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Spectacular sea views and a lovely pool - charming villa near long sandy beach!

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the sea.
A balcony with two chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a washing machine.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with red and green chairs, and a window with curtains.
A coastal view from a balcony with a stone wall, a gravel ground, and a distant town.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location

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    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Chania
  • Place, Georgioupolis Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Kournas
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalyváki
    ‪7 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master

1 Double Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Main upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Spectacular sea views and a lovely pool - charming villa near long sandy beach!

Villa Miramare is in a stunning position with a lovely private pool and tropical garden enjoying amazing views across a wooded gorge towards the wide, blue sea with the longest sandy beach on Crete. It is secluded in its own fully enclosed south facing gardens on a ridge at the end of a leafy lane outside the hamlet of Mathès. Villa Miramare is fully equipped for self catering and is perfect for couples, friends or families looking for a fantastic getaway! This is a real home from home where you can relax in style enjoying fabulous sea views from our lovely pool, terrace and balcony - an ideal base for exploring the island.

- Frame-less glass fencing for unobstructed views
- Fully equipped for your holiday
- Air Conditioning throughout & ceiling fans
- TV, DVD, Satellite, hi-fi/iPod
- Free Wi-Fi internet access

The Villa is less than 3 km from the bustling family friendly town of Giorgioupoli with its tavernas, marina and tourist services (shops & supermarkets). The long Blue Flag sandy beach (10km) is wonderful for swimming and walking; the beach bars and tavernas are very welcoming and usually offer free sun beds and umbrellas for customers. Our Villa is also just 3 km from the nature reserve and waterside tavernas of Kournas Lake.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:30 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Not suitable for children under 8 yrs old

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You are responsible for ensuring that the Villa is maintained and left in a good state of cleanliness as you found it. Please report any breakages!

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 00000932500
Property # 10498279
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Georgioupolis

Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ancient Lappa and Agios Nikolaos Fort are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dourakis Winery and Port of Rethymnon. Art of Living Glass Factory and Paleontological Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Chania

What's nearby

  • Georgioupolis Beach - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Lake Kournas - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kalyváki - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Episkopi Beach - 13 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Petres Beach - 15 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meltemi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Korissia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Georgioupolis Beach Canteen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Omorfi Limini - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taverna - Cafe Kavalos - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spectacular sea views and a lovely pool - charming villa near long sandy beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spectacular sea views and a lovely pool - charming villa near long sandy beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spectacular sea views and a lovely pool - charming villa near long sandy beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular sea views and a lovely pool - charming villa near long sandy beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular sea views and a lovely pool - charming villa near long sandy beach!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Spectacular sea views and a lovely pool - charming villa near long sandy beach! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Kournas, Georgioupolis Beach and Kalyváki. Episkopi Beach and Dourakis Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect week

We stayed here for a week and it wasnt long enough. The villa is perfect on every aspect. Has everything you need for your stay. Will definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful place to unwind!

If you are looking to de-stress and chill then Villa Miramare is the perfect place to do it. You are just 10 minutes drive away from miles of sandy beaches, and same distance from the charming town of Giorgioupoli. Kournas Lake is a stones throw away and its worth making the journey up the mountain to Kournas Village to visit Kali Kardia taverna. The pool is a prefect size too - the pictures don't do it justice! We hope to go back soon...
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing holiday

Our holiday started when we drove up the hill towards Mathes. We were curious to see what the villa would look like in real life, and it exceeded our expectations. The villa and its breathtaking view were just wonderful! Everything was well-thought out, and even the little things were taken care of. The communication with George and Carolyn was very easy and they were quick to respond. The same goes for Eleni, who fixed a bathroom issue within less than 24 hours. Also, the very relaxing pool was taken care of perfectly by Christos. We enjoyed our stay at Villa Miramare and hope to come here again in the future!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2020
What a lovely review - we're so glad you enjoyed your holiday so much! We hope you will come again to our wonderful island! George and Carolyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a wonderful holiday in this stunning villa with a breathtaking view. The villa is fully equipped and furnished with love. We felt at home from the first moment we arrived.A small problem with a window, caused by the wind, was solved within an hour. The local manager, Gina, is very nice, friendly and helpful.The pool is wonderful and regularly cleaned by a friendly (almost invisible) guy.The owners are well organised, we got very good and helpful information on time. Even we didn't see them, the correspondence and every contact was without any problems and very friendly.To make a long story short, Villa Miramare is absolutely stunning and recommendable!P.S.: I do not add photos, because it looks exactly the same as you can see in the ad.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Volle Punktzahl für dieses schöne Fleckchen der Erholsamkeit.Wir waren mit unseren Kindern dort. Beide haben den Pool dauerhaft genutzt und hatten ihren Spaß.George and Carolyn haben es geschafft, durch viele kleine Dinge ein schönes Erlebnis zu schaffen. Ob es die Küchenrolle war, die da war, Klopapier oder auch die schönen Windlichter mit Kerze und Feuerzeug.Man musste sich nicht um jede Kleinigkeit kümmern und extra einkaufen.Auch ist die Location einfach gut. Ob in 5min an den tollen Strand oder in 20min in die super tolle Stadt Rethymnon.Es war ein rundum gelungener Aufenthalt!Danke dafür…
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2026
Thank you for such a wonderful review and we are so glad you and your family had such a a good time! We hope you will come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Villa Miramare

Alle unsere Erwartungen wurden voll erfüllt
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your review! I am very happy you enjoyed your holiday at Villa Miramare. We hope you will come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect holidays

Very nice view, quiet villa that corresponded very well to our expectations. We spent a great week in Mathes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Villa and fab view

Lovely villa with fab views, loved the pool area and there was plenty of shade if it got too hot. Owners very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fortnight in paradise

spent 2 weeks at Miramare in August, had a fabulous time. The pictures really don't do it justice. Spent many a lovely evening sat on the comfy chairs looking at the sea. Lovely aircon, perfect sized pool at 28C, great kitchen, quality WiFi. What more can you ask for?
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Villa Miramare, Crete

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We have always loved Crete and have enjoyed many fantastic villa holidays here with our two children over the years. George is Greek and his family originates from Crete so we both feel a special bond to this island.

We always dreamt of having a home here one day and fell in love with Villa Miramare as soon as we first stood in the shade of the pergola and gazed across the natural wooded gorge towards the sea. We bought the house in 2018 and have since entirely landscaped the grounds and designed the pool to fully enjoy our spectacular views. We have made this our winter home so the house is very comfortable and well equipped; the garden is always sunny with lush planting but has shady spots ideal for outdoor summer living.

Villa Miramare is a tranquil and restorative place where you can really unwind and we are sure you will love it as much as we do!

Enjoy your stay!
George & Carolyn

What makes this property unique

The villa is situated in an oasis of tranquility with fantastic unobstructed sea views just 2.8 km outside the little picturesque town of Georgioupoli, overlooking the olive groves and the Cretan sea, 22 km from the lovely town of Rethymnon, 38 km from delightful Chania town and only 2.5 km from the longest sandy beach in Crete.

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English, French, Italian, Greek

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