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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chania/Kalyves, Crete
  • Kalyves Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ancient City of Aptera
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Port of Souda
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Petra -Fantastic Sea and Mountain Views, High speed internet in all rooms

GUARANTY 100% REFUND IN CASE OF FORCE MAJEUR LIKE IMPOSED COVID RESTRICTIONS.
Villa Petra is a traditional stone built detached luxury villa with stunning sea and mountain views in idyllic countryside location with 360 degree spectacular panoramic views. Fully air-conditioned & furnished to a high standard for those looking for quality accommodation. Three-bedrooms, 2 en-suite bathrooms & downstairs bathroom. Spacious open plan lounge with Smart TV. WIFI in the whole house. Attractive stone fireplace, inside dining area with table/chairs and fully fitted kitchen. Care has been taken to provide every comfort. Private infinity swimming pool + additional outside Kitchen and BBQ, open tiled terraces with sun loungers, chairs and tables. Villa is well located, 2 mins drive from Stilos village for daily provisions & to eat/drink at typical Greek tavernas. 10 mins from Kalives & Almerida's wonderful sandy beaches & watersport activities. 30 mins from the beautiful Venetian harbour & town of Chania.

Property manager

Christine Giovannetti Warwick
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Safe for children situated in a cul de sac.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only. Inside the villa it is not allowed.
Overnight Environmental Tax is 15euros per night. For Reservation made from 20/06/2025 the overnight tax/fee will be calculated in your quote.

Important information

You need to know

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 1042Κ122K2628601

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Samonas

Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. 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 Kalamaki Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Art of Living Glass Factory and Greek National Football Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chania/Kalyves, Crete

What's nearby

  • Kalyves Beach - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Almyrida Beach - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Ancient City of Aptera - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Port of Souda - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Marathi Beach - 36 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elena Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Καλάμι - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Coffee & Goodies Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Don Rosario Ristorante Italiano - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taverna Aptera - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Petra -Fantastic Sea and Mountain Views, High speed internet in all rooms have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Petra -Fantastic Sea and Mountain Views, High speed internet in all rooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Petra -Fantastic Sea and Mountain Views, High speed internet in all rooms?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Petra -Fantastic Sea and Mountain Views, High speed internet in all rooms?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Petra -Fantastic Sea and Mountain Views, High speed internet in all rooms located?

This family-friendly Apokoronas villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Samonas Cave and Samonas Olive Tree. Kiani Beach and Kalyves Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John and Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is perfect for serving as a home base for exploring Crete. The villa has awesome water and mountain views and is located near a quiet village (which has a 12th century church per my husband). We enjoyed the fig tree in the backyard, the neighborhood cat, being able to drive up the mountain a little way to see the goats (and hear their bells), and the pool. Chania is a short drive away as are beaches, good restaurants and cafes.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

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

Beautiful villa with stunning views.

Beautiful villa and location in the hills. Stunning views. Clean and well stocked with essentials. Good communication with owners. Thank you Christine and John. We had a fantastic holiday!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pascale M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Majestic view & immersion in nature

Very pleasant villa, well equipped with good mattresses - we slept great. We wanted a calm place in nature with a great view and Villa Petra met all those requirements.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Inge Mette P.

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

Amazing view, excellent location

If you are looking for the perfect spot to relax, look no further! We spent 10 days at this excellent location. The villa is well kept, clean, and in general just really nice! The view is excellent, from both inside the house and the terraces, the pool is great, and the bbq and outdoor kitchen great for cooking your own food spending long relaxed evenings at the terrace. Location is remote, you do need a car, but the view and the sound of cicada and the flock of goats that passes on a daily basis is the perfect setting for winding down and relaxing. Feels like original Crete, yet both Chania, the Northern coast and Rethymno within easy access. John and Christine are very attentive hosts, providing a welcome pack for the first breakfast, and are quick to answer any question or concern you may have. Would recommend and would like to come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Charles L.

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

Beautiful views

Nice villa with stunning panoramic views over the coastline. Easy check-in process with good information provided by the host. Well furnished villa with 3 ample sized rooms for 5 of us, comfy sitting room and a good balcony. Pool reasonable size. 5mins from a small village, Stilos, worth visiting on Sunday for a meat feast. 15min from Kalyves. Sufficient outdoor shade to hide from the sun also. A few minor issues: internet issues for the first 3 days despite speaking to both the property manager and owner (direct communication with the owner most efficient), external lights didnt seem to work (wasnt great when we arrived at 2am), a number of plastic signs everywhere and there is a villa right next door (who were doing some renovations whilst we were there). All in all a very nice villa just missing that extra polish.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

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

Superb views and very comfortable

Villa Petra was everything we hoped it would be and more: very comfortable and well appointed, well located for exploring the countryside of western Crete and - best of all - the dramatic views of the sea, countryside, villages, and mountains. Many relaxing hours were spent reading or lazing in the pool with that gorgeous view spread out in front of us. A wonderful antidote for the stresses of modern living, without sacrificing holiday comforts. The kids loved the pool and the wood or charcoal burning bbq was great. We loved the location - away from the noise and hubbub of the towns and other tourists. It is a short drive to Stylos to pick up provisions or eat at one of the tavernas. We also appreciated the thoughtful welcome pack of milk, juice, jam, butter and wine. 2 minor quibbles which can be easily fixed: the single bed mattresses downstairs were not comfortable (springs were prominent) and we struggled to make the wi-fi work, despite the instructions (difficult to top up the balance using the Cosmote page). 2 suggestions for an even better experience: we found ourselves wishing for electric fans to provide an alternative to aircon for personal cooling (especially when sleeping - the aircon is noisy and has a drying effect (and uses a lot of electricity and is expensive to run, although that cost is not paid by the guest)) and we would have liked some fuel and lighting fluid for the bbq so we didn’t have to duck back to town to pick up charcoal on the first night. But those comments do not lessen our overall endorsement of Villa Petra.

10/10 Excellent

Tobias B.

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

Wir hatten eine tolle Woche

Wir hatten eine tolle Woche, es war alles wie im Inserat beschrieben.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Villa Petra 2023

The villa had everything we needed and was very clean. The location was perfect for a peaceful and relaxing stay. Many good restaurants and beaches easily accessible from the villa. Would definitely recommend and wouldn’t hesitate to go back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A rather perfect stay in rural Crete

This is a splendid, spacious house in rural Crete. Situated over small authentic greek villages, one has views to the White Mountains and the coast line among others. Includes “all mod cons”. The proprietors and the manager were very helpful in stressed situations, indeed, and with advice, in general. We give our very best recommendations. The Danish Gang of Seven
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heiko G.

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

Ruhig gelegen, perfekt zur Erkundung der Westinsel

- ruhige Umgebung - schönen Ausblick - gute Ausstattung des Hauses
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marisa C.

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

Beautiful large villa with stunning views

Such a gorgeous villa in a beautifully quiet and very Greek part of Crete. Up in the mountains this villa has panoramic views but still feels private. Great for a couple or friends and family. The villa has everything you need and is just a short drive away from a number of traditional villages away from other tourists.. but, still not far from beaches and Chania if you're feeling a bit isolated. The hosts (John) was especially attentive and provided us with eveything we needed, including a welcome pack of water, wine, bread, milk etc. Thank you for such a wonderful stay... we needed to get away from it all, Villa Petra certainly did that for us! Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Annick D., Frans Birontlaan 99 , 2600 Berchem Belgium

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

Very comfortable house With Amazing view

We rented this house In the strange Corona times and we really recommend it!!! The house is situated a Little out of the village so very calm and peaceful but also very Good situated for excursions (Aptera, Chania, Rethymnon,...) There are several Sandy beaches near by. The house is very comfortable with a very Nice swimming pool (amazing view while swimming) and great BBQ in the outdoor kitchen. Everything was very Clean and well maintained. Corona instructions were strictly followed, the house was sanitised before we arrived. The owners are very very helpful. They gave us a lot of Useful recommandations for visits and activities and they are always available if you have questions. We had a great time here with our 2 teenage-sons! We can only recommend this beautiful place in the very nice island of Crete!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Lovely rural villa

We stayed at Villa Petra for a week in late October. It's well looked after and has beautiful views of the coast and the mountains. It's a 15 minute drive from the nearest costal town which has lots of good restaurants. The upstairs bedrooms have share a balcony which is a great place to watch the sunrise. We really enjoyed our week there and would definitely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Bianca B.

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

Perfect holiday location

This was the perfect holiday location for us - a beautiful villa on the top of the hill with stunning views. Quiet and peaceful but also not far from some charming traditional Greek villages with their Tavernas and a short drive to the nearest beach in Kalyves. The villa is perfectly located to explore many of the tourist hotspots in western Crete. The house is well equipped - we did not miss anything during our stay with our three kids, even some toys and a small boat for the pool were waiting near the poolside. Christine and John are caring very well for their guests, providing lots of useful information before the trip as well as in a folder in the house. We felt very welcome and truly enjoyed our holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Samara M.

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

Peaceful Villa with Beautiful Views

Really hard to fault this wonderful villa. It is right on top of the mountain giving beautiful views as well as a sense of seclusion. It is has ample grounds yet still gives cosy feel. We stayed as two couples with a baby each and found everything clean, well ordered and very well equipped for self catering. Having to take the rubbish / recycling down the mountain each day can be problematic but it seems to be the way it’s done in Crete. We would happily stay again and have already recommended it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

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

Fantastic holiday!

My husband & I, together with our two teenage sons, had the most wonderful time here at Villa Petra! Due to our flight being delayed, we didn't arrive until nearly 3am, but the directions were so clear we managed to follow them even in the dark! The villa is comfortable and homely, and we settled into our holiday immediately. Whether we were relaxing by the pool, enjoying the beaches - Kalives, Kalami & Yorgiopolis, exploring the Akrotiri peninsular, finding ancient churches and Minoan ruins or going head-first down slides at the water park, we simply had a really great time. We had some wonderful food too - Chania, Douliana, Vamos, Kalives & Armenoi all came up trumps! We very much hope to be back to explore some more of this beautiful part of Crete.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jamie Sarakinis

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

A relaxing break with stunning views

Villa Petra offered a great place to relax in the sun and the food in the local villages was amazing. A great base to explore Crete and the enjoy the views from the villa
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L.

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

Absolutely wonderful

This villa on top of the hill with views of the sea was like Heaven on Earth. A dip in the pool every night after a day of sightseeing was both refreshing and relaxing. The villa was well appointed and the location perfect with short drives to all of our destinations. Thank you so much for making this home available to us. I would highly recommend a stay here!

10/10 Excellent

Serge D.

Très belle maison dans un environnement magnifique

Un lieu superbe, une maison très bien équipée, de très bons contacts avec les propiriétaires
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

les w.

Fabulous villa in a truelly great location

Just back from two weeks at Villa Petra 11.08.18 - 25.08.18 and the accommodation was wonderful and if planning a trip back to Crete I would defiantly book this location again . Do not let the previous reviews regarding the road up to the villa put you off as the surface has been upgraded and now has a concreate base, which Christine reassured us was going to be done before we arrived. At the first attempt it is a bit daunting but once you have reached the Villa it is well worth the trip up and you could never get tired of the views across the valley and into Suda Bay. The accommodation was very comfortable with quality beds which gave our party a very relaxing nights sleep . It was also wonderful to sit on the balcony in the morning with a fresh cup of coffee and in the evening with something a little stronger and again take in the amazing views and the star filled sky at night .The accommodation has all the facilities you could need and a very clean infinity pool which tops up by itself each day. We also took John up on the car hire and the whole experience was seamless from picking up at Chania airport and dropping off again. Thanks again the Webster family
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bruno G.

Excellent

Magnifique maison perchée dans les montagnes, parfait pour 2 couples avec enfants. Un régal !
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Perfect get away

Beautifully located in the mountains close to the sea with spectacular views and birds singing. Comfty and spacious with easy reach to nearby tourists sights .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mandy J.

Fantastic villa in a lovely location

We had a brilliant, totally relaxing week in the 2nd week of October. Very comfortable villa that had everything we needed. Great location with both sea and mountain views close to Kalives and Chania. Loved the area and will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Thomas D.

Herrlicher Ausblick, geräumige Wohnung!

Insgesamt haben wir uns im Haus und in der Gegend sehr wohl gefühlt. Vollkommen wäre das Vergnügen geworden, wenn WiFi kostenfrei zur Verfügung gestanden hätte und ein paar Sonnenschirme für den Poolbereich vorhanden gewesen wären.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Donaldson

Amazing Villa - Amazing Views of Mountains and Coast

We spent two weeks in Villa Petra in late September. The villa has the most amazing hilltop views. It is well furnished and has everything you'd possibly require on holiday. The pool is very clean - a bit cold in September but refreshing nonetheless. Outdoor space is excellent - BBQ and outdoor kitchen, sun beds for 6, outdoor dining area and lots of little sun traps. The drive to the villa from the National road is lovely, passing through three villages which have shops, tavernas, etc. The last drive up the hill to the villa is rather hair-raising - but well worth the bumpy, twisting road over a few minutes to reach the top. Very private area with only 3 other villas nearby. This is a beautiful part of Crete - near Chania and Rethymno as well as villages such as Kalyves and Almerida. Great base to visit all parts of western Crete. We will definitely return and are very happy to recommend the villa to others.

About the host

Hosted by Christine Giovannetti Warwick

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John and Christine Warwick. He is British, she is French/Italian. We both fell in love with Crete, the island, the weather, the locals and their Cretan hospitality. We had visited many other European Countries but never felt as comfortable and at ease as in this part of Western Crete. We had been looking for somewhere to buy and to share with our friends and extended family so when the opportunity arose we had no hesitation. We want our visitors to share the enjoyment we have experienced in this part of Crete and will endeavour to give you as much information as possible to ensure you a wonderful holiday.

Why they chose this property

Precise google earth coordinates 35.418484,24.123226. I fell in love with the island the first time I came to visit and this triggered our desire to buy a property there. I am myself Italian and French & Crete reminded me of both Cote d'Azur & Toscana before these places were spoiled by overbuilding and mass tourism. Western Crete is considered the most traditional part of Crete. We are within easy reach from the wonderful old Venetian town of Chania as well as Rethymno with its Turkish legacy. The nearest beaches are only 10mins drive away. Our favourite because its so quiet & has lovely golden sand is located on the western side of Kalyves. When we desire a busier atmosphere and the commercial bars and tavernas we frequent the beaches in the Centre of Kalyves. Our local village of Stylos though is a must to visit & enjoy traditional Crete. Precise google earth coordinates 35.418484,24.123226

What makes this property unique

We called our villa Petra because it is stone built.
Unlike Plaka, Almerida or Kokkinorio, in this hill-top exclusive location there are only 4 properties including ours and they sit wide apart in their respective plot of land ranging from 1500 - 4000sq.m. In front of the property you have an uninterrupted view right to the bay of Souda. And from November to often until end of April, the mountains in the back offer a stunning view with its white snow caps. Should you be sun-bathing at Easter in one of the loungers in the swimming pool area, you would then have the privilege to admire in one glance the snow capped mountains to the rear and to the front the blue sea in the bay of Souda. WOW ! We just love the location. Its idyllic and exclusive, set in unspoilt countryside.

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