A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Psaromoura Beach
3 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Private pool
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Heraklion
Mononaftis Beach
Place, Mononaftis Beach
2 min walk
Peninsula Private Beach
Place, Peninsula Private Beach
9 min walk
Psaromoura Beach
Place, Psaromoura Beach
10 min walk
Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Common Spaces
2 Double Sofa Beds
Living Room 1
2 Single Sofa Beds
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 5
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area
About this property
New Luxury Villa w/ Private Pool, Spa & Sea Views!
💖 Why Guests Love Filios Vrachos •Pool & Indoor Spa: Enjoy the 12m x 6m private pool or the heated indoor jetted spa. •Next-Gen Playroom: High-end fun with a 75” Smart TV, PS5, and ping pong. •Ultra-Fast Connectivity: Stay powered with high-speed 300 Mbps Wi-Fi. •Effortless Access: A modern lift serves all floors for maximum convenience. •Prime Location: Perfectly situated near pristine beaches, local restaurants, and shops.
🏡 Experience Filios Vrachos Located just 1.1 km from the stunning Mononaftis Beach, Filios Vrachos is a 338 sqm architectural gem completed in 2025. A high-spec haven where you can switch from a high-speed gaming session in the playroom to a sunset cocktail by the 12-meter pool in seconds. Whether you’re soaking in the heated indoor jetted spa pool or exploring nearby restaurants, every detail is designed for seamless, modern luxury.
🏘️ Functional Floor Layout First Floor: •Bedrooms 1, 2, & 3: Each features a King-size bed, air conditioning, a private balcony, an ensuite bathroom, a safe, and even a private mini-fridge for midnight refreshments. One of the bedrooms has the option to be converted into 2 single beds.
Ground Floor: •The Living Space: A bright area with a 55” Smart TV, built-in fireplace, and a high-end music system . •Chef’s Kitchen: Fully equipped with a Nespresso machine, dishwasher, and all modern appliances . •Wellness Room: A private indoor room housing a heated indoor jetted spa pool for year-round pampering. Workspace: A dedicated desk with an ergonomic chair located in a common area.
Lower Ground Floor: The Entertainment Den •Movie & Gaming Night: A second living area boasting a 75” Smart TV and a PS5 . •Extra Sleeping Space: Includes 2 single sofa beds for additional guests.
🌳 Outdoor Paradise •The Pool: A massive 12.33m x 6m private outdoor pool with 10 sunbeds and 3 umbrellas . •Al Fresco Dining: A gas grill BBQ and a large dining table for long Mediterranean lunches. •Activity: Sharpen your skills with the outdoor ping pong table. •Parking: Private parking space for up to 4 vehicles.
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: •The villa is NOT suitable for children aged 2-12 years old (stairs and some rails without protection). For your safety, guests are strictly prohibited from climbing on the natural rock attached to the villa
• Please note that a refundable damage deposit is required for this property. This deposit will be preauthorized on your credit card during your online check-in prior to arrival. The hold will be released after departure, pending a damage-free inspection of the home.
📍 Prime Location in Mononaftis Filios Vrachos offers the perfect balance of secluded luxury and proximity to the best of Crete`s northern coast: •Mononaftis Beach: 1.1 km. •Dining: Taverna George and Taverna Vasilis are both just 1.3 km away. •Essentials: Supermarket Faistos (2 km) and Sousami Bakery (2.1 km). •Heraklion City Center: 26 km. •Heraklion International Airport (HER): 29 km.
🗺️ Nearby Attractions & Day Trips Within 15–30 Minutes: •Agia Pelagia & Mononaftis (5 mins): Dive into the crystal-clear waters of your local bays. Agia Pelagia offers a vibrant waterfront with boutiques and tavernas, while Mononaftis is a favorite for snorkeling and diving. •Fodele Village (17 mins): Visit the birthplace of the legendary painter El Greco. Wander through lush orange and lemon groves, explore the 11th-century Byzantine Church of Panagia, and enjoy traditional sweets in the shaded village square. •Knossos Palace (30 mins): Discover the cradle of European civilisation at the Minoan Palace of King Minos. Pair it with a visit to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum to see world-famous treasures like the Phaistos Disc. •Savvathiana Monastery (15 mins): A hidden gem tucked into the hills. This 16th-century sanctuary offers a peaceful escape with stunning stone architecture and blooming botanical gardens. •Cretaquarium (30 mins): One of Europe’s largest aquariums, where you can come face-to-face with sand tiger sharks, sea turtles, and the diverse marine life of the Mediterranean.
Perfect Day Trips: •Rethymno Old Town (1 hour): Experience the Venetian romance of Rethymno’s narrow alleys and Egyptian Lighthouse. On the way back, stop at Lake Kournas to spot turtles from a pedal boat. •Santorini Escape: Take the high-speed ferry from nearby Heraklion Port (30 mins away) for an unforgettable day trip to Oia’s blue-domed churches and the world-famous caldera views. •Matala Beach & Gortyn (1 hour 15 mins): Journey south to the legendary hippie caves of Matala. En route, explore the ancient Roman capital of Gortyn and its monumental stone-carved law codes. •Sailing to Dia Island: Charter a private catamaran from Heraklion harbor for a day of swimming in the uninhabited, turquoise coves of Dia Island, often accompanied by local dolphins. •Lasithi Plateau & Zeus Cave (1 hour 15 mins): Head into the mountains to see traditional white-sailed windmills and climb down into the mythical birthplace of Zeus in the Diktaean Cave.
The CreteVillas4U Advantage
🤝 Lowest Price Guarantee! Book with confidence, knowing you’re getting the best deal available through CreteVillas4U. 🛡️ Managed by CreteVillas4U | Experts in Cretan hospitality ensuring a seamless, high-quality stay.
To ensure a stress-free holiday experience, we will send you a link to our GuestGuide4u approximately two weeks prior to your arrival. This guide will include many details for the house, recommendations for local activities in Crete, suggested restaurants, and other helpful travel information.
🧳 Included Services •Welcome Basket: Filled with local Cretan treats upon arrival. •Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen change every 3-4 days. •24/7 Support: Managed by the dedicated CreteVillas4U team. •Pre-arrival shopping service free of charge (cost of the groceries is not included) •Professional Pool & Garden maintenance.
🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost) •Private Chef, Wine Tasting, Beauty Treatments, or Personal Training. •Car rentals and transfers (with exclusive guest discounts), sailing trips, guided tours, and private boat rentals. •Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call. 1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 16:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 11:00 on the Departure Date. But in any case if you wish to arrive earlier or depart later than the mentioned hours feel free to contact us and we will fulfill your request if the villa is available with no extra cost. If your arrival will be delayed, you must contact us so that alternative arrangements can be made. If you fail to do so you may not be able to gain access to the Property. If you fail to arrive by midday on the day after the Arrival Date and you have not contacted us, we may treat the booking as having been cancelled by you.
2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not enter the property or stay overnight in the property. Any kind of Party for more than the people staying in the property must be informed prior booking the villa, which in some cases it might not be accepted and if accepted extra charge might apply. In case you do so, we can refuse to hand over the Property to you, or can require you to leave. We will treat any of these circumstances as a cancelation of the booking by you and we shall be under no obligation to refund you for any fees already paid to us in those circumstances. Any refund will be at our sole discretion
3. Every effort has been made to ensure that you have an enjoyable and memorable holiday. If however, you have any cause for complaint it is important that action is taken as soon as possible. It is essential that you contact us if any problem arises so that it can be speedily resolved. It is often extremely difficult (and sometimes impossible) for us to resolve difficulties properly unless we are promptly notified. In particular, complaints of a transient nature(example: electric power issues, warm water is out etc.) cannot possibly be investigated unless you will let us know as soon as possible whilst you are in residence. Also after staying in the property for 48 hours and we have not received any message or email from you about any broken facilities/amenities in the property, we will hold the guest responsible for any damages caused and must be paid or replaced by the guest on spot.
4. Smoking is Not allowed in the properties so we request all of our guests not to smoke in the properties but to smoke outside on the exterior areas such as by swimming pools, balconies, verandas, patios or terrace
5. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. Cleaning and linen change are done every 3/4 days. In case you wish for the villa to be cleaned more often, it’s possible for an extra charge.
6. Pool: The pool is not covered and is built to the standards of the Greek Tourism Organisation (EOT). Parents have full responsibility for supervision of their minor children No children under the age of 12 are permitted in the pool at any time without adult supervision. When using the pool, remember there is a certain health risk associated with this facility. Use at your own risk.
7. Fireplace: The fireplace works with wood, which will be provided. Please do not throw any paper or other combustible materials in the fireplace.
8. Tenants agree to respect the property. In case of any damage that will be made, the tenants will have to pay the cost on spot and before living the villa
9. The owner agrees to provide a clean home, cleaned just before the arrival of tenants. Cleaning is done by us, changing towels and bed linen is included in the price.
10. Not suitable for children at the ages of 2-12 years old (stairs and some rails without protection).
11. The lead guest (the oldest member of the group) must be at least 25 years old.
12. Please respect the quiet hours from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM and from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Do not forget to turn off the A/C units, the lights of the property, as well as any electrical device that you may have used.
Please leave the house in the same condition as you would like to find it when coming here.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 16:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 11:00 on the Departure Date.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 1039Κ10000389800
Property # 12028505
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
Agia Pelagia
Located in Malevizi, this villa is near theme parks. Museum of El Greco and Nikos Kazantzakis Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heraklion Port and Stay Wet. Travelling with kids? Consider Natural History Museum of Crete, or check out an event or a game at Pankritio Stadium. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
The Red Pepper Mediterranean Restaurant - 4 min drive
Almyra - 20 min walk
Γρηγόρης - 7 min drive
H2O restaurant - 4 min drive
Ikaros Lobby Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does New Luxury Villa w/ Private Pool, Spa & Sea Views! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
Is New Luxury Villa w/ Private Pool, Spa & Sea Views! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at New Luxury Villa w/ Private Pool, Spa & Sea Views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at New Luxury Villa w/ Private Pool, Spa & Sea Views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at New Luxury Villa w/ Private Pool, Spa & Sea Views!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is New Luxury Villa w/ Private Pool, Spa & Sea Views! located?
This family-friendly Malevizi villa is within a 5-minute walk of Mononaftis Beach and Stay Wet. Peninsula Private Beach and Psaromoura Beach are also within 10 minutes.
About the host
Hosted by Manos Dafermos
Hello and welcome. I’m Manos Dafermos, founder and manager of CreteVillas4U. I grew up in a small family-run hotel here in Crete, so hospitality has always been a natural part of my life. From a young age I learned that offering a great stay is not just about clean rooms or efficient service, it’s about genuine care, warmth and treating people the way you would treat your own guests at home. Today, through CreteVillas4U, I continue this philosophy with every traveller who chooses one of our properties. My goal is simple: to make your holiday feel effortless, safe and truly memorable. Our team is always here for anything you need, from local tips and special arrangements to helping you discover the real Crete beyond the guidebooks. Guests often tell us how comfortable they felt knowing someone was always available for them and how smooth and personal their entire experience was. Take a look at our Trustpilot reviews, they say it better than I can. I look forward to welcoming you to our island and making sure your stay is exactly what you hoped for and even a little more. Warm regards, Manos
CreteVillas4u Head Offices are located in Rethymnon , Crete, Lasithiou 1 Str. under the approval of the Greek Tourism Organization with License number: 1041E70000184301
Why they chose this property
Villa Filios Vrachos is perched on a scenic hill in the Agia Pelagia area, offering unrivaled panoramic views of the Cretan Sea. Nestled in a peaceful and private setting, the villa is just minutes from golden sandy beaches, local restaurants, cafes, and shops, combining the tranquillity of a hillside retreat with easy access to all the amenities and attractions of this charming coastal village. Its central location makes it perfect for exploring Crete while being very close to Heraklion city and Heraklion Airport, providing both convenience and easy access to the island’s top attractions. For added convenience, there is a public bus stop just metres from the villa, offering direct connections to Heraklion city centre.
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