Villa in Crete
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this villa rental
The exact location cannot be shown as google car mapper ignores this area of Gavalochori so does not recognise the road.
If you are looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday this is the villa to choose and re charge your batteries and watch the butterflies. You will love the Cretan country setting and the White Mountains - pink in the early morning at sunrise and forever changing colour all day, Magnificent sunsets to marvel at while sitting on the upstairs balcony.
Greek Taxes
Please note that Climate tax is2 euros per night payable on arrival plus municipality tax of 0.5 % of the rental costs.
Enjoy the seclusion and also the village close by for visiting, dining and having a glass of wine or the local Chania beer in barrels called Charma.
You can visit the Gavalochori Folk Museum, an ancient Olive Mill with beautiful Cretan arches and interesting Greek churches. Roman wells can also be found above the village also lovely walks.
Villa Ariadne a detached, 3 bedroom, 2 storey house is beautiful, comfortable, light,modern and airy set in mature gardens only 8 minutes walk ( 400 metres) to Gavalochori village with 2 tavernas (Monica's and Arismari ) , a kafenion, a bakery, 2 mini markets, hairdressers with nail bar and craft/gift shop .
Open countryside and the White Mountains in the background are the views from the Villa plus the olive groves surrounding the villa.
The living room, kitchen, bedroom and shower room plus 2 balconies are situated on the first floor of the villa,
Two bedrooms and a large bathroom plus one balcony and large covered verandah are on the ground floor.
Upside down house as views are magnificent from the higher floor.
Secluded setting among the ancient olives groves along a quiet lane with mature gardens consisting of many olive trees, fruit trees, bushes, flowers, birds, butterflies and small lizards. Fully fenced and gated grounds.
The pool is 10m by 4.5 m, depth ranges from 1.2 to 1.4 to 1.8 metres and is accessed by large roman steps, no slippery ceramic tiles.. The pool is not gated . Pool shower is available.
No need to drive for dinner at one of the local tavernas.
Walking at night to the village in with a torch for guidance is wonderful -or you could steer by the stars.!!
Electric gates
Carport for one car. - space for second car on driveway
Deposit box
Hairdryer in each bedroom
FOR EXTRA PRIVACY
Two couples can share the house as there are bedrooms and bathrooms on both floors
The villa is not situated on a development
The owner's villa next door faces in opposite direction and Penny is available for assistance and local information as required. She is discrete so that you can enjoy the peaceful surroundings without interruption.
The beaches at Almerida 4 km and Kalives 8km are inviting with ample choice of restaurants, coffee shops and bars for your enjoyment.plus supermarkets, green grocers and butcher shops.
Licence No MHTE 1042K123K2548401
The Villa has been awarded a Health First Safety Certificate from the Greek Tourism Ministry to show that the villa complies with the local regulations regarding COVID-19. Namely, cleaning and presentation in order to provide a safe and secure environment for guests.
If you are looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday this is the villa to choose and re charge your batteries and watch the butterflies. You will love the Cretan country setting and the White Mountains - pink in the early morning at sunrise and forever changing colour all day, Magnificent sunsets to marvel at while sitting on the upstairs balcony.
Greek Taxes
Please note that Climate tax is2 euros per night payable on arrival plus municipality tax of 0.5 % of the rental costs.
Enjoy the seclusion and also the village close by for visiting, dining and having a glass of wine or the local Chania beer in barrels called Charma.
You can visit the Gavalochori Folk Museum, an ancient Olive Mill with beautiful Cretan arches and interesting Greek churches. Roman wells can also be found above the village also lovely walks.
Villa Ariadne a detached, 3 bedroom, 2 storey house is beautiful, comfortable, light,modern and airy set in mature gardens only 8 minutes walk ( 400 metres) to Gavalochori village with 2 tavernas (Monica's and Arismari ) , a kafenion, a bakery, 2 mini markets, hairdressers with nail bar and craft/gift shop .
Open countryside and the White Mountains in the background are the views from the Villa plus the olive groves surrounding the villa.
The living room, kitchen, bedroom and shower room plus 2 balconies are situated on the first floor of the villa,
Two bedrooms and a large bathroom plus one balcony and large covered verandah are on the ground floor.
Upside down house as views are magnificent from the higher floor.
Secluded setting among the ancient olives groves along a quiet lane with mature gardens consisting of many olive trees, fruit trees, bushes, flowers, birds, butterflies and small lizards. Fully fenced and gated grounds.
The pool is 10m by 4.5 m, depth ranges from 1.2 to 1.4 to 1.8 metres and is accessed by large roman steps, no slippery ceramic tiles.. The pool is not gated . Pool shower is available.
No need to drive for dinner at one of the local tavernas.
Walking at night to the village in with a torch for guidance is wonderful -or you could steer by the stars.!!
Electric gates
Carport for one car. - space for second car on driveway
Deposit box
Hairdryer in each bedroom
FOR EXTRA PRIVACY
Two couples can share the house as there are bedrooms and bathrooms on both floors
The villa is not situated on a development
The owner's villa next door faces in opposite direction and Penny is available for assistance and local information as required. She is discrete so that you can enjoy the peaceful surroundings without interruption.
The beaches at Almerida 4 km and Kalives 8km are inviting with ample choice of restaurants, coffee shops and bars for your enjoyment.plus supermarkets, green grocers and butcher shops.
Licence No MHTE 1042K123K2548401
The Villa has been awarded a Health First Safety Certificate from the Greek Tourism Ministry to show that the villa complies with the local regulations regarding COVID-19. Namely, cleaning and presentation in order to provide a safe and secure environment for guests.
Amenities at Relaxing stunning villa, wonderful views , large pool, short walk to village.
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Crete
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsThe stunning Villa Ariadne offers a wonderful stay with beautiful views, a lovely swimming pool surrounded by flowers, and great communication with the friendly owner. Highly recommended!
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
This was the third time in succession we stayed at Villa Ariadne. The location, peaceful seclusion and magnificent relaxation draws us back. The Villa is spotlessly clean, very well equipped, everything you might need, is provided. Great location for exploring the area, Chania a short drive away, there are lots of walks starting right outside the front gate! Lovely beach in Kalyves, Kera beach our favorite has a lovely location. The pool is extremely well kept and always clean and inviting. The gardens surrounding the villa are a great attraction, offering endless opportunities to admire and enjoy the great variety of plants and shrubs, another paradise. The night time scent from the Jasmine is wonderful. There is very secure and safe parking in a gated area with a carport that keeps the car cool on the hottest of days. Gavalochori a short walk, has a two fantastic tavernas, Monica's and Arismari, both have great food and each has a unique location. More tavernas in Kalyves and Almaryda. Penny our very friendly and supportive host, though on site, gave us enough privacy and freedom to really enjoy the Villa, pool and gardens. She is a great source of information or advice and went out of her way to ensure that our stay was perfect. Great value for money, facilities top rate. A lovely location for families as well as a relaxing and refreshing haven for just two people. Thank you Penny for all your wonderful hosting. Ossie and Margaret
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
A Perfect Stay – Warm Hospitality and Immaculate Comfort!We had a truly wonderful experience staying at this villa. From the moment we arrived—at 2 AM no less!—we were warmly welcomed by the host, who kindly waited up for us and made sure we felt right at home. That level of hospitality is rare and deeply appreciated.Throughout our stay, we enjoyed great conversations with the host, who was not only friendly but also genuinely interested in making our visit as comfortable as possible. The villa itself was spotless—every room was immaculately clean and beautifully maintained, which made it easy to relax and enjoy our holiday.The location was peaceful, the amenities were exactly as described, and the overall atmosphere was perfect for a relaxing getaway. We would absolutely recommend this villa to anyone looking for a clean, welcoming, and well-managed place to stay. Thank you for making our trip so memorable!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2023
We had a wonderful stay in the beautiful Villa Ariadne. The owner is very welcoming and friendly with excellent communication before our stay and was always available if we needed her during the stay. The villa was very clean and comfortable with everything that we needed provided. The views from the balconies are magnificent whether looking at the mountains with a morning cup of tea or watching the sun set with a glass of local wine. The swimming pool is lovely and surrounded by flowers so you can swim surrounded by butterflies! The local village (15 min walking distance but a steepish track on the way back) is beautiful with 3 different places to eat, two mini supermarkets, a bakery and a local craft shop. It’s a 10 min drive to the local beaches which are ideal for swimming and snorkelling or just building sandcastles. We loved our time in this stunning villa and would highly recommend it.
5 / 10·Oct 2019
Lovely villa with all the facilities you need for a perfectly relaxing holiday. We took the short walk to two tavernas in Gavalochori, which both had great atmosphere and food, and often drove the 10 minutes to Kalyves Beach which is ideal for swimming and beachside tavernas. Penny was very helpful throughout our stay and wed certainly recommend this villa and area of Crete.
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(24 Ratings)
The stunning Villa Ariadne offers a wonderful stay with beautiful views, a lovely swimming pool surrounded by flowers, and great communication with the friendly owner. Highly recommended!
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