Entire home

Private pool, & large garden - 100m from beach, tavernas & shops in Almyrida.

Photo gallery for Private pool, & large garden - 100m from beach, tavernas & shops in Almyrida.

Villa Almarine large pool.
Villa Almarine pool with steps and mountain view.
Villa Almarine lawn and pool.
Villa Almarine pool and barbeque house with dining terrace.
Villa Almarine barbeque house and dining terrace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Almyrida, Crete
  • Almyrida Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Kalyves Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Marathi Beach
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs Double bedroom.

1 Double Bed

Downstairs living room.

1 Double Futon

Downstairs Twin bedroom.

2 Single Beds

Upstairs 2nd Double bedroom.

1 Double Bed

Upstairs living room.

1 Double Futon

Upstairs Master bedroom.

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Pool outside shower.

Outdoor shower

Upstairs en-suite shower room.

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs main bathroom.

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private pool, & large garden - 100m from beach, tavernas & shops in Almyrida.

Villa Almarine is so close to the sea you can practically taste the salt! The only property of its kind in the northern coastal village of Almyrida, this villa contains two fully equipped self-contained apartments and is just steps from the translucent Aegean Sea. Encased in emerald lawns and shadowed by the imposing White Mountains, this spacious and versatile partial sea-view villa -- which is rented in its entirety -- sits at the lip of a short winding lane that expediently leads to a lovely horseshoe-shaped beach rimmed with charming tavernas, open-air cafes and bars and a selection of curio and convenience shops. Its distinctive “separate but equal” layout affords the unique opportunity for friends, single families, or two families vacationing together to enjoy a shared experience while maintaining privacy - making it a very popular choice for groups seeking independent living quarters in a communal environment.

Set on an expansive 2000 square meter plot laced with leafy grapevines, vibrant trellis-entwined rose bushes, lemon and ficus trees, its swimming pool is embroidered by a wood effect tiled patio laden with sun beds and umbrellas, picturesque peaks looming in distant grandeur. A large cypress wood vaulted ceiling summer house features a brick barbecue and a wood burning pizza/bread oven alongside a ten person dining table while the wraparound decks and wide balconies that skirt the home’s bi-level perimeter further encourage many hours of outdoor leisure.

Fully enveloped by a stone wall, an iron electric gate unveils a large parking area, whilst the adjacent decorative pedestrian entry gate opens to a grass-flanked stone walkway that precedes the home’s separate entrances. The two bedroom downstairs unit is fronted by a large tiled patio while a twelve step iron bannistered staircase ascends to the three bedroom top floor apartment which is also bordered by a wide and shady tiled veranda.

Inside, both wood ceilinged airy units are gifted with abundant natural light streaming through walls of windows and supplementary back and side doors, open-plan living/dining/kitchen areas, and comfortably-appointed bedrooms. Add to this the duplex home’s gracious outdoor living sectors and bountiful amenities and it’s clear that Villa Almarine exists as a most hospitable and convenient multiple or large family/group accommodation option.


*** As of January 01, 2024, the Greek government have replaced the old “bed tax” with a new tax that is applied to all stays in short-term rental accommodation in Greece. The Climate Resilience Levy is a response to the devastating forest fires and floods that Greece has experienced in recent years, with the government hoping to generate extra funding that will go towards financing reconstruction, supporting victims, and increasing the country’s defences against future natural disasters.

The owners of all short-term rental accommodation are legally obliged to collect the Climate Resilience Levy as a separate tax for all overnight stays (per villa) as follows:
In 2024: €10.00 per night on stays between March 01 and October 31, and €4.00 per night on stays between November 01 and February 28/29.

In 2025: €15.00 per night on stays between March 01 and October 31, and €4.00 per night on stays between November 01 and February 28/29.

The Vrbo system does not have a section for collecting the Climate Resilience Levy and we have, therefore, had to add it to the billing section as an extra fee which will show on the booking as a Host Fee or an administrative fee).

Whilst we understand the potential budget concerns of our guests, this tax/levy is beyond our control and we encourage our guests to see this as a way of contributing to the protection of the planet and the beautiful area where they are holidaying.

Property manager

Villas Crete Holidays

Languages

English, Greek

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 1042Κ132K3226001

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 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 the mountains and near the beach. 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 Georgioupolis Beach and Nea Chora Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Art of Living Glass Factory and Maritime Museum of Crete. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and mountain climbing nearby.
Map
Almyrida, Crete

What's nearby

  • Almyrida Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kalyves Beach - 11 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Kiani Beach - 14 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Port of Souda - 17 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Marathi Beach - 47 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elena Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costanita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tsunami - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thalami - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Atlantis Beach - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Private pool, & large garden - 100m from beach, tavernas & shops in Almyrida. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private pool, & large garden - 100m from beach, tavernas & shops in Almyrida. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private pool, & large garden - 100m from beach, tavernas & shops in Almyrida.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private pool, & large garden - 100m from beach, tavernas & shops in Almyrida.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Private pool, & large garden - 100m from beach, tavernas & shops in Almyrida. located?

This family-friendly Apokoronas villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Almyrida Beach, Kera and Kalyves Beach. Art of Living Glass Factory and Koutalas Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wes C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Almarine
Fantastic location and lovely villa. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent villa
The property is in an excellent location to the beach and restaurants.. overall cleanliness was fantastic. Pool and gardens are well maintained
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodation
¡This accommodation is amazing! We were 3 families who went on a vacation together. The villa is nice, spacious and very comfortable. It is so spacious that you can go away by yourself and have your own time if you wish. The bedrooms are nice with comfortable beds. Good storage and everything you need is available, eg hairdryer and iron. The garden and pool area is absolutely fantastic and both children and adults used the pool every day. It felt like its own oasis as the bushes around the pool area screened it off. The villa is located very beautifully and with a good distance to everything. We only had a hundred meters down to the beach and restaurants, so we could vary ourselves as we wanted. Smooth check-in and we ordered transfers through our host which was a very convenient solution. This accommodation met more than all our expectations. Thanks to our hosts for contributing to fabulous family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil Rosoman

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleaseant 2 weeks
The Villa was very nice and close to the village and beach which were both lovely. There were only small issues we would suggest. A fridge and fan in the pool area would be helpful and it is a shame the two appartments are not linked. Otherwise they could not do enough for us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niels S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
We where three generations in the house and it worked out very well. Within 100-200 meters from the house you have small supermarkeds and plenty of restaurants as well as a nice sandy beach . The pool was also super. The owners are very helpfull.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent villa superbly located
An excellent, very well equipped villa in a beautiful setting. Eleni and Vangelis the managers couldn’t be any more helpful. The pool is a good size and monitored frequently. The villa has plenty of parking, is only a very short walk to the beach and every facility in the village.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

RUTH M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Missing it already!
Nice villa, very well located, easy drive to airport, 2 mins from beach, great choice of tavernas for delish meals and cocktails and lovely sea swimming... Pool shallow (1.50 max) but great for the kids... Nice shady dining area made it a very sociable space, but also enough room for the 9 of us... More knives and new pillows please...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Synnøve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nydelig feriebolig i flotte Almyrida
Helt superfin bolig, med fint basseng og bassengområde. Kort vei til stranden og alle restauranter og kafeer. Naboen har høns og de kan bråke litt, men de blir man vandt til. Ellers en nydelig plass.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Villas Crete Holidays

Host profile image
Almarine is exclusively booked by Villas Crete Holidays which is a registered Tourist Office, based in Hampshire, England and Almyrida, Crete. Whilst most travel companies/agencies cover many different countries and/or areas of Greece and Crete, we at Villas Crete Holidays only work in the North West of Crete and we specialise in the Apokoronas region, just east of the historic Venetian town of Chania. The Apokoronas (including the villages of Almyrida, Kalives, Kokkino Horio, Plaka and Gavalohori) has long been a popular destination for holiday makers seeking a typically Greek seaside resort area that has many amenities, but is far removed from brash tourism. The area is renowned for its sandy beaches, crystal clear turquoise water, stunning views of Souda Bay and The White Mountains, excellent tavernas, and many archaeological sites.

The Director of Villas Crete Holidays is Frankie Miles. She has worked with rental villas on Crete for more than 20 years and has written the best selling guide book "Crete on the Road". The book includes detailed directions and information to all the major tourist attractions, as well as many hidden sites. Also in the book is the only existing map of the National Highway showing all of the entrances/exits and distances.

Both the company itself, and Frankie's book have been featured and recommended in articles in major British newspapers including the Sunday Mail and the Sunday Telegraph, as well as smaller publications such as Greece Magazine.

Why they chose this property

Villa Almarine is close to tavernas, the beach, and many shops. It has a fantastic garden and large pool. It is ideal for groups who like to holiday together whilst still enjoying some privacy.

What makes this property unique

All of our villa owners employ a local house manager who you can call should you need any help at the villa itself.

We, at Villas Crete Holidays can help you with all aspects of your holiday including good value, reliable car hire, airport transfers, local information about shops, beaches, tavernas etc, detailed driving directions or walking directions for many routes. We can also arrange private boat hire, private boat trips, private sight-seeing flights, horse riding, water-skiing, big game fishing, guided walking, and guided coach excursions. Our office staff speak English, Greek, and a little French, and have a vast list of local contacts, and our part time representative in resort also speaks some Italian.

Most importantly, because we handle many villas, in the unlikely event that there is an unforeseen problem at your villa, we can usually offer you an alternative villa (although this cannot be guaranteed in high season).

We have many years experience working in tourism on Crete, and most importantly this experience is specifically related to villa rentals. We use all of our knowledge and local contacts to ensure that your holiday goes off smoothly from start to finish, from first booking the villa that is most suitable for you, to your arrival back home.

When you are in resort, we remain unobtrusive but are available by phone during office hours for information, and we have an automated answering service should you have a medical emergency out of hours.

Languages:

English, Greek