[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free Villa in Apokoronas with private pool and kitchen ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33587400/33587317/w2345h1832x28y28-ac83d30c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33587400/33587317/c6ee88e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33587400/33587317/7c8c68b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33587400/33587317/2401defb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33587400/33587317/faea55fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free, you can look forward to a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this villa. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 62583 sq ft ## Popular amenities ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free ☀️ V.I.P. Villa Varvara in Almyrida is only 350m from the Sea ☀️ Renting a car is not necessary and Samaria Gorge - For Free❗️ 💙 Villa Varvara 💙 You will want to stay Forever 💙 Book your beautiful Holiday Villa in Almyrida. ☀️ ☀️ VILLA VARVARA ☀️ ☀️ More Privacy! More Space! More Safe! Better for you and the whole Family! The Best for Holidays! ☀️☀️ STOP DREAMING ☀️ ☀️ Action 🇬🇷 www.samariagorge.eu 🇬🇷 Action Only for our guests we will arrange the most beautiful walk in the Samaria Gorge - For Free If you dream of an ultimate island experience in Crete, look no further than this beautiful Villa: \- Villa Varvara (3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6 people) With large private swimming pool. For families which want to celebrate a holiday with 6 people, Villa Varvara is the perfect holiday Villa in Almyrida. Forget the early morning race to claim a lounger by the pool! Enjoy having your own large swimming pool, the BBQ and all the amenities that you will enjoy this summer vacation. Located in the cozy coastal town of Almyrida, staying in one of our beautiful properties, you will enjoy the Cretan lifestyle at its best. The smile of the locals and their warm sight are known for the typical Cretan hospitality that welcomes you to make this villa a clear holiday home for you. It is placed in an olive grove next to our V. I.P. Villa Varvara is just a five minute walk from the beautiful blue-flagged sandy beach and the center of the village called Almyrida, where you will find a variety of small family businesses that will meet your daily needs. From small taverns, ornate coffee shops, small grocery stores, local butchers, hairdressing salons, bowling, water sports and other activities, this small seaside village is ideal for anyone who wants to experience the Cretan lifestyle. The village of Almyrida is known as your home away from home and this is exactly what our team "Almyrida Villas" has to offer! We want the best vacation for you forever! Almyrida Villas team, also has the large Apartment Stella and the beautiful Villa Iannis for rent, has a touch of the Greek island structure, spacious covered living areas, large outdoor gardens with a private swimming pool that is ideal for every family with young children or friends trying to enjoy from a nice vacation. Upon entering the villas you will find a spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a bedroom with two single beds and a toilet. On the second floor you will find two more bedrooms, a large suite and a bedroom with a further four guests and a shared bathroom. All rooms in the Villas are air-conditioned and the Villa is equipped with Smart Internet TV, free wifi, washing machine, bed linen, towels, amenities. Heated water is available via solar and electrical energy. The outdoor area is very spacious, including a beautifully situated swimming pool, outdoor furniture, an outdoor BBQ facility and everything that makes your stay in our villas perfect. One can explore and relax around the mature gardens with many different trees and fruit trees. The grounds of this Villa are perfect for celebrating anniversaries, birthdays, special parties and weddings. The Villa Almyrida team is there to support your requests and offer you a relaxing holiday in Crete. Our extra services on request: Personal Luxury Travel Concierge Services Online travel advisor Property briefing and supervision of the stay Executive Real Estate Services V.I.P. transfers Personal transfers V.I.P. nightlife Car rental Valet & Cleaning Service Private hair styling and haircuts Exclusive catering Personal events 24 hour Help Service ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Pool loungers - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 shared bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 2,583 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33649900/33649834/06d0ef36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ☀️Villa Iannis ❤️ Almyrida-350m from Sea⛱️ Car not necessary❗️Free Samaria Gorge Almyrida - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=33649834&PinnedHotelID=33649834&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38090000/38086400/38086384/8e1d742e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bedroom Villa , Heated Pool, stunning sea & mountain views, close to beach. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 1057534 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Villa Varvara Almyrida 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now Villa Varvara 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now Varvara Almyrida 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now Varvara 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now Villa Varvara Almyrida 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now Villa Varvara 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now Varvara Almyrida 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now Villa Varvara 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now Varvara Almyrida 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now Varvara 350m Seaearly Booking 2019 Book Now ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.44590%2C24.20277&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ay7VGWgRuliFUhnuJ1jdc4DgiZQ=) Almyrida, Crete #### What's nearby - Almyrida Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Kalyves Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Art of Living Glass Factory - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - Koutalas Beach - 10 min drive - 4.6 km - Marathi Beach - 39 min drive - 31.5 km #### Getting around - Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Platia Café Bar - ‬15 min walk - ‪Elena Tavern - ‬5 min drive - ‪Atlantis Beach - ‬7 min walk - ‪Souvlakerie - ‬5 min drive - ‪Στου Μπανανα - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free located? > Located in the heart of Apokoronas, this villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Almyrida Beach, Kera, and Kalyves Beach. Art of Living Glass Factory and Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ☀️Villa Varvara❤️Almyrida⛱️ 350m from Sea❗️No car needed❗️Samaria Gorge-For Free Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 30 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsey M. Jun 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2nd stay at Villa Varvara Our 2nd time at this lovely Villa! Spacious accommodation, with spectacular views on the balconies. Walking distance to the beach and great restaurants and bars. Can highly recommend. ##### Lindsey M. Stayed 9 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert H., Perth,Scotland Jul 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Villa,we loved every minute there,would highly recommend!! This was our first family holiday in a few years and we could not off asked for a better place and villa,we loved having the pool to play in as the kids were never out it!,Almyrida is a lovely place for families and Villa Varvara was a excellent choice that we are glad we made!! ##### Robert H. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter G. Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful villa that just needs some TLC The villa is in a lovely location within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and beaches, only let down by the deafening flying crickets that surround it. The pool is a good size for a private villa and a uniform 1m deep. The villa is only let down by desperate need of some basic repairs. The one shower isn’t fit for purpose and is barely worth using; The bathroom sink plug doesn’t work, so shaving is challenging; the sofa is collapsed in the middle and unusable; our bedroom shutter wouldn’t close, so the room was bright from dawn. If a little money was spent, this villa could amazing. ##### Peter G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynda W. Jul 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great villa and area. Lovely Villa in fantastic location within 5 minutes walk of Almyrida. First time to Almyrida and would definitely come back. Abundance of good quality restaurants along the waterfront and the beach is great with very safe bathing. Villa is well equipped and has lovely private pool area and several balconies and terraces with mountain views. Hosts were very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended. ##### Lynda W. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsey M. Jun 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic stay at Villa Varvara We have just returned from a wonderful 10 night stay at Villa Varvara. We are a regular visitor to this area but have never stayed here before. The Villa is in a perfect location, 5min walk to the beach and lovely restaurants, perfect when you have little ones who get tired easily! We love the beach but also spent many a day relaxing around the fantastic private pool. The owners were very welcoming and we really can’t wait to return! ##### Lindsey M. Stayed 10 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth H. Sep 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A happy holiday!😁 Villa Varvara was lovely. Beautiful setting, gardens and pool area. The house is spacious, well equipped and there are so many balconies to enjoy every view around the villa. My .grandson (9) absolutely loved the pool and it was so good that it was all one depth, it made it so much safer.Almyrida is definite place to come back to. Beautiful beach, good choice of restaurants, but not too big! What else can I say? A brilliant holiday , lovely location, and well looked after. ##### Ruth H. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M. Sep 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely holiday Thank you. We stayed just a week but wish we had stayed longer. We had a lovely time, and the villa is in a great location, providing peace & quiet and only being 5 mins walk from the beach. If anything, the property description undersells the villa. The outdoor space is great for anytime of the day and the many balconies excellent for retreating to in the evenings with wonderful views of the mountains, which was an added bonus. The location is also only 15 mins walk from Plaka with all of its great places to eat. The host, Jan was very responsive in keeping us up to date with many recommendations. Thank you for giving us a lovely holiday. ##### John M. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Birke E. Sep 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Adult holiday week in Almyrida, Villa Varvara We visited Villa Varvara for a week and had absolutely great time touring the West side of the island and also some Mountain routes by car to East, based on our hosts’ reccommodations. They were unfortunately not able to greet us but as well them and other people responsible for the villa were so helpful and nice ❤️. We can recommend the villa for both; holiday with kids or without. If something we would Wish, would be the mattress toppers for beds 😊. Otherwise all was super 💎 Thank you! ##### Birke E. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie C. Jul 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Villa, Great location! Just home after 13 nights at the beautiful Villa Varvara. So much outside space and of course the pool. Surrounded by Olive trees, lemon trees, herbs, plants and flowers. Villa is in a fantastic location just outside the village of Almyrida. It truly is a 5 minute walk to the beach, restaurants, shops and water activities. Definitely do not need a car. Almyrida taxis are reliable and clean for airport transfers or a supermarket trip. Jan is a real treasure of a host and was thankfully forgiving of our clumsy teenager 😆 Would definitely recommend a stay! ##### Julie C. Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karon E. Aug 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay ! Our stay at Villa Vavara was a truly enjoyable experience. The villa is lovely, blending modern comfort with a cozy, welcoming feel. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-decorated, offering lovely views of the surrounding area. The outdoor space was a highlight for us. The private pool was a great place to relax, surrounded by lush greenery that provided a peaceful atmosphere. We spent a lot of time there, soaking up the calm and quiet that the villa offers. The location was also very convenient, giving us a sense of seclusion while still being close to local attractions and restaurants. It was easy to explore during the day and come back to the villa for some rest in the evenings. Villa Vavara is a wonderful place for a relaxing getaway. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a comfortable base for exploring the area, this villa has a lot to offer. We had a great time and would definitely consider returning in the future. ##### Karon E. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy P. Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great villa Wonderful villa, by far the best equipped villa we have ever had. The pool area was also well equipped with plenty of loungers and tables and chairs. Very convenient position as only a 5 minute walk to the bakery, shops and restaurants. The beach is sandy - ideal for the granddaughter who was 20 months old. The cot and high chair were excellent as well. We didn’t hire a car but the taxi service in the village is good. Overall I’d recommend this villa to anyone other than those with mobility problems as there are steps from the garden up to the pool area and more steps into the house. ##### Cathy P. Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andy S. Jul 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa Varvara,Almyrida,Crete Wow!! Where do I start? It’s actually much better than the description and the pictures do justice,it truly is a magnificent villa within a 5 minute walk of some of the finest restaurants I have ever eaten at,and the beaches are superb ( especially the little beach at the top of the village by the Tsunami cafe,at that beach is also fantastic for snorkelling.Lovely friendly locals and Jan our host is one of the nicest people we have ever met,the perfect host and was easily contactable when we had a small problem. People,go and visit this villa,you won’t be disappointed. Thanks Jan and the team for the perfect holiday. Andy & Family West Sussex England ##### Andy S. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane T. Sep 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Villa, Great Location Sept. 2023 Thank you Jan and Dimitra; also Kaiti and the team. We had an excellent stay. The first time having our own villa and pool, what a treat! The villa was beautifully decorated, spacious and very clean, with all the amenities. There was plenty of space outside for sunbathing around the lovely pool and also garden areas where we picked limes off the trees for our G & Ts. The area was private but only 5 minutes from a great choice of restaurants with the best food and a lovely beach area. All this was handy for us as we did not want to hire a car. We booked a taxi for a trip to Chania which was a lovely day out but there is also a bus service available. It was lovely to meet you Jan - what a great guy. Jane and Mark xx ##### Jane T. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lara l. Oct 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### STAY AT VILLA VARVARA Our 2nd stop on this trip to Greece, was Almyrida at Villa Varvara. Outstanding clean private local and accessible. We found it to be a great base for exploring the west side of Crete. the local shops and eateries near the property were just what we wanted small local excellent fare. Walking distance down to beach chairs and the ocean.The views from ALL the balconies of the property are breathtaking. We tried to spend a night on each one and found the back balcony looking at the mountains to be our favorite. Excellent bedding and water pressure for baths and shower. PRIVATE!! we loved the kitties that came to visit. GREAT communication and direction from the Hosts. FULL KITCHEN made some dinners at home was great. The pool had ample chairs and outside amenities. We recommend that you choose a car that is small to mid compact in order to park on the private driveway. We rec host describe this in listing if you came in a jeep it would not work.Easy access with getting into the property. We would rebook here. We were only two in the house so one full bath worked out. The 2nd 1/2 bath is not he first floor and makes for good access. Come to Alymrida and stay at Villa Varvara. ##### lara l. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoff F. Nov 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy ##### Geoff F. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nigel p. Sep 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Lovely relaxing time Just had a lovely family stay, which close to beach and restaurants, so could all just chill out. ##### nigel p. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirk M. Jul 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family holiday- fantastic location Excellent villa in a fantastic location. Couldn't aak for anything better. 5 minute walk to beach ##### Kirk M. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### pierre r. Jul 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magnifique villa La villa est magnifique, tres bien placée, à 5min à pieds des commerces,restaurants et plages. Et la piscine est très agréable. La communication est parfaite. Encore merci pour tout ##### pierre r. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke S. Aug 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic! We had a lovely time and we were treated really well. The location was perfect being only a short walk from the beach and restaurants, while being in a quiet area. The villa was well appointed and spacious with all we needed. Thanks Jan and team! ##### Luke S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zenna P. Sep 13, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time in Greece House is fabulous and really well located so you don’t need a car if happy to stay local. Loved our time here ##### Zenna P. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Giuseppe M. Aug 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Very nice villa. Great intercourse with the property. Air conditioning was down in one room and was replaced in 48 hours!! ##### Giuseppe M. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bettina A. Aug 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sehr schön xxx ##### Bettina A. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie M. Oct 18, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Like paradise Super house, super garden mit Pool- what do you need more for making holidays? The villa fulfilled the description up to 100 %. Surrounded by olive trees we heard sometimes sheep bells and we enjoyed the extraordinary view from the different balconies. Because of the pool, bigger than expected, our children did not want to leave the property, only for eating ice-cream.😀. Jan & Dimitra supported very helpful our special wishes concerning the logistics of hiking in Crete. It could not be better. We would love to come back. ##### Stephanie M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. Sep 14, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great holiday Thank you Jan and Dimitra, also Kaiti and the team, we had a lovely holiday. We really liked the Villa Varvara! We had never stayed in our own villa with our own pool before, so it was a real treat. Communication beforehand while booking etc was excellent. Arrangements to access the property were clear. Everything was very clean and had been prepared carefully with Covid precautions. The one double and two twin rooms were perfect for our family. We enjoyed the various balconies particularly the 'mountain view terrace' as we called it where my wife and I had our , morning coffee and cake each day looking out to the White Mountains. We all really enjoyed the pool which was a good size and really clean. Plenty of terrace chairs and loungers. Jan, Dimitra, Kaiti and colleagues were really helpful, and kind. Sadly we are not able to come to Crete every year but would definitely revisit Villa Varvara if circumstances allow. Thank you. ##### David S. Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### dawn r., Cheshire Aug 27, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic holiday The villa was spacious, bright, well equipped and the air con in each room was very welcomed. Lovely pool area and good WiFi if needed. Thank you for the prompt help from the villas team. ##### dawn r. 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