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Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Gavalochori, Crete
  • Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori
    5 min walk
  • Almyrida Beach
    8 min drive
  • Kalyves Beach
    18 min drive
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    49 min drive

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About the area

Apokoronas

At this villa you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Almyrida Beach. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with satellite channels, and villa features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a TV with a DVD player are also available. Limited housekeeping is available.

What's nearby

  • Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Almyrida Beach - 8 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Kalyves Beach - 18 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Port of Souda - 21 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Georgioupolis Beach - 31 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Obrosgialos - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Elena Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Costanita - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tsunami - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thalami - ‬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.

Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views

Villa Aphrodite is a stone built villa in the traditional village of Gavalochori, 25km east of Chania Crete. Its unique architectural style is combined with modern facilities in order to provide an ideal environment for your holidays. Villa Aphrodite is completely autonomous with 250 m2 of living space on a 650 m2 plot of land. It offers complete privacy with its own parking space for one vehicle, private garden and pool. The villa can accommodate up to 7 guests (with the addition of one cot in one of the twin bedrooms). The nearest beach of Almyrida is 3km away while the nearest shops are 200m away.

Free WiFi coverage throughout the villa.

Beach towels are provided.

The pool operates from March 1 to October 30

Please note: No parties or loud music is allowed at the villa.

Cleaning Service: Price includes daily maid service (bathrooms and bedrooms only), change of towels and linen twice weekly (more often if requested) and general cleaning once weekly.

Catering Service, groceries delivery: We can arrange for daily delivery to the villa of meals of the finest Greek and local Cretan cuisine. We can also arrange groceries delivery from local supermarkets, butcher shop, fruit stands and bakery.

Further comments about the area:

The villa is located on a hillside in the village of Gavalochori in West Crete. Gavalohori is a traditional Cretan village situated in the Apokoron region about 3km inland from the coastal village of Almirida. Its location is 25 km east of Chania which takes about 20 minutes drive along the National Road. Gavalochori is an old historical village with approximately 500 residents which has retained its color and way of life. Several family run tavernas offer the visitor tasty dishes of Cretan cuisine. Near the small village square and within walking distance from the villa there is a coffee shop, a bakery, a mini mart, two tavernas and the Folk Art Museum. The surrounding area has several beautiful nature paths for walking or biking which lead either towards the sea or towards the White mountains. The coastal village of Almirida is less than 10 minutes driving distance. In Almirida you may find all basic facilities, such as a supermarket, pharmacy, post office, bakery, ATM, gas station and taxi service. It has a wonderful sandy beach with crystal clear water and a shallow section particularly suitable for small kids. This Blue Flag rated beach is organized with sun beds and umbrellas and sea sports services. There are several sea side tavernas and bars offering exquisite sea food and night entertainment. The large town of Chania of course offers the visitor a wider range of choices for shopping, dining and night life mostly centered around the old Venetian port. Some interesting monuments in Chania town are the covered Municipal Market, the Venetian fortifications, the Lighthouse, the Fortress of Firkas, the Mosque of Giali Tzamisi, the Arsenals, and the Othrodox Cathedral.

The villa can be used as a base for visiting several points of interest in the area:

3km to nearest beach of Almirida
10km to the exquisite beach of Georgoupolis and Kournas lake
25km to Chania town for shopping and night life
15km to seaside village of Kalives
20km to port of Souda
45km to Chania airport (code CHQ)
60km to Rethimno town
150km to Heraklion airport (code HER)
45km to the west coast beaches of Falassarna, Gramvousa and Balos
70km to south coast beaches of Elafonissi, Paleohora and Sougia
60km to Omalos Plateau and starting point of the Samaria Gorge

Property manager

Christos Skalkos

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1042Κ10003137501

We should mention

  • On-site 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

Aphrodite Luxury Villa Maid Service Sleeps 7 Gavalochori
Aphrodite Luxury Villa Maid Service Sleeps 7
Aphrodite Luxury Maid Service Sleeps 7 Gavalochori
Aphrodite Luxury Maid Service Sleeps 7
Aphrodite Luxury Villa Maid Service Sleeps 7 Gavalochori
Aphrodite Luxury Villa Maid Service Sleeps 7
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Aphrodite Luxury Villa Maid Service Sleeps 7
Aphrodite Luxury Maid Service Sleeps 7 Gavalochori
Aphrodite Luxury Maid Service Sleeps 7
Aphrodite Luxury Villa Private Pool Maid Service Sleeps 7
Aphrodite Luxury Villa Private Pool Maid Service Sleeps 7
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views?

The closest beach to Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views is Almyrida Beach (3.1 km).

Does Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views have a pool?

Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views has an outdoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a private pool and a jetted bath.

Is Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and an outdoor pool, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views?

No, but there is Jetted Baths and a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views?

No, Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views?

No, pets are not allowed.

Aphrodite - Apokoron Villa with Private Pool and Great Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spacious peaceful paradise
I stayed here with my adult son and after a little trouble finding it at night, we were thrilled with the size and privacy of the villa. With 3 double bedrooms it meant my son had the whole ground floor to himself. The living room and kitchen were huge and the vaulted wooden ceiling and wall to wall views over the White mountains very impressive. We were welcomed with fruit, beer and wine and I had requested some milk for morning tea, which was kindly provided too. All communication with Christos and Mrs Froso was speedy, friendly and helpful and Mrs Froso was a delight to meet and chat to a couple of times and she couldn't do enough for us, without being the least intrusive. She asked us to let her know when it would be convenient to clean, rather than just turning up and we appreciated that. We didn't use the dish washer as we mainly ate out and because there were only 3 mugs, although plenty of plates, glasses, cutlery etc. The fridge freezer was huge and kept things really chilled. The choice of cofee machine was great too. We loved the area around the pool for our more leisurely days and it felt quiet and secluded although on the edge of the village. It was great to have beach towels provided for a change. Gavalachori is a beautiful hillside Greek village with hiking trails. The walk down to the local shops and wonderful taverna was perfect and the short hill back up to the villa helped us walk off our feasting! The tranquil Venetian Wells site was very close by too
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Lower

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Crete experience
The property was just what we wanted. Comfortable, clean, private, good location, good amenities. The housekeeper was helpful, friendly and efficient. Great stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just superb
This is a luxurious villa in a lovely village which exceeded expectations. Our family had an amazing time exploring this region in the mornings then swimming / chilling in the the villa in the afternoons. Car probably essential. Almyrida beach (local) is really great for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth D., Cincinnati OH USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Get-away
Lovely get-away in charming village with nice tavernas. Nice pool. Extremely relaxing. Short drive to many places.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pippa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
We absolutely loved this place. Perfect for a family with grown up kids! Lots of space, easy to go out and eat and everything you need on your doorstep. But also private and quiet.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen s., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Lovely village location with great sunsets. Good pool that you can do some lengths in. Great comms with owner Christos and caretaker Mrs Froso. And lots of lovely local cats are a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property!
Highly recommended and a great helpful housekeeper. Only a 5 minute stroll down the hill to 2 great tavernas and 2 supermarkets.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig L., Esher

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this place
We loved this villa, particularly eating in the taverna close by then watching the sunset over the hills. It was roomy, clean, well-appointed. The pool and air-conditioning provided balance to the summer's heat. We'd come here again in a flash.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer family holiday August 2019
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the villa, having been warmly welcomed by the housekeeper. The villa was clean and well maintained. The villa set up was great for a family of 5 and we enjoyed days by the pool and nearby beaches. The terrace provided fantastic views, the local village had some great restaurants and bakery for morning supplies. The owner recommended some good restaurants. Note you do need a car and the walk from the village is steep.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shakila H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxury Villa for Discerning Travellers
This is not the place for you if you like mass tourism and crowds - set inside a small village near the mountains. Mrs Froso the housekeeper was super - showing up at 01:30 when we had water issues. The little village and the amazing restaurants - we had our best meals in the island at the restaurant. And the grocery and family just behind the bread store was amazing and had such a great selection of dairy and yoghurt products. The amazing pool and views. Only point is you really do need a car and this is not a stone’s throw from Chania and Reythymno - everything is long distances to drive. But if you’re happy to stay put in this beautiful villa and lovely pool and stock up on local groceries like we did, you’re set!

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous holiday location
Everything about our stay was fabulous. The villa was lovely with stunning views of the white mountains and beautiful sunsets. The village felt unspoilt with lovely restaurants and live music on two of the nights we ate out. The beaches were only a few minutes drive away and we were close enough to visit Chania for a boat trip and to enjoy the old town. Managed to hike the Imbros Gorge and take in the ruins at Aptera. Also, mustn't forget to say thank you to Mrs Froso, the housekeeper, who was lovely. If we ever come back to Crete I would love to stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Idililic stay
Just perfect
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

SB M.

Great villa in a lovely spot!
Lovely villa, with great views overlooking Gavalohori village and the mountains beyond. Very pleasant outdoor pool area and also an outdoor dining area on the balcony. Plenty of living space indoors. The villa is only a 2-3 minute walk from the village centre where you will find a few good restaurants, small supermarkets, a bakery and coffee shops. The beach at Almyrida is only about 3k away. If you're looking to sample real life in Crete, Gavalohori is not a tourist village. It's a real working village. Very peaceful! Christos was very helpful with the arrangements. NB: You really will need a car if you are staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A., Guildford

Fabulous Holiday
Aphrodite the Goddess how appropriate for such a beautiful Villa. The location and views are stunning. Gavalochori is a beautiful very much alive Village with a Taverna which we used even twice a day for superb food and the staff make you feel so welcome and part of a community. The village shops are well stocked and so hospitable. Our Housekeeper Froso was amazing and could not do enough for us. The Villa had everything you could possibly need and the Pool was fantastic. Would highly recommend the Villa and the area for a perfect holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

Lovely villa with glorious views in friendly village
Perfect location for an adult family holiday. Spacious villa with excellent facilities. Close to village shops and really good tavernas. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Helen Hart

Fabulous fortnight in a lovely villa in an authentic Cretian village!
Lovely villa which was spacious, comfortable and cool. We were met and looked after by a lovely housekeeper and the villa and pool was kept clean and tidy. We loved the little village of Gavalachori which had some lovey eateries. Nearby beaches and towns were also a delight. A great relaxing holiday for our family of 5.

10/10 Excellent

dean c.

Outstanding!!
We stayed at Villa Aphrodite at the end of August - beginning of September. A great location for the peace and quiet needed for a relaxing holiday but only a short drive to the beach. The 5 minute morning walk to the village bakery for fresh bread was a great way to get the day started and the village offered a couple of restaurants, bars and shops which had everything that you could need. The villa was spacious, very clean and had a great layout. Breakfast, lunch or dinner on the balcony with views over the village and valley. We would absolutely visit again If I was not set on seeing the rest of the world!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2015

8/10 Good

DAMIEN V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bien
Conforme à la description Dommage qu'à cette période de l'année (20 octobre) une option piscine chauffée n'existe pas car on n'en profite pas.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Yves S.

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent séjour
L'intérieur de la maison est très vaste et la vue est absolument magnifique. La piscine, même début avril était très appréciable et très propre et le petit village de Gavalochori est authentique et préservé par rapport à la côte proche. Nous sommes arrivés tard car notre avion atterrissait à 19h à Heraklion, mais il n'y a eu aucun problème. Nous avons passé une excellente semaine en famille.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnifique villa, avec une très belle vue où nous avons passé un très bon séjour de 11 nuits. La villa est spacieuse et très agréable, seul bemol pour la salle de bains du eau qui est tres mal agencée, baignoire et wc dans un petit espace et lavabo à l extérieur de la sdb sans possibilité de rangement. Mais cela reste un detail. Je suggère également de mettre quelques produits d'accueil ( eau, fruits....)cela serait un réel plus. Merci pour cet agréable séjour.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Emplacement idéal pour des vacances en famille
Nous sommes restés 10 jours dans la villa, l emplacement est idéal à 2 pas du village avec restaurants supérette boulangerie.....5 minutes en voiture de la plage et de super belles criques à l abris des regards... Merci à Mrs Froso de nous avoir attendu le jour de notre arrivée jusqu'à 1h du matin. Nous pensons déjà à revenir avec le reste de la famille l année prochaine. Notre seul regret, que la piscine ne soit pas chauffée...en octobre c est vraiment limite...la mer est bien plus chaude!! Séjour très agréable au calme avec une vue magnifique!!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Anika S., Bad Honnef

Große Ferien Villa, kleines Aber
Wir haben eine Woche in der Villa Aphrodite verbracht. Der Kontakt mit der Agentur klappt reibungslos und trotz später Ankunft wurden wir persönlich und nett empfangen. Das Dörfchen ist sehr nett und hat sehr empfehlenswerte Tavernen!! Die Strände u Strandorte der Umgebung fanden wir eher mittelprächtig. Die Villa ist riesig, sie hat eine tolle Terrasse mit wirklich grandioser Aussicht. Auch der Pool ist riesig und wunderbar, man kann hier viele schöne Stunden verbringen. Die Villa ist allerdings etwas in die Jahre gekommen und es müsste einiges getan werden,damit man sich auch innen richtig wohlfühlt. Vieles war sehr abgenutzt, Jalousien teilweise kaputt oder verbogen, Bäder dunkel und ungemütlich, Duschkabine u Duschköpfe sehr abgenutzt und wirkten dadurch unsauber. Auch insgesamt wirkte die Villa innen nicht sehr sauber (Kaffeemaschine nicht gesäubert, Überbleibsel von Vorgänger hinter den Couchkissen,verfleckte Seifenspender, angebrochene Duschgelfläschen...). Den angebotenen täglichen Reinigungsservice haben wir nicht genutzt, da wir das eher störend gefunden hätten. Ich denke, dass so ein großes Haus vor einem Gästewechsel nicht nur von einer Person gereinigt werden kann. Vielleicht wäre es besser, 1x/Woche einen Wäschewechsel anzubieten und dann in mehr Personal für die Endreinigung zu investieren.

8/10 Good

Jean-Alexis B.

Un village typique
Très belle propriété au calme et en campagne. Un excellent accueil et une vue superbe !
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019