Filira is an effortlessly luxurious villa in Crete is located among tranquil rolling hills and peaceful olive groves, 20min drive from the historic Chania town and just 5 min away from the coastline and Kolymbari village, in NW Crete.

Unlike other Crete holiday villas, Filira was originally built as the family’s summer residence, combining top-of-the-line standards with a homely feel throughout: understated rooms, high ceilings, a neutral colour scheme blending alabaster, cream and ochre, soft lines, splashes of style, lots of natural light and a number of cosy corners to relax in. Bright and breezy, the villa features three bedrooms, an inviting lounge with huge French windows bringing the outdoors in, a country-style open plan kitchen, verandas, patios, colour-splashed gardens and a spectacular infinity pool with panoramic views.

Villa Filira delivers all one would expect from a luxury rental property : privacy and comfort, great outdoors, tasteful interiors, amenities and facilities of a truly high standard, accompanied by a number of pampering services to choose from.

Built in three levels, the villa offers a gentle flow of space and a feeling of harmony and freshness. Using soft cream and earthy tones, the interiors have been decorated with a country style sprinkled on top with a contemporary touch, with every detail well-thought of and with quality evident all over. As a result, Villa Filira features a style that is refined yet playful and sweet.

On the main floor a large open plan area welcomes you; the comfortable and spacious high-ceilinged lounge with its imposing fireplace and oak wood flooring, a casual dining room and the villa’s very neat and functional kitchen. It may have a rustic elegance, but it offers pure 21st century equipment, a treat for the cooking aficionados, who will be welcome to pick fresh vegetables from the villa’s organic garden. Light and views enter through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows creating an airy feel. Supplementing the tasteful interiors are the marvellous pergola shaded verandas. With outdoor dining and lounging areas, built-in cushioned sofas and comfy sitting out furniture, they embrace the villa and lead to the gardens and the barbecue corner. Landscaping is handled with a real passion by the owners, and Villa Filira is surrounded by an extensive Mediterranean garden, with vast green lawn areas and pretty thyme, rose and lavender borders. The outdoors’ highlight is the dazzling infinity pool, with its wood deck and floating-like gazebo, designed for ultimate relaxation at all hours.

The villa can accommodate up to 6 guests, in 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom is located on the ground floor, with a king size bed, an adjacent bathroom and a large private terrace with garden furnishings. A staircase leads to the first floor, where two more bedrooms are set, one with a large double and one with two single beds, that can be attached. Each bedroom has a private veranda, from which lovely views can be enjoyed, and they are sharing a large bathroom with shower. Beds are comfortable, with high quality mattresses and crisp linen. Bathrooms are well designed and stocked with premium bath treats, hair-dryer, slippers, robes and fluffy towels.

Layout
Ground Floor : Entrance hall, living room, dining room, kitchen, veranda with pergola. Master bedroom with bathroom (tub & shower). Laundry & utility room
First Floor : One double bedroom and one bedroom with 2 single beds – that can be attached. Each bedroom with private large veranda. One bathroom (shower).
Lower Level : Private Garage
Outdoors: Large terrace, with 2 dining out areas, lounge area, built-in barbecue corner, lawn garden, infinity pool, with separate children end, wooden deck and shaded gazebo.

The villa’s theme of stylish, natural elegance continues outdoors, with its covered patios, ideal for peaceful relaxation and unwinding, that lead from the house to the gardens and beyond. A 60 m² infinity pool for adults and 12 m² children’s pool (0.50 cm deep) beckon guests to take a dip, wash off in the outdoor shower and then relax in the covered, poolside lounge area. Further on is the property’s “outdoor kitchen”, complete with wood-burning oven and a shaded BBQ area, and perfect for casual afternoon or evening gatherings. As a result of the villa owners’ passion for landscaping, the Villa Ianira is literally immersed in nature: organic vegetable patches, fruit trees, Mediterranean aromatic plants, olive groves and a lush emerald lawn envelop the property and make sitting outdoors a treat for the senses.

LAYOUT
Capacity: 8 guests in 4 bedrooms
Total indoor living space of 270 m², 200 m² of patios/balconies, set on a private 3000m² property
Ground Floor: Entry hall, living room, dining room, kitchen with adjacent covered patio, two bedrooms, each with adjoining bathroom and private furnished veranda.
First Floor: 1 bedroom with an en suite bathroom and private furnished balcony with stunning views.
Lower Level: Storeroom with washing machine, clothes dryer, iron and ironing stand. Wine cellar with local Cretan and other Greek wines. Well-equipped gym.

Outdoors: Covered patios, 1 outdoor dining area, sitting area with built-in sofas, outdoor kitchen with a wood-burning oven and covered BBQ area, 60 m² infinity pool for adults, 12 m² children’s pool (0.50 cm deep), covered poolside lounging area outdoor shower, lawn and organic vegetable garden.