5 bedroom luxury villa with infinity pool, sea views and tennis court near Chania, sleeps 10

5 bedroom luxury villa with infinity pool, sea views and tennis court near Chania, sleeps 10

Enjoying an enviable position on the outskirts of Plaka, this villa is set amid a charming orchard plot with fig, apricot and orange trees. This elegant villa is designed with clean architectural lines and large windows throughout, flooding it with natural light and providing far-reaching sea views, which are particularly striking at sunset. Generous indoor and outdoor living areas make it an excellent choice for extended families or groups of friends seeking spacious, well-appointed surroundings within easy reach of the coast and local amenities.

The approach road leads to convenient on-site parking close to the entrance. The property is made up of two main buildings, the main villa with 3 bedrooms and the stone-built annex with 2 further bedrooms. The main villa entrance opens into a welcoming living area, alongside a double bedroom with dressing area and an en-suite bathroom with both bath and shower. A further double bedroom with its own shower room is also located on this level. Both bedrooms and the living area open directly onto a terrace overlooking the sea. Stairs lead to the upper floor where there is an additional sitting room, dining space and a kitchen with breakfast bar and separate dining area. The kitchen opens out onto a panoramic terrace with stunning sea views. On the lower ground floor which has its own external access, guests will find another double bedroom, a shower room and two washing machines. Adjacent to the main villa, the separate stone annexe offers a living area with dining space, and a kitchenette opening onto a furnished outdoor terrace with sea views. The annex also houses two double bedrooms one with an en-suite shower room and the other with an en-suite bathroom with shower and bathtub. The two houses are linked by expansive terraces with numerous relaxation areas, hammocks, sunbeds and parasols surrounding a large infinity pool (can be heated on request) with sweeping sea views. A private tennis court and a petanque court are also onsite providing ample space for relaxation and recreation.

Guests can stroll the 10 min walk to the nearby village of Plaka, where traditional tavernas, cafés, bars and local shops provide everything needed for a comfortable stay. The sandy beach at Almyrida is approximately 1.7 km from the property and offers inviting waters along with seafront dining. For a wider choice of boutiques, restaurants and cultural attractions, the historic town of Chania lies around 25 kilometres away, renowned for its Venetian harbour, atmospheric old quarter and fascinating maritime heritage. En route to Chania, history buffs will find the Archaeological Site of Aptera irresistible. With its ongoing excavations, the site features Roman cisterns, the ruins of Roman bath houses and an excavated theatre.