Tilbaketrukket komfort; Villa med 2 senger og bad, fantastisk utsikt, basseng, nær Almyrida-stranden

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Fasiliteter
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Beliggenhet
Vert

Suverent

2 soverom2 badPlass til 4 personer100 m²

Populære fasiliteter

Parkering tilgjengelig
Basseng
Vaskemaskin
Peis
Grill
Air conditioning

Utforsk området

Aspro, Crete

Almyrida Beach
‪7 min kjøring‬
Kalyves-stranden
‪15 min kjøring‬
Souda havn
‪20 min kjøring‬
Khania (CHQ – Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
‪45 min kjøring‬

Rom og senger

2 soverom (plass til 4 personer)

Soverom 1

1 queensize-seng

Soverom 2

2 enkeltsenger

2 bad

Bad 1

Toalett · Kun dusj

Bad 2

Toalett

Andre områder

Flatt tak eller terrasse

Veranda eller lanai

Kjøkken

Balkong

Hage

Om dette overnattingsstedet

2-sengs / badekar, fantastisk utsikt, privat basseng, 2 minutter fra Almyrida-stranden.

Velkommen til Villa Calista - Suveren komfort; rimelig pris

Villa Calista ligger blant olivenlunder ved foten av Lefka Ori (Hvite fjell) i Apokoronos-regionen på vestlige Kreta, bare noen få minutter fra Almyrida-stranden.

Villa Calista er en komfortabelt møblert, frittliggende 2-etasjers, 2-roms villa med basseng, nydelige terrasserte hager og frukthage, som ligger i den lille historiske landsbyen Aspro. Villaen er omgitt av olivenlunder, med fantastisk utsikt over fjellene og det krystallblå kretiske hav.

Villa Calista ligger bare 25 km fra den historiske byen Chania og bare 2 km fra den populære stranden og turistlandsbyen Almyrida, og er perfekt for et rolig tilfluktssted midt i den fantastiske naturlige skjønnheten på vestlige Kreta.

Villaen er en fredelig beliggenhet, men ikke avsidesliggende, og er en utmerket base for å utforske Kretas rike mangfoldighet eller bare nyte en rolig og avslappende ferie i en fullt utstyrt, komfortabel og selvbetjent villa. Du kan finne flere bilder på Face Book eller vårt eget villacalista-nettsted. com

Villa Calista er en eiendom for ikke-RØYKERE - dette inkluderer innendørs og utendørs.

Beklager, men Villa Calista er ikke egnet eller utstyrt for veldig små barn.

EOT / ESL-lisens (MHTE) 1042K92003152901

Overnattingsstedets bestyrer

Nancy Reid & Bob McDowell

Språk som snakkes

Engelsk, fransk

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Fasiliteter

Basseng

Kjøkken

Vaskemaskin

Wi-fi inkludert

Air conditioning

Uteplass

Lignende overnattingssteder

Havutsikt
Basseng
Kjøkken
Vaskemaskin

Husregler

Innsjekking etter kl. 15.00

Minimumsalder for å leie: 30

Utsjekking før kl. 10.00

Barn

Barn tillatt: fra 0–17 år

Not suitable for young children

Arrangementer

Ingen arrangementer tillatt

Kjæledyr

Ingen kjæledyr tillatt

Røyking

Røyking er ikke tillatt

Dies ist ein Nichtraucher-Haus - innen und außen.

Viktig informasjon

Viktig å vite

Dette overnattingsstedet forvaltes av en privat vert (som ikke har som jobb å tilby overnattingstjenester). EUs forbrukerlovgivning, inkludert retten til å trekke seg fra kjøpet, gjelder derfor ikke for bestillingen din. Det er den private vertens avbestillingsregler som gjelder.

Det kan pålegges avgifter for ekstra personer, og denne avgiften kan variere avhengig av overnattingsstedets egne regler

Legitimasjon med bilde utstedt av offentlig myndighet samt kredittkort, debetkort eller depositum i kontanter kan være påkrevd ved innsjekking, i tilfelle det skulle oppstå uforutsette utgifter

Spesielle forespørsler avhenger av tilgjengelighet ved innsjekking og kan koste ekstra. Spesielle forespørsler kan ikke garanteres oppfylt

Det er ikke tillatt å arrangere fester eller andre arrangementer på stedet

Verten har ikke oppgitt om det finnes noen karbonmonoksidalarm på overnattingsstedet, så det kan være lurt å ta med en selv

Verten har oppgitt at det finnes en røykvarsler på overnattingsstedet

Overnattingsstedet har sikkerhetstiltak som brannslukningsapparat, førstehjelpsskrin og reilelås

Overnattingsstedets registreringsnummer: 1042Κ92003152901

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Som følge av nasjonale reguleringer, er det ikke mulig å betale mer enn GBP 500 i kontanter på dette overnattingsstedet. For å få mer informasjon kan du kontakte overnattingsstedet ved å bruke kontaktopplysningene i bestillingsbekreftelsen

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Om området

Apokoronas

Denne villaen ligger i landlige omgivelser og i nærheten av stranden i Apokoronas. Souda havn og Den gamle venetianske havnen er verdt et besøk hvis du er på utkikk etter morsomme aktiviteter, men hvis du heller vil oppleve vakre naturomgivelser, kan du dra til Georgioupolis strand og Nea Khora strand. Art of Living Glass Factory og Maritime Museum of Crete er også verdt et besøk. Området byr på vannaktiviteter som fridykking og snorkling, men du kan også oppleve den flotte naturen gjennom grottevandring og fotturer.

Aspro, Crete

Hva som finnes i nærheten

Almyrida Beach - 7 min kjøring - 2.2 km
Kalyves-stranden - 15 min kjøring - 6.1 km
Souda havn - 20 min kjøring - 16.4 km
Georgioupolis strand - 36 min kjøring - 27.1 km
Marathi Beach - 52 min kjøring - 36.0 km

Transport

Khania (CHQ – Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 45 min kjøring

Restauranter

‪Elena Tavern - ‬8 min kjøring
‪Costanita - ‬4 min kjøring
‪Tsunami - ‬3 min kjøring
‪Thalami - ‬3 min kjøring
‪Atlantis Beach - ‬3 min kjøring

Ofte stilte spørsmål

Har Tilbaketrukket komfort; Villa med 2 senger og bad, fantastisk utsikt, basseng, nær Almyrida-stranden basseng?

Ja, dette overnattingsstedet har et utendørsbasseng.

Er det tillatt med kjæledyr på Tilbaketrukket komfort; Villa med 2 senger og bad, fantastisk utsikt, basseng, nær Almyrida-stranden?

Nei, kjæledyr er ikke tillatt på dette overnattingsstedet.

Når kan man sjekke inn på Tilbaketrukket komfort; Villa med 2 senger og bad, fantastisk utsikt, basseng, nær Almyrida-stranden?

Innsjekkingen begynner kl. 15.00.

Når må man sjekke ut på Tilbaketrukket komfort; Villa med 2 senger og bad, fantastisk utsikt, basseng, nær Almyrida-stranden?

Utsjekkingstidspunktet er kl. 10.00.

Hvor ligger Tilbaketrukket komfort; Villa med 2 senger og bad, fantastisk utsikt, basseng, nær Almyrida-stranden?

Denne villaen ligger ved sjøen og 3 kilometer unna Almyrida Beach, Gavalokhori historiske og etnografiske museum og Kera. Dessuten ligger Kalyves-stranden og Art of Living Glass Factory kun 5 kilometer unna.

Suverent

Anmeldelsene presenteres i kronologisk rekkefølge og har, med mindre noe annet er oppgitt, gjennomgått en modererings- og verifiseringsprosess.

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10/10

Renhold

10/10

Innsjekking

9,8/10

Kommunikasjon

9,4/10

Beliggenheten

9,6/10

Annonsens korrekthet

10/10 – Utmerket

Elizabeth S. og Aurora, CO

17. juli 2023

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Wonderful vacation spot

We very much enjoyed the property. All interactions with the owner and property manager were easy with quick responses.

Bodde her 6 netter i juli 2023

10/10 – Utmerket

Stephane E.

5. sep. 2018

Beautiful villa

We enjoyed a lot our holidays in this villa. The view is beautiful, the villa is very nice, everything is thought and well equipped. The garden is large, very flowery and peaceful.

Denne anmeldelsen ble sendt inn før 2018 og har ikke blitt verifisert.

10/10 – Utmerket

Mark K. og Quincy, IL

30. okt. 2017

An awesome place to explore Crete from.

This is a beautiful Villa that is extremely well maintained and equipped. It was just like being at home. A great place to explore Western Crete from. I highly recommend it.

Bodde her 10 netter i oktober 2017

10/10 – Utmerket

Lynly S. og Woodinville

8. juli 2019

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Crete villa

Beautiful location and villa. Wonderful attention to every detail. Nancy is a very helpful host and is incredibly responsive. We highly recommend the villa. Thank you!

Bodde her 6 netter i juni 2019

Denne anmeldelsen ble sendt inn før 2018 og har ikke blitt verifisert.

10/10 – Utmerket

Gunnar Z. og Berlin

26. aug. 2017

Perfect

Wonderful house. Perfectly equipped. Very nice terrace, pool and garden. We enjoyed every minute.

Bodde her 14 netter i august 2017

10/10 – Utmerket

Kevin S.

26. juli 2019

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

We had a fantastic stay and I had stayed in numerous Villas and this is by far the best.

We were after a quiet relaxing holiday and this is exactly what we had and more. The facilities far exceeded what you would normally expect in a Villa which made us feel very well looked after and catered for. The management of the property during our stay was excellent. We would definitely book to stay again in the future as the location was magnificent, Alp like scenery to the South and fantastic sea views to the North. It’s perfectly positioned for getting to all the main attractions and we certainly made use of them during our stay. Thank you so much for a lovely holiday and you have an amazing Villa. Kevin and Elaine xx

Bodde her 14 netter i juli 2019

10/10 – Utmerket

John J.

30. aug. 2022

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

The perfect villa!

This villa has it all. Situated on the top of a hill, yet only 2km from the beach and 3km form the highway, is the ideal base for daytrips to the Cretean "must see" sites. Well equipped, beautiful mediterrenean style house with plenty seating areas. This villa does not have "a" view, rather it has views. Ranges of mountains to the South, roling hills and a ravine towards the west and the Souda bay to the North. All to be enjoyed from the fabulously landscaped garden. A real gem!

Bodde her 9 netter i august 2022

10/10 – Utmerket

Joanne H.

31. juli 2022

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Beautiful Villa, stunning scenery

We’ve had a really lovely week at Villa Calista, the Villa is beautiful and the views of the mountains and bay are stunning. Nancy was fabulous, she responded to emails quickly and was able to accommodate last minute changes and requests which made a big difference to us. It was very hot so we didn’t do much more than hang around the Villa and go to some beaches and Tavernas but that was perfect for a relaxing holiday. The little road up to the Villa is quite narrow and steep but you get the hang of it quite quickly. We recommend the lovely taverna 5 mins north in Gavalochori (Gavalianos Kafenes) and shop opposite. Go easy in the heat!

Bodde her 7 netter i juli 2022

Denne anmeldelsen ble sendt inn før 2018 og har ikke blitt verifisert.

10/10 – Utmerket

rachel t.

1. aug. 2017

A lovely well equipped villa with a great view and beautiful grounds!

Our family of 3 had a lovely stay at Villa Calista at the end of July. The house was well taken care of and perfect for our needs! My son spent hours in the pool, and all meals were taken at the lovely outside seating area (many having being cooked on the BBQ). The view across the bay is fantastic and can be viewed from the many outdoor seating areas. The house was also well equipped with washing machine, coffee maker, dishwasher and air con. We enjoyed many days out to the local beaches and great seafood lunches by the sea. Communication with the owner was very efficient and the directions made it easy to find! All in all a very relaxing holiday - thank you!! Rachel, Neil & Josh Targett

Bodde her 7 netter i juli 2017

10/10 – Utmerket

David B.

19. juni 2022

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Beautiful retreat

A beautiful villa, more than well equipped with nice added extras. The location is handy for local taverns and walking explorations. I would advise not to hire a really small car as the road to the property is a bit bumpy and the under carriage of the car scraped at times. The gardens and grounds are more than tranquil with hidden areas and you can seek shade quite easily. The only negative we have is that there is intermitant building work on the neighbouring villa of which we were not informed. We were however very satisfied with our stay and the pool man cleaner and gardens were full of information on areas to visit. Thank you Nancy and Bob. 🤠

Bodde her 14 netter i mai 2022

10/10 – Utmerket

Andrew E.

20. aug. 2019

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

A stunning home, perfect for a couple or small family seeking a luxurious get-away

We found the property to be excellently presented and very clean. The facilities are exceptional, both in the villa and around the garden. Great attention to detail is paid to everything, from the well equipped kitchen, to a comfortable lounge, the outdoor areas and the bedrooms. The pool is modest in size, perfect for a dip to cool off. The rest of the gardens are stunningly presented and abound with beautiful flowers. There is a fabulous little BBQ and space to dry towels and washing. The bedrooms are comfortable, with loads of hanging space. The screen for the shower in the bath leaked a bit (probably needs replacing - a simple enough job), but the rest of the facilities were faultless, including the highly efficient aircon. Overall, we enjoyed a fabulous 9 night stay at this wonderful property and would highly recommend it to anyone. Nancy and Bob really went the extra mile, along with the property manager Jackie to make our stay a comfortable and memorable experience. Thank you to all.

Bodde her 11 netter i august 2019

Denne anmeldelsen ble sendt inn før 2018 og har ikke blitt verifisert.

10/10 – Utmerket

Stavros V.

16. aug. 2016

Great views, quiet, well appointed with all the necessities for a self contained property

Property exactly as described and shown on website. Excellent details on how to get there, how to operate all equipment on property. WiFi excellent. Beautiful views both of mountains and the sea. Away but close enough to nearby town of Almirida, where most restaurants and supermarkets located. Pool and outdoor areas fantastic for parents and our young girls. Indoors appointed well and comfortable. Surrounded by olive trees and only the goats would visit, so very private and quiet. Highly recommend this property, we really enjoyed our time here. What could be improved, only minor stuff. Softer pillows would have been nice. We were also read the rules from the housekeeper and made to sign that we had understood them, kind of made us feel like school kids. Gardeners even though they were polite, came around from side passageway , straight into kitchen area to tell us they would be in garden - they should have knocked front door. But these are only minor points for what is an excellent property and I am sure anyone who stays here will be extremely happy.

Bodde her 6 netter i august 2016

Denne anmeldelsen ble sendt inn før 2018 og har ikke blitt verifisert.

10/10 – Utmerket

Ian M.

12. nov. 2015

Amazing location with wonderful views of the sea!

I had a wonderful stay at Villa Calista. The house is situated in the hills overlooking the seaside village of Almyrida, and affords a sweeping view of Souda Bay to the north, and the majestic White Mountains to the south. I spent several mornings enjoying my coffee on the terrace and watching the various naval ships and the ferry from Athens as it sailed into port in nearby Chania. The grounds are beautiful, with a manicured back garden, pool and olive grove in the back yard. The interior is modern and functional, but it's the outdoor spaces that truly make this a paradise retreat. In nearby Almyrida, there are dozens of tavernas and restaurants serving up authentic Greek meals as well as a bakery and independent grocer that sell amazing and fresh products. This is a great home-base for a variety of explorations into western Crete, a short 30 minute drive to the West will take you to the busy port city of Chania, and another 30-40 minutes east will bring you to the more artsy city of Rethymno. Check out the old Venetian walled cities in each of these places for some amazing shopping and dining. Being an adventurous sort, I spent my days motorcycling around the countryside. A 1-hour drive will take you into the heart of the mountains and some literally breathtaking views of the southern coast. The landscape in Crete is quite mountainous and the various switchbacks and mountain passes make for some thrilling drives. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. I will definitely be returning again soon.

10/10 – Utmerket

tracy c.

27. aug. 2018

Holiday Paradise

Villa Calista is a beautiful vacation rental!! From the moment you reach the beautifully manicured property and catch a glimpse of the scenic harbour from the pool deck, you know you have made a great choice. The owners spend their winters at the villa, so there is nothing that you need that isn't provided- a BBQ with full propane tank, utensils, plates, useful kitchen appliances and even salt and pepper! Upon arrival, we easily picked up our keys on site. The owners have arranged for all guests to receive a welcome basket, containing olive oil from their own olive trees and everything you need to get you through the first day/night. They also included a beach bag which came in very handy! The rooms each had towels laid out, and a pool towel for our use. There is satellite TV, two spacious rooms, and a good sized bathroom. The bedrooms and full bath are upstairs and they each step out onto the comfortable balcony- a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee (which is also included in the welcome basket!) and enjoy the view of the military and cruise ships coming in and out of the harbour. The location of the villa is very central, allowing for easy exploring of Chania (1/2 hour) and Heraklion (45 mins), or there is a perfectly lovely beach at the bottom of the hill in Almyrida. The owners, Bob and Nancy, have also placed a book of all the beaches and tavernas to visit to make decisions easy. We would highly recommend a visit to Margarite for pottery, a boatride from Kissimos to Balos beach, and the old town in Chania. The best part of the trip was arriving home after a long day of exploring and sitting out on the patio with a glass of wine and watching the sun set over the nearby mountain- complete relaxation!! We have already decided to come back to Villa Calista on a regular basis. Thanks Bob and Nancy for sharing your villa with us. It was an amazing vacation!

10/10 – Utmerket

Panagiotis S.

20. okt. 2021

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Ruhige Unterkunft die keine Wünsche offen lässt.

Wir hatten einen tollen Aufenthalt in der sehr liebevoll eingerichteten Villa Calista. Bei Ankunft erwartete uns bereits frisches Obst, Wasser, Marmelade, Honig und ein frisches Brot. Obwohl wir nur eine Woche dort waren, erfolgte nach vier Tagen eine Zwischenreinigung (neue Handtücher, etc.) und eine Pool-Reinigung. Die Villa ist oberhalb der Küste auf einem Berg sehr ruhig gelegen und man ist dort völlig ungestört. Man braucht jedoch ein Auto, wenn man den Urlaub nicht ausschließlich am eigenen Pool verbringen möchte. Der nächste Ort mit Einkauftsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants und einem kleinen Strand ist wenige Fahrminuten entfernt. Ebenfalls gut und innerhalb von max. einer Stunde Fahrtzeit zu erreichen sind Chania und Rethymno. Wir waren nach der Woche sehr zufrieden und gut erholt. Danke an Nancy und Bob für die tolle Gastfreundschaft!

Bodde her 7 netter i oktober 2021

10/10 – Utmerket

Lothar W.

10. okt. 2021

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Very beautiful property

The property is more than fully equipped, very clean and beautifully decorated. Very nice location. Beautiful garden with spectacular views. Very nice communication with the owners.

Bodde her 7 netter i oktober 2021

10/10 – Utmerket

GUILLAUME F.

3. aug. 2021

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Très belle villa bien située

Nous avons passé 2 semaines très agréables. La maison est très bien équipée, c'est un plaisir d'y rester, de profiter de la piscine et de la vue! La communication avec Nancy est très facile et elle fait tout pour rendre le séjour agréable. A recommander !

Bodde her 14 netter i juli 2021

10/10 – Utmerket

Harald M. og Bei Nürnberg in Deutschland

23. okt. 2019

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Urlaub im Paradies....

Wie schon vor zwei Jahren konnten wir unseren Urlaub in diesem kleinen Paradies so richtig genießen. Alles ist stimmig und der gute und sehr nette Kontakt mit den Vermietern macht alles angenehm einfach und transparent.

Bodde her 7 netter i oktober 2019

10/10 – Utmerket

Victoria s.

16. okt. 2019

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon og annonsens korrekthet

How lovely Villa Calista!

Fabulous outdoor space, beautiful gardens with sea and mountain views. Home from home villa! Nothing this little gem doesn't have so there's no need to stock up with anything...except your own food and wine! Welcome basket was great. Candles galore making the use of the outside space at night so pretty... I would recommend a car due to the incline and uneven road to the villa. Jackie the villa manager and her husband the pool cleaner were so friendly and couldn't do enough for you. Lovely holiday had by all!!! Ohh and we do miss the little kittens...Zena and Hercules 😀😀😀

10/10 – Utmerket

monika L.

24. sep. 2019

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Tolles Wohnen mit Meerblick

Eine bestens ausgestattete Villa mit angenehmen Komfort. Mehrere Sonnenliegen und Schirme, viele gemütliche Sitz-möglichkeiten, große überdachte Terrasse. Geeignet für erholsamen Urlaub mit Blick in die Ferne.

Bodde her 14 netter i september 2019

10/10 – Utmerket

julian L.

29. aug. 2019

Likte: Renhold, innsjekking, kommunikasjon, beliggenheten, annonsens korrekthet

Que du bonheur

Villa très bien située,très bien équipée,très agréable de regarder le coucher de soleil avec les enfants jouant dans la piscine,une multitude de renseignements fournie par les propriétaires pour les activités,toujours disponibles.nous sommes ravis d'avoir pu louer la villa Calista.

Bodde her 7 netter i august 2019

10/10 – Utmerket

Sharon and Keith B. og Redmond, Washington

18. okt. 2018

Wonderful Villa

The owners are exceptionally responsive and gracious. The property is well maintained and clean. The villa is well appointed with all the items necessary to make a vacation seem like home away from home. The area is quiet and the view is outstanding. The location is conveniently located to the beaches and other attractions. A simply wonderful experience.

Bodde her 14 netter i oktober 2018

10/10 – Utmerket

Keith J.

14. aug. 2018

Excellent Villa. Great views, very comfortable and everything works.

We had an excellent week. The villa was perfect for our needs. It was great to stay somewhere where everything works. Fantastic views.

Bodde her 7 netter i august 2018

10/10 – Utmerket

Andrew C.

6. aug. 2018

Stay at Villa Calista

We had a really great holiday at the villa. Right from the start with the fantastic directions from the airport (better than our Sat Nav!) there has clearly been a lot of thought that has gone into making a stay here relaxing. All the small bits and pieces that you may need are there. The property and pool were clean and well maintained and the area beyond the pool into the olive grove is a real plus. We really liked the outdoor covered area where we could relax in the shade. The view's from the property are fantastic. The local village has some really good restaurants, plenty of activities on the beach and is very clean. The snorkelling from the side of the beach was excellent. A great place to go.

Bodde her 9 netter i juli 2018

10/10 – Utmerket

Kim C.

2. aug. 2018

Amazing and beautiful home away from home.

This is the first time we had booked a holiday villa independently, and I have to say the whole thing was seamless from start to finish. We took a lot of care in choosing and were heavily influenced by the reviews from previous holiday makers. It turned out to be a very good choice. As soon as we had booked we were contacted by the owners who are clearly passionate about Crete and their beautiful villa, and also about ensuring that we had a great time. They were extremely helpful and informative and responded very quickly to emails. Having signed up to the Villa Calista facebook page, by the time we arrived we felt as if we already knew both the villa and the area well. I have to say that the villa and its grounds are incredible. The villa is so comfortable and cosy, and well equipped, and the grounds are so beautifully tended providing sunny and shaded areas throughout the day. The pool is fabulous, and the covered Alvi is perfect for sitting in the shade while looking out over the pool at the amazing views. The thing that really strikes you about Villa Calista is how well maintained it is, how clean it is, and how every detail has been thought through so carefully. This is Bob and Nancy's home during the winter, and the place has all the signs of being loved and having everything you could possibly need, whilst at the same time not making you feel as if you are intruding on someone elses space. Its the details which you almost take for granted that make the place special, like the endless storm lanterns and copious supply of candles for the Alvi which creates a beautiful atmosphere in the evening; the hammock in the orchard; the beautiful cushions that decorate all the seating areas; the great range of kitchen equipment; and the thoughtful goodies basket that is there when you arrive. The villa is in a lovely part of Crete, and while we were much lazier than we usually are on holiday (due to the intense heat, and the fact that the villa itself makes it easy for you to lounge about and be lazy), there is plenty to do and see within a short drive; and then there is that pool to jump into when you get back! If you like traditional greek food then this is the place for you. There are traditional tavernas at every turn, and they far out number the touristy haunts. We have no negative comments to make. We would recommend Villa Calista. I have no doubt that we will be back to this home away from home in the sun.

Bodde her 11 netter i juli 2018

Om verten

Vert: Nancy Reid & Bob McDowell

Hi! We’re Nancy Reid and Bob McDowell, your hosts at Villa Calista!

We hope you enjoy your stay at our home in Aspro, Crete and come to love the island as much as we do.

We live on the east coast of Canada, but spend most of the winter in our beloved Crete. We are both avid history buffs (Nancy is a former archaeologist), travellers, and animal lovers.

We are having the time of our lives exploring all Crete has to offer and we know you will too.

In the spirit of Greek philoxenia, we welcome you to our home!

Hvorfor verten valgte dette overnattingsstedet

We chose this property for our retirement home, as it has everything we were looking for - quiet privacy, comfort, and close to the amenities in the towns and villages. We love the peaceful setting of the sleepy old village of Aspro, but we also love the lively villages and towns of Almyrida and Kalyves close by. When we need a taste of nightlife or shopping, the city of Chania is less than a half hour away.

Our villa is perfect for those seeking a private home to stay while exploring the wonders of Crete. It's a great base for gentle hiking, cycling and exploring. Enjoy our views of the Cretan Sea or the mountains from the gardens and balcony. Wander through our orchard garden, snooze in the hammock among the wildflowers, or plan your excursions from the comfort of our outdoor terrace. A Blue Flag beach is only 2 minutes away, with many others within a short drive. Shops, cafes, dining, bank ATMs, nightlife are all to be had close by. From the villa, you can visit fascinating archaeological ruins, enjoy your pick of great tavernas and cafes, explore charming historic villages, or access some of the most famous beaches in Europe. Winery tours, cooking classes, sailing, biking, hiking, caving - are all options to consider when staying here. Then again, it's hard to resist lounging by our private pool!

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When our guests enter Villa Calista, they are immediately drawn to the "avli" or covered terrace just off the kitchen, with its views of the private pool, our gardens below, and the magnificent mountains in the distance. The avli is sheltered from the strong Cretan sun and is always kept cool by mountain breezes. It features large lounging areas along with a dining set for meals al fresco. The avli leads to our private pool and terrace with comfortable chairs, sunbeds, and umbrellas. Imagine yourself relaxing here with a cool drink after a full day of sight seeing! At night, lighting and candles make this a romantic, atmospheric retreat.

Follow the stone path down to the lower gardens and olive orchard, where you'll find stunning sea and mountain views - our apricot, orange, mandarin and other trees, along with fragrant lavender, roses, jasmine, and rosemary bushes. Depending on the season, there is an ever-changing assortment of colourful flowers. We've tucked the hammock down among the shady olive trees - a perfect place to steal a nap or read a book on a lazy afternoon! A table and chairs are in the shady orchard as well - great for a cool picnic on site, or for an afternoon of chess on our garden-sized board!

Hikers and cyclists will love the many lanes and pathways in the area and our little village of Aspro itself is worth exploring for its fascinating remnants of Turkish architecture. Check out our many local guide books for suggested routes and excursions.

We love the location of the Villa Calista as it is perfect for making day-trips to the many wonderful historic villages and towns in the region - just 25 minutes from Chania; 45 minutes from Rethymnon; and about an hour and a half to the larger city of Heraklion and the amazing archaeological site of Knossos just beyond.

We're happy to help you plan your excursions and offer more information and lots more photos on our website. www.villacalista.com where you can also contact us directly.