Prices in 2024 range from €1470 per week to €2400 per week, dependent upon the time of year.
3 double bedrooms (2 with king size beds).
Private swimming pool (32m2 & depths ranging from 1.10m - 1.70m)
*** The accompanying photos of Villa Cassiopeia were taken in the winter before the grounds were fully finished. Since the photos were taken flowers, plants and bushes have been added, a sun shade , a coffee tables and chairs have been added to the paved circle etc.
Situated off a private, gated rural lane with access to only 3 villas, surrounded by a picturesque landscape of silvery green olive trees, and with breathtaking views to the sea, both of The Sunrise Villas, Villa Cassiopeia and Villa Ilios, are an excellent choice for individual guests who value their privacy, but also for larger groups and families who like to holiday together whilst having their own space to go to when required.
While The Sunrise Villas feel perfectly away from it all, enjoying a serene setting tucked away on the outskirts of the pretty village of Kefalas, they are actually an easy walk (750m) from the two tavernas and mini markets on the traditional village square. Just a 10 minute drive to Ombrogialos Cove which is famed for its brilliantly clear and vivid turquoise water that is ideal for snorkelling, and the wonderful taverna on the rocks surrounding the cove. The villas are also only 15 – 20 minutes by car from the prettiest stretches of coastline, some of the best sandy beaches in Crete, and the excellent tavernas and amenities found in the villages of Almyrida to the west, or Georgioupolis to the east.
Villa Cassiopeia is the much loved second residence of an electrical engineer and his artistic wife who like to escape from the harsh winters in their home country of Finland. Therefore, it is incredibly well equipped with every possible modern convenience including free WIFI, a smart TV with Google Chromecast, a portable bluetooth speaker, air conditioning throughout, mosquito screens on the doors and windows, and in an effort to help the environment, 70% of the villa's electricity is powered by solar panels, as is the hot water. Very comfortable furniture, a gorgeous kitchen, beautiful bathrooms, and tasteful decor, all in a fashionable palette of soft grey tones, create a soothing ambience. The living room area and all 3 bedrooms offer direct access onto an array of balconies and outside terraces which give you the choice of sun or shade.
The large pool terrace is paved with pretty, non-slip silver grey stone, at the heart of which is the inviting 32m2 pool that is flanked by relaxing sun-loungers and umbrellas. Guests will find that swimming in the cooling pool waters during the long hot summer days is positively therapeutic! Adjacent to the pool is a built-in barbeque, a dining table, and 6 chairs that sit under a pergola to provide respite from the sun, but not the view, making it an inviting spot for grilling mouthwatering local produce, and for open air dining.
At the start of the day, mesmerising sunrises can be seen from Villa Cassiopeia, which sits high above the sea with dramatic views of Georgioupolis Bay, all the way to Rethymnon and the Psiloritis Mountain Range in the east, and to Cape Drapanos in the north. Whilst at the close of the day, after enjoying a delectable meal and maybe a glass or two of local wine at one of the village tavernas, we can’t think of a better way of ending the evening than strolling back to the villa to watch the stars from one of the many terraces. Afterall, the villa is named after the large Cassiopeia constellation of stars that is in the shape of a “W”, and is part of the Perseus group of constellations that can be seen overhead. The Perseids meteor shower is the most spectacular summer display of shooting stars because of their brightness and speed. Visible every year from approximately mid July to mid/late August, it is definitely worth staying up for. It is customary to make a wish when you see a shooting star, and we are certain that one of your wishes will be to return to Villa Cassiopeia year after year.
Villa Accommodation
Ground floor (17 steps down from the top floor, 4 steps down from the parking, 1 step up from the pool terrace): Open plan living room, kitchen and dining area, 1 double bedroom, and 1 shower room. The rear door opens to the large L-shaped, open plan living room/dining area which is furnished with: a long couch with a foot rest, 1 side table, a wall mirror, a wooden table/desk with 4 chairs, wall shelves, table lamps, a wall mounted flat screen TV with a Google Chromecast, a cabinet/entertainment unit, a glass dining table and 4 chairs, and a wall clock. The modern, fully equipped kitchen area has a pale wood work top, grey fitted cabinets, white fitted cabinets, a dishwasher, a ceramic hob, a built in oven, a microwave oven, a fridge/freezer, a kettle, a toaster, and a Delonghi coffee machine. There is a window out to the outside barbeque area from the kitchen, a window to the north side garden from the living room, and there are 2 sets of double doors opening out onto the front covered terrace which overlooks the pool to a view of the sea. This terrace has 1 step to the pool terrace, and is equipped with a set of chairs and a dining table, and is shaded by a wooden pergola. An archway from the lounge leads to the doors to the downstairs bedroom and shower room. The shower room has a fixed head rain shower and a handset shower, and sliding glass doors, a toilet, washbasin with a cabinet below, a mirror which lights up when touched, and a frosted window. The adjacent bedroom has a 160cm wide bed with a grey fabric frame, a wooden free standing wardrobe, a chair, bedside tables with lamps, 1 wall mirror, diaphanous grey curtains, and double doors that lead out onto a side balcony which leads to the pool terrace.
Top floor (17 steps up from the ground floor): a hallway, 2 double bedrooms, and 1 bathroom. The red double bedroom has a 160cm wide white wood bed frame, 2 bedside drawers with reading lamps, a dressing table and a wall mirror, a chair, beige curtains, a decorative ladder or hanging clothes on, and built in floor to ceiling wardrobes and drawers. There are double doors which lead out onto covered terrace which has views to the sea on one side, and the mountains on the other side. The blue bedroom has a 140cm wide black metal bed frame, a set of bedside drawers and a lamp, a dressing table, mirror, and a stool, a freestanding wardrobe, and black curtains. This bedroom also has double doors which lead out onto a covered terrace which has views to the villa behind, the rear garden, and the mountain tops. The main bathroom has floor to ceiling grey and white tiles, and shower with sliding glass doors, a fixed head rain shower and a handset shower, a toilet, white cabinets and drawers, a round sink on top of a cabinet, and a mirror that lights up when touched. The main bathroom also has a washing machine and a frosted window. The landing has a chest of drawers and a glass door that opens out onto the upstairs covered balcony/terrace. This balcony/terrace is shaded by a pergola and furnished with a couch, a coffee table, a 50cm x 50cm table, and views over the pool and surrounding countryside to the sea.
Villa Location
Kefalas is regarded as one of the most beautiful villages in the region. The centre of this traditional village is only a short walk from Villa Ilios through narrow, winding, bougainvillea lined streets. The village has 4 tavernas and 2 well stocked mini markets. There are eight churches in Kefalas, some of which are historic, and the villagers celebrate with a feast day on August the 15th. On the outskirts of the village towards Drapanos there is the ruin of an ancient windmill, and you will also see many old corn threshing circles dotted around the area. Villa Ilios is just 10 minutes by car to the gorgeous rocky cove at Ombrosgialos, which is famous for its turquoise water, great snorkelling, and lovely taverna nestled on the rocks. The village of Vamos which has a bank, shops, 4 tavernas, cafes, and 2 petrol stations, is only 5kms away, and the lovely village of Almyrida, which is built around a crescent shaped sandy beach, is only 8kms away. This beach is very shallow and safe, which is good news if you have children or are not a strong swimmer. Lining the beach are many excellent tavernas, cafes and shops. Also in Almyrida there is a water sports centre which rents out kayaks, windsurfers, catamarans, pedaloes, and paddle boards. We at Villas Crete Holidays will give you the contact details for many activity providers including those for: private boat hire, private boat trips, private sight-seeing flights, horse riding, big game fishing, guided walking, and guided coach excursions. For those of you looking for even more activity, the historic town of Chania is only 45 minutes away by car.
Villa Amenities
| Views? |
SEA/ MOUNTAINS/ COASTLINE/ VILLAGE |
| Washing machine |
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| Dishwasher | |
| Microwave Oven |
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| Fridge / Freezer |
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| Smart TV |
With Google Chromecast |
| Free Unlimited WiFi | |
| Air conditioned bedrooms |
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| Air conditioned lounge | |
| Portable bluetooth speaker | |
| CD player |  |
| Telephone | |
| DVD Player | |
| BBQ |
There is an extra fee for the cleaning of the barbeque if it is used. |
| Safe | |
| Mosquito screens to windows | |
| Central heating | But fuel is not included in the rental price |
| Woodburning Stove | |
| Hairdryer |
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| Pool towels | |
| Iron and ironing board |
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| Welcome Basket | |
| Number of bedrooms | 3 – 2 Double, 1 Single/Twin |
| Number of bathrooms | 2– 1 upstairs shower room, 1 downstairs shower room |
| Bath/shower/both | Both |
| Pool depths | 1.10m - 1.70m |
| Pool size | 32m2 metres |
| Type of shade by the pool? | Umbrellas. |
| Sofa bed? | Yes |
| Maid service | 1 time per stay. Further cleaning can be arranged directly with the house manager for a fee. |
| Distance to nearest taverna? | 750m By foot 5 minutes By car 1.5 minutes |
| Distance to nearest sandy beach? | 8.5km By foot 1hr 20 mins By car 15 mins |
| Distance to the nearest rocky cove? | 5.5km By foot 40 mins By car 8 - 10 mins |
| Distance to nearest mini market? | 700m By foot 5 mins By car 1.5 mins |
| Distance to nearest cash machine? | 5.4km By foot 40mins By car 8 mins |
| How far from Chania airport? | 45 minutes |
| How far from nearest large town? | 45 minutes |
Any steps? How many?
17 steps from ground floor to top floor, 6 steps from villa to pool terrace, 4 steps from parking area to pool terrace.
How private?
The villa and pool have good privacy. It can be seen from the upstairs rear bedroom balcony at the villa just below (Villa Ilios which we also rent out), but guests at Villa Ilios usually sit on their sea facing balconies or pool terrace on the other side of the villa.
Nearest neighbour?
1 villa set on a terrace in front and below (Villa Ilios).
CAR HIRE IS ESSENTIAL WITH THIS VILLA.
Villa Rental Prices
The following introductory prices are shown EUROS, per WEEK, and are for the Villa with a maximum of 6 persons
These prices include a Free Welcome Pack, Bed Linen and Towels, Maid Service, and a villa copy of the essential guide book "Crete on the Road" by Frankie Miles.
*** As of January 01, 2024, the Greek government have replaced the old “bed tax” with a new tax that is applied to all stays in short-term rental accommodation in Greece. The Climate Resilience Levy is a response to the devastating forest fires and floods that Greece has experienced in recent years, with the government hoping to generate extra funding that will go towards financing reconstruction, supporting victims, and increasing the country’s defences against future natural disasters.The owners of all short-term rental accommodation are legally obliged to collect the Climate Resilience Levy as a separate tax for all overnight stays (per villa) as follows:
€10.00 per night on stays between March 01 and October 31, and €4.00 per night on stays between November 01 and February 28/29.
We will collect the Climate Levy with your final balance payment and it will be clearly itemised on your Booking Confirmation.
Whilst we understand the potential budget concerns of our guests, this tax/levy is beyond our control and we encourage our guests to see this as a way of contributing to the protection of the planet and the beautiful area where they are holidaying.
| From : | To : |
Weekly Price 1 - 6 pax |
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Winter |
Please ask | |
| 01.06.24 | 30.06.24 |
€ 1470 |
| 01.07.24 | 31.08.24 |
€ 2400 |
| 01.10.24 | 30.09.24 |
€1470 |
The above prices shown are in EUROS, per Week. These prices include a Free Welcome Pack, representative services, a villa information book, and detailed directions to all the sights from the guide book “Crete on the Road ” by Frankie Miles.
