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Fos Villa, a Luxe House with Private Heated Pool

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A heated pool
5 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Smart TV, video games, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11185 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fos Villa, a Luxe House with Private Heated Pool

Fosvilla has been designed and decorated by the owner and architect Christini Polatou.
Sharp aesthetics define this coastal villa, complete with seaside views and ample space. With this brand new home, guests can kick off a pleasant day on Crete with a dip in the swimming pool, before sipping coffee under the sunlit terrace’s trees. The stylish, and functional interior is perfected by subtle design touches, with beaches, Chania’s Venetian Harbor and the rich Cretan countryside nearby.

This villa’s interior is a study in economical space use and tasteful outfitting, with a decor scheme making use of traditional Greek whites and timber. Finely-crafted chairs and a table sit alongside a compact, attractive kitchenette, with visual art and unusual light fixtures adding gentle character to the room. The upper bedrooms offer great views of the local coastline, while the well-lit basement floor of the home adds even more space. Passing a relaxed afternoon on the home’s sun loungers, or chilling out with the home’s entertainment system is always a pleasure at Fos Villa.

Proximity to a number of excellent beaches, including kalamaki, Agioi Apostoloi, Glaros and Iguana beach, are amongst the home’s benefits. Guests are just a short drive from the dramatic harbor and signature lighthouse of Chania’s port, with a huge range of bakeries, cafes and bars to be discovered along the winding streets. From Fos Villa, indulge in a coastal drive to remember, stopping off at numerous sites of Cretan heritage, from ancient ruins and temples, to serene monasteries and active wineries that overlook the blue Mediterranean.





Property manager

Christini & Kostas

Languages

English, Greek, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1991 sq ft (185 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 1063229

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Chania, Crete

What's nearby

  • Kalamaki Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Agioi Apostoloi Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Chania Central Market - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Nea Chora Beach - 14 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LOCA cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Iguana beach - Chania - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Λιχουδιές - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Notis - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Μοντέρνο Ζαχαροπλαστείο - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fos Villa, a Luxe House with Private Heated Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Fos Villa, a Luxe House with Private Heated Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fos Villa, a Luxe House with Private Heated Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fos Villa, a Luxe House with Private Heated Pool?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fos Villa, a Luxe House with Private Heated Pool located?

This family-friendly Chania villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sunset Beach, Kalamaki Beach, and Agioi Apostoloi Beach. Iguana beach and Eastern Gulf are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Fos Villa, a Luxe House with Private Heated Pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic week at Fos Villa. Thanks to Kostas for making our stay extra special. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour magnifique!
Notre famille a séjourné 6 nuits à la résidence. Kostas & Christini sont des hôtes extraordinaires! Ils nous ont chaleureusement accueilli et ont formulé des conseils judicieux sur les activités et les restaurants à visiter. La propriété est bien située, soit 12 min du vieux Chania, 5 min d'un gym familial neuf, et environ 1 à 1,5 heures des attraits majeurs tels lagon Balos et l'une des plus belles plages de la Grèce, Elafonissi. Nous avons adoré dîner dans deux tavernes typiques où peu de touristes y sont, le tout à 1 min et 15 min de marche de la villa. Kostas nous a amené un matin une pâtisserie grec typique et a répondu rapidement à toutes nos questions! La propriété est 5 étoiles pour l'ensemble.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week in stunning villa in fabulous location
We are 2 families who go on a villa holiday every year and this villa ticked all the boxes. The villa is a beautiful design with great attention to detail with a lovely swimming pool surrounded by lush flowers and plants. Kostas and Christini are wonderful hosts and the welcome spinach pies were delicious which we then washed down with the welcome wine. They also sent us a helpful email with lots of recommendations and suggested excursions. The villa is in a superb location next to Elia taverna and a 5 min walk up into the village where there is a supermarket, pharmacy, bakery and 2 more tavernas or a 20 minute walk down to the beach with more bars and restaurants. Only 20 minute drive into stunning Chania or a bus or taxi. We had the most wonderful week :-)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naisan G., Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!!
This was such a special place! Our family of 2 adults and 3 children had plenty of room and the pool was incredible especially in the heat. The location was great, close to beaches Chania, and great local grocery store and Tavernas. Our hosts were outstanding and even had some basic groceries for us like fruit and milk when we arrived. They also gave us fresh Crete cheese and spinach pies on our arrival. Thank you so much for a great stay! We will be back
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa
Just come back after a week at Fos Villa, there were 10 of us altogether. The villa is on several floors and was ideal for our family. The top floor was great for my daughter and grandchildren. The basement floor is good for a couple to give them a little more privacy. There are bathrooms on all floors and the facilities were brilliant with everything we would need. The hosts were great and could not do enough for us. They left us some basic food to start the week, bread jam etc which was unexpected but we were grateful for, and gave us a lovely cake too. The location is quiet, there is a taverna next door, for the wider experience there is a beach with more shops and restaurants about a 20 min walk down the hill. The only drawback being having to walk back up the very steep hill. If you have any health issues it could be a problem. A taxi into Chania cost 20 euros so not cheap but well worth a visit to the Old Town area, In summary we loved our visit, would we come back ? Possibly. Would we recommend? Definitely!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce O., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Our family of six adults (three couples) spent a glorious week at Fos Villa. The house is beautifully designed and furnished, and provided ample space for the six of us. The hosts live next door, which was great when we needed something but not at all intrusive. The outdoor space is just as lovely as the interior. We really loved the location too. A short car ride to Chania but we felt like we were out in the country--very peaceful. There is a wonderful taverna literally around the corner with wonderful Cretan food and very genial hosts. I think we ate there three times! There is also a mini-market a few minutes walk from the villa where you can pick up some groceries. We have stayed at many vacation rentals but this might be our favorite--highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A brilliant villa - we loved our stay
I can simply echo many of the other comments made by others. The villa has been brilliantly designed - by Christini and is very well equiped, modern and clean. The pool is heated, so it was fine to swim in, when we went in April. Just round the corner is a lovely taverna, and there are lots of other restaurants and supermarkets just a few minutes drive away, with Chania itself about a 10-15 minute drive. And it was the best food welcome food basket we've ever received! Thanks very much for a great stay, we'd love to come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best summer
This house is the perfect summer getaway with Kostas and Christini being superb hosts. They supplied delicious feta spinach pies on arrival, also honey and a bottle of wine. The house is stocked with all essentials - spices, olive oil, dish washing tablets, laundry liquid and plenty of loo roll. Pool towels are also supplied. Kostas brought us fresh oranges and grapes from his brothers farm during the week which were delicious. We didn’t hire a car, the bus at the bottom of the road (2 min walk) took us to central Chania 20 mins away. Kostas kindly took us to the supermarket and to the beach one day. A lovely open plan ground floor with huge doors opening onto the garden/pool area with comfy pool lounges to sit and drink some rose wine and read the latest summer blockbuster. We enjoyed our stay here and were very sad to leave. Thank you Kostas and Christini
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property - great design.
The property is very nice. The layout of the house is great and provides a ton of space. It easily handles multiple families/couples. Christini and Kostas are great hosts and we loved the cretan pies they made for us as they make a perfect breakfast. The house has everything you need to relax and to cook or grill. The pool was the perfect temperature and we made great use of it. Very easy to go into old town Chania or to get to a grocery store. The taverna around the corner is good and convenient and we recommend the butcher a short walk away. Everything you need for a great vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jack B., London, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming hosts and villa
We enjoyed a lovely stay at Villa Fos. The hosts were wonderful, warm and charming. The villa itself is a beautiful architect designed property with heated swimming pool. Every detail in the property has been well thought out and includes beautiful furniture. Our hosts provided a very generous welcome package and also delightful home baked local Greek treats. We would love to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Paradise
A beautiful property with everything you could want or need for a relaxing holiday. There is a village with shop & cafe within walking distance & a taverna next door which serves massive portions of delicious food. The property is very clean; the owners are very friendly. Thoroughly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ioannis N.

A welcoming oasis
Thank you, Kostas and Christini, for a rejuvenating stay in Villa Fos! Your hospitality (and your mother's cooking!) made us feel very welcome, adding a sense of homeliness to the stylish surroundings of your villa. The villa itself -- situated in the sleepy outskirts of Chania beside the local football pitch and with a view of the sea -- has a contemporary vibe to it, with clean lines and quality materials creating a space that is relaxing yet upbeat. We felt very much at home whatever we were doing, from sun-bathing on the grass or messing about in the pool, to slipping off in search of a quiet corner, or coming together for dinner and drinks on the terrace in the evening. Chania is about a 15 minute drive away (taxis are very reasonable) and there are plenty of amenities within walking distance (10-20mins), including a supermarket, pharmacy and the like. The coast is about a 15 minute stroll down the hill: a sandy bay dotted with rentable sun loungers, a few bars and restaurants, which maintains a local feeling. The water at the time of our visit was a balmy 26 degrees and an excellent place to take a dip just as the sun was going down, followed by a cocktail on the beach and a stroll back up the hill for dinner at the local taverna.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte Karina Bertram P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dejligt hus
Det er et fantastisk dejligt hus med gode omgivelser og en fantastisk vært, vi kommer meget gerne igen :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roland F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schöne Unterkunft
Tolle Unterkunft mit einem sehr netten und unkomplizierten Gastgeber.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous location and land lords!
This was one of the best locations we ever were. Kostas and Christini did all to make us feel comfortable - thank you two a lot for all the small and bigger things you did for us! The location is a modern villa with four floors and everything you need for relaxing holidays. From washing machine and dryer, BBQ to the heatened pool. Additionally, it was prepared with a lot ofthoughful small details. All of us were impressed by both, the villa and the landlords. From the villa it´s a 15 minutes walk to the beach, so we went a few times to the beach for a sundowner or to have our breakfast there. Next to the villa is also a really good small tavern with delicious authentic greek food, where we ate a few times. Small greek supermarkets are within short walking distance and a bigger one by 20 minutes walk or 5 minutes drive. We definitely recommend this location if you want to make holidays in Chania!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019