Danae Villas

We advised of our expected arrival time. George met us at the property and gave us the tour and explained how everything worked. The villa is spacious, clean and modern. The views are spectacular. It was great being able to get up in the morning stroll around the pool have a coffee outdoors then get ready to do whatever we planned for the day. The stroll into Koutalafari is about 3-5 minutes, where, if you don't know the area is full of traditional tavernas. The villa is quiet so that you aren't disturbed by noise or traffic. The sunsets are amazing and if you can get up early the sunrise is just as good.

Mooi gelegen, prachtig zwembad, rustig

Clean, modern, perfect location, quiet.

Everything about the villa was just perfect. Peaceful location with everything that you could wish for in the most beautiful of villages. Will definitely be looking to re-book in the future.

Everything was exceptional kitchen well kitted out rooms were a very good size very clean and tidy and well looked after

The electric bbq grill was not very big for a family of 6

The villa is beautiful and peacefully located in the mountain side. It is fully equipped with all you need for a self-catering holiday. There were lots of personal touches to make your stay more comfortable (reading books, vanity sets, slippers, separate towels for the pool, etc.) The Manager, George, was supremely helpful and a genuinely hospitable man. He met us on arrival and welcomed us into the villa, explaining the complimentary items provided (coffee, tea, water, bread, cheese, ham, etc.) which was a lovely surprise. George even offered to get us wine or beer after our late arrival. He could not have been more helpful for the entirety of our stay and he was the epitome of Cretan hospitality. He stored our luggage at the end of the holiday and then drove them to our airport pick-up point at the bottom of the hill. He wouldn't even accept a tip!

The villa is located in the mountain side, which obviously means an uphill walk. We were aware of this and planned to walk down the hill and take a taxi back. However, since the road was narrow and vehicles often parked on the hill, some taxis would not venture up there (including the one that dropped us off with all our luggage!) Walking up and down the hill would be fine for younger travellers, but our group of over 55s often struggled walking up the hill (you think you're doing well, then the gradient increases about two thirds up.) Thankfully, we found a reliable taxi driver who wasn't afraid to tackle the hill.

Everything about Danae Villas was fantastic. I visited with my partner, mother-in-law and 2-year old daughter and had a wonderful week in the yellow villa. The host (George) was so friendly and helpful, greeting us opon arrival to give us a tour of the villa, and was always on hand for anything that we needed. He also let us check out late on our last day which was really kind. The vila was lovely both inside and outside; plenty of space for us, high-spec, and the area around the pool was great. The villa was spotless, with the villa and pool cleaned mid-week. The next door villas were occupied but there was lots of privacy and it was very quiet. It was also well located, with lovely views out over the sea, and just a short walk down to Koutouloufari where there were lots of options for food and drink (note there is a short, steep hill to walk up and down (about 200m) to get to/from the village, but everyone in our group (including a 2-year old and someone in their 70s) managed fine). I can't recommend the villa enough and would definitely stay here again if we come back to Crete.

We loved our stay at Danea's villas, it was perfect, everything is provided for you. Slippers, sewing kit, toiletries, bread, tea & coffee, etc. They've thought of everything. The property is fantastic and beautiful. It's so close to the shops and restricted, the climb up the hill back to the villa is quite steep but manageable of you're in good health. We did have to get a few taxi's when we had shopping but that was super easy to do.

My one gripe was the lack of a broom, there was just a dustpan and brush.