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Arete Self Catering Apartment-village location-wifi-parking – Home 4287222 Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • 2 sleeps
  • 3 nights min stay

Arete Self Catering Apartment-village location-wifi-parking – Home 4287222

  • Apartment
  • 1 bedroom
  • sleeps 2
  • 3 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Nearest beach 3 mi
  • Not suitable for children
  • Car advised
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

Enjoy a peaceful and relaxing stay at Arete Crete in your own private apartment on the 1st floor of our home.

Your spacious, sunny and tranquil private apartment, overlooks our organic olive grove, flower and vegetable gardens with your own parking space and a separate entrance.

SPACIOUS (42 sq meters) Fully Furnished and equipped, self-catering apartment, suitable for any season.

PRIVATE PARKING and independent access to the apartment gives guests the freedom to come and go as they please.

2 BALCONIES, a private rear balcony off the bedroom and a large front balcony off the kitchen, shower room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen.

AGRO TOURISM, run as a small holding/hobby farm offering the rural experience of village life, we have vegetable gardens, chickens, olive trees, a fabulous flower garden, a walled courtyard and abundant wildlife.

LOCATED conveniently but not too closely to the beaches of Maleme, 3kms away, Platanias, 5kms away or a short drive west away from the populated tourist areas towards Kissamos, Kolimbari and Rhodopos.

POPULAR destinations such as Paleochora, Sougia, Elafonisi and many more are just an unforgettable drive away, across west Crete's dramatic countryside and coastal roads.

IDEAL location for walkers, bird-watchers, history and archaeology enthusiasts, offering the perfect base from where to explore or just to relax and enjoy the Cretan countryside.

We, the owners Helen & Sean live here on this wonderful island all year round and can give you local information and advice on where to visit and how to get there, where to eat and much more. We happily take guests on local walks around the area and further afield for more adventurous walks, all free of charge.

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Bed & bathroom

  • 1 Shower

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Solarium or roof terrace
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Bicycles available
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Safe
  • Staffed property
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Getting around

A car is recommended as the local bus route is in Maleme, 3kms away. We can arrange a bespoke tour to the Samaria Gorge, a guided tour of Chania Town, a brewery visit, wine tasting and much more. Please ask us for more information.

Interaction with guest

We the owners, Helen and Sean, live full time at Arete and will be waiting to welcome you and show you around, to give you as much advice or information as you need, whenever you need it, we are here to help.

Policies

Check in time: 13:00, Check out time: 12:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

Smoking allowed in outside areas , balconies etc

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About the owner

Helen J.

Tourist License
AMA-00000144202

Calendar last updated:
21 May 2023
Years listed:
14
Based in:
Greece
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
90 reviews

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Very Good
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“Stunning property”

Reviewed 2 Jun 2019

Wow what a stunning property set in fabulous grounds overlooking olive groves and mature gardens. If peace and tranquility is what you need then this has to be the place for you to stay. The property … More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much for this wonderful and comprehensive review. We really appreciate the time you took to write in such detail and look forward to welcoming you again soon at Arete. All the very best, Helen and Sean.

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“A holiday at this stunning location is a really wonderful experience”

Reviewed 16 Sep 2018

This spacious apartment enjoys stunning views across the Cretan countryside.The proprietors,Sean and Helen,are a warm and welcoming couple who have created a lovely home set in a beautiful garden.Both… More

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“!!Το εξαιρετικό είναι απλά λίγο!!”

Reviewed 13 Aug 2018

Μείναμε σε αυτό το υπέροχο διαμέρισμα γ&… More

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Response from the owner Σας ευχαριστούμε παρα πολύ, ήσασταν οι τέλειοι καλεσμένοι. Ελπίζουμε να σας δούμε ξανά στην Αρετή. Καλό ταξίδι.

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“Tranquil location and lovely hosts”

Reviewed 28 Jul 2018

Chose the location as an ideal base to explore the Westen side of Crete and found it to be in a perfect setting set amongst olive trees in a small quiet village but just a five minute drive down to Me… More

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“Perfect and relaxing”

Reviewed 22 Oct 2017

A lovely quite location but in easy reach of beaches and restaurants. The owners are nothing but kind & helpful, they tell the best locations to visit. The appointment is very clean & tidy. W… More

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“Come a casa”

Reviewed 25 Sep 2017

La location di Arete Crete è bellissima ed Hellen e Sean sono due padroni di casa davvero premurosi. L'appartamento ha tutte le comodità e tutto funziona alla perfezione. Si entra … More

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“Une merveilleuse étape”

Reviewed 7 Sep 2017

Helen et Sean sont adorables et font le maximum pour rendre le séjour agréable. L'appartement est confortable (bonne literie), bien équipé, propre avec 2 terrasses bie… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Arete and we hope that you enjoyed the remainder of your holiday on Crete just as much. Merci, Helen and Sean.

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“Relaxing and secluded, but close enough to all the spots you'll want to visit.”

Reviewed 17 Aug 2017

Awesome location and a quality place to stay. It's in a quite village and run by a english expat couple who have spent the last 12 years going native. They had plenty of advice on where to find s… More

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Response from the owner Thanks both, it was really lovely to meet you and we wish you all the best for your adventure. Happy travelling. Kalo Taxidhi.

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“Perfect”

Reviewed 9 Aug 2017

Stayed at Arete for a long weekend, just what we needed great location peace and quiet, olive trees, chickens and ducks running wild.... what more could you want. Room was clean and well equipped and … More

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“Another great stay at Arete”

Reviewed 3 Aug 2017

We returned to Arete for the third time in May and our enjoyment at staying there remains undiminished and in fact grows with each visit. Arete is in a beautiful location in a rural setting at the edg… More

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Response from the owner YAY! And we can't wait to see you back here in September. Thanks Guys for a really lovely review, again! A warm welcome awaits you at Arete always.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with HELEN (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send HELEN (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact HELEN (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view HELEN the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send HELEN (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send HELEN (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to HELEN (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

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How do I know my booking is safe?

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How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from HELEN (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. HELEN (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call HELEN (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact HELEN (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send HELEN (the owner) a message.

If HELEN (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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