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Spacious detached villa with private pool & panoramic views to sea and mountains

Spacious detached villa with private pool & panoramic views to sea and mountains

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Pool and surrounding terraces
Kambia House, drive and carport
Front of house
Entrance and one of the many borders
View towards Chania from the drive

Overview of Spacious detached villa with private pool & panoramic views to sea and mountains

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61184 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Crete, GR Kambia
  • Popular LocationAlmyrida Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationKoutalas Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationKalyves Beach18 min drive
  • AirportChania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)48 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Spacious detached villa with private pool & panoramic views to sea and mountains

EOT licence AMA number: 1042K92003042801

Our lovely villa is set on the hillside above Kambia village and provides the ideal location for a quiet relaxing holiday. It is set in an acre of ground including an olive grove, a newly planted orchard and beautiful gardens of flowering shrubs and trees, giving privacy. There is a private pool (8.5m x 4.5m), with large terraces and two pergolas. Open and covered terraces on all sides of the villa, offer sun or shade throughout the day. Inside, the bedrooms and bathroom are on the ground floor (cooler at night) whilst the open plan lounge, kitchen with dining area and second bathroom are on the first floor, taking full advantage of the stunning panoramic views over Souda Bay to the Akrotiri peninsula and over the valley of olive groves to the White mountains. Sunsets are dramatic from the large upstairs balcony. The villa has modern facilities with local Cretan touches, a newly fitted kitchen, is well equipped and offers very comfortable accommodation. Free wifi is provided at the villa and Yvonne, our local cleaner, visits weekly.

The villa is not on a complex, is situated on a very large plot and, as the property is surrounded with oleander trees, it is completely private. Entrance to the property is from a quiet road, through gates leading onto a large private drive providing access to the house. There is a fruit orchard which was planted five years ago to one side of the house with the swimming pool and gardens surrounding the other aspects of the villa.The villa has an attractive, mediterranean garden with stunning hybiscus trees and other specimen plants whilst our large olive grove stretches beyond the front garden area. Guests are welcome to pick fresh lemons, apricots, grapes, herbs and use the olive oil in the kitchen from our trees.
The villa is an 'upside down house' with bedrooms and a bathroom on the ground floor whilst the lounge, kitchen dining area and second bathroom are upstairs. This layout maximises the stunning views and offers guests cooler bedrooms at night, although fans are also provided together with A/C in bedrooms 1and 2.

Private swimming pool:
The swimming pool is 8.5 x 4.5 metres shelving from 1.2 to 2 metres. It is surrounded by a large crazy paved area and has olive trees, palm trees, yuccas and other ornamental plants around it, making this a very attractive and private part of the property. In addition there are lovely views across our olive grove towards Souda Bay to the North West or the White Mountains to the South West of the villa. To the side of the pool area a large pergola provides a shady spot for reading or relaxing and there is another smaller pergola near the deeper end of the pool. In addition there are 8 sunbeds and small tables for guest’s use, plus an oudoor shower. Previous guests have commented on the sparkling water and cleanliness of the pool which is serviced twice a week.The ideal location of the villa has also been noted: quiet, private, yet only a few minutes from the seaside resorts of Almyrida, Kalives or Georgioupolis and within easy of Chania and Rethymnon. A car is recommended.

A choice ot terrace:
There is a very large partly covered upstairs terrace (with dining table and chairs) which runs across most of the front of the house, giving fantastic panoramic views across Souda Bay and to Akrotiri peninsular. This is a super area for reading or dining or simply enjoying a glass of wine whilst watching the amazing sun sets over the bay or star gazing at night upon your return from the taverna. There is a further open terrace to the rear of the house leading from the lounge (with breakfast table and chairs) overlooking the Drapanos mountain. From here you can watch the sun rise and then have breakfast whilst watching the sheep graze. Bedrooms 1 and 2 also have covered terraces so there is always a choice of sun or shade around the villa as you relax, read a book, listen to your I-pod or have a swim in the pool.

Property manager

Jenny and Mick Pittam

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our swimming pool is private and has no lifeguard so guests use it at their own risk.
The pool is unfenced and goes from1.2m to 2m so children and non swimmers must be supervised at all times.
There is a fair usage limit on air conditioning. The meter will be read by the housekeeper and excessive use deducted from the security deposit.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 1042K92003042801

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Apokoronas

Located in Apokoronas, this vacation home is in the mountains and by the sea. Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and War Museum of Chania are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Souda and Dourakis Winery. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
Map
Crete, GR Kambia

What's nearby

  • Art of Living Glass Factory - 3 min drive
  • Almyrida Beach - 8 min drive
  • Koutalas Beach - 8 min drive
  • Kalyves Beach - 18 min drive
  • Lake Kournas - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lagos Taverna - 6 min drive
  • Platia Café Bar - 4 min drive
  • Καφφε Μαρέντη - 14 min drive
  • Elena Tavern - 10 min drive
  • Costanita - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious detached villa with private pool & panoramic views to sea and mountains have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious detached villa with private pool & panoramic views to sea and mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious detached villa with private pool & panoramic views to sea and mountains?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious detached villa with private pool & panoramic views to sea and mountains?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Spacious detached villa with private pool & panoramic views to sea and mountains located?

This family-friendly Apokoronas vacation home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Art of Living Glass Factory and Almyrida Beach. Koutalas Beach and Kera are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Naomi O.

Loved everything about it!
The villa is everything as described and more. It was extremely clean with a gorgeous new kitchen ( not that we cooked much - food too nice in local restaurants) and the beautiful gardens and pool were immaculate. We are a family of four and we loved coming back after a hot day sightseeing and relaxing by the pool or sitting out on one of the many balconies. Lovely when you are chasing a cool Cretan breeze. It is set on quite a steep hill so would recommend a car. Mick and Jenny were so lovely to deal with all through the booking process. We really enjoyed our stay and it was difficult to drag ourselves away.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kambia House
Well, what can we say after spending a blissful week at this property. The positioning of this house allows you to have sun or shade at any time of the day, with spectacular views over the white mountains or Souda Bay. The lovely village of Plaka is only a short walk away with a supermarket and and a number of Tavernas offering high quality food. the location of this property allows you to stay close to the villa and enjoy the peace and quiet or to travel the short distance to the coast and enjoy the atmosphere of Kalives and Almyrida. For those wanting to enjoy some of the history of Ancient Crete a visist to Aptera is only a short distance away.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Thank you Jenny and Mick
We have just returned to England 25th August after spending 2 weeks at Kambia House. The pictures and website do not do it justice , it is a lovely place to spend your holiday . You can either just stop in by the pool or venture out to many places within easy reach either by car or walking . The village of Plaka is lovely and has some very nice tavernas . As we have a son who wanted to see some of the local historic sites we would recommend a visit to Haptera and the German War tunnels and both are free entry . Most of all the peace and quite was bliss and stunning views. It is a home from home place to stay , well equipped , very clean and the services from both Ray and Yvonne are second to none. Highly recommended.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Highly recommended!
We had a wonderful two weeks at your lovely villa enjoying the spectacular views. The villa is extremely comfortable and everything you could possibly need is provided. The villa is beautifully kept and is immaculate both inside and out thanks to the hard work of Yvonne and Ray. The villa is secluded yet close to the village of Plaka where you can find good restaurants and a handy supermarket and also to the beaches at Almyrida and Kalives. We spent our holiday having lazy days by, and in, the pool together with local sightseeing trips and visits to the beach. The location of the villa couldn't be bettered, the friendliness and hard work of Yvonne and Ray couldn't be faulted and must rate as one of the best holidays we have had.

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our best villa yet
This Villa is absolutely perfect. It was our 4th Crete visit and this villa is by far the best. The photos really dont do it justice. It is set in a secluded plot with a proper road to it (we have had some bad farm tracks previously).The views are unbeliveable from every window and balcony especially the front view over Souda bay where we sat watching the amazing sunsets and activities of the military warships, fighter jets and ferries. It was spotlessly clean and we really appreciated the store cupboard facilties, books and games and even netflix if you can tear yourself away from the view. The pool was kept sparkling by Ray and we had clean linens and towels delivered by Yvonne. It is well sitiuated for the local villages of Kalyves and Almyrda with supermarkets and petrol stations all nearby. Hania with its lovely old town is only 40 mins away and we had trips out to various ancient sites and monasteries. Kalyves beach is lovely and calm for swimming and only 10 mins away. You will need a car though as most things are down a steepish hill too much in the heat. The local tavernas in Plaka serve real Greek food but there is English if you want it. Thank you so much Mike and Jenny for a fabulous holiday.We hope to return maybe earlier in the year to avoid the heat.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

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