Ratings based on 42 Guest Reviews
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by A traveller
Beautiful rural retreat!
Posted May 23, 2024 on HomeAwayWe loved our stay at Johanna’s Kelafas home. The home was very private, beautifully decorated with many personal touches and everything needed for our stay. The grounds are beautiful, flowers, herbs, fruit trees! We especially enjoyed the fresh grate fruit! Great place to enjoy day trips to the beach, rural villages for an authentic Greek experience and restaurants in the area. Johanna was lovely and very responsive with recommendations to the area. Don’t hesitate to book her place!
by A traveller
Peaceful retreat between mountains and sea
Posted May 3, 2024 on HomeAwayA very relaxing place to stay, beautiful surroundings and just a short distance to local tavernas and shops. Johanna was the perfect host providing us with lots of local information and a welcome pack which included fresh produce from her lovely garden. We couldn’t have wished for more. Thank you Johanna
by A traveller from Oxted, Surrey
Perfect
Posted Feb. 14, 2024 on HomeAwayAll we had hoped for and more. So peaceful and tranquil we hope to return.
by A traveller
Paradise in Crete
Posted Oct. 30, 2023 on HomeAwayWe loved the house and-everything about Crete .
by A traveller
Olive grove haven
Posted Oct. 7, 2023 on HomeAwayThe villa was very beautiful and in a wonderfully quiet location. Perfect for us. We loved eating and reading on the terrace in the Mediterranean garden with only the sound of cicadas and the occasional sheep bell. Johanna was a very helpful, solicitous and generous hostess. We enjoyed all the places that she recommended and were made to feel welcome. We would happily visit again. Thanks very much Johanna.
Comment from Hotel Management
Oct. 10, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope you had a nice break. We look forward to your next visit!
by A traveller
The secret hideaway
Posted Sep. 29, 2023 on HomeAwayHad a fab holiday in a beautiful cottage surrounded by nature, peace and tranquillity.
Would highly recommend 😊
Thank you Johanna
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 29, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thanks Liz,
Glad you enjoyed it
by A traveller from London, UK
Ideal work-away location
Posted Aug. 5, 2023 on HomeAwayMy wife and I stayed here for a week in July. The cottage is thoughtfully designed, finished to a high standard, and well equipped (sharp kitchen knives are always a mark of quality!). Even during the unprecedented temperatures, we kept cool inside the stone walls under the ceiling fans, and outside in the numerous shaded sitting spots in the lovely garden. I managed a full week of remote working (comfortable table/chairs, convenient power, and reliable WiFi). Johanna was a great host - meeting us on arrival, with lots of great local recommendations, and reliably available by phone. We were also welcomed with a well stocked fridge, which was very kind. Daily visits from the friendly cats and dogs were great, but otherwise the house, garden and roof all felt private and peaceful. The house is in a semi-rural area but is well situated for exploring this part of the island. Highly recommended.
Comment from Hotel Management
Aug. 13, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thanks for a very useful and informative review! I'm pleased to hear it worked for you 🙂
by A traveller from United Kingdom
Absolutely stunning
Posted Jul. 9, 2023 on HomeAwayVeryvery clean property. Super peaceful and tranquil. A brilliant garden. The perfect mix of wild and tame. 10/10.
by A traveller
Beautiful property, quiet location
Posted May 11, 2023 on HomeAwaySitting in an olive grove, with beautiful gardens around, this is a really comfortable villa. Everything you need with a sunny rooftop area. Friendly pets around and Johanna looked after us very well.
Great walks nearby and a beautiful base for exploring the area. Two local restaurants in walking distance, a small supermarket, and Vamos with a brilliant bakery a short drive away.
Comment from Hotel Management
May 13, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thanks for your review. The traditional bakery in Vamos is definitely worth the short journey, plus you can stop for a coffee while you're there!
by A traveller from Canada
Off the beaten track idyllic stone cottage oasis
Posted Apr. 30, 2023 on HomeAwayThe cottage completely exceeded our expectations, our stay was even better than the pictures. Wonderful attention to detail throughout and great amenities for our stay (the olive oil is the best!). The courtyard is the perfect spot for morning coffee, including the extra of the daily visits from the dogs; Teddy, Chica and Daisy who you come to adore very quickly. The rooftop deck is lovely and a great place for a workout, yoga and evening sunset views and cocktails or star gazing.
Johanna is a fantastic host. provided us with great details and researched options to our questions pre arrival. She also reached out just prior to arrival recognizing we were coming in late and offered to do some shopping for us in advance which we sincerely appreciated.
Great recommendations, beautiful location, the grounds are lovely with orange and grapefruit trees along with the beautiful wild flowers and olive trees. The village is high up in the hills, a car or e bikes are definitely a must. The area has easily accessible walking and well marked hiking trails. We had an extended stay of almost 4 weeks, we walked everywhere for a few weeks, we used the bikes and for further out exploring we had a car.
It is a remote destination, very quiet and beautiful yet easy access to the bigger destinations. Johanna thank you for such a memorable stay and experience. We thoroughly enjoyed, it was exactly what we needed.
Indu & Danny
Comment from Hotel Management
May 13, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thanks for your review, especially your experience of getting by without a car.
I'm pleased you enjoyed your break!
