Cannot say enough good things about Villa Filippou and our stay Andreas's home. We were two adults and three kids, and the villa was perfect. Andreas welcomed us on our arrival with special treats that made us feel like old friends. Always available with kind answers to our questions, but never intrusive, he was a perfect host. And with a couple of scheduling changes, Andreas was more than accommodating.
The old stone house is composed of three small independent apartments surrounding a beautiful garden, lawn and pool. We had everything we needed for a lovely stay. House was immaculately clean, well kept and welcoming. Everything seemed fresh. In the garden, you were surrounded by the old stone walls, many covered in greenery, and the lush trees offered ample shade any time of day.
Also a 15 minute walk, the local restaurant on the main plaza in Maza is likewise charming, with traditional Greek plates. Delicious and welcoming. A thirteenth century small stone chapel, also on the main plaza, is enchanting with its beautiful frescoes. The villa is equidistant to Rethymno and Chania, both with their historic ports and a number of lovely beaches.
We’ll certainly be back to Villa Filippou on our next trip to Crete.