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Enchanting 19th century villa

Villa in Apokoronas with kitchen

In the charming Gavalochori village, Critamo Cottage offers a tranquil retreat with a courtyard and BBQ area. This 200-year-old Cretan house features two cozy bedrooms, a seating & dining area, kitchen with stove and oven. With its sister property nearby for larger groups.

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Kitchen

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Enchanting 19th century villa

Critamo Cottage is a 200-year old Cretan house, located in the remote Gavalochori village of Agios Pavlos, near the historic town of Chania. It is a family-friendly cottage which can accommodate up to five people and consists of two bedrooms, a seating & dining area, kitchen with stove, oven and BBQ, furnished courtyard and bathroom with shower. Its sister property, the Villa Athermigo, is close by and could be combined in one stay for larger groups looking to holiday together.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Massage

Internet

Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

Limo/town car service
Car available

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Chef service
Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

Concierge services
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Similar properties

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property Registration Number 1040Κ81002882710

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Apokoronas is home to this villa. Ancient City of Aptera and Agios Nikolaos Fort are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Art of Living Glass Factory and Greek National Football Museum.

Visit our Apokoronas travel guide

View more Villas in Apokoronas

Gavalohori

What's nearby

Almyrida Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Kalyves Beach - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
Georgioupolis Beach - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
Port of Souda - 22 min drive - 18.6 km
Marathi Beach - 44 min drive - 34.9 km

Getting around

Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Platia Café Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Elena Tavern - ‬9 min drive
‪Atlantis Beach - ‬5 min drive
‪Καφέ Ουζερί Καλή Καρδιά (Kali Kardia) - ‬5 min drive
‪Στου Μπανανα - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting 19th century villa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Enchanting 19th century villa ?

As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enchanting 19th century villa on 6 Oct 2025 start from €294.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Enchanting 19th century villa ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting 19th century villa ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting 19th century villa located?

Situated in Apokoronas, this villa is steps from Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and within 3 mi (5 km) of Almyrida Beach and Kera. Art of Living Glass Factory and Kalyves Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Enchanting 19th century villa Reviews

8.0

Very good

10/10

Cleanliness

8/10 Good

Mark H.

23 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We didn’t actually stay in this villa as we were upgraded to another one next door. which was fine. Location was great and villa was incredible. Only down side was the extremely uncomfortable beds.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025