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Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi

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Pool
Pool
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Livadia
  • Place, beach near Livadia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chryssoskalitissa Monastery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Pink Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi

💖 Why Guests Love Villa Elafonissi
• Beachfront Location: Just 100m from Livadia Beach, offering immediate access to the sea and peaceful coastal living.
• Private Pool Paradise: A large outdoor swimming pool for refreshing dips at your leisure.
• Spacious Living: Two-bedroom layout with ensuite bathrooms, ideal for families or small groups seeking comfort and privacy.
• Prime West Crete Location: Peacefully set in Kissamos, just 19 minutes from the famous Elafonissi Beach.

🏡 Set in the quiet coastal area of Livadia–Amygdalokefali, Villa Elafonissi is a spacious private villa designed for families and groups looking to enjoy comfort, nature, and proximity to one of Crete’s most famous beaches. With generous indoor and outdoor spaces, it blends relaxation with authentic Cretan surroundings.

🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout & Living

Lower Ground Floor
• Social Hub: Comfortable living room with cozy seating, a 32” smart HDTV, air conditioning, and satellite TV (HOTBIRD & ASTRA).
• Kitchen & Dining: Fully equipped kitchen with oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee machine, and Nespresso espresso machine. Dining area for shared meals.
• Bedroom 1: King-size double bedroom with air conditioning, ensuite bathroom with a jetted bath, and direct access to a private balcony with sea view.
• Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom with two single beds, air conditioning, ensuite bathroom with a jetted bath.
• Extra Sleeping: Additional sleeping arrangement available with an extra bed on request.

🌴 Outdoor & Wellness Features
• Private outdoor swimming pool (13m x 3m, depth 1.70m).
• Outdoor seating area with sun loungers and dining table for relaxed outdoor living.
• Electric BBQ for family meals and gatherings.
• Outdoor pool shower for convenience.
• Washing machine available within the property.
• Private parking for up to 2 vehicles.

📍 Prime Location in Livadia–Elafonissi Area
Located just steps from the sea, the villa offers immediate beach access while also being a perfect base for exploring West Crete’s most famous attractions.

• Elafonissi Beach: 19 minutes (world-famous pink sand beach).
• Balos Lagoon: 45 minutes (one of Crete’s most photographed lagoons).
• Falassarna Beach: 35 minutes (long sandy beach with stunning sunsets).
• Kissamos Town: 57 minutes (shops, tavernas, and seaside promenade).
• Chania Airport: 92 km away (approx. 1 hour 40 minutes).

🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
Villa Elafonissi serves as an ideal gateway to the natural beauty and iconic beaches of West Crete:

Local Highlights (10–30 Minutes):
• Elafonissi Beach: Famous for its exotic pink sand and shallow turquoise waters.
• Paralia Kokkina Gkremna: A dramatic and less-known beach with striking red cliffs and wild natural scenery.
• Livadia Village: A quiet traditional village offering an authentic glimpse of rural Cretan life.

Day Trips:
• Chania Old Town (1h 30 mins): Explore Venetian harbor charm, narrow alleys, and vibrant dining experiences.
• Balos Lagoon (1h 30 mins): A breathtaking lagoon with white sand and turquoise waters, accessible by boat.
• Falassarna Beach (55 mins): A stunning long sandy beach, ideal for swimming and unforgettable sunsets.

The CreteVillas4u Advantage

🤝 Lowest Price Guarantee! Book with confidence, knowing you’re getting the best deal available through CreteVillas4U.

🛡️ Managed by CreteVillas4U | Experts in Cretan hospitality ensuring a seamless, high-quality stay.
To ensure a stress-free holiday experience, we will send you a link to our GuestGuide4u approximately two weeks prior to your arrival. This guide will include many details for the house, recommendations for local activities in Crete, suggested restaurants, and other helpful travel information.

🧳 Included Services
• Welcome Basket: Filled with local Cretan treats upon arrival.
• Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen change every 3-4 days.
• 24/7 Support: Managed by the dedicated CreteVillas4U team.
• Professional Pool & Garden maintenance.

🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost)
• Private Chef, Wine Tasting, Beauty Treatments, or Personal Training.
• Car rentals and transfers (with exclusive guest discounts), sailing trips, guided tours, and private boat rentals.
• Pre-arrival shopping service.
• Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call.
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1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 15:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 11:00 on the Departure Date. But in any case if you wish to arrive earlier or depart later than the mentioned hours feel free to contact us and we will fulfill your request if the villa is available with no extra cost. If your arrival will be delayed, you must contact us so that alternative arrangements can be made. If you fail to do so you may not be able to gain access to the Property. If you fail to arrive by midday on the day after the Arrival Date and you have not contacted us, we may treat the booking as having been cancelled by you.

2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not enter the property or stay overnight in the property. Any kind of Party for more than the people staying in the property must be informed prior booking the villa, which in some cases it might not be accepted and if accepted extra charge might apply. In case you do so, we can refuse to hand over the Property to you, or can require you to leave. We will treat any of these circumstances as a cancelation of the booking by you and we shall be under no obligation to refund you for any fees already paid to us
in those circumstances. Any refund will be at our sole discretion

3. Every effort has been made to ensure that you have an enjoyable and memorable holiday. If however, you have any cause for complaint it is important that action is taken as soon as possible. It is essential that you contact us if any problem arises so that it can be speedily resolved. It is often extremely difficult (and sometimes impossible) for us to resolve difficulties properly unless we are promptly notified. In particular, complaints of a transient nature(example: electric power issues, warm water is out etc.) cannot possibly be investigated unless you will let us know as soon as possible whilst you are in residence.
Also after staying in the property for 48 hours and we have not received any message or email from you about any broken facilities/amenities in the property, we will hold the guest responsible for any damages caused and must be paid or replaced by the guest on spot.

4. Smoking is Not allowed in the properties so we request all of our guests not to smoke in the properties
but to smoke outside on the exterior areas such us by swimming pools, balconies, verandas, patios or terrace

5. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. Cleaning and linnen change is done every 3/4 days.
In case you wish for the villa to be cleaned more often, it’s possible for an extra charge.

6. Hot Tub/bathtub: No children under the age of 5 permitted in hot tubs at any time without adult supervision. When using the hot tub, remember there is a certain health risk associated with this facility. Use at your own risk. Our housekeepers drain, sanitize, refill and replenish chemicals in all tubs prior to your arrival therefore it may not be warm until later that evening.

7. Pool: The pool is not covered, built to the standards of the Greek Tourism Organization EOT. Parents have full responsibility for supervision of their minor children No children under the age of 12 permitted the pool at any time without adult supervision. When using the pool, remember there is a certain health risk associated with this facility. Use at your own risk.

8. Tenants agree to respect the property. In case of any damage that will be made, the tenants will have to pay the cost on the spot and before leaving the villa.

9. The owner agrees to provide a clean home, cleaned just before the arrival of tenants.
Cleaning is done by us, changing towels and bed linen is included in the price.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

The villa is friendly and safe for children

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed ONLY in the exterior areas

. 1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 15:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 11:00 on the Departure Date.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1042Κ91000534200
Property # 6890446
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Kissamos

Located in Kissamos, this villa is near a water park and by the ocean. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Museum of the Acritans of Europe, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pink Beach and Kendrodasos. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Livadia

What's nearby

  • beach near Livadia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chryssoskalitissa Monastery - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Elafonissi Beach - 18 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Kedrodasos Beach - 24 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Pink Beach - 24 min drive - 17.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Kandanos Cantina - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gialites Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪ca ti alo - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Kissamos Cantina - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lefteris - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi on 29 June 2026 start from AU$593, 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 Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Sea View villa w/pool, close to Elafonissi located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly villa is 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Chryssoskalitissa Monastery and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Pink Beach. Trachilos Beach and Mávros Mólos are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

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9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agnes M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Our stay at the villa was fabulous. The owner was accessible 24/7 and the property was as advertised/expected. We hope to visit the area and stay at the villas again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2022
Hello Agnes and thank you for your 5* comments. We try our best and we are glad that you enjoyed our services and the whole experience was delightful. We are looking forward to welcome you back again in Crete. Best, Cretevillas4u team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Sunset

We had a wonderful stay in April. The House is absolutely beautiful. The Sunsets are amazing.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2025
Thank you for your kind words and the 5-star review, Susanne. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back to Crete soon. Best, Cretevillas4u team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trista H.

Beautiful view!

Great property, everything was fantastic. Plenty of privacy and an unbeatable view. The hosts were very accommodating while also respecting our privacy. I would highly recommend staying there and will consider staying with them again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Dear Trista, thank you for your positive review. Elafonissi villa is truly private and the view is amazing. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to see you again soon. Take Care, Manos.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steffen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Einfach perfekt

Traumhaft schönes Haus. Wunderbarer Blick aufs Meer, schöne Einrichtung, großer Pool. Völlig ruhig gelegen, Griechenland pur. Im Westen Kretas ist von Massentourismus aber auch so gar nichts zu spüren. Zauberhafte Tavernen in der Nähe, entweder unter Olivenbäumen oder direkt am Meer. Ganz besonders: der Kontakt mit unserem Hausbetreuer. Wenn mal irgendwas war, beispielsweise ein Rohr leckte, gab es innerhalb von 1 Minute Rückmeldung per WhatsApp. Der Schaden wurde dann binnen einer halben Stunde behoben. Einfach perfekt, wie auch der Kontakt mit der Agentur im Vorfeld. Es gibt wirklich, wirklich nichts zu meckern. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder. Diese zwölf Tage haben uns sehr gut getan. Urlaub für die Seele.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Vielen Dank für Ihre 5-Sterne-Bewertung, Steffen. Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Sie Ihren Aufenthalt genossen haben und hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen! Herzliche Grüße, Ihr Cretevillas4u-Team
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8/10 Good

Ursula N.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nette Villa mit schönem großen Pool und einem sehr freundlichen Service vor Ort, sofort da auch für die nötigen kleinen Reparaturen der nicht mehr ganz neuen Innenausstattung. Für unser Ruhebedürfnis war der Ort genau richtig, ziemlich einsam an der felsigen Westküste gelegen, ein kleines Auto ist dafür ein Muss. (Achtung: Google findet in dieser Region nicht immer zuverlässig die gute Asphalt-Straße!)Die Auswahl an lokalen Restaurants ist begrenzt, der nächste größere Supermarkt mehr als eine (bergige) Autostunde entfernt.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich die Zeit genommen haben, eine Bewertung zu schreiben, Ursula. Wir freuen uns, dass Ihnen Ihr Aufenthalt gefallen hat und hoffen, Sie bald wieder begrüßen zu dürfen! Herzliche Grüße, das Cretevillas4u-Team
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10/10 Excellent

Bettina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schön - aber Wind muss man mögen :-)

Wir haben eine sehr schöne Woche im Haus verbracht! Lefteris und seine Mitarbeiter waren mega freundlich und haben alle Rückfragen umgehend beantwortet und gelöst. Das Haus hat eine wunderschöne Lage, ist aber wenn es windig ist (was es in unserer Woche definitiv war!), dem Wind ziemlich ausgesetzt. Zwei Sachen, die verbessert werden könnten: - es gibt ab dem Nachmittag kaum noch richtig schattige Bereiche - es gibt keine Duschen, sondern Badewannen in den 2 Bädern, die zudem keinen Vorhang haben Davon abgesehen aber ein sehr schöner Fleck, an dem man mit dem Blick aufs Meer die Seele baumeln lassen kann
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Vielen Dank, Bettina, für Ihre freundlichen Worte. Wir freuen uns wirklich, dass Sie einen schönen Aufenthalt hatten. Wir hoffen, Sie in Zukunft wieder in einem unserer Häuser begrüßen zu dürfen. Beste Grüße, das Team von Cretevillas4u.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruhe mit herrlichem Blick

Das Haus ist wunderschön gelegen, rundum Meerblick! Im Bett hört man das Meeresrauschen. Man muss sich nur auf Serpentinenstraßen einstellen, es ist ruhig im "Nix" gelegen. Zum Strand Elafonissi ist es nicht weit und der ist im April noch sehr leer und wunderschön. Das Wlan hat nicht gut funktioniert, während unseres Aufenthaltes wurde aber ein neuer Router eingebaut. Mit der Entwässerung war auch etwas nicht in Ordnung, das wurde aber auch vom Vermieter sofort repariert.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Hallo Sina und danke für deine netten Worte. Wir freuen uns, dass Sie wunderschöne Urlaubstage bei uns verbracht haben. Wie Sie bereits erwähnt haben, ist es sehr wichtig, dass sich alle Annehmlichkeiten und berühmten Strände in der Nähe der Villa befinden. Wir würden uns sehr freuen, Sie wieder auf Kreta begrüßen zu dürfen. Beste Grüße, das Cretevillas4u-Team.
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10/10 Excellent

Ulrich B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Lage und tolle Aussicht

Tolle Lage mit herrlichem Meerblick aus dem Wohnzimmer, Küche und Schlafzimmer! Abgelegen mit Ruhe. Auto aber unentbehrlich. Geschirr könnte üppiger sein, für zwei Personen aber ausreichend. Freundliches Bedienungspersonal und freundlicher Nachbar. Insgesamt herrlicher Aufenthalt im „Wilden Westen Kretas.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2021
Hallo Ulrich und vielen Dank, dass Sie sich für die Villa Elafonissi für Ihren Urlaub entschieden haben. Wir freuen uns, dass Ihre Erwartungen erfüllt wurden und Sie Ihren Aufenthalt bei uns genossen haben. Das Sommerhotel bietet seinen Gästen eine qualitativ hochwertige Unterkunft und alle Annehmlichkeiten, die jeder in seinem Urlaub suchen wird. Die Lage des Hauses ist, wie Sie bereits erwähnt haben, ideal, da es in der Nähe des berühmten Strandes von Elafonissi liegt. Nochmals vielen Dank für Ihre freundlichen Worte, es ist unser Ziel, den Urlaub unserer Gäste besser zu machen, als sie sich jemals vorstellen können. Wir freuen uns, Sie wieder auf Kreta begrüßen zu dürfen. Beste, Manos
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa, Dr. C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charmantes Haus in ruhiger Lage

Sehr schöne Lage mit phantastischem Ausblick und wunderschönen Sonnenuntergängen. Toller, großer Pool, der täglich gereinigt wird. Kommunikation und Infos perfekt organisiert, toller vor Ort Service! Ausstattung gut, könnte etwas mehr Geschirr und Besteck sein, aber ausreichend! Leider kein größerer Supermarkt, aber gute Tavernen in der Umgebung! Bademöglichkeit an Klippen fußläufig, aber Traumstrand Elafonissi in 15 min erreichbar. Wer Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit mag, unbedingt hier hin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2021
Hallo Theresa und vielen Dank, dass Sie sich für die Villa Elafonissi für Ihren Urlaub entschieden haben. Wir freuen uns, dass Sie Ihren Urlaub an diesem sehr schönen Ort mit der fantastischen Aussicht und den wunderschönen Sonnenuntergängen, wie Sie erwähnt haben, genossen haben. Die Lage des Anwesens ist ideal für einen privaten Urlaub abseits der Massen, aber nur 15 m Fahrt vom berühmten Strand Elafonissi entfernt. Nochmals vielen Dank für Ihre freundlichen Worte, es ist unser Ziel, unseren Gästen den besten Service zu bieten. Wir freuen uns, Sie wieder auf Kreta begrüßen zu dürfen. Mit freundlichen Grüßen, Cretevillas4u-Team.
Verified

8/10 Good

Per-Åke W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Praktiska problem

Tog flera dagar innan luftkonditionering och spolning på en toalett fungerade. Yttre entrédörr gick ej att öppna utan kraftansträngning. Utlovad städning varannan dag fungerade överhuvud taget inte. Detta var mindre praktiska problem men huset som helhet hade hög standard och en fantastisk utsikt.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Kära Per Ake, tack för din vänliga recension. Vi kommer att ta dina kommentarer seriöst, eftersom vi alltid vill impove oss. Vi är glada över att du hade en trevlig tid med oss och att du tyckte om det vackra läget. Ha en fin vinter!
Verified

4/10 Poor

thierry d.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Villa agréable dans sa partie extérieur mais désagréable dans son intérieur

Très bon accueil avec le concierge de son prénom Michel et rien à dire sur l'équipe d'entretien etc... par contre nous avons dû dormir dans la cuisine sur les cousins du canapé pour obtenir un minimum de fraîcheur ( problème de climatisation) puis la seconde nuit nous avons passé la nuit dehors car aucune climatisation ne fonctionné sans compté un nombre très important de blattes dans la maison. Durant la première semaine, nous avons passé beaucoup de temps à alerter les services concernés . Le propriétaire à constaté le dis fonctionnement de la climatisation, tout d'abord il nous a proposé de dormir une nuit puis une notre dans une autre villa où il n'y avait aucun souci, ce qui nous a permis de récupérer d'une fatigue accumulée, ensuite nous avons été équipés d'une climatisation portative très bruillante, de nouveau impossible de dormir, la réparation c'est fait en fin de deuxième semaine, il n'est pas acceptable de perdre du temps durant un séjour de vacances, en vue de la prestation annoncé sur le site, pour le prix de cette prestation, nous nous attendions à un minimum de confort, autant être en camping !!!!! Si c'est pour dormir dehors !!!!de ce fait, nous voulons un dédommagement financier lié à ce préjudice. Nous avons envie de retourné en crête mais certainement pas dans cette villa !!! Dans l'attente d'une réponse et d'un dédommagement rapide. Cordialement Madame et monsieur DUFRESNE
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Dear Mr Thierry, First of all I would like to thank you for taking the time and sharing your experience here with us. Below is the copy of the email i had sent you on 13/07, which was when we got informed about this situation. Here is a copy '"Dear Mr Thierry, we have received your message about the A/C miss function and we have also talked with the owners about this. Indeed there is something wrong with one of the A/C but since there are 2 bedrooms, why don’t you use the second bedroom until the A/Cin the other bedroom is fixed? i also have been informed that the owners will fix the A/C within the next couple of days. Mr Thierry, you must understand that machines do brake or have damages like in our own houses, but we are trying to solve them as soon as possible. Also below is what the owners offered you as compensation 1. The owners gave you another villa to sleep for 2 days since in the same location they have 6 villas in total 2. They bought a Brand New A/C unit placed in the bedroom. Again, i don’t understand why you didn’t use the second bedroom where the A/C worked just fine 3. -a free dinner has been offered to you, at the owner’s restaurant 100m away from the villa'' I would like to thank you again for choosing Elafonssi villa for your holidays and i am very sorry to hear tat your experience there was not the best as most of our guests Best Manos
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Toll

Ein traumhaftes Haus in einem Ort mit wenigen Touristen. Sauber, riesiger Pool, coole Taverne am Meer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Liebe Manuela, vielen Dank für deine 5 Sterne Bewertung. Wir freuen uns, dass Ihnen die Villa Elafonisi gefallen hat und hoffen, Sie in einem unserer Häuser wiederzusehen. Einen schönen Tag noch!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhaft!!!

Ruhige Lage, sehr schönes Haus, traumhafter Pool mit wunderschönen Ausblick! Die 3 Nächte waren zu wenig. Vielen Dank für den traumhaften Aufenthalt!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Liebe Claire, vielen Dank für Ihre positive Bewertung. Unser Ziel ist es, schöne Ferien zu haben, und wir freuen uns, dass Sie es getan haben. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder zu sehen. Sich kümmern.
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4/10 Poor

Ann P.

Not impressed

They did their best. Rather than dwell on the problems we had with the Villa we would like to compliment the owners who did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. When we had problems, they fixed them right away. Even going so far as to replace the hot water heater in one day, which is no small feat in the remote west side of Crete. But in the end, we decided to leave after four days instead of staying for the entire week as we had planned. Once again, everyone involved was great and they agreed to refund us the remainder of the money for the week’s stay. After a little back and forth they even agreed to give us money back for four nights instead of three. The problems we had were both showers leaked badly upon arrival. They were fixed the next day, but a quick check that the showers worked before we arrived would have avoided the need for us to bring it to their attention. The toilet off the master bedroom leaked and the room smelled of sewer gas. This was also fixed the next day. There were quite a few millipedes in the jacuzzi tub, so many so that we didn’t feel comfortable turning the jacuzzi jets on. Silly little things like no paper napkins, coffee filters, or laundry detergent for the washing machine and only one dish towel. The villas are located about an hour and a half drive from Chania a mostly beautiful drive on a very curvy road. Elafonisi beach is about a 20 minute drive away from the villas. Very beautiful beach and water. It’s easy to get to and has tavernas, beach chairs and umbrellas. This also makes it a busy beach, but worth a visit for sure. Once again everyone we dealt with was great. They even gave us a complimentary meal they day after we arrived and were able to accommodate a vegan diet with more than tomatoes and cucumbers. The meal was given to us as a welcoming gift, not because we were having problems with the bathrooms. All in all, this place was just not for us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy C.

Fantastic!

Lefteri and his family are so welcoming and generous. They redefine hospitality. For a special treat, ask Lefteri to connect you with Executive Chef Ametheos, who cooked us an amazing meal right in our villa. It was the highlite of our week in Crete.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Douglas N.

FANTASTIC Villa!!!

The Elafonissi Villa "surpassed" our expectations by far! This is an AWESOME villa, located perfectly overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. It's quiet and secluded location provided us the opportunity for a nice relaxing time. The sunsets and star gazing from the villa were awe inspiring. It is also conveniently located a short 5 minute drive from the infamous Elafonissi Beach in southwestern Crete. There are multiple taverns/restrauants within a short 5 - 10 minute driving distance and the food was absolutely delicious at all eating establishments we tried nearby. The villa has all necessary amenities, pool is cleaned daily, cleaning lady comes every 2 days, and the villa manager is a hands on person, eager to assist at all times. We fully intend to return here to stay again in the future and highly recommend this villa to any parties interested in renting a villa in southwestern or western Crete. The western part of the island is the most beautiful and this was the PERFECT place to return to every day after beach going, sight seeing, touring, etc.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia V.

Very good experience.

The house is very big and comfortable, and I like the ecological choices they made. The staff is very kind and always ready to help. Try their restaurant, they're excellent cooks as well.

About the host

Hosted by Manos Dafermos

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Hello there,
I am Manos, owner and manager of CreteVillas4U. I have been in the hospitality sector long before CreteVillas4U, however. I was actually born, grew up, and spent most of my life in a hotel owned by my family. So, I guess it came as no surprise when I expressed my wish to study in Rhodes’ Tourism School and, later on, when I decided to start my own business in the sector.
One thing I learned growing up in a family-run hotel is that hospitality is more than hotel management, logistics and operations. It is a culture, passing down from one generation to the next. You can study to be a hotel manager but you cannot study to be hospitable.
I apply this philosophy in my business as well. The rule is simple: the guests of the villas I manage are my guests. As an active traveller, I expect nothing less myself.
The fourth generation of Dafermos hoteliers has already been born. I know now that my two beautiful children will probably follow my steps, like I did before them. There is a small difference though: they are smarter, more educated, better (big smile).

CreteVillas4u Head Offices are located in Rethymnon , Crete, Lasithiou 1 Str. under the approval of the Greek Tourism Organization with License number: 1041E70000184301

All the best,
Manos Dafermos

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