Our stay at Villa Pause was exceptional. The experience exceeded our expectations in all regards.
House: the property is brand new, with excellent amenities and finishes. The living space is modern and perfectly designed. All the bedrooms are spacious and each has its own bathroom. The house has a great inside / outside living area that’s perfect for gathering with friends / family. The kitchen has everything one would possibly need for an extended stay. The pool is large and beautifully done. Our kids loved playing by the pool and the large grass area next to it. Overall, the house is even more impressive than on pictures.
Location: the location was excellent. It’s removed from the massive crowds but has everything you need in walking distance or a very short drive. The house has views of the sea and the beach right in front (3-4 minute walk max) with gorgeous sunsets. There are a number restaurants nearby, a great bakery and a large grocery store is just a few minutes by car. The location is also a great base for those like us who were looking to explore the exceptional beaches on the west side of the island as Elafonissi, Balos, Falasarna, etc are all easy trips. Old Town Chania is easy to visit (~20 minute drive).
Hosts: I can’t praise Eleni and Thrasyvoulos enough for their hospitality. As soon as you meet them, it is quite clear how much they care about ensuring that their guests have a wonderful stay. They are highly responsive and provide great suggestions on activities, restaurants, beaches, etc. They also went out of their way to help us find great options for some of the more unique things we were looking to do.
Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would give the highest recommendation.