Villa Lir

Kavousi Ierapetra, Thólos, Greece – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>19</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Villa Lir

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Scored 9
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
19 reviews
  • Entire home
  • 4844 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Villa Lir is set in Thólos. This villa has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.3 km from Tholos Beach. The spacious villa is fitted with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the villa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Thólos, like fishing and hiking. Lake Voulismeni is 29 km from Villa Lir, while Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa) is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 37 km from the accommodation.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Fishing

Hiking

Swimming Pool

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The villa was absolutely stunning, really well equipped and the views were amazing.”
  • Exaveal
    Germany Germany
    “Very nice spot with nice view on the sea. A lot of stuff for kids and a very nice outdoor area with oven & grill.”
  • Ilaria
    Italy Italy
    “La casa è davvero molto bella, spaziosa, dotata di tutti i confort, in una location romantica e raffinata Abbiamo festeggiato i 50 anni di mio marito con un'altra coppia, eravamo 7 in tutto. Al nostro arrivo abbiamo trovato dei generi alimentari...”

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Host Information

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score
Sea, mountains, olive and citrus groves. Sound of the waves, scent of herbs. Villa Lir is a magical retreat. Built by our family as a home perched on the side of a hill overlooking the island of Psira, it feels as if you are literally on top of the world - magical whether you're 8 months, 8 years or somewhere north of both. You approach the house on tracks used by goat keepers and olive farmers for centuries. A haven for families, foodies and anyone who loves being outdoors, it's a base to explore Crete's incredible landscapes and history whatever the season, or just to enjoy the views and the fabulous pool. With our two girls in mind, we made it safe for babies and children with specific areas secured to let us relax! Four double rooms with ensuite bathrooms, three with private balcony, give everyone somewhere to escape. For yoga, sun worshipping or just drinking in the view there are three more large terraces. We're surrounded by our landscaped garden with flowering shrubs and olive trees. Tholos beach is 20 minutes walk; sand at one end, pebbles at the other, safe swimming and two bars. All you will hear is the sea. And your friends and family having the best holiday!
In just an hour from Heraklion airport, you'll be at Villa Lir and can take that deep breath and start to relax! Whether that means simply enjoying the house and its garden, poking around the local Minoan ruins, hiking up the spectacular Kavousi gorge, shopping in Agios Nikolaos or heading up the coast to explore local Cretan sights and cuisine, we want you to have the best time possible in this incredible hidden corner of the world. We look forwards to welcoming you!
Villa Lir's surroundings are utterly undeveloped. Walking through olive groves with wild wood anemones and the perfume of orange blossom can easily get to be a habit but within a short drive there are many local places of interest. Kavousi itself has a very well stocked supermarket, a coffee shop/ic cream parlour, lovely local bars and cobbled streets to explore. A little further up the coast the ancient Minoan fishing village of Mochlos boasts fabulous restaurants specialising in fish and Cretan cuisine. On the way there the family run Panoramic restaurant lives up to its name - guests are encouraged to come into the kitchen to look at what's on offer. Irapetra has a busy market on Saturdays and Agios itself is a treasure trove for all sorts from leather goods made on site to a busy marina and gorgeous patisserie. Tholos beach is very much one for locals - you shouldn't miss out on Pietro's souvlaki with Greek salad from April to October - eaten on the jetty with a glass of something cold!
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Villa Lir
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
Villa Lir takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

License number: 00001894030

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Villa Lir

  • Villa Lir offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Swimming Pool

  • Yes, Villa Lir is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Villa Lir is 600 yards from the centre of Thólos. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Lir on this page.

  • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Lir on this page.

  • Villa Lir has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 4 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 950 yards from Villa Lir. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Villa Lir can accommodate the following group size:

    • 8 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Villa Lir may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Villa Lir is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Lir on this page.