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Villa Phyllia, a property with history - fifteen minutes from Iraklion airport.

Perched on a hillside overlooking the Palace of Knossos, Villa Phyllia offers a serene retreat amidst ancient history. This farm villa accommodates up to eight guests in simple yet comfortable style and features an olive grove with plenty of shaded spots to unwind.

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Mountain view

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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About this property

Entire place

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

Villa Phyllia, a property with history - fifteen minutes from Iraklion airport.

The property and buildings on the hillside overlooking the Palace of Knossos make up the farm villa and known as Villa Phyllia, with a rich history that spans modern times back to the late nineteenth century and way beyond – land that was the location of the Sanctuary of Demeter -the goddess of earth fertility.
Villa Phyllia is available for guests who appreciate the history and special atmosphere.
Up to eight guests can be accommodated in simple but comfortable style. Villa Phyllia overlooks the palace; uniquely on a hill to the south, where a constant breeze refreshes even on the hottest days. Well-placed for walking trips that lead directly from the villa. It is set in a large olive grove with many places to sit and chill under shade.

Property amenities

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming cats only
3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In a rural location

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property

Guests must contact the property for check-in information

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

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 cats only

3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that 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 00001507295

We should mention

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

About the area

Located in Heraklion, this villa is in a rural area. Heraklion Port and Stilianou Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Natural History Museum of Crete and Watercity Waterpark. Dinosauria Park and Labyrinth Park are also worth visiting.

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Knossos

What's nearby

Knossos Archaeological Site - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Palace of Knossos - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
Heraklion Town Hall - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
Heraklion Port - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Κρητικός Φούρνος - ‬4 min drive
‪Γρηγόρης - ‬2 min drive
‪ml - ‬4 min drive
‪EVA’S - ‬3 min drive
‪Κρητικός Φούρνος - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Phyllia, a property with history - fifteen minutes from Iraklion airport. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Phyllia, a property with history - fifteen minutes from Iraklion airport.?

As of 24 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Phyllia, a property with history - fifteen minutes from Iraklion airport. on 6 Sept 2025 start from €164.08, 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.

Where is Villa Phyllia, a property with history - fifteen minutes from Iraklion airport. located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Knossos Archaeological Site and Palace of Knossos. Queen's Megaron and Lustral Basin are also within 10 minutes.

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Villa Phyllia, a property with history - fifteen minutes from Iraklion airport. Reviews

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Cleanliness

4/10 Poor

Jefferson V.

29 May 2025

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointed

Trash, dirty dishes in the sink, dirt and leaves on the floors upstairs and down, bugs inside the flimsy excuses for window screens dis nothing to halt—I could go on sadly. The place was absolutely filthy and the second half of the property was under construction. The location and the views are magnificent but cannot make up for a lack of cleanliness well below third world hostels and war zone barracks I have slept in. Will be a nice place to spend a holiday if completely gutted, and sanitized.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025