In the heart of Chania Town, Archondisa offers a picturesque retreat with its whitewashed walls and wrought-iron balcony. Watch the bustling crowds from the street-facing balcony or unwind on the rooftop terrace with sunbeds and a parasol, taking in 270-degree views of village, mountains, and harbour.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedroomsSleeps 565 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Fireplace
Housekeeping
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About this property
Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town
Live like a local in this pretty town house in the heart of Chania Town. With its whitewashed walls, bright blue shutters and wrought-iron balcony, Archondisa stands out from the crowd in what is already a picturesque street. From its street-facing balcony you can watch the bustling crowds go about their business. Or, if you’d rather, head to the Venetian-style home’s rooftop terrace simply furnished with sunbeds and a parasol. There you’re rewarded with a 270 degree view of the village, mountains and harbour.
Inside, Archondisa’s charm continues with its mix of antique-style beds, traditional furnishings and mix of wood and marble floors. The ground floor features a living room, fireplace, basic kitchenette and shower room. There are steep stairs to the second level twin bedroom, the third floor double bedroom and roof terrace. Since the house is in the heart of Chania’s plant-pot strewn streets, it’s only a three-minute walk to the local tavernas. And the beach and harbour, which is ringed with cafés and restaurants, is a 15-minute walk away.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Outdoor furniture
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
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 steps to reach entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near the marina
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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 allowed: in designated areas
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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 1042Κ13000570900
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
About the area
Located in Chania Town, a neighbourhood in Chania, this holiday home is in the mountains. Old Venetian Harbor and Agioi Apostoloi Beach are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nea Chora Beach and Golden Beach. Greek National Football Museum and Maritime Museum of Crete are also worth visiting. Visit our Chania travel guide
Is Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town located?
Located in Chania Town, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Old Venetian Harbor and Chania Central Market. Byzantine & Postbyzantine Collection and Maritime Museum of Crete are just steps away.
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Entire Family Friendly House "Villa Archondisa" in the Old Town Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Great location within the Old Town Walls. Plenty of restaurants nearby. Went to nearby supermarket for breakfast supplis. Greeted by the host, given wine, water and a fruit bowl. Happily recommend
Our host met us at night after our very delayed arrival and led us personally up the street to our place where we found a full bowl of fresh fruit and a nice bottle of wine. He directed us to a grocery and gave a few recommendations for dining out. One evening we had a happy hour on the street with our friends and met friendly strangers there on the street. It is a FUN, central location in a cute Venetian architectural village. Thumbs Up!
We thought this place was adorable and it was very clean, which we appreciated. The location for convenience sake cannot be beat - so close to EVERYTHING. Unfortunately, being so close to everything means it was very difficult for all four of us to sleep. People walking on the streets below were so loud until about 11 at night that it sounded as though they were IN the apartment with us. There were cat fights either on the roofs or in the streets at night and those were loud too. Also, not in regards to location, but the floors creak so badly in both bedrooms that if any one of us got out of bed in the night to move around at all, it woke everyone else in the house up. There’s no way for the people staying on the 3rd floor bedroom (double bed) to go downstairs to the bathroom at night without creaking across the floors and walking through the 2nd story bedroom (thus waking everyone up). It’s unfortunate, because the house has a lot of charm and is very cute. Maybe if we had all had earplugs…
Also, the bathroom was a bit tricky. Very clean when we arrived, but the toilet seemed to leak a bit at the base and it was impossible to keep the shower water from leaking out, so the marble floor was wet and slick all the time.
The heat pump in the 2nd floor bedroom never seemed to work, so it got a bit chilly at night (we were in Chania the first week of May and the sun didn’t really come out).
Complimentary fruit and wine upon arrival were very nice!
... konnten wir abends auf der Dachterrasse bei angenehmer Temperatur den Rundblick und die Atmosphäre des Viertels bei dem vom Vermieter geschenkten Wein und Obst genießen. Mit gemütlicher Wohnküche im EG und je einem Schlafraum im 1. und 2. OG , jeweils mit Balkon, war genug Platz für uns. Morgens mussten wir etwas tapfer sein, weil die Warmwasserbereitung durch das Solarmodul auf dem Dach etwas träger war als wir. So konnten wir erfrischt zum Frühstück in einem der Lokale der Straße aufbrechen.
The property was exactly what we expected, and the neighborhood was darling. Restaurants and shops for blocks. It could get a little noisy late at night, but overall was a fun experience!
Perfect stay in Chania, the owner Antonis was there to great us. The house is in an ideal location walking distance to anything in a lovely little street with numerous restaurants and shops. It was just me and my wife but would be prefect for a family or two couples.
Perfect apartment in the old town. Close to everything, it was very clean and had all the amenities we needed. The roof top patio was amazing!
Annika G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gerald M.
27 Apr 2019
Pleasant old town appartment
We enjoyed our stay at Villa Archondisa. The apartment is nice with a great location and nice roof terrace to enjoy our coffee in the sun.
Gerald M.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric L.
30 Sept 2018
4 great weeks
Just returned from 4 glorious weeks in this lovely property set in the Old Town.
Well situated to see all the endless attractions of Chania and Neo Chora beach is only 10 mins away.
The owner Antonis is excellent both in booking process but being available throughout our stay.He even arranged our airport transfers.
Really recommend this property as a base in this unique part of Crete
Eric L.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Daniela B.
28 Apr 2016
I had a great stay at this house
Everything was just fine for me, the host is very professional and welcoming, we had good communication before and during my stay, he even picked me up at the local airport (a nice bonus as I was a first guest in the season:). The house is greatly located, everthing is close and a walking distance. And the terrasse makes that bit extra for a happy stay! I recomend this place as it's full of character and in a great location, also a great value for money. Perhaps the kitchen and bathroom are simple, but that is a part of the charm!