New Modern Villa with 2 Heated Pools and Seaview

Escape to Olives and Thyme Retreat, a unique luxury villa estate set in an olive grove, with breathtaking views of Souda Bay. With modern luxury design, the estate accommodates up to 12 guests, and it is perfect for large families, friends, or group retreats.

• Two heated pools (lap + infinity)
• Close to beaches, restaurants & Chania Town
• Privacy and panoramic sea views
•Daily professional cleaning and linen changes every 3-4 days.
• 6 Bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
• Unique architecture with natural stone, wood, glass and metal

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Olives & Thyme: each unit features king-size beds, modern bathrooms, and private lounge areas.

The Keep – 4 bedrooms, open-plan living, balcony dining, and even a trickling stream inside!

The Cottage – A cosy 1-bed guest house with a kitchenette and a mezzanine lounge.

The Rock Apartment – A double bed apartment with a kitchen and living room. Carved into natural rock, featuring glass walls and total tranquillity.

Enjoy the beautifully landscaped outdoor entertainment area with two heated pools, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, a BBQ, a shaded dining area, and sun loungers, all with sweeping views over Souda Bay.

*IMPORTANT NOTICE*
Each pool is available for heating at an additional charge of €80 per day, per pool, not included in the accommodation price and must be requested at least 2 days in advance. Please also note that the temperature of the heated pool goes up to approx. 5 degrees Celsius higher than the ambient air temperature.

FLOOR LAYOUT
*Ground Floor
Living room
Kitchen
3 Double ensuite bedrooms
Twin ensuite bedroom
Bathroom
Lap Pool

*First Floor
Living room
Double ensuite bedroom
Twin ensuite bedroom
Infinity Pool
BBQ and Outdoor Kitchen

*Second Floor
Living room
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Dining area
Bathroom

*Outdoors
- Private Heated Lap Swimming Pool 14 m x 3 m with 1.4 m depth
- Private Heated Infinity Swimming Pool 8 m x 6 m with 1.5 m depth
- Outdoor shower
- BBQ with outdoor kitchen and dining table
- Different places to relax in the shade or under the sun along with sunbeds & exterior furniture.
- Parking spaces

To ensure a stress-free holiday experience, we will send you a link to our GuestGuide4u approximately two weeks prior to your arrival. This guide will include many details for the house, recommendations for local activities in Crete, suggested restaurants, and other helpful travel information.

Last but not least, below are some services that we provide you so that you can plan your stay easier:

Welcome Basket | Pre-Arrival shopping list | 24/7 Landline service | Linen & Towel Change Included | Pool Towels | Garden Maintenance | Pool Cleaning 2/3 times per week | Free Parking | Baby Cot & High Chair (upon request)

Our guests have access to all the property and its grounds, as this is a private villa

We are here to help during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you.
We will be there for you anytime you need us, whether in case of an emergency or if you are looking for any local recommendations.
My team will be able to book for you a table in any restaurant or any kind of trip/tour that you would like to do on the majestic island of Crete since our purpose is to make your holidays stress-free.

Olives and Thyme Retreat is located on the Greek island of Crete in the popular resort region of Chania. The luxury villa complex is set in an olive grove overlooking Souda Bay, on the cliffs of Akrotiri. One of the most popular local beaches is Seitan Limania Beach, and other local attractions include the Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada), the Katholiko Monastery, and Vinolio Vineyard. Akrotiri is also home to a well-known and much-liked restaurant called Nykterida Restaurant.

The retreat is located about 17 km east of the city of Chania, which offers its own array of historical attractions, museums, shops, restaurants, and beaches. Chania International Airport is only about 8 km from the holiday complex, and the nearest hospital is Chania’s St George General Hospital (19 km).

A car is necessary for your transportation. We can also organize a transfer in order to come to the villa, and the day after, rental cars can be delivered at the property

Sustainability

-The house uses solar systems in order to heat the water
-Most of the light bulbs are replaced with LED lamps
-The villa only uses water-efficient toilets e.g. low-flow toilets, dual flush toilets
-All windows are double-glazed
-Offer tours and activities organized by local guides and businesses

This is a house and not a hotel, so please treat the property with respect as if it was your own :)
1. Guests are welcome to check in from 15:00 on their arrival date and are requested to check out by 11:00 on the day of departure. Early check in/late check out is available upon request depending on availability. It is essential to keep us informed of your arrival time or any significant delays to ensure seamless access to the property. Please note that failure to check in by midday the day following your scheduled arrival without prior notification may result in the booking being treated as a cancellation.

2. Only registered guests may enter or stay overnight at the property. Any gathering with additional people must be disclosed and approved before booking; it may be declined or subject to extra charges. If these terms are breached, we reserve the right to deny check-in or require you to vacate the property immediately. In such cases, the booking will be considered cancelled by you and no refund will be issued, unless we decide otherwise at our sole discretion.

3. Events are allowed at the villa upon prior notice. Please inform us in advance, as additional charges may apply.

4. Your comfort is our priority, and we make every effort to ensure the villa is in perfect condition for your stay. If you encounter any issues, such as interruptions with electricity, hot water, or internet, please notify us immediately so we can resolve them promptly.
Guests have a 48-hour window after check-in to report any pre-existing damages or broken facilities. After this period, any damages found will be considered the responsibility of the current guests and must be settled or replaced prior to departure.

5. Smoking is not allowed indoors. Guests are welcome to smoke in outdoor areas, such as the pool deck, balconies, and terraces.

6. Housekeeping: There is light daily housekeeping service. Cleaning and linen change take place every 3/4 days.
If you wish for the villa to be cleaned more often, it’s possible for an extra charge.

7. Pool: The pool is uncovered and built according to Greek Tourism Organisation (EOT) standards. Children under 12 are not allowed to use the pool without adult supervision. Parents are fully responsible for supervising their children at all times. Use is at your own risk due to potential health and safety risks.
Each pool is available for heating at an additional charge per day, per pool, not included in the accommodation price and must be requested at least 2 days in advance. Please also note that the temperature of the heated pool goes up to approx. 5 degrees Celsius higher than the ambient air temperature.

8. The lead guest must be at least 21 years old.

Cette villa offre une myriade de prestations appréciables comme des barbecues et une laverie. La réception est ouverte 24h/24.

Cette villa de La Canée est non-fumeurs.