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Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool

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Welcome in Villa Spiti Athina!

Kitchen with cooker, oven, sink, water cooker, coffee machine, fridge & freezer

The stone table and bench on the terrace

Outdoor dining

View from inside on the terrace and pool

8.6Excellent

(10 Ratings)

Guests enjoyed the serene village setting, beautiful pool, breathtaking views, and perfect accommodation. The local events added to the memorable experience.

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8.6 / 10.0

Excellent(10 Ratings)

Villa in Crete

7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

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About this villa rental

Spiti Athinà is is a wonderful holiday house with a large swimming pool (6x10m) in an authentic village, only a few miles from the coast. This traditional Cretan village house has been tastefully renovated into a cosy vacation villa for 6 persons. The 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 down and 1 up) all have an individual character. During the restoration works, many of the original authentic elements were kept. In the living room the original natural stones are still visible. There is a wonderful shaded terrace, which adjoins the house towards the swimming pool. Under the shady vines is a magnificent stone table and bench, where you could spend many happy hours: for a chat, for a drink, with a view of the pool and garden with olive and citrus trees and enjoying the splendid mountain views. Here you can also enjoy a siesta on the sunbeds in the shadow, or spend delicious long evenings in the open air when the pool is lighted. The Mediterranean climate and the crickets does the rest.

Amenities at Tastefully renovated Cretan traditional house with private pool

Pets allowed

Map of Crete

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Morosini Fountain

CRETAquarium Thalassokosmos

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Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

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Top rated by guests

8.6Excellent

(10 Ratings)

Guests enjoyed the serene village setting, beautiful pool, breathtaking views, and perfect accommodation. The local events added to the memorable experience.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

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8.6 / 10.0

Excellent(10 Ratings)

Villa in Crete

7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Crete

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Morosini Fountain

CRETAquarium Thalassokosmos

About this villa rental

Spiti Athinà is is a wonderful holiday house with a large swimming pool (6x10m) in an authentic village, only a few miles from the coast. This traditional Cretan village house has been tastefully renovated into a cosy vacation villa for 6 persons. The 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 down and 1 up) all have an individual character. During the restoration works, many of the original authentic elements were kept. In the living room the original natural stones are still visible. There is a wonderful shaded terrace, which adjoins the house towards the swimming pool. Under the shady vines is a magnificent stone table and bench, where you could spend many happy hours: for a chat, for a drink, with a view of the pool and garden with olive and citrus trees and enjoying the splendid mountain views. Here you can also enjoy a siesta on the sunbeds in the shadow, or spend delicious long evenings in the open air when the pool is lighted. The Mediterranean climate and the crickets does the rest.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

Ratings and reviews

8.6 / 10.0

Excellent(10 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

Guests enjoyed the serene village setting, beautiful pool, breathtaking views, and perfect accommodation. The local events added to the memorable experience.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

10.0 / 10.0

It is is 2nd time we went to this house. Always a great pleasure to spend time in this quiet village within a nice typical house. Thanks Sabine

10.0 / 10.0

We have stayed in many villas but this one was by far the best. The pool was amazing, the views were breathtaking and the accommodation just perfect for our much needed family holiday. The local village is just a short stroll away and we soon settled into village life. Our week ended with an amazing event of traditional Cretan music which we were privileged to attend with all the villagers. Just perfect

8.0 / 10.0

An oasis in the middle of Gavalochori

An oasis in the middle of Gavalochori

This is a lovely unusual house very close to the centre of the village of Gavalochori. The outside terrace area is a delightful space to relax in and the large pool is wonderfully refreshing and clean. Inside the house there is a small but functional kitchen/dining area. The beds are very comfortable and there is a balcony off the upstairs double bedroom. The only suggestion I would make would be regarding the showers in both bathrooms - it would be nicer if they were more powerful! Apart from that it is a great house to relax in and is well located, being a few minutes walk from the tavernas and shops in Gavalochori.

3.0 / 10.0

First the positive things - this is a charming villa, conveniently situated at the edge of one of the prettiest villages in the area, within walking distance of all the tavernas, and with shops and a bakery nearby. The outside area is (with one exception) delightful and the pool is really excellent.The bedrooms are very good, and the beds among the most comfortable weve experienced in Crete, where mattresses tend to be hard. The seats and lighting in the living area were also good.Where the property is less satisfactory, at least for us, was in the bathrooms and kitchen. Although the bathrooms were efficient - the showers were good - they were rather down-at-heel, and the lack of plugs in either basin was not good. The kitchen was small and cramped - we didnt do any cooking, but even preparing breakfast and snacks was problematic, and the breakfast bar effect was very odd, as was the wooden latch holding the fridge shut.The biggest failure for me was that the sun-umbrella (the only one) was broken and couldnt be used, which meant that for much of the late morning and early afternoon I couldnt stay by the pool and had either to sit under the verandah or go indoors.I would really like to give Spiti Athini more than three stars because its got a lot going for it, but there were just a few too many things which didnt quite measure up to expectations. I will say, however, that none of these are seriously difficult to put right, and I very much hope that they can be. A word of warning generally - the stairs are very steep - the property isnt suitable for people with even a mild mobility problem.Finally, I would like to thank Sabine and Dirk, who were friendly and helpful owners (thanks for permission to stay on later on the last day - it made a huge difference - and to the housekeepers, who looked after us well.

6.0 / 10.0

Charming but could be better

Charming but could be better

First the positive things - this is a charming villa, conveniently situated at the edge of one of the prettiest villages in the area, within walking distance of all the tavernas, and with shops and a bakery nearby. The outside area is (with one exception) delightful and the pool is really excellent. The bedrooms are very good, and the beds among the most comfortable we've experienced in Crete, where mattresses tend to be hard. The seats and lighting in the living area were also good. Where the property is less satisfactory, at least for us, was in the bathrooms and kitchen. Although the bathrooms were efficient - the showers were good - they were rather down-at-heel, and the lack of plugs in either basin was not good. The kitchen was small and cramped - we didn't do any cooking, but even preparing breakfast and snacks was problematic, and the breakfast bar effect was very odd, as was the wooden latch holding the fridge shut. The biggest failure for me was that the sun-umbrella (the only one) was broken and couldn't be used, which meant that for much of the late morning and early afternoon I couldn't stay by the pool and had either to sit under the verandah or go indoors. I would really like to give Spiti Athini more than three stars because it's got a lot going for it, but there were just a few too many things which didn't quite measure up to expectations. I will say, however, that none of these are seriously difficult to put right, and I very much hope that they can be. A word of warning generally - the stairs are very steep - the property isn't suitable for people with even a mild mobility problem. Finally, I would like to thank Sabine and Dirk, who were friendly and helpful owners (thanks for permission to stay on later on the last day - it made a huge difference - and to the housekeepers, who looked after us well.

8.0 / 10.0

Wonderful place to sit back, relax & enjoy Crete

Wonderful place to sit back, relax & enjoy Crete

- the house was neat and tidy, very welcoming (lights were lit on our arrival). The owners really have put in the work in improving the house and providing a quality stay. - non-touristic village, in a relaxing environment, though not too far from the bigger cities in case you're interested. - incredible view on the surrounding mountains! - colorful plants on the terrace outside, a lemon tree in the garden, grapes growing above your head, providing cool shade - all the necessary shops are nearby: bakery + small supermarket + cozy, romantic and tasty restaurants @300m, small supermarket @ 10min drive. Chania Airport not too far. - internet has been provided for! No worries. - the property is surrounded with a 2m wall and a big, wooden gate (hooray!) - the pool water gets cleaned automatically + a guy came every other day cleaning the surface with a leaf skimmer. Plus, there are lights installed for an evening swim! - superb beaches nearby, 15min drive We had a very nice stay here and were able to roam freely through Crete, recommended! Perfect morning routine: wake-up, jump in the pool, breakfast in the sun, with fruits and fresh bread from nearby. Superb!

4.0 / 10.0

- the house was neat and tidy, very welcoming (lights were lit on our arrival). The owners really have put in the work in improving the house and providing a quality stay.- non-touristic village, in a relaxing environment, though not too far from the bigger cities in case youre interested.- incredible view on the surrounding mountains!- colorful plants on the terrace outside, a lemon tree in the garden, grapes growing above your head, providing cool shade- all the necessary shops are nearby: bakery small supermarket cozy, romantic and tasty restaurants @300m, small supermarket @ 10min drive. Chania Airport not too far. - internet has been provided for! No worries.- the property is surrounded with a 2m wall and a big, wooden gate (hooray!) - the pool water gets cleaned automatically a guy came every other day cleaning the surface with a leaf skimmer. Plus, there are lights installed for an evening swim!- superb beaches nearby, 15min driveWe had a very nice stay here and were able to roam freely through Crete, recommended!Perfect morning routine: wake-up, jump in the pool, breakfast in the sun, with fruits and fresh bread from nearby. Superb!

5.0 / 10.0

my wife and I decided to go to Crete to join the local Easter celebrations and tradition is definitely what we got!we were enchanted by the traditional and tasteful style in which the house has been refurbished, the cosiness of the different rooms,...very well located in the heart of a small village Gavalochori, at 100 meters of a local grocery store, 150 meters of a restaurant with an original and creative kitchen (other restaurants in the neighbourhood as well) and at a 10 minutes drive from the seaside (Almyrida)still a little bit too cold for me to have a swim (my wife was more courageous) - in a 15m pool (meaning long enough to really have a swim and not just paddle your feet)great view on the White Mountains, nice environment to go jogging if you dont mind running in the hills or perfect to go tracking in the hillsneedless to mention that Crete is a really cheap place to go out to have dinner, have a drink or whateverwe already know where to go to, next time we want to relax and just sit back to enjoy life great value for your money

10.0 / 10.0

traditional charm and hapiness guaranteed

traditional charm and hapiness guaranteed

my wife and I decided to go to Crete to join the local Easter celebrations and tradition is definitely what we got! we were enchanted by the traditional and tasteful style in which the house has been refurbished, the cosiness of the different rooms,... very well located in the heart of a small village Gavalochori, at 100 meters of a local grocery store, 150 meters of a restaurant with an original and creative kitchen (other restaurants in the neighbourhood as well) and at a 10 minutes drive from the seaside (Almyrida) still a little bit too cold for me to have a swim (my wife was more courageous) - in a 15m pool (meaning long enough to really have a swim and not just paddle your feet) great view on the White Mountains, nice environment to go jogging if you don't mind running in the hills or perfect to go tracking in the hills needless to mention that Crete is a really cheap place to go out to have dinner, have a drink or whatever we already know where to go to, next time we want to relax and just sit back to enjoy life great value for your money

4.0 / 10.0

Could do better!

Could do better!

The house is charming, but not well maintained. It is in need of a deep clean; dust balls in all the corners and under the beds, the bed linnens were stained, the towels smelly, the fridge leaked, cockroaches, you get the picture. There was no internet, despite the advert stating that there was. On our second night the roof in the downstairs bedroom started to leak...straight into the bed. Needless to say, we didn't stay and were relocated to simple functional, clean villa with help from Spiti Athena's owners. Gavalohori is a great village though, well worth a visit.

2.0 / 10.0

The house is charming, but not well maintained. It is in need of a deep clean; dust balls in all the corners and under the beds, the bed linnens were stained, the towels smelly, the fridge leaked, cockroaches, you get the picture. There was no internet, despite the advert stating that there was. On our second night the roof in the downstairs bedroom started to leak...straight into the bed. Needless to say, we didnt stay and were relocated to simple functional, clean villa with help from Spiti Athenas owners. Gavalohori is a great village though, well worth a visit.

10.0 / 10.0

Heerlijk huis in gezellig dorp

Heerlijk huis in gezellig dorp

We hebben een fantastische vakantie gehad in dit heerlijke ruime huis waar alles aanwezig was wat je nodig hebt. Genoten van het mooie grote zwembad, het gezellige dorpje met twee goede restaurantjes, even een frappe drinken op het dorpsplein. Strand is vlakbij. Het heeft ons werkelijk aan niets ontbroken!

10.0 / 10.0

Traumhafter Urlaub

Traumhafter Urlaub

Ein sehr schönes Haus, traumhafter Pool, kleiner idyllischer Ort. Die Vermieter jederzeit erreichbar und Sanja- die Hauskeeperin- eine Perle. Wir haben das Haus bereits zum 2.mal gebucht und waren wieder begeistert.

10.0 / 10.0

Très jolie maison

Très jolie maison

Séjour très agréable, maison bien équipée, et propriétaire très disponible, et de bons conseils. Nous recommandons vivement cette location. Corinne et Vincent

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