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Large private apartment in a traditional Greek village with stunning views.

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 355 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Large private apartment in a traditional Greek village with stunning views.

The ‘House in the Sun’ is a large well equipped 55sqm apartment with 180 degree views of the foothills of the white mountains.
Located on the edge the sleepy village of Paidohori, the house is 15 minutes from the lovely sandy beach resorts of Kalyves and 20 minutes from Almyrida.
The nearest mini market, pharmacy and taverna are in Agioi Pantes which is a very short drive - or a longer stroll away.

The apartment has a well equipped full sized kitchen, generous double bed and a large living area which has a single sofa bed and/or a travel cot for additional guests if required, and a separate modern shower room and toilet. The apartment has a TV, DVD and Wifi.

The solar-heated salt water swimming pool is shared with the property owners.

Heating in the winter and air conditioning in the summer are available if required.

Guests have sole use of a large private patio and a shaded seating area with amazing views.

The owners have 5 cats who enjoy greeting guests.

There are many interesting and varied walks around the area, along the coast, inland on the plains, or for the more adventurous into the mountains, all with stunning views and varied wildlife.
Several important archaeological sites are within easy reach by car.

Chania, the picturesque Venetian city with its historic harbour is a fabulous place to visit and stroll around the old town then eat by the waterfront or up the hidden side streets. It is only 30 minutes away by car or bus.

The village of Paidohori is situated between Chania and Rethymno. Chania airport is approximately 45 minutes away, and Heraklion airport is under 2 hours. We are 2-3 minutes from the Agioi Pantes junction on the national road.
There is public transport from Chania and Rethymno to Agioi Pantes on the national road where there is a taxi rank, however we would recommend guests hire a car.

The price includes a welcome pack of some bakery fruit and nut bars, a selection of 'in season' local fruit, milk, tea and coffee to make your first morning breakfast a relaxing experience,

The English owners live upstairs in a separate apartment.

For 2025 we are required by the Greek government to collect 8 euros per night 'Climate Resilience tax' on your arrival.

Our AMA registration number for the short term property rental register is 00002551175

Property manager

Kathie and Chris

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

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.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Guests may smoke on the outdoor terrace area

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 592 sq ft (55 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: there is a travel cot available if required

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 00002551175

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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Large Private Apartment Traditional Greek Village Stunning Views
Large Private Traditional Greek Village Stunning Views
Large Private Apartment Traditional Greek Village Stunning Views
Large Private Apartment Traditional Greek Village Stunning Views

About the neighborhood

Map
Paidohori Crete, Crete

What's nearby

  • Kalyves Beach - 16 min drive
  • Ancient City of Aptera - 19 min drive
  • Port of Souda - 20 min drive
  • Almyrida Beach - 22 min drive
  • Georgioupolis Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elena Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Coffee & Goodies Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taverna Aptera - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mythos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tzitzikas - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Large private apartment in a traditional Greek village with stunning views. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Large private apartment in a traditional Greek village with stunning views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large private apartment in a traditional Greek village with stunning views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large private apartment in a traditional Greek village with stunning views.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large private apartment in a traditional Greek village with stunning views. located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Agios Nikolaos Fort, Kalyves Beach, and Blue Coast. Kera and Almyrida Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Large private apartment in a traditional Greek village with stunning views. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful week in Crete
My husband and I had the best week in Crete, Chris and Kathy were the prefect hosts and very welcoming (and their cats were also very welcoming and friendly and gave the place a very homely feel). The apartment was amazing and the pool area was so private and relaxing. Great location for exploring the coast and the mountains, can’t wait to come back! Thank you x
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva R.

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Great relaxing time
DO NOT PUBLISH WITH MY NAME; use ROSE INGER
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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Wonderful week at a wonderful location
Kathy & Chris were fabulous hosts. Nothing was too much trouble for them, and their tips regards restaurants, places to visit and the general area were very helpful. Property is lovely, garden and pool gorgeous and views are just stunning. We had a very restful, comfortable and happy week, not doing an awful lot, other than fussing and playing with the cats who are so friendly. Thank you both for a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antony W.

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Amazing location and great hosts.
Just returned from a lovely holiday. What a great rural location with beautiful views but just a 10/15 min drive to the beach and shops. Picturesque pool/gardens and Kathie + Chris are knowledgeable and lovely hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Svana H.

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Wonderful place, fantastic hosts
The house in the sun is a fantastic place to vacation. It is quiet, peaceful and the view is phenomenal. Kathie and Chris were so friendly and helpful. They gave us great tips for beaches and lovely tavernas in the area. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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More than expected
After reading the reviews and so many positive reviews we decided to book this place. Well all i can say is we were not disappointed very clean with all you need. Wonderful well kept gardens and a beautiful pool plenty of areas to enjoy the sun but also a lovely shaded area under the wisteria to escape from the heat but for me the best was the Wonderful views of the olive groves flanked my the white mountains stunning with only the sounds of a Greek summer and the occasional Greek music playing in the distance which only enhanced the experience. If you enjoy the quieter life this is a place i would highly recommend
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian D.

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Loved every minute!
We enjoyed every moment of our stay in such a wonderful well equipped apartment! Our hosts were delightful, kind and helpful. We have no hesitation in recommending the House in the Sun but just hope you don’t book in when we want to go back!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naomi R.

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Naomi
Stunning location with everything you might need considered. Perfect hosts, will return again for sure. Thank you for making us so very welcome and cared for. Xx
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN S.

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First Class
Kathie and Chris have thought of everything to make your stay in their lovely, very private, apartment comfortable and relaxing. They are the perfect hosts The patio and swimming pool area offer excellent opportunities for soaking up the sun whilst you enjoy spectacular views across the valley Beaches, excellent restaurants, walks and places of interest are all close by Highly recommended by us
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Desna R.

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Wonderful stay!
The House in the Sun is a delight! A very comfortable and spacious apartment for 2 with everything you need (and more) provided. It was spotlessly clean, very nicely decorated and proportioned. Extra touches, like providing beach towels, very welcome especially as I forgot to bring any. Kathie and Chris are lovely hosts and very generous. The apartment is well placed for the beaches of northern Crete and for Chania and Rethimno, and enjoys a very tranquil position with beautiful views. Highly recommend a stay here, and will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roly L.

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A lovely House in the Sun with great hosts, facilities and environment.
Our 3rd visit to Crete. This is a lovely, air-conditioned apartment, set in a quiet traditional village in a beautiful part of Crete. The views from the patio are stunning. The facilities provided within the apartment, and outside, were all we needed for our 9 night stay. The bed is very comfortable and the pool is everything it looks, maintained at a constant 30 Deg C. Within 30 minutes travel is the lovely seaside resort of Kalyves. There are many golden, sandy, beaches within easy reach. Chania airport and city are about 30 minutes drive as is a Lidl store. There are local shops and chemists within a few minutes drive. I advise hiring a car, in order to get the best from your stay. The hosts, Kathie and Chris are lovely people! They are extremely helpful, friendly and kind. The advice that they gave us on the local area was really helpful. Thank you both, so much, for everything! We thoroughly recommend thiis for a holiday to remember! Roly & Mandy Love.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian C.

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Peace & tranquility
This place isn’t for everyone, which doesn’t mean I’m putting this place down, quite the opposite. If you love animals, especially cats, then come here (if you don’t like cats then don’t visit Greece!). If you love to be off the beaten track, but still close enough to not be totally cut off, then come here. If you want the option of being left to your own devices and I mean totally, no room service, no towel changes while you nap etc come here. We enjoyed the solitude, no noises bars, the long walks through rural villages, the peace and quiet (apart from the dogs, birds, goats etc) the lovely local villages with great Tavernas and warm welcomes. Yes this suited us perfectly and we are looking at returning soon, and WE NEVER do that to any place that we’ve visited before !
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

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As expected and more
For our trip in Crete we were looking for an easily accessible and central location in the countryside. What is great about the House in the sun is that even if you live among olive, orange and lemon trees, sheeps and goats and enjoy long walks from village to village in a rural environment, you are relatively close to everything by car. The appartement has met our expectations. It was perfect for 2 and had everything you need. Because we travelled early May, we did not use the pool, but we have enjoyed spending time on the private terrace which offers a gorgeous view of the surroundings. Our hosts were also great to interact with and very helpful. And the cats,…we fell in love with them. We highly recommand this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison F., Beckermet, Cumbria

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What a find!
We have just returned home after spending a fantastic, relaxing, 2 weeks with Kathie and Chris at The House in the sun. It really couldn't have been any better. Communication before our trip was spot on with extremely easy directions with pictures sent that made finding the apartment very easy. We arrived in the early hours and were welcomed by Alfie the cat who kept us company for our holiday. Fantastically well equipped, spotless apartment. Fantastic sitting area with amazing views and the pool!… we spent a lot more time at the pool then we have done on any other holiday as we found it so relaxing. There is a great little village about 5 mins away with a well stocked shop, a great coffee place that do delicious cakes, a gyros shop and a lovely taverna serving amazing food. Lots of beach choices can be found without having to venture too far from base. Kathie and Chris are the perfect hosts with loads of advice available & laughs. We were even treated to a some quiet background music one day while they rehearsed for a gig they had locally that week. Would absolutely not hesitate to recommend the house in the sun to everyone and have already given all the details to a lot of our friends and family. Thank you so much for a wonderful holiday in Crete xxx Alison and Paul xxx
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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October 2024
Excellent appartment. Our hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Volkmar M.

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Perfekt
Wirklich sehr schön
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruno O.

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Les photos sont la réalité!
Un logement en tout point exemplaire, une vue magnifique et des hôtes très prévenants sans être omniprésents (bien que sur place). Katie et Chris ont repondu a nos demandes soit directement soit par messagerie en quelques minutes à chaque fois. Le seul petit bémol ne vient pas de l'habitation mais de l'île elle-même (et comme beaucoup d'îles que nous avons faîtes), ce sont les distances a parcourir avec une vitesse limitée et des petites routes (mis a part la route nommée "90", la seule nationale de l'île). Pour la location par contre rien a dire c'est le top!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jochen S.

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Alles super!
Nette Leute, starke Bude, Spitzenaussicht! Tollen Pool und Schmusekätzchen gab es auch dazu. Unser Sohn fragte schon bei der Abfahrt, wann wir wieder kommen...
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian D.

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Paradies für Mensch und Miezen
Super schönes Haus mit tollem Pool. Kathy und Chris sind liebevolle und aufmerksame Gastgeber. Man sollte Katzen lieben, so wie eigentlich überall in Griechenland. Besonders aber dort. Wir haben neben Kathy und Chris auch alle anderen Bewohner wie Alfi, Dave, Arthur, Chlotilde und besonders Minnie ins Herz geschlossen. Gerne kommen wir wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

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Entspannung pur
Wir (Ehepaar Mitte 50) haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und die Ruhe im House of the sun tat uns sehr gut. Die Unterkunft (Wohnung und rund ums Haus sowie der Pool waren einzigartig. Kathie uns Chris waren sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Der Hauskater Alfi hat uns viele Schmunzelmomente beschert.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rainer B.

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Ein wunderschöner Urlaub auf Kreta
Tolle Ferienwohnung mit allem eingerichtet was man im Urlaub braucht. Wunderschöne Anlage mit Pool. Sehr schöne Aussicht über das Tal. Tavernen und Supermarkt in 5 Min mit dem Auto oder in 25 Minuten zu Fuß zu erreichen. Die Vermieter sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit halten sich aber sehr im Hintergrund. Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen. Wir werden wiederkommen
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen H.

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Gerne wieder!
Alles zu unserer besten Zufriedenheit! Vermieter sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wohnung perfekt für unsere Bedürfnisse. Zusammengefasst ein wunderbarer Aufenthalt!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

François G., Paugnat

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Super séjour
Nous avons passé, avec mes deux enfants, un très bon séjour. Idéalement placé entre La Cannée et Rethymnon, nous avons pu visiter la région et profiter d’une très belle piscine. Kathie et Crhis ont été « aux petits soins » pour nous. Location fonctionnelle et très propre qui disposent de tout le nécessaire pour passer de bonnes vacances. Je recommande fortement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anke H.

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Wunderbare Gastgeber, liebevoll gestalteter Ort
Traumhaft schön gelegen, herzlich empfangen von Kathie und Chris, zauberhaft gestaltet
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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Relaxen en zwemmen in een adembenemend uitzicht.
Als je op zoek bent, naar een verblijf voor twee om tot rust te komen, ben je hier aan het juiste adres. Het uitzicht is prachtiger dan op de foto. De architectuur van het zwembad betoverend. Het water van het zwembad zeer verkwikkend op warme dagen zonder chloor, wat wij ten zeerste waarderen voor de gezondheid van je huid. Het appartement was zeer proper en functioneel. Chris en Kathie zijn zeer gastvrij. Ze geven je informatie voor leuke uitstapjes en tips van goede restaurants . We kregen ook een welkomstpakket voeding. We genoten enorm en we komen zeker en vast nog eens terug. B
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022