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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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Chania
Telónio Beach
Place, Telónio Beach
4 min drive
Kissamos Stadium
Place, Kissamos Stadium
4 min drive
Mávros Mólos
Place, Mávros Mólos
4 min drive
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
54 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Guests call it "a little paradise"
Ariana's apartment has 2 bedrooms (both with airconditioning), a good-sized bathroom with shower, toilet, double sink and a spacious living- room with an open plan kitchen. There is a large terrace at the front with a good sea-view and a patio at the back. A shady footpath through colourful gardens with Mediterranean plants leads you to the pool area. The 50m2 pool is a peaceful oasis surrounded by flowers and shrubs. There is ample space with sun-loungers for the guests to relax. At the far end there is a bar with a fridge and a barbecue. Guests can enjoy night swimming in the lit pool which is for the sole use of the guests of Ariana's Apartment , Ariana's Villa (see listing 10873004) and Ariana's Studio (10087859).
Location and things to do nearby:
A small road from Kastelli-Kissamos leads up to the hamlet of Kato Kounopitsa. Ariana's Place is in a stunning location on a hillside overlooking the small town of Kissamos, the sea and the olive groves. This little gem is perfect for those who want to be near all the amenities of a small Greek town, but also appreciate the peace and quiet of the countryside. Imagine picking flowers from the garden or herbs for cooking and making tea. It takes less than 5 minutes to drive to town or to the nearest beaches. We like to provide our guests with tips and suggestions for day-trips, hikes, snorkelling and scuba diving in the Bay of Kissamos, shopping, where to find the best tavernas, and other practical information. Literally from your doorstep you can go on walks and explore the local area, which is rich in wild flowers, little churches and ancient sites. Ariana's Place is a perfect base from which to explore the west of Crete. The beautiful white sand beach of Falasarna is only 20 minute away, or a little further you can visit the pink beach and nature reserve of Elafonisi, or you might wish to explore the Gramvousa peninsula and the famous lagoon of Balos with a day trip on a boat. There are many beautiful gorges to hike, for example Deliana, Anidri and Agia Irini. For those who are interested in ancient Crete there are wonderful museums in Kissamos itself and in Chania. The museum in Kissamos has some of the best-preserved Roman mosaic floors in the world, while the Historical Museum of Chania boasts artefacts and carved seals dating back to 1500 AC. Among the interesting archaeological sites to visit are Polyrrinia, Falasarna and Aptera. Kissamos has many superb restaurants and fish tavernas where you can enjoy the traditional Cretan cuisine. The nearby historical Venetian city of Chania is a must for cultural history and of course shopping. You can buy handmade leather goods in the famous 'Leather Lane' and visit the popular covered market. Chania also has numerous excellent restaurants near the historic harbour. There are endless possibilities for day trips elsewhere - to Paleochora and the south coast, the White Mountains, the Samaria Gorge, monasteries etc.
The Greek government introduced a "Climate Resilience Levy" tax for all tourist accommodations in the country. Guests have to pay 2 euro per night for the accommodation. The owner has to collect this cash during the stay of the guests.
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Washing machine
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Air conditioning
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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 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
Property Registration Number 1042Κ133K3190201
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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 recommended for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does Guests call it "a little paradise" have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Guests call it "a little paradise"?
As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guests call it "a little paradise" on 29 April 2026 start from NZ$251, 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 Guests call it "a little paradise" pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Guests call it "a little paradise"?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Guests call it "a little paradise"?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Guests call it "a little paradise"?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Guests call it "a little paradise" located?
Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Kissamos Stadium, Telónio Beach and Mávros Mólos. Port of Kissamos is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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My husband and I enjoyed our 10 days nestled in the mountains. Wonderful views of the sea and countryside. Our favorite was the pool area with all the beautiful plants, bushes and trees. Our apartment was very comfortable with a patio that was picturesque. Our feline visitors were another added plus. Ariana is a warm individual and enjoyed our conversations. We were sad to leave.
MB C.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2025
Thank you so much for your great review!
I enjoyed our conversations too 😊
Beautiful location with an amazing pool. Arianna has crafted a comfortable and well considered place with lots of little touches - like the art all over the garden, soft beach and bath towels, and amazing garden. We very much enjoyed her hospitality, directing us to magical little places like Maria Beach, all very close by. We loved the fact that it is so peaceful but very close to the hum of the town. Thank you!
We were looking for a place to spend a few days with the family in western Crete and after a long search we found this place. Ariana welcomed us very well and kindly despite our late arrival. Everything suited us and especially the wonderful terrace! The area is very quiet, secluded and surrounded by olive fields in the mountains. We had a great rest at Ariana Paradise.
Michał K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thank you so much Michal!
And I like the name Ariana’s Paradise 😊 very much!
We stayed 2 weeks in this apartment and had a wonderfull time. After a very warm welcome, the owner informed us during our stay about many locations to visit after she asked us what we are interested in. At this location are only 3 holiday apartments with a shared, very nice located swimming pool.We loved the location/area being a bit less touristic and showing us the more of the Crete way of living.Ariane, thank you very much for your hospitality these 2 weeks
Arianne place , is wonderful place to stay .We had a terrace , which provided fabulous views. Plenty of nice restaurants and bakeries. Arianne , is really helpful with best places to visit .and where to eat teat. . greand
We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment which was very clean, comfortable and extremely well equipped. Lovely patio area with a comfortable outside sofa and dining table and also a shaded area with another table at the front of the property which was perfect for breakfast. The pool area was stunning with superb views.The town is about a 5 minute drive with a really well equipped supermarket just at the bottom of the road. Perfect place to stay and would thoroughly recommend.
Stephen P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Happy that you enjoyed your stay so much, that's what it's all about!
We had a wonderful time. The location is just outside Kissamos so you can enjoy the country side, and a peaceful see view from the lovely terrasse (where you can also enjoy your dinner). The swimming pool is great and the kids loved it! You are also close to town to enjoy a nice restaurant on the see front and come back easily.
In terms of activities, Kissamos is just the perfect location. Many tour companies offer great activities and you can easily go to beautiful beaches nearby.
On top of it, Arianna (the host) gives you great tips (beaches that are not on tourists books…).
A perfect place to relax and discover/enjoy Crete.
Vincent G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2023
Great to hear you had such a good time! Thank you very much for your nice description Vincent, au revoir!
We absolutely loved our stay here. Such a beautiful place and so relaxing however still plenty to do a short drive away. Ariana was an amazing host, so lovely, friendly and very knowledgeable about how to make the most of your holiday depending on what you are interested in. The apartment is great with comfortable beds and a decent shower. The balcony over looks the beautiful bay which is lovely in the evening. Pool is brilliant, our kids spent hours in it! Nice size and well maintained. Great selection of comfortable seating/sun loungers around it. Can whole heartedly recommend, we loved it and we will certainly be back.
Jenny P.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
Hi Jenny and family, it’s great to hear you appreciate what we aspired to!
Hope to see you again!
Wir hatten einen unfassbar schönen Urlaub. Ariana ist einfach toll, sie begrüßt einen so herzlich und gibt immer Tipps, wenn gewünscht. Der Pool lädt zum Verweilen ein, das haben wir sehr häufig genutzt. Ansonsten ist Kissamos und Umgebung wunderschön und man kann viel entdecken. Baden, Schnorcheln, am Strand liegen, was jeder mag. Einkaufen oder auch Essen gehen ist in Kissamos beides unkompliziert. Einige Tavernen an der Promenade sind sehr zu empfehlen. Wer die Ruhe und das griechische Flair erleben möchte, muss hier herkommen!!!Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder!Anmerkung: waren zwei Wochen im Apartment
Die Bewertung ist ziemlich einfach, angefangen bei Ariana, der Vermieterin,die alle Restaurants,Geschäfte und Strände kennt, über die Strände, die Landschaft , das Essen ,die Menschen ,einfach toll.Die Unterkunft ist hell und großzügig. Die Terrasse riesig, der Pool am Berghang spektakulär.Wir waren dort nicht zum letzten Mal .A&B
Andreas L.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2025
Vielen lieben Dank!
Das schönste ist dass ihr nicht zum letzten Mal hier wart 😊
Wir haben eine perfekte Woche bei Ariana verbracht, es hat uns an nichts gefehlt. Restaurants sind in wenigen Minuten mit dem Auto erreichbar, man kann jedoch in der gut ausgestatteten Küche selbst kochen, doch wer will das schon in Griechenland? Belebte oder weniger touristische Strände sind in 5-30 Minuten erreichbar, es gibt Ausflugsmöglichkeiten für jeden Geschmack und jedes Bedürfnis. Die Wohnung ist grosszügig mit riesiger Terrasse und es fehlt an nichts. Das Highlight ist natürlich der gepflegte und saubere Pool hinter den Häusern, umgeben von schönen Pflanzen und bis Mitternacht romantisch beleuchtet. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Eliane M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2024
Wurde mich echt freuen wann ihr mal wieder kommen wurdet!
Unser Aufenthalt war schön entspannt. Ariana als Gastgeberin ist super freundlich und toral entspannt. Wir werden die Unterkunft Freunden und Familie weiterempfehlen.
Bis bald
Daniela B.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Liebe Daniela, vielen lieben dank und bis das nächstes Mal!
Heerlijk verblijf afgelopen 9 dagen. We verbleven in het apartment. Voor en achter fijn terras. Keuken goed uitgerust maar in juli/augustus bijna altijd te warm om echt te koken. Geen probleem want veel lekkere restaurants in de buurt. Comfortabele kamers met airco en lekkere bedden. Ariana is een top host!
Tout était parfait.
Superve vue, apparemment fonctionnel et propre. Magnifique terrasse. Superbe piscine. Environnement calme.
Propriétaire tres avenante.
Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen. Das Appartement war gut mit einer wunderschönen Dachterrasse.
Arianne war sehr freundlich und immer sehr hilfsbereit, hat uns gute Ausflugstips gegeben und Tavernen empfohlen, wo man gut essen konnte. Es war eine schöne Zeit in Kissamos.
Dieter und Petra
Dieter L.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Vielen Dank fur die liebe Worter, es war schon dass ihr hier wart!
Das Apartment war genau wie beschrieben und in den Bildern ersichtlich. Es war alles vorhanden was man benötigt und die Betten waren bequem. Besonders schön war, dass man auf der sehr großen Terrasse morgens und abends schön sitzen kann und auf´s Meer schauen kann. Da ein Teil überdacht ist kann man auch bei Regen dort sitzen. Die Anlage selbst ist ein Traum, wunderschöne Pflanzen und ein super gepflegter Pool, es ist sehr entspannend einfach dort auch einen Tag zu verbringen. Ariana ist super nett und hilft mit Tipps gerne weiter. Das Apartment ist etwas in den Hügeln und uns war es zu weit und heiß runter ins Ort zu laufen aber mit dem Auto sind es 5 Minuten nach Kissamos wo es sehr viele Restaurants gibt...und ansonsten ist das auch eine gute Lage um die Nord/West und Südwest Küste Kretas zu erkunden! Beim nächsten Kreta Urlaub werde ich die Unterkunft wieder buchen!
Wir hatten eine tolle Woche bei Ariana in Kissamos. Ein super Appartement. Groß, sehr schön eingerichtet, die Küche bestens ausgestattet, eine riesigen Dachterasse mit Blick auf die darunterliegende Stadt Kissamos, das nahe Meer und die umliegenden Berge.Der dazugehörige Swimmingpool (wird mit zwei anderen Mietparteien geteilt) ist traumhaft gelegen, gepflegt und von Olivenbäumen und anderer Vegatation umgeben und wirklich ein paradiesisches Örtchen um einen ereignisreichen Tag ausklingen zu lassen. Viele tolle Ausflugsziele u.a. auch die tollen Strände, sind von hier aus gut zu erreichen. Unsere Gastgeberin Ariana war sehr herzlich, hat uns viele gute Tipps gegeben, dabei stets hilfsbereit, immer symphatisch und herrlich entspannt. Wir kommen sehr gerne einmal wieder.
Karola B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Das Wort Wohlfuhloase konnte ich noch nicht aber es hort sich wunderbar an!
Vielen lieben Dank fur die wunderbare Beschreibung und auf Wiedersehen!
Ariana nous a accueilli avec gentillesse malgré notre arrivée tardive. Le lieu était aussi beau que sur les photos. Appartement confortable, piscine, jardin et terrasse. C’était super !
Es ist ein sehr großes Apartment in einer tolle Anlage.
Der Pool Bereich ist Einmalig.
Arianna ist sehr nett.
Milena K.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2021
Danke Milena!
About the host
Hosted by Ariana Geervliet
Ariana is originally from Holland and lived in Luxembourg for several years before she came to Crete. She has a degree in Health Sciences from the University of Maastricht. She loves gardening, cooking and walking. Because she speaks 6 languages she is a good host for guests from many different countries.
Why they chose this property
Ariana fell in love with the property many years ago. It was an old farm house with a stable and just some olive trees. A lot of work needed to be done before it became the little paradise that guests often call it. Ariana converted the former stable into a villa and rents out 2 more properties, an apartment and a studio. She loves the location because of it's peace and quiet but still close to the amenities in Kastelli. No noise of roads, just the cicadas and the birds......
What makes this property unique
Ariana immediately loved the unique location of it, so close to Kissamos but set in a natural environment. She spent two years on the restoration and the whole property is now set in a mature Mediterranean garden. The pool area has become a little oasis with all the exotic plants around it.
The location is perfect to explore the area. You can go for hikes from your doorstep or go to famous beaches like Balos and Elafonisi. The whole west of Crete is fantastic for drives, weather you're interested in nature or culture.
Languages:
English, French, German, Dutch, Greek
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