Accommodating 6 guests, this villa features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It includes 1 outdoor pool and offers a porch, yard, and patio. Enjoy mountain views while engaging in nearby tubing, swimming, snorkeling, or scuba diving. Explore the Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and the Art of Living Glass Factory for local history and culture.
Highlights
Dive into relaxation
Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
Foosball on-site
A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Private pool
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Chania, Crete
Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori
Place, Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori
Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape
Villa Eleonas is a 100m2 traditional stone built house with lots of outdoor space, a big private pool and wonderful views to the jewel of Crete, the White Mountains. Its layout is simple and operational offering many useful facilities such as a private pool, air-conditioners in every room and free WIFI just to name but a few.
Starting from inside, the house consists of 2 floors, the ground floor and the first floor. Upon entering the house from downstairs, there is a big open space with sofas, a big dining area and a beautiful traditional fireplace. The kitchen is on the left in a separate room. It is fully equipped with all the necessary appliances, kitchenware, a big dishwasher, coffee maker, a toaster and a microwave oven. There is also a small dining table for 4. Moreover, downstairs there is a bathroom (with a shower and a washing machine) and a cosy and spacious master bedroom where a crib can be placed upon request. Wooden stairs lead to the upstairs part of the house. Here there are 2 twin bedrooms with beds that can become double ones, and a bathroom with a shower. There is access to a big outdoor veranda with sofas and marvelous views to the mountains and the pool.
The outdoor space is vast, with a big private pool (7.5m x 4m and 1.70m maximum depth) in the backyard, 6 sunbeds and umbrellas as well as outdoor sofas under a wooden pergola, barbecue facilities, and a landscaped garden. Outside the living room, there is also a shaded dining area equipped with a table and chairs. Upstairs, there are 2 big balconies which can be accessed from both inside and outside the house - with pergolas and sofas – overlooking the magnificent rural landscape and the White Mountains which look stunning all year round.
The house is located in a huge plot we own which offers our guests the chance to encounter first hand some elements of farm life just by walking around the 13.000 square meter plot. There is parking space all over this plot as well as in the area of the villa. The plot is also gated and can be accessed by 2 streets.
In general our philosophy as a family run business is to provide comfort and as many amenities as possible guaranteeing memorable and trouble free holiday in our beautiful island which we are so proud of. We are always at our guests’ disposal trying to cater for their each and every need, as guest satisfaction is our number one priority.
Location Apart from the house itself, the location is central enough to anything. The nearest beach, Ombrosgialos, is a 5- minute drive away while other popular sandy beaches are from 10 to 20 minutes away. The historical cities of Chania and Rethimno are less than an hour drive. Other villages with handy shops with local products are just 2 to 5 minutes away. You can also find some traditional tavernas in great proximity offering delicious Cretan dishes in reasonable prices.
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This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Apokoronas
Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in the mountains and by the sea. Port of Souda and Dourakis Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Almyrida Beach and Koutalas Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
Art of Living Glass Factory - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
Almyrida Beach - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
Kera - 13 min drive - 8.4 km
Kalyves Beach - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
Obrosgialos - 11 min drive
Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) - 6 min drive
Αρισμαρί - 6 min drive
Heliostasi - 11 min drive
Exopolis - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape?
As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape on 15 Oct 2026 start from £661, 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 Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape located?
This family-friendly Apokoronas villa is located by the sea, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Art of Living Glass Factory and Almyrida Beach. Koutalas Beach and Kera are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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We really enjoyed our visit! Description was totally accurate! Property is amazingly quiet!The hostess was always available for any questions or help. When we arrived frig already had drinks, fruit and a few homegrown vegetables. She even brought us a homemade orange pie which was delicious!! Pool was great! So clean! Highly recommend this beautiful village!
My wife and I have just got back from a wonderful 7 days at this Villa, its much better than the pictures in my mind. Its so peaceful and the views are amazing.The local area has so much more than I expected, a car is needed unless you like walking but there is plenty to do after a very short drive.Llia the lady who meet us was brilliant, she was on hand for everything we needed but not intrusive in any way, Thank you.We didn't want to come home and if not for Family commitments would have tried to stay longer.
We had a fantastic summer holiday at villa Eleonas. The villa is set in a very peaceful area with wonderful views over the White Mountains, the scenery really is amazing. Villa Elonas is wonderfully comfortable and the pictures were very accurate - the rooms are well decorated and despite being relatively hot in the middle of the day in August the air conditioning was very effective. The dishwasher and washing machine were useful for us during our stay. The pool was enjoyed by all the family; it was a good size to swim some lengths in the morning before breakfast and the children enjoyed jumping and splashing about. We found the location perfect as the villa was very peaceful yet we could still walk (about 20 minutes or so) to at least 6 different Tavernas for dinner. We managed to walk to three tavernas – Ortaki, Eleonoras and Meterizi – and enjoyed the food very much with a combination of traditional and some more modern dishes. Our host Ilia was very kind to us with great communication so she was there when we arrived to let us in and show us the villa and she also left some essential food and drink (the tomatoes tasted amazing!). Overall we loved villa Eleonas and were rather sad to leave it when our holiday came to an end.
We had a fantastic stay at Villa Eleonas, it proved to be the perfect get-away location for two weeks of much needed peaceful rest and relaxation.Our host, Ilia, was welcoming, friendly and always on hand if required; we especially appreciated the generous gift of fruits from the garden. Thank you Ilia.The villa is spacious, very well-equipped and clean. Both the indoor and outdoor spaces were excellent for our needs and the main bedroom was extremely comfortable. There are several outdoor seating areas for meals, drinks, or relaxing by the beautifully clean and well maintained pool. The views towards the mountains are a delight and we had sunsets to enjoy most evenings with a glass of wine.The property is close to Almyrida and Geourgioupoli where there are lovely sandy beaches with clear, clean water and plenty of dining options. The local villages also all have good value restaurants to explore; our favourites were Eleonoras in Drapanos, Ortaki in Kefalas, Thalami and Psaros in Almyrida and Poseidon in Georgiouploi. Rethymno, Chania and the airport are all within a one hour drive of the villa.The only tiny issue was with the phone signal and wifi in the area, which made it a bit tricky to plan days out online. However, one of the principal reasons for choosing Villa Eleonas in the first place was the rural, away-from-it-all location, so this is probably to be expected.Overall, a superb villa, which we would highly recommend and love to revisit.
Thank you Ilia & Marianna, we’ve had a fantastic time. The Villa, garden & surroundings were perfect. Amazing views of the mountains and so quiet (except the odd cockerel :-)).
This place is a real gem and wouldn't hesitate to return. Thank you again for an amazing stay.
We had the most amazing time at Villa Eleonas. Lovely location, really private and felt very secure. The house was so well equipped we didnt need anything! Communication with the owner was super quick and amazingly helpful. Would definitely stay again, thank you for such a lovely holiday! Xx
A lovely property with a cottage like feel to it, everything you could need is provided including plenty of food for breakfast which was very welcome as we didn't arrive until 3am. The outside area is what really makes this property so beautiful, the views are stunning from every side, the pool is a really good size and immaculately clean as was everywhere inside and out. We made good use of the BBQ and surrounding outside areas and enjoyed many evenings around the pool or walking (about 30 mins) to the local tavernas. Marianna was very helpful and always available throughout our stay and provided suggestions for places to visit. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to visit again.
Magnifique endroit pour les amoureux du terroir et de la tranquilité. Trois petit hameaux à moins de 2 km, accessibles à pieds avec des habitants accueillants. La villa est belle et propre, parfaite pour une petite famille. Nous avons adoré.
Située dans une belle région, la maison est propre et bien équipée et bien entretenue. Elle est facile d’accès ce qui n’est pas toujours le cas en Crète.
La piscine est très agréable, le barbecue en pierre est fort pratique.
Les hôtes sont toujours disponibles et donnent des bonnes adresses.
Le ménage entre les deux semaines est un plus, c’est une prestation que peu d’hôtes offrent. De plus la piscine est régulièrement entretenue.
J’ai rarement vu un tel niveau de prestation.
Magnifique maison en pleine nature proche de belles criques où faire du snorkelling ! Les propriétaires sont disponibles, réactifs et très très gentils ! Comme tous les grecs de la région d'ailleurs !!! La piscine est très belle et propre. Bref, je vous le conseille, nous avons passé un super séjour !
Das Haus liegt leicht erhöht auf einer Bergkuppe mit Blick auf die Berge. Nachdem wir den richtigen Weg gefunden hatten, haben wir nur noch 15 min runter bzw hoch gebraucht.
Das Haus selber ist toll auch der Pool ist klasse. Es ist sehr ruhig. Leider gibt es fußläufig nicht viel zu sehen, aber insgesamt eine gute Ausgangsbasis um den Westen Kretas mit dem Auto zu erkunden.
Sehr freundlicher und hilfsbereiter Empfang. Es standen Getränke, Obst und Brot bereit für den ersten Tag. Marianna ist immer erreichbar gewesen und hat sofort Tipps und Hilfe bereit gehabt. Eine sehr schöne Unterkunft in einer schönen Gegend. Vielen Dank noch einmal und gerne wieder. Jürgen und Freunde
Alles war toll: Aussicht, Pool, Schmetterlinge im Blumengarten. Die dicken Steinwände lassen die Hitze draußen. Wir hatten eine sehr angenehme un entspannte Urlaubszeit. Unsere beiden Kindern haben den Pool genossen. Die Aussicht ist herrlich. Das Haus ist mit allen ausgestattet: Waschmittel, Shampoo, Duschgel, Servietten. Uns hat ein riesen Obstkorb, eine Flasche Wein und lokales Gebäck erwartet. Sehr zu empfehlen.
Wir haben den Aufenthalt in der Villa Elenora sehr genossen, Marianna war sehr freundlich, in der Villa standen sogar schon Mineralwasser, Gebäck und Olivenöl zur Verfügung.
A very nice house with a great pool and everything you need starting from towels, through kitchen equipment.
Everything is according to the description and late/ early check- in/out is possible.
The host is very friendly and always reachable, if something happens, she’s there to support you.
In the area there are many traditional taverna’s and local shops. It’s a perfect location to escape the beaten path and just focus on your family, friends and enjoy the quiet.
Rundherum sehr zufrieden und Erwartungen übertroffen…
Wir könnten sehr viele Details aufzählen, die wir allesamt als sehr positiv bewerten können. Wir sind absolut konstruktiv kritische Menschen und würden definitiv auch Verbesserungspotential oder Defizite benennen. Bei diesem Urlaub und speziell dieser Unterkunft gibt es nichts zu meckern - im Gegenteil, es wurde regelmäßig gereinigt, die Ausstattung war üppiger als beschrieben, alles hat wunderbar funktioniert, das Haus ist so liebevoll und praktisch eingerichtet - wie wir es selbst auch bei Eigentum machen würden. Nichts „zusammen geschustert“ und authentisch. Obendrein haben wir uns mit der Eigentümerfamilie sehr gut angefreundet und falls nur eine Kleinigkeit gefehlt hat, wurde sich direkt sehr liebevoll gekümmert.
Von daher - 100% Weiterempfehlung!!
Hervorragend geeignet für Paare die wirklich Ruhe und Erholung suchen, liebevoll eingerichtete Villa mit schöner und gepflegter Aussenanlage inkl. Pool, mit tollem Service (alle 3-4 Tage saubergemacht, frische Wäsche und Handtücher) in wunderschöner Umgebung, ideal für viele Unternehmungen auf Kreta, Kommunikation mit Vermieterin problemlos (z.B. Whatsapp), wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt und den Aufenthalt genossen
Das Haus ist praktisch hat aber im Wohnbereich keine Gemütlichkeit. Leider stand nicht in der Beschreibung das der Pool erst ab 13 Uhr (großer Baum) und bis ca. 18 Uhr Sonne hat. Insgesamt war der Aufenthalt ok.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
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Hosted by Marianna Nikoloudaki
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