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Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious

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A pool area with lounge chairs, a sofa, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the sea.
A spacious living area with a dining table, white chairs, and a modern chandelier.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
An outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table, a potted orchid, and white lanterns.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 83175 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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chania, Crete
  • Place, Tombs of Venizelos
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Nea Chora Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Souda
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chania

With a stay at this villa, you'll be centrally located in Chania, within a 15-minute drive of Old Venetian Harbor and Port of Souda. .This family-friendly villa is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from Agia Marina Beach and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Nea Chora Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tombs of Venizelos - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Chania Central Market - 9 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Nea Chora Beach - 12 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Port of Souda - 15 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ονειρα γλυκά - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Κουκουβάγια - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bourakis - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Πίτσες Μπλε Pizza Blue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ραχατι - ‬4 min drive

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 Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious

Location

The villa is located in Akrotiri, near Monte Vardia, by the forest of St. Matthews, 5 km east of Chania. The peninsula of Akrotiri is well known for its natural beauty but also for the important historical events that took place there, offering many monuments to visit.
Considering the villa as your starting point, you will have the opportunity to visit the area attractions, but the entire island as well. During your stay it is worth navigating through Akrotiri and admire natural landscapes of extreme contrasts, beaches with green waters and beautiful sand, historical sites, monasteries and caves of infinite natural beauty, at a short distance from the villa.

The Villa

The Villa is a part of a residence group, located at an idyllic location on a cliff next to the forest of St. Matthews, at the location Monte Vardia, giving the visitors an incredible unobstructed view of the city and the Cretan Sea. It is built in plot with landscaped gardens and a lush grove with centenarian trees and a private swimming pool. It is the ideal scenery to enjoy carefree private moments under the sun, refresh yourself with a swim and gaze at the sea and the landscape helping you forget about daily routines and taste the Greek summer. The Villa’s spacious and brightful interior, tastefully decorated with luxurious furniture and unique artwork, makes it the ultimate summer resort for you to enjoy your vacation with luxury and comfort at a famous Greek island.

The Villa is built in two levels with modern design and comfy spaces. At the ground floor of the house there is a dining room, a living room with a fireplace and a big office, all in one continuous space. There’s also a fully equipped kitchen with built-in appliances and electrical devices, a master bedroom with built-in cabinets and its own bathroom, a laundry room and a small W.C. The ground floor space is surrounded by big windows which offer unlimited view. At the first floor there are two large bedrooms with their own separate bathrooms and built-in cabinets. The balconies which are at the perimeter of the building are very large and offer a unique view all year long. The Villa has a private pool surrounded by lawn, a shaped garden that offers a variety of herbs, flowers and trees and a furnished veranda with comfortable sun beds and a living room. It also has an exterior dining room, a barbeque and a wood oven to enjoy the unique Cretan flavors while staring at the infinite blue and the picturesque city of Chania.

General Details.

Capacity: 8 people, 6 people in 3 bedrooms and 2 additional people under request.
The plot : 6000 meters.
The house : 295 sq. m. on two levels.

Facilities and equipment

Private pool: 50 sq. m.
Panoramic view (mountains, city and sea.)
Barbeque and wood oven
Exterior Dining and living room
A.C. in all bedrooms and the living room
Central Heating
Wifi
Safe
Laundry room with washing machine and iron.
Fireplace
Audioplayer
DVD player & TV
Desktop Computer
TV
PC
Oven and stove with gas
Microwave
Dishwasher
Toaster
Coffee maker
Kettle
Washing machine
Iron

Services

Services included at the rental price:

Welcome at your arrive with traditional treats
Cleaning
Linen change
Pool cleaning and gardening

Additional Services available upon request with extra charge:

Apart from the basic services offered to our guests, there are many others that we can offer upon request, but in case you would like something different do not hesitate to ask us.
Transportation from and to the airport or the port
Daily linen change
Babysitting
Food supplies and household products, before arrival and during your stay
Cooking, traditional Cretan dishes or cuisine of your choice
Car or boat rental
Guided tours
Medical services
Massage indoors
Grooming and Care
Personal Trainer
Event organization
Sightseeing tours
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this villa include babysitting and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, express check-in, and express check-out.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 3,175 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Note from host: upon request

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Upon request

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: upon request
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 1042Κ132K3165401

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Villa Mariposa- Panoramic Sea View - Near Chania City - Private Pool - Spacious Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house, grounds and pool were beautiful. We had a very nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property. Spotlessly clean and super stylish. The views were amazing. Awesome place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Great place to stay

The house was perfect for my family. Great location and beautiful views.
Nice barbeque set up.
Great pool with a view
Sea view
Sunset
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lafir T.

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

Excellent place for family with kids

The property was amazing, the host was very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jasmaer S.

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

Great stay

Everything was perfect. Diana and her family were a very friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron W.

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

Great time

House is stunning!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with incredible views. Great location within a few minute drive to Chania Old Port. Our family didn’t want to leave! Amazing.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Wonderful!!

We loved staying at the home of Stratos and Diana. Our stay was absolutely wonderful only made better by the most delicious spanakopita from their mom! Wonderful all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Simply the best

Everything was fabulous. Our hosts are warm wonderful people
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tobias S.

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

Super vacation!

The Villa was super nice, everything worked perfectly, from the check-in (which we were kindly allowed to do in the morning instead of noon) to the chech-out. Diana is very nice host, we could always reach her and she gave us good tips about beaches, restaurants and other destinations.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

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

Wonderful home in Chania!

Kids loved the pool and the check in was great. Wonderful welcome gifts when we got in. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc W.

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

A few spring days in Crete

The property is wonderful and the hosts are exceptional. The basket of fruit, fresh-baked bread and property-harvested olive oil were a wonderful touch. I wish the pool was heated. The views are outstanding, the beds quite comfortable, and the kitchen well-stocked with equipment. Would definitely recommend to a large family or two.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lill B.

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

A great place for vacation.

Villa Mariposa was a great place for vacation to my whole family, ranging from 1-63 yrs. A spacious and well-equipped house, beautiful surroundings with a wonderful view over the city and ocean. Everything was perfect except for the swimming pool which was not heated and therefore too cold for our two toddlers. I can highly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caren P.

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

Paradise in Crete

This property is really beautiful and larger than it appears in the photos. The house is comfortable, stylish, well-located for trips to Chania and great beaches, and extremely well-equipped. The view is amazing! Diana, the owner, is very helpful. There was an unusual dust storm right before we arrived and Diana and her team went to great lengths to make sure everything was cleaned up (even the leaves on the plants!)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

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

Pauline's 60th

Amazing villa - pictures don't do it justice. Bit of a long walk to town, so maybe a hire car would have been good. Diana was an excellent host, and really helpful throughout the week. We had the best time!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

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

Paradise on Crete Island

Imagine serene landscape, amazing views, brisk sea breezes and a space like heaven. That is Villa Mariposa. Diana and her team are a rare commodity today. If you’re looking for a slice of heaven on Crete, with access to all the important and rare spots on the island in short drive, you have no choice but Villa Mariposa!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon M.

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

Fantastic Villa with a view

Villa Mariposa provided everything we were looking for. Luxurious and immaculately clean villa, beautifully tended gardens, a pool big enough to swim in and the most amazing views from its hilltop position. Shops and bakery/cafe 10 minutes down the hill and Chania a short drive away. We hired a car via Stratos and Diana from the lovely Eirini at "Drive-it" and found the island easy to explore. Highly recommended and hope to come back.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DAVID S.

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

Chania vacation

The property was fantastic. We spent almost as much time at the pool with a view than the great beaches. Diana, the owner, was more than helpful with anything we needed. We will definitely stay here again if we return to Chania. Driving in Chania was tough but parking in Chania is even more challenging if you are driving a small van. We really like Stavros, Parili Kalatha and Paltanis beach were great. We really enjoyed KouKouVaya for deserts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

iqbal a.

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

July 2023 Crete vacation

Beautiful, luxurious house. We stayed for 7 days. Very clean, well maintained.We enjoyed the pool, the kitchen was fully equipped. Our hosts stocked the pantry & fridge with welcome items. It was very kind of them. Very close to Hania downtown, supermarket. Our hosts recommended restaurants, day trips, they were very helpful! Would go there again in a heartbeat! ❤️❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek H.

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

Wonderful Villa Near Chania

We loved our stay at Villa Mariposa. The villa is just on the outskirts of Chania and is everything it is advertised to be in the listing. We were far enough from town to relax by the pool and enjoy the view but still close enough to go in fto explore or have or dinner almost every night. Communication with the owners was easy and the villa has everything anyone would need if you want to stay in and cook too. There were several beaches nearby that we visited regularly and we took several day trips to other parts of western Crete. All in all could not have asked for anything more. Hope to come back for a longer visit next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexis N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply my best stay ever.Diana was not simply a super super host but an amazing being. The property is close to the airport, old city Chania, restaurants and more. Accessing the main highways was very easy. The pool wow.And last but not least was the hidden gem outside the kitchen that was our all day sitting area, away from the sun but with a nice breeze.Honestly we did not want to leave and definitely the villa will be our home away from home when we return to Chania.The views are spectacular, the comfort is like home, the kitchen well stacked. An addition that did not appear in the pictures is a new railing for the stairs to the bedrooms.Before booking, one review that impressed me was that the pictures don’t make it justice. Well I second the motion. Thank you again Diana and regards to all.
View from the living room
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susanne R.

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Das Haus ist super ausgestattet und die Aussicht sensationell. Diana hat uns sehr nett empfangen. Ein Begrüßungskuchen stand bereit. Nach einer langen Tour durch die Samaria Schlucht hat uns ein spinatauflauf von ihrer Mutter erwartet. Sehr lecker. Wir haben uns so wohl gefühlt. Waren mit unseren erwachsenen Kindern dort. Sehr zu empfehlen
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blake D.

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

Lovely house overlooking the sea

The house was perhaps the best part of our trip to Crete. It’s is in a great spot overlooking the bay. Quiet (apart from the cicadas) and comfortable. And close to everything you’ll need for a great family vacation There are a few things worth noting. Whilst very close to Chania the house is quite rural and this means there’s a lot of winged nature about. The cicadas can be deafening and territorial. This wasn’t an issue for us but if you’re afraid of bugs, take note! There’s an owners apartment under the house and you share a driveway. Again this wasn’t an issue for us. Diana’s parents keep to themselves but we’re also very helpful - her dad even brought us some tomatoes. They have a friendly dog, but neither imposed on us at any time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mari V.

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

What an amazing week!

We had a fantastic week at Villa Mariposa! The house is beautifully appointed, clean and comfortable. The villa is 5km outside of downtown Chania. A perfect location for us! The villa is just out of town on a hill with an amazing view and lovely breeze. We spent our mornings having coffee on the comfy outdoor couch enjoying the spectacular view. And our evenings after a swim and dinner, on that couch with drinks - gorgeous! Don’t miss Diana’s many wonderful recommendations. Diana and her mother were terrific hosts! Diana was available to answer questions and provide recommendations. Her mother met us at the villa for a tour and left us with a stunning lemon brush cake and homemade orange jam from their garden. For Father’s Day, Diana arranged a caterer to cook an authentic Creatan meal - it was fantastic! What a treat! Don’t miss Mitsos for BBQ and Carte Postale for a lovely drink at sunset. And the beaches along the “peninsula”. The beach/cove at Zorba’s is a bit touristy, but there is beach restaurant service. Go during the week for a quieter experience. My husband and son loved swimming there. And my son’s hike to the cave was a highlight. Don’t miss the Chania Archeological Museum and Old Town Chania. I hope to return to Chania. If so, we would love to stay at Villa Mariposa! What an amazing week! Thank you Diana!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

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

Amazing villa that is even better than the pictures

7 of us stayed at the villa for 8 nights and really enjoyed both our stay and Chania/ Crete as a whole. - The pool is even bigger than it looks and a great size, all 7 of us fit in it comfortabley - Towels are frequently changed and in general the staff are very friendly and helpful - Great extra appliances like toastie maker, coffee machine, washing machine, etc - Amazing views, from any point in the villa you can see either the sea or the mountains - Easy accessibility to a 24/hr mart within walking distance and 7 min ride into the centre of town
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022