• Entire home
  • 2153 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

Villa Irini is located in the village of Vafes in the historic area of Apokoronas. It offers a four-bedroom villa with a private outdoor pool with deck chairs, as well as a courtyard. The traditional mansion, dating back to 1850, has been rebuilt and refurbished in accordance to the regional architecture.The villa has views of a gorge, mountains and hills. The use of wood throughout, covering floors, ceilings and stairs, and the extensive use of local stone, lends the villa its special character. Traditional elements include a wine press and a wood-burning oven. Villa Irini is 20 mi away from Chania and 17 mi from Rethymnon. There are several traditional café in the village and a tavern serving genuine Cretan cuisine.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

FREE parking!

Activities:

Swimming pool


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 4:
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for Vafés

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  • Jolanda
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Hele villa voor onszelf met eigen zwembad. Lekker ruim met verschillende zithoekjes in rustig dorpje met prachtig uitzicht vanuit villa op bergen en zee

Hosted by Michail Patsoumadakis

9.1
9.1
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Michail Patsoumadakis
Villa IRINI is a private traditional property with a lovely swimming pool. It has been renovated according to the Cretan traditional architecture. It can accommodate up to ten persons in four separate apartments which are placed in different levels. The visitors will surely be impressed by the space which is decorated with antiques and the exterior environment which is immersed in the Cretan landscape. The charming swimming pool offers moments of relaxation and calmness under the sun, while the guests can enjoy peaceful shady spots in the yard with local mulberry trees. The upper level balconies offer a spectacular view of the gorge and mountains where goats and sheep live. The beautiful stone walls outside, the traditional oven, the barbeque and the swimming pool offer the chance of a unique and peaceful stay in beautiful natural surroundings away from the bustle of tourism. Scents and colours of the thyme, oregan, jasmine and other Cretan plants and flowers give the visitors unique moments. The area has traditional cafes and taverns with delicious Cretan plates and industries with local products (wine, cheese etc.).
Apartments’ configuration: 1) ‘’Classic’’ (3 guests max): This apartment consists of a spacious bedroom with a double bed (1.65x2.03m) and a living room with a sofa bed and an equipped kitchen with a dining table. It has also one bathroom with bathtub and two large balconies with view of the mountains and the gorge. 2) ‘’Patitiri’’ (3 guests max): This apartment includes one bedroom with a double bed (1.65x2.03m) and an exclusive unique bathroom inside the rocks. It has also a spacious living room with an equipped kitchen, a second bathroom and a dining table. It also includes a traditional loft (Ontas) with a big sofa bed. 3) ‘’Petrino’’ (2 guests max): This studio consists of a double bed (1.65x2.03m), a bathroom with shower, an equipped kitchen and a dining table. 4) ‘’Mouria’’ (2 guests max): This tiny but gorgeous studio consists of a double bed (1.65x2.03m), a small kitchen and a bathroom with shower.
Apocoronas is a historic and beautiful area of Crete with a landscape of wild mountains and fertile valleys. It was a place where emperors and lords of Byzantine Empire could reside and enjoy wealth and beauty. Vafes is one of the villages of Apocoronas (32km far from Chania, 28km far from Rethymno and 110km far from Heraklion). It's the only village of the prefecture of Chania which has been declared a historic preservable place because of history and traditional architecture.
Languages spoken: Greek,English

Area info

Amenities of Villa Irini
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Room Amenities
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Semi-detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • Greek
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Villa Irini accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Villa Irini of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 14:00:00 and 17:00:00.

License number: 1042Κ050Β0015401

FAQs about Villa Irini

  • The prices at Villa Irini may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Irini on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Irini on this page.

  • Villa Irini has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 4 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Villa Irini can accommodate this group size:

    • 10 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Villa Irini is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Villa Irini is 500 feet from the center of Vafés. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Villa Irini is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there's a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Irini on this page.

  • Villa Irini offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming pool