Heaven is a Place in Crete

This legendary Greek villa is just that, legendary – it’s easy to see why it’s featured in films and TV series. Surrounded by fruit trees and a multitude of Mediterranean herbs and boasting unbeatable views out across the Aegean – the mesmerising mountains in the distance – at almost every turn, this Cretan casa really is the stuff dreams are made of. Featuring two kitchens and dining rooms, several sitting rooms, a private infinity pool and a separate kids’ pool as well as a fully organic vegetable greenhouse, this heavenly home is so heavenly its even got its own chapel at the bottom of the garden – the perfect place to propose, celebrate your wedding anniversary or even renewal your vows.

You’ll love this home for both its awesome architecture and incredible interiors – all exposed stone walls and archways, wonderful wooden floors and ceilings, and bedrooms with bathtubs and balconies – not to mention its magnificent outdoor offering. You’ll be blown away by the length and breadth of the sea facing terrace as well as by the wealth of beauty spots and alfresco dining and lounging areas. Whatever you don’t you won’t fail to make the most magical of memories here.

This hedonistic home’s location on the outskirts of the village of Almyrida means you’ll also have access to sandy beaches, water sports, fish taverns and bars. The more adventurous among you will love the opportunity to try their hand at water skiing, diving or windsurfing before tucking into a sumptuous feast of seafood and stuffed vine leaves at one of several splendid local eateries. Just twenty minutes from Chania City and twenty-five minutes from Rethymno town, you’ll be spoilt for choice deciding how to spend your downtime.


Home truths:
*This host does not welcome groups of young people under the age of twenty-one
*There’s free parking for up to four cars here
*This home is spread over three floors, with no internal lift
*You'll have your own private entrance here
*Your host can provide a cot and a high chair for free upon request
*There's a dedicated desk here if you need to catch up on some work during your stay
*You'll need to bring your own toiletries with you to use during your stay
*The swimming pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times – though there’s also an additional kid safe pool
*There’s a private chapel here
*Tourist Tax is included in the total price of your booking