Escape to the charming village of Aptera and unwind at Palace / Mountain view, a 19th-century stone house with a big private garden & pool. This fully equipped home features two bedrooms, an air-conditioned living room, and a kitchen perfect for preparing any meal. Fast WiFi connection is available throughout the premises.
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5
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Pool
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
PALACE / Mountain view
I would love to welcome you to my beautiful and picturesque village to rediscover the simple pleasures of life as a true proud local does.
Would be my pleasure to help you organize your vacation and even recommend you some non-touristic local places worth the visit!, to make your stay pleasant and unforgettable.
I will be available to answer any questions referring to your stay or help you with local info, activities and services. No question is too little or too much.
Come and stay at the verge of the ancient town Aptera, in a peaceful ambient traditional village where the warmth of true Cretan hospitality (Philoxenia) is at its peak. surrounded by archeological ruins and castles, the land of the Minoans which is believed to be the first civilization in western Europe thanks to its strategic location protected by extensive Cyclopean walls and its famous Souda Bay harbors, proved to be ideal and it contributed to its becoming the most important commercial and political center of Western Kreta.
Built in the 19th Century,"Palace / Mountain view" is a charming, sunny, spacious (2) two bed room fully equipped stone house with a big private garden & pool located in a safe & quiet picturesque village 10min drive from sandy beach. Naturally fortified with panoramic Mountain View of Chania, suitable for Families, couples or a group of 5 friends.
Fully renovated (April 2018) personally by the host with much love, care and attention to detail with the purpose of providing a pleasurable experience & a perfect escape.
This cozy, pleasant very sunny stone house can host up to five (5) persons with comfort, where every detail is taken care of, with our guests in mind in a seamless blend of authenticity, tradition with a modern twist and comfort, fully equipped to meet all the present amenities with access to a big private sunny back yard and garden of wide varieties of colorful flowers and trees, to facilitate for your worry free vacation while enjoying a refreshing drink and absorbing the warmth of Cretan sun in a pleasurable and absolute relaxing vibe that is unique to Chania.
This House consists of two (2) bedrooms, a spacious air conditioned master bedroom with a queen size bed, hanging rack and dressers, with a magnificent mountain view and a beautiful personally designed garden that was handed down from generations.
A Big air conditioned living room where you can spend fun quality times consisting of two large sofa beds, tv, a sitting area with chairs and handmade table, next to which is the second separate bed room with a sofa bed that doubles as another sitting area if you desire.
A private bathroom with a bath tub and all the basic toiletries provided, next to it is a separate laundry room where you can find extra towel sets, bed linens, covers, First Aid Kit and accessories such as hair dryer, iron and ironing board, Baby cot and high chair (upon request) and more.
A fully equipped kitchen including dishes and cooking appliances both small and large for preparing any meal, snack or beverage you feel like.
Fast WiFi connection for free throughout the premises
All in all No clutter no fuss, simply a clean modern design with traditional handmade creations and carpets
Each space is fully renovated with brand new accessories and all essentials & toiletries are provided for our guests!
Available Free public street Parking.
THE OUTSIDE PREMISES
Big Part of the charm to this house is that is has access to a lovely spacious private sunny court yard and the private pool, ideal for sunbathing or for the kids to run free and play or even have a refreshing drink while enjoying the magical Chania sunset.
Let’s not forget the private beautiful garden immerging with various local flowers, plants and trees, providing a perfect escape from the buzzing city center, giving off a natural warm and relaxing vibe.
At the premises you can find Variety of Trees such as Figs, Lemons, Olives, Almonds, Loquat fruits, Apples, Pomegranates, Peaches, Indian fig Opuntia (Cactus) and more that you can pick from, of course all this is subject to availability, season and maturity.
Most convenient transportation to reach the house is by car which is also preferable as 1km away you have access to the national highway, making Chania a good starting base to visit the must see attractions of Crete.
In the village you can find 3 traditional taverns and a mini market less than 8 minute walk away.
Nearest Sandy beach is 10 minute Drive away (Kiani Akti)
Also a nearby village which is located next to the sea is Kalyves which is 13 minute drive away with supermarket, bank (ATMs), Post Service, Fish Taverns, Cafeterias and more.
Other DISTANCES 7km from Souda port, 13 minutes by car 16km from City Center, 25 minutes by car 16km from Old Town, 25 minutes by car 16km from Old Harbor, 25 minutes by car 21km from Chania's airport, 25 minutes by car 13km from General Hospital of Chania, 17 minutes by car 16km from Central Bus Station, 25 minutes by car
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: WiFi
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Stovetop
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
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)
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
Pets not 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
Property Registration Number 00000186628
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
About the neighborhood
Located in Chania, this villa is in the mountains. Port of Souda and Old Venetian Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Golden Beach and Nea Chora Beach. Greek National Football Museum and Maritime Museum of Crete are also worth visiting. Visit our Chania travel guide
Situated in the mountains, this villa is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Ancient City of Aptera and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Souda Bay. Kalami Beach and Kiani Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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