Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 1 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
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Villa Halcyon stands majestically above the village of Kokkino Chorio in the beautiful Apokoronas region of North West Crete. With far reaching views across the village to the Akrotiri Peninsular beyond and the shimmering coastline of Souda Bay below, this is one of the best locations in the area. The villa is stunning and very stylishly presented with materials and colours chosen to reflect the natural colours of the area. Constructed in the local traditional way , the villa is light, airy and cool. Several sandy beaches are nearby and a host of amenities in Kalives/Almirida and Vamos are all within 10 minutes drive of the villa.
You will enjoy wide unobstructed views of the azure blue Mediterranean Sea, from sunrises over the water to sunset views across Souda Bay and the Akrotiri peninsular. Because of its hillside location, the villa is cooled in the summer by sea breezes. Villa Halcyon is truly your own private paradise, just minutes away by car from the uncrowded, unforgettable beaches of Almyrida and Kalives.
Villa Halcyon
The Infinity Pool
Sunset over the Pool
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The Crete region
We all know of Crete's exquisite 1,000 kilometre-long coastline dotted with numerous coves, bays and peninsulas which afford a multitude of soft, sandy beaches along the beautifully blue Mediterranean Sea. After all, it's among the finest in the world and has established Crete as one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations. And, of course, the island's historic importance in today's world as the home of the Minoan civilization with important archaeological finds at Knossos, Phaistos and Gortys, is evidenced by the tens of thousands of visitors to these sites each year. However, Crete is the largest island in Greece - the fifth largest in the Mediterranean - and, within its diverse area of more than 8,000 square kilometres, there are many other jewels just waiting to be discovered by the more adventurous explorers of holiday treasures. If you haven’t visited Crete yet, now may be the time to come and discover this fascinating Greek island. If it captures your heart, don’t worry. Come back next year and Crete will welcome you once more with its smiling Cretan sun, the sounds of the Cretan lyre, the scents of orange blossom and jasmine, a slice of cool red watermelon and a glass of iced raki.
Chania / Kokkino Chorio area
Kokkino Chorio is a small, traditional Greek village situated on the rugged coast with magnificent across Souda Bay to the Akrotiri Peninsular. To the south the White Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop. The village is famous for its role in the film of “Zorbas the Greek’ based on the novel by Nikos Kazantzakis the internationally famous Cretan writer. Still the owner of the local ‘kafenion’ in the centre of the village is proud to talk about Antony Quinn and show his photographs.
A small glass workshop on the outskirts of Kokkino Chorio recycles glass to produce items from “blown” glass. This process can be observed in the mornings and purchases can be made of beautiful lamps and glass ornaments produced.
Overlooking Kokkino Chorio is the strangely shaped Drapanokefala Mountain or Calapodha (so named during the Venetian occupation). The coastline northwest of the village is an extremely interesting place for experienced walkers, with its ground formation and caves, such as the caves of Petsi (or Karavotopos) and Katalimata, which is located at the centre of the village. At cape Drapano, approximately 10 metres under water, is the impressive Elephant Cave, an area 60m² full of stalactites and stalagmites of various shapes and colours.
How to get there
Scheduled flights to Heraklion and Chania all year round. Charter flights to both airports during the season.
From Heraklion Airport:
On leaving the airport, head right on to the main North coast highway following the signs to Irakilo (Heraklion) and later Rethymnon and Xania (Chania). Dont! worry about road signs being in Greek, signs in English will follow them.
Keep on this main highway passing Iraklio and Rethymnon; continuing to follow the signs for Chania. At the traffic lights in Rethymnon go straight on when lights are green.
After passing by Georgiouspolis you'll spend another 20 minutes on the highway before taking the turn off to Kalives (kalyves).
Go past the Shell garage on the left and the Inka supermarket on the right (You may want to pick up some supplies from here).
Follow through the village following signs for Almirida (Almryda, Almerida) then follow signs for Plaka.
Once in Plaka square go past the small supermarket on the left and then turn right opposite the big supermarket signposted Kokkino Chorio.
Continue on this road past the Eko garage on the right to a 'T' junction opposite the glass factory and turn left towards the village square. just before the village square where there is a bar and church turn right and follow the road up the hill. Continue on this main road past Villa Chrysselli which is a large white villa with blue shutters on your right hand side. After a few more minutes you will pass a villa complex on the right hand side with large iron gates. Villa Halcyon is the third private villa on the right hand side after this complex.
For the return journey reverse the insturctions, do not take the Irakilo turn off stay on the main highway until the airport is signposted.
From Chania Airport:
Turn right out of the airport keep following the signs for Rethymnon and Iraklio (Heraklion). At the main junction turn right and then onto the main highway, follow the highway for approx 15 minutes still in the direction of Rethymnon and Iraklio (Heraklion) until you see a large diner on the left hand side.
Just after the diner turn left signposted Kalives (Kalyves)
Go past the Shell garage on the left and the Inka supermarket on the right (You may want to pick up some supplies from here).
Follow through the village following signs for Almirida (Almryda, Almerida) then follow signs for Plaka.
Once in Plaka square go past the supermarket on the left then turn right signposted Kokkino Chorio.
Continue on this road past the Eko garageon the right to a 'T' junction opposite the glass factory and turn left towards the village square. just before the village square where there is a bar and church turn right and follow the road up the hill. Continue on this main road past Villa Chrysselli which is a large white villa with blue shutters on your right hand side. After a few more minutes you will pass a villa complex on the right hand side with large iron gates. Villa Halcyon is the third private villa on the right hand side after this complex.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Chania: 35 km
Ferry:
Souda: 20 km
Activities near Chania
Sports: Watersports Waterpark
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Bedrooms (3), Bathrooms (3), En suite (1), WCs (3)
Furniture:
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, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Secure parking
Further details
Refundable breakages deposit of £200 required on arrival, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection). Dates will be reserved for up to seven days. Bookings will be confirmed upon receipt of a 50% deposit of the rental cost. The balance becomes due 30 days before the rental period commences.
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Refundable breakages deposit of £200 required on arrival, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection).
Dates will be reserved for up to seven days.
Bookings will be confirmed upon receipt of a 50% deposit of the rental cost.
The balance becomes due 30 days before the rental period commences.
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