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Traditional Villa Askyfou

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor pool
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool
Aerial view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 1430 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Traditional Villa Askyfou

Villa is located in the village of Goni on the Askyfou plateau, at an altitude of 730 metres. Its panoramic position offers excellent views of the Plateau, which is surrounded by the White Mountains.
Askyfou in the past two centuries has been the site of incessant revolutions and battles between the local and foreign powers that wanted to conquer the island. In the area, there are scattered monuments commemorating these fierce battles.
Here one experiences the tranquillity and peace harmoniously combined with the local Cretan development and tradition.
Just a short walk from the villa unfolds images of another historical era. One will encounter stone-built castles & houses, chapels, the war museum, and images of local development with deep roots in the past and long branches in the future.
At a distance of also 5 minutes in the taverns of the village of Ammoudari, one can taste genuine traditional local flavours, with raw materials of local production and enjoy the hospitality and the taste of the inhabitants.
The market of the village, apart from local traditional products, offers products of all types, as well as the fuel that the visitor needs for his stay and excursions.
Askifou, the nearby plateaus of Tavira and Nieto and the gorge of Imbros are ideal places for walks and hikes, offering images of wild and unspoilt beauty.
Is the same distance from the most picturesque & cosmopolitan cities of Crete, Chania and Rethymno (42km) and the same distance between the North and South Coastline.
To the southwest, there is Sfakia Chora (20km) with excellent beaches, gorges, the historic villages of Anopolis & Aradaina, and the most famous fishing village of Crete, Loutro. Southeast is the historic Frangokastello with a beautiful beach and several panoramic villages until you meet it.
Finally Northwest of Villa, on longer excursions one can find some of the most exotic and unspoilt beaches on the island.

Property manager

Tzanaki Maria - Katsoulis Ioannis

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Outdoor shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 320 sq ft (30 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Εvents are allowed upon request and discussion.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 1042Κ91002980101

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
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tranditional Askyfoy Sfakia
Tranditional Villa Askyfoy Villa
Tranditional Villa Askyfoy Sfakia
Tranditional Villa Askyfoy Villa Sfakia

About the neighborhood

Map
Crete

What's nearby

  • Dourakis Winery - 17 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Lake Kournas - 32 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Georgioupolis Beach - 36 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Argiroupoli Springs - 44 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Frangokastello Beach - 49 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Λίμνη Κουρνά - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Korissia - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Mythos restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Souhlis - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Omorfi Limini - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Traditional Villa Askyfou have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Traditional Villa Askyfou pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Traditional Villa Askyfou?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Villa Askyfou?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Villa Askyfou located?

Located in Goni, this villa is within 9 mi (15 km) of Imbros Gorge, White Mountains Protected Forest, and Dourakis Winery. Filáki and Agios Charalampos are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Traditional Villa Askyfou Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Farshad D., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful experience
We had such a wonderful and memorable experience staying at this villa with a group of friends who had gathered together to celebrate a big birthday. The only thing that may be a deterrent to some is the stairs that the villa has which can be a lot and also dangerous for kids. Other than that, this is a highly recommended place and I can certainly see myself going back to in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sahira D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traditional, comfortable rural villa
large spacious property. well equipped with all necessities. beautiful pieces of furniture throughout. highlight - breathtaking views and lovely walks nearby
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Corina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice location!
Very beautiful, individual house with lots of space and lots of bathrooms. Very open plan, only a few separate rooms (bathrooms are also open). But it was completely OK for our group. Very nice, spacious outdoor area, with pool, barbecue area on three levels. A small drawback were the many bees right by the pool, but they were very peaceful and not aggressive. Communication with the host was easy and always quick. It's a shame we didn't get to meet him. Still, he was absolutely helpful and courteous
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traditionelles Dorfhaus mit toller Aussicht
Die Formalitäten gestalteten sich problemlos. Der Verwalter war sehr freundlich und gab Tipps für mögliche Aktivitäten. Das Haus bietet alles, was man für einen ruhigen Urlaub benötigt. Durch die steilen Stiegen im Haus für ältere Menschen nur bedingt geeignet. Parken kann man vor dem Haus, die Anfahrt ist typisch eng für solche Dorflagen. Alle Tavernen in der Umgebung sind vorbehaltlos zu empfehlen. Einkaufsmöglichkeit im Dorf, nur Brot bekommt man hier nicht. Der E4 verläuft durch die Ebene. Wanderfreunde kommen auf ihre Kosten.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply top. A remote, quiet place to dream of...
If you are looking for a remote, quiet (well, keep the cicadas and sheep bells in mind...) and very special place off the beaten tracks - this is it. Here you will find a sensational, grown house in a very original Cretan setting. And with Jannis and Maria very kind owners, which are helping you with everything. If you don't mind serpentine driving, this is also a perfect place to go hiking, and do trips to the north and south coast. Simply great!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022