Villa Athena pairs a 13.5m infinity pool above Souda Bay with a private flood-lit pickleball court, kept for guests only. It sleeps 8 across 4 bedrooms near Vamos in Crete, and suits active families or two couples who want space and their own en-suites.

At a glance
• Sleeps 8 across 4 bedrooms
• 3 king beds (each en-suite) and 1 twin room
• 4 bathrooms
• Above Souda Bay, about 2.5km from Vamos centre
• Wi-Fi recorded at up to 350 Mbps download
• Free on-site parking for several cars, by the villa or the court
• Check-in from 16:00, check-out by 10:00

A Home to Relax and Unwind
The living, kitchen and dining areas share one open space, with folding glass doors that pull right back to the pool and the sea. Evenings are easy with lots seating areas and a Smart TV for streaming, while room-darkening blinds in the bedrooms mean you can sleep in after a late game on the court.

The Layout
• Living area: Open-plan lounge with a working fireplace, Smart TV, sound system, and folding glass doors to the terrace.

• Kitchen: Island cooktop, full-size fridge freezer, oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, blender and cooking basics.

• Dining: Indoor table seating six, plus a separate outdoor kitchen with grill and bar seating.

• Bedroom 1: King bed with attached en-suite.

• Bedroom 2: King bed with attached en-suite.

• Bedroom 3: King bed with attached en-suite.

• Bedroom 4: Twin beds.

• Bathrooms: One main bathroom with twin sinks, a bathtub and a walk-in shower; three en-suites, several finished in blue onyx tiling.

• Outdoor space: 13.5m infinity pool with sun loungers and palms, shaded terrace, covered roof terrace with dining, outdoor kitchen and BBQ, plus the private flood-lit pickleball court.

Location
The villa sits in the Apokoronas hills above Souda Bay, in quiet countryside wrapped in olive groves, with traditional Vamos a short drive away. The old town is worth a visit, with its stone-paved streets, cafes and small shops. The wider area is known for its tavernas and country walks. A car makes life here much easier, as public transport is limited.

• Vamos centre, 2.5km, 5-7 min drive or 30-40 min walk
• Hasomeri Tavern, old neighbourhood of Vamos, very short drive or 20-30 min walk (Restaurant)
• Parasia Tavern, Tsikoliana, 1.5km from Vamos centre (Restaurant)
• Sterna tou Bloumosifi, about 2.5km, Cretan wood-oven cooking (Restaurant)
• Monastery of Agios Georgios at Karydi, about 2km east of Vamos, 5-10 min drive (Historical site)
• Folklore Museum of Gavalochori, 5-10 min drive (Museum)
• Vamos to Gavalochori and Douliana trail, about 12km circular (Walking trail)
• Almyrida Beach, about 8km, 15-20 min drive (Beach)

Good to Know Before You Book
The final stretch of the approach road runs onto a gravel track, so an SUV is the easier choice for the last part of the drive. Pool heating is seasonal and available for an extra weekly charge, arranged in advance. Between November and March, additional heating for wood and the air conditioning heater is charged per week. The pool, pickleball court and all amenities are for the private use of villa guests. Check-in is self check-in via keybox, with full details sent on the morning of arrival.

Extra charges
Pool heating can be requested before booking at €450 per week. It is subject to availability and can be arranged after booking through a secure third-party platform.

Booking policy
Guests are required to pay a security deposit of £250 prior to their stay. This is fully refundable pending no damages or excess cleaning being required. This will be a pre-authorisation hold on the card taken at least 24 hours before you check in, and is automatically released within 3 days after check out.

Full payment is due 30 days before arrival and will be automatically charged to the card on file. If payment fails, it must be completed within 24 hours or the booking will be cancelled. Early payment is allowed; card fees up to 3 percent are non-refundable if cancelled.

Cancellation policy
Full refund if cancelled 60 or more days before arrival. Fifty percent refund if cancelled thirty to sixty days before arrival. No refund if cancelled within thirty days of arrival.

We`d love to host you in Vamos. Send a message with any questions before you book, and we`ll be glad to help you plan your stay.

Samantha and Jerry
Self check-in via lockbox; full instructions will be sent on the day of arrival.

• No pets
• No parties or events
• No smoking anywhere on the property
• The pool, pickleball court and all amenities are for the private use of guests staying at the villa
• Waste should be separated for collection, with glass, plastics for recycling and general waste kept apart; staff will take it away when visiting

Maximum 8 guests; the listed capacity is the absolute limit and includes any visitors.

Please treat the villa with care and leave it tidy for the next guests.

Long-term stays are welcome. Please send a message for rates and terms.

Any questions before or during your stay, please send a message and I will be happy to help.