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☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed ❗️Samaria Gorge - For Free

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, books, music library, video library
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Almyrida, Crete
  • Place, Almyrida Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kera
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Kournas
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Apokoronas

A stay at this villa places you in the heart of Apokoronas, just a 5-minute walk from Almyrida Beach and within a 5-minute drive of Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori. .This villa is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Port of Souda and 14.6 mi (23.4 km) from Old Venetian Harbor.
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What's nearby

  • Almyrida Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kera - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Port of Souda - 18 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Lake Kournas - 29 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Agia Marina Beach - 29 min drive - 33.8 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Στου Μπανανα - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Souvlakerie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KOHILI - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ψησταριά Μητσος - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Platia Café Bar - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free

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If you dream of an ultimate island experience in Crete, look no further than this beautiful Villa:

- Villa Varvara (3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6 people)
With large private swimming pool.

For families which want to celebrate a holiday with 6 people, Villa Varvara is the perfect holiday Villa in Almyrida.

Forget the early morning race to claim a lounger by the pool! Enjoy having your own large swimming pool, the BBQ and all the amenities that you will enjoy this summer vacation.

Located in the cozy coastal town of Almyrida, staying in one of our beautiful properties, you will enjoy the Cretan lifestyle at its best. The smile of the locals and their warm sight are known for the typical Cretan hospitality that welcomes you to make this villa a clear holiday home for you.

It is placed in an olive grove next to our V. I.P. Villa Varvara is just a five minute walk from the beautiful blue-flagged sandy beach and the center of the village called Almyrida, where you will find a variety of small family businesses that will meet your daily needs. From small taverns, ornate coffee shops, small grocery stores, local butchers, hairdressing salons, bowling, water sports and other activities, this small seaside village is ideal for anyone who wants to experience the Cretan lifestyle.

The village of Almyrida is known as your home away from home and this is exactly what our team "Almyrida Villas" has to offer!

We want the best vacation for you forever!

Almyrida Villas team, also has the large Apartment Stella and the beautiful Villa Iannis for rent, has a touch of the Greek island structure, spacious covered living areas, large outdoor gardens with a private swimming pool that is ideal for every family with young children or friends trying to enjoy from a nice vacation.

Upon entering the villas you will find a spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a bedroom with two single beds and a toilet. On the second floor you will find two more bedrooms, a large suite and a bedroom with a further four guests and a shared bathroom.

All rooms in the Villas are air-conditioned and the Villa is equipped with Smart Internet TV, free wifi, washing machine, bed linen, towels, amenities. Heated water is available via solar and electrical energy.

The outdoor area is very spacious, including a beautifully situated swimming pool, outdoor furniture, an outdoor BBQ facility and everything that makes your stay in our villas perfect. One can explore and relax around the mature gardens with many different trees and fruit trees.

The grounds of this Villa are perfect for celebrating anniversaries, birthdays, special parties and weddings. The Villa Almyrida team is there to support your requests and offer you a relaxing holiday in Crete.

Our extra services on request:

Personal Luxury Travel Concierge Services

Online travel advisor

Property briefing and supervision of the stay

Executive Real Estate Services

V.I.P. transfers

Personal transfers

V.I.P. nightlife

Car rental

Valet & Cleaning Service

Private hair styling and haircuts

Exclusive catering

Personal events

24 hour Help Service
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this villa include concierge services and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 shared bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,583 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1057534

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The villa is in a lovely quiet location but close to the bars and restaurants and of course the beach. House was lovely and welcoming and had a welcome hamper with amazing olive oil that is produced by the olive trees in the garden. We had a very relaxing holiday but also had the chance to explore some of the island.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous villa in a fantastic location. The pool is amazing - big enough for all 5 adults at the same time.The host, Jan, came to introduce himself and was warm, friendly and extremely helpful with information about the local area.We had a fantastic 10 days and would definitely return. Highly recommended
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

June Smith

Liked: Cleanliness

JS London

Lovely property a short walk from all the amenities and beach. Great pool bigger than it appears in the photos and a large patio area around the pool lots of shaded areas and sun loungers. The house was well equipped, spacious and had good air conditioning. The only criticism we would have is the bathroom and shower. The plug hole of the only bath/shower was blocked and didn’t drain properly also the water pressure was poor and uneven, stopping and starting as you showered even though the taps outside had great pressure. Overall the stay was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful villa that just needs some TLC

The villa is in a lovely location within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and beaches, only let down by the deafening flying crickets that surround it. The pool is a good size for a private villa and a uniform 1m deep. The villa is only let down by desperate need of some basic repairs. The one shower isn’t fit for purpose and is barely worth using; The bathroom sink plug doesn’t work, so shaving is challenging; the sofa is collapsed in the middle and unusable; our bedroom shutter wouldn’t close, so the room was bright from dawn. If a little money was spent, this villa could amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lara l.

Liked: Cleanliness

STAY AT VILLA VARVARA

Our 2nd stop on this trip to Greece, was Almyrida at Villa Varvara. Outstanding clean private local and accessible. We found it to be a great base for exploring the west side of Crete. the local shops and eateries near the property were just what we wanted small local excellent fare. Walking distance down to beach chairs and the ocean.The views from ALL the balconies of the property are breathtaking. We tried to spend a night on each one and found the back balcony looking at the mountains to be our favorite. Excellent bedding and water pressure for baths and shower. PRIVATE!! we loved the kitties that came to visit. GREAT communication and direction from the Hosts. FULL KITCHEN made some dinners at home was great. The pool had ample chairs and outside amenities. We recommend that you choose a car that is small to mid compact in order to park on the private driveway. We rec host describe this in listing if you came in a jeep it would not work.Easy access with getting into the property. We would rebook here. We were only two in the house so one full bath worked out. The 2nd 1/2 bath is not he first floor and makes for good access. Come to Alymrida and stay at Villa Varvara.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely holiday

Thank you. We stayed just a week but wish we had stayed longer. We had a lovely time, and the villa is in a great location, providing peace & quiet and only being 5 mins walk from the beach. If anything, the property description undersells the villa. The outdoor space is great for anytime of the day and the many balconies excellent for retreating to in the evenings with wonderful views of the mountains, which was an added bonus. The location is also only 15 mins walk from Plaka with all of its great places to eat. The host, Jan was very responsive in keeping us up to date with many recommendations. Thank you for giving us a lovely holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A happy holiday!😁

Villa Varvara was lovely. Beautiful setting, gardens and pool area. The house is spacious, well equipped and there are so many balconies to enjoy every view around the villa. My .grandson (9) absolutely loved the pool and it was so good that it was all one depth, it made it so much safer.Almyrida is definite place to come back to. Beautiful beach, good choice of restaurants, but not too big! What else can I say? A brilliant holiday , lovely location, and well looked after.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

nigel p.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Lovely relaxing time

Just had a lovely family stay, which close to beach and restaurants, so could all just chill out.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karon E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay !

Our stay at Villa Vavara was a truly enjoyable experience. The villa is lovely, blending modern comfort with a cozy, welcoming feel. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-decorated, offering lovely views of the surrounding area. The outdoor space was a highlight for us. The private pool was a great place to relax, surrounded by lush greenery that provided a peaceful atmosphere. We spent a lot of time there, soaking up the calm and quiet that the villa offers. The location was also very convenient, giving us a sense of seclusion while still being close to local attractions and restaurants. It was easy to explore during the day and come back to the villa for some rest in the evenings. Villa Vavara is a wonderful place for a relaxing getaway. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a comfortable base for exploring the area, this villa has a lot to offer. We had a great time and would definitely consider returning in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great villa and area.

Lovely Villa in fantastic location within 5 minutes walk of Almyrida. First time to Almyrida and would definitely come back. Abundance of good quality restaurants along the waterfront and the beach is great with very safe bathing. Villa is well equipped and has lovely private pool area and several balconies and terraces with mountain views. Hosts were very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family holiday- fantastic location

Excellent villa in a fantastic location. Couldn't aak for anything better. 5 minute walk to beach
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness

2nd stay at Villa Varvara

Our 2nd time at this lovely Villa! Spacious accommodation, with spectacular views on the balconies. Walking distance to the beach and great restaurants and bars. Can highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Villa, Great Location

Sept. 2023 Thank you Jan and Dimitra; also Kaiti and the team. We had an excellent stay. The first time having our own villa and pool, what a treat! The villa was beautifully decorated, spacious and very clean, with all the amenities. There was plenty of space outside for sunbathing around the lovely pool and also garden areas where we picked limes off the trees for our G & Ts. The area was private but only 5 minutes from a great choice of restaurants with the best food and a lovely beach area. All this was handy for us as we did not want to hire a car. We booked a taxi for a trip to Chania which was a lovely day out but there is also a bus service available. It was lovely to meet you Jan - what a great guy. Jane and Mark xx
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Villa Varvara,Almyrida,Crete

Wow!! Where do I start? It’s actually much better than the description and the pictures do justice,it truly is a magnificent villa within a 5 minute walk of some of the finest restaurants I have ever eaten at,and the beaches are superb ( especially the little beach at the top of the village by the Tsunami cafe,at that beach is also fantastic for snorkelling.Lovely friendly locals and Jan our host is one of the nicest people we have ever met,the perfect host and was easily contactable when we had a small problem. People,go and visit this villa,you won’t be disappointed. Thanks Jan and the team for the perfect holiday. Andy & Family West Sussex England
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Villa, Great location!

Just home after 13 nights at the beautiful Villa Varvara. So much outside space and of course the pool. Surrounded by Olive trees, lemon trees, herbs, plants and flowers. Villa is in a fantastic location just outside the village of Almyrida. It truly is a 5 minute walk to the beach, restaurants, shops and water activities. Definitely do not need a car. Almyrida taxis are reliable and clean for airport transfers or a supermarket trip. Jan is a real treasure of a host and was thankfully forgiving of our clumsy teenager 😆 Would definitely recommend a stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great villa

Wonderful villa, by far the best equipped villa we have ever had. The pool area was also well equipped with plenty of loungers and tables and chairs. Very convenient position as only a 5 minute walk to the bakery, shops and restaurants. The beach is sandy - ideal for the granddaughter who was 20 months old. The cot and high chair were excellent as well. We didn’t hire a car but the taxi service in the village is good. Overall I’d recommend this villa to anyone other than those with mobility problems as there are steps from the garden up to the pool area and more steps into the house.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!

We had a lovely time and we were treated really well. The location was perfect being only a short walk from the beach and restaurants, while being in a quiet area. The villa was well appointed and spacious with all we needed. Thanks Jan and team!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Perth,Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Villa,we loved every minute there,would highly recommend!!

This was our first family holiday in a few years and we could not off asked for a better place and villa,we loved having the pool to play in as the kids were never out it!,Almyrida is a lovely place for families and Villa Varvara was a excellent choice that we are glad we made!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay at Villa Varvara

We have just returned from a wonderful 10 night stay at Villa Varvara. We are a regular visitor to this area but have never stayed here before. The Villa is in a perfect location, 5min walk to the beach and lovely restaurants, perfect when you have little ones who get tired easily! We love the beach but also spent many a day relaxing around the fantastic private pool. The owners were very welcoming and we really can’t wait to return!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zenna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time in Greece

House is fabulous and really well located so you don’t need a car if happy to stay local. Loved our time here
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Very nice villa. Great intercourse with the property. Air conditioning was down in one room and was replaced in 48 hours!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great holiday

Thank you Jan and Dimitra, also Kaiti and the team, we had a lovely holiday. We really liked the Villa Varvara! We had never stayed in our own villa with our own pool before, so it was a real treat. Communication beforehand while booking etc was excellent. Arrangements to access the property were clear. Everything was very clean and had been prepared carefully with Covid precautions. The one double and two twin rooms were perfect for our family. We enjoyed the various balconies particularly the 'mountain view terrace' as we called it where my wife and I had our , morning coffee and cake each day looking out to the White Mountains. We all really enjoyed the pool which was a good size and really clean. Plenty of terrace chairs and loungers. Jan, Dimitra, Kaiti and colleagues were really helpful, and kind. Sadly we are not able to come to Crete every year but would definitely revisit Villa Varvara if circumstances allow. Thank you.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

dawn r., Cheshire

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic holiday

The villa was spacious, bright, well equipped and the air con in each room was very welcomed. Lovely pool area and good WiFi if needed. Thank you for the prompt help from the villas team.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

breda k.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little bit of paradise

This was our first visit to Crete, and wow what a beautiful place! The villa had everything we needed and was a real home from home. a welcome pack of bread, butter, veg, fruit, water, wine had been left for us which was really generous. The beach ,restaurants etc were a couple of minutes walk and the food was fantastic. We Walked into Kalyves following the path on the hills with absolutely stunning views and also took a bus in to Chania which is worth a visit. We didn’t venture much further as wanted a real chill out which we certainly had. Thank you Jan, Kaiti and the team, we loved it!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019