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A magical hilltop retreat overlooking Chania city and the Cretan sea!

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5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, video game console, Netflix

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12360 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Gym

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Chania, Crete
  • Chania Central Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Old Venetian Harbor
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Port of Souda
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About this property

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

A magical hilltop retreat overlooking Chania city and the Cretan sea!


Casa Di Goya is a hidden gem nestled in the serene, lush landscape of Chania, just a short drive from the city center and the beach. Perched on the edge of a cliff and surrounded by the protected "Saint Matthew" forest, this unique villa offers an unparalleled blend of tranquility and comfort. With breathtaking views of Chania city and the Cretan Sea, Casa Di Goya provides the perfect magical setting for your summer holiday.



It is designed to offer full privacy and exceptional panoramic views from any angle.

Casa Di Goya is a three-storey 400 sq. m villa furnished in a combination of stylish and vintage touches, offering a perfect layout to maximise both space and views from any angle. Because of its magical location it offers quick access to Chania city and beaches and it can accommodate 12 guests in its 5 bedrooms.


Indoor Layout


Ground Floor
Entering the villa on the ground floor there is a spacious open plan area consisted of the living room and kitchen. The living room area offers several sofas, an open fireplace, a 50" satellite HDTV with Netflix and an indoor dining area. The sitting area opens to a shaded veranda equipped with an outdoor dining area and also leads to the pool and garden. The fully equipped kitchen provides all you need for a self-catered holiday, as well as a second dining table. A bathroom with shower is also available on the ground floor. From the living room you can also reach the playroom of the Villa which guarantees to offer you many hours of entertainment as it offers a 60" satellite HDTV with Netflix, Playstation 4 console, and a comfy sofa. Next to it, a well equipped kitchenette is perfect for preparing a snack. Also gym equipment such as weights, yoga mattresses, pilates balls and exercise bands. From the playroom, stairs lead you to a beautiful and spacious attic featuring a double bed and an en-suite bathroom with shower. The bedroom is airy and bright thanks to its many windows and skylight and enjoys beautiful nature views.


First Floor
Reaching to the first floor through a staircase there is a hall with an additional sofa, washing machine, dryer, fridge and a door that leads you to the first floors huge veranda with a big sofa, coffee table and extraordinary views. On the same floor there are 2 bedrooms, one bedroom has 2 single beds (which can also be set up as one double) and exit to a balcony with forest views. The master bedroom features a double bed, a closet room and access to a veranda equipped with patio furniture. Furthermore, the master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom consisted of a bathtub with chromotherapy and aromatherapy settings, as well as a hydromassage shower.


Loft
A few stairs upwards, guests can reach a beautiful, independent, 70 sq. m. loft, ideal for those seeking more privacy. The loft features a living area with a sofa, an office space, kitchenette, two double beds (1,60X2,00 & 1,40X2,00) and a closet room. Additionally, an en-suite bathroom is available offering a shower cabin with hydromassage column. Finally, the loft enjoys amazing views to Chania city and the sea thanks to its numerous large windows and balcony.


Independent Studio
From the garden and pool area our guests can also access an independent studio, offering autonomy and more privacy within your group. The fifth bedroom of Casa Di Goya offers 2 single beds (which can be used as a double bed if required) and an en-suite bathroom with shower.


Outdoor area
The beautifully landscaped outdoor area offers a variety of facilities and spots for relaxation and the whole outdoor area is totally fenced, offering full privacy to our guests. To make things better the pool terrace enjoys magnificent sea vistas. More specifically our outdoor facilities include:
- 50 sq. m. ecological swimming pool with counter-current system, spa, chromotherapy, hydromassage function, waterfalls and step access. The pool also features a built-in pool bar, so you can enjoy a refreshing drink while enjoying your sunbathing.
- A shallow compartment ideal for children is also featured in the pool.
- The pool terrace is equipped with a variety of furnished spots (with 8 sun beds, 2 chaise longues, umbrellas, deck chairs, hammock and outdoor sofa) for relaxing in the gardens.
-Fully equipped barbecue facilities under a shaded pergola offering a charcoal grill, outdoor sink and built-in table with stools.
-Outdoor dining table for 12 guests.
- Lawn-covered area in the garden with a Happy Hop Inflatable Trampoline, perfect for the kids to play.
-Ping pong table.
-Vineyards and vegetable gardens.
- Free parking space inside the Villa premises.


INFORMATION ABOUT THE AREA
Casa Di Goya is hidden on the "Saint Mathew" hill surrounded by the homonymous forest. A privilege location which can be only described as "magical location" for holiday makers in Chania area, just a short drive to the city centre.
For Chania city, "Saint Mathew" hill is exactly what "Beverly Hills" is for Los Angeles, so take advantage of staying in a unique and very safe area where you can have easy access (only a couple of minutes drive away) to everything you might need such as shops, supermarkets, the city centre, old town of Chania, bars, night clubs, restaurants, many activities and many different beaches around the Akrotiri peninsula.
Feel the calmness of the forest while looking the city from above and explore the green environment around you which is ideal for trekking or cycling.
It is beyond any doubt that our villa combines both unique privacy but also easy access to facilities and places, offering a rare luxury to shape your holidays just the way you like.
Please see below where the closest amenities can be found.
-Closest beach: 6.5km to Kalathas Beach (You have many more choices for beaches within a short distance away)
-Super market: 1.7 km
-Bakery: 3.6 km
-Butcher: 4.5 km
-Fresh fish: 6.3 km
-Pharmacy: 3.7 km
-Tavern or restaurant: 2 km There are many restaurants to select from as the villa is near Chania centre
-Heraklion Airport: 143 km
-Chania Airport: 10.5 km


**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at EUR15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.


Villa Casa Di Goya is approved by Greek Tourism Organization with license number: 1042K91003134001 & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".
During your stay at this villa, you'll be within walking distance of Tombs of Venizelos. You'll find features such as a gym, a water park and breakfast (surcharge). The villa includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • 6 minutes by car from Old Venetian Harbor and 10 minutes from Port of Souda
A magical hilltop retreat overlooking Chania city and the Cretan sea! offers its guests a water park and a fitness centre. A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly A magical hilltop retreat overlooking Chania city and the Cretan sea!.

This Chania villa is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool loungers
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub or hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video game console
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,875 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 1042Κ91003134001
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

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A magical hilltop retreat overlooking Chania city and the Cretan sea! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family of 11 had the most incredible stay at this beautiful villa in the hilltop area of Chania! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the breathtaking sea views, the peaceful surroundings, and the attention to detail in every corner of the property. The villa itself is immaculate — spacious, stylish, and equipped with everything you could possibly need for a relaxing holiday. There was more than enough room for 6 couples and a 16 year old. The pool was perfect for cooling off, with plenty of floaties and so beautiful in the evening with colorful lights. The outdoor dining areas quickly became our favorite spot to enjoy meals with that gorgeous Cretan sunset in the background.Our hosts Goya and Alex went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable — always available, warm, and ready with great recommendations for anything we wanted to do. Chania itself is full of charm, beaches were beautiful, food was incredible and being able to return to such a serene retreat each evening made the trip even more special.We highly recommend this villa for anyone looking for a magical escape in Crete! We hope to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Villa and Location

We were initially attracted to checking out this villa because of the ‘10 scores’ of reviewers.Anyway we booked our week. We can honestly say the whole experience was unbelievably good. The outdoor children’s facilities were excellent with a bouncy castle and swings. The pool was a very good design with a sensible shallow area of 0.6metres deep with good access steps; the main part of the infinity pool is 1.5metres deep. The pool is mostly sunken but there is a small raised edge which gave us all confidence with our 2 and 4 year old grandchildren. The outside area generally is brilliant. Inside the villa, the air con. is very effective and the whole place is very clean and spacious. Goya and Alexis were very good hosts and we had access via WhatsApp or by phone at all times. They were helpful and yet relaxed. Thank you for helping to make our stay in Crete so very good!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning!

Goya and Alex's home is absolutely gorgeous! The views of the city and the water and the countryside are phenomenal! Spacious, luxurious, beautifully decorated, and extremely gracious hosts! We would go back in a heartbeat and hope we can someday. We cannot say enough good things about our stay in the Casa de Goya
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location looking oven Chania

Exceptional accommodation standards and the Host could not be more friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible rental!

What a fabulous home. Six of us (two couples, two singles) rented this lovely house for a week. Privacy galore for everyone! It has everything you could want. It was very clean, well stocked and the owners could not have been nicer or more accommodating. The pool with its waterfalls is amazing. The view of Chania is beautiful and the deck to view sunsets was perfect for early evening cocktails. No need to look further if you are planning a getaway on Crete.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaya M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property with well maintained outdoors to relax

We were 12 adults in the group and had a lovely time in Casa do Goya. The reality is much better than the photos portray. Lovely well equipped outdoors and a very clean indoors with all the facilities. Recommend a car to drive around. Wish we had more time to relax at the property and enjoy the pool more. Goya was a great host and highly recommend this villa for a great holiday in Chania.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vera B.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect villa with the perfect hosts!

There were 11 of us. All family. We wanted a private, high-end, beautiful, comfortable villa with room, accommodations, and amenities for all of us including a pool, and a view of the sea to serve as our home base on Crete. Too much to ask? Casa di Goya was perfect. We were greeted by owners Goya and Alex who made us feel immediately welcome as if we were family. They were very gracious and responsive throughout our visit. When we return to Greece, we will return to Casa di Goya! P.S. Alex's wine was an unexpected treasure!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness

View over Chania

We had a wonderful time at Casa di Goya. The house is beautiful and well cared for, with amazing grounds that include a wonderfully sized pool, scenic views, comfortable shady and sunny spots to read, sit, eat or lounge, and a few animals too (chickens)! We spent many, many hours enjoying the view and nice breezes. The inside is also perfect - the house is decorated in a calming and comfortable way and in a way that has personality. As a result we felt very much at home. Everything you need is present, from the well appointed kitchen to laundry, some exercise equipment and even a play station for the kids. The terrific pool is a highlight! Goya and Alex are also wonderful hosts - they gave us much useful info about the local area, including some terrific restaurant advice. We were a quick 10-15 minute drive to Chania and just a few minutes from basics such as groceries and several restaurants. This would be a wonderful place to use as a base for exploring Western Crete but beware it’s is so comfortable you won’t want to leave. Looking forward to a return someday soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elvera B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Honeymoon

Had the most wonderful honeymoon at Casa di Goya. it was the perfect homebase to explore the beautiful city of Chania. Location could not be more perfect-you are less than 10 minutes from the center of town. The views of the city are absolutely stunning-it's really a perfect villa tucked away in the hills. The grounds are gorgeous, but what makes this property are the wonderful owners. Goya and Alex welcomed us so graciously into their home. They were available night and day for whatever we needed. We enjoyed getting to know them and we plan to return to this beautiful city very soon!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aline P.

Liked: Cleanliness
La maison était incroyable. Encore plus belle que sur les photos. Nous étions jusqu’à 11 personnes ado et adultes et nous avions tout à qui ne fonctionnait pas mais l’agence Etouri a tout fait pour pallier à ce problème avec une réactivité incroyable. Ma famille et mes amis étaient ravis. Endroit magnifique.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christiane D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Aufenthalt Oktober 2021

Wir hatten eine gute Zeit, die Villa entsprach unseren Vorstellungen, allein das Wetter hat uns die ganze Woche enttäuscht, aber nicht zu ändern.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sabine J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Noch schöner als in der Beschreibung!

Der perfekte Ort, um zwei Wochen im Oktober mit 3 Familien (und erwachsenen Kindern) auf Kreta zu verbringen! Ein wunderschönes Anwesen, ruhig gelegen mit toller Aussicht und unterwartet großem Pool. Chania-Zentrum ist 10 min mit dem Auto entfernt, schöne Strände 15 Min. Die Besitzer sind super-nett, geben reichlich Tipps und empfangen herzlich mit eigenem Wein und frischem Obst
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness

An unforgettable experience

As a group of 8 we booked Villa Casa Di Goya for 10 days to celebrate our final exams. And what can we say? It was brilliant and we have never experienced such a summer vacation. The location of the Villa above Chania is perfect so as you can see on the pictures the view is unique. We often went downtown (always by Taxi) at the evenings/nights and enjoyed our dinners at the Old Harbour. Taxi service by Mr. George was pretty good. Sometimes the Taxi prices vary greatly, so do not pay more than 10€ to maximum 15€ to drive to the city. A special thanks also to Goya and Alex the owners of the Villa. They took us with them one day to the Beach by car, they offered us to shop our groceries and we drank the tastiest red wine (which is handmade by Alex) ever. Such nice and helpful people like you, you rarely meet in your life. Thank you for making the trip unforgettable!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carlos C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Superbe séjour

Maison très agréable avec vue magnifique sur la Baie de Chania. Bel emplacement pour découvrir l'Ouest de la Crête.

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wunderbares Haus in großartiger Lage

Eine ganz wunderbare Villa, geschmackvoll eingerichtet in ganz ausserordentlich schöner Lage. Die Hausbesitzer sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Einzig die vollkommen falsche Adresse, vermittelt durch die Ferienagentur und die nicht Erreichbarkeit der Agentur bei der Ankunft waren etwas ärgerlich.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joacim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great villa with great view

The villa itself was great, really nice pool and relaxing area. Bedrooms were also of very high standard. Location is though a bit off so rental car is recommended

10/10 Excellent

Alfred B.

Wunderbares Haus mit toller Aussicht 5*

Wir wurden bei der Anreise sehr herzlich von den Vermietern empfangen und in die technischen Details des Hauses eingewiesen. Das Haus bietet allen erdenklichen Komfort bis ins letzte Detail. Die Lage ist sehr gut, viele nette Strände sind im Radius von 30 min. Autofahrt erreichbar, in die Altstadt von Chania fährt man ca. 15 min. Der Garten ist aufwändig gestaltet, ein Tischtennis Tisch ist gut platziert unter Bäumen und ein toller Grillplatz wurde heuer neu aufgebaut. Der Pool ist gepflegt, und mit vielen Extras (Strömungskanal, Massagedüsen, Beleuchtung in vielen Farben etc.) ein echtes Highlight. Alles in Allem ein klares 5* Haus. Selten so ein tolles Haus in einer selten TOP Lage gemietet.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018