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Aretousa - Country house with private pool in Crete

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Aretousa, a cozy country house in Crete's countryside, offers a serene retreat amidst the rolling hills of Drakona. Relax by the private pool or dine al fresco in the garden with barbecue; enjoy air conditioning and WiFi for comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 360 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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.

Aretousa - Country house with private pool in Crete

Country house for 2/3 people with a brand new private pool in the small town of Drakona, Crete.

Aretousa sits in the countryside about 20 km from the beaches near Chania. Drakona is a peaceful small town at the foot of the “White Mountains.” If you love the outdoors, nature, and traditions, you’ll love this house: in town and the neighboring villages, you’ll experience true, authentic Cretan hospitality, and in characteristic tavernas, you’ll **taste traditional Greek food.

The house owners are very welcoming and will be happy to ensure you have an authentic, relaxing experience. The house is small but cosy, and the brand new pool is perfect for cooling off on hot summer days.

At the disposal of Aretousa guests:
Private garden with brand new private pool (4x 2.5 meters; depth: 1.30 m) Air conditioning Wood stove Outdoor dining area with barbecue Wifi internet Washing machine Parking

Distances: Taverna about 1 km from the house, Chania 20 km, Souda 20 km, airport 31 km, Georgioupolis 40 km, Heraklion 140 km, Knossos Palace 140 km.

Please carefully check if there are any extra costs to be paid on site!

===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
70 m2
Ground floor: entrance and living room with wood stove and kitchen (oven, freezer, dishwasher) with dining area; bathroom with shower and washing machine.
Loft: 1 small double bed and 1 single bed.

The following might be to be paid extra: Refundable Security Deposit in cash, Tourist tax.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

96211001

About the area

Map
Drakóna, Crete

What's nearby

  • Sarakina Meskla Gorge - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Chania Central Market - 20 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Port of Souda - 21 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 21 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Nea Chora Beach - 21 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ντόναλντ - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪ΦΟΥΡΝΑΚΙ PIZZA - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Γρηγόρης - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Ο Μαντάς - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Η ταβέρνα της Ηλέκτρας - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aretousa - Country house with private pool in Crete pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aretousa - Country house with private pool in Crete?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aretousa - Country house with private pool in Crete?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aretousa - Country house with private pool in Crete?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aretousa - Country house with private pool in Crete located?

Situated in Chania, this villa is within 9 miles (15 km) of Gorge of Diktamou, Samonas Olive Tree and Sarakina Meskla Gorge. Samonas Cave and Agios Nikolaos Fort are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Aretousa - Country house with private pool in Crete Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Adinda Z.

Review for stay from 12 April 2025 to 19 April 2025

Lovely place in a cozy village. Very nice landlord. The tavern in town had quite good food, and the place was a good starting point for excursions into nature.

10/10 Excellent

Libby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent family holiday then location is extremely picturesque and surrounded by mountains. Everyday we saw the most wonderful sunset and sunrise. Sofia met us at the property, she cleaned and cooked delicious traditional food for us and completed check out, making these processes simple and personal. To enable a family to make the most of the island hiring a car is essential. We explored many beautiful beaches, ports and archaeological ruins as we were blessed with sunshine all week. I would recommend a visit for a lovely family holiday.
Kiani Akti beach
Kalami beach
Chania Old Town Port
The Villa
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Libby B.

Review for stay from 18 August 2025 to 25 August 2025

An excellent family holiday then location is extremely picturesque and surrounded by mountains. Everyday we saw the most wonderful sunset and sunrise. Sofia met us at the property, she cleaned and cooked delicious traditional food for us and completed check out, making these processes simple and personal. To enable a family to make the most of the island hiring a car is essential. We explored many beautiful beaches, ports and archaeological ruins as we were blessed with sunshine all week. I would recommend a visit for a lovely family holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

Sven G.

Review for stay from 24 June 2025 to 01 July 2025

Very peaceful and relaxing location, situated on a mountain road about 30 minutes from Chania. The house, outdoor area, and pool were all very clean and well-maintained. Everything you need for a comfortable stay was provided (incl. air conditioning, kitchen utensils, sun loungers, and umbrellas). Sofia and Machi were extremely friendly (thanks for the food and drinks for the first night, especially for the Moussaka!) and communication with them was excellent. I would definitely book this house again whenever I need a quiet getaway.
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10/10 Excellent

Oceana R.

Review for stay from 17 September 2024 to 22 September 2024

It couldn't have been better ☺️ a very dear family and we've never had such a good reception the welcome basket the homemade moussaka and the house had all the necessary basics. we had never been given such a well prepared house before.Thank you so much for everything. It was my first time in Greece but it won't be my last ❤️
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10/10 Excellent

Florian R.

Review for stay from 16 June 2024 to 22 June 2024

Arrival was very smooth and our hosts were very friendly and welcoming. They had prepared fruits, a moussaka, fresh vegetables and more which was much appreciated after a flight! They also offered a homemade cake midstay. The exterior area is wide and offers a great view and all the equipment was very nice. The house was impeccable and spacious even though we spent all of our time outside. The house is very well equiped and we definetely would come back!
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10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Review for stay from 01 April 2025 to 08 April 2025

The apartment is exactly as listed. We arrived in the evening and the family met us and were so lovely and welcoming with food and drink for us and the fire ready to light. They were helpful and kind. We loved the little house and the area of Drakona and around in the mountains with many little villages to discover, just be careful of the free wandering goats and sheep! The neighbours were friendly and one is the owners grandmother. We recommend this for anyone who wants to escape the tourist traps! However Chania is only 30m drive away.
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

Review for stay from 12 July 2025 to 18 July 2025

Très belle ancienne maison remise au goût du jour toit en gardant son charme. Très bel accueil par Maria. 1ere course faite, fruits, œufs, boissons, tout le nécessaire pour la toilette, jusqu'au lait corporel. Maria nous a fait une moussaka délicieuse. La maison est située dans la montagne, accès pas une belle route...de montagne. L'endroit est fait pour ceux qui aiment le calme et se sentir loin du monde. il faut compter 35 mns de route en lacets pour retourner vers Chania. Cela se fait bien, sauf si l'on n'aime pas les routes de montagne, il faut le savoir. La maison offre toutes les commodités, elle est cosy et accueillante. Un bel endroit à la montagne et en même temps proche de la mer. Une petite piscine permet de se rafraîchir. Les nuits sont plus fraîches l'été qu'en ville, c'est le plus également. Bref que du positif pour les amoureux du bout du monde.
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10/10 Excellent

Christian A.

Review for stay from 20 May 2025 to 27 May 2025

Die Unterkunft ist sehr sauber und gut eingerichtet. Die Vermieterin und ihre Mutter sind äußerst freundlich und immer erreichbar. Absolut ruhige Lage.Ein Auto ist unbedingt erforderlich.
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10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Review for stay from 10 May 2025 to 15 May 2025

Een prachtige locatie en omgeving. Wat een lieve en gastvrije eigenaren. Bedankt voor de heerlijke zelfgemaakte gerechten en het lieve cadeau toen wij uit-checkten! Tip: heerlijke koffie bij Rozemarin!

10/10 Excellent

Christian A.

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

Gerne wieder!

Die Unterkunft ist sehr sauber und gut eingerichtet. Die Vermieterin und ihre Mutter sind äußerst freundlich und immer erreichbar. Absolut ruhige Lage.Ein Auto ist unbedingt erforderlich.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Klaus S.

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Mit einem Wort erklärt: top!

Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Aufenthalt in diesem liebevoll eingerichteten Haus. Auch der Außenbereich war sehr gepflegt und schön gestaltet. Alle paar Tage wurde das Haus gereinigt und die Betten frisch bezogen und jedes Mal stand eine Überraschung auf dem Tisch. Mal frisches Obst, mal etwas frisch gebackenes oder gekochtes. (Hierfür nochmal extra lieben Dank!) Als wir ein Problem mit dem Kamin hatten, kam am nächsten Tag sofort der Vermieter und hat es gerichtet. Zu dieser Jahreszeit wurde es Abends sehr kühl und ohne Ofen wäre es zu kalt gewesen. Die Gastgeber und deren Tochter sind sehr liebe Menschen, die sich bemühen, ihren Gästen den bestmöglichen Aufenthalt zu bieten. Vielen Dank noch einmal für diese wundervolle Zeit in ihrem Haus!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca H.

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

Sehr schönes Haus in ruhiger Lage

Das Haus ist einfach toll. Wer Gastfreundschaft erleben will wie noch nie, der muss hierher. So wie hier, sind wir noch nie verwöhnt worden. Als "Willkommensgeschenk" fanden wir eine noch warme Moussaka vor, einen üppigen Obstteller und einen gefüllten Kühlschrank. Alles war tiptop sauber. Es wurde 2x in der Woche geputzt und Wäsche gewechselt, zusätzlich wurden wir mit griechischen Leckereien verwöhnt. Absolut bemerkenswert. Der Pool ist super gepflegt. Leider war das Wasser im Oktober schon recht frisch, sonst hätte ich ihn noch lieber genutzt. Wenn wir nicht in der tollen Sommerküche gegrillt haben, sind wir im Ort essen gegangen, was immer sehr gut war. Kurz und gut - sehr empfehlenswert
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bianca H.

Review for stay from 29 September 2024 to 12 October 2024

Das Haus ist einfach toll. Wer Gastfreundschaft erleben will wie noch nie, der muss hierher. So wie hier, sind wir noch nie verwöhnt worden. Als "Willkommensgeschenk" fanden wir eine noch warme Moussaka vor, einen üppigen Obstteller und einen gefüllten Kühlschrank. Alles war tiptop sauber. Es wurde 2x in der Woche geputzt und Wäsche gewechselt, zusätzlich wurden wir mit griechischen Leckereien verwöhnt. Absolut bemerkenswert. Der Pool ist super gepflegt. Leider war das Wasser im Oktober schon recht frisch, sonst hätte ich ihn noch lieber genutzt. Wenn wir nicht in der tollen Sommerküche gegrillt haben, sind wir im Ort essen gegangen, was immer sehr gut war. Kurz und gut - sehr empfehlenswert
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10/10 Excellent

Hafida R.

Review for stay from 29 July 2024 to 04 August 2024

Tout s’est bien passé L’hôte et sa famille sont super sympa La villa est à 30min en voiture du centre , dans les hauteurs ,et dans un endroit très calme . L’hôte est réactif et très arrangeant pour les horaires de Check in et Check out Je recommande
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10/10 Excellent

Kathrin B.

Review for stay from 21 July 2024 to 29 July 2024

Wir wurden herzlich empfangen, der Kühlschrank war gefüllt mit Melone, frischem Obst, Butter und Marmelade. Wir sind von unseren Gastgebern sogar bekocht worden. Alle 2-3 Tage kam jemand für eine Reinigung vorbei. Das Haus und der Pool waren wunderbar sauber und wir hatten eine tolle Zeit und kommen gerne wieder. Vielen Dank!

10/10 Excellent

Christian H.

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

Ein tolles Haus in ruhiger Gegend

Das Haus ist wundervoll und es ist alles da, was man benötigt. Die Besitzerin und ihre Familie waren sehr gastfreundlich und herzlich, wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Man muss aber wissen, dass man durchaus etwas weiter vom Meer und den belebten Regionen ist. Was Tolle Tage, wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin B.

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

Es sah großartig!

Wir wurden herzlich empfangen, der Kühlschrank war gefüllt mit Melone, frischem Obst, Butter und Marmelade. Wir sind von unseren Gastgebern sogar bekocht worden. Alle 2-3 Tage kam jemand für eine Reinigung vorbei. Das Haus und der Pool waren wunderbar sauber und wir hatten eine tolle Zeit und kommen gerne wieder. Vielen Dank!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Florian R.

Review for stay from 16 June 2024 to 22 June 2024

Arrival was very smooth and our hosts were very friendly and welcoming. They had prepared fruits, a moussaka, fresh vegetables and more which was much appreciated after a flight! They also offered a homemade cake midstay. The exterior area is wide and offers a great view and all the equipment was very nice. The house was impeccable and spacious even though we spent all of our time outside. The house is very well equiped and we definetely would come back!
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10/10 Excellent

Niesert N.

Review for stay from 05 August 2023 to 13 August 2023

Wir haben eine Woche in der schönen Unterkunft verbracht. Alles wie auf den Bildern zusehen und wir hatten eine wundervolle Zeit. Sofia und ihre Tochter sind wirklich großartige Gastgeber und sehr herzlich. Wir wurden mit einem netten Willkommensgeschenk empfangen. Das Haus ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Die Outdoor-Küche war traumhaft. Auch die Nachbarn waren alle freundlich und zuvorkommend mit tollen Tips für die Umgebung. Der Pool war absolut erfrischend und sauber. Während unseres Aufenthalts wurde die Unterkunft auch gereinigt. Ein Auto ist auf jeden Fall notwendig. Die Unterkunft liegt in einem kleinen Dorf und ist ca. 30 Minuten von der Stadt Chania und wundervollen Stränden entfernt. Es gibt 3 tolle Restaurants im nächsten kleinen Dorf. Wir haben einen tollen Urlaub verbracht und würden immer wieder kommen!
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10/10 Excellent

Marco S.

Review for stay from 04 June 2023 to 08 June 2023

We were very satisfied. The hosts are very loving and helpful. Everything you need for a relaxing holiday is available. If you love nature and tranquility, this is the place for you. The small pool is perfect for cooling off and you can sit very comfortably at the grill to spend a nice barbecue evening. Thank you for everything.

10/10 Excellent

Marco S.

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

Wunderschöne Unterkunft zum relaxen!

Wer Ruhe und Entspannung sucht, ist hier genau richtig. Natur weit und breit, Vogelgezwitscher und ein paar Kilometer weiter traditionelle Tavernen. Der schöne kleine Pool steht zur Abkühlung bereit und der Grill und die Sitzmöglichkeiten sind für gemeinsame gemütliche Abende perfekt. Die Gastgeber sind sehr liebevoll und hilfsbereit. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt! Vielen Dank!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023