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Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 3 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Villa Eleni is a self catering villa about 3km outside the harbour area of Agia Galini in South Crete. Close to local un-crowded beaches, the villa has three bedrooms (two doubles and one with bunk beds), and open plan living area with vaulted ceilings and superb beautiful views across the bay of Messara. AirCon is provided as is heating for the winter. The lounge area boasts an open log fire in winter. TV is provided.
South Crete is a great location for the more peaceful 'get away from the crowds' type holiday or those looking for natural scenery, historic sites or uncrowded beaches. the historical sites of Faestos, Ag triada and Gortys are very close as is the town of Spili with its roman fountains. Sailing and diving are close by in Ag Galini.
This are is renowned for dolphins and the historical story of Icarus and Daedelus. Villa Eleni is very secluded, not overlooked and has excellent facilities. A car is required.
Balcony and view
Pavlos beach
Ag Galini
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The Crete region
Crete is the home of the Minoan civilization (3500 bc) and there are many historical sites to visit. The south coast, around Ag Galini boasts 340 days a year of sunshine and this makes Villa Eleni an all year round destination!
Crete is 220 miles long and about 30 miles N-S. The west is very mountainous and the Samaria Gorge is worth visiting.
There is much to do on Crete and a single visit will not be enough to see all the island!
Agia Galini area
Agia Galini is a very attractive small harbour village with some nice beaches, nice shops, two pharmacies and a doctor! there are many nice bars and restaurants in the town, particularly on the harbour.
Close to the historical sites of Faestos, Triada, Gortys and Spili, it makes a good setting for the romantic, historian, exercise fanatic, and sailor! There is a sailing school run by an English couple, and in 2009 there will be a scuba diving centre. There are classes for art and handicraft, as well as birdwatching.
the town has car hire, bike hire and tourist facilities, including coach trips to other sites on the island. There are also boat trips to other nearby beaches, islands and also o see the dolphins in the bay.
In all, Ag Galini is an excellent all round location!
How to get there
Most major charter airlines serve Crete, either Heraklion or Chania airports (equidistant from Villa Eleni), and Easyjet also serves Heraklion from both Manchester and Gatwick. Alternatively there is a very good service via Olympic Airways and also Agean Airways to both Heraklion and Chania from all over Europe.
For car hire we recommend AutoCandia for the best service but all major car hire companies operate locally and arrange airport pick-up.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Heraklion or Chania: 80 km
Ferry:
Heraklion or Souda Bay: 80 km
Activities near Agia Galini
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding
Great for: Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife Cycling holidays
Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Villa Eleni has three bedrooms, a bathroom with shower, a separate wc/shower room, open plan living area with a fully fitted kitchen with all amenities, and a superb balcony area with views over the bay of Messara. TV, aircon and heating are available. The lounge area has a log fire (winter only) and a vaulted ceiling.
The main bedroom opens out to the pool area and has a double bed (two singles). Bedroom two has a double bed and bedroom three bunk beds. All rooms have aircon, patio doors, double glazing and built in wardrobes.
There is solar water heating and a back-up generator in case of power cuts.
Further details outdoors: Just outside Ag Galini, a beautiful small harbor on the south side of Crete, Villa Eleni is well placed to visit local historical sites of Faestos, Ag Triada, Matala, Gortys and the town of Spili. The local town has facilities to rent cars, bikes and boat trips along the coast, or to view dolphins.
There is plentiful shopping in Ag Galini which has bars, restaurants and a beach. Local beaches also include Pavlos, Ag Gorgios, Matala, Komos and Triopterra and also some not marked on any map! Tours to the Samaria Gorge and to Knossos can be booked in the town at many tourist offices.
The town also has a post office, chemists, a doctors surgery and statues to Icarus and Daedelus. For the summer of 2009 there is a sailing school set up run by an English couple, and it is planned to have a diving school also in 2009. Just south of Psiloritis, the highest mountain in Crete (which remains snow covered well into May), Villa Eleni is well placed for relaxing away from mass tourism.
Further details
For all booking and payments received before December 31st 2008, a discount of 10% to the weekly rental will apply.
A deposit of £25/€50 per person is required against any breakages.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Early Low season
10 Jan 09
1 May 09
600£600
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Flexible
Early mid season
1 May 09
31 May 09
700£700
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1 Week
Early high season
31 May 09
12 Jul 09
800£800
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1 Week
High season
12 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
1200£1,200
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Late mid season
1 Sep 09
1 Oct 09
900£900
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Late low season
1 Oct 09
1 Nov 09
700£700
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Flexible
Out of season
1 Nov 09
20 Dec 09
600£600
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Flexible
Christmas, New Year
20 Dec 09
3 Jan 10
999£999
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Flexible
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
For all booking and payments received before December 31st 2008, a discount of 10% to the weekly rental will apply. We can accept PayPal by arrangement.
25% deposit required on booking, remainder 6 weeks beforehand.
A £100 returnable deposit per booking is required against damage.
Dates can be flexible and odd length stays will be chareged pro-rata.
A surcharge will apply to Easter and greek Easter weeks of +£300
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