Villa Calantha

Within very easy reach of the gorgeous Venetian harbour of Chania Old Town, Villa Calantha is nestled on a beautiful plot, just forty metres from the wonderful sandy beach of Tersanas. Tersanas is a small, pretty coastal village, 13km northeast of Chania, hidden in a small cove on the west side of the Akrotiri peninsula. It is actually the harbour of the village of Chorafakia which is one kilometre to the north. Guests staying at Villa Calantha can literally be on the beach in one minute and the sea views from the property are stunning. Villa Calantha boasts four gorgeous bedrooms, fantastic entertainment spaces inside and out, wonderful pools, a lovely garden and a very popular children's playground. The airport is only 5km away so you will be relaxing in your holiday haven in no time at all!

Not only is there a beautiful beach on your doorstep at Tersanas but there are also two fantastic beach bars, handy for refreshments after a long afternoon in the sun! Just a three-minute car journey away is the village of Chorafakia where you will discover a wider range of amenities including restaurants, shops and supermarkets. Chania Old Town is one of the most alluring, captivating towns of Crete. With picturesque, narrow alleys draped with colourful bouganivillea, a fabulous dining scene, atmospheric bars, the most amazing sunsets and gorgeous little boutiques lining the cobbled streets, an evening wander and dinner should not be missed.

It is very easy to see that Villa Calantha is a much loved holiday home. The attention to detail is incredible. The villa is perfect for families or groups of friends and has been lovingly modernised whilst retaining its character and charm. The villa is stylish and very polished whilst feeling like a home-from-home. It is superbly comfortable and the living spaces have been brilliantly well thought through. The main living space is elegant and smart with modern sofas and chairs, a very shiny floor, a huge television, a feature fireplace, brilliant use of mirrors on the wall to make it feel even larger and a large dining table and chairs for the whole group. Off to one side is another living space, perfect for someone wanting to relax with their holiday book and a glass of chilled local wine. The kitchen is also very smart with its grey cabinetry, excellent appliances and useful breakfast table. Villa Calantha boasts a well-equipped gym where fitness enthusiasts can keep up their exercise.

Each of the villa's four bedrooms enjoys a private ensuite bathroom. There are two suites with kingsize beds and two with twin beds that are next to each other. Here you will dive into deep slumber on crisp cottons, fabulous mattresses and beautifully co-ordinated throws and scatter cushions. The bedrooms are very spacious and the bathrooms are immaculate. Some offer baths with overhead showers while others are shower rooms.

The outside space has also been brilliantly designed, with the owners taking care to please every member of your holiday group and especially the little ones. The plot is totally enclosed, offering complete privacy. The main terrace is fantastic with a shaded alfresco dining area and bar, a built-in barbecue, a shallow children's pool, the main pool, sea and mountain views and plenty of space to chill on a sun lounger, enjoying the views and tranquility. There are lush lawns surrounding the villa and a really cute children's playground area with lots of toys, a swing, slide and climbing apparatus. The villa also comes with two bikes and a kayak for some entertainment. You will receive a welcome basket including fresh milk, juice, Nespresso coffee capsules, wine, water, butter, bread, marmalade and Cretan virgin olive oil.

Features

The Villa
Villa Calantha is a 4 bedroom villa sleeping 8 guests, located in a picturesque position close to the beach of Tersanas.

Ground Floor

• Living room
• Fully-equipped kitchen with hob, oven, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher and dining facilities
• Cloakroom

First Floor

• Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
• Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite shower room
• Bedroom with twin single beds and en-suite shower room
• Bedroom with twin single beds and en-suite shower room

Exterior Grounds

• Private swimming pool (8m x 4m, depth 1.8m)
• Separate children's pool
• Terrace
• Dining facilities
• Barbecue
• 2 x bicycles
• 1 x kayak

Additional Facilities

• Wi-Fi
• Air conditioning
• TV
• Washing machine
• Hairdryers
• Parking

Location

Villa Calantha enjoys a brilliant location, just one minute's walk from the sandy beach of the natural bay of Tersanas, on the Akrotiri peninsula. The beach enjoys two tavernas, loungers, parasols and lovely fine sand. At the top of the hill, you will find the village of Chorafakia with its shops, bars, restaurants and cafes. Next door, is the beautiful beach of Kalathas, another Cretan wonder sprinkled with palm trees, loungers and parasols. There are several tavernas serving delicious traditional Cretan specialities and lots of seafood. A wonderful array of watersports are available. Opposite Kalathas is a small island which you can easily reach by swimming. Marathi boasts two beaches, separated by a small pier. They are well protected from the winds and boast impressive views to Drapanos Cape and the White Mountains. Again there is a small island which can be reached by swimming with a small pine wood. The western coast of it is popular with scuba divers. Close by, there is also Stavros Beach where ‘Zorba the Greek' was filmed and many beautiful, ancient monasteries such as the 16th century Gouverneto Monastery and the 17th century Agia Triada Monastery.

Chania Old Town is a must. It is utterly gorgeous with unique shops, a brilliant dining scene, trendy bars serving cocktails and its famous harbour. The old Venetian harbour offers a phenomenal location for romantic strolls and dinner. It was originally built by the Venetians between 1320 and 1356 and is now a vibrant, cosmopolitan spot. The Egyptian lighthouse is much photographed, especially at sunset. You can take a slow meander to the lighthouse to take in the stunning views of the harbour, Old Town with the majestic White Mountains in the background. On the waterfront, the Giali Tzamisi is the oldest Muslim building in Crete. The Turkish name is translated to ‘The Seaside Mosque'. It plays host to various cultural events and exhibitions.

Following the Minoan Palace of Knossos, the second most visited tourist attraction in Crete is the dramatic Samaria Gorge which is 55km from the villa. It is the longest gorge in Europe and definitely worth the drive. Within the White Mountain's National Park, it rises to an altitude of 1,230m, is 150m at its widest point and 3m at its narrowest and continues down to Agia Roumeli on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. The park and gorge offer protection to over four hundred and fifty species of plant and animal, of which seventy are endemic to Crete.