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Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities

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Pool
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Terrace/patio
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Heated pool
    Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Melidoni, Chania
  • Place, Agios Nikolaos Fort
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalyves Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Georgioupolis Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities

Villa Aridane is located in the small village of Melidoni in the Apakoronas region of Western Crete. Set in picturesque countryside with olive groves and views of the White Mountains, the house is close to the region's beautiful beaches, traditional villages and lively markets. Here you can enjoy authentic Crete in an idyllic setting - an ideal place to relax and explore!

The villa is built from traditional quarry stone and offers plenty of space for four people with two bedrooms, a living room, large balcony and terrace.

On the ground floor are the kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom and guest toilet with shower. The living room and the very large balcony are on the first floor. The first bedroom has a double bed. The second bedroom has two single beds. Both bedrooms have their own air conditioning and patio doors to the garden. The living room is on the first floor of the house and has two exits to the large balcony. From the balcony you have fantastic views of the White Mountains, the bay of Souda and the beach of Georgioupoli.

The house is surrounded by a beautiful garden. The terrace is just above the pool in front of the house. Next to the house there is a bricked barbecue. The pool is 4m*8m.

The villa has a heating pump and a photovoltaic system so that during the sunny summer months electricity for the air conditioning and hot water are generated in an environmentally friendly way using only solar energy.

Bed linen, towels and pool towels are included in the price. The house is cleaned and linen changed every 4 days.

We invite you to visit our website www.ariadne-melidoni.com to see more photos and learn more about our villa and the area.

Melidoni is a small village with no bus connections. You will therefore need a hire car in any case.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 00003035817
Property # 5562107
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

About the area

Apokoronas

Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in a rural area. Old Venetian Harbor and Agioi Apostoloi Beach are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Georgioupolis Beach and Nea Chora Beach. Art of Living Glass Factory and Maritime Museum of Crete are also worth visiting.
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Melidoni, Chania

What's nearby

  • Agios Nikolaos Fort - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Kalyves Beach - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Dourakis Winery - 17 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Almyrida Beach - 19 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Georgioupolis Beach - 20 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ψησταριά Άννα Σουβλάκι - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taverna Aptera - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Platanoz Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Σουβλατζιδικο "Η Χρυσούλα - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪coffee road despina - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Ariadne: pool and mountain views?

As of 11 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Ariadne: pool and mountain views on 1 November 2026 start from NZ$443, 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 Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Villa Ariadne - Stylish vacation home with all amenities located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 9 miles (15 km) of Agios Nikolaos Fort, Samonas Cave and Samonas Olive Tree. Kalyves Beach and Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clément D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house with breathtaking views on the mountains and over the sea. The pool was great and the surroundings were amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Villa

Stunning setting and very pretty villa. Well equipped and perfect for a peaceful get away surrounded by beautiful authentic Cretan villages and nature.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred H.

Excellent base for exploring western Crete and the White Mountains.

Great for hiking the White Mountains.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Pleased you enjoyed your stay in Villa Ariadne .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay in Crete

The property is beautiful, charming, and suited our group very well. Our hosts were friendly and helpful. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really beautiful property in a nice quiet location. Nice tavernas in driving distance in local untouristy villages. Very nice sized pool. House was spotlessly clean and has everything you need. Great recommendations from host on what to do in the local area which we just followed for the week were there. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Villa & Setting

We had a wonderful visit! Really enjoyed the view, pool, roof deck, local villages, nearby restaurants and evening walks in the surrounding hillside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad Boyack B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Hosts, Beautiful Home

Beautifully located in the foothills of Crete, but close to villages where you can shop for food, go to beaches, or find a nice taverna with traditional food. It was the highlight of our trip to Crete!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penelope S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene mountain getaway

We loved being away from it all but with adventures nearby.. beaches, hiking, biking, small villages with excellent dining and historical value. An excellent option after hopping from island to island for some downtime .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

Great property in a peacful and stunning location. Local shop just a short drive away, we were also able to visit local towns on the north and south coast of Crete. Fabulous tavernas close by made this a great holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

A beautiful property, in a wonderful location

We had a wonderful week in this beautiful property. The house (and its garden/pool) were perfect, and the location was delightful (we enjoyed walking up into the hills/mountains directly from the house). We would highly recommend this property and very much hope to return for a holiday here ourselves in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you for your review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we would be more than happy to welcome you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stone villa

Wonderful stone villa, very calm and quite place to relax surrounded by green spaces, far reaching views and beautiful pool. Very nice, friendly and helpful owners. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic location

We enjoyed a wonderful relaxing week, swimming in the pool and exploring local countryside. The villa has everything that you need, and Stavros gave us lots of useful advice when we arrived on where to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A True Oasis

The property had everything as promised in the listing. It is a lovely property
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Great experience
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing fortnight

absolutely stunning view if you don’t mind being in the mountains. the stone house was very clean, modern and up to date. also well maintained . it was an amazing holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marilena R.

Amazing

The villa was stunning! The location and views of the sea and White Mountains were second to none! The villa was tastefully furnished and very well equipped. Could not find any fault with it and would highly recommend a stay there.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oswald the cat

Fantastic villa in a beautiful setting . Pool was amazing and very clean we swam everyday . Enjoyed the veranda at night watching the stars . The local cat was such lovely company too . Thanks Samantha and Jerry for making us so welcome .
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stone-built house in spectacular mountain location

My wife and I plus our son and his girlfriend stayed for several nights in mid Spring and loved it. Strategic mountain location for Chania and Rethymnon and also close to road over White Mountains to Sfakia. Driving the final stretch from Pemonia to Melidoni is quite hairy so do take care!! Beautifully managed by Susanne and photos fully do the house justice. Marvelous crockery set and great welcome package!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ainsley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace & tranquility in the mountains

We very much enjoyed our stay at Villa Ariadne, which was well equipped with everything you might need. Admittedly, the drive to reach the villa is quite hairy but you are rewarded with spectacular views, peace and a cool climate (2-3oC cooler than the coast). The pool was perfect for a dip and the villa sympathetically decorated. We frequently visited Kalyves and enjoyed meals in Vamos. Susanne and Marianna were incredibly responsive to all our queries - they couldn't have been more helpful. A lovely, peaceful and authentic stay in Crete.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Buck D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Place

There is something magical about relaxing by the pool while looking at the snow on the mountain peaks and then turning and seeing the Aegean in the distance. The hosts were wonderful and made us feel welcome without being obtrusive. The quiet at night was a peaceful respite after our time in Athens. We hope to return as the fates allow.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil haven

Exceptional clean villa in beautiful, peaceful surroundings with home from home amenities. A car is essential for visiting this beautiful island. Lovely tavernas in nearby villages. The owner provided lots of recommendations for places to eat and visit. The host Stravos was very informative recommending places to visit. Fabulous pool a must for a very hot 10 day stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house

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Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa with stunning view

Our stay was wonderful. Jeremy and Sam are great hosts. They warmly welcomed us to the villa and gave us a tour. They told us about the area - where to find great restaurants, grocery stores and local sights to see. The villa is amazing with a beautiful view of the mountains. It has plenty of outdoor space for relaxing and a beautiful pool. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

François P.

Splendid property in an outstanding environment

The property is gorgeous...brand new but full of charm and authentic house. Many places, patios , terrace where you can stay in or around the villa , enjoying the landscape and the pool. Housekeeping perfect, very warm welcome and advices from Stavros. Many restaurants not far from Melidoni but you need a car. Really nice stay in Ariadne strongly contributing to outstanding holidays in Crete
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

We had a wonderful time at this villa. Up in hills and away from it all you really get a feel for authentic western Crete. Easy to get to Chania, Chora Svakion etc but far enough away from the hustle and bustle to relax and enjoy the peaceful location. Pool was immaculate and the village Tavernas nearby were a joy. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

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