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Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ & Childrens Area

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A swimming pool with a dolphin design, lounge chairs, and a stone building with a tiled roof.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a stone building, and a clear blue sky.
A pool with lounge chairs, a hammock, and a stone building with a red-tiled roof.
A living room with a stone wall, a sofa, a television, and a balcony with a view.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Accommodating 8 guests, this villa features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It offers a private pool, games, and a balcony for relaxation. Enjoy nearby scuba diving and visit Tavrontis Beach or the Olive Tree of Vouves for exploration.

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Massages in spa
  • Porch or lanai
  • Childcare available
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Chania, Crete
  • Place, Tavrontis Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Olive Tree of Vouves
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Máleme Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ & Childrens Area

💖 Why Guests Love Villa Iris
• Dual-Level Oasis: Expansive two-tier garden for relaxation and family play.
• Panoramic Views: Overlooks Crete’s stunning western coast and lush hillsides.
• Ultimate Privacy: 4 bedrooms, each with an en-suite hydromassage bathroom.
• Prime Location: Steps from Tavronitis beach—ideal for exploring Chania and Balos.

🏡 Experience Grand Mediterranean Living at Villa Dream Hill Iris
Part of the exclusive `Dreamhill Villas` complex in Polemarchi, Villa Iris is an immaculate sanctuary designed for those seeking a memorable and unique holiday experience. The villa’s rustic style is both charming and warm, echoing the light of the Cretan sky. With a focus on indoor-outdoor living, you can spend your days lounging by the 8x5m private pool, dining under the patio, or taking in the breathtaking views from your private balcony. Whether you’re a large family or a group of friends, Villa Iris offers the privacy of a home with the luxury of a Mediterranean retreat.

🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout
🏠 Ground Floor
•Living & Dining: A warm, open-plan space featuring two comfortable sofas, a fireplace for winter, satellite plasma TV, DVD/CD players, and a dining table for eight.
•Fully Equipped Kitchen: Outfitted with a ceramic hob cooker, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, and an espresso machine.
•Bedrooms (1 & 2): One double bedroom and one twin bedroom. Both feature TVs, DVD players, private balconies, and hydromassage en-suites.
•Facilities: An additional guest WC for guest use.

🏠 Lower Ground Floor (Garden Level Bedrooms)
•Bedrooms (3 & 4): One double bedroom and one twin bedroom. Both offer hydromassage en-suites and sliding glass doors that open directly to the breathtaking garden.
•Utility: Dedicated laundry area with a washing machine.

🌳 Outdoor Paradise
•Private Swimming Pool: A large 8x5m pool (1.60m depth) complemented by a dedicated children’s pool.
•Two-Level Garden: A beautifully landscaped private oasis with lush greenery and garden furniture.
•Al Fresco Living: A dedicated BBQ area with a patio dining table and comfortable outdoor lounge seating.
•Parking: Private garage and additional parking spaces available on-site.

⚠️IMPORTANT NOTICE:
•Heating: Please note that oil consumption for winter is not included in the accomodation price and will be charged as an extra cost based on usage.

📍 Prime Location near Chania
Villa Dream Hill Hermes is located in Tavronitis, offering a serene base close to Chania’s most famous landmarks.
• Tavronitis Beach: 4.5 km.
• Local Village Shops: 1 km (Bakery, butcher, and mini-markets).
• Chania City Center: 23 km.
• Chania International Airport: 40 km.

🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
Within 15–30 Minutes:
•Tavronitis Beach: A quiet shore with pebbles, sand, and crystal clear blue waters, perfect for a peaceful swim.
•Kolymvari Village: Known for its traditional harbor-side fish taverns and the historic Gonia Monastery.
•Maleme Village: Visit the historical WWII site and the German War Cemetery overlooking the bay.
•Platanias & Agia Marina: The heart of Chania`s nightlife and organized beach bars, just a short drive away.

Perfect Day Trips (35+ Minutes):
•Falassarna Beach (40 mins): Frequently voted one of the best beaches in Europe, famous for its vast sandy shore and archaeological ruins.
•Chania Old Town (35 mins): Wander through the flower-lined Venetian alleys and dine at the iconic Old Venetian Harbor.
•Balos Lagoon (40 mins to Kissamos port): An exotic turquoise lagoon accessible via a short cruise from the nearby Kissamos harbor.
•Elafonisi Beach (1 hour 30 mins): Visit the world-famous pink sand beach and protected cedar forest on the southwest coast.
•Samaria Gorge (1 hour to Omalos): Embark on a legendary hike through one of Europe`s longest and most beautiful gorges.

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 includes house details, local recommendations, and helpful travel information.

🧳 Included Services
• Welcome Pack: Fresh fruit, local pastries, or a bottle of wine to start your stay.
• Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen change included every 3/4 days.
• 24/7 Support: Managed by the dedicated CreteVillas4U team. • Professional Pool & Garden maintenance.

🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost)
• Private Chef, Wine Tasting, or Beauty Treatments.
• Car rentals and transfers (with exclusive guest discounts).
• Pre-arrival shopping service.
• Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call.
1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 15:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 10.30 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 us by swimming pools, balconies, verandas, patios or terrace

5. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. Cleaning and linnen change is 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. Hot Tub: No children under the age of 5 permitted in hot tubs at any time without adult supervision. When using the hot tub, remember there is a certain health risk associated with this facility. Use at your own risk. Our housekeepers drain, sanitize, refill and replenish chemicals in all tubs prior to your arrival therefore it may not be warm until later that evening.

7. Pool: The pool is not covered, built to the standards of the Greek Tourism Organization EOT. Parents have full responsibility for supervision of their minor children No children under the age of 12 permitted 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.

8. Fireplace: The fireplace is working with wood which will be provided.

9. Tenants agree to respect the property. In case of any damage that will be made, the tenants will have to pay the cost on the spot and before leaving the villa.

10. 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.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 15:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 10.30 on the Departure Date.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1042Κ10000023300
Property # 8477220
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Platanias

Located in Platanias, this villa is near a water park. Old Venetian Harbor is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Platanias Beach and Agia Marina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Golfland, or check out an event or a game at Kissamos Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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Chania, Crete

What's nearby

  • Tavrontis Beach - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Olive Tree of Vouves - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Máleme Beach - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Platanias Beach - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Platanias Square - 11 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Η αcαcία του Αγά - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lounge Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Μπουκιά & Γεύσεις - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ioannis Kafenagogeio - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Freshness - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ & Childrens Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ & Childrens Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ & Childrens Area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ & Childrens Area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ & Childrens Area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ & Childrens Area located?

This family-friendly Platanias villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Olive Tree of Vouves, Karavitakis Winery and Tavrontis Beach. German War Cemetery is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous villa for the family

Really lovely villa which was clean and had plenty of space for a family. Manolis was a grat manager and helped us whenever needed. We also had some fruit and other food on our arrival which was really helpful after our flight. The villa is on a hillside so a car is necessary but once we figured out how the villages were placed and what amenities were where it was easy to navigate around. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2022
Hello Lyndsey and thank you for your 5* comments. We are more than happy for your review and the fact that you have found more than you expected from our holiday house. It's very important for us that you had an absolutely amazing holiday at our stylish and luxurious villa. Thank you again for your kind words, we try our best and we are glad that you enjoyed our services and the whole experience was delightful. We are looking forward to welcome you back again in Crete. Best, Cretevillas4u team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A magical stay in Crete

Upon renting Villa Iris, I kept thinking that this property could not possibly be as beautiful as the pictures suggest. I was very wrong — it is even more gorgeous and well-kept. Everything about our stay was magical. The manager was kind, patient and very responsive. The views — to die for! Bedrooms were comfortable and the house was very clean. The garden was filled with many fragrant flowers in bloom which attracted hundreds of butterflies. Our family of 4 adults and 4 children had a wonderful time. We can’t wait to return! Thank you so much for renting Villa Iris to us!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2022
Hello Agnieszka and thank you for your 5* comments. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and you want to rent again in the future. Thank you again for your kind words, we provide numerous services to our guests in order to spend memorable holidays to our island. We are looking forward to welcome you back again in Crete. Best, Cretevillas4u team.

About the host

Hosted by Manos Dafermos

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Hello there,
I am Manos, owner and manager of CreteVillas4U. I have been in the hospitality sector long before CreteVillas4U, however. I was actually born, grew up, and spent most of my life in a hotel owned by my family. So, I guess it came as no surprise when I expressed my wish to study in Rhodes’ Tourism School and, later on, when I decided to start my own business in the sector.
One thing I learned growing up in a family-run hotel is that hospitality is more than hotel management, logistics and operations. It is a culture, passing down from one generation to the next. You can study to be a hotel manager but you cannot study to be hospitable.
I apply this philosophy in my business as well. The rule is simple: the guests of the villas I manage are my guests. As an active traveller, I expect nothing less myself.
The fourth generation of Dafermos hoteliers has already been born. I know now that my two beautiful children will probably follow my steps, like I did before them. There is a small difference though: they are smarter, more educated, better (big smile).

CreteVillas4u Head Offices are located in Rethymnon , Crete, Lasithiou 1 Str. under the approval of the Greek Tourism Organization with License number: 1041E70000184301

All the best,
Manos Dafermos

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