General Details

• Country: Greece
• Region: Crete
• Town: Almirida
• Property No: 105800
• Property Type: Villa
• Cost From: £655.00 Weekly
  
• Deposit: £0.00
• Breakages: £250.00
• Check In: 16.00
• Check Out: 10.00
• Added On: 08/10/2011 04:02:42

Facilities

• Bedrooms: 2
• Bathrooms: 2
• Sleeps: 6

Amenities

• Microwave
• Full cooker + 4 ring hob
• Private Pool - 7.2m x 3.7m. Depth 1.2m
• Fridge/freezer
• Kettle, coffee maker, toaster & juicer
• Washing machine
• Iron + ironing board
• Satellite TV (not SKY)
• DVD player
• CD player
• Playstation
• Hairdryer
• Safety deposit box
• BBQ & gazebo
• Air-conditioning - throughout
• Telephone (for emergency use & incoming calls only)

Owner Details

Please contact Crete Escapes - Janet Sti using contact details below.

Travel Services

Flights	Car Hire
Insurance	Ferries

View Disclaimer

Property Description

In a great location on the edge of Kokkino Chorio village and very popular with guests who return year after year, Villa Arianna is a detached, 2 bed/ 2 bath villa. It stands in a large private plot of approx 1,000m2 and has far reaching views of The White Mountains and sea views across Souda Bay to the Akrotiri peninsula.

Villa Arianna is air-conditioned throughout and is furnished in a bright, modern style.

The spacious ground floor accommodation consists of an open plan lounge/dining room and fully fitted kitchen. There is a ground floor shower room with wc, shower and wash handbasin. The lounge/diner has a large dining table with chairs to easily seat 6, an attractive open fireplace, two double sofa beds and extensive fitted cupboards for clothes storage (for guests occupying the sofa beds on the ground floor), occasional furniture housing the hi-fi system with a selection of CD?s, a TV with separate DVD player and for children, a playstation with a selection of games. Two sets of double doors open up from the lounge on to a shaded, covered terrace, the gorgeous sea views and then on to the pool terrace.

There are two bedrooms, one double and one twin, both of which are on the first floor. Both bedrooms are well furnished with hanging and drawer storage and both have direct access to a balcony with sea views. The family bathroom with bath, shower, wc and basin is on the first floor.

There is another 1st floor balcony which faces the mountains, this is a perfect sun trap and private retreat.

Outside, the gardens surrounding the villa are becoming well established with mature olive trees and a variety of flowers and shrubs, the garden is fenced and gated making it a safe haven for families with children. The private pool is surrounded by sun bathing terraces from where you can enjoy the lovely sea views to the front of the villa.

The villa has a magnificent stone built bbq and gazebo overlooking the sea offering guests the chance to cook and eat outdoors with some welcome shade from the heat of the day; at night the whole area can be lit creating a wonderful setting for BBQ's as the sun sets.

Private parking is provided within the gates of the plot and the villa is accessed from the parking area down a short flight of steps (with handrails) however for guests who do not feel comfortable negotiating steps, there is another pedestrian entrance which provides access without having to use the steps.

Villa Arianna is registered with and licensed for holiday rentals by the Greek Tourist Authorities (EOT). Licence number - 10 42 K 12 3K 03579 0 0

Villa Arianna is normally rented by the week, from Tuesday to Tuesday to fit in with the majority of flights from the UK to both Chania and Heraklion airports. Some flexibility in arrival/departure days is possible at this villa (depending on other bookings).

Prices quoted are in gbp sterling, per week, for up to 6 people (4 + 2) occupying the villa and are not per person. Prices include air- conditioning, all linen except for beach and pool towels and a welcome pack. Maid service and linen changes are weekly for 1 week stays and every 4 or 5 days for 2 week stays. There are NO hidden extras.

Special Offer - single couple discount of 20% at this villa except for July and August dates.

NB - breakages deposit - we take credit or debit card details and retain them as the damage deposit until after your return from holiday. If there are charges to be recovered we will contact you before charging your card.

If you want to book, please use the availability chart to check your dates and either complete the enquiry form (follow the link below) and submit it to us or call us. We will confirm the availability and send you a booking form; at the same time we will put the villa on hold for you for 48 hours to give you time to book your flights and complete the booking formalities. NB - we would advise you not to book your flights until we have confirmed that we are holding the villa for you.

Seasonal Pricing

Area Description

Almirida and Kalives are situated in the Apokoronas region to the east of Chania which is where most of our holiday villas are. Apokoronas is one of the most picturesque areas of the province of Chania with attractive villages dotted all around. The main village of the region is Vamos where you will find full facilities including a 24 hour health centre.

Quote from a client - August 2011 Highly recommend the Dream speedboat trip from Almyrida ? best day of the holiday vote by all (3 teenagers and 2 older!).

Quote from a client - June 2011 - "This is our first visit to Crete and we enjoyed every minute of it, it is such a beautiful island and Plaka is wonderful, very peaceful and relaxing with a good selection of tavernas in the square and a little supermarket for provisions - the man who owns it is very helpful!! Almyrida is lovely too with a bigger selection of tavernas, a great bakery and a lovely beach.

Quote from a client - September 2010 - "We loved Chania and recommend it. The drive south to Chora Sfakion is spectacular. Another great drive is to Georgioupolis via Kokkino Chorio with village after village unchanged by time. Sunday lunch in one of the tavernas in Gavalochori surrounded by Greek families enjoying each other's company was great fun."

Quote from a client - August 2010 - "Almirida has good beaches and tavernas. Great 2 hour trip with George on the Crete Dream rib around the coast to the Octopus bar and back - snorkelling included. Fabulous holiday. Many thanks."

Quote from a client - August 2010 - "Great beaches at Almirida, Kalives and Georgioupolis. Fab food at all the resorts, just follow the locals and you won't go far wrong".

The White Mountains dominate the area and provide a dramatic backdrop to the sandy beaches at Almirida and Kalives. In the last few years visitors from Northern Europe have become so enchanted with Apokoronas that many have bought homes here which has brought new life and tourist facilities to the area. This also means that there are now sophisticated and luxury villas available to rent in this part of Crete. Most of our properties are situated slightly inland, a little bit removed from the madding crowd, in the most sought after locations but with beaches and the sea close at hand.

The large bay that makes up the seaside resorts of Almirida and Kalives has many separate, safe, sandy beaches, usually with full facilities. Almirida, once a fishing village is now a thriving seaside resort. Tavernas and bars line the sea front. There are a couple of mini-markets, a bakery, patisserie, a wine shop and a newsagents. There is a windsurfing school, a scuba diving centre and boat trips are available with Captain Nick. Mountain bikes can be hired and there is also a small taxi rank. The Almirida Beach Hotel is open to non residents and has internet facilities as well as a 10 pin bowling lane. There is a limited bus service to Kalives and Chania. At the entrance to Almirida archaeologists discovered an ancient Mosaic which belongs to the 5th century. Other archaeological finds have been unearthed about 10 minutes away at Aptera, between Kalives and Chania.

Kalives is a working village as well as being a tourist destination so in addition to the beaches, tavernas, bars and tourist shops you will find many local shops as well as a fairly big supermarket of the INKA chain. Banking, post office, pharmacy and petrol station facilities are available in Kalives. There is a bus service to Chania.

Plaka ? approx 25 kms east of Chania and just above above Almirida; once a sleepy place of approx 250 inhabitants, Plaka has grown over the last few years as people have discovered its charms and moved into the area. You could come to Plaka for a holiday and never move out of the village because it has everything you need, a petrol station, well stocked mini markets, tavernas and a couple of bars that are popular with locals and tourists alike. The area around Plaka has so much to offer that it would be a shame not to explore the other local villages. There are many marked walks and pathways in the immediate area. Local transport and taxis are available in Almirida.

Kokkino Chorio - Just a few minutes drive up the hill from Plaka, Kokkino Chorio is famous for its part in the filming of Zorba The Greek; nearly all the village participated. Anthony Quinn is still talked about in the village kafenions!! There's a fine traditional taverna in the village square. The village boasts some of the most stunning views out to sea and has deservedly become a desirable location both for permanent residence and as a holiday destination. There is a glass blowing factory in the village with a shop and a café ? don?t forget to re-cycle your bottles.

Gavalochori - The historical village of Gavalochori is situated just a few kms inland from Almirida, on the road to Vamos and was named after the Byzantine family Gavalodon who lived there about 1200AD. The village has many old buildings which are being lovingly restored and make this village much sought after. In the centre of the village is a shop exhibiting traditional arts and crafts of the local women. There is also a folklore museum. Kafenion and tavernas edge the village square inviting you to sit and to pass the time away.

Walking in the area around Almirida and Kalives - there is a great deal to interest walkers in this lush area. Extending about 10 kms or so inland it is rich in olive and citrus groves, pasture lands and tiny hamlets rarely visited by tourists. In the spring-time, the fields, groves and tracks abound in an endless variety of flora including many species which are endemic to Crete. Keen birdwatchers will find a large number of local as well as migratory birds to see, ranging from tiny warblers to large buzzards and even the odd kite!

Accommodation Greece

Return to Property Search