Olvía
Lovely, newly renovated (June 2018) village house with amazing sea, coastal, and mountain views, located in the area of Agios Nektarios between Chora Sfakion and Frangokastello on the south coast of Chania.

4 Bedrooms

8-10 Guests

4 Bathrooms

Private infinity pool
Description
Lovely, newly renovated village house with amazing sea, coastal, and mountain views, located in the area of Agios Nektarios between Chora Sfakion and Frangokastello on the south coast of Chania.
This beautiful residence includes 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, an open kitchen / living room, and wonderful outdoor areas.
The house has been lovingly renovated to high standards and offers all modern facilities. Many of the original elements of the house have been preserved setting the tone of the old and new in perfect harmony.
The property is split-leveled. Three of the 4 bedrooms have private exterior entrances, and so does the living room and kitchen area.
On the upper floor (road level) there are 2 bedrooms sharing a bathroom and a private, separate entrance. These rooms access a balcony with beautiful sea and coastal views. There is a small refrigerator as well as an electric kettle for guests’ convenience in one of these bedrooms. Please note that one bedroom has access from the other. The entrance area to this unit has a lovely shaded terrace with garden furniture and flowers in pots. From this upper level there is an outdoor staircase / walkway to the next level below.
The lower level of the property includes a separate entrance to the kitchen and living room, and a bathroom where the washing machine is located. The living room also provides additional accommodation for 2 guests on the sofa. Outdoors, under the above balcony, and next to the entrance of the living room, there is a comfortable double hanging bed, a perfect place to relax in the shade.
Across the entrance from the living room, there is the private entrance to the 3rd bedroom with en-suite bathroom.
On the other side of this building and next to the pool is the private entrance to the 4th bedroom with en-suite bathroom and exquisite sea views.
From the living room / kitchen area and towards the pool, is the wonderful outdoor living area. The outdoor lounge is shaded by 2 beautiful mulberry trees, and the outdoor dining table and BBQ with sink and fridge offer magnificent views as do the sun beds along the pool and the stone built day-bed.
The garden beds are planted with lovely local plants and flowers and a large selection of herbs for your enjoyment.
The property is fully enclosed with a fence, and private. Parking is plentiful along the road, right outside the main gated entrance. The surroundings are quiet and peaceful with olive groves and a few houses as immediate neighbors.
This is a perfect property for a laid back holiday in a pristine and authentic environment.
Sfakia is the perfect is the starting point for exploring the beautiful south coast of Crete. The area has countless opportunities for hiking and exploring the beautiful and awe-inspiring ravines and mountains. Sfakia is famous for its approximately 50 ravines, the most famous being Samaria, Imbros, and Aradena.
From Sfakia on a clear day one can glimpse the islands of Gavdos and Gavdopoula, 22 nautical miles south of Crete. Gavdos with its 50 inhabitants is a small, beautiful green island with unforgettable sandy beaches and views. You can reach Gavdos by ferry or by an organized boat trip.
Notos Mare Marine Adventures in the innermost part of the new harbor at Sfakia boat rentals, organized boat trips, taxi-boat, etc.
South coast area information, photos and videos
Taxi boat on the south coast
Boat hire on the south coast
Boat trips on the south coast
Facilities
Private infinity pool | Pool shower | Pool towels
Outdoor dining | Sunbeds and parasols | Outdoor lounge
Private parking
Garden
Enclosed property
Fully equipped for 8-10 guests
Amenities
Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning in all rooms
Fully equipped kitchen
Heating
Music System
BBQ
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Beds & Baths

1 bedroom with 2 single beds size 90X200. Access to the balcony.
1 shared bathroom with shower.

1 bedroom with double bed size 180X200, private entrance, and private bathroom with shower, beautiful sea views and access to the pool terrace.
Special attention has been given to the beds and mattresses ensuring restful sleep and relaxation.
Services Included
Welcome basket
Concierge
Cleaning and change of linen and towels once per week
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Services on Request
Car rental | Bicycle rental | Scooter rental
Taxi or limo transfer from/to airport
Local cook
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Distances
Beach
Koutelos 3,5 km
Shop
Nearest minimarket: 2,7 km at Vouvas
Airport
79 km to Chania airport code CHQ
Town
72 km to Chania center and the famous Venetian Harbor
Restaurant
Frangokastello 3,5 km
Village
Agios Nektarios
Airport
146km to Heraklion airport code HER
Port
9,6 km to ferry at Chora Sfakion going to Loutro, Agia Roumeli, Sougia, Paleochora, and Gavdos
Price
There is an addition of € 15 per day in climate tax for the villa.
The above prices are for up to 8 guests. For more than 8 guests there is a supplement of € 30 per guest per day.
Check in 16:00, check out 10:00
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Brigit, September 2024
We had the most incredible week in Crete! Alexandra was so helpful with any questions we had before and during arrival, and Nikos looked after us the whole week to make sure we had everything we needed and more! One of the best Airbnb’s I’ve ever stayed in — located perfectly on the south coast of Crete in driving distance of dozens of gorgeous beaches. I can’t recommend this villa enough!
Yahel, September 2024
Clean and cosy villa! Nikos' hospitality was above and beyond. Was always available, gave recommendations for everything and we didn't have to worry about anything. Was much prettier in person and worth a visit! Thank you so much for an amazing week!
Viktoriya, August 2024
Villa Olvía fully met our expectations! Quiet, cosy, lovely location. There are very beautiful beaches nearby, much better than on the opposite side of the island. The villa itself is furnished with taste, the pool with panoramic views is beautiful! Each corner has its own purpose, there are a lot of places to sit with a glass of wine, olives and enjoy the beautiful view. Nikos and Konstantina kindly greeted us. There is an opportunity to order dinner for a late arrival, and groceries for breakfast. And also, a wonderful option - delivery of fish to the villa, for the grill. We had a wonderful 4 days in this house. Thank you to the whole team!
Emilia, July 2024
The villa was stunning, immaculate, and exceeded our expectations. We stayed for a week with two families, including children aged 3-5, and the facilities and rooms were excellent for our purposes. We and the kids especially enjoyed the pool and outside living and dining area. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing, making our stay incredibly enjoyable. We hope to return someday! Additionally, we appreciated the warm welcome and all the information provided about the nearby areas.
Lea, June 2024
Birthday week with friends. We had the best time in villa Olvia. Perfect size for 8 people! We only left the house one day due to winds - because there is everything you need on the property. We felt relaxed from minute one. Might come back in the future! Thank you for all assistance and tips! You created a real paradise! Thank you, Nikos, :) Tip: if you have a rental car there is a gas station near Chania airport where you can refill by card before you drop it (we had to leave in the middle of the night and all other ones were closed).
Miguel, June 2024
Large house on different levels. Very well equipped and clean. Sublime sea view pool. Comfortable sunbathing, very nice outdoor dining area and lounge with barbecue, sink, fridge. The kitchen is fully equipped, we lacked nothing, we had everything we needed to cook (seasoning...) and for breakfast. a welcome basket was offered to us and fruit. Our towels have been changed and a cleaning was done in the middle of the stay! The inconvenient side is the small bedroom without bathroom and adjoining 1 bedroom that you have to cross. In terms of privacy when you're 4 couples, it's not great. This space should be intended for 1 master suite with the small children's room. Cleaning of the swimming pool and outside in the mornings with recovery of our garbage cans it was too kind! and of course the good cake that was left for us 1 afternoon. We recommend. Nikos was available and very helpful a big thank you to him.
Seb, May 2024
We had a great stay - villa is immaculate and very comfortable, location is great, the owners Nikos and Konstantina are super friendly and helpful (provided recommendations, travel cots, organised babysitting) …would definitely go back.
Andreas, April 2024
Villa Olvia is exactly as described, or actually even more beautiful. We were very well looked after, our questions were always responded to quickly, we received good insider tips. Doctor's appointments were also organized and medication transportation from Chania was implemented on the same day. The whole complex is really lovingly furnished, nothing is missing, the kitchen is also very well equipped, so that leisure chefs will also get their money's worth. The view of the ocean over the pool is simply magnificent and you could stay there all day. In short: We are absolutely thrilled and highly recommend Villa Olvia.
Dagmar, October 2023
Großartige Lage und Ausblick. Schöner Pool und schattiger Außenbereich. Tolle Betreuung vor Ort. Einkaufsservice und Mietwagen Vermittlung hat wunderbar geklappt. Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit und würden jederzeit wieder kommen. vielen Dank!
Bolette, October 2023
Vi havde et rigtig dejligt ophold i Villa Olvia! Både før og under vores ophold var servicen i top. Det var en stor hjælp, at der var handlet ind til da vi kom og at værten havde bestilt aftensmad, der blev leveret den første aften ud fra vores ønsker. Dejligt at der blev gjort rent halvvejs på vores ferie, selvom vi kun var der en uge. Derudover var værten meget hjælpsom med anbefalinger af restauranter, strande og vandreture og han arrangerede endda levering af frisk fisk til boligen. Tak for en fantastisk ferie!
Christopher, October 2023
We had a wonderful stay at Villa Olvia. From the start Alexandra was helpful, friendly and communicative and made everything effortless. On arrival we had direct communication with the owner Nikos and were met by his father to settle us in. It was like being part of the family! They were excellent in providing local information and were incredibly attentive during our stay which made all the difference. As hosts, their hospitality is first class. The villa itself is so relaxing, beautifully furnished and we felt right at home. Special mention goes to the pool and outside space with views to die for. The barbecue and outdoor dining area is fantastic and perfect for relaxing evenings overlooking the sea. The local area and mountains are stunning and we followed our host’s advice (and help) and rented a boat, touring the nearby coast. It’s worth doing to access Loutro and other destinations. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending this wonderful villa and look forward to returning.
Michelle, September 2023
Ich habe mit meinen Freunden ein langes Wochenende hier verbracht und es war absolut perfekt. Die Kommunikation lief von Anfang an reibungslos, sowohl Alexandra als auch Nikos sind sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend und wir haben viele Tipps für die Umgebung bekommen. Die Ausstattung ist extrem gut und hochwertig, uns hat es an nichts gefehlt. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig und abgelegen, aber in wenigen Minuten kann man Supermärkte, Tavernen und Strände erreichen. Die Aussicht ist dafür unverbaut und absolut fantastisch. Wir hatten eine wunderbare Zeit und hätten es uns nicht besser vorstellen können!
Simon, September 2023
Die Besitzer Vorort waren extrem freundlich und haben sich sehr gut gekümmert. Die Lage und die Unterkunft ist exklusiv!
Andreas, August 2023
Wir hatte eine fantastische Zeit in der Villa Olvia auf Kreta! Die durchdachte Einrichtung und Ausstattung der Villa haben unseren Aufenthalt wirklich angenehm gemacht. Man konnte sorglos die Sonne auf den bequemen Liegen genieße, sich gelegentlich ein Getränk aus dem Außenkühlschrank nehmen oder zur Abkühlung in dem Pool springen. Die Lage mitten in der Natur mit den schattigen Bäumen am Pool war einfach großartig. Der Vermieter war äußerst hilfsbereit und stand jederzeit mit wertvollen Tipps zur Verfügung. Ich kann diese Unterkunft uneingeschränkt empfehlen und freue mich schon auf meinen nächsten Besuch!
Daniel, July 2023
Alexandra och Nikos var fantastiska värdar, hjälpsamma, vänliga vilket gjorde vår vistelse underbar!
Katie, July 2023
This is a very special place. We stayed here for my mother’s 60th birthday and we couldn’t have found a better spot. The space is beautiful and encourages you to spend most of your time outside. Nikos was so kind and had so many fantastic recommendations. It was wonderful to chat with him. We feel very lucky to have gotten to spend time here!
Moshe, August 2022
We hardly write reveiws but Nikos & Konstantina and exceptional greate hosts and their caring and help were amazing for us(: The vila is very nice, comfortable and gave our family excellent vacation. Highly recomanded!
Michael, August 2022
Incredible! Incredible!! A beautiful villa with a super host. We had an amazing stay and would recommend highly. You will not be disappointed. Beautiful beaches and good restaurants and tavernas.
André , August 2022
Des hôtes accuillants. Une superbe villa avec une vue exceptionnelle.
Sabrina, July 2022
Traumhaftes Ferienhaus zum entspannen. Die Villa OLVÍA ist ein wahrer Traum! Am Infinity Pool mit dem Ausblick auf Olivenbäume, das Meer und die Berge kann man sich einfach nicht satt sehen! Wir haben die Zeit zu acht in der Villa sehr genossen. Es ist genügend Platz da um nicht andauernd aufeinander zu sitzen und der Pool ist auch groß genug für 8 Schwimmtiere. :) Die Ausstattung (z. B. Küche und Bad) und die Zimmer der Unterkunft lassen keine Wünsche offen! Vielen lieben Dank an Alexandra die mich/uns vorab mit Rat und Tat jederzeit unterstütz hat! Die Organisation von Mietwagen, Flughafen Shuttle, Kochservice (super leckeres & lokales 3-Gänge-Menü) sowie ein Bootsausflug war dadurch sehr entspannt, einfach und schnell. Vor allem gilt Konstantina & Nikos, den Ansprechpartnern vor Ort, ein super großes Dankeschön! Konstantina hat uns an der Unterkunft begrüßt und uns Tipps zum Einkaufen, den nahegelegenen Sehenswürdigkeiten und Restaurants geschickt. Jederzeit war sie für alle Fragen via WhatsApp schnell erreichbar und hat uns auch Frühstück und lokale Snacks mitgebracht, das war so lieb von dir Konstantina. Wir haben jede Minute mehr als genossen und vermissen den Ausblick. Vielen Dank für den traumhaften Aufenthalt!
Arabella, July 2022
We came together as a family for the first time in three years and spent 9 glorious days at Villa Olvia. None of us had ever visited Crete before and we loved it. The villa is incredible - from the views to the well-stocked kitchen. The beds were so comfortable, we all loved the endless shady spots to sit and read (despite the crazy winds we experienced, we still managed!!). Alexandra was incredibly helpful, answering questions and arranging cabs for us. Nikos, the owner of the villa went out of his way to help us with sheltered beaches to visit, suggestions of restaurants, and was very quick in replying to any questions we had. We arrived in the evening to food and wine (pre-arranged by us) and lovely welcome gifts. I can't say enough good things about everything. I really hope we will be back - this is a stunning part of the world, full of kind and helpful people. Thank you.
Moh, July 2022
Where do I start? I couldn't believe a stranger could host as good as Niko and Constantina. Whoever reading this review, BOOK this spot and don't hesitate. It is their family home. They look after this property themselves. No outside cleaner, no Airbnb property managers. It's THE FAMILY who looks after the villa. I can't say enough how beautiful this property is and how well it is maintained. Alexandra is the Airbnb organizer. True experience begins when Niko and his wife Constantina start welcoming you along with their family. We arrived around midnight since the flight was delayed and it was 1.5 hrs drive from HER airport. HOWEVER, the drive was worth staying in this property. I'm staying in a different property as I am writing this review but I can't stop thinking about our experience in Villa OLVIA. Niko stayed up until we arrived at the villa and gave us 'live direction' how to get here safe and sound. When we arrived, his mother in law welcomed us with groceries for next few days and food from the local village. They knew that we would be hungry as our flight was delayed. Next morning, Niko's father came and cleaned up the pool and brought me a converter from the local market. Following day, Niko and Constantina came with their two little daughters as my mother insisted to see the whole family. They brought little goodies for breakfast. We enjoyed a lovely breakfast with everyone. Niko gave us amazing suggestions for food, restaurants, activities around the local areas. However, villa Olvia is for serene experience. Very nicely situated on a slope of an Olive Garden over looking the Mediterranean Sea. What an experience. Niko also followed up if we found our next villa and offered us help with transportation. His communication skill and hospitality are not worth Airbnb ratings. They are beyond exceptional. This is probably my 150th Airbnb experience and it is by far the best experience. Our experience was great that we decided to stay few extra days in Crete. Thank you Niko. Thank you Constantina. Thank you Crete.
Lotte, July 2022
If you are looking for an aesthetic, fully equipped and spacious house with an astonishing view, this is it! It was absolutely perfect. It is close to the beach and close to two supermarkets and I’ve rented houses on Crete before but nothing as good as this. I am certainly coming back.
Lennart, June 2022
We hade a wonderful visit. The house is very well designed and works fine for 8 to 10 people. The host was fantastic helpful with everything and we probably will come back some day. Alexandra was helping us with booking the visit and transportation to the house in a very positiv way. We always had a fast respons on or mails.
Daniel, June 2022
We had the most enjoyable stay at Vila Oliva. Everything was amazing. From the beautiful well-appointed rooms to the STUNNING swimming pool with the jaw-dropping ocean views….everything was perfect! The owners Nikos and Konstanina were on call to not only provide outstanding service but to offer unparelled local advice. They made you feel extremely welcome and were very kind and generous. Several times Konstanina left us delicious local treats. I cannot recommend Vila Oliva enough.
Maayan, April 2022
What a great hospitality and holiday it was! The Vila is located at a spectacular place - the view, the access to great beaches and small towns. Connecting wild nature with the simplicity of the rural leaving of Greek people. The Villa itself has everything one could need for a great vacation, the kitchen is fully equipped, there are great complimentary local products upon arrival, and evening is clean and organized perfectly. Last, the host Nikos was at our service with great recommendations- both for exploring the near by surrounding and where to eat or shop for local goods. We stayed for a whole week, and enjoyed every second. Should come back for sure..
Phoebe, September 2021
Absolutely stunning villa! We loved everything about it. The attention to detail is amazing and owners were so helpful and kind, bringing us home made pies and providing us with loads of reccomendations. The location is idyllic and sunsets were insane. Villa is really well equipped and has a great bbq area.
Ella, September 2021
Unser Aufenthalt in der Villa war mehr als grandios. Wir konnten uns wunderbar erholen und abschalten. Auch wenn die Villa gleich an einer Durchfahrtsstraße gelegen ist, bekommt man nicht viel davon mit (zumindest in der Nebensaison). Der Ausblick ist ein Traum. Alles ist Top gepflegt, sauber und der Pool wird auch jeden Tag gereinigt. Super Gastgeber. Wir haben uns dort sehr wohl gefühlt und kommen gerne wieder.
Teresa, September 2021
Very beautiful house to enjoy with friends or family. Very calm place to have dreamy dinners, barbecue night or pool days. The hosts are also very friendly and try everything to make you feel welcome.
Jasper, September 2021
Wundervolle Villa mit unglaublichem Blick. Man hat alles was das Herz begehrt, das Haus ist wirklich super ausgestattet. Für 10 Personen wäre es vielleicht etwas zu klein, aber 7 Leute hatten mehr als genug Platz. Der Pool und Hofbereich suchen ihresgleichen und laden zu einem gemütlichen Verweilen am Haus ein. Der Strand, viele gute Restaurants und zahlreiche Einkaufsmöglichkeiten sind in 5 Fahrminuten zu erreichen. Nikos und seine Familie sind sehr freundliche Gastgeber, die jederzeit erreichbar sind und einem bei der Organisation von Ausflügen, Taxis, etc. stets zur Seite stehen. Meine Familie und ich waren auf jeden Fall sehr begeistert und freuen uns auf den nächsten Aufenthalt.
Emily, August 2021
Stunning villa, amazing hosts! This villa is the most stunning villa any of us had stayed at, the hosts really made it an exceptional stay. THANK YOU Alexandra, Nikos and Konstantina, you were incredible before and throughout our stay. A huge shout out to Alexandra for dealing with our many requests, nothing was ever too much trouble and you were so very helpful. Nikos & Konstantina, your villa is stunning, the views, the little touches, made this one of the most beautiful visits, and you are so friendly too! You were so welcoming, we had the best week ever in such beautiful surroundings. Several elements made this trip exceptional, the supermarket deliveries straight to the villa, the boat trip and the chef that came and cooked for us, we really could not have asked for more! We loved every minute, thank you from us all! We can't wait to come back!
Julien, August 2021
A wonderful house in a wild and remote region of Crete. The view is absolutely superb and everything is there so that you can be autonomous. Hosts are delightful and always ready to help. They really embody the particularly impressive hospitality of the people from Crete. Imbros gorges 5 minutes away and dream secret beaches all around. Better be max. 8 people to smoothly fit in
Simon, July 2021
Wow! Villa Olvia is one of those rare places on Airbnb were the reality exceeds the photos! We loved our time at the Villaa. Nikos (& Konstantina) could not have done more for us. From when we first arrived we were given a welcome package with local produce to the almost daily gifts of tarts and Sfakian pies! In addition to all the useful information on local restaurants and beaches - which was especially helpful when trying to find a secluded cove on a windy day. The Villa has been well thought out and allows privacy for everyone with lots of comfortable nooks and crannies to chill out. It is well maintained and the view of the Libyan Sea will just stay with us for ever. If you are looking to explore the southwest part of Crete then I can not recommend highly enough Villa Olvia as your first choice to stay.
Margarete, July 2021
Paradies! Wunderbare Villa mit viel Platz, genial konzipiert, sehr sehr gastfreundliche Vermieter, schönster Pool, wirklich ein Traum!
Ori, October 2020
The stay was a superb treat for us from the very first moment. The house is large with great separation between the rooms that maximize privacy aligned with lots of space for gathering and enjoying together. The pool and the view is like taken from a dream. You wake up in the morning and hold your breath while stairing at the endless sea almost connected to the pool, while sitting under the trees. Konstantina, who hosted us was extremely kind, helpful, friendly welcoming, professional and nice to us – what else can one ask ? We certainly could not ask for more and we would highly recommend the stay at this house. It was a real one of a kind vacation for us. Thank you
Ronny, September 2020
Very friendly, lovely and helpful hosts. Communication fast and easy. The house is just great, our stay was as relaxed as we had hoped! Can only recommend! :)
Marius, September 2020
Sehr zu empfehlen! Die Unterkunft hat einen fantastischen Ausblick und lässt keine Wünsche offen. Sie ist perfekt für Gruppen bis 8 Personen geeignet. Die Gastgeber sind sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend.
Matthias, September 2020
Der Urlaub in der Vila Olvia war rund um perfekt. Nikos und seine Familie haben sich sehr gut um uns gekümmert und standen uns immer mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Sehr nette und wirklich höfliche Gastgeber. Der Ausblick war überragend und wir konnten total entspannen. Wir werden wiederkommen :-)
Annabelle, August 2020
We had an incredible week at Villa Olvia. Nikos and his family were so hospitable, even collecting dinner and groceries for us on the evening we arrived. The villa was exceptionally well-equipped, making cooking for a big group easy! The location of the villa is so beautiful, the surrounding areas are full of gorgeous beaches with clear blue waters. Nikos was on hand to provide recommendations whenever we asked for them and even provided extra touches such as fresh pool towels. A really great stay, we hope to be back soon.
Nicholas, August 2020
We had an incredible time staying at Villa Olvia. Ten of us (two sleeping on the very comfortable and spacious lounge couches) stayed for six nights enjoying the beautiful pool, amazing view and incredible hospitality of Constantina and Nikos who were in contact whenever we needed them to recommend sights or food, help us book boats, or provide a helpful contact. The location looks remote on the map, but we were so pleased we stayed in the south which is much less crowded and absolutely beautiful. The house is a few minutes drive from a very well supplied small supermarket, a lovely relaxed beach at Frangocastello, the beautiful Chora Sfakion, multiple ferries to other more remote beaches, private boat hire places and walks through the Imbros Gorge. We were super impressed with all the thought that went into the design of the house and it had by far the best kitchen set up I've had in an air BnB. The pool is spectacular and the outdoor space is just as beautiful as it looks on the photos. All in all, a perfect stay and we couldn't fault a thing.
Christos, August 2020
Vila Olvia is fantastic. Beautiful aesthetics combined with very well designed architecture. It allows for two 4-membered families to share the same house but also be independent in their sleeping arrangements as there are basically 2 properties combined in one. Nice natural shadow from trees that are planted inside the property. Alexandra was very accommodating and together with the owners were very hospitable and attentive to any of our needs. One thing that groups with small children should take care is that the infinity side of the infinity pool goes down a 5 meter drop on the other side and children need to be careful and not walk on this side. We did not have any issues but we could let our children unsupervised in the pool. The outside area with the pool is really excellent. It has sunbeds, larger dinning table, barbeque and sitting area. It was a pitty that during our stay the weather with the very strong winds, did not allow us to sit and enjoy the outside area as much as we wanted. All in all a beautiful property with very hospitable host and owners that gave us precious holiday moments together with our friends and family.
Julia, August 2020
Having read the raving reviews about Nikos’ villa, we were already anticipating a fantastic holiday for our group, however the host, the villa, and the whole trip to Crete itself exceeded our wildest expectations. Sfakia is a fantastic, calm region full of local traditions and delicious food. The villa itself lends itself wonderfully to larger groups,; we found the open concept of every room being accessed independently from the outside to be great, as it encouraged all of us to spend time outside in the 'patio' which connects all the rooms together. Nikos and his family were extremely helpful in helping us find restaurants and activities in Crete, as well as bringing us several local specialities such as wine, a local spirit called 'Raki', cakes, tea, and much more. We could not appreciate them more, and thank them a lot, as their hospitality and care played a great factor in making our trip so enjoyable. If you are looking for a peaceful, yet curious place to enjoy while visiting Greece, look no further, as Villa Olvia is definitely the place to be.
Didier, July 2020
Great house, very stylish and well designed. Perfect pool, air conditioning everywhere, very well equipped kitchen, great assistance by Nikos - really relaxing family vacation.
Shelley, September 2019
Outstanding, peaceful , and beautiful home. Views are stunning, pool amazing and our host Nikos and his family were exceptional. Thank you so much for all our treats, local products and advice, especially tavern recommendations and help sourcing fresh fish ! We really enjoyed our week and would definitely return Thank you
Allison, August 2019
Amazing place, brand new with hosts that go above and beyond with local suggestions and a personal touch! Our entire family loved it! Tons of space as we were only 5!
Anna, July 2019
This was the best house ever! Our holiday was completely perfect thanks to the stunning apartment and Nikos our incredible host who was so kind and gave us lots of tips and help with our activities around the island. He also bought us some wonderful local produce and helped us with any problems. The villa was truly a 5 star experience, perfect cool and clean bedrooms with the most comfortable beds in the world! A big highlight was the white robes provided to wear when round the pool! The pool itself was sensational with stunning views especially at sunset. There was lovely beaches nearby and our boat trip that Nikos recommended led us to some absolute paradise spots. The local food was so delicious and the people so friendly. I really couldn’t fault this place, it truly provided the setting for the best holiday ever.
דנה, July 2019
Above our expectations! The villa was sparkling clean. There are 3 private rooms in the villa. We where 3 couples and each had a private bathroom, Well equipped kitchen, and an amazing pool with amazing view. The location is great. The owners of the place was super nice! We will come back again!
Billie, June 2019
Villa Olvia was the most beautiful villa that we could possibly have imagined. It is in a gorgeous, quiet part of South Crete but has everything you could need in the villa or at nearby shops. The Villa was more beautiful than even the gorgeous local beaches. The hosts were fantastic, kept the place immaculate, had everything you could possibly need. We received gifts of local olive oil, raki and home made goodies from the family. We will definitely be going back! Thank you to Villa Olvia for looking after us so well!
Kristin, July 2018
Villa Olvia is fabulous. The view and the pool made us feel like we had our own little peaceful spot in Crete, with an unobstructed view of the sea. The house is located in a quieter region so you get a feel for life away from tourists. Everything is modern, stylish, clean and very well equipped. There is a lovely balance of indoor and outdoor space. Konstantina and Nikos were amazing hosts, very attentive and helpful with local recommendations. Highly recommend this property.
Emmanuelle, August 2018
Thank you for your hospitality. We enjoyed your nice villa, the beautiful view and the great pool. The villa is very nicely renovated.
Dominique, July 2019
Ils méritent la notre de "Superhost"!! Nous avons adoré vivre des aventures avec une saveur davantage "locale" que "touristique". La maison est d'un entretien sans reproche et est réconfortante. On y dort bien les lits et oreillers sont de très bonne qualité. Je recommande en tout point!!! Merci encore Niko
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