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private pool facing the sea
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chania/Kalyves, Crete
  • Place, Samonas Cave
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Samonas Olive Tree
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalyves Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Petra -Fantastic Sea and Mountain Views, High speed internet in all rooms

Villa Petra – A Serene Escape in Crete

Wake up to sweeping sea and mountain views from your own private infinity pool. This stone-built villa combines authentic Cretan charm with modern comfort: 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 en-suite bathrooms, an open-plan living area with Smart TV, WiFi, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Spend your days relaxing by the pool, enjoying meals on sunlit terraces, or exploring the nearby village. Just 2 minutes from Stilos, 10 minutes from Kalives & Almyrida beaches, and 30 minutes from Chania’s Venetian harbor, it’s a peaceful retreat within reach of Crete’s highlights.

✅ Peace of mind: 100% refund for force majeure, including COVID restrictions.

Villa Petra isn’t just a stay—it’s your private slice of paradise. Book your escape now!
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About the neighborhood

Apokoronas

Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. 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 Nea Chora Beach and Golden Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Art of Living Glass Factory and Greek National Football Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Chania/Kalyves, Crete

What's nearby

  • Samonas Cave - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Samonas Olive Tree - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Blue Coast - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Agios Nikolaos Fort - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Kalyves Beach - 12 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪coffee road despina - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Προβλήτα - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ψησταριά Μητσος - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Platanoz Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Σουβλατζιδικο "Η Χρυσούλα - ‬5 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mr N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with a private swimming pool in a great location, conveniently located near Chania. However, a car is necessary to reach the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John and Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is perfect for serving as a home base for exploring Crete. The villa has awesome water and mountain views and is located near a quiet village (which has a 12th century church per my husband). We enjoyed the fig tree in the backyard, the neighborhood cat, being able to drive up the mountain a little way to see the goats (and hear their bells), and the pool. Chania is a short drive away as are beaches, good restaurants and cafes.
View of villa from pool
View of villa from parking spot
View from in front of villa
Neighborhood cat (our kids named her? Meecro).
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie Sarakinis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A relaxing break with stunning views

Villa Petra offered a great place to relax in the sun and the food in the local villages was amazing. A great base to explore Crete and the enjoy the views from the villa
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Thank you for your review of Villa Petra and your holiday We hope to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa Petra 2023

The villa had everything we needed and was very clean. The location was perfect for a peaceful and relaxing stay. Many good restaurants and beaches easily accessible from the villa. Would definitely recommend and wouldn’t hesitate to go back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pascale M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Majestic view & immersion in nature

Very pleasant villa, well equipped with good mattresses - we slept great. We wanted a calm place in nature with a great view and Villa Petra met all those requirements.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Thankyou for your review Pascal we look forward to your next stay to enjoy Villa Petra
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa with stunning views.

Beautiful villa and location in the hills. Stunning views. Clean and well stocked with essentials. Good communication with owners. Thank you Christine and John. We had a fantastic holiday!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A rather perfect stay in rural Crete

This is a splendid, spacious house in rural Crete. Situated over small authentic greek villages, one has views to the White Mountains and the coast line among others. Includes “all mod cons”. The proprietors and the manager were very helpful in stressed situations, indeed, and with advice, in general. We give our very best recommendations. The Danish Gang of Seven
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our villa. Indeed the location is quite out of breath. I will pass your compliment to our site manager regarding their services. Christine
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inge Mette P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view, excellent location

If you are looking for the perfect spot to relax, look no further! We spent 10 days at this excellent location. The villa is well kept, clean, and in general just really nice! The view is excellent, from both inside the house and the terraces, the pool is great, and the bbq and outdoor kitchen great for cooking your own food spending long relaxed evenings at the terrace. Location is remote, you do need a car, but the view and the sound of cicada and the flock of goats that passes on a daily basis is the perfect setting for winding down and relaxing. Feels like original Crete, yet both Chania, the Northern coast and Rethymno within easy access. John and Christine are very attentive hosts, providing a welcome pack for the first breakfast, and are quick to answer any question or concern you may have. Would recommend and would like to come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2024
Thankyou for taking the time to review your holiday stay at Villa Petra. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and found the location and setting so relaxing. And yes we look forwad to hosting you again. You were perfect guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Villa Petra was unforgettable. The villa offers a breathtaking panoramic view over the hills of western Crete, stretching all the way to the sea. We especially loved watching the cruise ships passing by in the distance while relaxing on the terrace or in the pool.The house itself is well-equipped and thoughtfully designed. Each room has air conditioning, which made our stay very comfortable, and the villa lacked nothing. With three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a beautifully furnished open-plan living room and kitchen, there was plenty of space for everyone.Although the interiors are cozy and inviting, we spent most of our time outside. The terrace and pool area are perfect to relax, and in the evenings we sometimes went up to the rooftop terrace to admire the stars - in the rural darkness you can see so many of them!The location is ideal for exploring western Crete. Rethymno, Chania, and several beaches are within easy reach, and there are charming local tavernas nearby. For excursions, we highly recommend visiting the impressive archaeological site of Ancient Aptera with its amphitheater and cisterns, as well as the atmospheric cave church of Agia Sofia.If we ever travel to Crete again, we would definitely return to Villa Petra. It is a truly unique and special place that made our holiday perfect.Thanks a lot, Christine!
View over the hills to the sea
Rooftop terrace
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

Nice villa with stunning panoramic views over the coastline. Easy check-in process with good information provided by the host. Well furnished villa with 3 ample sized rooms for 5 of us, comfy sitting room and a good balcony. Pool reasonable size. 5mins from a small village, Stilos, worth visiting on Sunday for a meat feast. 15min from Kalyves. Sufficient outdoor shade to hide from the sun also. A few minor issues: internet issues for the first 3 days despite speaking to both the property manager and owner (direct communication with the owner most efficient), external lights didnt seem to work (wasnt great when we arrived at 2am), a number of plastic signs everywhere and there is a villa right next door (who were doing some renovations whilst we were there). All in all a very nice villa just missing that extra polish.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2024
Thankyou Charles for your review. We are sorry you had problems with the internet. We have now made sure the instruction sheet for connecting are more visible. The entrance lights do turn off at midnight so apologies for not extending the timer for your 2am. Arrival. We are not sure what you mean by plastic signs everywhere ? There are emergency exit signs above all the external doors which are a legal requirement. It would be helpful if you could contact us again to discuss the matters you raised. Thankyou for your feedback as it is important for our desire to provide an excellent stay for our guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb views and very comfortable

Villa Petra was everything we hoped it would be and more: very comfortable and well appointed, well located for exploring the countryside of western Crete and - best of all - the dramatic views of the sea, countryside, villages, and mountains. Many relaxing hours were spent reading or lazing in the pool with that gorgeous view spread out in front of us. A wonderful antidote for the stresses of modern living, without sacrificing holiday comforts. The kids loved the pool and the wood or charcoal burning bbq was great. We loved the location - away from the noise and hubbub of the towns and other tourists. It is a short drive to Stylos to pick up provisions or eat at one of the tavernas. We also appreciated the thoughtful welcome pack of milk, juice, jam, butter and wine. 2 minor quibbles which can be easily fixed: the single bed mattresses downstairs were not comfortable (springs were prominent) and we struggled to make the wi-fi work, despite the instructions (difficult to top up the balance using the Cosmote page). 2 suggestions for an even better experience: we found ourselves wishing for electric fans to provide an alternative to aircon for personal cooling (especially when sleeping - the aircon is noisy and has a drying effect (and uses a lot of electricity and is expensive to run, although that cost is not paid by the guest)) and we would have liked some fuel and lighting fluid for the bbq so we didn’t have to duck back to town to pick up charcoal on the first night. But those comments do not lessen our overall endorsement of Villa Petra.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Thank you for your review and your helpful comments.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tobias B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wir hatten eine tolle Woche

Wir hatten eine tolle Woche, es war alles wie im Inserat beschrieben.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2025
Thank you Tobias for your kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed the stay. Christine and John.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heiko G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruhig gelegen, perfekt zur Erkundung der Westinsel

- ruhige Umgebung - schönen Ausblick - gute Ausstattung des Hauses
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful large villa with stunning views

Such a gorgeous villa in a beautifully quiet and very Greek part of Crete. Up in the mountains this villa has panoramic views but still feels private. Great for a couple or friends and family. The villa has everything you need and is just a short drive away from a number of traditional villages away from other tourists.. but, still not far from beaches and Chania if you're feeling a bit isolated. The hosts (John) was especially attentive and provided us with eveything we needed, including a welcome pack of water, wine, bread, milk etc. Thank you for such a wonderful stay... we needed to get away from it all, Villa Petra certainly did that for us! Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable house With Amazing view

We rented this house In the strange Corona times and we really recommend it!!! The house is situated a Little out of the village so very calm and peaceful but also very Good situated for excursions (Aptera, Chania, Rethymnon,...) There are several Sandy beaches near by. The house is very comfortable with a very Nice swimming pool (amazing view while swimming) and great BBQ in the outdoor kitchen. Everything was very Clean and well maintained. Corona instructions were strictly followed, the house was sanitised before we arrived. The owners are very very helpful. They gave us a lot of Useful recommandations for visits and activities and they are always available if you have questions. We had a great time here with our 2 teenage-sons! We can only recommend this beautiful place in the very nice island of Crete!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2020
Very happy you enjoyed your stay at Villa Petra. Thank you for choosing to stay at our Villa. It was a pleasure to host you. Come back soon to enjoy 'Living with the Greek Gods'
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely rural villa

We stayed at Villa Petra for a week in late October. It's well looked after and has beautiful views of the coast and the mountains. It's a 15 minute drive from the nearest costal town which has lots of good restaurants. The upstairs bedrooms have share a balcony which is a great place to watch the sunrise. We really enjoyed our week there and would definitely stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect holiday location

This was the perfect holiday location for us - a beautiful villa on the top of the hill with stunning views. Quiet and peaceful but also not far from some charming traditional Greek villages with their Tavernas and a short drive to the nearest beach in Kalyves. The villa is perfectly located to explore many of the tourist hotspots in western Crete. The house is well equipped - we did not miss anything during our stay with our three kids, even some toys and a small boat for the pool were waiting near the poolside. Christine and John are caring very well for their guests, providing lots of useful information before the trip as well as in a folder in the house. We felt very welcome and truly enjoyed our holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Villa with Beautiful Views

Really hard to fault this wonderful villa. It is right on top of the mountain giving beautiful views as well as a sense of seclusion. It is has ample grounds yet still gives cosy feel. We stayed as two couples with a baby each and found everything clean, well ordered and very well equipped for self catering. Having to take the rubbish / recycling down the mountain each day can be problematic but it seems to be the way it’s done in Crete. We would happily stay again and have already recommended it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic holiday!

My husband & I, together with our two teenage sons, had the most wonderful time here at Villa Petra! Due to our flight being delayed, we didn't arrive until nearly 3am, but the directions were so clear we managed to follow them even in the dark! The villa is comfortable and homely, and we settled into our holiday immediately. Whether we were relaxing by the pool, enjoying the beaches - Kalives, Kalami & Yorgiopolis, exploring the Akrotiri peninsular, finding ancient churches and Minoan ruins or going head-first down slides at the water park, we simply had a really great time. We had some wonderful food too - Chania, Douliana, Vamos, Kalives & Armenoi all came up trumps! We very much hope to be back to explore some more of this beautiful part of Crete.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Thank you for your review. Happy to hear you had a wonderful holiday at our Villa and enjoyed visiting the local area. We also hope to host you again. Best wishes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful

This villa on top of the hill with views of the sea was like Heaven on Earth. A dip in the pool every night after a day of sightseeing was both refreshing and relaxing. The villa was well appointed and the location perfect with short drives to all of our destinations. Thank you so much for making this home available to us. I would highly recommend a stay here!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at our Villa... we hope you will holiday with us again in the future. You were perfect guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serge D.

Très belle maison dans un environnement magnifique

Un lieu superbe, une maison très bien équipée, de très bons contacts avec les propiriétaires
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Merci pour votre revue. Nous avons ete heureux de vous recevoir. SO happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

les w.

Fabulous villa in a truelly great location

Just back from two weeks at Villa Petra 11.08.18 - 25.08.18 and the accommodation was wonderful and if planning a trip back to Crete I would defiantly book this location again . Do not let the previous reviews regarding the road up to the villa put you off as the surface has been upgraded and now has a concreate base, which Christine reassured us was going to be done before we arrived. At the first attempt it is a bit daunting but once you have reached the Villa it is well worth the trip up and you could never get tired of the views across the valley and into Suda Bay. The accommodation was very comfortable with quality beds which gave our party a very relaxing nights sleep . It was also wonderful to sit on the balcony in the morning with a fresh cup of coffee and in the evening with something a little stronger and again take in the amazing views and the star filled sky at night .The accommodation has all the facilities you could need and a very clean infinity pool which tops up by itself each day. We also took John up on the car hire and the whole experience was seamless from picking up at Chania airport and dropping off again. Thanks again the Webster family
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Thank you for your review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Villa Petra as well this part of Crete. it is as you said, truly wonderful. We look forward to welcoming you again at some time in the future. Crete is like a magnet. Sincerely John and Christine
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruno G.

Excellent

Magnifique maison perchée dans les montagnes, parfait pour 2 couples avec enfants. Un régal !
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Thank you for your review. We look forward to welcoming you to Villa Petra for another holiday stay in the future..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Perfect get away

Beautifully located in the mountains close to the sea with spectacular views and birds singing. Comfty and spacious with easy reach to nearby tourists sights .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
So happy you enjoyed your stay at Villa Petra. Thank you for your review. We sincerely hope you will return to enjoy this perfect holiday region of western Crete plus the tranquility of living with the Greek Gods at Villa Petra !
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy J.

Fantastic villa in a lovely location

We had a brilliant, totally relaxing week in the 2nd week of October. Very comfortable villa that had everything we needed. Great location with both sea and mountain views close to Kalives and Chania. Loved the area and will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
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