Villa Pallas
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Overview
Villa Pallas is a perfect contemporary abode for a spot of switch-off. This stunning property is a truly wondrous, stylish gem that sits just off the coast near the traditional village of Vamos, southeast of Chania. Nestled on a gently sloping hillside, it offers breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea and the surrounding countryside that will entice your gaze and tranquillize your soul. It is built from local white marble stone and boasts many incredible contemporary design features. Full of sumptuously stylish fabrics, trendy furnishings and the most amazing bathrooms and kitchen, you will be forgiven for thinking that you are in a luxury boutique hotel. This truly stunning property epitomises luxury holiday rental accommodation and will impress even the most discerning of guests. With five sensational bedroom suites, Villa Pallas is perfect for large families or groups of friends wanting to spend quality time together in Crete.
In the foothills of the White Mountains, the charming village of Vamos allows you to step back in time, enjoy friendly local faces and enjoy delicious Cretan meals. It is nestled 25km from the beautiful city of Chania and 35km from the ancient city of Rethymno. Vamos enjoys an amazing history and its architectural heritage is well-preserved. Important buildings are the Chapel of the Virgin Mary and the Karidi Monastery which enjoys spectacular scenery. The village is surrounded by olive groves and wonderful countryside yet this lovely village is only minutes from the nearest beaches. Aptera’s famous ancient archaeological site is close by, as is the charming Old Town of Chania, one of the most alluring, captivating towns of Crete. With picturesque, narrow alleys draped with colourful bougainvillaea, a fabulous dining scene which will get your tastebuds tingling, atmospheric bars, the most amazing sunsets and gorgeous little boutiques lining the cobbled streets, you will quickly lose your heart and want to return time and time again. The beautiful town of Rethymno and the spectacular Samaria Gorge are also within easy reach and the archaeological sites of Knossos and Phaestos are roughly one and a half hours away.
Villa Pallas is a private paradise for your Crete getaway. It is a capsule of contemporary cool where space, breathtaking views and lux living come in lavish abundance. You will discover light-flooded, chic interiors with ample living, dining and sleeping spaces and exceptional outdoor entertainment spaces that may tempt you to hole up in this fabulous hideaway. Designed with giant walls of glass, your views are maximised and every element of the design has been created to work in unison with the concept of indoor, and outdoor living. Villa Pallas’ interiors boast natural materials throughout with many exposed stone walls blending perfectly with trendy wooden design features and lavish contemporary furnishings. All of this invites relaxation and peace. You will spend serene evenings in the gorgeous open-plan living space which offers one hundred and ten square metres of exquisite space. All in white, ivory and cream, the space is elegant and inviting. The kitchen and dining area is sublime. Your chef’s dream of a kitchen is sleek and stylish with its rich warm woods, giant stainless steel appliances and marble breakfast bar seating five. A chic dining table and chairs sit alongside looking glamorous and stylish. The entire space looks out to mesmerising views. Villa Pallas enjoys a brilliant well-equipped gym for those that want to maintain their fitness levels. There is also a massage room if you want to request some wellness treats.
The villa boasts five incredible bedroom suites, all enjoying in-room or ensuite bathrooms, exquisite design features, super sea and mountainside views, lavish kingsize beds and luxurious touches. The heavenly master bedroom suite enjoys two terraces, a large walk-in dressing room and an in-room trendy bathroom with both a giant walk-in shower and a freestanding bath. Here you can soak any remaining stresses away while enjoying captivating sea views. The remaining four bedrooms all boast beautifully dressed kingsize beds and immaculate, contemporary ensuite bathrooms. The sublime views from the bedrooms mean you will never miss a moment of coastal bliss.
The exterior of Villa Pallas is also exceptional. It blends naturally with the wonderful landscape thanks to the use of warm white marble stone. The terrace boasts a stunning infinity swimming pool, a fabulous sun deck with luxury loungers and parasols, a sensational alfresco dining area and a summer kitchen which sits under a contemporary pergola and wonderful garden areas sprinkled with lush lawn, olive trees and Mediterranean planting. The alfresco dining area also features a bar which looks out to spectacular views that will entice your gaze and lift your heart.
Villa Pallas also comes with access to a dedicated concierge team who hope to ensure that you experience the holiday of your dreams. You will definitely return home with magical holiday memories when staying at Villa Pallas.
What you should know…
- Though the villa is built on the hillside close to Vamos, it is only seven kilometres from the nearest beach
- Every bedroom at Villa Pallas comes with its own ensuite or in-room bathroom
- Your barbecue chefs will enjoy preparing delicious feasts in the superb summer kitchen which you can enjoy in an exquisite alfresco dining space
- The villa comes with an excellent concierge service
Property Features
The Villa
Villa pallas is a 5 bedroom villa sleeping up to 10 guests, with private pool
Interior:
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Living room
- Master bedroom with ensuite
- 4x Double bedrooms with ensuites
- Gym
Exterior:
- Heated swimming pool
- BBQ
- Dining area with pergola
Additional facilities
- King-size beds
- Security system
- Sound system
- Iron/Ironing board
- Garden
- Sun loungers
- Concierge service
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa PallasVilla Pallas enjoys a fabulous position near the traditional village of Vamos. Vamos is a semi-mountain village, three hundred metres above sea level, which is surrounded by wild nature. It enjoys a blissful setting with stunning sea views. The nearest beach is only seven kilometres away. Vamos is very attractive, sprinkled with ancient buildings and a wonderful array of restaurants, bars and mini-markets. It hosts many events including its Jazz in July Festival.
The nearest beaches to Villa Pallas are Almirida Beach, Kalives Beach, Kiani Akti, Kera, Ombrosgialos, Kalivaki and Georgioupoli Beach. Some are very touristy with loungers, restaurants and tavernas while others such as Kera are very quiet.
The nearby village of Aptera is also known as Megala Chorfia. Wildflowers bloom along narrow roads and shepherds tend to their flocks in the fields surrounding the village. There are some lovely amenities. The archaeological remains of ancient Aptera dating from the Minoan and Roman times are located just outside the village and beyond this is a Turkish castle which is perched strategically on the headland overlooking the sea. Just along from Aptera is Souda, the second biggest port of Crete. In the middle of the bay is a small islet of the same name with a beautiful Venetian castle standing in its centre.
The Monastery of Agios Georgios in Karydi is also worth visiting. You will discover the remains of a beautiful olive press built in 1860 and consisting of twelve stone arches. There is a fascinating information room. Just before reaching the monastery, you can take a right turn to visit the beautiful church of the Koimisis of Theotokou with its 11th to 14th-century frescoes.
Known as the Venice of the East, Chania Old Town is magical with unique shops lining its cobbled streets, a brilliant dining scene, trendy waterfront bars serving delicious cocktails and its famous Venetian harbour and imposing lighthouse. The harbour 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, the Old Town and the backdrop of the majestic White Mountains. 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. One visit will not be enough!
In the opposite direction, Rethymno is roughly forty minutes away and definitely worth a visit. You will be rewarded by its history, the delicious local wine, its waterfront tavernas and its stunning beaches. In the old quarter, the buildings date back to the 16th century and its pretty, cobbled streets and stamp-sized piazzas are lined with restaurants and unique shops. The Venetian-styled harbour is beautiful and is overlooked by the castle. The nearby beach resorts of Bali, Agia Galini, Plakias and Adelianos Kampos are gorgeous. The historical monasteries of Preveli and Arkadi are very popular visits.
Following the Minoan Palace of Knossos, the second most visited tourist attraction in Crete is the dramatic and imposing Samaria Gorge. It sits at the foothills of the White Mountains and is the longest and most famous gorge in Europe. 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. This includes the rare kri-kri which are wild goats.
If you get time to visit Balos Beach, Elafonisi or Falasarna Beach, you will remember them forever. They are three of the best beaches in all of Greece. In the protected ‘NATURA’ area of Balos Bay, Balos Beach’s glistening white sand and turquoise sea are incredible. Not far away is Falasarna, a wondrous Cretan lagoon with pool-like waters and pink sand. It has been awarded the best beach in Crete and one of the top ten beaches in Europe. Elafonisi also enjoys pinkish sand, shallow water and the most incredible sunsets.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Chania International Airport
(35 km ) |
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| Nearest Town |
Chania
(28 km ) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Omprogialos
(6 km ) |
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| Sightseeing |
Archaeological Site of Aptera
(19 km ) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesFamilies adore the stunning Villa Pallas. The villa is incredible and teenagers love the gym. Vamos is a great location. The tourist office offers access to botanical guided walks, trips to cheese and olive oil factories and shops, cooking lessons and many more excursions. You can meet a local cheese maker and taste graviera, anthotyros and myzithra cheeses which the adults can wash down with some nice raki. At the olive oil factory, you will learn about the olive oil production process and taste pure local oils. Part of this trip takes you to the pretty village of Maxairoi where you will visit a herb factory packing the collected oregano, sage and mountain tea. Here, children enjoy learning about herbs oil extraction and the making of essential oils. In Apokoronas you meet a technician who makes sheep and goat bells. It is a great trip with a traditional Cretan lunch thrown in.
Limnoupolis is a fun water park close to Chania boasting eleven exciting waterslides such as 100m giant slides, free fall slides, a black hole and triple twist slides, a kid’s pool and an artificial island. It also boasts a relaxing 130m lazy river, a huge swimming pool with a diving platform, a kiddie pool and a relaxation area.
Minoan’s World 3D Museum and 9D Cinema in Chania Town are popular. It is an immersive cinema where you can learn about the Minoan history while enjoying effects such as earthquakes and snow, bubbles and wind. There are many photo opportunities with murals in the background. The movie stars Zeus as a baby and as a God, abductions, flying too close to the sun and an eruption of the volcano in Santorini causing a devastating tsunami that ended the Minoan era.
If you decide to visit Balos Beach, you can either drive or take a boat ride there. This is fun too. Just make sure you pack some refreshments and perhaps a beach parasol as there isn’t anything there to protect you from the sun.
The Botanical Park of Crete is a 20-hectare park, 18km from Chania. It enjoys one hundred and fifty species of fruit trees and hundreds of herbs, and medicinal and ornamental plants that the Cretan mountains are famous for. It is home to many birds around the lake, butterflies, wild goats, hares, badgers, Cretan rock ferrets, weasels and tree frogs. There is also a restaurant with amazing mountain views.
Lake Kournas is Crete’s largest freshwater lake and is fed by natural springs running off the Lefka Ori mountains. The water is 22m at its deepest and is a stunning turquoise colour. It is an excellent excursion with pedalos, lots of geese and terrapins and plenty of tavernas nearby. Close by is the Kanakis Olive Mill where you can also learn all about the production of olive oil. You can taste the oil in the shop and pick up some souvenirs. You should also take a photograph of the two-thousand-year-old olive tree outside.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Sailing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Heated Pool
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Transfers Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
| Security deposit | €6000 paid via bank transfer to the owner before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 15.00 |
| Departure time | 10.00 |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €6000 paid via bank transfer to the owner before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 15.00 |
| Departure time | 10.00 |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in rental price |
| Internet access? | Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price. It is good to note that the speed is dependent on local provider and technical issues may cause reduced speed or cut of service. |
| Minimum stay | 5 nights - Low/mid season 7 nights - High season |
| Changeover day | Flexible |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed |
| Smoking Allowed? | Not permitted |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that on occasions, in Greece, extremes in weather can cause water and/ or electric supply to be cut or reduced. Services are normally restored as soon as possible. |
The Greek government requires owners to collect a Tourist Climate Tax, your property manager will collect this in cash:
March-October €15 per night per unit
November-February €4 per night per unit
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 10 people:
| Rental period | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 27th 2024 - Apr 27th 2025 | £8,115 | £11,361 |
| Apr 27th 2025 - Jun 29th 2025 | £8,115 | £11,361 |
| Jun 29th 2025 - Sep 7th 2025 | - | £14,814 |
| Sep 7th 2025 - May 31st 2026 | £8,115 | £11,361 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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