Traditional Stone Village House with Private Pool, Near to Chania and Beaches
Villa Oraia is a charming old stone village house in the village of Kefalas, on the Apokoronas peninsula. Bright and spacious, this stylish house has been tastefully restored in a traditional Cretan style.
The house is nestled in the centre of the village, surrounded by other whitewashed stone houses. It is 10 minutes drive from the beautiful Apokoronas beaches of Almyrida and Kalyves. The village of Kefalas is very quiet and tranquil but has two lovely tavernas and a mini market. It is a wonderful base for summer holidays near to the sea and also for exploring the historic town of Chania, about 30 minutes drive away. The stunning coastline and charming surrounding towns and villages offer a wide range of things to see and do throughout the year.
The house has three bedrooms and is furnished in a simple rustic Greek style, offering a charming and tranquil base during your stay on this beautiful island. The layout is spacious and has an open-plan feel.
Living area: there is a large living room with TV (English channels) and DVD player. The wood burning stove provides extra heat in the winter. The living room leads through a large stone arch to the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is fully equipped and has an electric oven with a ceramic hob and fridge freezer. There are large doors from the kitchen and dining area that open onto a sunny seating area and garden. To the rear there are doors to a shady courtyard with a table and chairs, perfect for a leisurely breakfast.
Bedrooms: Each of the three bedrooms (two double and one twin) has been simply and thoughtfully decorated in keeping with the traditional feel of the rest of the house. Upstairs there are two bedrooms, which share a shower room. The master bedroom is upstairs and has a super king sized bed. There is further double bedroom with a king-sized bed and a small private balcony. There is also a small utility area with a washing machine and access to a large roof terrace that wraps around the rear of the building. Downstairs there is a bathroom with an en suite bathroom and shower.
Garden: At the front of the house, the Mediterranean garden is sunny and secluded and has a lovely private swimming pool (3m x 5m). There is a shady courtyard with a further seating area to the rear of the house. There is also a large roof terrace with views over the White Mountains.
There is s small parking area at the house and also parking on the road outside the house on a quiet village road.
ESL number 1047995.001
Property manager
Emma and David Mann
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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About the area
Apokoronas
Located in Apokoronas, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Agios Nikolaos Fort and Ancient City of Aptera are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Souda and Dourakis Winery. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling.
Kefalas, Crete
What's nearby
Almyrida Beach - 16 min drive - 7.5 km
Lake Kournas - 18 min drive - 15.0 km
Kalyves Beach - 24 min drive - 12.0 km
Port of Souda - 25 min drive - 22.4 km
Georgioupolis Beach - 29 min drive - 18.1 km
Getting around
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Obrosgialos - 11 min drive
Costanita - 8 min drive
Atlantis Beach - 9 min drive
Platia Café Bar - 10 min drive
Gavalianos Kafenes - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Traditional Stone Village House with Private Pool, Near to Chania and Beaches have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Traditional Stone Village House with Private Pool, Near to Chania and Beaches pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Traditional Stone Village House with Private Pool, Near to Chania and Beaches?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Traditional Stone Village House with Private Pool, Near to Chania and Beaches?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Traditional Stone Village House with Private Pool, Near to Chania and Beaches located?
This family-friendly Apokoronas holiday home is located by the sea, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Art of Living Glass Factory and Almyrida Beach. Koutalas Beach and Kera are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We stayed here for our wedding in Chania, i feel in love with the villa and its quirky/rustic style. A perfect mix of english and Greek, beds comfortable and my favourite thing was waking up and sitting in the garden,court yard or balony with coffee. My two boys love the pool and the 'sercet passage way' as tgey called it as the villa has a private court yard/exit. Hosts were lovely. The area is so quiet and peaceful. I was so sad to leave and will be back again for an anniversary.
We had an amazing two weeks at Villa Oriai. The house is stunning and suited our family perfectly. The village is beautiful and everyone is very friendly. The two tavernas had lovely food and were always busy with a great atmosphere. Our favourite was in the square, which also does takeaway. A car is essential, we didn’t have one and the taxis were very expensive to get anywhere. The two shops had everything we needed but if we had a car we would have shopped in a larger supermarket to
save a bit of money. One suggestion would be to have plastic glassware for the garden.
If you are looking for a quiet place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of tourists then this is the perfect house. We had the most relaxing holiday in a gorgeous house. Thank you both
Séjour agréable mais la semaine où nous étions était pluvieuse et ressenti humide dans la maison. Pas d’accueil physique . Voisinage peu communicant et pas très agréable .Petite piscine sympa mais que nous n’avons pas utilisée du fait du mauvais temps. Terrasse agréable pour le petit déjeuner . Environs appréciables notamment Vamos avec une taverne à recommander (I Sterna Tou Mploumosifi).
Beaucoup de charme dans cette maison au calme où nous avons séjourné trois semaines
Tous les espaces extérieurs et intérieurs sont propices à de belles vacances
This is a perfect house in a great location. The house is beautiful and very comfortable - with super comfy beds, AC in the main two bedrooms and different outside seating areas (the patio at the back of the house is a perfect spot for breakfast and morning coffee, as it's shaded and cool).
The layout of the house was also perfect for us - with two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs and the third bedroom with en suite downstairs. It was ideal for our family of four + grandparents who came with us.
We also loved the location - the village of Kefalas is absolutely perfect. It's quiet and far enough from the noisy touristy areas, but at the same time it has three lovely tavernas and two little shops, so it's super convenient and lively enough. You can walk to the shop in the morning to get your fresh bread and then go out for a lovely dinner in the evening.
Emma was also super responsive and made us feel welcome with a complimentary bottle of wine and water waiting for us in the fridge. :-) We can't wait to be back!
Kasia G.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
6/10 Okay
Terje B.
2 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Familieferie i Kefalas
Nydelig hus, koselig hage. Vi var 6 voksne , og forventet utifra omtalen 3 soverom m aircondition. Detbviste seg at ett av rommene var uten aircondition og vifte. Man måtte også gå gjennom ett av de andre soverommene for å komme til bad og toalett. Synes dette dro ned opplevelsen for vår del. Litt langt til OK strand. Ellers hyggelig landsby med svært god taverna, nabolandsbyen Vamos kan anbefales.
Terje B.
10/10 Excellent
luis q.
3 October 2018
Ein sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Anwesen.
Sehr geräumiges Haus mit kleinem Pool. Leider grenzt Pool genau an das Nachbarhaus (müsste durch eine "grüne" Wand" abgedeckt werden.Ein nettes kleines Dörfchen mit einem sehr guten Restaurant.
luis q.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
8/10 Good
CECILE v.
18 September 2018
Superbe maison restaurée avec goût et dans le plus pur style crétois
Nous avons passé ici 2 semaines top. Nous nous sommes sentis ici comme à la maison !. Les différents espaces extérieurs sont très bien pensés et aménagés. La petite courette ombragée par une pergola recouverte de vigne derrière la maison est un plus quand il fait très chaud. Il ne manque rien au niveau équipement et la déco nous a enchanté. Les chambres sont spacieuses, la maison est au calme et les tavernes du village sont très agréables.le jardin est bien agencé, fleuri et le jasmin dégage un doux parfum.
Très bon contact avec la propriétaire qui est disponible et à l écoute, parfait.
Location que je recommande à tous.
Tout petite réserve sur le portail extérieur dont le bois est vieillissant et que nous avons trouvé abimé à notre retour après nous être absenté 2 jours.
Merci
CECILE v.
10/10 Excellent
Louise S., England
24 June 2018
Beautiful house in a gorgeous Cretan village
My partner and I had a wonderful and relaxing stay at this home from home and were sad to leave. The house is furnished to a high standard with lots of interesting trinkets and art work scattered around. Everything was spotlessly clean on our arrival and the beds are so comfy! We had the best sleep! Kefalas village has two lovely tavernas where you can choose a good variety of home cooked food. There are two shops too, where you can buy an assortment of items.
We really enjoyed the homely feel of the house and loved being part of the local community during our stay. Highly recommend!