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Villa Mathea - Spacious Villa With Privacy And Private Large Swimming Pool

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You can see beautiful sunsets from the terrace of the main house.
The pool area with a large pergola. The swimming pool is heated on demand.
Shaded lounge area and shaded dining area on the 80 sq. m terrace.
Here it is easy to relax. The swimming pool is heated on demand.
Shaded dining area by the pool. The swimming pool is heated on demand.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16420 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Chania, Crete
  • Kalathas Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Souda Bay War Cemetery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Port of Souda
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2 "The brown room"

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3 "The blue room"

2 Single Beds, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom #4 "The orange room"

1 King Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom #5 "Guesthouse"

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #6 "Guesthouse"

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #7 (Extra living room)

2 Double Futons

6 bathrooms

Bathroom "5 "The guesthouse"

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #1 "The Master bedroom"

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2 "The brown room"

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #6 "By the pool"

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower by the pool

Outdoor shower

Spaces

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

About this property

Villa Mathea - Spacious Villa With Privacy And Private Large Swimming Pool

Beautiful stone built villa with a separate stone built guesthouse, secluded, but close to "everything", with a large private swimming pool (heated on demand) and even a small olive grove, all a total of 6000 sq m.

The garden is maintained by a professional gardener. The estate is fenced. The two gates are electrically operated by remote controls. From the terrace there is a beautiful view over the open landscape with olive groves and in the distance you see the Mediterranean sea.

From Chania Airport it is only a 8-10 minutes drive by car or taxi. It is a 5 minutes drive to Kalathas Beach, and a 10 minutes drive to Marathi Beach. Within a 5-15 minutes drive from Villa Mathea you have reached any of the beautiful sandy beaches of Akrotiri. The city of Chania is 12-14 minutes away by car or taxi. The village of Kounoupidiana with supermarkets, restaurants, pharmacies, medical doctor, bakeries, banks and post office is a mere 4-5 minutes drive away.

MAIN HOUSE
The main building consists of 4 levels.
LEVEL 1:
Bedroom with double bed, 180 x 210 cm.
Living room (can be used as bedroom, double sofa bed) with direct access to a tiled, shaded patio.
Bathroom with basin, WC and shower.
Bedroom with two single beds, 90 x 210 cm (can be joined into one double bed) with exit to the patio on the ground floor.
Hallway.
Laundry room with washing machine.
LEVEL 2:
Front door
Double garage with door into the hallway
Bathroom with basin, WC and shower.
Walk-in closet
LEVEL 3:
Living room and kitchen. Exit to main terrace.
LEVEL 4:
Hallway with access to a balcony facing South.
Bedroom with double bed, 160 x 210 cm. En-suite bathroom with basin, WC and shower. Direct access to a private balcony.
Bedroom with double bed, 180 x 210 cm. En-suite bathroom with bathtub, basin, WC and shower. Direct access to a private balcony.

GUEST HOUSE/ANNEX
Open plan with bedroom (double bed, 160 x 210 cm), living room and kitchen. Exit to a tiled, shaded patio with dining space.
Open loft with two single beds, 90 x 210 cm (can be joined into one double bed).
Bathroom with basin, WC and shower.

POOL AREA
The swimming pool is about 62 sq m (approx. 11 x 5,5m), one to two meters deep. The swimming pool is heated on demand. The pool area has tiles with anti-slip surface. By the pool there is a BBQ with a gas grill and a fridge for beverages and a separate freezer for ice cream. There is also a bathroom with shower and toilet and a outdoor shower. A large pergola provides shade to the outside dining space. The pergola may also give shade to sun beds.

The guesthouse/annex, all bedrooms and kitchen/main living room in the main house have air-conditioning.

We have 12 ordinary beds in 6 bedrooms. For a fee we can offer extra beds.

SERVICES INCLUDED:
Welcome Basket with Traditional Cretan Products
Cleaning Service once a week
Linen and Towels change once a week
Pool and Garden maintenance twice a week
Free wireless internet

Greek Tourism Authorization EOT license No. MHTE 1042K91003189101

Property manager

Thor-Kjetil Foerli

Languages

Danish, English, Norwegian, Swedish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Agreement in advance is required
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside is allowed

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
Note from host: Agreement in advance is required
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 1042K91003189101

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chania

Located in Chania, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. 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 and Golden Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Maritime Museum of Crete and Limnoupolis Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Chania, Crete

What's nearby

  • Kalathas Beach - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Souda Bay War Cemetery - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Chania Central Market - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Port of Souda - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 10 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olympic Catering Sa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Labyrinth - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tavern Irene - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Creat - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Alibertos - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Mathea - Spacious Villa With Privacy And Private Large Swimming Pool have a pool?

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

Is Villa Mathea - Spacious Villa With Privacy And Private Large Swimming Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Mathea - Spacious Villa With Privacy And Private Large Swimming Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Mathea - Spacious Villa With Privacy And Private Large Swimming Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Mathea - Spacious Villa With Privacy And Private Large Swimming Pool located?

This family-friendly Chania villa is located by the sea, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Kalathas Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Maritime Museum of Crete and Agios Onoufrios Beach. Koum Kapi Beach and Stavros Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Great spot for a large group.

Beautiful villa. We enjoyed our holiday and the property immensely. Pictures do not do the facility justice - prettier in person! Short drive to beaches, downtown and supermarket
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Miwa B.

Beautifully maintained villa with great view

We had a great week in Villa Mathea (10 adults, 5 small children). The villa is spacious and everything is in very good shape including the well maintained outdoor-area. The facilities are all great (e.g. the outdoor bbq) and so are the extras provided, there was a huge welcome basket as we arrived and there are even two strollers for babies! The villa was cleaned twice during our stay. Check-in and check-out was very uncomplicated, we could even have a very late check-out after 9pm as our flight was very late that night. The owner responded to every question extremely quickly and also informed us about a big funeral that took place nearby while we stayed there. The only drawback we have experienced is that the weather was bad the first few days and while staying indoors, two of the 4 sleeping rooms of the main house suffer from very bad soundproofing (milk glass walls only next to the living room ). After the weather has improved, this was no longer an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nydelig feriebolig!

Perfekt bolig for en større gruppe! Stort og fint uteområde med basseng og grill, delikat innredet bolig med en stor og fin veranda med utsikt.

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Exceptional!!!

As a family we have been very fortunate over the years to have stayed in some amazing villas, having returned from a glorious two weeks stay at Villa Mathea I am thinking this one may have just top the list of them all. From the comunications with Thor from day 1 to the support when needed from Niki the manager everything about our stay was perfect. The villa itself is finished to a very high standard. The four bathrooms have all recently been upgraded earlier this year all looked stunning with top of the range furnishings. All in all we had an amazing time. When next visiting Chania we will certainly be looking to stay again in Villa Mathea. During our two week stay we created some wonderful memories, thank you Thor for allowing us to stay in your wonderful villa.

10/10 Excellent

Erik B.

Erik B

Villa Mathea var et deilig sted å feriere på. Det er stille og rolig, og likevel kort vei til det aller meste. Vi var 13 i alt, den yngste bare to og et halvt år, og vi hadde god tomleplass i de innholdrike husene og på den store eiendommen. Bassenget er en sann fryd. Vi fikk veldig god hjelp av eierene med både planlegging og gjennomføring av ferien vår. Alt det praktiske gikk som smurt og kokken de anbefalte, ga oss en uforglemmelig kveld!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Oliver T.

Beautiful villa, friendly & helpful host - Perfect conditions for an unforgettable week in paradise

Not sure where to start. We spent some lovely days at the Villa Mathea to celebrate our Bachelor degree (12 people). The main villa and its annex are impressive, spacious and well equipped. The garden and pool area is in perfect shape and very well maintained. Mrs. Nikki provided a very friendly reception and has showed us around the location. If anything is missing or questions arise Mrs. Nikki is just one call away. The cleaning staff was very friendly and thorough. Argoulides, where the villa is located is a small village - so you don't have to bother about the neighbours. The airport is just 15min away, but since there are just a few flights per day you wont get disturbed by plane noise. Mini markets are only 5min away by car and bigger supermarkets around 15min. We suggest to rent a car. To sum it up, it was a perfect week in a spotless villa with a very friendly host. I do recommend this villa without hesitation, also to families. We would love to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rory H.

Villa Mathea is perfection

The villa was absolutely beautiful. It looked just as it is in the photographs, even better! On arrival we were greeted by a very helpful lady who made us feel extremely welcome. The pool area was delightful for evening BBQs and lunches out by the pool. I would recommend to hire a car as it is a little far from the main towns and beaches so taxis can get a little expensive. The cleaning team came twice during the week, they were extremely polite and helpful and refreshed the villa perfectly. All in all a great holiday! Thanks to Thor-Kjetil, Niki & other staff for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gili N.

Perfect

Way better than anything expected... Amazing location, great view and very well facilities....
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Philip S.

Perfect for a large family

We all voted this villa one of the best we've ever stayed in and they were very accommodating about an early check-in and late departure which was a great help. The facilities were excellent, especially the large seating area, loungers, drinks fridge and BBQ by the pool with croquet and table tennis to keep everyone happy. The local facilities, including a large supermarket, were excellent although we did struggle to find restaurants near the villa and tended to go to the Old Harbour in Chania where there's a lot to choose from. The villa is quite remote, which is nice if you want some peace and quiet but most things, supermarket, beaches, bars and Chania are over 10 minutes drive.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

PIERRE-LOIC A.

Great location, great villa

The villa itself was great. Very spacious, clean, modern appliances. Check in and check out were also seamless. The location was perfect, just a few miles away from Chania and great beaches. I'd definitely go back and recommend it to others.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie Z.

Absolutely Amazing Property

We could not have been happier with this choice. The owners have decorated the house beautifully and it is equipped with everything you will need. The minute we walked in, we felt at home. The pool is fantastic and great for families with lots of kids. There is a separate guest house where teens have have their space, and so can the parents! While we were happy to tour Crete, we found ourselves even happier to come home to this wonderful property. Furthermore Thor was so incredibly helpful and communicative. This is going to be our home away from home.

About the host

Hosted by Thor-Kjetil Foerli

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Norwegian, born in 1963. Married, 2 children, 3 grandchildren. Love Greece in general, Crete in particular. My hobbies are skiing, bicycling, hiking and cooking.

Why they chose this property

After traveling around the world all our life, my wife and I found this place and we fell in love immediately. The beautiful surroundings give peace to mind and the property is big enough for all our beloved children and grandchildren.

What makes this property unique

The benefit of Villa Mathea is the privacy you can find here, despite being close to almost all amenities. Separate annex/guesthouse can be used for your own staff if needed, or the teenagers will love a house for themselves. Because of the generous size of the outdoor and indoor area, it will never feel crowded. The swimming pool is heated on demand.

Languages:

English, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish