Title: Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=100378454&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete Villa in Apokoronas with an outdoor pool and a fitness center ## Photo gallery for Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete ![Outdoor pool - Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete (Vamos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100380000/100378500/100378454/959285a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete (Vamos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100380000/100378500/100378454/0ca6063e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo - Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete (Vamos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100380000/100378500/100378454/d6214c26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete (Vamos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100380000/100378500/100378454/ac0be053.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib - Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete (Vamos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100380000/100378500/100378454/e72ed249.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Atop a hilltop in North-Western Crete, VILLA MAQUIS is a haven for relaxation and making memories with family and friends. With modern luxury amenities like an elevator, 65’ LED tv, in- and outdoor music (streaming), 4 en-suite bedrooms with private terraces offering breathtaking views of the valley below. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning ## 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 Maquis, luxury stay on Crete If you are looking for a place to relax and build memories with family and friends, VILLA MAQUIS is the right place. Located on a hilltop (285m) the views are stunning. This new build (2023) luxury holiday house is located in North-Western Crete near the city of Chania. Villa Maquis is the home of Rudi and Nancy and exclusively for rent in the summer. Our holiday villa is WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY (elevator) and offers all modern luxury, 65’ LED tv, in- and outdoor music (streaming), 4 en-suite bedrooms with each private terrace and views, a salt water pool (12x3) a pool lounge area, separate dining area with BBQ, and several terraces to relax and enjoy the wonderful views and natural environment. The villa is integrated in its natural environment, without immediate neighbors on a plot of 4900m2\. The different levels of the terrain are separated with Sheppard style walls and the natural vegetation is kept. On the East side the plot is covered with wild thyme, sage, wild olive trees and Maquis from where the name of the villa originates. Enjoy Greek nature and the peace around it, relax in luxury!. This villa offers breathtaking views over the valley of Vamos and Gavalochori until the sandy beaches of Almyrida and Kalyves until the opposite side of the bay is Souda with the small islands of Marathi. On the East side the villa offers amazing and unobstructed views to mountains (2450m). The villa is located at 1,2 km from the center of VAMOS a reputaties original Greek village. A small drive of 5 km will take you to the cosy sandy beaches with lounge bars and small beach restaurants. The villa is in the middle between the cities Chania and Rethymnon. The holiday house is located at the end of a rural road in the province of APOKORONAS. This area is known for its green vegetation and the proximity of the white mountains which are covered with snow until the beginning of Mai. Our villa is perfect for building family memories while relaxing in luxury. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Gym - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82820000/82818500/82818487/e3b88a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Vamos - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8 Apokoronos - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=82818487&PinnedHotelID=82818487&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57733500/57733436/de256754.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Metapothia Gavalohori - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=57733436&PinnedHotelID=57733436&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83800000/83796700/83796664/8ae2c9ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Metapothia in Gavalohori Apokoronas - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill - Toys/Games [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=83796664&PinnedHotelID=83796664&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74256800/74256796/cfcb203d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Premium 6-people Villa with Private Pool! 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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 00002654423 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ## About the area Located in Apokoronas, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Port of Souda and Old Venetian Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Art of Living Glass Factory and Greek National Football Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling. [Visit our Apokoronas travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Apokoronas.dx6143330) [View more Villas in Apokoronas](https://www.expedia.ca/Apokoronas-Villas.d6143330-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.41787%2C24.19843&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qUR-X8_RP9f8fMj12SpxEtbbvj4=) Vamos, Xyrosterni ### What's nearby - ![Aerial drone photo of famous Venetian fortified islet of Souda featuring small chapel of Agios Nikolaos, Chania, Crete island, Greece](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6278302/d4eb882d-de8b-44f5-9ef7-6a0c70b22580.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Port of Souda 24 min drive \- 19.4 km - ![Lake Kournas, the only natural fresh water lake on Crete...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/3a0a496c-5f76-4e90-8163-bb16175b7296.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Kournas 25 min drive \- 17.5 km - Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori 4 min drive \- 1.6 km - Almyrida Beach 11 min drive \- 5.3 km - Agia Marina Beach 34 min drive \- 37.2 km ### Getting around - Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) 46 min drive ### Restaurants - Στου Μπανανα 12 min drive - Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) 3 min drive - KOHILI 12 min drive - Nektar 3 min drive - Παρασιά 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete have a pool? ### Is Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete? ### What time is check-out at Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete? ### Where is Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Maquis, luxury stay on Crete Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie K. Aug 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Dream! We spent 3 weeks in this magical place. Everything was perfect! We will definitely be back! The contact with Rudi was also great! ##### Melanie K. 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