AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE

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A poolside area with outdoor seating, a stone wall, and a building with a chimney.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with a canopy, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small shelf with a book and a vase.
A stone-walled room with a fireplace, a stone bench, a wooden coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.
A stone-walled room with a fireplace, a wooden bench, a sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Sgourokefali, Crete
  • Place, Watercity Waterpark
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Minos-Miliarikis Winery
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Palace of Knossos
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 single beds, balcony airco/heating, sat tv,wifi(15sq.m).

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

double bed ,airco/heating , sat tv terrace (access to pool)

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

double bed,sofa bed,child bed,cot,airco/heating, sat tv,wifi

1 Double Bed, 1 Double Futon, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 washing machine, wc, hairdryer, jacuzzi.

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2 Hydromassage bath, wc, hairdryer

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Hersonissos

Located in Hersonissos, this villa is near theme parks and near a water park. Palace of Knossos and Shrine at Anemospilia are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heraklion Port and Minos-Miliarikis Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Star Beach Water Park, or check out an event or a game at Freedom National Stadium. Jet skiing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Sgourokefali, Crete

What's nearby

  • Watercity Waterpark - 14 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Minos-Miliarikis Winery - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Karteros Beach - 19 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Dinosauria Park - 19 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Palace of Knossos - 20 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Η Άμπελος - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Paladium - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Veggera Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kassakis Cold Cuts Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Αρμενάκης (Armenakis Greek & Cretan Restaurant) - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE ?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE on 14 October 2027 start from NZ$3,451, 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 AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is AGRIELIA VILLA FAMILY - FRIENDLY VILLA IN HERAKLION CRETE located?

Set in Hersonissos, this family-friendly villa is within 9 mi (15 km) of Watercity Waterpark, Dinosauria Park and Karteros Beach. Palace of Knossos and Nikos Kazantzakis Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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We really enjoyed our 2 night stay here. Spent lots of time in the pool and outside area, where there is a table we played games at. We didn’t cook, but you could have a nice meal outside. Loungers next to pool were great for reading, relaxing, and you can move chairs to get more or less sun. Very private, even in back by pool. Air conditioning worked well. Need a car to get anywhere, but it’s not far to get to town/beach. I would return here for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is an absolutely charming house bursting with character but at the same time very practical to live in. It is as pretty as the photographs suggest. There has obviously been careful thought as to what visitors would need in the house to make the stay enjoyable.We found it to be quiet with just the normal life of a village going on around us. In particular we loved the completely private pool with a lovely view, and the front courtyard, which ensured there was always somewhere sunny or shady, depending on your needs.Stelios was particularly helpful with recommendations both before and during our visit.It is quite possible with a car to visit as far west as Rethimno, East to Agios Nikolaos (we liked Kritsa with it's crafts and frescoes) and as far south as Phaestos, which I preferred to Knossos as it was so much more atmospheric.Heraklion itself is an easy 25 minute drive and the port carparks always had spaces, were inexpensive, and an easy walk to the old town and fantastic museum.All in all a lovely base to visit that part of Crete.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful Stay

Property is lovely and in a great location if you hire a car, as we did. Host was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect Villa on Crete

The Villa is wonderful, the host is a gracious gentlemen. The Villa is beautiful and has everything you need for a wonderful tranquil stay. We highly recommend this Villa for your next trip to Crete. Thank you Stelios!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely house near Heraklion

It is a very lovely house, very well situated to visit Heraklion and other sites in the center of Crete. Altough the house is in a village, it is very calm. Stelios, the owner, is very gentle and answers queries. We would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great experience!!!

Absolute stunning house in the middle of a little Greek village. Everything was just perfect - so quiet and within beautiful Cretan nature. For trips to the beach or shopping tours you definitely will need a car but then you can expect a perfect stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely, mostly quiet and peaceful

Stelios and his family met us at the property and showed us around. The villa is lovely with a perfect small pool, clean tidy and well provisioned. There was a religious festival one day and the neighbours were playing music late into the night - the rest of the week all was quiet and peaceful. A couple of small problems were sorted out quickly and efficiently by Stelios after an exchange of What’sApp messages. Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Recommended

Stelios and Maria were very welcoming and always available if we needed anything. The accommodation offered us everything we needed and was well located for trips to the beach, Heraklion and the airport. Some good recommendations from Stelios so try those out. We had welcome gifts when we arrived and Stelios’ parents next door also kindly dropped in some fruit. Enjoy the sounds of the countryside and the cicadas and make the booking. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful two weeks, no complaints at all!

We have just returned from Villa Agrielia after having a wonderful and relaxing 14 days holiday. Many thanks to our hosts Stelios, Maria and family for your friendliness and hospitality helping us to enjoy our stay. The villa is beautifully decorated in a traditional stone wall and wooden ceiling style situated in a quiet village. It is an ideal base for exploring if you so wish, but car is essential if you are out every day. We made use of the bikes riding to Episkopi on several occasions and found people so friendly they really make you feel at home. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to recommend the villa to family and friends.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Relaxing rural retreat

We loved our stay at Villa Agreilia. It is large, very comfortable, well-equipped, and the pool and terrace area are stunning. Thoughtful provision of some fresh eggs, water, olive oil and raki. Extremely good and easy communication before and throughout our stay. Stelios also sent many excellent recommendations (shops, restaurants, beach clubs etc). You definitely need a car but it is easy to get around and Villa Agreilia made the perfect base for exploring the north of the island. Very conveniently located for Heraklion airport (20 mins drive). We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a stay here and were very sad when our holiday came to an end. Yamas Stelios and Maria!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful Villa

We had the most wonderful week at the Villa, we could have stayed longer very easily. It offered everything we needed. You absolutely need a car but the neighbouring villages have lovey little restaurants and mini fruit and veg shops. Lidl is only 18 minutes drive and has everything you need. The Cicada beach bar / restaurant / sunbeds was amazing well worth a visit and again only 15 mins away Our hosts were incredible, super responsive and offered recommendations of restaurants, bars and beaches and ordered us taxis on departure. We would love to return Best Michelle
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing villa

My mom is from Crete and i have been many times. We have always stayed with family in Heraklion. This time we decided to rent a villa in a more quiet part of Heraklion. The villa was amazing and was exacttay as described. I loved the stone architecture throughout the villa and differently fit with the old world theme of the village. It was very spacious and my kids enjoyed the pool while I enjoyed the view. Village was small and quiet. Exactly what i was looking for. Far away from the main city but still close enough to get to the center and the beaches. Property manager, Stellios
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Mrs Claire Scott

On arrival we were greeted by the wonderful Stelios & Maria. Welcome goodies where ready for us & the owners showed us around. They were more than helpful to advise local authentic restaurants & places to visit. The Mini-market had all we needed just a few minutes from the Villa. The bikes were ready & any problems, Stelios was on hand to sort. This Villa was so beautiful inside & maintained to a very high standard throughout. I can highly recommend for a relaxing break. Thankyou for the most relaxing break I have had in years!!!! Car recommend. Thanks so much I will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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July Crete 2024

The house is exactly as shown in the photos. The owner met us on arrival and showed us how everything worked. He and his wife had also left enough food for us to eat that night as our flight was in very late and the shops were closed. The property is very beautiful and private. You definitely need a car to get there and travel around. The surrounding village has supermarkets and a bakery. There are also several cafes and restaurants. It is only about 20 mins from the airport which was very handy. The villagers were very friendly and helpful. I know another reviewer mentioned the cicadas, which are very noisy but they are very noisy all over Crete so hard to avoid.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A very quiet and peaceful stay. Villa is located 20 mins inland from the airport. You need a car to access as its located in a small village at the top of a very steep hill. However acces is simple, one long very well yarmaced road.The villa is very well restored in traditional stone and restored to a high level. Air con is in all bedrooms, but not downstairs in the living room /dinner or kitchen. But because it’s solid stone downstairs, it’s always cool.The outlook to the rear is tranquil and the view is of the surrounding countryside The villa is not overlooked and private. The host - Stelios is a friendly nice guy. He met us on arrival and provided water, eggs and wine FOC for our first night. He only came agin when the cleaners came to change the beelined, towels and clean around. He is always available via WhatsApp if requiredOverall a very pleaaant ans relaxing stay - but having a car is a must
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The villa is beautiful. It is very well equipped with everything we needed - we really couldn't fault it! It's very spacious, with seating areas outside at the front, back and on the balcony, so there's always a sunny spot (or shady spot if you prefer!). The beds are very comfortable, and all the bedrooms have air conditioning so it's very pleasant even in the height of summer. The pool is a great size and provided so much fun for us all. Stelios, the host, is so friendly and helpful!The village of Sgourokefali is lovely and quiet, and the locals are very friendly. It has a very small minimart with basic groceries, and a bakery selling fresh bread and delicious fresh pastries, so you don't really need to leave the village! Episkopi is a 30 mins walk away where there are more shops including 2 larger supermarkets, a taverna and a lovely (and very reasonably priced) restaurant which we ate at quite a few times.We decided not to hire a car, but on the days we did leave the village, we used a taxi, which cost between 40-60 EUR each way to places like Knossos, Heraklion and Water City. It was easy to get a taxi at Heraklion airport when we arrived, even though there were 5 of us. The same taxi driver gave us his number and we messaged him on Whatsapp when we needed a taxi during our stay, and I'm sure others would do the same.We would definitely stay here again, and would recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Ein wunderschönes Haus auf zwei Etagen mit Pool. Es hat alles gepasst. Der Vermieter war überaus freundlich und hilfsbereit. Drei Tage vor der Anreise habe ich bereits 40 WhatsApp bekommen mit den Hinweisen auf Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und guten Gaststätten. Und vor allen Dingen das GoogleMaps mit den Anreisedaten zum Haus. So war es ganz einfach dort hinzufinden. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Es war ein wunderschöner Urlaub.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wir waren mit 5 Personen im August 2026 in der Villa.Die Villa ist sehr schön und geräumig und ein sehr schöner aussenbereich.Sehenwürdiken sind mit dem Auto gut zu erreichen. Stelios und seine Frau haben uns super Empfangen und unsere Fragen wärend des Aufenthaltes immer sofort Beantwortet. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wir haben einen wunderschönen Urlaub. In einer gepflegten und gut ausgestatteten Unterkunft erlebt. Abseits des Massentourismus in einem süßen, kleinen und authentischen kretischen Bergdorf. Stelios war als Vermieter stets ansprechbar, interessiert und hat sich regelmäßig nach unserem Wohlergehen erkundigt.Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Uitstekende locatie voor een aangenaam en rustig verblijf op Kreta. Alle faciliteiten zijn hiervoor aanwezig en de begeleiding en ondersteuning van eigenaar Stelios zijn buitengewoon!Een echte aanrader voor wie een zorgelozen vakantie op Kreta wil doorbrengen in een rustig dorp waar je alle voorzieningen kan aantreffen en van waaruit je makkelijk alle mooie plekjes in midden-Kreta kan bereiken. Heraklion stad en de kust (met tal van aantrekkelijke beaches) zijn op 20 minuten te bereiken met de wagen.Evengoed kan je er op de locatie zelf zonnebaden van 's morgens vroeg in een ongestoorde omgeving en met volledige privacy.Dikke pluim voor onze gastheer Stelio!Kaatje en Erwin
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Alles Top! Wunderschönes gepflegtes Haus in ruhiger Lage. Mit dem Auto war alles relativ gut erreichbar und Stelios hat sich vor und während des Aufenthaltes sehr viel Mühe gegeben und war auch jederzeit erreichbar! Gerne wieder :)
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Persönlicher und herzlicher Empfang von Stelios (Anreise Sonntag Abend 22 Uhr!), Tolle Unterkunft mit üppiger Ausstattung. Handtücher, Badetücher, Bettwäsche & voll ausgestattete Küche. Klimaanlagen in den Schlafzimmern & WLAN Empfang waren top. Stelios war immer unkompliziert per WhatsApp erreichbar und war wirklich sehr bemüht uns einen schönen Aufenthalt und Urlaub zu bescheren. Danke Stelios für die hervorragende Kommunikation !
Außenbereich Pool
Außenbereich Pool
Blick in die Landschaft
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

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Disliked: Location

prima locatie

een verblijf om vandaar uit Kreta te ontdekken
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Sehr empfehlenswert

Objekt war genauso und besser als abgebildet. Vermieter immer ansprechbar und hilfreich. Nichts auszusetzen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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