Villa Mia - LATE OFFERS FOR DECEMBER, or NOW BOOKING FOR 2009
Villa with 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Garden, Swimming Pool
If you fancy something different, something better than the run of the mill holiday let, look no further!
As another holiday home owner told us - "this is too good to rent out" - but we do! People have even chosen to marry at the villa, and spend their honeymoon there too.
A warm welcome awaits you at this exclusive single storey villa, set in its own gated grounds, with panoramic views over olive groves to the sea.
Enjoy luxury surroundings & stunning views with a stay in our newly built Cretan home, constructed to the highest specification by a renowned architect.
We have focused over 20 years of experience of staying in other people's villas to inform our design, & now offer you a villa constructed and equipped to the highest standards, suitable all year round for families/single couples/ 2 couples, sleeping up to 6. We aim to deliver first class accommodation for the independent traveller at affordable prices.
Lounge with Feature Fireplace, TV, Playstation
Well equipped kitchen with blinds to cool the room
In its elevated position overlooking the traditional village of Gavalohori, the forest to its rear and views of the coast at blue flag beach Almerida to the side, this exquisite British owned property offers: Single storey accommodation, tiled throughout in soft beige, opening onto shaded dining terrace, its Cretan arches reflected in the blue waters of the 10m x 4 m pool which wraps uniquely around the building. Air conditioning included to all living and sleeping areas.
Large fitted kitchen in birch wood with stainless steel appliances by Bosch & Siemens - dishwasher, fridge/freezer, ceramic hob, oven & microwave. Extensive lounge with bespoke Italian made sofas, log burning fire for warm winter evenings (small charge may be made for logs). Dining area with white leather chairs & solid dark wood table extending to seat 10.
Large master bedroom overlooking pool, king sized bed featuring imported posturepedic mattress, fully fitted wardrobes & extensive views, french doors opening out onto sun terrace. Ensuite fully tiled shower room in stunning black & white, with large (1.5m) shower, toilet & wash handbasin. Large second bedroom with bunks, single bed & fold away trundle, sleeping up to 4, soft armchairs, fully fitted wardrobes, opening out onto its own patio, with stunning views of sunset over the White Mountains. ully tiled main bathroom with sunken corner bath. 3rd shower room with toilet, meeting the needs of the most-bathroom hungry family who hate to queue! Separate laundry area with washing machine, iron & ironing board.
Terracotta tiled roof terrace for the perfect breakfast al fresco. Parking up to 3 cars. Sheets & towels included - twice weekly maid service (weekly off season). Double glazing & central heating - year round offering everything needed for the perfect break for families and small parties of all ages. Truly a fantastic find!
UK Standard Travel cot on request (small cost).
Only few weeks remaining 2008 season - book now.
Facilities for this holiday villa in Gavalohori, Crete
Property
Type:
Villa
Nearest Airport:
Chania - 40 mins
Nearest Port:
Souda - 25 mins
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Kalives/Almerida - 7 mins
Nearest Restaurant:
Aposperitis taverna - 5 mins
Nearest Beach:
Almerida - 3 miles
Location Type:
Beach Holiday, Fishing Nearby, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village, Watersports
Bedrooms:
1 Double Bedroom, 1 Family Bedroom. Master bed has king-sized posturepedic mattress. Family room with two single beds and bunk sleeps up to 4 persons, all with imported mattresses. UK spec travel cot on request.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom, 2 Showers. Main bathroom enjoys sunken corner bath and shower, en-suite to master bedroom has extra wide easy-access shower, 2nd shower room reached from outside for easy poolside access and 4th shower at pool.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. New appliances from top manufacturers, place settings and catering equipment for up to 10 (no scrounging around for spare cups) with special cutlery and non-breakable tableware for our younger guests!
General:
Real Fire, Central Heating, Maid Service, Air Conditioning, House Linen, Towels Provided. Twice weekly cleaning service, fresh towels & linen included. Please bring own towels for beach/pool use. Well supervised children welcome - toys, games, Playstation. Sorry - no smoking, no pets.
Dining:
Seating for 10. A variety of indoor and outdoor dining locations provided, from stone patio next to kitchen, roof terrace for sunset drinks, covered terrace overlooking pool, or smart interior dining all year round.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games. Games and library provided, tour guides and maps, giant chess, DVDs, children's pool area. Please note - children must be properly supervised at all times when using pool. For your safety no diving.
Outside:
Private Pool, Terrace, Garden, Parking, Balcony, Garden Furniture. Exquisitely lit terrace areas abound with exotic flowers, the scent of jasmine and roses - the vibrant colours of bird of paradise, hibiscus and bougainvillea. Private gated grounds.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Wheelchair Access, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Pool adjoins house - close supervision of small children critical. 1 step car park to house. Steps to roof terrace. Otherwise ideal for persons of limited mobility, wheelchair accessible via 4 routes.
Local activities in and around Gavalohori, Crete
Gavalohori stands at the end of a green and wooded valley leading the 3.5 km to the sea at Almirida. The village is renowned for keeping ancient Cretan traditions alive, including the manufacture of hand made lace, silk, pottery and honey. As a holiday destination it offers a wide range of facilities, English spoken in shops and restaurants and yet retaining the Cretan charm in danger of being lost in other locations of TV reknown.
Beautiful Chania with its Venetian port, is an easy drive, whilst Rethimnon, with its characteristic Turkish minarets and attractive harbour and leather markets, is 25 km along the coast in the other direction. Sandy beaches abound, offering watersports, safe family swimming or horseriding.
There are 3 cafenions in the village. At the bottom of the lane from the villa the cafenion offers local specialities and hospitality to locals and visitors alike, with English spoken (the female of the partnership is a very friendly New Zealander). The café opposite is the place the local aging male population choose to use to sit and while away the hours playing Tavli (backgammon) and they may well invite you over to take a coffee with them and play a turn. The Sweet Café-cum-patisserie just along from the central village square serves delicious gateaux as well as a light evening menu of hot food, or after dinner drinks from the bar. English is also spoken here.
There are in addition two small supermarkets in the village, both easily walkable from the villa, and both stocking a good range of fresh locally grown fruit and vegetables, bottled, canned and frozen goods to stock the villa freezer. They also sell home brewed raki (the local spirit of choice) and locally pressed olive oil. The village also has an excellent bakery, open all hours and offering a wide range of breads, hand raised cheese and apple pies, the delicious aroma of which snakes its way up the hillside to greet you as you walk down of a morning for warm bread for breakfast !
What's the weather like there now?
Check the nearest weather stations for the local weather - bet its better than outside your window right now!
As a rule of thumb, the hottest daytime temperature in the UK equates to the coolest Cretan night time temperature, whatever the time of year. Think about it!
Just outside Gavalohori village, 7 minutes drive from Almerida or 45 from airport. Quiet, surfaced road giving easy access to all major routes. Map and full directions will be provided on booking.
Rental rates for this villa
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
2 Sep - 15 Sep 2008
£795.00
€1001.70
$1287.90
16 Sep - 29 Sep 2008
£685.00
€863.10
$1109.70
30 Sep - 27 Oct 2008
£615.00
€774.90
$996.30
1 Nov - 19 Dec 2008
£450.00
€567.00
$729.00
20 Dec - 2 Jan 2009
£550.00
€693.00
$891.00
3 Jan - 27 Feb 2009
£495.00
€623.70
$801.90
28 Feb - 3 Apr 2009
£585.00
€737.10
$947.70
4 Apr - 1 May 2009
£695.00
€875.70
$1125.90
2 May - 25 May 2009
£795.00
€1001.70
$1287.90
26 May - 1 Jun 2009
£885.00
€1115.10
$1433.70
2 Jun - 29 Jun 2009
£970.00
€1222.20
$1571.40
30 Jun - 20 Jul 2009
£1110.00
€1398.60
$1798.20
21 Jul - 24 Aug 2009
£1295.00
€1631.70
$2097.90
25 Aug - 31 Aug 2009
£1065.00
€1341.90
$1725.30
1 Sep - 28 Sep 2009
£970.00
€1222.20
$1571.40
29 Sep - 30 Oct 2009
£795.00
€1001.70
$1287.90
31 Oct - 18 Dec 2009
£550.00
€693.00
$891.00
Rental Notes: Normal changeover day May - October Tuesdays for direct flights to Chania from UK. Rest of Year changeover Saturday. Other weekdays during off season negotiable by arrangement. Please ask us what you would like. Friendly and approachable owners always happy to discuss requirements and respond to questions.
Property available from 4pm (16:00) local time on day of arrival until 10am (10:00) on day of departure. Discount for rental over 3 weeks duration and for re-bookings. Longer term lets by negotiation at preferential rates.
Payment may be made in sterling by cheque drawn on UK bank or in Euros by electronic funds transfer to our Greek Euros or UK Sterling account. Details supplied on confirmation of booking.
20 % deposit due on booking, balance 8 weeks before departure. Cancellation policy - all payments are non refundable.
EOT Protocol Number 133/15-01-08
View our own website (details below)for more details, photos and comments from some of our previous guests
Guestbook
"What a wonderfull Villa! The hi-fi with CD's was a welcome addition.
We enjoyed many walks and quiet time as well as the village." - N & E.D. April 2007
"Thank you so much for letting us stay in your wonderful villa. We've stayed in a variety of villas in several countries over the years, and were very impressed by the high quality of the build and attention to detail in Villa Mia.
" - LN family June 2007
"Favourite moments: morning on the covered terrace, watching the birds dip water from the pool; evening on terrace (glass of wine in hand) the lights twinkling across the bay; being startled every day by catching sight of the breathtaking mountains." - Nixon Family June 07
"We just wanted to say we had a fantistic time in Crete and couldnt have wished for a better place to stay than Villa Mia, the house is great and what can you say about those views...magic. It made a perfect setting " - Nicky & Danny June 2008
"The villa was so well equipped and spotlessly clean and we appreciated all the little extras such as the food pack, guide books and games. We have had a really relaxing time, but just wish we could have stayed longer " - H & IP July 2007
"I am sure that your future guests will enjoy Villa Mia as much as we have. We also appreciated the air conditioning , we didn’t need it during the day but we used it at night in the bedrooms and it really did ensure a good night’s sleep.
" -
The Pearson Family
Availability of Villa Mia
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14 February 2007
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