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☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free

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A two-story villa with a white facade and blue accents, featuring a pergola, a pool area with lounge chairs, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Almyrida, Crete
  • Place, Almyrida Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kera
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalyves Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Apokoronas

Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in the city centre 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. Art of Living Glass Factory and Maritime Museum of Crete are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Almyrida, Crete

What's nearby

  • Almyrida Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kera - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Kalyves Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Georgioupolis Beach - 22 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Lake Kournas - 27 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Αρισμαρί - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Souvlakerie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Heliostasi - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Platanoz Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free on 26 Oct 2026 start from £749, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free located?

Located in the heart of Apokoronas, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of Almyrida Beach, Kera and Kalyves Beach. Art of Living Glass Factory and Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Varvara is in an excellent location with easy access to Almyrida. The view of the mountains from the top balcony was stunning and something you could never tire of. The pool was large with the area well equipped in terms of seating and loungers. The host was excellent, flexible and extremely helpful whenever we needed anything. The sitcom throughout the Vila is of a really good standard. Almyrida itself had plenty to offer in terms of of quality places to eat and easy access to beautiful clear water. Kalyves is easy to access on the bus as is Chania which we would highly recommend visiting. We also did a trip to Loutro with Wanderlust which was one of the most beautiful and special places we’ve visited. The listing should mention the separate ground floor although this did not impact our privacy or enjoyment. The only minor gripe on the Villa would be the table on the balcony where we spent much of our time was damaged and we needed to be very careful not to break it completely. That said we had a truly wonderful time and would definitely consider rebooking.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Lovely relaxing time

Just had a lovely family stay, which close to beach and restaurants, so could all just chill out.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa is in a lovely quiet location but close to the bars and restaurants and of course the beach. House was lovely and welcoming and had a welcome hamper with amazing olive oil that is produced by the olive trees in the garden. We had a very relaxing holiday but also had the chance to explore some of the island.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday at Villa VarvaraWe spent one week at Villa Varvara in mid-October as a family of four (two adults and two children) and had a wonderful, relaxing holiday!The entire team was exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and helpful. A special thank you to Jan for his great advice on our gorge excursion.The villa, its many terraces , and the pool were spotlessly clean. The pool was even cleaned during our stay, and all household appliances worked perfectly. You can really tell that the team cares about the property and wants guests to enjoy their holiday.The villa is in the second row from the beach, making it wonderfully peaceful, yet the beach and village centre are just a few minutes' walk away. Almyrida is a charming little village with everything needed for daily life. The sandy beach with its long, shallow-water area is ideal for families with young children. The only downside was the public beach toilet, which could benefit from an upgrade.We didn't rent a car, as we mainly wanted a beach holiday. We booked a trip to Imbros Gorge through GYG, but recommend confirming the actual bus departure point in advance, as ours did not leave from Almyrida as advertised. We had to take a taxi to Kalyves instead. The local taxi service (almyridataxi) was excellent – 4 journeys with 4 different drivers, all fantastic!Despite this minor inconvenience, the beautiful hike was well worth it.All in all, a fantastic family holiday! We highly recommend Villa Varvara
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family holiday- fantastic location

Excellent villa in a fantastic location. Couldn't aak for anything better. 5 minute walk to beach
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Villa,we loved every minute there,would highly recommend!!

This was our first family holiday in a few years and we could not off asked for a better place and villa,we loved having the pool to play in as the kids were never out it!,Almyrida is a lovely place for families and Villa Varvara was a excellent choice that we are glad we made!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Unfortunately Villa Varvara which is listed as an ‘entire’ villa was not as it seems. There is an apartment underneath the villa with their windows that overlook the villas ‘private’ pool and surrounding gardens. Not private in any way. And not mentioned in the listing. Jan, the host, was ‘surprised’ we were not happy about this. We sadly had a disappointing experience here (albeit VRBO fully refunded the cost) We had to move and find alternative accommodation in a very busy summer holiday period. Not ideal at all. Especially when travelling with a toddler. Almyrida, however, is a stunning village with great restaurants and beautiful beach. Very friendly locals. Great for family’s.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2nd stay at Villa Varvara

Our 2nd time at this lovely Villa! Spacious accommodation, with spectacular views on the balconies. Walking distance to the beach and great restaurants and bars. Can highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous villa in a fantastic location. The pool is amazing - big enough for all 5 adults at the same time.The host, Jan, came to introduce himself and was warm, friendly and extremely helpful with information about the local area.We had a fantastic 10 days and would definitely return. Highly recommended
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fantastic holiday

The villa was spacious, bright, well equipped and the air con in each room was very welcomed. Lovely pool area and good WiFi if needed. Thank you for the prompt help from the villas team.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay at Villa Varvara

We have just returned from a wonderful 10 night stay at Villa Varvara. We are a regular visitor to this area but have never stayed here before. The Villa is in a perfect location, 5min walk to the beach and lovely restaurants, perfect when you have little ones who get tired easily! We love the beach but also spent many a day relaxing around the fantastic private pool. The owners were very welcoming and we really can’t wait to return!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun 2022
Dear Lindsey and your Family, We thank you very much for your nice review. But also we are proud and happy you for choosing our beautiful Villa Varvara from the many accommodations in Crete. And you are a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ family - you celebrated 10 days of vacation in our Villa as if the Villa were yours. Everything was so neat and clean in the Villa, thank you so much. We look forward to seeing you on your next holiday. Our very best regards, Almyrida Villas Team 🌞🌞🌞Villa Varvara 🌞🌞🌞 Jan and Dimitra
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great villa and area.

Lovely Villa in fantastic location within 5 minutes walk of Almyrida. First time to Almyrida and would definitely come back. Abundance of good quality restaurants along the waterfront and the beach is great with very safe bathing. Villa is well equipped and has lovely private pool area and several balconies and terraces with mountain views. Hosts were very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A happy holiday!😁

Villa Varvara was lovely. Beautiful setting, gardens and pool area. The house is spacious, well equipped and there are so many balconies to enjoy every view around the villa. My .grandson (9) absolutely loved the pool and it was so good that it was all one depth, it made it so much safer.Almyrida is definite place to come back to. Beautiful beach, good choice of restaurants, but not too big! What else can I say? A brilliant holiday , lovely location, and well looked after.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Dear Ruth you have a wonderful family😘. And that is what we wanted for you all. 🌞🌞HAPPY 🏖️ holidays to never forget🌞🌞 I would love to see you again on a next holiday. Many thanks from the entire Almyrida Villas team 🙋
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

JS London

Lovely property a short walk from all the amenities and beach. Great pool bigger than it appears in the photos and a large patio area around the pool lots of shaded areas and sun loungers. The house was well equipped, spacious and had good air conditioning. The only criticism we would have is the bathroom and shower. The plug hole of the only bath/shower was blocked and didn’t drain properly also the water pressure was poor and uneven, stopping and starting as you showered even though the taps outside had great pressure. Overall the stay was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adult holiday week in Almyrida, Villa Varvara

We visited Villa Varvara for a week and had absolutely great time touring the West side of the island and also some Mountain routes by car to East, based on our hosts’ reccommodations. They were unfortunately not able to greet us but as well them and other people responsible for the villa were so helpful and nice ❤️. We can recommend the villa for both; holiday with kids or without. If something we would Wish, would be the mattress toppers for beds 😊. Otherwise all was super 💎 Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2024
We are very happy that you had absolutely great time in Crete in Villa Varvara. Thank you so much for the best review.We immediately implemented your advice and all beds are equipped with extra mattresses for an even better night's sleep.Thank You we invite you to try it out in your next holiday. Many thanks from the whole Almyrida Villas team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Villa, Great location!

Just home after 13 nights at the beautiful Villa Varvara. So much outside space and of course the pool. Surrounded by Olive trees, lemon trees, herbs, plants and flowers. Villa is in a fantastic location just outside the village of Almyrida. It truly is a 5 minute walk to the beach, restaurants, shops and water activities. Definitely do not need a car. Almyrida taxis are reliable and clean for airport transfers or a supermarket trip. Jan is a real treasure of a host and was thankfully forgiving of our clumsy teenager 😆 Would definitely recommend a stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely holiday

Thank you. We stayed just a week but wish we had stayed longer. We had a lovely time, and the villa is in a great location, providing peace & quiet and only being 5 mins walk from the beach. If anything, the property description undersells the villa. The outdoor space is great for anytime of the day and the many balconies excellent for retreating to in the evenings with wonderful views of the mountains, which was an added bonus. The location is also only 15 mins walk from Plaka with all of its great places to eat. The host, Jan was very responsive in keeping us up to date with many recommendations. Thank you for giving us a lovely holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2024
Thank YOU for giving the best review❗️ That is what we wanted for all of you❗️. HAPPY 🏖️ holidays to never forget. We would love to see you again on a next holiday. Many thanks from the entire Almyrida Villas team greetings Jan 🙋
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great villa

Wonderful villa, by far the best equipped villa we have ever had. The pool area was also well equipped with plenty of loungers and tables and chairs. Very convenient position as only a 5 minute walk to the bakery, shops and restaurants. The beach is sandy - ideal for the granddaughter who was 20 months old. The cot and high chair were excellent as well. We didn’t hire a car but the taxi service in the village is good. Overall I’d recommend this villa to anyone other than those with mobility problems as there are steps from the garden up to the pool area and more steps into the house.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Villa Varvara,Almyrida,Crete

Wow!! Where do I start? It’s actually much better than the description and the pictures do justice,it truly is a magnificent villa within a 5 minute walk of some of the finest restaurants I have ever eaten at,and the beaches are superb ( especially the little beach at the top of the village by the Tsunami cafe,at that beach is also fantastic for snorkelling.Lovely friendly locals and Jan our host is one of the nicest people we have ever met,the perfect host and was easily contactable when we had a small problem. People,go and visit this villa,you won’t be disappointed. Thanks Jan and the team for the perfect holiday. Andy & Family West Sussex England
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay !

Our stay at Villa Vavara was a truly enjoyable experience. The villa is lovely, blending modern comfort with a cozy, welcoming feel. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-decorated, offering lovely views of the surrounding area. The outdoor space was a highlight for us. The private pool was a great place to relax, surrounded by lush greenery that provided a peaceful atmosphere. We spent a lot of time there, soaking up the calm and quiet that the villa offers. The location was also very convenient, giving us a sense of seclusion while still being close to local attractions and restaurants. It was easy to explore during the day and come back to the villa for some rest in the evenings. Villa Vavara is a wonderful place for a relaxing getaway. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a comfortable base for exploring the area, this villa has a lot to offer. We had a great time and would definitely consider returning in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A beautiful villa that just needs some TLC

The villa is in a lovely location within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and beaches, only let down by the deafening flying crickets that surround it. The pool is a good size for a private villa and a uniform 1m deep. The villa is only let down by desperate need of some basic repairs. The one shower isn’t fit for purpose and is barely worth using; The bathroom sink plug doesn’t work, so shaving is challenging; the sofa is collapsed in the middle and unusable; our bedroom shutter wouldn’t close, so the room was bright from dawn. If a little money was spent, this villa could amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Villa, Great Location

Sept. 2023 Thank you Jan and Dimitra; also Kaiti and the team. We had an excellent stay. The first time having our own villa and pool, what a treat! The villa was beautifully decorated, spacious and very clean, with all the amenities. There was plenty of space outside for sunbathing around the lovely pool and also garden areas where we picked limes off the trees for our G & Ts. The area was private but only 5 minutes from a great choice of restaurants with the best food and a lovely beach area. All this was handy for us as we did not want to hire a car. We booked a taxi for a trip to Chania which was a lovely day out but there is also a bus service available. It was lovely to meet you Jan - what a great guy. Jane and Mark xx
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

STAY AT VILLA VARVARA

Our 2nd stop on this trip to Greece, was Almyrida at Villa Varvara. Outstanding clean private local and accessible. We found it to be a great base for exploring the west side of Crete. the local shops and eateries near the property were just what we wanted small local excellent fare. Walking distance down to beach chairs and the ocean.The views from ALL the balconies of the property are breathtaking. We tried to spend a night on each one and found the back balcony looking at the mountains to be our favorite. Excellent bedding and water pressure for baths and shower. PRIVATE!! we loved the kitties that came to visit. GREAT communication and direction from the Hosts. FULL KITCHEN made some dinners at home was great. The pool had ample chairs and outside amenities. We recommend that you choose a car that is small to mid compact in order to park on the private driveway. We rec host describe this in listing if you came in a jeep it would not work.Easy access with getting into the property. We would rebook here. We were only two in the house so one full bath worked out. The 2nd 1/2 bath is not he first floor and makes for good access. Come to Alymrida and stay at Villa Varvara.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2024
Dear Lara and Marc, From Philadelphia, 🌞🌞🌞VILLA VARVARA🌞🌞🌞 Thank you so much for the super nice review. This is what we want for all of you, the best holiday. ❗️You get also 10/10 excellent from us❗️ You left Villa Varvara so clean and very tidy, as if it were your own Villa. It was a great pity that the Samaria Gorge was closed. Let's say this is 1 reason to come back to Almyrida - Crete again. Our very best holiday regards, Almyrida Villas Team Jan 🙋and Dimitra
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magnifique villa

La villa est magnifique, tres bien placée, à 5min à pieds des commerces,restaurants et plages. Et la piscine est très agréable. La communication est parfaite. Encore merci pour tout
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

We had a lovely time and we were treated really well. The location was perfect being only a short walk from the beach and restaurants, while being in a quiet area. The villa was well appointed and spacious with all we needed. Thanks Jan and team!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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