💖 Why Guests Love Villa Ellis
• Private Pool: An outdoor private pool with sun loungers and a refreshing outdoor shower for relaxing summer days.
• Prime Seaside Location: Only 350m from the beach in the beautiful coastal village of Plakias.
• Sea Views & Balconies: Enjoy tranquil sea views from the upper-floor balconies and outdoor lounging areas.
• Spacious for Families & Groups: Comfortably accommodates up to 9 guests with four bedrooms and generous living areas.
🏡 Experience Relaxed Coastal Living at Villa Ellis
Welcome to Villa Ellis, a charming seaside villa located in the heart of Plakias, on Crete’s beautiful southern coast. Designed for comfort and relaxation, the villa offers bright interiors, sea views, and inviting outdoor spaces just a short walk from the beach.
With space for up to 9 guests, Villa Ellis is ideal for families or groups of friends looking for a laid-back Mediterranean escape. Enjoy the privacy of your own pool, comfortable indoor living areas, and the convenience of restaurants, cafés, and shops just moments away.
🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout
The villa spans approximately 130m² and is arranged across two levels, offering inviting shared spaces and comfortable private bedrooms.
Ground Floor
• Living Area: Bright and welcoming lounge featuring comfortable seating, a large HDTV with satellite channels, DVD player, fireplace, and air conditioning for year-round comfort.
• Kitchen: Fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, toaster, blender, grill, and a versatile coffee machine compatible with paper pods, plastic capsules, and ground coffee.
• Dining Area: Dedicated dining space ideal for shared meals and relaxed gatherings.
• Bedroom 1: Comfortable double bedroom with expansive outdoor views.
• Guest WC: Convenient guest toilet for added comfort.
First Floor
• Bedroom 2: Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom and private balcony offering beautiful sea views.
• Bedroom 3: Bright twin bedroom with direct balcony access.
• Bedroom 4: Bright twin bedroom with pleasant outdoor views.
• Bathroom: Fully equipped bathroom featuring a jetted shower for extra relaxation.
🌴 Outdoor Living
Set on 450m² of private grounds, the outdoor areas are thoughtfully designed for comfort, relaxation, and long sunny days in Crete.
• Private Pool Area: A 7.3m x 3.9m swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers and a shaded seating area for relaxing throughout the day.
• BBQ & Dining Area: BBQ and outdoor dining space, ideal for long, relaxed dinners and evenings under the stars.
• Outdoor Lounge: Comfortable garden seating, perfect for morning coffee or sunset drinks in a peaceful setting.
• Outdoor Shower: Convenient for rinsing off after a swim or a day at the beach.
• Private Parking: On-site parking available for your convenience.
📍 Prime Location in Plakias, South Crete
Villa Ellis is ideally located within easy walking distance of the beach, restaurants, and all essential amenities.
• Plakias Beach: 350 m (short walk)
• Restaurants & Taverns: 240 m
• Supermarket: 350 m
• Health Center of Spili: 22.9 km
• Rethymno General Hospital: 32.91 km
• Chania International Airport: 94.7 km
• Heraklion International Airport: 118 km
Plakias is a charming seaside village known for its long sandy beach, laid-back atmosphere, and stunning natural surroundings on the south coast of Crete.
🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
Villa Ellis is the perfect base to explore the natural beauty and cultural highlights of southern Crete.
Within 10–30 Minutes
• Souda Beach: A peaceful, unspoiled beach with crystal-clear waters and mountain views.
• Damnoni Beach: A beautiful sandy bay ideal for swimming and water sports.
• Preveli Palm Forest: A unique landscape where a palm-lined river meets the Libyan Sea.
• Kotsifou Gorge: A spectacular drive through dramatic cliffs and wild scenery.
Perfect Day Trips
• Rethymno Old Town (40 mins): Explore Venetian architecture, charming alleys, and the iconic Fortezza fortress.
• Lake Kournas (1 hour): Crete’s only freshwater lake, great for pedal boating and lakeside dining.
• Chania (approx 1.3 hours): Discover the famous Venetian harbor, boutique shops, and picturesque old town streets.
• Chora Sfakion (approx. 1 hour): A traditional coastal village known for its authentic Cretan atmosphere, dramatic mountain backdrop, and ferry connections to secluded beaches like Loutro and Glyka Nera.
The CreteVillas4u Advantage
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🛡️ Managed by CreteVillas4U | Experts in Cretan hospitality ensuring a seamless, high-quality stay.
To ensure a stress-free holiday experience, we will send you a link to our GuestGuide4u approximately two weeks prior to arrival. The guide includes house details, local recommendations, restaurants, and helpful travel tips for exploring Crete.
🧳 Included Services
• Welcome Basket: A selection of local Cretan treats upon arrival.
• Housekeeping: Cleaning and linen change twice per week.
• 24/7 Support: Dedicated assistance from the CreteVillas4U team.
🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost)
• Private Chef, Wine Tasting, Beauty Treatments, or Personal Training.
• Car rentals and airport transfers with exclusive guest discounts.
• Sailing trips, guided tours, and private boat rentals.
• Pre-Arrival Shopping: Order groceries in advance and have them stocked before arrival.
• Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call.
1. Guests are welcome to check in from 15:00 on their arrival date and are requested to check out by 11:00 on the day of departure. Early check-in/late check-out is available upon request depending on availability. It is essential to keep us informed of your arrival time or any significant delays to ensure seamless access to the property. Please note that failure to check in by midday the day following your scheduled arrival without prior notification may result in the booking being treated as a cancellation.
2. Only registered guests may enter or stay overnight at the property. Any gathering with additional people must be disclosed and approved before booking; it may be declined or subject to extra charges. If these terms are breached, we reserve the right to deny check-in or require you to vacate the property immediately. In such cases, the booking will be considered cancelled by you, and no refund will be issued, unless we decide otherwise at our sole discretion.
3. Your comfort is our priority, and we make every effort to ensure the villa is in perfect condition for your stay. If you encounter any issues, such as interruptions with electricity, hot water, or internet, please notify us immediately so we can resolve them promptly.
Guests have a 48-hour window after check-in to report any pre-existing damages or broken facilities. After this period, any damages found will be considered the responsibility of the current guests and must be settled or replaced prior to departure.
4. Smoking is not allowed indoors. Guests are welcome to smoke in outdoor areas, such as the pool deck, balconies, and terraces.
5. Housekeeping: Cleaning and linen changes take place every 3/4 days. If you wish for the villa to be cleaned more often, it’s possible for an extra charge.
6. Pool: The pool is uncovered and built according to Greek Tourism Organisation (EOT) standards. Children under 12 are not allowed to use the pool without adult supervision. Parents are fully responsible for supervising their children at all times. Use is at your own risk due to potential health and safety risks.
7. Fireplace: Please only use the firewood provided and refrain from burning paper or other combustible materials.
8. The lead guest must be at least 21 years old.
9. Please respect the quiet hours from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM and from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
