1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 475 sq m

Explore 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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

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
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

Danish, English, Greek, Norwegian, Swedish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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
Property Registration Number 00000092798

We should mention

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

About the area

Chania

Located in Chania, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Old Venetian Harbor and Port of Souda are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nea Chora Beach. Maritime Museum of Crete and Limnoupolis Water Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
Map
Sternes, Crete

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gardenia House
A perfect week
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ISABELLE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVELY HOUSE WITH AMAZING VIEW
Everything was perfect. Alexandra welcomes us very well, the place is really beautiful : the view is incredible, from morning to evening. It's a very quiet place, and the house is really nice. Very wel furnished, nothing is missing. And we appreciate a lot the homemade orange marmalade, my favorite ! We'll probably stay here again if we have the chance
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

lise g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Merveilleuse semaine
Nous avons passé une merveilleuse semaine chez Alexandra pour visiter le nord ouest de l’île! Quelle vue à couper le souffle, matin, midi et soir … c’est sublime !!! Notre séjour a été parfait avec tous les conseils et bonnes adresses de notre hôte. Nous recommandons vivement cette location très bien équipée pour visiter La péninsule de La Canée et ses environs
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

About the host

Hosted by Alexandra

Host profile image
I’m half Greek (from western Crete) and half Norwegian. I speak fluent English, Norwegian, and Greek, and have lived and worked on Crete for many years but reside in Norway. This amazingly beautiful island and its people always make me look forward to coming back. I am fortunate enough to be able to spend the entire summer working on Crete. I wish you a wonderful holiday and will do my utmost to make it so!

Why they chose this property

Peaceful environment, panoramic views you'll never forget, lovely authentic settings, far from mass tourism, yet near wonderful beaches.

What makes this property unique

The panoramic views are magnificent!

Languages:

English, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Greek

Premier Host

Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback