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About this property
Beachfront villa w/Private Pool, ping-pong & BBQ
💖Why Guests Love Aqua Marine Villa Beachfront: Step directly from your traditional stone villa onto the pristine sands of Rapaniana Beach. Private Oasis: Enjoy a large private pool with a dedicated shallow section, perfect for children. High-Speed: Reliable 90Mbps WiFi throughout, ideal for remote work & streaming. Entertainment: Includes a playroom with ping pong, board games, and a kids’ pool for endless fun. Perfect Location: Just minutes from Balos Lagoon boat trips and the charming Chania.
🏡 The Space Aqua Marine Villa is a stunning 240 sqm stone-built residence that blends traditional Cretan architecture with eco-conscious design. Located directly on the beachfront in Kolymbari, it offers privacy, tranquility, and breathtaking sea views from spacious terraces.
Inside, you’ll find a beautiful balance of rustic charm and modern comfort, including full air conditioning in all bedrooms and living areas for a relaxing stay year-round.
🛋 Functional Floor Layout
Lower Ground Floor • Bedroom 1: Single bed and an additional sofa bed, air conditioning, wardrobe, and desk, ideal for rest or remote work. • Playroom: Spacious area with a ping pong table for entertainment. • Bathroom: Private bathroom with bathtub.
Ground Floor • Living Room: Bright, comfortable space with sofas, TV, and sea views. • Kitchen: Fully equipped modern kitchen with quality appliances and indoor/outdoor dining options. • Workspace: Dedicated work area with high-speed 90 Mbps WiFi.
First Floor • Bedroom 2: Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with a bathtub and private sea-view balcony. • Bedroom 3: Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom with a bathtub and sea-view balcony access.
🌴 Outdoor Space Highlights & Amenities
• Private Swimming Pool: 11.36m x 3.10m (depth 1.60m) and a kids pool. • Children’s Pool: Integrated shallow section (2.05m x 3.10m, depth 0.80m). • Cretan Outdoor Living: Shaded seating, BBQ area, and outdoor dining table. • Beachfront Setup: Direct beach access, sunbeds, umbrellas, and outdoor shower. • Parking: Private, secure on-site parking.
📍 Prime Location in Kolymbari
Located right on Rapaniana Beach, the villa offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Enjoy peaceful surroundings with the sound of the sea, while Kolymbari village, with its authentic tavernas, is just a short 5-minute drive away. Ideal base for exploring western Crete.
• Beach: 2 min walk • Bakery & Coffee Shops: 400 m • Restaurants: 250 m • Supermarket: 550 m • Pharmacy: 1.5 km • Chania Center: 24 km • Kissamos Health Center: 21 min drive • Chania General Hospital: 26 min drive • Chania Airport (CHQ): 41.7 km • Heraklion Airport (HER): 162 km
🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
Within 15–30 Minutes: • Kissamos Port (15–20 mins): Departure point for Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa. • Platanias & Agia Marina (15–20 mins): Beach clubs, shopping, and nightlife. • Ancient Olive Tree of Vouves (20 mins): Over 3,000 years old with a small museum. • Falassarna Beach (25–30 mins): Famous for turquoise waters and sunsets. • Chania Old Town & Venetian Harbour (25–30 mins): Historic charm, dining, and iconic lighthouse.
Perfect Day Trips: • Falassarna Beach (45–50 mins): Expansive sandy beach with crystal-clear waters. • Elafonisi Beach (~90 mins): Unique pink sand and shallow lagoons. • White Mountains & South Coast (60–90 mins): Explore dramatic landscapes and quieter beaches. • Rethymno Old Town: Venetian architecture and charming harbor atmosphere.
The CreteVillas4u Advantage
🤝 Lowest Price Guarantee! Book with confidence, knowing you’re getting the best deal available through CreteVillas4U. 🛡️ Managed by CreteVillas4U | Experts in Cretan hospitality ensuring a seamless, high-quality stay.
To ensure a stress-free holiday experience, we will send you a link to our GuestGuide4u approximately two weeks prior to your arrival. This guide will include many details for the house, recommendations for local activities in Crete, suggested restaurants, and other helpful travel information.
🧳 Included Services •Welcome Basket: Filled with local Cretan treats upon arrival. •Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen change every 3-4 days. •24/7 Support: Managed by the dedicated CreteVillas4U team. •Professional Pool & Garden maintenance.
🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost) •Private Chef, Wine Tasting, Beauty Treatments, or Personal Training. •Car rentals and transfers (with exclusive guest discounts), sailing trips, guided tours, and private boat rentals. •Pre-arrival shopping service •Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call. .
1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 16:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 10:30 on the Departure Date. But in any case if you wish to arrive earlier or depart later than the mentioned hours feel free to contact us and we will fulfill your request if the villa is available with no extra cost. If your arrival will be delayed, you must contact us so that alternative arrangements can be made. If you fail to do so you may not be able to gain access to the Property. If you fail to arrive by midday on the day after the Arrival Date and you have not contacted us, we may treat the booking as having been cancelled by you.
2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not enter the property or stay overnight in the property. Any kind of Party for more than the people staying in the property must be informed prior booking the villa, which in some cases it might not be accepted and if accepted extra charge might apply. In case you do so, we can refuse to hand over the Property to you, or can require you to leave. We will treat any of these circumstances as a cancelation of the booking by you and we shall be under no obligation to refund you for any fees already paid to us in those circumstances. Any refund will be at our sole discretion.
3. Every effort has been made to ensure that you have an enjoyable and memorable holiday. If however, you have any cause for complaint it is important that action is taken as soon as possible. It is essential that you contact us if any problem arises so that it can be speedily resolved. It is often extremely difficult (and sometimes impossible) for us to resolve difficulties properly unless we are promptly notified. In particular, complaints of a transient nature(example: electric power issues, warm water is out etc.) cannot possibly be investigated unless you will let us know as soon as possible whilst you are in residence. Also after staying in the property for 48 hours and we have not received any message or email from you about any broken facilities/amenities in the property, we will hold the guest responsible for any damages caused and must be paid or replaced by the guest on spot.
4. Smoking is Not allowed in the properties so we request all of our guests not to smoke in the properties but to smoke outside on the exterior areas such us by swimming pools, balconies, verandas, patios or terrace
5. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. Cleaning and linnen change is done every 3/4 days. In case you wish for the villa to be cleaned more often, it’s possible for an extra charge.
6. Hot Tub/bathtub: No children under the age of 5 permitted in hot tubs at any time without adult supervision. When using the hot tub, remember there is a certain health risk associated with this facility. Use at your own risk. Our housekeepers drain, sanitize, refill and replenish chemicals in all tubs prior to your arrival therefore it may not be warm until later that evening.
7. Pool: The pool is not covered, built to the standards of the Greek Tourism Organization EOT. Parents have full responsibility for supervision of their minor children No children under the age of 12 permitted the pool at any time without adult supervision. When using the pool, remember there is a certain health risk associated with this facility. Use at your own risk.
8. Tenants agree to respect the property. In case of any damage that will be made, the tenants will have to pay the cost on the spot and before leaving the villa.
9. The owner agrees to provide a clean home, cleaned just before the arrival of tenants. Cleaning is done by us, changing towels and bed linen is included in the price.
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1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 16:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 10:30 on the Departure Date
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Property Registration Number 1042Κ91002966501
Property # 11056903
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is no 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
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
Kolymvari
Located in Platanias, this villa is near a water park and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Agia Marina Beach and Kalamaki Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Old Venetian Harbor.
Travelling with kids? Consider Golfland and Limnoupolis Water Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete - 30 min drive - 28.8 km
Falassarna Beach - 39 min drive - 31.9 km
Getting around
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Lounge Bar - 11 min walk
Alexandros Restaurant - 12 min walk
Μύλος Καφέ - 3 min drive
Symposium Buffet Restaurant - 11 min walk
Freshness - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beachfront villa w/Private Pool, ping-pong & BBQ have a pool?
Yes, this property has a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront villa w/Private Pool, ping-pong & BBQ?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront villa w/Private Pool, ping-pong & BBQ on 22 May 2026 start from NZ$871, 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 Beachfront villa w/Private Pool, ping-pong & BBQ pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beachfront villa w/Private Pool, ping-pong & BBQ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront villa w/Private Pool, ping-pong & BBQ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachfront villa w/Private Pool, ping-pong & BBQ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront villa w/Private Pool, ping-pong & BBQ located?
This family-friendly Platanias villa is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tavrontis Beach, Gonia Monastery and Orthodox Academy of Crete. German War Cemetery is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The villa, one of a group of 4, is well situated, and George, the owner, who proved to be an excellent host, lives in one. The villa is equipped to a very high standard, a welcome pack was included, and extremely well cleaned and maintained. I'd give it 5 stars, but the third bedroom is more suitable for children than adults, which might not suit a large group of adults. The beach along that stretch of coast is mostly pebble, so a pair of old trainers or beach shoes works well. Apart from that, we would very highly recommend the villa.
Gordon W W.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2025
Hi Gordon, and thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyest your stay and we hope to welcome you back to Crete soon! Best, Cretevillas4u tea,
Superb Building in a convenient but potentially busy region
I'll start with the positives (of which there were many):
The home is beautifully built and smartly finished/ furnished. It's one of 4 buildings in the small enclave - each with its own pool. 2 of the 4 (including the one that we stayed in) faces directly onto the beach.
The two main bedrooms upstairs are separated by a hallway, so there's privacy. Each has its own deck with view. The master bedroom bed is comfortable. But we found the other beds are thin and too firm. The WiFi signal is quite robust. There is a television with some English content.
George, who looks after the place (and lives in one of the other buildings), was always responsive and helpful. The place was meticulously clean, inside and out.
There were guests at the other two buildings, who we saw and heard, from time to time - so if you're looking for total privacy, be aware of this. Perhaps more importantly, be aware that down the beach, in both directions, are resorts, so there is a lot of foot traffic in front and in the laneway. There is also a waterpark down the lane. It was closed as we were early in the season, but I imagine it would cause some noise is high season.
The location is great, as you're only around a 35-minute drive to Chania, and 20 to Kissamos. Yet there are all necessary amenities in the small town(s) very close to you (restaurants, bakeries, grocery stores, etc). And if you're there on a Friday, don't miss the nearby market!
Overall, it was a great stay in a wonderful home!
Eric S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2023
Hello Eric and thank you for your kind comments. We are more than happy for your review and the fact that the whole experience was delightful. We try our best and we are glad that you enjoyed our services. We are looking forward to welcome you again in Crete. Best, Cretevillas4u team.
About the host
Hosted by Manos Dafermos
Hello there, I am Manos, owner and manager of CreteVillas4U. I have been in the hospitality sector long before CreteVillas4U, however. I was actually born, grew up, and spent most of my life in a hotel owned by my family. So, I guess it came as no surprise when I expressed my wish to study in Rhodes’ Tourism School and, later on, when I decided to start my own business in the sector. One thing I learned growing up in a family-run hotel is that hospitality is more than hotel management, logistics and operations. It is a culture, passing down from one generation to the next. You can study to be a hotel manager but you cannot study to be hospitable. I apply this philosophy in my business as well. The rule is simple: the guests of the villas I manage are my guests. As an active traveller, I expect nothing less myself. The fourth generation of Dafermos hoteliers has already been born. I know now that my two beautiful children will probably follow my steps, like I did before them. There is a small difference though: they are smarter, more educated, better (big smile).
CreteVillas4u Head Offices are located in Rethymnon , Crete, Lasithiou 1 Str. under the approval of the Greek Tourism Organization with License number: 1041E70000184301
All the best, Manos Dafermos
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