4 soveværelser3 badeværelserPlads til 10 personer210 m2
Populære faciliteter
Pool
Aircondition
Havudsigt
Boblebad
Køkken
Vaskemaskine
Den nuværende pris er 3.148 kr.
3.148 kr.
inkluderer skatter og gebyrer
16. maj - 17. maj
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Om overnatningsstedet
Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt
Villa Balos (amfimala) er en vidunderlig privat villa. Vores nybyggede villa tilbyder 4 rummelige soveværelser. Vores villa har panoramaudsigt over Middelhavet. Vores gæster kan sidde og nyde solnedgangen og solopgangen hver morgen og aften. Du vil leje vores private villa på 200m2 på en privat grund 1. 500 m2 omgivet af en have med eksotiske træer, blomster, græsplæne og naturlige surrondings. Villa Balos tilbyder en stor privat pool, som er ideel til familier og venner. Vores villa er beliggende i Georgiopoulis. Placeringen af Villaen er ideel til familier, der søger en afslappende ferie tæt på havet og mange attraktioner. En perfekt locaction. Den ideelle løsning til vennegrupper, familier med børn, bryllupper eller andre, der søger en privat flugt! Vores fuldt udstyret køkken fører til en terrasse perfekt til solnedgangsmomenter. Villa Balos tilbyder også LCD-plasma-tv med kontinental satellit-system og trådløs trådløs internetforbindelse. Du kan nyde luksus, stilhed, naturlig skønhed og kombinationen af traditionelle og moderne elementer, til din absolutte afslapning. Vores villa har 4 soveværelser med egen balkon med havudsigt, som kan rumme 8-10 gæster, spiseplads, stue, fuldt udstyret køkken, 3 badeværelser med hydromassage og alle faciliteter, legeplads, grillområde, hvor du og dine gæster kan nyde og forberede dine måltider, gratis parkering til dig og dine gæster og en rummelig privat pool. På anmodning kan personalet bestå af en kok. En velkommen kurv vil vente på dig ved din ankomst med lokale drikkevarer, frugter og traditionelle smag. Du er velkommen til at spørge ejerne alt hvad du behøver (biludlejning, nyttige tips om udflugter og sightseeing). Ca. 600m fra villaen er centrum af Georgioupolis hvor du kan finde mange butikker, supermarkeder, traditionelle markeder, caféer og barer. Det har en stor legeplads for vores små venner med skatepark, cykelsti og udendørs motionsrum. Den organiserede strand Georgioupolis med guldsandet ligger 500m fra villaen. Bortset fra solbadning er velegnet til fiskeri og forskellige vandsport "Kournas sø", som ligger omkring 3 km fra villaen. Det er den største naturlige sø på Kreta. Du kan nyde at svømme i søen, en tur på pedalo eller en tur rundt om det smukke landskab. Det er omgivet af traditionelle græske taverner og cafeterier, og du kan nyde lokale smag eller din kaffe med den fine udsigt. Den traditionelle "Rethymno by" er omkring 18 km, mens den naturskønne Chania by er omkring 30 km. Souda havn er tilgængelig for 28 km, "Chania lufthavn" er 42 km og "Heraklion lufthavn" er 100 km.
* Boligen kan tilbyde 2 ekstra senge, og en sofa er også egnet som en sovesofa. ** Vi tilbyder rengøringsservice hver tredje dag mod betaling.
Faciliteter på overnatningsstedet
Strand
På stranden
Strandhåndklæder
Strandliggestole
Pool- og spafaciliteter
Boblebad
Privat pool
Udendørs pool
Internet
Tilgængeligt i villaen: gratis Wi-Fi
Parkering og transport
Bil anbefales
Mulighed for handicapparkering og parkering til minibusser
Køkken
Blender
Brødrister
Elkedel
Isterningmaskine
Kaffe-/temaskine
Kogeplade
Krydderier
Køkkengrej, tallerkener og køkkenredskaber
Køkkenrulle
Køleskab
Mikrobølgeovn
Opvaskemaskine
Ovn
Spisning
Spisebord
Soveværelser
4 soveværelser
Sengelinned til rådighed
Sovesofa
Badeværelse
3 badeværelser
Boblebadekar
Bruser
Håndklæder til rådighed
Hårtørrer
Shampoo
Sæbe
Toiletpapir
Opholdsområder
Spisebord
Stue
Underholdning
Bøger
Smart-tv med kabel-/satellitkanaler
Spil
Stereoanlæg
Udendørsarealer
Balkon
Grillfaciliteter
Have
Indhegnet gårdhave
Terrasse
Udendørs møbler
Tøjvask
Vaskemaskine
Vaskeri
Arbejdsområder
Printer
Skrivebord
Komfort
Aircondition
Varme
Kæledyr
Kæledyrsvenligt
Hjælp til personer med et handicap
Hvis du vil anmode om hjælp til personer med et handicap, bedes du kontakte overnatningsstedet via kontaktoplysningerne i din reservationsbekræftelse.
Handicapparkering
Handicapparkering til minibus
Handicapvenlig parkeringsplads
Ingen elevator (overnatningssted i ét plan)
Særlige rygeområder
Service og tjenester
Pengeskab
Strygejern/strygebræt
Områdets højdepunkter
I bjergene
I centrum
I en landsby
I landlige omgivelser
På en flod
På en sø
Tæt på bugten
Tæt på et hospital
Tæt på et kurbad eller en spa
Tæt på et shoppingoutlet
Tæt på havet
Tæt på marinaen
Ved siden af en golfbane
Ved vandet
Oplevelser
Båd
Cykler
Golf
Motionscenter
Mulighed for golf
Tennis
Udstyr til vandsport
Basketball i nærheden
Bjergklatring i nærheden
Dykning i nærheden
Fiskeri i nærheden
Fuglekiggeri i nærheden
Golf i nærheden
Kasino i nærheden
Mountainbiking i nærheden
Mulighed for at gå på jagt i nærheden
Mulighed for at ride i nærheden
Mulighed for at sejle i motorbåd i nærheden
Mulighed for at sejle i nærheden
Mulighed for at stå på jetski i nærheden
Mulighed for at stå på vandski i nærheden
Mulighed for at svømme i nærheden
Naturvandringer i nærheden
Snorkling i nærheden
Surfing/bodyboarding i nærheden
Vandre-/cykelstier i nærheden
Vingårdsture i nærheden
Watertubing i nærheden
Windsurfing i nærheden
Økoture i nærheden
Sikkerhedsforanstaltninger
Ingen kuliltedetektor (værten har angivet, at der ikke er en kuliltedetektor på overnatningsstedet, men der er gasapparater – medbring eventuelt en bærbar detektor)
Ingen røgalarm (værten har angivet, at der ikke er en røgalarm på overnatningsstedet)
Du modtager en e-mail fra værten med instruktioner til indtjekning og udtjekning
Oplysninger fra overnatningsstedet kan være oversat ved hjælp af automatiserede oversættelsesværktøjer
Kæledyr
Kæledyr er tilladt
Servicedyr er tilladt, og der opkræves ikke gebyrer
Begrænsninger gælder. For flere oplysninger kan du kontakte overnatningsstedet via telefonnummeret på reservationsbekræftelsen
Børn og ekstra senge
Børn er velkomne
Begivenheder
Arrangementer er ikke tilladt
Rygning
Rygning er tilladt: I udvalgte områder
Vigtige oplysninger
Godt at vide
Dette overnatningssted udlejes af en professionel vært, der udlejer som en virksomhed eller et erhverv.
Gebyrer for ekstra opredninger kan forekomme og varierer afhængigt af overnatningsstedets politik
Gyldigt billed-ID og kreditkort, debetkort eller kontant depositum kan være påkrævet ved indtjekning til dækning af påløbende udgifter
Særlige ønsker afhænger af tilgængelighed ved indtjekning og kan medføre ekstra gebyrer. Særlige ønsker kan ikke garanteres
Dette overnatningssted accepterer kontanter
Fester og events for grupper er strengt forbudt på stedet
Værten har angivet, at der ikke er nogen kuliltealarm, men at der er gasapparater på overnatningsstedet. Medbring evt. egen alarm.
Værten har angivet, at der ikke er en røgalarm på overnatningsstedet
Overnatningsstedets sikkerhedsforanstaltninger inkluderer brandslukker, førstehjælpskasse og lås med dødbolt
Dette overnatningssted administreres gennem vores samarbejdspartner Vrbo. Du modtager en e-mail fra Vrbo med et link til en Vrbo-konto, hvorfra du kan ændre eller afbestille din booking
Overnatningsstedets registreringsnummer 1044081
Hvis du afbestiller din reservation, er dette underlagt værtens afbestillingspolitik. I overensstemmelse med EU's regler om forbrugerrettigheder er reservation af overnatning ikke omfattet af fortrydelsesretten.
Vi bør nævne
Som følge af nationale reguleringer kan der ikke overføres mere end 500 USD i kontanter på dette overnatningssted. Kontakt overnatningsstedet via kontaktoplysningerne i reservationsbekræftelsen for flere oplysninger
Det anbefales at have en bil for at komme til og fra dette overnatningssted
Om området
Denne villa befinder sig i Apokoronas i centrum og på stranden. Antikke Lappa og Agios Nikolaos Fort er nogle af de lokale seværdigheder, du kan opleve. Er du mere interesseret i at udforske naturen, kan du kigge forbi Georgioupoli Strand og Kalyváki. Udforsk områdets muligheder for oplevelser på, i og ved vandet såsom jetski og dykning i nærheden, eller nyd godt af den fri natur ved at kaste dig ud i mulighederne hvad angår mountainbiking og ridning. Besøg vores rejseguide til Georgioupoli
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 43 min. kørsel
Restauranter
Κεντρική Πλατεία Γεωργιούπολης
9 min. gang
Γρηγόρης
4 min. gang
Panorama Bar
13 min. gang
Georgioupolis Beach Canteen
12 min. gang
Paradise Beach Bar
2 min. kørsel
Ofte stillede spørgsmål
Har Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt en pool?
Ja, dette overnatningssted har en udendørs pool.
Hvad koster det at overnatte hos Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt?
Priserne for 1 nat for 2 voksne hos Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt den 16. maj 2026 starter fra 3.148 kr., inkl. skatter og gebyrer, fra og med den 14. maj 2026. Denne pris er baseret på den laveste pris pr. nat fundet inden for de seneste 24 timer for ophold i de næste 30 dage. Priser kan til enhver tid ændres. Vælg dine datoer for mere præcise priser.
Er Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt et kæledyrsvenligt overnatningssted?
Ja, kæledyr er tilladt på dette overnatningssted. Visse begrænsninger kan gælde. Kontakt overnatningsstedet for at få flere oplysninger.
Hvor meget koster parkering hos Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt?
Der er mulighed for parkering på overnatningsstedet.
Hvornår er indtjekning på Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt?
Indtjekning starter kl. 15.00.
Hvornår er udtjekning på Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt?
Udtjekning er kl. 12.00.
Hvor ligger Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt?
Reserver et ophold lige ud til stranden på denne villa i Apokoronas. denne villa ligger i centrum, mindre end 2 km fra Georgioupoli Strand og Kalyváki. Derudover ligger Kournas-søen 3,6 km derfra.
Anmeldelser af Villa Balos med fantastisk havudsigt
Anmeldelser
Enestående
Alle de viste anmeldelser er indsendt af rigtige gæster. Kun rejsende, som har booket et ophold hos os, kan indsende en anmeldelse. Vi verificerer anmeldelser i henhold til vores retningslinjer og offentliggør alle anmeldelser, hvad enten de er positive eller negative.
Bedømmelse på 10 − Fremragende. 18 af i alt 20 anmeldelser
10 - Fremragende
18
Bedømmelse på 8 − Udmærket. 2 af i alt 20 anmeldelser
8 - Udmærket
2
Bedømmelse på 6 − Okay. 0 af i alt 20 anmeldelser
6 - Okay
0
Bedømmelse på 4 − Dårligt. 0 af i alt 20 anmeldelser
4 - Dårligt
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Bedømmelse på 2 − Forfærdeligt. 0 af i alt 20 anmeldelser
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Rengøring
9,6
Området
Anmeldelser
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Dmitry L.
13. dec. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Scenic views villa
Stunning views of the sea and mountains, lots of space inside, huge balcony, beautiful place for extended family stay.
Dmitry L.
Overnattede 7 nætter i december 2024
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Rowan H.
13. jul. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Beautiful villa in a wonderful location - views across the olive groves to the sea, with the stunning mountains behind us. Perfectly equipped and very comfortable. Michael was the best and kindest host we have ever experienced - thank you for a fantastic holiday for our two families!
Rowan H.
Overnattede 14 nætter i juni 2025
Verificeret
8/10 Godt
Per S.
16. jul. 2018
Very nice house and pool
The house had everyrhing, nice rooms, lots of terraces and a great pool.
The family were also very friendly and helpful.
Per S.
Overnattede 8 nætter i juni 2018
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Louana S.
26. jun. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Superschöne Villa
Ich war mit meinen Freundinnen auf Kreta und wir hatten eine wunderschöne Zeit! Der Ausblick von der Unterkunft war einfach atemberaubend – jeden Tag ein neues Highlight. Michail war ein großartiger Gastgeber: superfreundlich, hilfsbereit und herzlich. Dank ihm haben wir uns vom ersten Moment an willkommen und gut aufgehoben gefühlt. Wir würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Vielen Dank, Michail!
Louana S.
Overnattede 4 nætter i juni 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Monika K.
9. okt. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Wunderbar
Das Haus ist sehr schön, sauber und hat alles nötige vor Ort für einen unbeschwerten Urlaub.
Wir haben unsere Woche sehr genossen.
Der Empfang mit verschiedenen Getränken im Kühlschrank und einer hausgemachten Patizio könnte nicht besser sein.
Das Haus ist sehr zu empfehlen.
Monika K.
Overnattede 7 nætter i september 2023
Verificeret
8/10 Godt
John C.
19. jul. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Beautiful Sea Views and a host that excels.
Michael can only be described as the perfect host. He provided a meal when we arrived and was attentive and helpful at all times. Michael and his family really excelled when we needed a few days extra accommodation at the end of our booked stay, due to a crisis in our family.
The villa is further from the town centre than we anticipated, involving walking along a fairly busy road with no footpath.
In all other aspects it was a lovely location
John C.
Overnattede 14 nætter i juni 2024
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Paul C.
10. aug. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
The villa is wonderful, exactly as listed and the host Michael is a pleasure to deal with. The whole communication process from start to finish with him was so straightforward and he will go out of his way to help you in any way he can. Arriving to a traditional home cooked dish that was actually still warm was a lovely touch and was appreciated by us all. The views from the villa are great, mountains one side and the sea the other. The garden and pool area are lovely to spend lazy days relaxing and we made use of the bbq facilities twice too. It’s a 5-10 min walk into town but I actually enjoyed this, some of our party would get taxis back at night, these were always available and cost only 5. Spoilt for choice with restaurants in the town and I don’t think we had a bad meal once across the whole 2 weeks! Beaches are great, always a bar nearby and there is a little tourist train which runs hourly to get you to other local attractions in the area such as Lake Kournas, where we swam with turtles. If you are thinking of going to Georgioupolis and you haven’t been before l would definitely recommend it and I would also definitely recommend Michael and his villa, together they enabled us to have a brilliant family holiday. Thankyou Michael.
Paul C.
Overnattede 14 nætter i juli 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Debbie W.
31. maj 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Perfect Holiday
This was our first time in Crete and first time staying at a villa. We had the best time ever!! The villa is so beautiful and had everything you needed. Even a full size hairdryer in the master bedroom. There was a washing machine in one of the bathrooms and a clothes line to hang. When we arrived there was a hot meal and greek salad. Fridge had juic, beer, jam, lunch meat and cheese and was fresh fruit. Just what we needed after a very long trip from Canada to get there. Michael the host was just the nicest person. He went out of his way to always make us feel welcome and we consider him our good friend now. The village of Georgioupoli is a very lovely place and the walk down is about 15 minutes. A cab home was only 5 euros. Lots of shops and restaurants and the people are the friendliest we have ever met. This place is a true gem. Thank you for everyrhing Michael and especially your friendship. We will cherish it always
Debbie W.
Overnattede 15 nætter i maj 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Curious N.
23. aug. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Excellent villa, well situated, with a lovely villa owner
This villa ticks all the boxes, well situated overlooking the local town is clean, well maitained and the best equipped we have been to. For example, dishwasher tablets, washing up powder etc...even a tap producing filtered water meaning we dont have to buy and carry litres of water. The pool was always clean, the air con works and the tv has loads of options.
The villa owner Michael could not have been more helpful, we arrived with a hot meal left for us, and a fridge with all sorts such as salad and beer.
It really is a 10min walk to the town maybe 12-15mins to the beach, the sea is warm, restaurants were good and people were nice. You can easily get by without a car although we rented locally from Mikes who where well priced and drove the car to and from our villa.
If we visit Crete again we would defintely want to come back to this villa.
Curious N.
Overnattede 14 nætter i august 2023
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Catherine B.
8. jun. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Fabulous villa in great location
We had a wonderful time at Michael's villa Balos/Amfimala. The house is excellently located just outside Georgioupolis, where there is a beautiful sandy and safe beach, small harbour, village square and numerous shops, tavernas and bars. If you travel a little further afield you can visit the Venetian cities of Chania and Rethymnon easily by car or by the reliable and cheap bus service, as well as some lovely small traditional villages in the mountains.
Michael is a great and attentive host. We were welcomed to the villa and he kindly provided a hot meal with Greek salad, a thoughtful touch for our first meal. He visited daily to empty bins and service the pool so we were able to ask him for his advice on the best places to eat. When we had a small issue, he was there immediately on phoning and it was swiftly sorted out.
The villa has everything you need for a relaxing stay. The pool was excellent and spotlessly clean. The views are lovely and the walk to the town is easy for adults and older children; we hired a car which was useful for younger ones.
Highly recommended 😊
Catherine B.
Overnattede 7 nætter i maj 2024
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
George C.
18. sep. 2022
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great Property, Great Location, Great Hosts
Lovely comfortable house with great Cretan location; day trips to Chania, Rethymnon, and Irakleion as well as archaeological sites Aptera, Knossos, Elevtherna easily accessible from this property; fantastic beaches just a few km away; and garden pool a great place to cool off when the day is done. Thank you, Mihalis!
George C.
Overnattede 14 nætter i september 2022
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Stefan K.
1. aug. 2022
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Perfekt familjesemester
Bra läge, otroligt bra värdskap. Centralt för utflykter överallt. Fina omgivningar
Stefan K.
Overnattede 9 nætter i juli 2022
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Madlaina B.
25. jul. 2022
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Kreta in vollem Charm
Michael hat alles perfekt organisiert und uns in den Reisevorbereitungen geholfen.
Die Woche in Kreta was toll, Nahe dem Meer, dem Städchen und zu Hause haben wir am Abend den Sonnenuntergang genossen
Madlaina B.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2022
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
PETER B.
6. jun. 2022
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
May 2022 Trip to Crete
My family and I have been renting VRBOs for many years. This house is at the absolute top of our list. The house was spacious and immaculate. The panoramic views from the roof are amazing. The town (Georgioupoli) has a great beach, and great shops and restaurants. The pool was awesome, even at the end of May. Swimming in the morning was my granddaughters favorite part of our entire trip to Greece. Finally, Mihalis and his wife were one of the most thoughtful, and friendliest hosts we have ever rented from. They even prepared a fresh Greek salad and a warm casserole for our arrival. When we come back to Crete, we will definitely stay here again if available. Thank you Mihalis for making our stay in Crete so memorable.
PETER B.
Overnattede 3 nætter i maj 2022
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Tracy C.
19. aug. 2020
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Superb villa, outstanding host!
We had an amazing last minute break at this villa. I cannot express how great Michael was throughout, nothing was too much trouble. We had a late flight and he had a hot meal and drinks waiting for us, with some breakfast in the fridge too! Communication was no problem, he is very responsive. The villa is amazing, views were for. It's spacious, spotless and relaxing. The villa is a 10 min walk to plenty of bars and restaurants, shops and supermarkets. It is up a slight hill, but you do not need to be super fit! Would totally recommend the villa and Michael as a host!
Tracy C.
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Martha B.
27. sep. 2019
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
A little piece of heaven
Four of us, all senior citizens, stayed for a week at Villa Balos. It was absolutely fabulous. The amenities, with space to enjoy being together and also plenty of places to be comfortably alone to rest, were top notch; Mihalis and his wife were superb hosts; and the view of the sea was spectacular. We were tempted to move in permanently. We can't imagine a more perfect place.
Martha B.
Overnattede 7 nætter i september 2019
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Torunn Eppeland H.
9. jul. 2019
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Perfect holiday🌞
Very Nice house. Perfect holiday house for a big family of 8 people🤗🤗
Torunn Eppeland H.
Overnattede 9 nætter i juni 2019
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Helen Bissett B.
11. jun. 2018
Beautiful villa
We have just returned from a holiday at the beautiful villa Balos !
We were a party ranging from 15 - 70 and the Villa suited everyone. It has everything you need , private and the views over the village are amazing.
The village is a 10 minute walk with plenty of Tavernas and if you want to get a taxi back there are plenty and the cost 5 euro. We hired bikes from the village which were great for cycling to get fresh bread on a morning.
Michalis was the perfect host and answered any questions we had. The meal on arrival was delicious and much appreciated !!
He helped with transfers and organise a boat trip which was great.
Would fully recommend the Villa !!! Great holiday .
Helen Bissett B.
Overnattede 7 nætter i maj 2018
Fra arkiv
10/10 Fremragende
Darren S.
4. sep. 2017
Perfect location
We stopped here the last week in August and found it to be the perfect home from home. We found the villa spacious and very well equipped. It was a ten minute walk to the centre of Town where there is plenty of places to eat. Michalis, the villa owner was the perfect host and made us feel very welcome and popped up daily to sort the rubbish out and check the pool. Nothing was too much trouble, he even helped us by organising our transfers to and from the villa. We will be returning at the earliest opportunity. Thank you to Michalis and his family. We shall definitely see you again!!!
Darren S.
Overnattede 7 nætter i august 2017
Fra arkiv
10/10 Fremragende
richard j.
29. aug. 2017
Wonderful Villa and People
We have just returned from 10 days wonderful holiday at Villa Balos.
On arrival we were met by Mihalis, his wife Irene and his son - a nice touch to meet the family. We were made most welcome then and throughout our stay. One of the family would visit every couple of days to make sure everything was OK, and also responded quickly to email to answer any questions we had.
We were pleasantly surprised to find a meal had been prepared and left for us - Greek salad, bread, bottle of wine and a huge dish of pastitsio cooked by Irene. The pastitsio was so good we said we would be happy to pay for another, which duly appeared together with a lemon sweet, but they would not accept any payment. If you are lucky to treated like this you will find Irene is a great cook.
Having visited Crete several times and toured most of the island, we did not have a hire car trip. When Mihalis realised this, he offered several times to drive us to get shopping.
They really could not have done more to make our stay a pleasant one.
The villa itself was spacious, well furnished and well appointed - definitely a lovely home not just a holiday let. From it's elevated position it had fabulous, panaromic views across Georgiopoli to the bay, and to side and rear across open countryside to hills and mountains.
It was a 15-20 minute walk to the central square in the village or the beach, with some short uphill sections as you near the villa, more than made up for by the resultant views. You only need to be reasonably fit to cope with these - as a reference our group ages ranged from 16 to 68 and no-one had any problems.
Many thanks to Mihalis and his family, if we visit Georgiopoli again, and we may do given the beach, village and tavernas on offer, we would not hesitate to stay again at Villa Balos.