Aghios Nikolaos holiday villa rental, Elounda with walking, beach/lake nearby, log fire, disabled access, balcony/terrace, air con, rural

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Villa Anatoli (villa)

Home description

This beautiful villa has four bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms and a spacious lounge and dining area.
The large shaped swimming pool looks over new landscaped garden leading to your very own Tennis Court.
Should you want to chill out by the pool with a book or simply take in the surrounding scenery this is the place.
If you feel more energetic then head for the tennis court with one of the best views around. Still have energy to burn then the large games room has a variety of games to keep the most active family occupied including table tennis, pool & fuseball.

A shaded barbecue area enables relaxing al-fresco dining with views to some of the best scenery in Crete.
In a private setting in the low hills of Pano Elounda yet only 10 minutes from restaurants, tavernas, sandy beach and the town of Elounda, central to both Plaka and the historic isle of Spinalonga (4km) and Agios Nikolaos (9km) by the wonderful scenic coastal road or even by boat.

Villa Anatoli & pool	Shaded dining under the pergola
Dine with another splendid view	A view from the Tennis Court

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The Crete region

The Prefecture of Lassithi lies in the east of Crete, offering gorgeous beaches, and a huge, lush plateau, covered in archaeological treasures and beautiful places to walk. This quieter region of Crete is the perfect place to take a top class beach holiday, yet still be able to immerse yourself in the traditional way of life.

Awarded no less than 32 European Blue Flags for the cleanliness of its many beaches means that whether you go in search of a blissfully secluded cove beach or a large, sweeping beach adorned with beach bars and endless facilities, you are almost certain to find a clean, safe beach. The larger beaches are almost certain to offer water skiing, sailing, windsurfing and diving opportunities, as well as the chance to go deep sea fishing off the shores of the island. There are also a variety of scuba diving centres scattered across this side of Crete.

The inland regions of Lassithi are also quite remarkable. Towering sandstone cliffs are scoured with deep valleys and deep, blue lakes, making it the ideal location for hang gliding, hiking, climbing, caving, mountain biking, fishing and walking, and catching sight of eagles and falcons.

Aghios Nikolaos / Elounda area

Elounda is quietly becoming a renowned tourist resort on the coastline of Lassithi for all the right resons.
Tranquillity can still be be found with stunning shaded beaches and crystal still waters giving you a magical mix of Greek charm, yet with modern facilities and a great number of activities on offer.
After a day at the villa, on the beach or in the water snorkelling, Elounda town is particularly good place to sample that famous Cretan cuisine. A lively bar /restaurant or a quieter taverna by the harbour is your choice.

The Ancient city of Olous was settled in Minoan times and today its ruins can be found in the sea after they subsided or sunk because of a landslide or large earthquake.

Within easy reach, travel a short distance by the coastal road with its amazing scenery to Plaka and Agios Nikolaos, two contrasting towns in opposite directions both worthy of a visit.

Plaka just 4 km away with its charming and hidden shops & restaurants from where you can look out directly onto the Bay of Mirabello & Crete's 'jewel in the crown' the Isle of Spinalonga, ' Isle of Tears' the most famous isle on Crete and wonder at its remarkable history. Once a Venetian fortress and in recent history a former leper colony up to 1957, and soon to be the focus of a movie from the book 'Island' by Victoria Hislop.

Hard to resist dipping in the crystal clear sea from the pebble beach or driving up into the hills to look down over Spinalonga and the whole bay through to Elounda, a dramatic view.
Plaka is an ideal village for walking as it is quite flat and perfect for ambling around. For the more adventurous there is also the opportunity to walk the coastal cliff paths affording wonderful views of the village and surrounding mountains where eagles and falcons are often seen.

Agios Nikolaos (9km) on the other hand is more vibrant with its fine array of shops and restaurants and much more. Ask any taxi to take you to 'the Lake in Ag. Nik' , this most charming feature connected to the sea by a straight channel in its natural surrounding of red rock and trees will attract and mesmerises you.

At the small open air theatre by the lake locals & visitors alike can often enjoy musical & dance presentations.
You will find the 'Square' at the centre of town with its memorial surrounded by orange trees, where from here in every direction you will find something of interest be it the towns shops, its beach, the lake or the Marina.

How to get there

Fly to Heraklion airport - Elounda is approximately an hour from the airport
Direct Flights now available from Easyjet.co.uk from UK
Car Hire & Taxi service easily available from the airport
Local buses run regularly between the airport and the town.
Good local taxi service from Elounda to Aghios Nikolaos and Plaka
Meet & Greet Service available

Activities near Aghios Nikolaos

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Mid -Week linen and towel changes
Kitchen with all mod-cons
Utility Room with washing machine and tumble dryer
Large basement with games room : fuse-ball , table tennis, pool and magnetic darts, assorted games.
Long Range walkie talkies for use of - save on mobile phone costs
Internet access available nearby in Elounda
Surround sound tv /dvd cinema & music system - selection of cds
Ipod docking station - just bring your ipod
Cot and extra bed available on request

Further details outdoors:
Stunning views from nearly every room in the villa
All first floor bedrooms have balcony access
Excellent tennis court and swimming pool
BBQ & shaded pegula for al-fresco dining any time of the day.
Spacious newly landscaped garden in an ideal setting.
Variety of Sun loungers & chairs for patio and pool area
Large expandable wooden table & chairs for 8 for al fresco dining
Private yet within easy reach of most amenities.

Further details

Welcome pack provided on arrival if requested.

Meet and Greet service providing guests with keys and information. Local representative on hand to answer any questions or emergencies.

Ground floor bedroom with shower en-suite may be more suitable to some as is accessible on same level to all ground floor rooms.

There is a facility to allow more than 8 guests - fold up and air beds available but will incur extra cost.

No smoking in the Villa please.

Conditions

We would be glad to discuss any form of family booking arrangements.
More than eight guests will incur extra cleaning costs, babies excluded from this cost.
No Stag or Hen parties
New Golf course within 40 minutes near Hersonissos.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Overlook Bay of Mirabella	1 Nov 09	27 Mar 10	1750£ 1,577	0-	0-	Flexible
Watch the Sun Rise	27 Mar 10	11 Apr 10	1975£ 1,779	0-	0-	1 Week
Play Out or Chill Out	11 Apr 10	1 May 10	2100£ 1,892	0-	0-	1 Week
Swim Tennis or good Book	1 May 10	1 Jun 10	2600£ 2,342	0-	0-	1 Week
Light the BBQ	1 Jun 10	1 Jul 10	2850£ 2,568	0-	0-	1 Week
Dine Al Fresco	1 Jul 10	16 Sep 10	3475£ 3,131	0-	0-	1 Week
Midnight dip	16 Sep 10	1 Oct 10	3275£ 2,950	0-	0-	1 Week
Anyone for Tennis	1 Oct 10	16 Oct 10	2750£ 2,477	0-	0-	1 Week
Ideal for Family & Friend	16 Oct 10	1 Nov 10	2500£ 2,252	0-	0-	1 Week
Winter getaway	1 Nov 10	1 Apr 11	1800£ 1,622	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Enquire for rates over 2 weeks for off season bookings

Periods of less than 1 week may incur villa cleaning & laundry cost.

More than 8 people may be considered - will incur extra bedding & cleaning costs

Most payment methods accepted - including Bank Transfers, Payment accepted in UK Pound £ Euros or $ US Dollar.

Refundable security deposit required with final balance payment

The rates take into consideration indirect flights period.

Guestbook for Villa Anatoli

Just wanted to say how much we enjoyed the villa this year.
We would love to return perhaps in 2011, well stay in touch.
Its a beautiful plot, we had a brilliant time, stars amazing, sunrise incredible.
Kind regards
Guests Sept 09

Sarah & Sean Henley on Thames, UK
Review Submitted: September 14, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
The ideal place for our family holiday - fell in love with it all the moment we arrived in Elounda. The villa really is luxury with the most spectacular view - I couldn't think of a better way to be spending my days, reading a good book, glass of local rose in hand watching the view, listening to the kids playing in the pool. Lots to explore, lots of restaurants to eat in and lots of beach to visit. Any problems were sorted quickly. Booked for next year already!!
Sarah and Sean

Date of Arrival : Jun 22, 2009
Name on Contract : Aron Gelbard
Review Rating : 5/5
Review Title : 267165 - "Beautiful and very relaxing"
"Amazing villa with great living room and pool area and games room + tennis court, so lots to keep you entertained. Decent bedrooms, all en suite. Beautiful views. Villa is very remote / peaceful at the top of a dirt track above Elounda. Elounda itself is quiet but plenty of life in Agios Nikolaos which is 20 mins drive away."

First villa experiance
Vernon B United Kingdom
Review Submitted: June 10, 2009 Date of Stay: 2nd-9th June 2009
We have never stayed at a villa before and so it is not possible for me to compare with any any other villa,but I cannot imagine that there could be anything much better.We were a family of 7 adults and 2 children.All had a wonderful time.When we arrived at the villa we were all astounded by the views, and the villa itself.It had everything that you could wish for.The climb up to the the villa is quite steep in parts,but worth it when you get there for the peace and quiet..Everything describing the villa was true and I thoroughly recommend this villa .
Vernon

Well what can i say! We have just had the most wonderful holiday in your beautiful villa. it is more lovely in real life, the photos don't do it justice.
The views are to die for. watching the sun come up was one of the highlights for me, stunning. really must go again. Thank you.'
Carol Collings family (May 21st - 31st '09)

Name: Hazel Dixson/Ian Truffet 14th-21st May 09
Review Rating : 5/5
Review Title : 264019 - "Fantastic holiday in secluded location"
"We stayed at Villa Anatoli in May 2009 as a retirement celebration for an
extended family of six adults and one teenager. The villa is stunning and
everything the website promised. Paul and Lenny at Bluebay really helped
to make the visit special by arranging flowers and champagne for our
arrival, which really kicked the holiday off in style. The views from the
villa are to die for, however the road up to the villa was 'rustic'!
Whilst Elounda was just about walking distance, it was not for the faint
hearted in the dark! However, the villa is so special we could forgive
this small inconvenience. We will definitely be back. "

The 'Cantwells - London Date of Stay: April 28th -5th May 2009 ( Sept 08)
We have been to this beautiful villa for short breaks with friends and family three times now and everytime it NEVER disappoints. The views are to die for, the villas' decor is superb, the bar-b-q area lends to fun and social gatherings after a day spent around the good size swimming pool, the games room is well equipped and where can you play tennis with such a fantastic outlook?

Name : Mike Robb
Review Rating : 5/5
Review Title : 173834 - "October Week"
"Just back after a great 7 days staying at this villa. Weather was beginning to turn, but the villa is just as nice when you have to sit indoors to admire the view! Bright, spacious and very well equipped. Stunning view down over Spinalonga. The guide books in the drawers were a useful extra as we had forgotten ours. If you like warm silent evenings, high up on a hillside above Elounda with absolutley no noise except the local wildlife, you will love this place. Maybe a wee bit too isoloted for those who like to be close to Elounda cafe society - 5 min drive over steep, rough tracks or a good 15-20 min walk down into town (and back up). We had teenage kids with us, who had a great time. "

We had a wonderful holiday in Crete and the highlight was your very special
house overlooking Spinalonga and that calm blue water.
The weather was windy and hot and the alternative of the pool and tennis
court was too alluring for us to venture to places that we should have
visited. Incidentally your pool man was great. He made sure the pool was sparkling
and gave us good input on the area.
Thank you for the generous "welcome pack"
We would certainly think of another holiday probably end May or early June.
Regards
Judy and George Beeton (18th - 24th August 2008

Dear Jeff and Elaine
Thanks for a wonderful break and opportunity to stay in complete luxury whilst enjoying the marvellous simplicity and gracious hospitality of Crete and the Cretan people. We relished the stunning views of the bay and islands, devoured the history of the island and started to explore the sights and lifestyles of the locals. Local knowledge ( Via your pool service man ) led us to a real Greek Taverna in Limnes near Neapoli, where the villagers were celebrating 2 christenings, and we had a delicious meal. We loved the market in Ag Nik, bought loads of run ripened fruit and veg and even managed to buy some fresh sea-bass. Our evenings were generally spent playing tennis and swimming before the huge red van that I hired trundled into Elounda to drop the kids off.
I think we all returned relaxed, and hungry for more of the Cretan experience. I shall have no hesitation in recommending your home to friends, family and business associates, and wish you every success in the future.
Thanks again
Jean Diesel (August 08)

The scenery from the villa was as stunning as it was described. A lovely villa & pool.
We will be back, thats for sure.
The Hunter family

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Name:	Jeff & Elaine Lovell
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