The area around the villa

The villa is located in Maleme, a small village, 16 km to the west of Chania. In front of the villa, separated only by the coastal road, it’s the main beach of Maleme. Maleme is a modern touristic village with well organized tourism infrastructure and Travel Services. In Maleme you can also find medical office, pharmacy, hotels and apartments, car rental agencies tavernas, restaurants, gas station, super market, mini market, bakery and souvenir shop. Maleme village is also only known for its history, which starts from the late Minoan Era and continues to the Second World War with the battle of Crete and the battle in Maleme's airfield.

The Monumental Olive Tree of Vouves and its museum in the settlement of Pano Vouves in West Crete is just a 20 minute drive from Maleme. The most renowned olive tree visit today about 20,000 people annually from around the world, with a view to the rapid growth of visitors. From the sacred tree was cut at a special ceremony, wreaths for marathoners winners at the Olympic Games in Athens in 2004 and Beijing in 2008.  

The city of Chania with its picturesque old town and port is located 18.5km from the village of Maleme. The Venetian, Turkish, traditional and modern architecture coexist in harmony in the city of Chania, creating a unique and attractive scenery for the visitors. Archaeological sites, temples, squares, and unique buildings adorn the attractive city of Chania.