Villa Kiani Greece

Villa Kiani is lavish, palatial and very grand. You should be prepared for giant spaces, vibrant colour splashes and outstanding fittings. Sleeping up to eight guests, it offers four sleeping areas, some amazing bathrooms, two living spaces and fantastic outdoor space.
The magnificent property enjoys a sea front location in the village of Tersanas, just a few kilometres from Chania. Nestled on the rocky Akrotiri peninsula coastline, overlooking the bay of Chania, Tersanas is a small, pretty coastal village hidden in a small cove. It is actually the harbour of the village of Chorafakia which is one kilometre to the north. Tersanas enjoys a fabulous sandy beach and two tavernas. Unspoilt by tourism, the Akrotiri peninsula is brimming with lovely sandy beaches, traditional local tavernas, ancient monasteries and stunning scenery. Chania Old Town is one of the most alluring, captivating towns of Crete. With picturesque, narrow alleys draped with colourful bouganivillea, a fabulous dining scene, atmospheric bars, the most amazing sunsets and gorgeous little boutiques lining the cobbled streets, an evening wander and dinner should not be missed. For an added plus, Chania’s airport is only 5km away from the villa so you will be relaxing in your holiday haven in no time at all!
The ground floor of Villa Kiani is home to an amazing open plan living space, a kitchen and two double bedrooms. The open plan living space is absolutely enormous, coming with four areas including two living areas with comfortable, traditional furnishings, an office area and a dining area. With giant arched windows and huge glass doors, the whole space is illuminated with natural light and boasts phenomenal sea views. Centre stage is a stage styled wooden deck with enormous curtains falling from the ceiling. This living space certainly catches your eye and is superbly comfortable with leather sofas and plenty of armchairs. It is brimming with marble, granite, wood and Italian ceramics. The kitchen is another huge space that is very striking in dazzling red and glossy black. It offers the best of appliances, a breakfast table and a plenty of preparation space. Also on the ground floor, you will discover two giant bedrooms, one with a double bed and another with comfy twin beds. Both enjoy colourful ensuites, one red to match the bedroom and one pink.
The first floor is home to another vast living space. It includes another office section, a television, sofas and some gym equipment. The master bedroom suite can also be found here. You will be astounded by the space. It comes with a huge circular bed that actually looks small in the room! Two massive pillars sit either side of the bed and a feature wall that serves like a headboard sits behind. The master enjoys a spectacular ensuite bathroom with a double jacuzzi where you should definitely enjoy a glass of champagne. Floor-to-ceiling doors lead to a wonderful balcony where you can enjoy the amazing sea vistas. Another giant bed sits in the mezzanine area. It is not private though it does enjoy curtains all around. You might have to think about who uses this sleeping space!
Villa Kiani boasts eight thousand square metres of landscaped gardens featuring lush lawns, rock gardens, towering trees and colourful flowers. There are two swimming pools, one for children and the other for all. There is also a wooden deck where you can relax and perhaps enjoy some stretching or yoga. There are also lots of pathways that will take you to the sea. There are few villas as expansive as Villa Kiani. If you are looking for space and something a bit different, you cannot go wrong here!Villa Kiani is located in Tersanas , northwest of Chania. You can walk from the villa to a delightful beach. There are plenty of wonderful beaches to visit nearby. Kiani Akti or the Blue Beach sits just 1km after Kalyves It is a long peaceful beach connected to the River Kiliaris which sends cool water from the top of the White Mountains. Kera is a gorgeous sandy beach 5km away between Kalives and Almirida.
Within a few minute’s drive of Villa Kiani, you can visit one of Tersana’s tavernas for a healthy and tasty local Cretan feast. Tersana Beach enjoys two taverns, loungers, parasols and lovely fine sand. At the top of the hill, you will find the village of Chorafakia with its shops, bars, restaurants and cafes. Next door, is the beautiful beach of Kalathas, another Cretan wonder sprinkled with palm trees, loungers and parasols. There are several tavernas serving delicious traditional Cretan specialities and lots of seafood. A wonderful array of watersports are available. Opposite Kalathas is a small island which you can easily reach by swimming. Marathi boasts two beaches, separated by a small pier. They are well protected from the winds and boast impressive views to Drapanos Cape and the White Mountains. Again there is a small island which can be reached by swimming with a small pine wood. The western coast of it is popular with scuba divers. Seitan Limania Beach, on the east coast of the Akrotiri peninsula, is one of Crete’s most gorgeous hidden secrets. It is nestled in a canyon leading out to sea with cliffs either side and the finest white sand reaching out to turquoise waters that turn to the deepest blue as it joins the sea. It is stunning! You can take a boat trip to see this sensational beach. Close by, there is also Stavros Beach where ‘Zorba the Greek’ was filmed in 1964. If you have seen the film you may recognise the memorable scene where Quinn’s character dances the Sirtaki! For an amazing trip out, you could hire a boat to head over to the famous Balos Beach. The peninsula is home to many beautiful, ancient monasteries such as the 16th century Gouverneto Monastery and the 17th century Agia Triada Monastery.
Chania Old Town is absolutely beautiful. It offers chaming narrow lanes lined with unique shops, a brilliant dining scene, trendy bars serving cocktails and its famous harbour. The old Venetian harbour offers a phenomenal location for romantic strolls and dinner. It was originally built by the Venetians between 1320 and 1356 and is now a vibrant, cosmopolitan spot. The Egyptian lighthouse is much photographed, especially at sunset. You can take a slow meander to the lighthouse to take in the stunning views of the harbour, Old Town with the majestic White Mountains in the background. On the waterfront, the Giali Tzamisi is the oldest Muslim building in Crete. The Turkish name is translated to ‘The Seaside Mosque’. It plays host to various cultural events and exhibitions.
After the Minoan Palace of Knossos, the second most visited tourist attraction in Crete is the dramatic Samaria Gorge which is roughly 55km from the villa. It is the longest gorge in Europe and definitely worth the drive. Within the White Mountain’s National Park, it rises to an altitude of 1,230m, is 150m at its widest point and 3m at its narrowest and continues down to Agia Roumeli on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. The park and gorge offer protection to over four hundred and fifty species of plant and animal, of which seventy are endemic to Crete.At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the
concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfill your requests!