Villa Mistiko, Almyrida, Crete - rented until January 2012

From €900 per week, max 6 persons (summer)
€700 per month minimum rental period 12 month

A hidden gem set in an olive grove, spacious accommodation set out over 100 sq metres, three double sized bedrooms, well furnished and equipped. Double bedroom, kitchen and lounge walk out onto the large covered veranda and then you are only steps away from the 10m x 4.5 metre swimming pool which is 1.450m level depth. The plot is very private and not overlooked by other properties, very suitable for the very young and less able. Satellite TV and DVD.

A set of steps for easy access to the pool plus a metal ladder. For less able guests, the pool terrace is accessible via the ramp at the side of the house. A large pool terrace with plenty of sunbeds, a sunshade and a brick built barbeque. A dining table and chairs on the covered veranda for alfresco dining. Large lawned gardens offer shade under the olive trees where you can relax in the freestanding hammock. Pergola view point area for chilling out with a drink and enjoying the extensive view across Souda Bay to the Akrotiri. There are beautiful views from all aspects of the villa and gardens. Smoking only outside the villa.

The kitchen is well equipped with full sized fridge freezer, washing machine, cooker and hob, microwave and plenty of crockery and cutlery. The dining/living area is spacious and comfortable with a dining table and chairs for six and two comfy sofas, satellite TV and DVD player. Both bathrooms have wc, basin and shower and one has a full sized bath.

Property is suitable for wheelchairs-Only one step from the parking area to the apartment, and one step to the swimming pool and terrace area - access to the pool is via half moon shaped wide steps

The apartment comprises 3 bedrooms in total; 1 double, 2 twin and 1 cots, 1 of the bedrooms with en-suite facilities. This gives room for up to 6 people. Bed linen and towels are provided for your use.

The apartment has 2 bathrooms and 2 WCs. Air-conditioning keeps the apartment cool. Central heating keeps you snug and warm.

There is room for 6 in the living room and 6 in the dining room. To prepare food you will find a cooker, an oven, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle, a toaster. You will also find a washing machine, a clothes drier, an iron and ironing board. The owner has also provided plenty of cutlery, crockery, glassware, cooking utensils.

Nice	Log fire, DVD player, Boat available for guest use, Sea view
General	Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, Video player, CD player, Safe, Satellite TV, Standard: Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer, Linen, beach towels, welcome pack, cleaning and changing once per week. Mid-week towel change
Utilities	Clothes dryer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms	Bedrooms (3), Bathrooms (2), En suite (1), Separate WCs (2)
Furniture	Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6. Highchair available.
Outdoors	Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access	Wheelchair access, Secure parking

Outdoors
The apartment is in a very quiet area. It has a private north facing swimming pool, a north facing garden, a north facing patio area, a north facing balcony, sea views, with both panoramic and interesting views, a barbecue and a wonderful draped pergola with fabulous views of Souda Bay. If you are driving there is plenty of private parking with the outside areas of the house having external lighting.

Close to the apartment you will find a beach, sailing, boat hire, wind surfing, fishing, cycling, mountain biking, historic sites, shopping areas, a restaurant, a food shop.

Within easy reach of the apartment you will find climbing, walking, sailing, bowling, flying, horse riding, tennis, a sports centre, scuba diving, a museum, a zoo, a theatre/cinema, a waterpark.

Chania /Almyrida Area
Only minutes walk from the villa is the sandy beach with it's shallow waters lined with loungers and shades. Along the beach you will fine traditional greek, fresh fish, Italian and english cuisine as well as snacks and light bites.

Relax, eat and drink whilst enjoying the sights and sounds of Almerida Bay. Sailing, kayaking and windsurfing are available with tuition if required. A few bars offer late drinks, music and entertainment. There are money exchanges, minimarkets ATM and two bakeries in Almerida, car hire, a bowling alley, hairdresser and disco.

Plaka, less than 1 km away from the Villa has two minimarkets, two family run tavernas and a coffee shop. There are a couple of bars and you can enjoy the major sporting events on big screen TV or play pool and darts. Kalives is approx 5 kms (10 minutes drive) has banks, ATM's, pharmacies, shops, restaurants and several lovely beaches.

We recommend car hire in order to fully explore the area and for your own convenience. supermarket runs etc. We can help with car hire and have good contacts for reputable companies. There is a regular bus service from Almerida to Chania a taxi rank which will pick up and drop to the villa. Transport can be arranged to and from the airport at an extra charge and will be quoted separately depending on airport and number of people.

More to do...WALKING, CLIMBING, SCUBA DIVING, GYM, TENNIS, BOWLING ALLEY, YOGA, PILATES MASSAGE. ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES, CHANIA & RETHYMNON HARBOURS & OLD TOWNS, WATERFALLS, MANY MUSEUMS