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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
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Overview of Gardenia Garden House with beautiful sea views, near the beach and the village.

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Check out the area

Map
Sternes, Crete
  • Popular LocationLoutraki Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarathi Beach5 min drive
  • AirportChania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Souda16 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
    1 queen bed
Common area
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo

Room options

About the area

Chania

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Chania vacation home, you'll find Loutraki Beach and Marathi Beach. Agia Triada Monastery is within 6 miles (10 km) and Port of Souda is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Loutraki Beach - 3 min drive
  • Marathi Beach - 5 min drive
  • Port of Souda - 16 min drive
  • Seitan Limania Beach - 22 min drive
  • Kalyves Beach - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Anchor - 7 min drive
  • Olympic Catering Sa - 8 min drive
  • Argonaut - 6 min drive
  • Labyrinth - 8 min drive
  • Goody's - 8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gardenia Garden House with beautiful sea views, near the beach and the village.

Lovely bungalow garden house on private estate. Beautiful views, quiet and peaceful setting within the garden of the main house. Amazing views to Souda Bay, the White Mountains, Apokoronas, and the open sea.

The Garden House includes 1 double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with bathtub/shower, a living room with open kitchen, and a separate bathroom with WC and washing machine. TV with chrome cast (no channels).

There is a spacious terrace / outdoor living area including a dining area, a BBQ, a sofa and hammock, and an outdoor shower. The bungalow and its terrace is completely private (not visible to the estate’s other residents).

High quality bed linen and towels, duvets and pillows. Professional cleaning.

Prices quoted on this listing refer to 2 guests. An additional 2 guests can be accommodated on the sofa bed at a supplement. Rates include electricity and end cleaning.

Immediately above the bungalow is the property’s other guest house which sleeps 2. This house can be rented together with the bungalow thus accommodating a total of 6. For more information please see VRBO listing number 6556538 (Gardenia Guest House)

Access to the bungalow is by a private driveway leading from the property’s gated entrance. Parking for 1 car outside the property.

Located on the Akrotiri peninsula of Chania, on the outskirts of the village of Sternes. The lovely beaches of Loutraki and Marathi are only a short drive away, as is the quaint village of Sternes.

Preferred guests are couples or families wishing to enjoy peace and quiet, respectful of the estate’s owners’ proximity. Maximum occupancy is 4, with the possibility for a cot for child up to the age of 2. Music/noise and conversation generated from the guests or equipment that they are using in and around the bungalow should be kept to a respectable level in consideration of the owners and must be reduced to a minimum after 9 pm.

Location:
The pretty village of Sternes is located south of Chania International Airport (no air traffic above). The village includes 3 places to dine, a gyro/souvlaki café, a tavern, and a Kafenion (local café). There are 2 minimarkets providing basic groceries, fruit and vegetables, a bakery, and a pharmacy.

Approx. 3 km below Sternes are the sandy beaches of Loutraki and Marathi. Both have shallow, crystal-clear waters, are well protected from the northerly winds of July and August, and are favorites among both tourists and locals alike. There are 3 places to eat in Loutraki; a beach café, a grill-taverna, and another lunch tavern. Marathi has a slightly larger selection of restaurants, one of them, Patrelantonis, considered to be one of the best restaurants in Chania. Equally good but with fewer selections on its menu is the beach fish-café of Rokakis. Fishermen in the family assure fresh fish and seafood on a daily basis.

Distances:
2 km to the sandy beach of Loutraki with lunch café and 2 tavernas
3,2 km to the sandy beach of Marathi with 3 tavernas
1,5 km to nearest shop in the village of Sternes. Sternes also has a bakery, a pharmacy and 2 tavernas
7 km to the international airport of Chania
15 km to Chania, with its lovely old town and famous Venetian harbor

Property manager

Alexandra

Languages

Danish, English, Greek, Norwegian, Swedish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 807.3 sq ft (75 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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.

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 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

Property Registration Number 00002607335

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Gardenia Garden House Chania
Gardenia Garden House Chania
Gardenia Garden House Private vacation home Chania
Gardenia Garden House Private vacation home
Gardenia Garden House

Gardenia Garden House with beautiful sea views, near the beach and the village. Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Window to paradise
We cannot say enough positive things about the gardenia garden house. It was a wonderful location to explore the beaches and hiking spots around Chania, and experience the lovely culture of the people of Sternes. It is within 10 minutes of the airport but feels a world away. Comfortable furnishings surrounded by lemon and olive trees,herbs to cook with in its well equipped kitchen all made it a comfortable home for us. Hoping to return to this lovely spot!
Stayed 27 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views and nice location
We loved the view from the patio, and the location was good for exploring the island
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

William and Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gardenia House
A perfect week
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Sanctuary
Beautiful apartment and terrace, beautiful gardens, with incredible views across Souda Bay towards the mountain. Comfortably furnished, well equipped and nice welcome pack in the kitchen. It’s very quiet and isolated but within easy reach of everything we needed. We’re returning home fully recharged and know it’s a place we’d like to return to time and again. The host is extremely welcoming and hospitable, provided a detailed information pack and maintained excellent contact
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William D., Osterville, MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
SPLENDID PERCH ABOVE MARATHI AND EXPECTATIONS!
Gardenia Garden House was easy to find, and we had several advance communications with the cordial owner, who met us at the gate of the property, which contained several buildings. The owner gave us a tour of the property and also pointed out that the vegetable garden and all the herbs were available for guests. This was definitely one of the most welcome amenities. The location, grounds, villa interior all far exceeded our expectations, and we were completely delighted with everything. Frankly, it was only after two or three days that we even noticed there was no TV. The entire villa was spotless and well equipped, even had a washer (we did not use), drying rack, beach lounges, even beach towels. We particularly loved all the varieties of lavender, rosemary, purslane plus the grape and other tomatoes which were plentiful, eggplants and a seemingly endless variety of edibles. Inside, the bed was quite comfortable, there was a huge amount of storage space for suitcases and clothing, shoes, etc. Bathroom was large and bright and spotless. The kitchen wonderfully equipped, although we never cooked there, for making Greek salads from local green grocer's produce supplemented by the wonderful garden's many offerings, we ate well and at home some nights with luscious salads. We had an ideal work location with an amazing view of the Bay of Souda. We were able to watch the moon come up every night both from inside the villa and the gorgeous patio, replete with glider, sofa, table and pillows. I cannot imagine anything more that could have further enhanced our stay and would very highly recommend Gardenia Harden House as a high value and strategically located property offering everything guests could possibly require.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Desna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful time staying here. The accommodation is exactly as described, its very clean, comfortable, and the kitchen has everything you need if you should decide to cook. The view is even better than described! Looking out over the bay is spectacular and changes all the time depending on the time of day. Really lovely. Alexandra is an excellent host and provided a wealth of information for us. All restaurant recommendations were excellent. Marathi Beach less than 5 minutes away was lovely, with several nice tavernas. The beach is well maintained and the water is beautiful. The accommodation is a short drive from Chania so very well positioned. I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone and hope to return next year. Would also recommend a trip to the Botanical Gardens only 45 minutes away and well worth it.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in Crete
A wonderful property well equipped and spotlessly clean The view was wonderful unfortunately we had to leave early for personal reasons but really did not want to leave peaceful tranquil and the photographs do not do it justice . You definitely need a car but lots of lovely beaches within driving distance .highly recommended 😀

10/10 Excellent

Jim A., Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA

Amazing Place and Views
Peace, calm, and amazing views, and that is only the beginning! What a wonderfully pleasant way to spend a week or more. The inside space is great with two full bath, great well-stocked kitchen, huge living area, and light airy bedroom. The outside space is even better with water views and dining under a spreading olive tree. Prepare your own meal with fresh basil from the garden or dine at one of the great seafood restaurants on the pleasant beach only 10 minutes away. Elsa was a very pleasant host and was never fazed even when we locked ourselves out of the apartment and had to climb in through the window! On some practical notes, you really do need a car to stay. You will need it to get around and buy supplies, go to restaurants, etc. It is easy to just stay put and just enjoy the villa, but you will want to get out and enjoy the restaurants and sights. To the neighborhood dogs, we would just like to say “woof, woof” which translates to “until we meet again.”
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

Magnificent views from beautiful Gardenia Garden House
We had a fabulous 2 weeks at this very special bungalow. Alexandra sent us very detailed information prior to our visit and her son Alex and mother Elsa looked after us very well indeed during our stay. The accommodation was clean, comfortable, spacious and well equipped. The ever-changing views from the garden and terrace held our attention for hours, but we did manage to tear ourselves away to enjoy lots of interesting places within easy reach of the property. Favourites included Chania Old Town, Gouvernetou Monastery including the walk down into Avlaki Gorge to the sea, Aghia Triada Monastery, Botanical Park and Gardens, various gorge walks and of course the many beautiful beaches on the Akrotiri Peninsular. Thank you all for a wonderful holiday. Andrew & Carolyn
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bill Sethi

Excellent
An excellent stay at the Gardenia Garden House. The whole week was brilliant. Thank you Alexander for your warm Hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018