Nestled in a secluded neighborhood of Agios Mathaios, Kyanon Apartment offers luxurious comfort and breathtaking views of the Cretan sea. With an infinity pool, hydro massage, private patio and outdoor dining area surrounded by oleanders this villa is perfect for couples and families who want to relax in style.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5125 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Luxurious hillside apartment overlooking the Sea and Chania with private pool.
Welcome to Kyanon Apartment, a scenic, exclusive 2-bedroom, 2- bath apartment with private pool and hydro massage featuring stunning views of the sea and the town of Chania. Only minutes away from City center and area beaches. Guests of all backgrounds are welcome, this apartment is ideal for couples, and families year round who want to vacation in luxurious comfort and privacy. The estate is located in the secluded, quiet neighborhood of Agios Mathaios ( St. Mathews). The house is built on a hillside, in a cluster of pines and evergreens with unencumbered views of the Cretan sea and the old Venetian harbor of Chania. The apartment is on the lower level of the villa and can be accessed by a private staircase that leads you to a large patio with private infinity pool and hydro massage. The pool level is surrounded by overstuffed chairs and a built in couch. Stone steps guide you to a secluded lawn level surrounded by oleanders and furnished with sun loungers and an outdoor dining area. The property also includes fruit trees and a vegetable garden that guests are welcome to share with the host’s family. Kyanon apartment has an airy, open plan living room/kitchen and dining area with bay windows designed to embrace the stunning views of the sea and the grounds. It is decorated in an eclectic mix of contemporary furnishings with terracotta and hardwood flooring, large windows and a working fireplace in order to make the indoors comfortable, relaxing and warm so that guests can make the most of their vacation all year round. The open plan kitchen is fully equipped and also features a butler’s pantry that guests may find useful for their culinary and storage needs. - Green Bedroom A queen size bed faces bay windows overlooking the pool and breathtaking views of Chania and the sea. It is furnished with writing desk and overstuffed chair and features built-in closet, A/C and black out blinds. - Blue Bedroom A California king size bed that can easily become two single beds, faces the patio area and is the most quiet of the bedrooms. It features an ottoman and open clothing rack and its own en suite marble bathroom. It also features central heating and A/C units. -Bathroom 1 Fully equipped bathroom with bathtub, featuring plush towels and bathrobes and all shower essentials. - En suite Bathroom Newly constructed white marble bathroom consisting of walk- in waterfall shower and wall to wall marble counter top. Basic shower essentials including plush towels and bathrobes are also included. - For a full list of Amenities, please see Amenities section.
-EOT registration Number:1006140
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Massage
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is allowed with caution outdoors.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Winery tours 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)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
For further house rules, please look at rental agreement.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Please look at HOUSE RULES
Events
No events allowed
Please ask for more details
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed with caution outdoors.
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
Note from host: Please ask for more details
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 1006140
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located by the sea, this apartment is in Halepa, a neighbourhood in Chania. Old Venetian Harbor and Port of Souda are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nea Chora Beach and Golden Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Greek National Football Museum and Maritime Museum of Crete. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Chania travel guide
Does Luxurious hillside apartment overlooking the Sea and Chania with private pool. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Luxurious hillside apartment overlooking the Sea and Chania with private pool. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxurious hillside apartment overlooking the Sea and Chania with private pool.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxurious hillside apartment overlooking the Sea and Chania with private pool.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxurious hillside apartment overlooking the Sea and Chania with private pool.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxurious hillside apartment overlooking the Sea and Chania with private pool. located?
This family-friendly Chania apartment building is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tombs of Venizelos and Kouloura Cove. Chania Archaeological Museum and Eleftherios Venizelos' House are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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House is beautiful and well equipped and very comfortable. Host is wonderful and super helpful with advice, calling taxis for us etc. I can’t say enough good words about Maryellen. Would definitely stay here again. Pool and grounds were vey beautiful and comfortable
The view will take your breath away. Lovely and spacious with amazing outdoor space, and an easy drive to any number of sites around the the area. Maryellen is a very helpful and attentive host.
Incredibly beautiful property and location. Charming host who has thought of everything to ensure your comfort. We enjoyed sitting outside with our morning and evening beverages poolside admiring the view of the city and the blue of the sea. The interior was beautifully decorated, well appointed, and beds comfortable. The washer/dryer was a plus. Really enjoyed this stay and want to thank Maryellen and her parents for their warm welcome!
As frequent travelers, we’ve stayed in many VRBO rentals across the world and I must say Maryellen’s poolside rental is now in my top 10 favorite rentals!!
She communicated well and her place was like staying in a posh Hollywood Hills beach house! We would definitely rent this cool pad again!!
Do not miss this incredible location and house. Our stay was so comfortable and our host the most generous. This is a must stay location in Chania and we hope to be back soon. The house sits atop a hill and has the most incredible view of the water and the old town. The location is absolute perfection (very close to everything via car). Our host was so incredibly kind and generous, and stayed in communication and provided great recommendations. I cannot recommend this home enough.
Unbeatable view of Chania. The host is very gracious and provided great information and assistance about surrounding areas for exploration, dining, tours, etc. The home was extremely comfortable, well decorated and very well stocked. Gardens, flowers, fruit trees and lovely pool made this a remarkable stay. I highly recommend this property!
This lodging was just perfect and Mary Ellen was the best host ever! We arrived around midnight after a lengthy delay on the ferry from Santorini to find a bottle of red wine, home baked pastries and excellent check-in instructions. Mary Ellen stopped by the next morning to greet us with fresh baked pastries from her favorite bakery and lots of helpful information about Crete. We can’t say enough about our stay there and highly recommend this lodging!
Our stay at Kyanon House was perfect. Our host Maryellen greeted us upon our arrival with delicious pastries from her mother and assisted us with recommendations from sites to restaurants to specialty shops. She was available at a moments notice to answer any questions. The villa is beautifully appointed and the views spectacular. I highly recommend this lovely spot. Thank you Maryellen and George!
This villa was incredible. It had everything we needed and more. The view from the back of the villa and garden was to die for. We spent every night watching the sun go down before heading into Chania. Marryellen the host was lovely and so very helpful with anything we needed. She even organised a personal driver for us who was reasonably prised and very reliable. We will definitely be back , so much to do and see in Chania.
I cannot say enough positive things about this place. Crete is so incredibly charming and this home with its spectacular views and open layout was even better than we expected based on the pictures and reviews. It’s huge, so spacious compared to so many European accommodations. It is also so well appointed, Maryellen has literally thought of everything. And on top of that she is a gracious hostess, she made recommendations for meals and activities for us on both our days in Crete. We only wished we had planned to stay longer. We can’t wait to go back one day!
Two sisters and our husbands in Crete for 4 days. We loved this apartment. It is beautiful inside and out. The grounds and views are amazingly beautiful. The inside perflectly appointed. Clean and beautiful and great space for us and our rental car. I can't say enough about our host Mary Ellen. She helped us plan our stay and even made restaurant reservations and transport arrangements for us. I can't wait to return. This place is truly special. It exceeded my expectations. The pictures on the website are beautiful but it is even more beautiful and elegant in person.
Upon arrival, you can’t stop staring at the magnificent view of Chania from your patio. We were staring at the pool and the view, and we were so amazed that we were staying here for the next 7 nights! Spacious rooms with beautiful touches, comfortable bed, fluffy towels, and the best part was Mary Ellen and her advice for he area, and yummy treats we received from her family and the garden. Such a treat! Instead of driving into Chania for nightly dinner, Mary Ellen arranged a driver for us so we would not have to deal with the crazy parking situation. We also drove to a nearby barbecue restaurant for dinner a couple of times since the food was spectacular. With our Rent-A-Car we visited Falassarna gorgeous beach, Aptera ruins, Astrikas Estate Biolea-Olive oil estate with gorgeous views & food, Agia Triada Monastery & hiked down Avlaki Gorge. We loved the food, energy, sights in Chania. We had a spectacular stay!
Those who have seen the old movie "The Wizard of Oz," surely remember the scene when the tornado plops Dorothy's black and white farm house on the ground and Dorothy opens the door. As she does so, she is greeted by the Technicolor land of Oz.
That is kind of the way I felt when Maryellen, our host at Kyanon House, greeted us at the top of the garden staircase down to the apartment. The view of the blue Aegean Sea, the city of Chania, the infinity pool and the lush garden seemed Oz-like.
Inside we found a well designed space that took total advantage of the view. It was beautifully and comfortably decorated. And Maryellen explained all to us and provided us with lists and descriptions of everything to do from hiking, to swimming, to tours and restaurants. Maryellen was quickly responsive whenever we had questions, needed help or wanted reservations.
This was simply one of the best, if not the best, VRBOs we have stayed in.
Maryellen even provided us with fresh fruit, vegetables, eggs and local beverages!
Stepping out of the car to get our first glimpse of the property was like looking at the listing pictures but better! This villa is absolutely beautiful! It is perfectly situated on the property to take advantage of the natural terraced landscape and incredible views of the water below. The inside of the house is spotless and meticulously maintained and immediately puts you at ease knowing you will be comfortable during your stay. We were two couples traveling together and the accommodations were spacious enough for us to enjoy time together and have our separate spaces as well. Your host, Maryellen, is wonderful, welcoming and was immediately responsive to any of our questions about recommendations for our stay. There is so much to do on Crete, and the guest binder provided by the host was full of helpful information. Every restaurant she recommended was fantastic. Even though you may spend most of your time exploring the island like we did, don't miss the chance to book an outdoor massage at the house. It was a great experience early in our stay after all of the walking and climing around Athens. Thank you very much Maryellen for making our trip an incredible experience. We can't wait to come back!
We loved our stay at this beautiful property. Everything was brilliant- the amazing pool, gorgeous design and thoughtful host- we would highly recommend to anyone, especially families.
Lisa H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Fernanda P.
5 Sept 2017
Just a perfect place!
We spent wonderful days at Kyanon house.
The house is amazing with a wonderful view of Chania, with a beautiful garden and the location is great, close to the city center.
Everything in the house is perfect and the attention given by the owners made a difference to our stay being perfect.
We really loved our stay. The highlight was the pool and outside space ( plenty of room for children to run around). Inside the kitchen, living space and bathrooms were high end and well appointed. Felt like a luxury hotel. The pictures don’t do the view justice; sitting in the terrace and watching the sunset was a highlight of the trip.
Our seven night stay was a delight. The grounds were spectacular, ideal for reading or soaking in the pool. The house has large windows in all rooms, all with great views of Chania ... and was bright and clean. Maryellen made our arrival special; in the house were fresh fruit, freshly baked pound cake, and fresh flowers. And Maryellen made it clear that she was ready to answer all our questions and provide recommendations.
A wonderful experience !
We had an amazing time in Crete thanks to Maryellen and the location of her lovely house. The accommodation was spectacular! Everything you need was provided. We were so appreciative and thankful of a home-made meal from Maryellen and her parents after arriving at midnight following a 24 hour travel day. Maryellen’s hospitality went above and beyond our expectations. Thank-you!!! :)
We have been staying at HomeAway properties for the past 10 years and this one is by far superior to all of them. This felt more like staying at a 5* hotel, with high quality linens and towels, beautiful furnishings, and a great concierge service. The place was spotless and cleaning services were regular and completely non-intrusive.
Maryellen contacted us a couple of weeks before our trip asking what foods we'd like to get us started. We found all our favorite foods and more, all of the best quality. She even replenished some of the items when we couldn't find them to purchase, and left "gifts' of delicacies at our doorstep throughout our stay.
The weather was unseasonably chilly but nice heating systems in the house kept us comfortable and cosy. TV and Netflix worked perfectly, great to have on those cooler nights when we didn't want to go out. The kitchen is as well furnished as the rest of the house, with beautiful dishes, matching glasses, olive oil and all the basic spices. All in all, a home away from home, with the feel of a luxurious vacation.
I recommend this property to any discerning traveller and tell you to look no more! This is it!
We loved every minute of our stay at Kyanon Apartment. Maryellen is an excellent host and the apartment and surrounding gardens and pool area are even more beautiful than in the photos. The apartment is on the ground floor but there is no noise whatsoever from the floors above, excellent soundproof construction! The views from the pool area and big windows in the main bedroom and living room are spectacular.
Maryellen provides so many lovely touches; fresh flowers from the beautiful garden, lovely bathrobes and toiletries, a kitchen and utility room stocked with everything you need from dishwasher tablets to insect repellant to olive oil etc, and a full list of recommended outings, beaches and restaurants. We enjoyed the apartment and pool so much that we didn't get to see as much of Crete as we planned! The old town of Chania is about 10 minutes away by car and is perfect to wander around at night. We booked a taxi by phone to take us there most evenings, sometimes there was a wait but it wasn't a problem.
We are already planning our next visit as we only scratched the surface of this fabulous island, and I doubt there is a nicer place to stay than here.
Thanks again to Maryellen and family, see you next year! G, M and the girls
Extraordinaire !!!Tout est parfait chez Maryllen: les photos sont tout à fait conformes à la location qui est un véritable paradis, l'accueil est incroyable : des informations à l'ensemble des petites attentions (corbeille de fruits et légumes, fromage, pain,vin,...). Je recommande vivement y compris pour l'emplacement qui permet d'accéder facilement à la Canee et aux plages alentours.