Gouves Filoxenia Villa – Your Cretan Hideaway Tranquillity, sea-breeze views and true Cretan hospitality only 17 km from Heraklion. The space 🏠 The Space Perched on a gentle hillside above the village of Gouves, Gouves Filoxenia Villa blends authentic charm with every modern comfort. Sleeps 6 – 3 bright double bedrooms 1 ½ bathrooms – family shower room upstairs + ground-floor WC Fully equipped kitchen – oven, electric hob, microwave, Nespresso, dishwasher & full cookware Open-plan living/dining – smart-TV, Netflix, board games, high-speed Wi-Fi Climate control – air-conditioning & heating in every room Laundry – washer, iron & board Wake up to birdsong and finish each day watching the distant twinkle of planes landing at Heraklion Airport. 🌿 Outdoors Private tiled pool (8 × 5 m, depth 1.5 m) with sun-loungers & umbrellas Shaded pergola – comfy lounge seating & 8-seat dining table Built-in charcoal BBQ – ideal for long al-fresco feasts Mediterranean garden – aromatic herbs you’re welcome to pick Family chapel – open for quiet reflection just behind the villa On-site parking for 2 cars Guest access 🔑 Guest Access “Your holiday destination – our home.” The entire villa, pool and grounds are exclusively yours. Self check-in via key-safe. We live 3 minutes away and are available 24/7 for anything you need, while always respecting your privacy. Other things to note 📌 Good to Know Car recommended – explore beaches, villages & archaeological sites (we can arrange rentals or transfers) Smoking outdoors only Baby gear (cot, high-chair, pool fence) available on request Extra sleeping option – Upon request, and with an extra charge (€50 per extra person), the living room can be transformed: instead of the two leather sofas (which can be rearranged), an extra double bed can be added to accommodate your needs. ✨ The Experience From your first cannon-ball splash to the last sunset toast, we’ll treasure the smile you leave behind – and keep it safe until you return. Discover the perfect balance of comfort, nature and heartfelt hospitality at Gouves Filoxenia Villa – your Cretan home away from home. 🌅 Registration Details 1039K91003224901