Come and experience our welcoming Myrtia Villa & Cave Estate on the sunny island of Crete. Bring family and friends together in two distinctive homes, with exclusive use of a private swimming pool and hot tub, surrounded by the village life, olive groves and vineyards of Crete’s wine country.

This listing includes both the spacious Pool Villa and the restored stone Cave Maisonette. With seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms, the estate accommodates up to 18 guests, offering room to spend time together alongside separate kitchens, lounges and sleeping areas.

TWO HOMES FOR YOUR GROUP

Pool Villa

The 150 m² Pool Villa has four bedrooms and four bathrooms:

• Bedroom 1: king-size bed, ensuite shower room and a convertible armchair providing an additional single bed.
• Bedroom 2: two adjacent single beds, ensuite shower room and a convertible armchair providing an additional single bed.
• Bedroom 3: double bed, with a separate shower room immediately beside the bedroom.
• Bedroom 4: small double bed and ensuite shower room. This rooftop bedroom is reached by an outdoor staircase from the private backyard, rather than through the main house.

The Pool Villa sleeps eight guests in bedroom beds and two in the convertible armchairs. The main living-room sofa remains available as shared seating.

Cave Maisonette

Once our family’s old cellar, the Cave Maisonette has been restored to retain its stone architecture and individual character.

Its three bedrooms sleep six guests, with three bathrooms serving the home. Upstairs, a double sofa bed accommodates two additional guests in the reading area/foyer. This is an open space, not a separate bedroom. An internal staircase connects the two floors.

The upstairs balcony, accessed through the master bedroom, has a private hot tub for three to four people, available year-round.

Bed linen and towels are provided. A baby cot, children’s toys and books are available on request.

LIVING SPACES & SHARED MEALS

Both homes feature Greek-themed art, natural linens and antique pieces passed down through our family. The Cave’s matching dining table and china cabinet are 19th-century Greek antiques.

Separate kitchens and dining areas give your group flexibility, whether you prefer a leisurely breakfast, cooking with local ingredients or dining at a village taverna. The Pool Villa also has a kitchen nook and outdoor dining beside the barbecue.

There are three Smart TVs across the two homes, with free Wi-Fi and outdoor coverage around the Pool Villa.

PRIVATE POOL, HOT TUB & OUTDOOR LIVING

Your group has exclusive use of the Pool Villa’s swimming pool and the Cave Maisonette’s hot tub. Neither is shared with other guests when you book the estate.

The private pool is unheated and available from April through October. It is unfenced, so children must be supervised by an adult at all times around the water. An outdoor shower is available beside the pool.

Enjoy the Pool Villa’s veranda, backyard and barbecue terrace, with places to sit in the sun or shade and take in the surrounding valley and hills. Orange and lemon trees add character to the backyard.

At the Cave Maisonette, the small front courtyard sits at street level. It is a place for morning coffee or an evening glass of wine while watching everyday village life pass by.

DISCOVER MYRTIA

Myrtia is a traditional farming village in the Heraklion region, in the heart of the Peza wine country. It suits guests who enjoy local food, culture and exploring beyond the coastal resorts.

Within walking distance, you will find:
• Small grocery shops selling local produce
• A bakery with fresh bread and pastries
• A bar and tavernas, with delivery options
• The Nikos Kazantzakis Museum
• Village churches, including one dating back to the Byzantine era
• A football pitch

The nearby Fairy Cave area, with its small stream, offers another place to explore on foot. Local wineries and olive groves provide opportunities to discover the region’s wine and olive oil.

EXPLORING CRETE

A car is highly recommended for exploring the surrounding countryside and coast. Knossos, Heraklion, Agarathos Monastery and Thrapsano, known for its pottery, are among the places to visit.

Beaches are approximately a 30-minute drive away, depending on your destination and traffic. Heraklion Airport and the port are approximately 15 km away.

PARKING & ACCESS

Free private parking is available on neighbouring land.

The Pool Villa’s garden entrance avoids the long main staircase, with two steps between its parking area and the house. Bedroom 4 is accessed separately by outdoor stairs from the backyard.

The Cave Maisonette has a step-free route from its parking area to the entrance, with an internal staircase connecting its floors.

Please consider these arrangements when allocating bedrooms within your group.

PRIVACY & SUPPORT

You will have exclusive use of both homes and their guest facilities. Occasional pool, garden or maintenance visits may be necessary and will be arranged with you beforehand through platform messaging.

Please keep clear of the roof’s solar panels and equipment. Smoking is permitted outdoors only, and the fireplace and barbecue must be fully extinguished before going to bed or leaving the property.

We’re happy to share local recommendations and help arrange car hire, transfers, restaurant reservations, private meals, wine and olive oil tastings and other experiences. Services are subject to availability, with any additional costs confirmed in advance.