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Villa Scirocco

6 guests

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

Villa Scirocco: A stunning, contemporary villa with breathtaking views, stylish interiors, and a serene atmosphere.

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Villa Scirocco is a gorgeous, contemporary, three bedroom villa that is surrounded by lush greenery, knotted olive groves, citrus trees and the beautiful beach of Nopigia. Designed with the highest standards within beautifully tended gardens, Villa Scirocco sits at the highest point of the olive grove enjoying spectacular sea and countryside views. Stretched across three levels, the villa boasts two living spaces, three bathrooms, two amenity rooms, the three bedrooms and large verandas. The villa enjoys a wonderful swimming pool, colourful flower beds and gardens and a small fountain. Though the interiors are stylish and beautiful, guests picking Villa Scirocco are likely to spend much of their time outside enjoying the terraces, alfresco dining, pre-dinner cocktails and the stunning vistas.

The ancient, pretty, coastal village of Nopigia is utterly charming with a lovely welcoming taverna, a Byzantine church, a village store and a sandy, family friendly beach. Nopigia is 6km east of Kissamos and 30km west of Chania, nestled on a wonderful stretch of coastline east of Kissamos Bay and on the edge the Rodopos peninsula. You will discover many romantic, hidden, rocky coves and the remote beaches of Choni as well as the famous, spectacular beaches of Balos on the Gramvousa peninsula, Falasarna and Elafonissi which are within easy reach of the villa.

Villa Scirocco is perfect for families and groups of friends. The villa enjoys a wonderful design, making the most of its idyllic location and its romantic sea and sunset views. With modern architecture, an excellent layout and outstanding attention to detail, the villa is a top pick in this area. With a calm, neutral colour palette thoughout, the villa is elegant and serene.

The villa enjoys two living spaces which is handy when you have tired children at the end of a busy beach day that want to settle with a movie. The main, ground floor living space is very stylish and open plan in design. With a sleek, modern kitchen offering excellent appliances and a trendy white worktop, a dining space and a living area fully of modern furnishings, it is lovely. Several sets of glass doors open to the terrace and wraparound swimming pool. The second living space is on the lower ground floor.

Villa Scirocco boasts three fabulous double bedrooms which are spread throughout the villa. All three are minimalist in design with beautifully dressed, comfy beds, modern art and delightful accessories. The villa enjoys three immaculate bathrooms, one with a corner bath and two with showers.

The main living space opens to a large terrace which showcases a seriously impressive vista. Here you can dine while watching the sun go down, enjoy delicious cocktails and laze on quality sun loungers. To the side of the villa is a very attractive, terraced garden area with a fountain. The upper floor rooms enjoy access to fabulous balconies. With a mountainous backdrop, the location is lovely. There are two other villas in front of Villa Scirocco which we also feature. If you are planning a holiday with friends you may want to book one or both of these two and enjoy a little privacy as well as the company of your friends.

Location

Villa Scirocco enjoys a delightful, slightly remote location in the charming village of Nopigia. It is very peaceful and the surrounding olive grove and beach are simply wonderful. Nopigia is one of the oldest villages on the island and enjoys a few handy amenities as well as plenty of charm.

Very close by is the buzzy tourist resort of Kissamos, on the edge of the Gramvousa peninsula. Kissamos is also known as Kastelli Kissamou in reference to the former Venetian fortress that used to dominate the town. Kissamos enjoys many tavernas, beaches and plenty of shops. Surrounding the town are fertile olive groves and vineyards. The main beach is Mavros Molos which is sprinkled with trees, sunbeds and parasols. The Archaeological Museum of Kissamos is located on the main square, Stratigou Tzanakaki, boasting an impressive collection of local discoveries from a wide range of historical eras. A little further north of the main port of Kissamos is the quaint, colourful Old Port of Kastelli Kissamou which is brimming with brightly coloured fishing boats, a photographer’s dream.

On the Gramvousa peninsula, Balos Lagoon Beach is absolutely stunning and one of the most photographed beaches in Greece. The lagoon of Balos has silvery white sand and exotic, white, vivid blue and turquoise waters. The sea is very shallow and warm. Beyond the rocks at the boundaries of the lagoon, the water is deeper and ideal for snorkeling. The lagoon and wider area with rare species of flora and fauna are protected under the Natura 2000 programme. Eleonora falcons, shags and cormorants nest in the caves and the area is a shelter for protected monk seal and loggerhead sea turtle. You will think you are in the Maldives or somewhere as it is so beautiful. Balos can be reached by car, though be prepared for a bumpy ride or you can take a boat trip to the beach. North of Balos, in Cape Korykon, there are remains of the small Roman town of Agnio with the temple of Apollo and the picturesque chapel of Agios Sostis.

At the western base of the stunning Cape Gramvousa, 17km west of Kissamos, you will discover Falasarna Beach, another fabulous Cretan gem. The beach has been voted as one of the ten best beaches in Europe in the past. Falasarna Bay actually consists of five consecutive dazzling, silver-sanded beaches. It is huge as well as gorgeous and has such a dazzling, clear, turquoise blue sea. At the northern end of the beach there are ruins of the ancient Grecoroman city of Falasarna. There are several companies offering watersports including Falasarna Activities who offer wakeboard and jet ski tuition.

Elafonisi is also a magical place that consists of a small islet with white and pink sandy beaches. Visitors can wade out to the island to enter another world. The island is an internationally classified nature reserve and home to more than one hundred rare plants including summer flowering sea daffodils that look like white cups. The island is a nature lovers paradise. To the left of the sandbank, windsurfers enjoy the prevailing winds.

To the other side of Nopigia, along from the Rodopos Peninsula, is the lively resort of Platanias. Platanias is a large tourist resort which boasts electric bars and nightclubs so if you are looking for a buzzy night out you can head there. Next comes the lively Agia Marina where you will find a gorgeous beach, glorious sunsets and excellent feasts at its many restaurants. Roughly 30km from the villa is the charming and picturesque Old Town of Chania. Its atmospheric 14th century Venetian harbour, old port, narrow, cobbled shopping streets, colourful bougainvillea and waterfront restaurants make this a top-notch evening out. The sunset views are breathtaking with the Venetian lighthouse a focal point. You can walk along the harbour wall to the lighthouse.

Samaria Gorge is the longest gorge in Europe at 16km which would take roughly six hours to pass along the whole gorge. Otherwise you can drive to Chora Sfakion and take a boat to Agia Roumeli and walk at few kilometres at the end of the gorge. The Imbros Gorge is also very beautiful and takes approximately two hours. You can combine this walk with swimming in Fragokastelo Beach.

Getting to and around

Nearest Airport: Chania International Airport (50km)
Nearest Town/City: Kissamos (6.4km)
Nearest Village: Nopigia (800m)
Nearest Restaurant: Porphyra Restaurant (1km)
Nearest Supermarket: Issimo Supermarket (5.1km)
Nearest Beach: Nopigia Beach (1km)

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