Luxury villa on a hill overlooking the Aegean Sea 1,5 km to beach-pet friendly

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Explore the area

Rethymno, Crete

Rethimno Kart
6 min drive
Horse Park Rethymno
6 min drive
Platanes Beach
13 min drive
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
71 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Weelchair accessible

Traditional cosy-style villa built in June 2011 this Villa has been created as “home away from home”. Villa Kivotos is just 7 km from the Venetian town of Rethymnon, therefore providing the perfect blend of country and city. 80 sqm allows for villa Kivotos to be well laid out offering kitchen/dinner open plan lounge with balcony doors five feet long and with a romantic veranda overlooking the Aegean Sea, three double bedrooms and two bathrooms.

An air of tranquillity has been created by the use of natural materials in the building and decoration of this villa. The swimming pool and flower garden are set in an unspoilt natural environment providing a setting of complete relaxation. Kivotos Villa is unique in that it offers a fully alarmed swimming pool to ensure the safety of our younger guests. Also in the hope that your holiday is completely relaxing, a babysitting can be arranged and with the owners living nearby, your holiday is guaranteed to be unforgettable.

Changeover day
Changeover day can be flexible. The Villa will be available on the day of arrival from 16:00.
We would be grateful if the villa is vacated by 11:00 on the day of departure. Should there be no following booking a later time can be arranged with no extra cost.

Accommodation
Bedrooms: Master bedroom is situated on the ground floor with a double bed. Another double bedroom is situated in the same floor with two single beds.
In the mezzanine floor (basement) is situated a suite with 1 double bed and 1 sofa. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning with no extra cost.
Bathrooms: On the ground floor is one bathroom with a luxury shower,wash basin & toilet fully equipped for the wheel chair users.
The second bathroom is equipped with a wash basin,a toilet and a Jacuzzi .
Kitchen: Modern wooden kitchen fully equipped offering ,cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, toaster and a dinning table with four chairs and stools.
Living Room : The living room with his balcony door of five feet long is the”must “ of this villa . It is also equipped with air conditioning, a flat screen satellite TV, DVD player & Hi Fi .

Accessibility
Villa Kivotos is designed and equipped also for the disabled and handicapped.
Two bedrooms are in the ground floor, all the doors are opening to an extend of one meter, one bathroom is fully equipped for the weel chair user & access ramps are used in the garden and to the pool to ensure the safety of our guests.
The access road to the property level is smooth
Corridor and doors are wide enough for a wheelchair . A wheelchair user can access to all the main areas of the property
2 bedrooms are on the ground floor. Main sockets, light switches and alarm cords are easily reach from a seated position.
The shower has a 'wheel-in' level access and there is a fold-down shower seat.Taps and grab rails are reachable from a seated position. There is enough space to safely move from a wheelchair to a toilet seat

Cleaning /towels/linen/maid service :
Villa Kivotos provides all linen and towels, even for the pool. The property is cleaned once per week (for a stay of one week and twice per week for a stay of two weeks and more) with a complete change of linen and towels. Additional cleaning and change of linen can be arranged at an extra cost.
Notes on accommodation
At no extra cost the villa comes with full air-conditioning and Wi-Fi connection and all baby equipment (2 cot, 2 high chair ) hopefully providing the most comfortable & enjoyable holiday in an unforgettable environment. Also a complementary basket will be waiting for you upon arrival.
Amenities/ Facilities provided
Hob, oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, iron/ironing board, satellite TV, TV, internet access, air conditioning –heating, ,cot, high chair, barbecue, private pool.
Organic cultivation
In the garden of Kivotos Villa we cultivate seasonal vegetables with organic methods. Guests can pick up tomatoes, cucumber, aubergines, pepers and aromatic herbes etc for cooking

Outside
Within the pool area is a barbecue and sun loungers. Pool towels are provided. The swimming pool 8m x 4m is private to the residence of Villa Kivotos and is cleaned daily.
No diving is permitted.
The garden is home to some traditional plants to the Mediterranean and parking is provided in the private and secured area of the Villa..

Property manager

Eva Maravelaki

Languages

English, French, Greek

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Our guests must feal home away from home and treat the villa with respect

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Long-term renters welcome

Seniors-only community.

This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system

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 not indicated whether 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 1041Κ91002919601

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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Platanes Beach and Blue Beach, while Paleontological Museum and Museum of Wooden Sculptures are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Rethimno Kart and Reptisland. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.

Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

Rethimno Kart - 6 min drive
Rethymnon Town Hall - 10 min drive
Rethymnon Venetian Port - 11 min drive
Platanes Beach - 13 min drive
Town Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

‪Skypark - ‬5 min drive
‪Sky Park - ‬5 min drive
‪Upano - ‬5 min drive
‪Paprica - ‬3 min drive
‪Vergina - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury villa on a hill overlooking the Aegean Sea 1,5 km to beach-pet friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury villa on a hill overlooking the Aegean Sea 1,5 km to beach-pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Luxury villa on a hill overlooking the Aegean Sea 1,5 km to beach-pet friendly ?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury villa on a hill overlooking the Aegean Sea 1,5 km to beach-pet friendly ?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Luxury villa on a hill overlooking the Aegean Sea 1,5 km to beach-pet friendly located?

This family-friendly Rethymno villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Platanes Beach, Rethimno Kart and Horse Park Rethymno. Mili Gorge is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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9.8/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Christophe C., Paris

28 Aug 2023

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

Simply the best

Fantastic house with a large swimming pool and a great garden. The location is perfect with a nice view on the sea and the sun all day long. Our hosts have been very nice. If you go to Rethymno, this is the perfect location

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

1 July 2023

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

Lovely villa, perfect for familys and friends

This house has everything you need. We stayed in the villa for 11 nights, 4 adults and two children. Beautiful area in a hill that over looks the sea and the village of Platanes. A car is nessesary, in this calm and quiet area. Eva is just the best host, so helpfull and kind. The pool in the garden is amazing. Easy access to super markets and restaurants in Platanes, just a 10 min drive from the house. I really hope we can come back one day.

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hubert K.

28 July 2022

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

Villa Kivotos Juli 2022

Unser Aufenthalt in der Villa Kivotos war perfekt und wird uns immer in Erinnerung bleiben ! Die Organisation über unsere Gastgeberin Eva hat problemlos funktioniert. Eva war eine hilfsbereite, jederzeit erreichbare und überaus liebenswerte Gastgeberin. Die Villa selbst bietet alle Voraussetzungen für einen schönen Urlaub auf Kreta. Wunderschöne Lage mit Meerblick, einen täglich gereinigten Pool, Garten mit Olivenbäumen, Grillmöglichkeit, geräumige Zimmer , große Terrasse, ideal auch für Familie mit Kindern, ganz einfach eine mehr als empfehlenswerte Destination. Wir werden wiederkommen !

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

robin n.

22 Aug 2020

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

An unforgettable stay

This villa is simply amazing! It is absolutely spotless and so well stocked with equipment, even small items such as dishwasher pads and toilet roll! Eva, the owner, also provided some local produce to make the holiday start smoothly. The villa is very spacious with high open beam ceilings and cool tile floors. Every window has a mosquito net, although there seem to be very few mosquitoes on Crete! The mid-week linen change and quick clean were a lovely touch. The views and the quietness are gorgeous and the pristine pool, tastefully lit up at night, makes an evening simply special. Eva is an experienced and very able owner who is always on hand for a chat if needed. Nothing was ever too much trouble and my children were always delighted to see her, especially when she brought round some desserts!! Crete is a beautiful and interesting island and villa Kivotos is the perfect place to stay. Recommend 100%.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thierry L.

15 Aug 2020

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

Superbe location

Belle maison parfaitement fonctionnelle et alignée avec l’annonce. Bonne localisation. Un merci particulier à Eva la propriétaire dont les attentions et la gentillesse n’ont pas leur pareil. Location chaudement recommandée.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Irmhild A.

1 Oct 2019

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

schöne Sicht - super Service-sehr sauber!!

Wir haben im September zwei wunderbare Wochen im Haus "Kivotos" verbracht. Der Blick von der Terrasse war wunderschön und die Ruhe dort hat sehr gut getan. Eva und ihr Mann waren sehr aufmerksam und freundlich, wegen Fragen immer erreichbar und sehr hilfsbereit. Der Kühlschrank war bei unserer Ankunft mit allem Wichtigen gefüllt und wir durften auch ihr selbst hergestelltes Olivenöl und Marmelade genießen. Handtücher und Bettwäsche und das gesamte Haus wurden alle paarTage von einem sehr freundlichen und ordentlichem Herrn gereinigt. Um den Pool hat sich Evas Mann täglich gekümmert. Wir haben die Zeit sehr genossen und bedanken uns noch mal sehr herzlich!!! Dietmar, Irmhild und Kinder

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

10 Sept 2019

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

Amazing Villa

A beautiful villa in the hills with a wonderful sea view, its only 10 minutes from the old town of Rythmno which boasts a venetian harbour, shops and plenty of restaurants. Just down the road is the beach with many access points to the sea offering sun beds, parasols and many places offering drinks and food. The villa itself is excellent, offering a beatiful terrace to enjoy the view, a lovely pool with plenty of seating areas both in and out of the shade to enjoy the weather. Inside its well maintained, clean and modern, with each room offering air con. Plenty of space as well with 3 large bedrooms, 2 large bathrooms, both with showers and a spacious kitchen-diner area adjacent to the terrace if the sun gets a little too hot , there is even a room with a selection of toys and games that kept our toddler entertained for ages. Our hosts were wonderful and very accommodating, they provided some basic food and drink on arrival, and even some of their own home grown olive oil! Cannot more thoroughly recommend this villa, some places the pictures flatter to deceive but this place matched up to expectations and even exceeded them.

10/10 Excellent

Adam S., Brighton

11 Aug 2019

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Simply wonderful

Eva was a brilliant host of her hugely impressive property. Prior to arrival excellent communication Met us on way to property to ensure we did not get lost. The house was simply wonderful. Purpose built, much more spacious than pictures suggest. Pool cleaned every morning, and was perfect. Wonderful. view down to coast. Stunning sunsets. Great beach a short drive away. Extremely impressive attention to detail. Loved it. Thanks Eva.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

7 July 2019

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Great place for family holiday

Hosts were very welcoming and hospitable and the place was perfect. Would definitely want to come back!!!

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

21 Oct 2018

Fenomenal schönes Ferienhaus

Wir waren mit zwei Familien im Oktober im Ferienhaus und es war einer der schönsten Herbsturlaube die wir jeh erlebt haben. Das Haus liegt sehr schön, ist sehr sauber und die Bilder werden vom VOrorteindruck eher noch übertroffen. Auch bei uns war der Kühlschrank mit dem nötigsten bestückt so das man ganz in Ruhe ankommen und das nächste Frühstück genießen konnte. Die Kinder haben es genossen im Garten herum zu strolchen und den Pool zu benutzen. Das Haus ist der Ideale Ausganzpunkt für Exkursionen in die Umgebung. Alles im Allem sehr empfehlenswert.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

claudine C.

20 Sept 2018

Wonderfull stay

We have been kindly received by Eva, the villa is spacious, clean and have elegantly furnished guest room. Thee landscape is really lovely, little set back of the coast what we appreciated for calm with a stunning view over the bay of Rethimno. Nous avons été gentiment accueillis par Eva, la maison est spacieuse, très bien entretenue et le cadre est magnifique: un peu en retrait de la côte ce qui est un avantage pour le calme avec une vue imprenable sur la baie de Rethimno.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christophe L.

5 Sept 2018

Excellent séjour

Ce qui rend le séjour agréable, c'est bien sûr la qualité de la maison (aménagée avec goût, bien équipée, spacieuse), les prestations (ménage 2 fois/semaine, grande piscine très propre entretenue tous les jours, quelques victuailles à l'arrivée, tout le nécessaire pour le quotidien: sel/poivre/liquide vaisselle/papier aluminium...), le jardin, la vue sur mer mais surtout l'attention d'Eva pour tous les détails. Une présence discrète mais attentive, une disponibilité, des conseils qui facilitent les vacances. La maison est assez isolée, il faut avoir une voiture mais l'emplacement permet de visiter la région et les commerces sont à une poignée de km. Bref, nous recommandons cette location car la prestation est d'une très grande qualité.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gareth J.

25 Aug 2018

Cretan Paradise

The photographs do not do justice to this beautiful villa, location and views. Absolutely stunning!! The villa is situated in the hills overlooking the seaside resort of Platanes, to the east of Rethimno and a 10 minute drive away from the beach and main shops for food. Ideal location for a relaxing holiday by the pool combined with some days at the beach and a great base to explore what the island has to offer. The warm breeze is a welcome addition to the heat of the day. There are plenty of areas in and around the pool and gardens to accommodate sun worshipers and those who prefer a it of shade. The pool area is great and our girls loved it. Our hosts Eva and Sakis were wonderful. Eva met us to guide us up the hill and was always at hand for a chat and advice, and even made us a delicious Zuccini pie. Best pool ever - cleaned every day - was immaculate and water always very warm. A few musts: Local Tavernas to try - Taverna Fantastico and Thavma Cafe and Restaurant - traditional cretan food with stunning views. Chania - Venetian port is beautiful, and we spent hours wandering the narrow streets Thank you Eva, Zania and Sakis for making our stay a wonderful family memory

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuelle K.

6 Aug 2017

Magnifique villa pour des vacances réussies !

Nous venons de passer une semaine de vacances dans la villa d'Eva à Maroulas- Nous étions 8 au total, 4 adultes et 4 enfants. L'accueil d'Eva a été parfait tout comme la communication avant et pendant le séjour. Nous avons reçu de nombreuses informations précieuses pour organiser au mieux nos vacances et découvrir la région autour de Maroulas. La villa est parfaitement conforme aux photos: très bien décorée, très soignée et entretenue. Elle est située au calme, sur les hauteurs avec une vue panoramique sur la baie avec en prime le chant des cigales ! La piscine est appréciable pour se rafraîchir après les journées de découverte de la Crète. Nous sommes repartis ravis de cette semaine de vacances et recommandons la villa les yeux fermés. J'en profite pour remercier Eva pour sa disponibilité et sa gentillesse.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurent M.

4 July 2017

très agréable séjour.

Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour accueillis par Eva, très aimable et disponible. La maison est de belle qualité ainsi que la piscine, nous reviendrons avec un grand plaisir. La position de la maison est idéale : le calme de la campagne entourée d'oliviers à 5 mn de Rethymnon et son animation. Une maison charmante chez des hôtes charmants.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

13 Apr 2017

Perfect

Absolutely fantastic very spacious villa . With fantastic sea and mountain views .Eva and the family are very welcoming and very helpful . We cannot wait to visit again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

5 Nov 2016

Wonderful villa, wonderful owners

I stayed with a friend at Villa Kivotos for a week in October. We had a perfect time and would have liked to have stayed longer but unfortunately we were a late booking and the villa was already booked by other lucky people. The villa is situated in the hills above Rethymnon and has great views from all levels. The villa itself is modern, spotlessly clean and had every amenity we could have wished for. We didn't cook while we were there but could have if we'd wanted to as it was fully equipped with everything needed. We loved the sliding doors which opened up the villa to the patio outside. I also liked the screens which meant we weren't bothered by flies, mosquitoes etc, although there probably weren't many around by then. It is also very suitable for people with mobility issues as the bathroom is equipped with rails and a walk in shower. Outside, there is a ramp down to the pool area so it's not necessary to use the steps. So that's the villa...but what really made our stay perfect was the kindness and helpfulness of Eva and her husband. From our arrival, when Eva met us after 10.30pm at the bottom of the hill so that we could follow her to the villa, they couldn't have been more helpful. The following morning there was a problem with our rental car and Eva's husband spoke to the rental company to give them directions so that they could bring a replacement, and then also went to meet them to guide them to the villa. When we managed to get a parking ticket, he also offered to take our payment to the local post office. And one evening we thought we'd locked ourselves out (but hadn't!) and had to call Eva out. The villa is lovely, but they are what makes it really special.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anil Mohan Rao Y.

18 Oct 2016

Perfect Vacation Getaway

Our stay at this Villa was absolutely perfect for my family of four! Eva, our host, and her family were extremely hospitable and helpful. She checked in on us daily and advised us on which places to see. The Villa is fully equipped, with spacious, clean rooms and has an amazing view. Eva stocked our refrigerator and gifted us a bottle of fresh olive oil from her garden. She was extremely kind and sweet. Many people travel to the more mainstream and slightly overrated islands of Greece, whereas the actuality of Greece's nature and culture is in Crete. There is so much to explore in Crete and the most perfect place to live in is Eva's Villa! Thank you so much for your hospitality, we would love to come back again! xx

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

6 Sept 2016

Best villa we have ever stayed in!

We have just spent two fabulous weeks at the Kivotos Villa. Located up in the hills above Rethymno, it is a great base to explore all the main sights in the Central region. You need a car and we hired a VW Polo which was absolutely perfect for the journeys that we made, particularly some of the narrow alleys in the villages. We visited beaches on the north and south coast, the main historical sights and spent time in Chania and Rethymno. We ate out most days and every meal we had was delicious. The villa itself is modern, well kitted out with everything you need and generously stocked with all the basics when you first arrive. It is cleaned twice a week, highly secure and air conditioned. Rethymno is only 15 mins drive and there is a local supermarket just 5 mins down the road. The views from the terrace over look the beach on one side and the mountains on the other. So we had beautiful sun rises over the mountains and sunsets over the ocean. Just breathtaking. We have two kids aged 11 and 9 and there wasn't a day that they weren't in the pool. It was very much their highlight! A great base for families or couples travelling together. We have stayed in villa's in France over the years and this was by the far the best. Highly recommended!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

yannick d.

11 July 2016

vacances de rêve

nous avons passés des vacances formidables chez Eva. Eva et son mari sont extrêmement accueillants. Nous reviendrons dans cette villa nichée dans un cadre de rêve.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alison

10 June 2016

Stunning holiday house

It was very enjoyable and we loved the swimming pool! We also loved that there were loads of toys for us to play with including my new favourite toy, flippers. Eva was very friendly and gave us lots of brilliant recommendations for dinner and places to go. We think the villa was beautiful, inside and out, and we would love to go back there again. From Emily and Sophie 8 years old

Stayed 7 nights in May 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

DARREN J.

20 Oct 2015

Wonderful week in Crete

We enjoyed our stay in Crete. When we arrived late in the evening Eva met us at a hotel near her home. The fridge had groceries for our breakfast the next day and a bottle of wine. The next day Eva showed us around Rethymno day how to get around and the best restaurant to eat in the area. The Villa was beautiful scenic and had everything we needed. I would highly recommend staying here.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

19 Oct 2015

Nice Villa with best view !

My wife, our two boys and I have been there in the first week of October. It was one of our best holidays ever. The villa is huge, almost new and everything was super clean. The furniture is very nice and everything is decorated with much love. Enough space for 6-8 people and more than enough for us 4. The villa has a large garden around with nice places to sit outside and relax but the best feature for the boys was the large pool. The view to the see and the mountains is just amazing! A car is necessary but then it is just a few minutes to the beach, to the supermarket and to nice little restaurants all around in the hills. Eva's hospitality is absolutely unique and the best we ever had. The kitchen and fridge was filled with some food for the arriving day. She showed us not the villa only but the surrounding area with nice places and restaurants. She was always available for questions and advises. Thank you Eva !!! Maike, Tim, Ben and Martin

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maxine B., Felpham, Bognor Regis

19 Sept 2015

Excellent facilities and wonderful views.

My son is in a wheelchair and the villa was very spacious enabling my son to access the shower room with the aid of a manual hoist, sourced for us by Eva. The villa had electric gates which meant it was private and secure. The villa and pool was cleaned twice a week and fruit and veg was brought from Eva's garden as was her own olive oil. The whole holiday experience was wonderful and would recommend this villa. Would hope to come again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cha F.

6 Sept 2015

Inoubliable!

Villa magnifique, très moderne avec vu sur la mer. Eva la propriétaire est au petit soin. De belles attentions tout au long du sejour (conseil sur les visites et restau, petit cadeau, legumes du jardin, petit plat préparer) Eva parle très bien français Bref nous n'aurions pas pu rêver mieux!

About the host

Hosted by Eva Maravelaki

My name is Eva and I leave with my family near the villa. We love animals and named the villa 'Kivotos' (that means ark !)
I have study French literature, took also a diploma in Hotel management and worked many years in the promotion of the Cretan tourism. I was working for 10 years in an organic farm near the villa and from 2016 I manage a boutique hotel of the area. My husband is responsible for the maintenance of the hotel and the villa.

Why they chose this property

We were looking for the write spot for more than 3 years.We loved it immediately.
The place combines everything.
Peaceful with fantastic views, just 5 minute drive from the beach and near a village where you can found everything.(3 supermarket, pharmacy ,doctor, baker, many restaurants etc)

What makes this property unique

We choose to build in this hill because of the fantastic views and the micro-clima of the area .
The clima there isn't as humid as in other places of the island and also it's not very hot as it is up to a hill and even in August we are lucky to have most of the time a 'tiny' breeze. In fact the architect design the villa keeping all this in mind ...If you open the windows from the north and south part of the house you have a natural air condition ! We also build this house using natural materials of the area- wood and tiles
for the roof & stone and wood for the floor- providing a more natural insulation. .