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Villa Celeste, breathtaking sea view. Luxury part-villa above Almyros Beach

Villa Celeste, breathtaking sea view. Luxury part-villa above Almyros Beach

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Mountains of eastern crete beyond the Gulf of Mirambello
Wonderful blue water and watersports
Terrace, outdoor dining area and main bedroom
A breakfast to remember
Wifi, flat screen, dining table and large sofa. Fly screens on windows.

Overview of Villa Celeste, breathtaking sea view. Luxury part-villa above Almyros Beach

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Map
Agios Nikolaos, Almiros, Crete
  • Popular LocationLake Voulismeni4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Agios Nikolaos5 min drive
  • Popular LocationAgios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum5 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)49 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Villa Celeste, breathtaking sea view. Luxury part-villa above Almyros Beach

Villa Celeste, licence number ESL-1040K10003011801, sits in a unique, commanding position above Almyros Beach. This ground floor property offers views across Mirambelo Bay with a backdrop of the mountains of Kapsas and Orno. To the north lies the town of Agios Nikolaos within walking distance by coastal path. The inland view from the apartment garden reveals slopes of olive groves rising to the Katharo mountains. The accommodation offers two luxury double bedrooms both with ensuite, one bedroom has sea views. The large lounge offers a large sofa, dining table for six, fully equipped kitchen, with espresso machine, toaster, cafetiere, kettle, hob, oven, wide range of cooking utensils and luxury crockery, fridge with freezer compartment, a dishwasher, a washing machine, tumble dryer and ironing facilities are also provided. There is a large TV with satellite and DVD. Wifi throughout. Bath towels, toiletries, beach towels are all provided, as is a welcome pack which includes bread, a bottle of wine, butter, olive oil, a bottle of water, milk, a jar of jam and a bowl of fresh fruit. Outside the terrace offers a dining area with fabulous sea views, dining table for up to 6 people, a seating area with 2 recliners, 2 loungers and two sunbeds. The terrace area faces east and is fully open across the front with the fabulous bay view with a backdrop of mountains. To the south side the view encompasses the coast of the bay towards the villages of Almiros and Ammoudara. The panorama whether in the daytime when you can enjoy the sea view, the beach below, the mountains opposite isjust spellbinding, or at night the wide open starlit sky. To the west there is a fence with a gate to the covered car port and the long driveway beyond which more mountains are visible. The parking area is both private and secure.
The owners (2 people) live upstairs at the other end of the villa, with a separate terrace , not overlooking the holiday rental area.
In the garden around the Villa we feed some friendly cats that are not allowed indoors. We also have four small dogs which are kept away from the holiday apartment.

Property manager

Duncan Brooks
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
We cannot allow dogs at the present time

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The garden is on a rocky hillside, we request children are supervised.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 deadlock

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Agios Nikolaos

Located in Agios Nikolaos, this apartment is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Almiros and Ámmos, while Folk Museum and Museum of Cretan Ethnology are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and mountain biking nearby.
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Agios Nikolaos, Almiros, Crete

What's nearby

  • Almiros - 12 min walk
  • Lake Voulismeni - 4 min drive
  • Port of Agios Nikolaos - 5 min drive
  • Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum - 5 min drive
  • Voulisma Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Sitia (JSH) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Faedra Beach - 4 min drive
  • Arc - 4 min drive
  • Piazza Cafe Bar - 3 min drive
  • Gioma Meze - 4 min drive
  • Du Lac - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Celeste, breathtaking sea view. Luxury part-villa above Almyros Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Villa Celeste, breathtaking sea view. Luxury part-villa above Almyros Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Celeste, breathtaking sea view. Luxury part-villa above Almyros Beach located?

This family-friendly Agios Nikolaos apartment building is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Almiros, Ámmos and Lake Voulismeni. Folk Museum and Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter Trafford T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Holiday
Duncan and Marie Paul were excellent hosts, Duncan met us on the way to the property and guided us in. Magnificent views from the balcony across the Bay. Apartment very comfortable and well appointed. We were delighted with Agios Nikolaos, and will revisit the are in the future. Many thanks to you both for a lovely holiday. Peter and Bobbie Trafford

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Sitting on the terrace with a cup of coffee in the early morning sunshine was bliss.
From the moment you make your booking you know this is going to be a special holiday. Duncan and Marie-Paule are the perfect hosts, they go out of their way to make sure your holiday is as enjoyable and stress free as possible, infact, nothing is too much trouble for this really lovely couple. The villa is a real home from home, it is spotlessly clean, extremely well equipped, and there is a nice welcome pack waiting for you on your arrival. Once you get settled in the view from the terrace has you mesmerised, the beach below is lovely with beautiful clear water but it is the views to the mountains in the distance which change as the sun moves round that are the most fascinating. If you feel a little energetic a walk along the coastal path to Agios Nikolaos is well worth the effort and if that sounds too much like hard work you can always stop off for refreshments on the way. Elounda and Plaka are both worth visiting and for anyone not familiar with the sad story of Spinalonga, try reading the book The Island by Victoria Hislop (just don’t read it on the plane like I did, I ended up with mascara running down my face). Food shopping is easy, there is a very well stocked supermarket just past the crossroads heading into/out of Agios Nikolaos and a branch of Lidl can be found on the Krista road. Would we recommend the Celeste? Oh yes without a doubt. Any drawbacks? Yes, a very minor one is that the drive up from the main road is over an unmade track but that is not unusual for Greek properties. Any insects? Yes, but nothing that gave any cause for concern. Any wildlife? Not sure you would call them wildlife but Duncan and Marie-Paule do have pets, they were never a problem though. In fact quite the opposite, we had lots of laughs about them and we looked forward to an evening cat cuddle.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann N., London

Fantastic apartment
Great to stay in well equipped apartment with wonderful sea views from the large terrace. Duncan and Marie-Paule were helpful unobtrusive hosts. Crete itself was lovely. We had almost unbroken sunshine for the whole stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sören H.

Wonderful Holiday
What an amazing place to stay. Felt like a second home. Duncan and Marie-Paul are just wonderful. They made it the perfect accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Everything we wanted. Very comfortable villa, great views & really helpful owners.
The villa is in a great location with views out to sea and the surrounding bay, so plenty of time was spent relaxing on the terrace. The owners were very helpful and have equipped the property to a very high standard so there was everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. We did not use the hire car to go to the local town of Agios Nikolaos because it was a pleasant walk (once you got to the beach). It was useful to have a hire car for day trips to various places around the coast and inland to the plateaus, however, there are plenty of places in Agios Nikolaos for excursions if you do not want to drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

About the host

Hosted by Duncan Brooks

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Marie-Paule is from Luxembourg and has lived in Crete for the past 27 years. She was a translator before retirement and now spends her time enjoying all that Crete has to offer. Languages available are French, Luxembourgish, German, Greek and English. Marie-Paule and her British husband Duncan are at hand to provide assistance and advice only if required since we respect the space you occupy.

Why they chose this property

Marie-Paule fell in love with the position of this hillside. Private, and yet so close to town. Additionally, eastern Crete was a medical reccomendation due to the dry atmosphere. Fourteen years ago she built her dream house, and can now offer the entire ground floor (wheelchair compatible) for a unique holiday experience.
We are on the outskirts of the sophisticated resort of Agios Nikolaos with its bars, shops and numerous restaurants. The town boasts six beaches and long walkways by the sea as well a beautiful marina, lake and harbour. All this is accessible only five minutes by car from the villa or less than 20 minutes stroll. Being strategically placed in the east of Crete, the Villa also makes a perfect base for travelling around the island, visiting archaeological sites, mountains, plateaux, gorges, monasteries, villages and secluded beaches. The Villa is only 50 minutes drive from the airport.

What makes this property unique

It boasts a unique elevated position directly above the beach commanding spectacular views across the bay, yet all with easy access and great privacy. From the top of the hill on which the Villa stands there is a 360 degree view of mountains, sea town and villages and looking up the stars seem to go on forever.
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