Villa Margarita's farm, private pool

We are back home in the UK now after the most heartwarming and relaxing stay at margaritas farm! It was nothing like we had experienced before and humbled our hearts! Set in the mountains - you are surrounded by the most beautiful farm land- olives trees and vineyards as far as the eye could see! We just want to say thank you so much for everything whilst we were in Crete! We had the most magical time on the farm.- we loved how quiet it was and how we were made to feel like friends/ family!!! You looked after us so well. Freya - my daughter had the best time- Giorgos let her meet all the animals and she loved the swimming pool too- it was the perfect size for the three of us! It was a magical place for her! Such kind people and your hospitality was so generous- bringing us gifts everyday! We miss the farm already and how it made us reset and enjoy life! We will be back for sure! - Thank you very much Joanna and Giorgos, Margarita . and Orestis 💙 - Phil , Amy and Freya x🥰

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This was exactly the peaceful escape we were hoping for. The house is a lovely traditional stone building set in farmland high up in the hills, far away from the busier towns. The setting is incredibly quiet. From the garden you mostly hear birds, goat bells and the breeze, with only the occasional distant vehicle. The views are beautiful, with a vineyard right next to the garden and wide views over olive groves and the surrounding gorges. At night there’s hardly any light pollution, so the stars are amazing. Inside, the house is spacious and well thought out. The main room doubles as a living area and bedroom, with a comfortable double bed and a mezzanine level above it with two more beds. The bathroom/wet room is large with a proper walk in shower, and the kitchen is well equipped for a week’s stay. The hospitality was a real highlight. When we arrived, the host had left water, bread, fresh eggs and raki for us, and throughout the week we were also given pastries and wine, which was such a kind touch. If you’re looking for somewhere peaceful, scenic and genuinely relaxing, Villa Margarita’s Farm is a wonderful choice. We left feeling rested and very well looked after.

We had a little difficulty finding the property but if you use the What3Words location ///terrace.pharmacist.topple, this is where you park for the property and walk up

We were looking for a quiet holiday, well away from the crowds. If this is what you’re looking for you will find it here. Our hosts were lovely people who provided a welcome pack and more fresh produce from their own farm than we could eat! The villa is in the middle of their vineyard with views of the mountains. There is no traffic and no building going on, just the cicadas for company. There is a choice of excellent tavernas within a ten minute drive and supermarkets in Kissamos, 20 minutes away. If, like us, you prefer to cook in, the kitchen has a dishwasher and air fryer, which were very welcome. These in addition to the main oven and a barbecue, neither of which we felt the need to use. The villa has free, off road parking for your car, which is, of course, essential.

We knew what we were looking for and we found it at Villa Margarita. If you want to be independent and left to chill in the mountains of Crete this lacks for nothing.

The Villa Margarita was absolutely stunning. The location is way up in the Cretan mountains so the views were magical, in the middle of a vineyard and olive grove. Very family oriented, which is in my opinion exactly how things should be. The family hosts were lovely, delivering us food and wine from their farm. Joanna sent us links for Google maps every day with different places to see and eat, extremely helpful. We had a wonderful experience.

The only negative I can think of is that the Sat Nav took us the wrong way on our way there. My advice would be to stay on the National Road/Highway and it’ll take you right there. We had no other problems when we realised this.

We have never had such friendly, thoughtful and generous hosts. It was a joy to stay at the loft/studio on their farm. It was a wonderful Cretan experience.

It would be nice if there was a microwave. Sometimes the WiFi connection was poor. Otherwise, it was an authentic Cretan experience.

Entzückendes Häuschen mit entzückenden Eigentümern. Direkt auf einer Farm (Oliven, Wein, Ziegen, Schafe,..) in den Bergen. Unterkunft sehr sauber, Pool ebenso. Wir wurden fast jeden Tag mit kleinen Aufmerksamkeiten verwöhnt, zum Schluss gab es auch noch eine Flasche hauseigenes Olivenöl für jeden. Der nächstgelegene Strand ist rund 20 Autominuten entfernt und wirklich toll. Ruhig mit Wellenbrechern und einigen Tavernen.

Ich habe nichts auszusetzen, aber ich mag die Ruhe. Wenn man aber mitten im Geschehen sein will ist dieser Ort nicht ideal.

The house is in a remote location surrounded by vineyards, with beautiful views. From the pool area. The family who, own it and manage it, live nearby but the villa is a very private place. The owners were very attentive and helpful. We found some nice food in the villa on our arrival including freshly laid eggs from their farm, which was a very nice local touch. We really enjoyed staying there and very much recommend it.

The neighbourhood, the farm itself, the silence, the distance from the noisy places. The building is made of stone, it’s quite spacey for a family 2+2. And the hosts are fantastic! Very helpful. Thank you also for all the small gifts from your farm!

It’s quite far from any town- there is no place to make even the smallest groceries.

Die Farm ist ein echtes Highlight. Es handelt sich um ein wirkliches altes Natursteinhaus mit einem neueren Anbau in einem Weinberg. Das Haus verfügt über alles, was man für einen Aufenthalt benötigt, mit zwei Doppelbetten und einer vollausgestatteten Küchen kann man völlig autark seinen Urlaub genießen. Total super schön gelegen und neben der Ausstattung im Inneren ist vor allem der Pool zu erwähnen. Lädt Frühs und Abends zum entspannen ein oder wer tagsüber unter der prallen Sonne ihn genießen will, kann dies uneingeschränkt tun. Die Umgebung ist total ruhig. Vom Haus aus kann man bequem Tagestouren ins Umland unternehmen, es gibt viel zu entdecken. Die Vermieter sind total freundlich und sehr zuvorkommend, sodass man frisches Obst bei der Ankunft vorfindet und auch die Grundnahrungsmittel vorhanden sind. Während des Aufenthaltes haben sie auch Kuchen als Aufmerksamkeit vorbeigebracht. Man fühlt sich vom ersten Moment an sehr willkommen!

Es gibt rein gar nichts zu beanstanden. Das alte Steinhaus ist dringend zu empfehlen! Danke für die uneingeschränkte Gastfreundschaft!!