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Christina II

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TV, video games, DVD player, books
Outdoor pool
Interior
Aerial view
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Christina II

Located in the traditional village of Pendamodi in the Heraklion area, the two-storey Christina Villa 2 of the Christina Villas complex offers the unique combination of peace along with modern comforts and easy access to the City life. At a distance of just 15kms from Heraklion, the capital of Crete, also the north beaches and the E4 walking path, Pendamodi is an ideal location for excursions to every corner of the island, even though few of the guests usually decide to leave the hospitality and warmth of Christina and of the village.
Christina Villa has an architecture inspired from the local traditional aesthetics. The private pool adds to the characteristics of the discreet luxury and decorates the nights of the veranda. Large open plan lounge with integrated dining area, a fireplace and full equipment, complete the comfort and relaxation that the guests enjoy when they do not choose to gaze and wonder at the mountain view, tapestry of olive groves and vineyards.




Located in the traditional village of Pendamodi in the Heraklion area, the two-storey Christina Villas offer the unique combination of peace along with modern comforts and easy access to the City life. At a distance of just 15kms from Heraklion, the capital of Crete, also the north beaches and the E4 walking path, Pendamodi is an ideal location for excursions to every corner of the island, even though few of our guests usually decide to leave the hospitality and warmth of Christina and of the village. Christina Villas have an architecture emanating from the local traditional aesthetics. Each of the private pools add to the characteristics of the discreet luxury and decorates the nights of the veranda. Large open plan lounges with integrated dining areas, fireplaces and full equipment, complete the comfort and relaxation that you can enjoy when you do not choose to gaze and wonder at the mountain view, tapestry of olive groves and vineyards.

Our villas are professionaly cleaned by our maid twice a week and due to the situation recently extra attention is being given at details, especially at check in and check out.


About Christina Villas: Christina Villas was a project completed in 2003. Thanassis Paspalakis, founder and Director of Zakros Tours did see the obvious, that Pendamodi, the village where he was born could be, due to beauty and location, an ideal place for alternative and high quality tourism. He created a complex of 11 superb villas, featuring one of Crete's best properties.
As a specialist in tourism Thanassis, did understand what his guests would want from their distinctive vacations.

Our long experience in “philoxenia” [hospitality in ancient and modern Greek] is always there for our guests. Our will is to treat our guests mostly as family friends coming on vacation, rather than a client as meant by hospitality sciences.

Christina complex, was named after the mother of Thanassis, an adorable woman, married to Manolis Paspalakis, owner of the Kafeneion founded in 1930 and renovated by his grand-grand son Giorgos in 2005.

Coast/beach and eating outdoors: 15 km from the famous Ammoudara Beach (15 minutes drive). Ammoudara Beach is 6 kms long and is famous among locals and foreigners for its thin golden sand. It has parts with a lot of people, while others with few, also it has restaurants, cafes, water sports, beach bars.

Another choice near, recommended from our guests is Lygaria , a more quiet and family beach, located at a gulf, suitable for windy days. Amnissos, Karteros and Paliokastro beaches are also within short drive distances.

There are two traditional 'kafenions' in Pendamodi one of which also serves traditional 'mezes', Giorgos' 'Mezedopoleion', a mix of Cretan cafe and taverna, highly recommended by our guests for his hospitality and dishes. Additionally, a selection of brilliant local taverns can be found within a few kilometers in the surrounding villages and the Christina complex modern snack café is always an alternative and on site

Special interest holidays / Service: Courses on Greek History and Literature can take place on special demand by the candidate doctor of Philology, Adonis Paspalakis.

On this vacation you are not going to be alone: For the best service we will support your holiday during your stay, guaranteeing that you will get the most of your vacation: An information book with local sightseeing, tavernas, beaches and general information will be provided.

Property manager

Adonis Paspalakis

Languages

English, German, Greek

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1039Κ91003230101

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Christina II Villa
Christina II Heraklion
Christina II Villa Heraklion

About the area

Map
,, Crete

What's nearby

  • General University Hospital of Heraklion - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Heraklion Port - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 19 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Knossos Archaeological Site - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Palace of Knossos - 20 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Γρηγόρης - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Κυλικείο Πα.Γ.Ν.Η. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ορθοπεταλιές - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ethimiko - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oregano - The Grill Project - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Christina II have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Christina II pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Christina II?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Christina II?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Christina II located?

Situated in Heraklion, this villa is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Agios Myronas Church and within 6 miles (10 km) of General University Hospital of Heraklion and Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas. Ammoudara Beach and Tylisos Mansions are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Christina II Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Pendamodi
Great large living space downstairs which was useful in the heatwave. The village tavernas were a real bonus and we enjoyed exploring the areas around. Good contact just before our arrival and very clean property.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We used this villa to explore central and southern Crete for a week. It proved and ideal location to do this. We drove as far west as Rethimno and as far east as Agios Nikolaos and south to Matala. The level of customer service we received from Adonis and Giirgios both before we arrived and during our stay was superb. As we hired the villa we got a discount on a hire car (Zakros Tours) which turned out to be the most hassle free car hiring we have ever had. They do offer to show you the route to the villa on arrival at the airport. We would recommend you take them up on the offer. Any problems were sorted out promptly even when it was very late at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Villa and Location - 5 Star
We spent a wonderful week in this lovely villa which was very well equipped, clean and comfortable - the private pool and garden was a lovely addition. George kindly met us at the airport to show us to our hire car (hired through Zakros tours at a very competitive rate) and then to Pendamodi. The team did all they could to ensure we had a wonderful holiday and with the great local taverna and food and the local shop we couldn't have wanted more. In the words of Arnie - "We'll be back!" x
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Lovely villa
We had a wonderful stay in this well equipped lovely little villa. There was everything that we needed including a bbq. The maid service was exceptional with clean linen more often then we have had in other stays. We enjoyed staying in a village setting as we have often been in the middle of nowhere, and found plenty of necessities in the local shop and ate 5 times in the taverna!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Adrian L.

Really relaxing rural escape
Location, Location,Location. Pendamodi is a perfect setting to explore Crete. We found some fantastic local restaurants within a short drive and everything we needed was available in the Village....even a local hostelry that served excellent local food. Unusually for rural Villas this one is serviced regularly and we found George and Elizabeth a fantastic resource who ensured our stay was everything we hoped it would be. A personal thanks to you both for your attentiveness. I have no hesitation in recommending this Villa for a relaxing break in the heart of a beautiful island. From initial enquiry right through to arrival at the airport and support in finding the Villa I found the service from Zakros Tours and the team first class. Thanks again.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Julia H., Yorkshire

Delightful!
We loved the peaceful, rural setting and the stunning scenery in the area. The villa was all we could wish for and Adonis and his team were both professional and very kind. We enjoyed the warm and friendly welcome and numerous tasty meals at Georgos' kafenion just two minutes' walk away. Adonis also provided our hire car: the service was excellent and when a small fault occurred the car was replaced very promptly. A wonderful holiday in Pentamodi... We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kreta
Sehr gut
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Sejour globalement satisfaisant
Points sur la procédure d'arrivée: Nous sommes arrivés en provenance Rethymno. Google maps nous indiquait 2 routes possible en privilegiant celle la moins praticable nous faisant passer par des chemins de terre impraticables.... heureusement Elisa repesentant Christina Villa est venue nous chercher et nous a accompagné jusqu'a la villa . Dans la presentation de la villa sur ABRITEL L adresse donnée n'est pas très claire : Il faudrait nommer le village : PENDAMODI, puis le nom de la villa : Christina villa n° 2
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

christophe d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bonne première expérience en Crete
La villa est très grande, bien équipée. Le jardin et la piscine sont très agréables et a usage unique du locataire. La villa est à 50m d'une épicerie et de 2 tavernes où on mange très bien pour pas cher. A 20 min de la plage et d'Hermaklion. C'est un bon endroit pour visiter le centre du pays (1h30 de Rethymnon, Agios Nikolaos ou Matala). Attention toutefois au GPS qui peut emmener sur des routes inexistantes!! Femme de ménage qui passe 2 fois par semaine.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Marie E., Paris

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour très agréable
Location très bien située pour découvrir la Crète. Jolis villages dans les environs et une taverne très sympathique à proximité.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rene V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great partner even in difficult times!
This year in April, we where planning to visit Pendamodi for the third time. Unfortunately, Covid19 and travel restrictions made it impossible. But again, Adonis was friendly as always and supported us in every way to solve the situation. So we now hope that travel restrictions drop within this year or next and will immediately take the next chance to visit Crete! Rene
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Toky R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour agréable
Très bien, la gestion est top
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rene V.

Wieder ein fast familiärer Urlaub im Dorf
Auch im zweiten Jahr in Folge war der Urlaub im Ferienhaus wieder unglaublich erholsam und gemütlich! Die Begrüßung war herzlich. Giorgo im Kafenion erkannte uns gleich wieder, im kleinen Laden konnten wir gleich die nötigsten Sachen einkaufen - sofern sie nicht ohnehin schon im Begrüßungskorb enthalten waren. Großes Lob auch an Manolis, unsere Hinweise und Anregungen vom letzten Jahr wurden tatsächlich beachtet, so daß nun u.a. auch neue Messer und Eierbecher in der Küche vorhanden waren. Tabs für die kleine Spülmaschine lagen bereit. Das ist Service! Das Kochevent war wieder ein Erlebnis - diesmal mit Kaninchen. Wer sich einfach mal zurücklehnen und echt griechisch bekochen lassen will, sollte das unbedingt buchen. Ansonsten gilt alles wie im vergangenen Jahr, wenn man keinen touristischen Hotelurlaub sucht, sondern ruhig (oder auch mal lebhaft) Urlaub mit Einheimischen verbringen möchte, dann ist man hier richtig. Leider war die eine Woche wieder viel zu kurz...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

siegfried d.

Sehr freundliche Betreuung
Die betreuenden Personen waren sehr freundlich, zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit. Gaben wichtige Informationen über Land und Leute. Das Haus selbst unterliegt einem Renovierungsrückstand der dringend beseitigt gehört. So sollten die Duschen mit mit vernünftigen Wandhaltern ausgestattet werden ebenso wären feste Duschwände sehr hilfreich. Im unteren Bad ist die Kabine zu klein, im oberen ist gar keine Duschwandhalterung vorhanden. Der Satelittenempfang ist zwar international ausgerichtet aber an deutschsprachigen Sender empfängt man nur einen und das Schlecht. Satelitt ASTRA wäre hier hilfreich. Türgriffe und Scharniere sollten geölt und festgezogen werden. Ein Windschutz im Garten könnte ebenso sehr hilfreich sein. Das sind die Dinge mir spontan einfallen und leicht erledigt werden könnten. Die Vergrößerung der Abwasserrohre um mitteleuropäischen Standard zu haben, wo das Toilettenpapier mit über das Abwasser entsorgt wird, wäre sehr schön, liegt aber nicht in der Hand des Hausbesitzers. Mit freundlichen Grüßen Siegfried Dobner
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rene V.

Abseits des Massentourismus mit allem Komfort
Vom Flughafen Heraklion bis zum Dorf Pendamodi sind es 30 Minuten mit dem Mietwagen. Aber es ist eine Reise in eine andere Welt. War man eben noch von lärmenden Touristen mit Koffern umgeben und schlängelte sich kurz durch überfüllte Straßen mit Geschäften, Restaurants und Straßenhändlern in Heraklion, findet man sich auf einmal in einem typisch griechischen Dorf wieder mit einem kleinen Dorfladen, der alles hat, was man wirklich braucht und zwei Kafeneons, vor dem die Männer sitzen, Kaffee trinken und das ruhige Leben genießen - und in dem man beim zweiten Besuch schon das Gefühl hat, Stammgast zu sein. Haus, Garten und Pool sind gepflegt, sauber und werden alle paar Tage gereinigt. Vermieter und Personal erfüllen gern Wünsche, wenn noch etwas fehlt. Alle Zimmer haben Klimaanlage, Waschmaschine, Herd, Mikrowelle, Kaffeemaschine usw. sind vorhanden, ebenso ein kleiner Geschirspüler (evtl. ein paar Tabs mitbringen, wenn man keine dort kaufen will). Der Fernseher empfängt Hotbird 13°, wo man außer ZDF nicht viele deutsche Programme findet - wenn das wichtig ist. DVD Player und Playstation 2 sind auch vorhanden. Wir haben die Möglichkeit genutzt, einen griechischen Koch ins Haus zu bestellen, mit dem wir dann ein tolles Rinderstifado inkl. Salat und Dessert gekocht haben. Dabei hat der Vermieter alles schön zum Mitschreiben übersetzt. Es war ein toller Abend mit sehr interessanten Gesprächen! Man sollte auf jeden Fall das Kafeneon am Ende der Straße besuchen. Es gibt zwar keine Speisekarte, der Wirt füllt aber schnell den Tisch mit kalten und warmen Speisen. Sehr lecker und alles frisch zubereitet. Wenn man Glück hat, wird auch der Grill angeworfen und Souvlaki gegrillt. Man kann gern Wünsche äußern, was man am nächsten Tag gern essen würde! Wer eines der Ferienhäuser in Pendamodi mietet, sollte nicht nur einfach eine Unterkunft suchen, sondern den Vorsatz haben, als Tourist ein kretisches Dorf zu erleben. Natürlich kann man einfach im Garten und Haus bleiben und ansonsten mit dem Auto die Insel erkunden. Das wäre dann aber nur der halbe Spaß! Die 9 Tage waren viel zu schnell vorbei. Wir planen auf jeden Fall, nach Pendamodi zurückzukehren. Gern auch für einen längeren Urlaub!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2017