Maria was very warm and welcoming, water and watermelon was in the fridge on arrival and very much appreciated. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. The location was beautiful and we would definitely like to return in the future.

Stayed in August 2025

What can you dislike about the place? As it was fully occupied and I couldn’t prolong my stay in Maria’s apartment, I moved to another villa just a 5-minute walk away. Maria kindly told me that my whole family was still welcome to spend time in the garden and on the beach. While on crowded beaches you pay for an umbrella and sunbed, here everything is at your disposal. The sea is warm and crystal clear. Efharisto.

If you are searching for a perfect holiday spot, you just found it. Your private garden with stairs to the sea. You can hide in the shade, swim in the sea, and not worry about someone stealing your mobile like on overcrowded beaches. Here, you're almost alone in the water – and we were here during the busiest season. You can even swim to a taverna of your choice, with plenty nearby. Maria is the most perfect host you can imagine: friendly, helpful, and professional.

Stayed in July 2025

Lovely location adjacent to the beach with wonderful garden with sheltered places. Maria was welcoming and wonderful.

Stayed in July 2025

The room with a view and a balcony at the seaside. When you wake up you see the sea and go for a swim to wake up!

Stayed in April 2025

María is a very friendly ,kind and welcoming person. Make you feel at home. The apartments are confortable and with all what you need to enjoy your stay in Kalives. Since few years i stay there when i come to Crete. Nice atmosphere,beautifull enjoyable garden just steps from the beach, the sound of the sea, the calm área and short walk to centre of the town...short nice walk to many shops, minimarkets,bakery,butcher, pharmacy, tavernas, and anything you need...just in front there's a main supermarket which is very practical...great place!

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing Maybe a safety deposit box could have been useful in the room.

Excellent location to the sea, beach restaurants , supermarket and other lovely villages of the area. Lovely relaxing garden. Maria - the owner ! And George - the friendly neighbour who lives permanently on the property.

Stayed in September 2024

Most welcome host ever! Beautiful location, authentic, the real Greece, away from mass tourism, sea on the doorstep, beautiful garden with many seating areas, beautiful surroundings half an hour's drive from Chania and Chania airport. Supermarket across the street. Good parking nearby. nice small town with many restaurants.

Stayed in August 2024

Our rooms were clean and well equipped and only a few metres from the beach. Each had an outside seating area. The shady garden is quiet and relaxing - perfect for an afternoon nap or an leisurely meal under the trees. The rooms were cleaned regularly and Maria was always nearby to answer any questions. We had a really enjoyable stay and lovely family walks on the beach. There are several tavernas and bars within a few minutes’ walk, and the main Kalives supermarket is across the road.

Stayed in July 2024

Beach in the back yard of Maria’s property is awesome. Maria’s hospitality was too good.

Stayed in July 2024

Very cosy and a perfect location.

Stayed in April 2024

The greatest host, suprr location, great gardrn on the beach itself, quite, calm, a supermarket around the corner.

Stayed in October 2023

Maybe slightly clearer signage in the way in

Amazing location with beach at the bottom of the lawn. For the price, this was superb. Everything was clean and functional, and represents excellent value for money

Stayed in October 2023

All was great

Maria was lovely and the property was great, with the backgarden continuing on the beach and sea. The room was clean and both checkin and checkout were easy. Place is apx 30 min away from airport by car.

Stayed in August 2023

the house is owned by the lovely Maria who welcomed us with freshly made lemonade. Maria is a very kind woman who speaks perfect English and was able to accommodate all our questions. she did not pressure us at all in leaving the room and we enjoyed every minute of the stay after checkout on the garden which is literally on the beach!! beds were very comfortable and the view amazing! air conditioning perfectly working

Stayed in July 2023

Maria has been a great host. We arrived in the morning but she let us in directly so we could take a bit of rest after a night flight. She’s also very helpful with our requests and gave us a few recommendations on where to visit. The garden is great for kids to play around and the access to the beach is just perfect. Supermarket just opposite the road and a few nice restaurants within walking distance. will look forward to coming back

Stayed in October 2022

I loved everything, the rooms,the location, everything was perfect, Maria's lovely lady, anything we need she was there for us. The house I cant described, is a little gem nearby to the sea, we just have to cross the garden and there is this amazing view. Definitely we going came back. Thank you Maria❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Stayed in October 2022

The view and the garden that leads directly to the sandy beach is fantastic. You hear the sound of the waves all day. But more than five stars go to the host Maria , who lives there and is the warm hearted soul of the house. We got a welcome homemade olive oil and she even gave us home cooked delicious mezes one night. I forgot my banking card and she called immediately the next morning. We stayed in the first floor. Our room was small but had everything you need , well equipped kitchen and a good shower and comfortable bed. Good shadow on the terrace. Nice taverns just beside. Not a fully touristy corner which we like. We can fully recommend if you look for a good atmosphere!

Stayed in October 2022

This property could be so charming & cozy. It was not clean or cared for. No heat. Very cramped room

Not much

Stayed in October 2024

Small room and kitchenette

Sea and beach side.Nice host

Stayed in February 2024

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Stayed in July 2025

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Stayed in April 2025

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Stayed in March 2025

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Stayed in September 2024