Villa Afroditi near CHQ with Summer Pool, Wi Fi, Souda Bay Views, Garden Oasis

Please read about the mandatory Greece's Tourist Tax before you book!

There is one extra cost that is NOT included in the price shown here.

Greece charges a government tourist tax on every hotel and rental in the country, called the Climate Crisis Resilience Fee.

Because of the way this property connects to the booking site, the site does not collect this tax, and the price you see does not include it. Whatever the platform shows as "taxes and fees" does NOT cover this charge.

This is not income for us. It is only the government's tax, passed on exactly as it is set. We charge it to your card ahead of your stay, so there is nothing to pay, sign, or hand over when you arrive. You receive an official receipt.

The amount is set by the government, per night, for the whole villa, not per person:

15 EUR a night from April to October

4 EUR a night from November to March

It is one flat amount for the whole villa, the same however many of you stay, and the money goes to Greece's national fund for climate and disaster recovery.



Check in is by self check in using a secure keybox, which lets you arrive on your own schedule without waiting for anyone. We send clear step by step instructions before arrival, and a member of our team is always reachable by message if you would like any help during check in. If you would prefer a personal welcome instead, let us know in advance and we will arrange to greet you in person where possible.

Check in is self check in via a secure keybox just outside the villa. We send step by step instructions and the code before arrival, and ask you to scramble the code afterwards. Standard check in is from 4:00 PM and checkout is by 10:00 AM, earlier or later sometimes possible on request. Quiet hours follow Greek law: 3:00 to 5:30 PM and 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM from April to September, and 3:30 to 5:30 PM and 10:00 PM to 7:30 AM from October to March. Please keep music and gatherings low then. Electricity and air conditioning are included. Please switch off the AC and other heavy appliances when you are out. Stays of seven nights or more include a free weekly clean and full linen change. If anything is not right, message us during your stay so we can put it right. At checkout, please run the dishwasher, switch off lights and AC, close the windows and doors, take rubbish to the nearby municipal bins, and return the keys to the keybox. Guests follow Greek law and the platform's terms.

Cleaning and service: Stays of seven (7) nights or more include a free weekly refresh: floors mopped, rubbish out, and all bed, bathroom and towel linen changed, at a time we agree with you. Prefer no one in the rooms? We can do a linen and towels swap only. Shorter stays or extra cleans, just ask. Our seasonal summer pool: The pool is seasonal, open and ready from around 20 May to 20 October. In the shoulder weeks either side, opening depends on weather and preparation and cannot be guaranteed, so if the pool matters and you are booking close to arrival, message us first for honest confirmation. It is drained over winter (late October to mid May) as normal Mediterranean maintenance. We clean it twice weekly in season, and a quick shower before swimming keeps the water lovely. Internet: Fast satellite broadband, around 58 Mbps, easily handling 4K streaming and video calls on several devices at once. Wi Fi and wired Ethernet are both available, and wired is best for work calls. Please leave the Wi Fi extenders where they are. Speed can vary with weather and load, so if you need heavy uninterrupted connectivity for work, message us before booking. Quiet hours (Greek law, local time). 1 Apr to 30 Sep: 3:00 to 5:30 PM and 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. 1 Oct to 31 Mar: 3:30 to 5:30 PM and 10:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Please avoid loud music and noisy gatherings then. Greek essentials: Plumbing is narrow, so nothing goes down the toilet; use the lidded bin provided, emptied with housekeeping. Indoor taps are drinking water, while garden and pool water is non potable. Being rural, the odd insect indoors is normal in summer despite regular professional pest control, so just store food well. Local tradespeople rarely work Sundays or holidays, so a same day repair is not always possible, and the area can have brief municipal power or water cuts outside our control. Winter stays include a starter batch of firewood. Checkout is usually at 10:00 AM, flexible but depending on availability. Upon checkout: Gather used towels, run the dishwasher, switch off lights and AC, close up, take rubbish to the nearby municipal bins, and return the keys to the keybox. Full steps are sent before arrival, and a later checkout is sometimes possible, just ask.

Villa Afroditi sits on a quiet hillside in Korakies (near Kounoupidiana Town), with wide views over Souda Bay and an easy drive to Chania and the airport.

For most guests, a car is the most practical way to explore Chania and the Crete Island rewards driving, and distances are short: The closest town is the town of Kounoupidiana which is less than 2 kilometres away, where all supermarket and shops are. Chania old town is just 7 kilometres away, Distance from Chania International Airport (CHQ) is around 8 km. The closest beaches to the property: Vlite Beach: ~7km away Agios Onoufrios Beach: 5km away Kalathas Beach: ~5 km away Most guests find it easiest to combine a shopping stop with a drive to the beach or town rather than making a dedicated trip. Guests who prefer not to drive or would rather leave the car at the villa for an evening can get around easily by taxi or bus which is a normal and affordable way to travel throughout the Chania or Kounoupidiana or Akrotiri area. If you would like a reliable local number, just ask us. If your ideal holiday is a quiet, private base in the hills with easy drives to beaches, the old town, and the rest of Akrotiri area, our Villa is exactly the right fit.

Surrounded by over 1800 square meters of beautifully landscaped gardens, Villa Afroditi boasts a pristine seasonal (summer) pool, spacious bedrooms, and a variety of outdoor dining and lounging spaces perfect for making memories with loved ones. Step inside and experience genuine comfort and calm: minimalist furnishings, a fully equipped kitchen, and three elegantly appointed bedrooms, each with its own private veranda. Two of them, including the master bedroom, offer an extra level of indulgence with their own en suite bathrooms. Slide open the glass doors and step out to the private dining veranda, a perfect spot for al fresco meals in the shade. Follow the gentle sloping steps down to the shimmering seasonal pool, where you can lounge in any of the standalone areas and soak up the sun. The seasonal pool is designed with safety in mind, with a shallow end that gives younger guests room to play while parents relax close by. It is open through the main season, from around 20 May to around 20 October; if your stay falls in the quieter shoulder weeks at either edge of the season, a short message before booking lets us confirm its status for your exact dates. For a truly memorable evening, fire up the barbecue and gather friends and family around the bespoke outdoor banquet space and wood fired oven, tucked into the lush garden. Villa Afroditi sits in a peaceful hillside setting, surrounded by open garden and Cretan countryside rather than by many neighbours, which is exactly what makes it so quiet and private. It is a home that suits guests who want calm, space, and views. The only thing left to do is relax and enjoy the good life.

Our wonderful host is a female pharmacist with her own pharmacy, who understands the importance of cleanliness and consistency in everything she does. Her open minded but traditional values ensure that she provides the best experience for her guests, ensuring their pleasure is always a top priority. She takes pride in providing a warm and welcoming environment that is sure to make your stay as comfortable as possible. With her attention to detail, you can rest assured that everything is taken care of, and you'll have an unforgettable stay.