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Villa Amvrosia Crete
Villa Amvrosia, Crete
Villa Amvrosia Crete
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Armeni, Crete
    Kalyves Beach
    10 min drive
    Kiani Beach
    14 min drive
    Almyrida Beach
    16 min drive
    Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    39 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Villa Amvrosia

A sophisticated and charming Villa with the extravagant addition of an indoor *heated jacuzzi pool on the lower level, the true worth of Villa Amvrosia is in its matchless outside space. A gorgeous L shaped pool is set into the beautifully furnished deck which, thanks to its hillside setting, is built at treetop level with views of the village of Stylos perched on the lower slopes of the dramatic White Mountains.
A second, lower deck is set in a small copse and furnished with table tennis, hammock and a swing seat beside a spacious fully equipped barbecue kitchen and dining area.
The villa's landscaped gardens have been chiseled out of the stony Cretan hillside and there’s even a pretty aviary holding a host of small birds at the entrance.

Location
Villa Amvrosia sits on a hillside on the edge of the small and charming village of Armeni where there is a choice of tavernas, a coffee shop, minimarket and butcher/deli. There are deliveries of fresh, locally baked bread to the small cafenion of Michael's in the centre.
Just 4.3 kms away, the low key seaside resort of Kalyves has lovely shallow shelving sandy beaches and a good choice of tavernas by the waters edge. Beyond Kalyves is the next seaside village of Almyrida which again has shallow waters and sandy beaches plus numerous tavernas and cafes.
Chania Venetian Harbour is easily reached, approx 20kms away.

Outside Villa Amvrosia
Swimming pool - 9.10m x 7.9m L shaped swimming pool with sloping entry. Depth, 0.97m to 1.60m
Sunbathing deck - sunbeds, double sun bathing bed.
Covered 'chill out' area - 2 sofas and table.
Garden - landscaped gardens and lawns chiseled out of the stony Cretan hillside.
Barbecue House - BBQ, wood oven, fridge, sink with tap, large round table and chairs, cushioned bench seating, and radio.
Lower deck - table tennis, hammock, swing chair
Ground floor covered dining terrace - balcony with dining table and chairs with pool and mountain views.
Ground floor Covered Terrace 2 - table and chairs.
(Also mentioned below - Indoor *Heated Jacuzzi Pool - step entry shallow pool with jacuzzi jets. 3.40m x 3.40m, depth 1m)

Inside Villa Amvrosia
Lower Ground Floor
Single bedroom - 1 single bed and wardrobe. Air con Unit.
Shower room - shower, hand basin, W.C.
Storeroom- Washing machine.
Den - desk and chairs, bench seating, books, games, door to lower deck.
*Heated Jacuzzi Pool - step entry shallow pool with jacuzzi jets. 3.40m x 3.40m, depth 1m.

Ground floor Villa Amvrosia
Open plan living room
Sitting area – L shaped comfy sofa, gall fronted fireplace, plasma TV with satellite (limited channels/news only), DVD player, French doors to dining balcony. Air Con Unit.
Kitchen Area - Painted wood fitted cupboards, double sink, electric oven with ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, espresso maker (Tassimo brand capsules) and fridge freezer. Small table and chairs. Window above the sink to the garden, stable door to small covered terrace.
Dining Area - Wooden table and seating for 6.
Cloakroom - WC., hand basin.
Covered balcony - dining table and chairs with mountain view

First Floor - Villa Amvrosia
Double bedroom, ensuite shower room - 1 double bed, dressing area with fitted wardrobe, windows to pool and mountain view. En suite shower, washbasin and WC. Air con unit
Twin bedroom – 2 single beds, fitted wardrobes and double doors to balcony with views of olive tree terracing. Air con Unit.
Family bathroom - corner bath with shower over, hand basin, WC

Housekeeping
Your Villa will be prepared for you on arrival with fresh bath and hand towels and all beds made up.
For stays of 7 nights or more - house towels will be changed every 3 - 4 days.
For stays of 14 nights or more - bed linen will be changed every 7 days.
Pool/beach towels - one per person for the duration of your stay.

Parking - Ample parking area next to the villa.

NB* The indoor pool is heated during the cooler months of April, May, October & November only.

Property manager

Freelance Villas
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-00:00

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a 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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 91003008401

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 villa 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 Nea Chora Beach. Art of Living Glass Factory and Maritime Museum of Crete are also worth visiting.
Map
Armeni, Crete

What's nearby

  • Kalyves Beach - 10 min drive
  • Ancient City of Aptera - 11 min drive
  • Kiani Beach - 14 min drive
  • Almyrida Beach - 16 min drive
  • Port of Souda - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tsunami - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tzitzikas - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Thalami - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Coffee & Goodies Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mythos - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Amvrosia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Amvrosia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Amvrosia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Amvrosia located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Kalyves Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Blue Coast and Kera. Ancient City of Aptera and Almyrida Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Morris

A wonderful villa
Everything, apart from the two small issues mentioned. The door to the en-suite bathroom is missing. Asking visitors to take their rubbish to the dumpsters in the village at the end of the stay is not very welcome when the hire car is full to the seams with people and luggage.
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10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Idyllic retreat
- Once again Villa Amvrosia delivered all we could have hoped for.A comfortable villa set in rural countryside with only the sounds of the country to disturb the peace. Carefully and intelligently designed for both sun and shade lovers. The pool and its surrounds is a delight and the views of the mountains spectacular. Just wonderful and when coupled with the generosity of the hosts truly splendid, I just wish it could have been longer. Some of the pool surrounds (decking and fences) are starting to reach the end of their life and need replacement,
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Great villa with pool
Villa Amvrosia has just about everything you could want and is extremely well equipped. It's in a peaceful location close to Armeni, and not far from Kalives. Somewhere to store the inevitable recycling. Description of the property to indicate It's less suitable for those with mobility difficulties.

8/10 Good

Jörg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöne Villa ruhig gelegen
Schöne Villa ruhige Lage, Betten sind für Deutsche Verhältnisse gewöhnungsbedürftig. Pool ist nicht beheizt, auch keine geselschaftsspiel vorhanden. Das Fliegengitter im Schlafzimmer ist defekt. Die Tischtennisplatte ist alt und schief. Alkes in allem in die Jahre gekommen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ros

Good description
Exactly as Freelance laid out and we enjoyed the peace and quiet of the lovely surroundings. Well only as you used to with all our previous visits with you,a folder with general info in the villa would be very helpfull on arrival instead of relying on the technology all the time,always good to have back up now as we have discovered,however a great time was had going over old haunts. Nick and Ros
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Our review
Quiet, peaceful, great outside area, pool Cretian kitchen, owners very kind with salad from their garden More glasses
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Perfect Villa
Absolutely stunning villa, incredible facilities and stunning location! The pictures and reviews don't do this place justice, it's out of this world! Craig
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10/10 Excellent

Our third time at Villa Amvrosia, keeps getting better
We Villa Amvrosia, third visit and booking for 2023 !
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10/10 Excellent

Jochem

Perfect for a dream vacation
They think of everything. You don't need to stress about going to a shop. Everything was there. The pool was very clean. It is perfect for the whole family. And the location was incredible, amazing view and not far from the little town where they are really nice. The pillows of the beds. The logo was quite annoying for sleeping and the pillows were to small. For the rest, everything was fine.
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10/10 Excellent

Vince

Lovely refuge for a peaceful holiday
The villa is very spacious and well appointed and provided plenty of room for 4 adults (myself, my wife and two adult sons). The kitchen was well equipped, the bedrooms comfortable and furnished with good quality mattresses (always a key consideration for me) and there was copius hot water for showering. The outside areas are extensive and provide plenty of spaces for some quiet time. The pool is excellent, there are plenty of sunbeds and the layout ensures there is always somewhere shady to sit if you need to get out of the midday sun. There is also a very well placed and comfortable hammock that got well used! The Cretan barbecue area provides a great cooking alternative and has a second fridge which was very useful for maintaining a good supply of chilled drinking water and other beverages. Overall very pleased adn would definitely consider re-booking if returning to Cre Very little to comment on with regards to improvements. The grocery pack contained the wrong capsules for the coffee machine (it's a Tassimo machine) but other than that provided a useful set of groceries to get us up and runnning on arrival.
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10/10 Excellent

Sam

Superb stay
Beautiful villa - we’ve stayed in quite a few and this tops the lot. Just as advertised, if not better. We arrived to a fruit basket, wine and biscuits. The villa was very clean and simply decorated inside. Lovely balconies and we loved the very private pool area. We loved being surrounded by nature (the dawn chorus here is unreal!) - beautiful views across to the mountains with glorious sunsets. The added extras (table tennis and jacuzzi) kept us entertained. Great location near the village and two small sandy beaches (Kalyves and Almyrida). We ate in the big restaurant in Armenoi village three times….beware the huge portions - “appetisers” are more like big sharing plates! The local coffee shop also does pancakes and omelettes for breakfast. The only downside was that we came back covered in mosquito bites….definitely not unique to this villa - they’re everywhere in the evening! But we did wish we had mozzie nets for night-time….maybe something the owners could consider.
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10/10 Excellent

ALEXA

Above expectations
Everything about this villa was pleasant. It was clean, quiet and homely. Our stay in Crete was wonderful as a result. The view from every sitting place was beautiful and uninterrupted. A short drive overall from Chania airport and plenty of room for parking outside. The local restaurants were a great find. Additionally all the furniture was attractive and of a great quality. We felt very spoilt. Thank you so much. I will definitely be using Freelance Villas again.
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10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Spectacular villa in a plum location
The villa is well presented and intelligently designed. The terraces and views are magnificent. The pool is wonderful. The outdoor areas are well designed for both shade and sun. The rooms are comfortable Nice owners It is only a short walk from the village, its tavernas and shops. The wi-fi only has a weak signal
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Just what we had hoped for and a little bit more!
What a gorgeous villa and beautiful surroundings. We had very much wanted privacy and peace and quiet which is exactly what we got. Knowing Kalyves and Almirida well, we were looking for somewhere close by and this was perfect. The pool area and outside areas were simply lovely, enabling you to either chase the sun all day or escape into a shady area. The views are stunning with the mountains all around. The pool itself is just fabulous and we spent most of our time floating around! The evenings were lovely sitting in the warm air and enjoying a G&T under the stars. Bed was very comfortable and view from master bedroom just stunning. We didn't use the jacuzzi and whilst we absolutely loved the Cretan Kitchen, we only used once as couldn't get the extractor to work so the room filled with smoke pretty quickly. Plenty of amenities in the village to get you by including a fantastic butchers. The welcome pack enabled us to have a glass of wine on our late arrival and some fresh water before heading down to the bakery the following morning for breakfast supplies. Kalyves is a very short drive for one of my favourite beaches and plenty of tavernas for delicious food. We will definitely return! A couple of things we couldn't get to work (oven and BBQ extractor) reported on our return (did not see the owner during the week or would have mentioned it) and apparently they were working but we were not using correctly. Detailed instructions would be helpful as I followed what was there and guessed in other areas. These didn't affect our holiday though. Although still warm and air con in use on some nights, an extra cover rather than just a sheet on the bed would have been a bit more comfortable. The villa is looking a little tired in places which may require some refresh to justify the price increase for same time next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Excellent Villa, great outdoor area
Pool area was brilliant Villa is not walking distance from bars and Tavernas due to steep incline ( unless you have above average fitness)and having to pass a number of properties with guard dogs.

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