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Eleonas Villa | Private Pool & Peaceful Mountain Escape

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An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a window.
A stone-walled room with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a decorative vase.
A stone villa with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a stone building with a tiled roof.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Chania, Crete
  • Place, Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Art of Living Glass Factory
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Almyrida Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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
Only outside

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1042Κ10003214401
Property # 8355721
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no 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

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.
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Chania, Crete

What's nearby

  • 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.

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

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words!
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Loved it!

Property is lovely and had really good social spaces. The area is great and not touristy which we loved. Great restaurants in Vámos and Kefalas.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing

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.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful villa

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
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely Villa and pool, peaceful location

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.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Alles super!
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Sehr schönes Ferienhaus in wunderschöner ruhiger Umgebung. Wir haben es sehr genossen.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Tolles Haus, für uns perfekt, Erholung pur!!

Super schönes Haus.. Wir wollten gar nicht weg.. Gut eingerichtet.. Alles nötige vorhanden. Gerne wieder!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wunderschöne Villa

Traumhaft
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Petit paradis en crete

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.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Séjour en famille

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 !
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Woche im Westen von Kreta

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Empfehlenswert

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
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Alles Top

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.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastisk hus og vært

Super lækkert hus med hyggelig have/pool område. Kan klart anbefales. Værten er sød og kommunikationen er god
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Sehr schöne Unterkunft, gerne wieder

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very nice!

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Tolles Haus

Sehr zu empfehlen
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Traumhafte Villa

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
Stayed 12 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Haussituation

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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