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Villa Galania
Armeni, Crete
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From £99 per night
Sleeps (Max)
4
Bedrooms
2
Shower Rooms
3
Maid Service
Twice weekly
Pool
Private 9m x 4m
A/C
Included
Beach
Kalives, 10 min drive
Tavernas
Armeni, 15 min walk
Mini Market
Armeni, 15 min walk
Car Hire
Essential
Chania Airport
45 mins
Heraklion Airport
100 mins
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Freelance's "Easter Holidays In Crete" Selection

Villa Galania, Armeni, Crete      

*** Featured in Sunday Times "Europe's 100 Sexiest Summer Villas" *** 

Set on a small hill above the village of Armeni but only 800 metres from the village square, Villa Galania is ideally placed to enjoy the rural idyll whilst still being within reasonable walking distance of local shops and tavernas and just ten minutes by car from the sandy beaches of Kalives.

Parking the car for the first time and then walking up past a small copse of Holme Oak trees where a hammock has been slung and around the corner of the villa, it is easy to imagine you have stepped into a page of Harpers Bazaar or Vogue  The pale pastel rose facade of the villa and beautiful pool at one with the serenely peaceful backdrop of rural Crete and the White Mountains which may still have snow during Easter Holidays in Crete.

The young owners of Villa Galania have created a very atmospheric period style property with the skillful use of simple local materials. Covered balconies and terraces provide shade and respite from the heat of the sun, whilst the villas stone faced doorways and rough hewn timbered ceilings add an authentic touch of the past.

Despite the historic Crete flavour, Villa Galania is furnished and equipped to a very high standard and the owners really have ticked all the boxes down to the smallest detail.

Outside around the 9m x 4m pool and adjoining children's pool, there's a huge amount of living space including a smart alfresco cover dining area, a lounge area, a table soccer, plus a rusticated covered barbecue complete with Cretan oven and a small fridge for drinks.

To one side there's a large area of lawn and in the shade of the Holme Oaks is a well stocked herb garden with the folk song classics of parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme as well marjoram, mint and a number of other local herbs that Kleanthi uses for brewing tea.

Two covered terraces extend the length of the Villa overlooking the pool. The ground floor is open plan with warm terracotta style tiled floors throughout decorated with interesting rural artefacts and attractive wall hangings.  To one side is a dining area with table and chairs and beyond  is the small well equipped kitchen, with a very large fridge  freezer full oven with ceramic hobs and a dishwasher plus a kitchen sink with the bonus of lovely rural views towards the mountains.Easter Holidays In Crete

At first floor level and reached by a wooden staircase is one twin bedroom (A/C) with en-suite shower room and the slightly extravagant master bedroom with double bed (A/C), lovely stone fireplace and en-suite bathroom with a lavish corner bath to languish in. Both bedrooms have warm and tactile wood floors and french doors opening out onto covered balconies overlooking the pool and with views towards the mountains.

From the landing at the top of the stairs a few steps lead up to a tiny gallery with a desk and chair.

Off the living area at ground floor level of the villa is a further guest shower room where there is also a washing machine. The villa also has a TV with DVD player and a portable CD player.

"A superb luxurious holiday home which we really enjoyed. The swimming pool area is a delight."  Linda Turner - May 2009

Location of Villa Galania
Armeni, Crete

Something of a foodies paradise, the village of Armeni is notable for its large shady plain trees lining the main street where you will find a choice of simple cafenions and three excellent tavernas. There is also a small mini -market and amazingly, a well stocked delicatessen with wonderful local cheeses, yoghurt and charcuterie as well as a large choice of frozen fish! Of a morning, fresh bread is delivered to the cafenion on the small triangular central square, you'll see what we mean! ...More about Armeni >>

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Sunday Times, The coolest villas in Greece - Apr 2011
Sunday Times, The coolest villas in Greece
"Sunday Times, The coolest villas in Greece 3. Villa Galania, Crete - sleeps 4 It might lack a little architectural grace, or Cretan atmosphere, but this well-equipped hill-top house near the north coast would make a superb setting for go-nowhere family holiday. It’s the array of outside spaces that make it special: there’s a children’s pool next to the main pool, shady terraces and balconies, a big deck with wicker armchairs and table football, a separate barbecue area complete Cretan oven, and a herb garden. Chances are, you’ll never get bored. Chania airport is 40 minutes’ drive. "

The Budds - Jul 2011
Perfect !!
"This is the 'perfect' holiday villa."

John F - May 2011
Superb accommodation
"If either a couple or family are looking for privacy in superb accommodation with fantastic scenery then look no further than either Villa Galania or Villa Amvrosia."

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Sunday Times, The coolest villas in Greece - Apr 2011
Sunday Times, The coolest villas in Greece
"Sunday Times, The coolest villas in Greece 3. Villa Galania, Crete - sleeps 4 It might lack a little architectural grace, or Cretan atmosphere, but this well-equipped hill-top house near the north coast would make a superb setting for go-nowhere family holiday. It’s the array of outside spaces that make it special: there’s a children’s pool next to the main pool, shady terraces and balconies, a big deck with wicker armchairs and table football, a separate barbecue area complete Cretan oven, and a herb garden. Chances are, you’ll never get bored. Chania airport is 40 minutes’ drive. "

The Budds - Jul 2011
Perfect !!
"This is the 'perfect' holiday villa."

John F - May 2011
Superb accommodation
"If either a couple or family are looking for privacy in superb accommodation with fantastic scenery then look no further than either Villa Galania or Villa Amvrosia."

Michelle B - Sep 2010
Gorgeous Villa
"A wonderful stay in a most gorgeous villa. Thank-you!"

The Bleathman family - Jun 2010
A perfect holiday villa!!
"As on Radio 2 with Simon Mayo, it is 3 word Wednesday, I can think of the following for our stay at Villa Galania... perfect holiday villa!! Honestly, the villa has the best views, the pool was brilliant for our son, the location was perfect, the bedrooms were great. And the fact that both rooms were so beautiful is so refreshing. So often in a villa there is an obvious master room and then the second room is an after thought but in the case of Villa Galania, the second bedroom is delightful with its own bathroom and balcany. Can't fault it..thank you "

Jo Fuller - Jul 2010
Beautiful with wonderful views
"We were both very impressed with Freelance Holidays. Your contact prior to the holiday was just right. Diane was really friendly and helpful and when we had no electricity one morning was again helpful and made sure we were ok. The accomodation was beautiful with wonderful views of the mountains and so much thought had been put it into it. We liked the way that you felt remote but that actually you were still in a village with great access to the local roads. Another plus though was being surrounded by wildlife at the villa - the swallows, butterflies and other birds, it was perfect. With the price of the euro at the moment we were keen to eat in a bit. The first night we got in extra supplies (although, in the event, had enough in our welcome pack) from the local supermarket in Kalives - we found out later that prices vary and it is as well to shop around a bit. The tavernas in Kalives were awesome - the town had a great atmosphere - local but friendly. I'm ashamed to say that we didn't do much sight seeing. We went to the mountain village of Spilli which was lovely and also to Chania but not much more - we really were there to relax! We will both go back to Crete and Villa Gallania again - as it was wonderful place for a holiday. My parents have used you several times before - hence the reccomendation! "

Gerald Bird - Jul 2009
Loved It !
"Western Crete has really wonderful sandy safe beaches with lovely warm water. We loved Kato Doratsos as it was a sheltered small bay and also Falarsana with its huge unspoilt strands and lively safe sea. If you want a gorge but dont like getting up in the morning try Imbros. It's like Samaria but shorter and without the boat ride. The towns in land are more interesting than some of the coastal resorts - try places like Vrisses and Vamos. Of course Armeni was really nice too with its natural springs , big agricultural plain and THAT villa with the 270 deg view! "

Ian and Pam - Jun 2009
Fab Villa
"We liked the Villa and its position and hope to return. With the temperature at 30+ we gave the walk back from Armeni a miss though! Both Tavernas across the road from the church in Armeni were good as were those near the harbour in Kalives. "

Linda Turner - May 2009
Luxurios holiday home
"A superb luxurious holiday home which we really enjoyed. The swimming pool area is a delight."

Joana Davies - Aug 2008
"We had a really lovely time - we all described the location as paradise and that it was the best holiday we have ever had. The information in the map section of the villa book was fantastic - we really appreciated all the detail especially the guide to parking in Chania. Our rep was very helpful in solving problems and answering queries - she helped us fix the satellite tv which was a good distraction for the children on particularly hot afternoons on our second week and advised us on the best place to get one of the children's ear infections seen to as well. A brilliant experience for all the family and I wish we were still there!"

John Whitehead - Jul 2008
"Great holiday ....villa location brilliant, will book again."

Mr Griffin - Jul 2007
"The villa was lovely."

R Wade - May 2007
"We had a fabulous holiday - our rep was very friendly and helpful and the information file in the villa was invaluable. Thank you "

- Jan 2007
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