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Rejuvenate family & friends at Stunning Villa Estia - close to beach & tavernas.

Family-friendly villa in Sitia with an outdoor pool

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Property grounds
Nestled among Cretan mountains and olive groves, Villa Estia offers a serene retreat. Unwind by the pool or enjoy comfortable sunbeds before dining under the stars on warm Cretan nights with meals cooked to perfection on an open-air barbecue. A well-equipped kitchen, Smart TV, Wi-Fi internet access throughout are just a few of this villa's modern comforts.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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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.

Rejuvenate family & friends at Stunning Villa Estia - close to beach & tavernas.

Note: Many reviews on Tripadvisor. Simply: in 'Find' enter 'Villa Estia' and in 'Near' enter 'Makry-Gialos, Greece'.
Villa Estia is a magnificent architect designed home, surrounded by the stark beauty of Cretan mountains with views of the warm and inviting Mediterranean Sea.
Comfortable Estia nestles in landscaped gardens and a maturing olive tree grove, far enough from neighbouring properties to leave you in a private, calm world of your own.
Your family and friends can unwind by the pool or soak up the sun on comfortable sunbeds before cooling off in the shaded seating areas. At the end of a great day, eat a relaxed meal cooked to perfection on the open-air barbecue or dine more formally inside - where there is still plenty of space for the family to spread – your choice on a warm Cretan night.
The villa includes a modern, well equipped kitchen (including 2 dishwashers), washing machine, Smart TV, music system, Wi-Fi (with internet access) and hot and cold air conditioning throughout. There is a full range of patio furnishings available.
Just a 15 minute walk to the nearest beach, a five minute drive to the tavernas, bars, shops and the safe family friendly beaches of Makrygialos.
The villa is managed by Lagada Management Company (LMC) with English, German, French and Greek speakers available. LMC is only 2 minutes away and there is someone available during most waking hours. A LMC representative will meet you, give you the keys and show you round the property.
A car is highly recommended but you can manage with taxis to/from Makrygialos town.
The villa has a Greek EOT License - 1040K92003097501.
Many Reviews on TripAdvisor - put in 'Villa Estia', Makry-Gialos, Crete!
PLEASE NOTE: As from January 2025 the Greek Government has introduced a new tax - it is called 'Climate Change Tax'. This tax is levied on properties i.e. not on people. The amount of tax due is dependent upon the size of the property. Unfortunately, Villa Estia falls within the highest rate of tax payable and is €15 per night. The amount of tax due for each reservation will be notified to our guests in advance of their arrival and will be payable directly to our Managing Agents. Our Managing Agents are Lagada Management Company (LMC) - it is LMC from whom our guests collect the keys to the villa.
For further views of Villa Estia why not take a look on Tik-Tok - 'Villa Estia - Crete'

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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 only
2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please ask.

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 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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 1040Κ92003097501

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Rejuvenate Family Friends Stunning Villa Estia Beach Tavernas
Rejuvenate Family Friends Stunning Estia Beach Tavernas
Rejuvenate Family Friends Stunning Villa Estia Beach Tavernas
Rejuvenate Family Friends Stunning Villa Estia Beach Tavernas

About the area

Map
Makry Gialos, Crete

What's nearby

  • Lagada Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Diaskari Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Lagoufa Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Katovigli Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Koutsounari Long Beach - 24 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Sitia (JSH) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Artemis - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taverna Kalliotzina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mina's Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Diaskari Tavern - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rejuvenate family & friends at Stunning Villa Estia - close to beach & tavernas. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rejuvenate family & friends at Stunning Villa Estia - close to beach & tavernas. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Rejuvenate family & friends at Stunning Villa Estia - close to beach & tavernas.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rejuvenate family & friends at Stunning Villa Estia - close to beach & tavernas.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rejuvenate family & friends at Stunning Villa Estia - close to beach & tavernas. located?

This family-friendly Sitia villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lagada Beach, Diaskari Beach and Lagoufa Beach. Katovigli Beach is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Rejuvenate family & friends at Stunning Villa Estia - close to beach & tavernas. Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carl h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I Have to say that this has been the most special holiday for my family, from initial booking to guidance, information and assistance from the LMC team and the property owners Martin and Sue. The Villa is better than the pictures show with lots of space nice pool clean and above all quiet. The location allows you to travel to the south side of the island where most is still untouched by tourism. Makry itself is a beautiful little harbour town with tavernas and an accessible beach. Food is plentiful and reasonably priced. I my belief you will not find a better villa and location in this area than Estia Villa
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elly Z.

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

Fabulous villa

Last year we discovered Villa Estia. We returned this year and had a wonderful holiday again. The villa is in a quiet environment, but close to a pleasant village with lots of restaurants and little shops. For hikers there are some beautiful gorges nearby, but also less tiring sights worth visiting. And of course there is always the pool! ;-)
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martyn H.

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

Cretian Getaway 08/24

Our holiday in the Villa met all our high expectations. The Villa has superb accommodation and outside areas and facilities. The Management Company looked after a couple of issues which arose, including loss of hot water, very quickly. Makry Gialos is a fantastic and authentic resort, away from the tourist hot spots. So nice, I fear its secret will be out soon and it will grow and lose some of its charm. I recommend you get to it now! Martyn, Shirley & family.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

shayne d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Tackle the East

The house is perfect for a big group. Plenty of outdoor seating, nice pool, plenty of everything in the kitchen, good hot showers and most importantly the beds are super comfy. The drive in from the main road however, a dirt track about 1km long is not for the faint hearted Also we had issues with the wifi for 3 of our 4 days. It may have been us just not being able to sort it… wifi does appear to be elusive all over Crete. Martin was a super attentive host as were the managing agents. A great launching place to discover the East.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Relaxing Family Getaway at Villa Estia – Just Outside Makry Gialos

We had an amazing stay at Villa Estia, set just a short drive from Makry Gialos in a peaceful hillside location. The villa offered everything we needed for a relaxing family holiday and then some!The views were truly breathtaking—rolling hills, sea glimpses, and beautiful sunsets right from the terrace. The pool was a standout feature for us. It was perfect for both younger children and adults, with a great layout and plenty of space to swim or cool off. There were also plenty of shaded areas around the pool and outdoor seating, which was ideal for escaping the midday sun without having to head inside.Inside, the air-conditioning worked flawlessly throughout the villa—powerful, quiet, and consistent. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable, and there was a great sense of privacy and calm throughout. We especially enjoyed the dining spaces both indoors and out—perfect for big family meals or laid-back breakfasts with a view. There are many lovely places to see in a hire car and easily fell your time up on the island. Overall, we had a fantastic stay. Villa Estia is peaceful, well-equipped, and an excellent choice for families or groups looking to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of Crete. We’d absolutely stay again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne G.

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

Tolles Haus mit wunderschöner Aussicht

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Ruhige Lage, schöne Aussicht und ein großes, gut ausgestattetes Haus.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Wunderschön zum Entspannen

Super toll.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odile L.

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

Merveilleuses vacances

Magnifique villa, tres bien équipée, très bien située, dans un endroit paradisiaque, encore authentique Plages magnifiques, eau turquoise, lagons, très peu de monde.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsti v.

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

Tolle Villa mit traumhaften Blick

Wir waren für 10 Tage in der Villa Estia und haben jeden Tag genossen. Sie lag sehr ruhig und abseits vom Trubel mit Blick auf das Meer. Die Zimmer waren geräumig und die Betten bequem. Es waren Kleinigkeiten nicht in Ordnung, wie einzelne Lampen und ein Toiletten Deckel, aber das hat nicht gestört. Der Pool war zwar nicht riesig, aber zum Abkühlen har es allemal gereicht. Als Tip für den Weg zum Haus: ein Geländewagen wäre von Vorteil. Wir können es nur weiterempfehlen
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elly Z.

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

Prachtige villa

Prachtige villa, werkelijk van alle gemakken voorzien. Heel rustig gelegen, maar niet ver van gezellig dorp met winkeltjes, leuke terrasjes en vele lekkere restaurants. In de omgeving leuke plaatsen om te bezoeken, opgravingen, mooie stranden, uitdagende kloofwandelingen. Voor elk wat wils!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominique m., Marly le roi

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

we discovered a new face of Crete

We stayed 1 week with 3 boys during the summer. The house is really nice, well furnished. The swimming pool has the right size to enjoy and spend a lot of time in it, from early morning to late evening. The house is isolated, meaning it is really calm and pieceful. And the view on the sea is just amazing. The whole area is nice. Less tourists then in the north of Crete, but with amazing beaches with real sand and beautiful. And clearly less croawded then in other parts of Crete. Not to forget the communication with Martin and Sue, that have been super helpful. The whole family enjoyed the stay and we highly recommend this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie blanche C.

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

Très bon séjour

Très bon séjour dans la maison de Martin et Sue. C’était simple de communiquer avec eux et avec l’agence. Bon accueil. La maison est très agréable, très calme, avec une vue sur la mer dont on ne se lasse pas et une belle piscine. On a pu rayonner et découvrir cette magnifique région Sud-est de la Crète.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

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

Traumurlaub!

Das Haus ist einfach großartig! Es war super sauber und sehr gepflegt. 2 Schlafzimmer haben ein Bad im Zimmer, 2 teilen sich ein Bad. Für uns gar kein Problem. Jedes Zimmer hat eine Terrasse und auf dem Dach ist noch eine riesige Terrasse. Aber das Highlight ist der Pool und die vielen Sitzecken und -möglichkeiten im Außenbereich. Auch sind genug Liegen vorhanden, sowie eine Kiste mit Wasserspielzeug. Der Weg zum Haus ist gewöhnungsbedürftig und könnte mal geteert werden. Aber diese Hoppelpiste gehört irgendwie halt dazu.😄 Auch die Ansprechpartnerin vor Ort war zu jeder Zeit erreichbar und hat sich auch immer sofort gekümmert, wenn etwas war. Die Umgebung war für uns ebenfalls genau richtig. Absolute Ruhe am Haus und abends sind wir nach Makrygialos gefahren (ca.7 Minuten Fahrt) um an der dortigen Strandpromenade zu essen. Ein nettes Restaurant reiht sich an das nächste und die typischen Souvenir-und Strandläden sucht man hier umsonst. Wir haben in den 14 Tagen nicht alle Restaurants geschafft, aber immer gut gegessen. Die Großeltern haben gerne auch noch einen Aperitif in dem ein oder anderen Café vor dem Abendessen genossen. Besonders toll war für uns, dass die Kinder auch am Abend noch am Strand spielen konnten und wir dadurch ganz entspannt sitzen bleiben. Wer trotzdem gerne mal durch den ein oder anderen Souvenirladen schlendern möchte, muss einfach nur die Hauptstraße etwas von den Restaurants hochlaufen. Außerdem können wir noch die 20 Minuten entfernte Bucht Agia Fotia empfehlen. Dort waren wir immer am (Stein)Strand. Es gibt ein Restaurant und eine Bar, Liegestühle und Sonnenschirme (7€ für 2 Liegestühle mit Sonnenschirm) und kristallklares Wasser! Ein Traum. Wir waren wirklich rundum begeistert. Aufgrund der wirklich hohen Temperaturen haben wir leider nicht viele Ausflüge gemacht. Aber in Heraklion waren wir einen Tag und können das nur empfehlen. Auch hier überwiegen tausende von schönen Tavernen, Kneipen, Bars und Restaurants und dazwischen findet man ganz unauffällig zahlreiche Shopping Möglichkeiten. Außerdem waren wir in Agios Nikolaios und auch das war wirklich einen Ausflug wert. Auf dem Weg dorthin findet man auch wieder schöne Buchten, also Badesachen einpacken. Die hatten wir leider nicht dabei. Ich denke man kann hören, wie gut es uns gefallen hat. Die Griechen sind unglaublich freundlich und hilfsbereit und wir werden bestimmt wieder kommen. Und mit Sicherheit auch wieder in dieses Haus!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle E., Belgique

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

Très belle maison

Très belle propriété, conforme aux photos . Propriétaire et agence disponibles rapidement ! Tout est mis à disposition pour passer un très agréable séjour ! Serviettes pour la piscine, entretien de celle-ci tous les matins en toute discrétion. Idéal comme maison pour les vacances !!! On vous la recommande …
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alain U.

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

Grosszügige, sehr schöne Villa

Top Villa, mit viel Platz, wunderschöner Pool, der täglich gereinigt wird. Hervorragende Kommunikation mit Besitzer und Agentur vor Ort. Sehr sauber und gut ausgestattet. Ruhige Lage. Wir würden auf jeden Fall wiederkommen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Sebastien C.

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

Tres belle maison

Tres belle maison
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Traumhafte Zeit !

Das Haus ist toll ! 4 Schlafzimmer und auch der Wohnbereich schön groß. Alles war ordentlich sauber und der Pool wurde regelmäßig gereinigt. Die Straße ist tatsächlich abenteuerlich auf den letzten 300 m. Es war sehr ruhig und entspannt! Unser 4jähriger war begeistert vom Pool :-) Das Haus kann man uneingeschränkt weiter empfehlen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Tolles Haus, sehr gepflegt !!!

Das Haus ist in einem wirklich sehr guten Zustand. Sauber!!!! Es bietet sehr viel Platz im und um das Haus. Auch die Poolanlage ist super. Die fest verankerten Sonnenschirme sind ideal, da es manchmal sehr windig ist. Wer seine Ruhe haben will, ist in diese Haus bestens bedient. Der Kontakt zum Vermieter und zum Verwalter ist sehr angenehm und funktioniert prima. Lediglich die Zufahrtsstraße (400-500 m) zu den 3-4 Häusern ist sehr gewöhnungsbedürftig (Schotterpiste bei der das Auto das eine oder andere mal aufsitzt) . Hier sollte dringend was gemacht werden!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024