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Villa Xanthe, Plaka

Villa Xanthe is an airy and spacious 4 bed/2 bath villa built over 3 floors with panoramic sea views in Western Crete.

In a quiet spot, only a 5 minute walk to the tavernas and shops in Plaka and 10 minute walk to the beach at Almyrida.

02/11/2024

OLIVE HARVEST 🫒
It is olive harvest time in Plaka again! Our olive trees are looking full of ripe pale green olives, following the first rain.
Next week our friend Christos will be laying down nets and shaking and beating the olives off the trees as they have since ancient times in Greece.
They will then be taken to the local Olive Oil Mill and pressed in to extra virgin olive oil for us and all our guest to enjoy and take home!

27/10/2024

Whenever I see the telltale tail in the morning I never know if it is local cat Elaioladi (olive oil - because of her bright green eyes) or her sister Mythos (after the beer - as she sways between a happy and a belligerent drunk).
The sisters, who must be about 3 now, always come over for a treat and a stroke whenever guests are here.

26/10/2024

Always nice to receive lovely feedback and happy guests 😊 🇬🇷 💙

23/10/2024

It’s a beautiful late October day - the sea is almost aquamarine! I never tire of the view…

18/10/2024

October welcomes the raki-making season in Crete 🙂🍇

Raki is a very alcoholic spirit made from grape skins not used in wine-making, that are double-distilled and then blended with anise. Raki tends to have less of an anise taste than ouzo, but like any drink the quality can be very variable. I’ve had rakis that are so rough that they make your eyes water....but I've also had rakis that are super-smooth and make the perfect digestif.

A favourite in Plaka and Apokronos is honey raki - blended with local honey that is far too easy to drink.

Raki has been made for centuries but a popular belief is that it was first made by monks on Mount Athos in the 14th century.

For a long time it was a drink that people made at home, and because everyone made their own raki, nobody bothered to make it commercially. That changed at some time in the late 20th century when not everyone had their own grapevines any more.

Yiamas!

12/10/2024

NOW BOOKING FOR SUMMER 2025
VILLA XANTHE is an airy and spacious 4 bed and 2 bath villa with a private pool and stunning panoramic sea views near Chania in Crete.
It is conveniently located in the village of Plaka, in a quiet spot just a stroll away from the charming village centre - which has several family owned taverna's and mini-markets.

The popular relaxed sandy beach resort of Almyrida, where you will find numerous waterfront tavernas, is just a 15 min walk.

For availability and prices please visit: https://www.crete-escapes.com/villas/crete-villas-plaka-xanthe.htm

20/09/2024

The Greek evil eye: Mati 🧿

The evil eye, known as “mati” (μάτι) in Greek culture, is a curse thought to be given by a malicious glare that can cause bad luck or loss.

From as far back as 3,000 BC people have believed that a person can harm other people, animals or even inanimate objects by sending off negative energy. This is often a result of envy, jealousy or other negative feelings.

To avoid this look, people began wearing amulets or jewellery with the evil eye symbol incorporated into them. If you wore this, the evil look would be reflected back to the person that was casting it.

An evil eye is a talisman or amulet, designed in the shape of an eye, traditionally in the colours blue or green, that indicate spiritual protection. These talismans or evil eye “repellents” come in different shapes and forms as pendants, bracelets, earrings and rings. Or can be hanging in a glass bead form over the main door or entrance of someone’s home to keep the hearth protected.

We have a few evil eyes dotted around Villa Xanthe, just in case 🙂

15/09/2024

Villa Xanthe is located in the very friendly village of Plaka which has amazing panoramic sea views. There are plenty of tavernas dotted around the village square (that open all year) and two well stocked supermarkets. Plaka is very green surrounded by olive groves and an abundance of lush oleander bushes that grow wild like weeds.

13/09/2024

The end of another beautiful day in Crete 🌅

10/09/2024

Kokкinо Chοrio (meaning Rеd Villаge) is the next village to Villa Xanthe and Plaka. The villagе is known аs the filming lоcatiοn of the village scenes in the very famous 1964 "Zоrba thе Greeк" mοviе, stаrring Anthony Quinn and the late Irene Papas.
An interesting placе in the villаge is Tzompanakis Blоwn Glаss - thе glass blοwing faсtory. Herе you can watch glass аnd metal, rеcyсled and handcrafted. The factory shоp also еxhibits аnd sells the glass and art.
It has a well regarded family run taverna in the village centre.

02/09/2024

A short stroll from Villa Xanthe is our local cafe CIGA-CIGA (slowly-slowly). It serves great breakfasts and drinks in a shady spot near the village centre.
We have yet to try the ‘special breakfast’ 💙🇬🇷💙

31/08/2024

The seaside village of Almyrida is a short walk (downhill) from Villa Xanthe. It has a long soft sandy beach with shallow calm water and sun beds and parasols at one end.
There are plenty of restaurants, tavernas, cafes and cocktail bars overlooking the beach - including our favourite fish restaurant Psaros Almirida
It has a very laid back vibe, no need to dress up or rush to get a table.

29/08/2024

Chania is perfect for a day or evening visit - especially with the regular bus service from Almyrida (walking distance from Villa Xanthe).
Chania is a place where different civilisations have flourished throughout the centuries. Strolling around the stunning Venetian Harbour or the Old Town’s historic Jewish Quarter with maze-like alleys, beautiful Venetian dwellings, an abundance of restaurants, cafe's and ancient streets selling local produce, handicrafts and leather goods.

03/08/2024

NOW BOOKING FOR SUMMER 2025
VILLA XANTHE is an airy and spacious 4 bed and 2 bath villa with a private pool and stunning panoramic sea views near Chania in Crete.

It is conveniently located in the village of Plaka, in a quiet spot just a stroll away from the charming village centre - which has several family owned taverna's and mini-markets.

The popular relaxed sandy beach resort of Almyrida, where you will find numerous waterfront tavernas, is just a 15 min walk.

For availability and prices please visit: https://www.crete-escapes.com/villas/crete-villas-plaka-xanthe.htm

14/07/2024

A regular fast and air conditioned bus service runs from Almyrida to Chania - EU3.20. Tickets can be bought on the bus or at the shop next to the bus stop.
Almyrida is a 10 minute walk from Villa Xanthe.

10/07/2024

SEPTEMBER - AVAILABILITY
VILLA XANTHE is an airy and spacious 4 bed and 2 bath villa built over 3 floors, with a private pool and stunning panoramic sea views near Chania in Crete.
In the village of Plaka close to taverna's and mini-market and in walking distance of the sandy beach at Almyrida, where you will find numerous waterfront tavernas.
03 SEP to 13 SEPT - 7 or more nights.
Message for details…

09/07/2024

Summer days in Crete….

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