Villa Niolos II, Near Marathi Beach with eco pool

Entire villa in Sternes, Greece

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 3 baths
Hosted by Kostas Etouri
  1. Superhost
  2. 12 years hosting

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Niolos Villas consists of two autonomous villas located on a hill, overlooking the Souda bay and offering beautiful sea views.

The space
Nestled on a hillside near the charming village of Sternes, the villa is just a 2-minute drive from the renowned sandy beaches of Marathi and Loutraki. Its elevated position grants breathtaking views over Souda Bay, offering guests an unforgettable setting for relaxation and enjoyment.

The interior design of Villa Niolos II is modern and its layout is functional, comfortably accommodating 5 guests in its 3 bedrooms and up to 6 people if necessary.

Ground Floor
Entering the villa on the ground floor, you will find a spacious open-plan living and kitchen area. The living room features a comfortable corner sofa, a coffee table, and a 55’’ HDTV. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, making a self-catered holiday seem effortless, while the dining table can comfortably seat up to 6 guests. The space is bright and airy, enjoying beautiful sea views, with its seamless indoor and outdoor connection.
A bathroom with a shower and a separate storage room with a washing machine can also be found on this floor.

First Floor
Ascending to the first floor, you will find two bedrooms.
Bedroom 1: This bedroom features a King-size bed (1,80 x 2,00), which can be formed into two twin-size beds, upon request. This bedroom also features a self-controlled A/C, a closet, and an orthopedic mattress, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Step out onto your private balcony to enjoy the panoramic views of the sea and surrounding area.

Bedroom 2: This bedroom features a twin-size bed (0,90 x 2,00). This bedroom also features a self-controlled A/C, a closet, and an orthopedic mattress, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Step out onto your private balcony to enjoy the panoramic views of the sea and surrounding area.

The first floor also features a bathroom that contains a bath with a shower.

Second Floor
Following the stairs to the second floor, you will reach a beautiful attic that hosts the master bedroom. The room boasts a Queen-size bed (1,60 X 2,00), an open closet, a small refrigerator, and an en-suite bathroom with a standup shower. Large doors and windows offer access to a private balcony with a sitting area offering panoramic views of Souda Bay, the sea, and the surrounding area.

Outdoor area
The beautifully landscaped outdoor area of Villa Niolos II, filled with flowers and palm trees, offers amazing sea views, as well as a variety of facilities which include:
- A private, 50 sq. m. swimming pool with a special compartment for children. The pool can be heated upon advance request, for an additional daily charge, for the entire stay, and requires at least one week’s notice.
- Fully equipped, gas barbecue facilities with wood oven and outdoor sink
- Outdoor dining areas
- Lawn-covered area by the pool, ideal for the kids to play, and a ping pong table
- A variety of furnished spots (with sun beds, umbrellas, shaded outdoor living room, and hammocks) for relaxing in the gardens around the villa, the pool terrace, the veranda, and the balconies.
- The whole outdoor area is fully fenced, offering privacy and safety to our guests
- Parking space for 3 cars


Villa Niolos II is approved by Greek Tourism Organisation & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".

**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at €15 per night from April to October and €4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.

Guest access
Guests will have access to all areas indoors and outdoors!

Other things to note
This villa is under “etouri vacation rental management” which means:
- We organised the villa down to every detail and check it annually.
- Quick booking process and support in every step of your holidays.
- A personal holiday advisor at your disposal for holiday organisation (free concierge service before and during stay).
- Assistance in booking services and excursions.
- Pre arrival service with detailed information of the area of the villa.

SERVICES :
Services included in the price:
- Welcome Basket
- Cleaning every 3 days
- Linen and towel change every 3 days
- Pool towels provided
- Gardener twice a week
- Cleaning and pool maintenance 2 or 3 times a week (depends on the weather).

Services upon request (extra charge):
- Doctor on call
- Massage
- Beauty treatments
- Yoga and/or Pilates mat sessions
- Daily cleaning
- Baby sitting
- Daily excursions
- Diving
- Car or Bicycle rent
- Photographer
- Delivery of traditional Cretan food to your place
- Airport transfer
- Cook (Chef) in your villa.

Please tell us your wish and we will try to make it reality!

Registration Details
1116659

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Sea view
Beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Sternes, Greece
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Neighborhood highlights

The villa is located on a hill, overlooking the Souda bay outside the small traditional village Sternes which is one of the 20 villages of Akrotiri peninsula, about 14 km north east of Chania town.

The whole surrounding area is a totally quiet natural environment ideal for relaxing but also being very close to all kind of supplies shops, restaurants and services.

In Sternes village you will be able to find a mini market and a pharmacy but most of supplies can be found in Kounoupidiana (8 km away from the villa) which is the largest village of Akrotiri peninsula.

The closest well known area because of it’s beach is Marathi which is only 3 km away. Marathi is an organised sandy beach which is famous for the crystal blue and calm waters with some very good traditional seafood taverns. It is totally rare to see waves in that beach even if it is a windy day.
An other well known beach which is next to the villa (2.2km away) and worth a visit is Loutraki.

Furthermore, in Akrotiri area you will find some remarkable historical monuments, century-old monasteries and churches, impressive caves with rich lithological and archaeological interest.

If you are looking for big markets and entertainment, then Chania city is only 10-15 minutes drive away from the villa.

Staying in our villa will offers you not only the advantage of relaxing in a quiet private area but also be close to everything!

Please see below where the closest amenities can be found.
-Closest beach: 2.2 km Loutraki Beach, Marathi beach 3.3 km (You have many more choices for beaches within a short distance away)
-Mini market: 800 meters
-Large Super market: 8 km
-Bakery: 1.2 km
-Butcher: 4.4 km
-Fresh fish: 4.6 km
-Pharmacy: 800 meters
-Tavern or restaurant: 800 meters
-Heraklion Airport: 148 km
-Chania Airport: 7 km

Meet your host

Superhost
9315 reviews
4.94 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
My work: Loggia, Loguers, Etouri
Speaks English
Etouri Vacation Rental Management, founded in 2012 by Kostas Vasilakis, manages over 290 handpicked villas across Crete and is expanding into other iconic Greek destinations, including Athens. Our commitment to strict villa quality control and exceptional service earned us awards for excellence in vacation rentals and concierge services in both 2024 and 2025. Let us help you create lifelong memories in Greece!
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
No carbon monoxide alarm
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Smoke alarm