Villa Diegos
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Overview
Enjoy the unique charms of the delightful Villa Diegos, snuggled in the residential area of the resort town of Kolymbari, on the northwest coast of the Greek island of Crete, set in the azure waters of the Aegean Sea. This two-storey, detached villa, has two spacious ensuite bedrooms, and can comfortably accommodate up to four guests, ideal for a small family, or a couple of couples sharing. Villa Diegos is a charming property that marries brand new modernity, with rustic old stone walls, and timbered ceilings, to create the most enchanting holiday home from home.
The villa benefits from all the mod cons, including secure parking, comes complete with complimentary air conditioning and Wi-Fi throughout, and flat-screen televisions in the living area and bedrooms. The wow factor city and sea view rooftop terrace is home to your very own private swimming pool, and shady terraces provide excellent entertaining areas. The interior décor oozes rustic charm, contemporary pieces are cleverly combined with traditional artefacts, and the sophisticated palette of shades of beige and grey, with stark white contrast, are cool and calming.
A private entrance leads guests into the villa, where there is a stone and whitewashed wall living area, with a beamed ceiling. The seating area has a comfy sofa and nest of coffee tables, a desk and chair, and a flat-screen television. The open plan, wood and white kitchen is on the upper floor and is fully equipped with all the latest appliances to cater for your holiday. The adjacent indoor casual dining set is the perfect place to meet for breakfast and plan the day. There are two exquisitely appointed double bedrooms, each with queen size beds, flat-screen televisions, and beautiful ensuite marble shower rooms, complete with the obligatory complimentary amenities. On the ground floor, there is a pretty garden terrace with a patio set, ideal for a morning coffee catch up. From the kitchen access the upper terrace, where there is a six-seater dining set, with a barbeque, strategically situated for feasting alfresco.
Take the steps up to the city and sea view rooftop, where you will find your own private pool, surrounded by sun loungers. Enjoy a refreshing swim before an in-house spa service, which can be arranged by the concierge team. End the evening in front of the rooftop fire, and spot the stars as they come out to shine.
What you should know…
- Both bedrooms have double beds, no twin rooms, great for two couples sharing or a small family
- We recommend hiring a car to see all the sights you’d like to see on your holiday
- Airport transfers, in-villa spa services, and cycle hire are all available by arrangement with the concierge team
Property Features
The Villa
Two storey, detached 2 bed, 2 bathroom, rustic villa, with city and sea view rooftop swimming pool, sleeps 4
Interior:
- (100sqm indoor/80sqm outdoor)
- Living space: sofa, 40” flat screen television
- Six seater dining set,
- Fully equipped kitchen
- 2 Bedrooms: Queen size beds, wardrobes, TVs
- 1 Ensuite shower room
- 1 Seperate bathroom
Exterior:
- City and sea view 20m2
- Rooftop terrace with private swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- 6str dining set
- Ground floor terrace with patio set
- BBQ
Additional facilities
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Soundproofed
- Private parking
- Airport transfers, cycle hire, and in-villa spa treatments by arrangement
- Concierge services
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa DiegosVilla Diegos can be found nestled in the charming coastal village of Kolymbari, on the northwest coast of the Greek island of Crete, in the cerulean blue waters of the Aegean Sea. The villa has rooftop views of the sea and the town, betwixt and between the Cretan countryside. Villa Diegos is thirty-six kilometres from Chania International Airport, a scenic coastal drive to your holiday home. You will find minimarts, welcoming cafes and tavernas, banks and beaches, in the picturesque village of Kolymbari, with everything you need to cater for your holiday.
The nearest part pebble, part sandy, organised Kolymbari beach is just an 8 minute walk from the villa. The northwest coast is noted for some of the most stunning beaches with fabulous facilities, especially, the white sands of Falasarna, the fun and fashionable Pachia Ammos, the hues of blues Balos, and the pink sands of Elafonisi. The nearby tourist town of Lower Platanias has souvenir stores and supermarkets, banks, bars, and restaurants, and a beautiful sandy beach, as well as a lively nightlife. Upper Platanias is perched on a hill, with panoramic sea views, and historical sites, from the Minoan period until World War II. If you are feeling sporty, there’s horse riding, tennis, and mini golf nearby, whilst walks in nature can be found around the Botanical Gardens, Lake Agia, water springs, and the backdrop mountain range.
The medieval town of Chania is only a twenty-minute drive from the villa.
Stroll down to the old port and harbour, visit the Maritime and Archeological Museums, seek solace in the Greek Orthodox Church of Agios Nikolaos, bargain in the local market, and then dine off freshly caught seafood by the seashore. For those who love hiking, the famous fifteen-kilometre Samaria Gorge runs from Omalos to Agia Roumeli, with breathtaking landscapes, rare species of wild goats, rich flora and fauna, and an abandoned village. The ancient port of Heraklion is a two-hour drive away, take a tour around the Palace of Knossos, visit the Archaeological Museum, walk the Venetian walls, stroll through the old quarter, and shop for souvenirs.
Go further afield to Vai, Crete’s easternmost tip, where you will find lush forests and a unique date palm. Explore Psychro Cave, reputedly the birthplace of Zeus, and rock climb Mount Ida to find the Ideon Cave. Sitia Geopark is three hundred and fifty square kilometres of the island’s diverse ecosystem, where you can trek through gorges, bathe on beaches, walk the wetlands, and bird watching. Hike the Richtis Gorge, stroll through streams to reach the twenty-metre waterfall, and then cool off in the inviting pool.
All aboard a boat trip, where you can scuba dive or snorkel over underwater ruins. Take the ferry from the exclusive town of Elounda to the intriguing island of Spinalonga, once a former leper colony and home to a Venetian fortress, and now an open-air museum. Visit Agios Nikolaos, a harbour town that uniquely houses a lake in its centre, with an Archaeological Museum of Minoan treasures, some great shops, and local bars and restaurants, in which to sit and watch the local life go by. Wind down with a wine-tasting tour, and don’t forget to take a bottle or two home with you.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Chania Airport
(42 km ) |
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| Nearest Ferry Port |
Port of Souda
(30 km ) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Chania
(24.4 km ) |
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| Nearest Village |
Kolymvari
(290 m ) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Paralia Kolimpari
(1 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Amfithea Roof Garden Restaurant
(500 m ) |
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The Island/Getting There
The idyllic island of Crete is the kind of place to make all your dreams of a holiday in Greece come true. Crystal-clear blue waters, postcard-worthy seafront towns, history in spades and jaw-dropping landscape.
Take it easy on the terrace of your Cretan villa overlooking your own private pool with a glass of the enviable local wine, or crank it up on mountain bikes on a tour through the Samaria Gorge. Learn more about your ideal holiday in Crete with our comprehensive travel guide.
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How to reach Crete island
There are two ways to reach Crete Island: either by flight or by ferry.
By plane: Crete island has three airports: Chania (CHQ), Heraklion (HER) and Sitia (JSH). During the summer months, frequents overseas and domestic flights are performed. In most of the cases, there are available buses that connect the cities with the airport but if you want to feel safe that you will arrive on time you can prefer a taxi.
By ferry: If you want to live the whole experience try travelling by ferry. Crete island has three ports: in Chania (CHA), in Herakleion (HER) and in Sitia (JSH). You can take a ferry either from Piraeus port in Athens or from the Greek islands like Santorini, Mykonos or Paros. You can easily book your ferry tickets using the link below or the booking engine.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesThere’s so much for the younger members of your family to see and do when you holiday in Crete. Villa Diegos has its own private rooftop swimming pool, where your kids can play and splash all day. The nearest beach is Kolymbari beach just an 8 minute walk from the villa. This vast part sandy, part pebbly beach, extends along the coastline and is great for families, with organised sun loungers and brollies, showers, and lifeguards, and lots of friendly cafes and restaurants.
The North West coast of Crete is populated with family-friendly beaches, offering a selection of water sports, including banana boat rides, stand-up paddle boarding, and speedy jet skis. Spend the day sunbathing on the stunning pink sands of Elafonisi, an area of protected wildlife and beauty, bathe in the blue Balos Lagoon, or swim or sail out to sea, to the island of Gramvousa, where you will find an old Venetian Castle and a cave that is believed to be an ancient shipyard.
The nearby town of Platanias is a fabulous family fun holiday resort, where your children can enjoy a game of mini golf, play tennis, go horse-riding and swim and snorkel in the sea. Children love a day in the old town of Chania, where they can wander the ancient streets, and take part in the Scavenger Hunt challenge to discover local landmarks by following clues and maps on their smartphones. Saunter down to Chania harbour for a family day at sea, swim, snorkel in local bays, and enjoy a traditional meze lunch on board.
Get those legs walking with a fifteen-kilometre hike through Samaria Gorge, where they can spot the local flora and fauna, and the famous Kri-Kri goats. For the younger members of your family, there’s a shorter version of the walk, starting at the village of Agia Roumeli, and only three kilometres long. Chrispy and Limnoupolis Water Parks are the perfect places to take kids of all ages, with slippy and extreme slides, lazy rivers, swimming pools galore, a children’s playground in the pool and poolside, as well as cafes and bars. All the family can enjoy a day learning how to make traditional Greek jars at pottery classes, or mezes at cookery schools.
Take a Jeep Safari across the country on rough roads and discover traditional Greek villages and a taste of authentic Crete. For your dare-devils, there’s tandem para-gliding with professional instructors, where they can fly like an eagle over the coastline and mountains of the island. Learn the local history at the Minoan’s World 3D Museum, and enjoy a film at the 9D Movie Cinema, for some evening wind-down time.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Beach
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Watersports
- Sailing
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Transfers Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
| Security deposit | There is no security deposit, but should there be any damage or loss caused by you or your guests during your stay you will be liable for the cost |
| Arrival time | 16.00 |
| Departure time | 10.00 |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | There is no security deposit, but should there be any damage or loss caused by you or your guests during your stay you will be liable for the cost |
| Arrival time | 16.00 |
| Departure time | 10.00 |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. |
| Internet access? | Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price. It is good to note that the speed is dependent on local provider and technical issues may cause reduced speed or cut of service. |
| Minimum stay | 3 nights |
| Changeover day | Flexible |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed |
| Smoking Allowed? | Not permitted |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that on occasions, in Greece, extremes in weather can cause water and/ or electric supply to be cut or reduced. Services are normally restored as soon as possible. |
The Greek government requires owners to collect a Tourist Climate Tax, your property manager will collect this in cash:
March-October €10 per night per unit
November-February €4 per night per unit
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 4 people: For every additional guest up to 4, it will cost an additional £31 per person per night.
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 3rd 2024 - Jun 1st 2024 | £1,002 | £1,335 | £1,669 | £2,336 |
| Jun 1st 2024 - Jul 1st 2024 | £1,168 | £1,558 | £1,947 | £2,725 |
| Jul 1st 2024 - Aug 1st 2024 | £1,335 | £1,780 | £2,225 | £3,115 |
| Aug 1st 2024 - Sep 1st 2024 | £1,409 | £1,879 | £2,349 | £3,288 |
| Sep 1st 2024 - Oct 1st 2024 | £964 | £1,286 | £1,607 | £2,250 |
| Oct 1st 2024 - Oct 30th 2024 | £668 | £890 | £1,113 | £1,558 |
| Oct 30th 2024 - Dec 30th 2024 | £538 | £717 | £897 | £1,255 |
| Dec 30th 2024 - Mar 31st 2025 | £668 | £890 | £1,113 | £1,558 |
| Mar 31st 2025 - May 31st 2025 | £1,002 | £1,335 | £1,669 | £2,336 |
| May 31st 2025 - Jun 30th 2025 | £1,168 | £1,558 | £1,947 | £2,725 |
| Jun 30th 2025 - Jul 31st 2025 | £1,335 | £1,780 | £2,225 | £3,115 |
| Jul 31st 2025 - Aug 31st 2025 | £1,409 | £1,879 | £2,349 | £3,288 |
| Aug 31st 2025 - Sep 30th 2025 | £964 | £1,286 | £1,607 | £2,250 |
| Sep 30th 2025 - Oct 29th 2025 | £668 | £890 | £1,113 | £1,558 |
| Oct 29th 2025 - Nov 4th 2025 | £538 | £717 | £897 | £1,255 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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