Located in the mountains, this vacation home accommodates 5 guests and features 1 bathroom. Enjoy beach views from the patio, while nearby activities include fishing, cave exploring, and mountain climbing. The property is close to Vrysi and Agios Charalampos, offering access to water sports and scuba diving at the marina.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Balcony
Explore the area
Chania, Hora Sfakion, Crete Region
Vrysi
Place, Vrysi
5 min walk
Ilingas Beach
Place, Ilingas Beach
2 min drive
Agios Charalampos
Place, Agios Charalampos
5 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
NOTOS WELL Studio-House
LOVELY studio-house in Chora Sfakion, on the south coast of Crete. Sfakia is the name of the municipality, and Chora Sfakion is the main village, a beautiful village, rich in history, with whitewashed houses, a hilly landscape with high mountains behind it, and lovely views of the surrounding coast and the endless sea. The house is 84 m2 plus a balcony and a garden. The property has stunning sea views, views to the magnificent mountains, and views to part of this southern coastline. The house is within walking distance to the beach in the village, as well as to shops and restaurants. The ground floor includes a kitchen, a bathroom with shower and a room with a wardrobe. Opposite the front door and across the small country lane is the garden. On the first floor there is a spacious living room with sofa bed for 3, and mezzanine with a double bed.
In total there are 5 beds.
The property derives its name from the white well in the garden. In the older times, this well supplied the entire village with water, and was a gathering place for the village residents.
Chora Sfakion is the perfect is the starting point for exploring the beautiful south coast of Crete. The owner of the house owns the local diving center, which also provides boat rentals, organized boat trips, taxi-boat etc. Guests at Notos Well will be offered special rates for these services.
The area has countless opportunities for hiking and exploring the beautiful and awe-inspiring ravines and mountains. Sfakia is famous for its approximately 50 ravines, the most famous being Samaria, Imbros, and Aradena. From Sfakia on a clear day one can glimpse the islands of Gavdos and Gavdopoula, 22 nautical mil south of Crete (link below). Gavdos with its 50 inhabitants is a small, beautiful green island with unforgettable sandy beaches and views. You can reach Gavdos by ferry or by an organized boat trip.
Beds and baths: Ground floor: bathroom with shower First floor: living room with 3 single sofa beds, and a mezzanine bedroom with double bed
Facilities: Fully equipped house Sun loungers and parasol in the garden Garden with dining table and BBQ and shade under the old lemon tree Wireless Internet Wood-burning stove Linens and towels Hairdryer Air con in living room / mezzanine Washing machine First-aid kit Iron and ironing board Parking
Services included: Cleaning of house and change of sheets and towels once during a week Welcome basket with fruit and wine Concierge
Services on request: Transportation from / to the airport Rental car, motorcycle, moped In-villa massage Yoga classes Tours / excursions in the local area boat nearby Boat rental Diving Taxi- boat
Distances: 340 meters by shortcut to the nearest beach, shop, bakery, cafes, restaurants 1 km along the road to the second beach of the village 600 meters to the ferry port; the ferry runs to Loutro, Agia Roumeli, Sougia, Paleochora, and Gavdos 900 meters to the diving center and boat rentals 2.2 km to Ilingas Beach which also has a taverna 16 km to Aradena, the entrance to the Aradena ravine that ends at Marmara beach where there are also sun loungers and parasols 4,7 km to the lower entrance to the Imbros Gorge 650 meters to the petrolstation 15 km to Frangokastello 77 km to Chania airport code CHQ (146km to Heraklion airport code HER) 70 km to Chania center and the famous Venetian Harbour
E4 path hiking distances: Sfakia Loutro approx. 6 km / 2 hours Loutro Marmara approx. 3 km / 1.5 hours Agios Pavlos- Agia Roumeli approx. 3,5km / 1 hour Between Sfakia and Loutro there are several beautiful you can also hike to; Sweet Water Beach, Timios Stavros Beach and Pervolakia Beach.
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The Client is responsible for himself, members of his party, and for any visitors he may have.
Music/noise and loud conversation must be reduced to a minimum before 9 am, between 3 and 5 pm, and after 9 pm in consideration of the neighborhood.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 00000255809
Property # 8096375
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, 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
Sfakia
Located in Sfakia, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Turkiko Kastro and Frangokastello Venetian Fortress are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Samaria Gorge - Agia Roumeli Entrance and Vrysi. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and cycling.
Frangokastello Venetian Fortress - 23 min drive - 16.0 km
Frangokastello Beach - 24 min drive - 16.0 km
Getting around
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 85 min drive
Restaurants
Gorge Cantina - 19 min drive
Tavern Imbros - 6 min drive
Kyma - 67 min drive
Georgia's Tastes - 17 min drive
Ilios - 68 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is NOTOS WELL Studio-House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at NOTOS WELL Studio-House?
As of 29 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NOTOS WELL Studio-House on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$2,327, 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.
How much is parking at NOTOS WELL Studio-House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at NOTOS WELL Studio-House?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at NOTOS WELL Studio-House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is NOTOS WELL Studio-House located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Vrysi, Ilingas Beach and Agios Charalampos. Ammoúdi is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Alexandra Papamarkaki Isaksen
I’m half Greek (from Crete) and half Norwegian. I speak fluent English, Norwegian, and Greek, and have lived and worked on Crete for many years. I started my company ALMYRA in 2010 with rental properties mainly on Crete. My previous background is real estate sales and development on Crete. I have chosen the properties with which I work based on my personal and selective criteria for a perfect holiday villa on this amazingly beautiful island. I wish you a wonderful holiday and will do my utmost to make it so!
Why they chose this property
Chora Sfakion is the perfect is the starting point for exploring the beautiful south coast of Crete. The owner of the house owns the local diving center, which also provides boat rentals, organized boat trips, taxi-boat etc.
What makes this property unique
The area has countless opportunities for hiking and exploring the beautiful and awe-inspiring ravines and mountains. Sfakia is famous for its approximately 50 ravines, the most famous being Samaria, Imbros, and Aradena. From Sfakia on a clear day one can glimpse the islands of Gavdos and Gavdopoula, 22 nautical mil south of Crete (link below). Gavdos with its 50 inhabitants is a small, beautiful green island with unforgettable sandy beaches and views. You can reach Gavdos by ferry or by an organized boat trip.
Languages:
English, Norwegian, Greek
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