A sophisticated and charming Villa with the extravagant addition of an indoor *heated jacuzzi pool on the lower level, the true worth of Villa Amvrosia is in its matchless outside space. A gorgeous L shaped pool is set into the beautifully furnished deck which, thanks to its hillside setting, is built at treetop level with views of the village of Stylos perched on the lower slopes of the dramatic White Mountains.
A second, lower deck is set in a small copse and furnished with table tennis, hammock and a swing seat beside a spacious fully equipped barbecue kitchen and dining area.
The villa's landscaped gardens have been chiseled out of the stony Cretan hillside and there’s even a pretty aviary holding a host of small birds at the entrance.
Location
Villa Amvrosia sits on a hillside on the edge of the small and charming village of Armeni where there is a choice of tavernas, a coffee shop, minimarket and butcher/deli. There are deliveries of fresh, locally baked bread to the small cafenion of Michael's in the centre.
Just 4.3 kms away, the low key seaside resort of Kalyves has lovely shallow shelving sandy beaches and a good choice of tavernas by the waters edge. Beyond Kalyves is the next seaside village of Almyrida which again has shallow waters and sandy beaches plus numerous tavernas and cafes.
Chania Venetian Harbour is easily reached, approx 20kms away.
Outside Villa Amvrosia
Swimming pool - 9.10m x 7.9m L shaped swimming pool with sloping entry. Depth, 0.97m to 1.60m
Sunbathing deck - sunbeds, double sun bathing bed.
Covered 'chill out' area - 2 sofas and table.
Garden - landscaped gardens and lawns chiseled out of the stony Cretan hillside.
Barbecue House - BBQ, wood oven, fridge, sink with tap, large round table and chairs, cushioned bench seating, and radio.
Lower deck - table tennis, hammock, swing chair
Ground floor covered dining terrace - balcony with dining table and chairs with pool and mountain views.
Ground floor Covered Terrace 2 - table and chairs.
(Also mentioned below - Indoor *Heated Jacuzzi Pool - step entry shallow pool with jacuzzi jets. 3.40m x 3.40m, depth 1m)
Inside Villa Amvrosia
Lower Ground Floor
Single bedroom - 1 single bed and wardrobe. Air con Unit.
Shower room - shower, hand basin, W.C.
Storeroom- Washing machine.
Den - desk and chairs, bench seating, books, games, door to lower deck.
*Heated Jacuzzi Pool - step entry shallow pool with jacuzzi jets. 3.40m x 3.40m, depth 1m.
Ground floor Villa Amvrosia
Open plan living room
Sitting area – L shaped comfy sofa, gall fronted fireplace, plasma TV with satellite (limited channels/news only), DVD player, French doors to dining balcony. Air Con Unit.
Kitchen Area - Painted wood fitted cupboards, double sink, electric oven with ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, espresso maker (Tassimo brand capsules) and fridge freezer. Small table and chairs. Window above the sink to the garden, stable door to small covered terrace.
Dining Area - Wooden table and seating for 6.
Cloakroom - WC., hand basin.
Covered balcony - dining table and chairs with mountain view
First Floor - Villa Amvrosia
Double bedroom, ensuite shower room - 1 double bed, dressing area with fitted wardrobe, windows to pool and mountain view. En suite shower, washbasin and WC. Air con unit
Twin bedroom – 2 single beds, fitted wardrobes and double doors to balcony with views of olive tree terracing. Air con Unit.
Family bathroom - corner bath with shower over, hand basin, WC
Housekeeping
Your Villa will be prepared for you on arrival with fresh bath and hand towels and all beds made up.
For stays of 7 nights or more - house towels will be changed every 3 - 4 days.
For stays of 14 nights or more - bed linen will be changed every 7 days.
Pool/beach towels - one per person for the duration of your stay.
Parking - Ample parking area next to the villa.
NB* The indoor pool is heated during the cooler months of April, May, October & November only.
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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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Apokoronas
Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in a rural area. 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 Nea Chora Beach and Golden Beach. Art of Living Glass Factory and Greek National Football Museum are also worth visiting.
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
coffee road despina - 7 min drive
Προβλήτα - 5 min drive
Ψησταριά Μητσος - 6 min drive
Platanoz Cafe - 6 min drive
Σουβλατζιδικο "Η Χρυσούλα - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa Amvrosia have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Amvrosia?
As of 25 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Amvrosia on 7 Sept 2026 start from AU$511, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Villa Amvrosia pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villa Amvrosia?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Amvrosia?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Amvrosia?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa Amvrosia located?
Situated in a rural location, this villa is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Kalyves Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Blue Coast and Kera. Ancient City of Aptera and Almyrida Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Absolutely stunning villa, incredible facilities and stunning location! The pictures and reviews don't do this place justice, it's out of this world!
Craig
Craig
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2022
Hi Craig, thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review of Villa Amvrosia. We are pleased to hear that you loved the villa and everything it offered - it sounds like you had a great stay at Villa Amvrosia!
We hope to have the opportunity to host you at one of our villas in the future.
Best wishes from Erry, Freelance Villas
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sophia
25 Oct 2024
Beautiful location and fabulous villa
Great service and communication. Loved the pool and all the space around the property. Stunning views and wonderful location.
Well appointed villa and lovely to be secluded and quiet.
We had a fantastic stay and would recommend this beautiful villa. We love Crete
One of the parasols by pool was slightly broken and rather small. The sun was intense so another large parasol would have been better - 3 parasols needed.
Sophia
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Neil
5 July 2023
Great villa with pool
Villa Amvrosia has just about everything you could want and is extremely well equipped. It's in a peaceful location close to Armeni, and not far from Kalives.
Somewhere to store the inevitable recycling. Description of the property to indicate It's less suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
Neil
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Hi Neil, thanks so much for your high rating of Villa Amvrosia. We would be delighted to welcome you back to one of our villas in the future!
Best wishes from Erry, Freelance Villas
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ALEXA
22 May 2022
Above expectations
Everything about this villa was pleasant. It was clean, quiet and homely. Our stay in Crete was wonderful as a result. The view from every sitting place was beautiful and uninterrupted. A short drive overall from Chania airport and plenty of room for parking outside. The local restaurants were a great find. Additionally all the furniture was attractive and of a great quality. We felt very spoilt. Thank you so much. I will definitely be using Freelance Villas again.
ALEXA
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2022
Hi Roger, thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review of Villa Amvrosia. We aim for our clients to have fantastic holidays, so we are pleased to hear that your stay was great and you loved Villa Amvrosia. We hope to have the opportunity to host you at one of our villas in the future.
Best wishes from Erry, Freelance Villas
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ros
15 Oct 2022
Good description
Exactly as Freelance laid out and we enjoyed the peace
and quiet of the lovely surroundings.
Well only as you used to with all our previous visits with you,a folder with general info in the villa would be very helpfull on arrival instead of relying on the technology all the time,always good to have back up now as we have discovered,however a great time was
had going over old haunts. Nick and Ros
Ros
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2022
Hi Ros, thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review of Villa Amvrosia. We are pleased to hear that you had a great stay and we hope to have the opportunity to host you at one of our villas in the future.
Best wishes from Erry, Freelance Villas
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Morris
19 Nov 2023
A wonderful villa
Everything, apart from the two small issues mentioned.
The door to the en-suite bathroom is missing.
Asking visitors to take their rubbish to the dumpsters in the village at the end of the stay is not very welcome when the hire car is full to the seams with people and luggage.
Morris
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2023
Hi Morris, thanks so much for your high rating of Villa Amvrosia. We would be delighted to welcome you back to one of our villas in the future!
Best wishes from Erry, Freelance Villas
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Malcolm
19 Sept 2023
Idyllic retreat
- Once again Villa Amvrosia delivered all we could have hoped for.A comfortable villa set in rural countryside with only the sounds of the country to disturb the peace. Carefully and intelligently designed for both sun and shade lovers. The pool and its surrounds is a delight and the views of the mountains spectacular.
Just wonderful and when coupled with the generosity of the hosts truly splendid, I just wish it could have been longer.
Some of the pool surrounds (decking and fences) are starting to reach the end of their life and need replacement,
Malcolm
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Hi Malcolm, thanks so much for leaving such a lovely review! So pleased that you loved Villa Amvrosia and it sounds like you really made the most of your time at the villa and its lovely setting & views.
We would be delighted to host you again in the future!
Erry, Freelance Villas
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Nicholas
28 Sept 2025
This was our fourth visit to Amvrosia. Many t
Location, general cleanliness, not being overlooked, peaceful.
Make sure there is no infestation of ants in the kitchen before clients arrive (it took a week to get this sorted).
Fix the decking by the pool - there were protruding screws and loose planks.
Restore bug screen balcony so aircon does not need to be used so much to cool down inside.
Restore normal seats in outside pergola as the new benches are too deep to be comfortable.
Ensure all umbrellas are operational by the pool.
Personally the indoor pool is better with normal and not salt water.
Schöne Villa ruhige Lage, Betten sind für Deutsche Verhältnisse gewöhnungsbedürftig.
Pool ist nicht beheizt, auch keine geselschaftsspiel vorhanden. Das Fliegengitter im Schlafzimmer ist defekt.
Die Tischtennisplatte ist alt und schief.
Alkes in allem in die Jahre gekommen.
Jörg B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Neil
6 Oct 2022
Our review
Quiet, peaceful, great outside area, pool
Cretian kitchen, owners very kind with salad from their garden
More glasses
Neil
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
16 Sept 2022
Our third time at Villa Amvrosia, keeps getting better
We Villa Amvrosia, third visit and booking for 2023 !
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jochem
8 Aug 2022
Perfect for a dream vacation
They think of everything. You don't need to stress about going to a shop. Everything was there. The pool was very clean. It is perfect for the whole family. And the location was incredible, amazing view and not far from the little town where they are really nice.
The pillows of the beds. The logo was quite annoying for sleeping and the pillows were to small. For the rest, everything was fine.
Jochem
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vince
5 July 2022
Lovely refuge for a peaceful holiday
The villa is very spacious and well appointed and provided plenty of room for 4 adults (myself, my wife and two adult sons). The kitchen was well equipped, the bedrooms comfortable and furnished with good quality mattresses (always a key consideration for me) and there was copius hot water for showering. The outside areas are extensive and provide plenty of spaces for some quiet time. The pool is excellent, there are plenty of sunbeds and the layout ensures there is always somewhere shady to sit if you need to get out of the midday sun. There is also a very well placed and comfortable hammock that got well used! The Cretan barbecue area provides a great cooking alternative and has a second fridge which was very useful for maintaining a good supply of chilled drinking water and other beverages. Overall very pleased adn would definitely consider re-booking if returning to Cre
Very little to comment on with regards to improvements. The grocery pack contained the wrong capsules for the coffee machine (it's a Tassimo machine) but other than that provided a useful set of groceries to get us up and runnning on arrival.
Vince
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sam
9 June 2022
Superb stay
Beautiful villa - we’ve stayed in quite a few and this tops the lot. Just as advertised, if not better. We arrived to a fruit basket, wine and biscuits. The villa was very clean and simply decorated inside. Lovely balconies and we loved the very private pool area. We loved being surrounded by nature (the dawn chorus here is unreal!) - beautiful views across to the mountains with glorious sunsets. The added extras (table tennis and jacuzzi) kept us entertained.
Great location near the village and two small sandy beaches (Kalyves and Almyrida). We ate in the big restaurant in Armenoi village three times….beware the huge portions - “appetisers” are more like big sharing plates! The local coffee shop also does pancakes and omelettes for breakfast.
The only downside was that we came back covered in mosquito bites….definitely not unique to this villa - they’re everywhere in the evening! But we did wish we had mozzie nets for night-time….maybe something the owners could consider.
Sam
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Malcolm
12 Oct 2021
Spectacular villa in a plum location
The villa is well presented and intelligently designed. The terraces and views are magnificent.
The pool is wonderful.
The outdoor areas are well designed for both shade and sun.
The rooms are comfortable
Nice owners
It is only a short walk from the village, its tavernas and shops.
The wi-fi only has a weak signal
Malcolm
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rachel
24 Sept 2021
Just what we had hoped for and a little bit more!
What a gorgeous villa and beautiful surroundings. We had very much wanted privacy and peace and quiet which is exactly what we got. Knowing Kalyves and Almirida well, we were looking for somewhere close by and this was perfect. The pool area and outside areas were simply lovely, enabling you to either chase the sun all day or escape into a shady area. The views are stunning with the mountains all around. The pool itself is just fabulous and we spent most of our time floating around! The evenings were lovely sitting in the warm air and enjoying a G&T under the stars. Bed was very comfortable and view from master bedroom just stunning. We didn't use the jacuzzi and whilst we absolutely loved the Cretan Kitchen, we only used once as couldn't get the extractor to work so the room filled with smoke pretty quickly. Plenty of amenities in the village to get you by including a fantastic butchers. The welcome pack enabled us to have a glass of wine on our late arrival and some fresh water before heading down to the bakery the following morning for breakfast supplies. Kalyves is a very short drive for one of my favourite beaches and plenty of tavernas for delicious food. We will definitely return!
A couple of things we couldn't get to work (oven and BBQ extractor) reported on our return (did not see the owner during the week or would have mentioned it) and apparently they were working but we were not using correctly. Detailed instructions would be helpful as I followed what was there and guessed in other areas. These didn't affect our holiday though. Although still warm and air con in use on some nights, an extra cover rather than just a sheet on the bed would have been a bit more comfortable. The villa is looking a little tired in places which may require some refresh to justify the price increase for same time next year.
Rachel
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Terry
12 Sept 2021
Excellent Villa, great outdoor area
Pool area was brilliant
Villa is not walking distance from bars and Tavernas due to steep incline ( unless you have above average fitness)and having to pass a number of properties with guard dogs.
Terry
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