
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David
Oct 25, 2024
Spacious and comfortable
Villa Artemis is the ideal base for exploring this part of Crete. Large sandy beaches less than 15 minutes away and we even drove over the mountains to visit the south coast in just over an hour! The villa is spacious and comfortable with beautiful views over the surrounding hills - great for star gazing in the evenings. The swimming pool is large and a great place to cool off from the summer heat! Location is very private and just 5 mins in the car from Vrisses. We had an excellent stay!
No comment - our stay was perfect
David
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary
Jul 7, 2023
Many Happy Returns
We have stayed at Villa Artemis many times and always loved it. The position is excellent with wide views across the valley and easy access to both the sea and the mountains. Highly recommended!
Bathroom facilities are not good for a property of this size. Could the downstairs be made into a 'wet room'? and a proper separate shower installed in the upstairs?I know that families with small children like to have a proper bath, but relatively few adults bath now, so perhaps a really good shower and a smaller bath (or a shower with a deep base which little ones would find fun!).
Mary
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura
Jul 5, 2022
The Perfect Greek Getaway
We absolutely loved staying at the Villa Artemis. The grounds were beautiful with amazing views. The pool was a really good size and the poolside furniture was really comfortable and just right! Everything was very clean and well equipped. Nearby Vrysses had all the basics covered for supplies and we loved the relaxed countryside. We found lots of things to do in the surrounding areas. Lovely beach down at Georgioupolis, Chania old port, Kournas lake. Gorgeous little hillside villages with roaming goats and family tavernas. The bedding was clean and crisp and we loved all of the balconies. The furniture was comfortable and it was great to have the BBQ area. It felt like a real oasis. The situation of the villa is particularly wonderful too, outdoors is completely private just overlooking the olive groves and that panoramic view.
It is hard to find fault. It would be good to have more plastic plates,cups, bowls for eating outdoors and around the pool.
More pool toys (lilos, floats etc) would have been good with the kids. It would be nice to have some games to play indoors and inside. A better recycling system would be really good. Separate labelled bins to show what goes where would've been useful.