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Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities

Holiday home in Apokoronas with private pool and kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 41130.2 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Samonas Olive Tree
  • Place, Kalyves Beach
  • Place, Port of Souda
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities

Villa Aridane is located in the small village of Melidoni in the Apakoronas region of Western Crete. Set in picturesque countryside with olive groves and views of the White Mountains, the house is close to the region's beautiful beaches, traditional villages and lively markets. Here you can enjoy authentic Crete in an idyllic setting - an ideal place to relax and explore!

The villa is built from traditional quarry stone and offers plenty of space for four people with two bedrooms, a living room, large balcony and terrace.

On the ground floor are the kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom and guest toilet with shower. The living room and the very large balcony are on the first floor. The first bedroom has a double bed. The second bedroom has two single beds. Both bedrooms have their own air conditioning and patio doors to the garden. The living room is on the first floor of the house and has two exits to the large balcony. From the balcony you have fantastic views of the White Mountains, the bay of Souda and the beach of Georgioupoli.

The house is surrounded by a beautiful garden. The terrace is just above the pool in front of the house. Next to the house there is a bricked barbecue. The pool is 4m*8m. In the cooler months it can be heated with a pool heater (pool heating on request, € 15.00 per 24 hours).

The villa has a solar hot water system and a photovoltaic system so that during the sunny summer months electricity and hot water are generated in an environmentally friendly way using only solar energy.

Bed linen, towels and pool towels are included in the price. The house is cleaned and linen changed every 4 days.

We invite you to visit our website www.ariadne-melidoni.com to see more photos and learn more about our villa and the area.

Please note that the Greek government has introduced a new levy, the Climate Resilience Levy, which is €15 per day per rental. We are obliged to collect this levy separately. Since 2026 the Climate Resilience Levy is includes in the rental fees.

Melidoni is a small village with no bus connections. You will therefore need a hire car in any case.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

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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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 00003035817

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Apokoronas

Located in Apokoronas, this holiday home is in a rural area. 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 Kalamaki Beach. Art of Living Glass Factory and Maritime Museum of Crete are also worth visiting.
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Melidoni, Chania

What's nearby

  • Samonas Olive Tree - 13 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Kalyves Beach - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Almyrida Beach - 19 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Georgioupolis Beach - 21 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Port of Souda - 26 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Souvlakerie - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kioski - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nektar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Παρασιά - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Agios Nikolaos Fort, Samonas Cave and Samonas Olive Tree. Kalyves Beach and Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clément D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house with breathtaking views on the mountains and over the sea. The pool was great and the surroundings were amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise T.

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

Beautiful Villa

Stunning setting and very pretty villa. Well equipped and perfect for a peaceful get away surrounded by beautiful authentic Cretan villages and nature.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really beautiful property in a nice quiet location. Nice tavernas in driving distance in local untouristy villages. Very nice sized pool. House was spotlessly clean and has everything you need. Great recommendations from host on what to do in the local area which we just followed for the week were there. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon S.

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

Beautiful stone-built house in spectacular mountain location

My wife and I plus our son and his girlfriend stayed for several nights in mid Spring and loved it. Strategic mountain location for Chania and Rethymnon and also close to road over White Mountains to Sfakia. Driving the final stretch from Pemonia to Melidoni is quite hairy so do take care!! Beautifully managed by Susanne and photos fully do the house justice. Marvelous crockery set and great welcome package!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad Boyack B.

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

Great Hosts, Beautiful Home

Beautifully located in the foothills of Crete, but close to villages where you can shop for food, go to beaches, or find a nice taverna with traditional food. It was the highlight of our trip to Crete!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P.

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

Family holiday

Great property in a peacful and stunning location. Local shop just a short drive away, we were also able to visit local towns on the north and south coast of Crete. Fabulous tavernas close by made this a great holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

A beautiful property, in a wonderful location

We had a wonderful week in this beautiful property. The house (and its garden/pool) were perfect, and the location was delightful (we enjoyed walking up into the hills/mountains directly from the house). We would highly recommend this property and very much hope to return for a holiday here ourselves in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Judi C.

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

Idyllic location

We enjoyed a wonderful relaxing week, swimming in the pool and exploring local countryside. The villa has everything that you need, and Stavros gave us lots of useful advice when we arrived on where to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

A True Oasis

The property had everything as promised in the listing. It is a lovely property
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michel O.

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

Very nice house

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Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Beautiful Vills in quiet location

We had the good fortune of staying at this beautiful villa for 2 weeks and found it peaceful and relaxing. The villa is very well equipped and finished to a very high standard. A car is essential as it at the top of windy roads in the mountains but this should not put you off as the views are stunning. I could not speak highly enough of this villa. Loved it!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda M.

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

Fabulous villa in stunning location

I highly recommend Villa Ariadne. Spotlessly clean on arrival with a very generous welcome pack of provisions. The location is wonderful with views of the mountains and of the coastline, and with a generous sized swimming pool. You could easily laze away the days without moving from the villa and have a peaceful and restorative holiday. However, it's also great as a base to explore the countryside and the coast - only approx 20 mins drive to the nearest beach and 10-15 to the main east-west road that takes you to other parts of the island (car is essential if staying here). Hosts very responsive if you need anything. Cannot fault anything about the stay - truly wonderful.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

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

Exactly as promised

We booked 10 days at Villa Ariadne, largely on the basis of previous reviewers' comments... They weren't wrong! The location (quiet, peaceful, relaxing, extraordinary views), the property itself (well equipped, tastefully furnished, thoughtful touches courtesy of the owners) and our hosts Samantha and Jerry (friendly, welcoming, helpful, unobtrusive) -- all lived up to the promise. Unquestionably 5 stars.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sylweriusz F.

Great experience

When looking for coziness combined with comfort, privacy and unforgettable views - Ariadne is THE location. Close enough to Chania with easy access to highway and sandy beaches offers chilling winds in evenings (we did not have to use AC at all!) great opportunities for hikers and runners (steep hills :-)) Private pool with clear water and exceptional, panoramic view. Dinners on spacious terrace under Milky Way and with a melody of sheep bells coming from the valleys.... sounds too romantic? That was what we were looking for and we found it all at Ariadne in Melidoni. Highly recommended! Iza and Sylweriusz
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carl T.

Excellent property in stunning location

Stayed last week at this lovely newly built and extremely well appointed stone house. Ariadne and Amalthea, the house next door, offer a peaceful, unspoilt, quiet location with superb views from every aspect of the spectacular mountains and the coast. Both the inside and outside space of the house has been well designed. Inside the house the furnishings are of a high standard and the beds were extremely comfortable. The shaded first floor dining terrace gives a stunning panoramic view and is to die for! The private pool is well maintained with a separate shallow area for children. In the garden and at the poolside the owners have thoughtfully provided lots of choice of comfy seating areas. Melidoni is a lovely small village with a coffee/beer house. Within a short drive there are supermarkets and many excellent local taverna restaurants that serve good local dishes. We were told that WiFi is to be installed shortly, at the moment it can be accessed from local taverna's. The house's are managed locally by Stavros who is very friendly and helpful with any queries. He is also a mine of information about the local area and interesting places to visit. We will definitely be returning as soon as possible to this very special place in Melidoni!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Phil W.

Beautiful property with bags of character & amazing views.

Villa Ariadne is a small piece of paradise tucked away in the hills but near enough to visit the local coastal resorts. The views were amazing whichever way you looked out from the villa. The mountains to the rear were particularly beautiful in the early morning light, whilst the view down to the coast from the front of the villa was equally impressive. The villa itself was full of character and particularly well designed. It was a pleasure to stay here. We loved the building!! A fantastic base for a relaxing break. Not sure how old the property is but it felt new. Extremely clean and well maintained, as was the pool. Stavros was really easy to deal with and gave us lots of tips on where to visit and where to get good local Cretan food. We found the whole experience straightforward. Samantha and Jeremy Storer helped us through the booking process and suppled directions for finding the villa on the day of our arrival which was spot on. The villa was cleaned thoroughly halfway through our stay along with a change of towels and bedding. Probably to a higher standard than most hotels I have stayed in previously. Overall, a fabulous villa and I suspect that at some point we may return. Phil Witcomb & Amanda Carter.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Udo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tres belle maison de vacances, bien equipee, bien situee au calme avec une belle vue sur les montagne. A recommander sans hesitation.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine perfekte Auszeit in Melidoni :-DDieses Haus entspricht genau den Fotos und ist einfach toll - sauber, superschön, liebe voll gestaltet, großer Pool in absoluter Ruhelage mitten in der Natur. Die Ausstattung ist top - sogar die Messer schneiden :-P (ich kenne das auch anders). Geschirrspülertaps, Waschmaschinentabs, Kaffe & Tee und sogar eine kleines kulinarisches Willkommenspaket standen bereit. Man wohnt ziemlich abseits, das muss einem bei der Buchung klar sein, das war allerdings genau das, was wir wollten - einfach in Ruhe abschalten können und den tollen Ausblickgenießen. Alles in allem 100 % Weiterempfehlung von uns 3
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ainsley C.

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

Peace & tranquility in the mountains

We very much enjoyed our stay at Villa Ariadne, which was well equipped with everything you might need. Admittedly, the drive to reach the villa is quite hairy but you are rewarded with spectacular views, peace and a cool climate (2-3oC cooler than the coast). The pool was perfect for a dip and the villa sympathetically decorated. We frequently visited Kalyves and enjoyed meals in Vamos. Susanne and Marianna were incredibly responsive to all our queries - they couldn't have been more helpful. A lovely, peaceful and authentic stay in Crete.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank I.

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

Schöne Unterkunft mit herrlicher Aussicht auf die Weißen Berge

Wir haben eine tolle Woche im Oktober verlebt. Die Unterkunft ist super in Schuss, geräumig und bietet mit Pool, Riesen Terrasse und fantastischer Aussicht auf die Weißen Berge viele Anreite, einfach am Haus zu entspannen. Das Haus ist Teil eines kleinen Ensembles von Ferienhäusern. Alles sehr gepflegt und ruhig auf ca 409 Metern Höhe etwas außerhalb des Dorfes Melidoni gelegen (kleiner Tipp: Google Plus Code „ 94P8+RMR Melidoni, Griechenland“ ins Handy eingeben, damit man nicht im falschen Melidoni landet). Ansonsten braucht man ein Auto. Der nächste Supermarkt ist ca 10 Minuten Fahrt entfernt.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope S.

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

Serene mountain getaway

We loved being away from it all but with adventures nearby.. beaches, hiking, biking, small villages with excellent dining and historical value. An excellent option after hopping from island to island for some downtime .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

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

Amazing fortnight

absolutely stunning view if you don’t mind being in the mountains. the stone house was very clean, modern and up to date. also well maintained . it was an amazing holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Oswald the cat

Fantastic villa in a beautiful setting . Pool was amazing and very clean we swam everyday . Enjoyed the veranda at night watching the stars . The local cat was such lovely company too . Thanks Samantha and Jerry for making us so welcome .
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleg R.

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

Peaceful & Relaxing 5 Stars

Excellent property with extraordinary views of the magical white mountains Extremely clean and very well maintained throughout Beautiful private pool with several sun loungers and umbrellas Well appointed kitchen and BBQ area Air con in bedrooms, comfy beds for a great nights sleep Great communication with host There around surrounding villas but we never heard from them and it feels very private and quiet You need a car to get around, roughly 45min drive to Chania but there are many charming villages and beaches only a 20min drive away
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buck D.

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

Magical Place

There is something magical about relaxing by the pool while looking at the snow on the mountain peaks and then turning and seeing the Aegean in the distance. The hosts were wonderful and made us feel welcome without being obtrusive. The quiet at night was a peaceful respite after our time in Athens. We hope to return as the fates allow.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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