Reviews of Elounda Almond Tree Villa Private Pool, Sea Views & Birds in a Relaxing Authentic Cretan Escape
Elounda, Vrouhas, 72004, Greece

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Reviewed: August 1, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewNikos was great to us and address every request we had.
Reviewed: October 16, 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: May 13, 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewThe pool and garden area is fantastic and the size of the property is great. We enjoyed the gardens and the terraces as they get the sun all day. The pool is regularly maintained so is a fantastic place to cool off. Parking is easy and the village has a fantastic cafe with the loveliest owners serving authentic local dishes.
The villa is old which is fine and authentic but it was not very clean (we had to cleans out the fridges) and felt tired - it is in desperate need of a refurbishment. The kitchen is tiny and with only one restaurant in walking distance you need a bigger kitchen unless you plan to drive out to eat everyday. The beds are old and uncomfortable so could do with updating. The bathrooms are ok but the shower in one of the bathrooms has no hook so you can’t really use comfortably. It’s definitely a property you want to just sleep and then spend all your time outside.
Thank you, Robbie, for your kind review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the pool and garden area. It's great to hear that the terraces and gardens provided ample sunshine for you. We're also glad you found the pool well-maintained and the parking convenient. The local cafe owners will be happy to hear your compliments. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Thank you, Robbie, for your kind review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the pool and garden area. It's great to hear that the terraces and gardens provided ample sunshine for you. We're also glad you found the pool well-maintained a… Show more
Reviewed: July 21, 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewLovely villa in a local authentic village, not far from Elounda….
Thank you, Jim, for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed the lovely villa and the authentic village atmosphere. It's great to know you appreciated the location near Elounda. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Reviewed: October 27, 2022 · Stayed in October 2022
Verified reviewno compromises 10 out 10. Perfect and highly recommended!!!
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Dear Mr. Arturs, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review of your recent stay with us. We are thrilled to hear that you found your experience to be perfect and that you would highly recommend our property. We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and ensuring that our guests have an enjoyable and comfortable stay. It's great to know that our efforts have paid off and that you found no compromises during your stay with us. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Argiro Kabeli
Dear Mr. Arturs, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review of your recent stay with us. We are thrilled to hear that you found your experience to be perfect and that you would highly recommend our property. We take pri… Show more
Reviewed: October 6, 2022 · Stayed in October 2022
Verified reviewLoved this traditional Cretan villa tucked in the hills at the back of Plaka. So peaceful and the view of the sea and the olive trees is beautiful. The pool was an added bonus as it was hot and the shade of the trees perfect. The villa was very traditional so had lots of character. The village is quiet with a lovely taverna serving delicious food. The host, Nikos, responded promptly and access to the property was easy. For a different and quiet getaway would highly recommend this villa.
Dear Mrs Lisa, Thank you for your wonderful feedback regarding your stay at our traditional Cretan villa. We are thrilled to hear that you found the villa peaceful, enjoyed the beautiful view of the sea and olive trees, and loved the pool as an added bonus. We are also happy to hear that you appreciated the traditional character of the villa and the delicious food served at the local taverna. We take great pride in providing prompt and easy access to the property and we are delighted to know that you found Nikos, to be responsive. We would be honored to have you book with us again in the future for another quiet and unique getaway. Thank you for choosing our villa for your stay and for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. Best regards Argyro Kabeli
Dear Mrs Lisa, Thank you for your wonderful feedback regarding your stay at our traditional Cretan villa. We are thrilled to hear that you found the villa peaceful, enjoyed the beautiful view of the sea and olive trees, and loved the pool … Show more