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Ideally located, Villa katerina with salted Heated pool,to explore West Crete!

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Beach nearby, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7128 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ideally located, Villa katerina with salted Heated pool,to explore West Crete!

Luxuriously appointed Villa Katerina is set in a quiet location in W. Crete, surrounded by stunning views of The White Mountains and sea.
Villa Katerina is provided with the special sign of the Greek Tourist Organization (EOT-1042K122K015040000) which secures the quality level of all services, terms and conditions our guests have the privilege to enjoy during their stay.
Every year we try to improve the facilities we offer to our visitors. Last years we made our pool salted, so we don't use chlorine or other chemicals. We also have new wooden Sunloungers with very comfortable mattresses and a lounge nest!!
Laze around your own beautiful private & secluded Eco chlorine-free 40 sqm heated Pool, listening to bird-song and enjoying the scent of fragrant flowers.
Overlooking your own private pool, and the sea, one of the bedrooms is on the ground floor and has a king size double bed and en-suite shower room with hydro massage.
The other two bedrooms are on the first floor. One of them has a double bed and en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath. The other one has big double bed and an en-suite bathroom with Hydro Massage Shower.
From both upstairs bedrooms you step out onto a large veranda which overlooks the olive groves, the White Mountains and the sea.
On the ground floor there is an open plan living/dining room with a large couch for 6 persons, an easy chair and a big Lcd TV . DVD and CD played are also provided. There is also a fully equipped kitchen with oven, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and all the necessary requirements for cooking a meal of your taste.
The interior of the Villa is air-conditioned for comfort on hot summer days.
For any chill days possibly early and late season, there is heating throughout the entire Villa plus a cozy fireplace in the living room. Outside the Villa, in a designated place you can find plenty of wood.
Enjoy the pleasures of the local taverns, or eat by your Pool on long, warm balmy evenings.
Whether you are looking for a totally relaxing, or a more adventurous holiday, you will find that Villa Katerina is the perfect base.
We brought even closer the nature to you and your table with more fruits and vegetables from our garden and fresh eggs from a new small hennery a few meters away from the Villa.. You can collect vegetables and eggs by yourself!!!
Welcome pack: A welcome pack will await you in the Villa, consisting of traditional fresh organic products.
A bottle of olive oil, raki, and local wine from Yianni, Katerina's husband's, own farm.
For you to enjoy leisurely breakfasts on your terrace overlooking the Pool, there is a breakfast pack consisting of bread, natural juices, eggs, bacon,fruits, cheese, honey and butter,upon your arrival. Ask me for extra eggs,oil,raki and honey during your stay!!
Bath & Pool towels,shampoo,shower gel,conditioner and hairdryer, are provided.
The Villa is cleaned twice a week which includes linen and towel (bath and pool) change.
Special Discounts : Big Discounts are provided for bookings of 3 weeks or more and for bookings of two persons !!!

Property manager

Manos Papadakis

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 1,378 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We can provide for youhigh chair, travel cot,etc
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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1331894

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Villa Katerina Ideally Located Villa Explore West Crete Spilia
Villa Katerina Ideally Located Villa Explore West Crete
Katerina Ideally Located Explore West Crete Spilia
Katerina Ideally Located Explore West Crete
Villa Katerina Ideally Located Villa Explore West Crete Spilia
Villa Katerina Ideally Located Villa Explore West Crete
Katerina Ideally Located Explore West Crete Spilia
Villa Katerina Ideally Located Villa Explore West Crete Spilia
Villa Katerina Ideally Located Villa Explore West Crete
Katerina Ideally Located Explore West Crete Spilia
Katerina Ideally Located Explore West Crete

About the neighborhood

Map
Crete, Spilia

What's nearby

  • Orthodox Academy of Crete - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Platanias Square - 14 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Platanias Beach - 19 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Agia Marina Beach - 23 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Ravdouha Beach - 27 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Μύλος Καφέ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Al Fresco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Symposium Buffet Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Almyrikia - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Μπουκιά & Γεύσεις - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ideally located, Villa katerina with salted Heated pool,to explore West Crete! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Ideally located, Villa katerina with salted Heated pool,to explore West Crete! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideally located, Villa katerina with salted Heated pool,to explore West Crete!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideally located, Villa katerina with salted Heated pool,to explore West Crete!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ideally located, Villa katerina with salted Heated pool,to explore West Crete! located?

This family-friendly Platanias villa is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Karavitakis Winery, Olive Tree of Vouves and Gonia Monastery. Orthodox Academy of Crete and Tavrontis Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Ideally located, Villa katerina with salted Heated pool,to explore West Crete! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 98 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carsten D.

Super stay
Manos made the stay wonderfull
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

One of the best - fantastic stay
Having stayed on Crete 3 times now, can definitely say this is our favourite - Villa Katerina is a fantastic place to stay with the family - if you want seclusion but also being within a v.short drive to beaches and restaurants ( there are 3 within walking distance as well) - one of the best pools we have had and great bedrooms, air conditioning that works very well - finally, the owner, Manos is great to work with - very nice welcome gifts and then brought further gifts during our stay - all local produce - thanks to Manos for being such a great host - will hope to return
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie C.

Beautiful villa
Beautiful setting in a small village. Sea views, beach about a 10 min car journey. Fabulous pool and good quality sun loungers. Well equipped villa with everything you need to cook or BBQ. Great local, friendly taverna 2 mins walk away. Host Manolis was so helpful, responding to any query very quickly and providing us with lots of Cretan specialties and treats. We had a great stay - wish we had booked for longer !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim & Daphne N.

Wonderful Villa!!!!
Our stay here was amazing! We stayed for 7 nights and did not want to leave. Manolis is an exceptional host and so generous with all of his gifts of delicious food and the time he spent with us giving excellent advice on where to go or where to eat! Loved Crete with all their small wonderful villages, beautiful beaches and lovely people! We miss it already! Do not hesitate to book it!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather E., Lancashire

Perfect Holiday and Host
Lovely Villa in a great semi-remote location, beautiful grounds, garden furniture and pool which we all hugely appreciated and enjoyed We had everything we needed already there, but host Manos ensured we had an amazing stay, by leaving a welcome hamper of food and drink, bringing more lovely homemade treats during our stay and was there if we needed anything else in super fast time There are 2 Tavernas within walking distance and a shop not too far by car, as well as the lovely Kolymvari just over 5 minutes away with its shops, restaurants and harbour Would happily stay here again without hesitation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette H.

Amazing Holiday!
Just a fantastic holiday! Beautiful villa which has everything you could possibly need. The pool is beautiful and so relaxing. Manos we can’t thank you enough for all your help and generosity. We hired a car and got to see the Mose beautiful sunsets and beaches. Stunning food at the local restaurants. Can’t fault this holiday and will be back! We have older kids ages 14 and 17 and they just loved it! Thank you xx
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Giulio G.

Great House
The Villa is even better than you can see on pictures in the web-sites, you are in a quiet position near Hania(15 minutes by car)and some very nice beaches(Falasarna our favorite one). The property is cleaned and towels and blankets are changed twice a week. The owners are very friendly and always ready to give advices or help. This is a place I would surely reccomend to a friend and I hope I will pass some time there again sooner or later.

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Unexpectable experience!!
We booked this Villa for 10 days during the wintertime!!! We saw the photos firstly and the reviews which were unbelievable and that's it!! When we arrived we saw many differences at the villa. The Villa is more beautiful than the photos!!! New fence, new doors, new garage area, what a surprise!!! The pool of course as every guest mentioned is fantastic! Manolis informed us that he also changed all the mattresses. We had such a nice sleep!! 10 days resting, eating, and drinking local wine. We also had the opportunity to meet Manolis who gave us many ideas for things to do during this no-tourist period. Manolis was (as all the reviews mention) very generous and he make as feel like home! We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Graham A.

attractive property in convenient village
The house is of very good quality well maintained with good ground floor space and an enticing pool. The use of wood and tiles gives a luxurious impression. The owner is most welcoming with useful advice and offerings of local produce. We felt guests in a friends home rather than customers. The village is pleasant to walk round. Only a few minutes from the local beach town of Kolumbari and the national road with easy access to Western Crete's many delightful excursions. The house is surrounded by olive groves though the plot itself is small- the pool and half a dozen olive trees on one side and adequate parking space on the other. Bedrooms not as spacious as living space but adequate. the nearest I can get to a negative comment is that the bathroom of the third bedroom is small with an ineffective multi spray shower fitting taking up limited space in the shower.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2015

10/10 Excellent

Emmannouil P., Chania

2 lovely weeks in West Crete
When we booked Villa Katerina,over six months ago based on the reviews and photos we had high, high expectations.....and they were exceeded! It is even MORE beautiful than the pictures, Manolis is even MORE amazing as host than the reviews describe and our stay overall was even better than I could have hoped. We were so glad we chose to stay in Spilia, a quiet, charming village in the best location for exploring the beaches and the city of Chania and relaxing. The house is of course spotless, the beds are huge and the WiFi fast.The welcome pack Manolis provided to us was a big surprise for. We had read for this in the reviews but we could not imagine all these things he offered to us. During our staying he gave us more eggs more olive oil,more honey and more wine!!!We loved very product he gave us.Every time we met him he asked us if we need anything he made us feel like home (even better). Manolis tips is another thing have to mention...Just follow it...He gave us 6 pages of things we can do ...We tried most of them. There are some secrets i won;t mention it....The beaches of Balos , Falasarna and Elafonisi are easily reached, the beautiful city of Chania also. We spent a lot of time in the villa, just relaxing and the village of Spilia. There are 2 taverns there with grate traditional food some meters away from the Villa.In less than 1 km there is also a church in a cave where you can have a pick nick.Kolimvari (5 minutes drive) has also grate food (specially seafood). There are so many things i could mention....Every time we did something, we checked it in from Manolis list. There are so many things we didn;t do...So..We will come back next summer. Thank you Manolis for evrything you did for us! Greedings from Germany

10/10 Excellent

Nikolaus D.

Great House
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Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tobias G.

Tranquility & relaxation in perfect location
The house comes with all necessary features for a relaxed stay. Be it the well equiped kitchen, the prettty bathrooms or the comfortable beds. The bright living room openes to the outside terrace. But without doubt, the highlight is the pool area surrounded by olive trees giving the choice to get some sun or reading a book in the shade. The village is quite and you rarely see a car going around. Fee walking minutes there are two tavernas to choose from, both offering delicious greek cuisine. Even though its remote character, the house is easy to reach and just few minutes by car from the highway - making it a perfect home base to explore the north and westcoast. Manos is a great host, welcoming me upon arrival and was making sure I had all I need. Great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

Exemplary
Lovely villa, great location, super host (Manos). Highly recommended. Would visit again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

Amazing property and host
The only thing more amazing than Western Crete is this property and the only thing better than this property is the host! Villa Katerina and the owner, Manolis, are both truly special and we will always remember our stay here! I don’t know where to start but Manolis went above and beyond in every way and the house, the pool, the food exceeded our expectations in every way. Highly recommend Villa Katerina if you are planning a trip to Western Crete!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yves D., La chaux de fonds Suisse

Le calme proche de tout
Très jolie villa surplombant le village de Spilia avec la vue sur les colline et la mer Les commentaires sur le propriétaire sont tous vrai il est super accueillant et a votre service nous reviendrons
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Silke H.

Schönes Haus in ruhiger Umgebung
Sehr netter Vermieter, der bei Ankunft den Kühlschrank befüllt hatte und auch zwischenzeitlich kleine typische kretische Köstlichkeiten vorbeibrachte.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

A wonderful place to relax - a great base for exploring Crete
The villa looked great in the photos - and lived up to all our expectations. The pool is delightful and the en suite bathrooms for all three rooms plus the huge beds are all great. Manos is an excellent host - quick to communicate, eager to help, full of useful advice about the area and generous with his gifts!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Wonderful
Truly amazing in all aspects. A beautiful property and village. The warmth from the place and people is unforgettable with a most generous host to match the experience. A lovely welcome package and fantastic stay. Never been happier to leave a review.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

PAUL E.

The perfect villa in Western Crete
I’m not sure what impressed us more between the host and the villa itself. This was an unbelievably well executed Holiday stay from check-in to check-out. First, about the host. He’s incredible! Affable, earnest, helpful, flexible, and a wonderful person with whom to interact. He takes your vacation stay seriously and sees to it personally that you have a wonderful time. There’s a notebook in the villa of what to do and where to go with his recommendations. You arrive and the refrigerator is stocked with treats and local specialties. He’s responsive to inquiries/requests and flexible to your preferences. This is the host I want for every VRBO, forever. He’s really that good. The villa itself is gorgeous. The little village of Spilia is wonderful! Partially up the mountain with views to the Mediterranean (from the villa’s back yard!). A couple of delicious local taverns within walking distance. 1km up the hill is the cave/historical attraction/Orthodox church of St. John the Hermit. The villa itself was pristine, well-appointed, and very comfortable. The pool was an extravagance our daughters enjoyed daily. There’s an outdoor downstairs table set in the shade of the upstairs balcony with views of the town, mountains, and sea; we ate at that table daily. The furnishings are attractive, comfortable, as pictured, and exactly what I would wish for on this type of stay. Air conditioners by room let everyone set their preference for comfort. And the location gave us 30-60 minute driving access to pretty much everything the prefecture of Chania has to offer, from Southwest beaches (e.g. Elafonissi) to old town Chania proper. We chose this villa because every review seemed to rave about how great the place was. They were spot on. If you’re considering a stay in/around Chania, I wouldn’t even consider another location. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginny H.

What a Gem
A very relaxing peaceful and enjoyable week. Manolis looked after us perfectly and went above and beyond, the goodies on arrival to helping us out with our hire car, places to visit and any issues we had. The pool was lovely and warm and the villa is perfect in every way, we will return x
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

NIck H.

Excellent time in West Crete in the winter time
We were having a hard time writing a review of this home because we don’t want anyone else to know about it. This Villa is spectacular. Close attention was paid to every part of this house. It is all remodeled (new cabins in the bathrooms) and clean. The layout is Perfect for any family. The pictures do not do any justice as to the size of the home. The outdoor view from ground floor and first floor is just beautiful. There are plenty of places to sit and relax. The heated and salted pool is the perfect size with lounge chairs surrounding it. I confirm that the salted water is amazing and you make feel much better than being in a conventional pool. We took a risk of being in December in this villa but we never regreted. The combination of a heated pool and a fireplace made our holidays perfect.Manolis was absolutely wonderful and if there were any problems he was available by phone immediately. Manolis was extremely accommodating and truly made us feel at home. I have stayed in the area for many years and so far this is my favorite of all my rentals in the West Crete area. Ballos ,Elafonissi and Chania were so nice at this time of the year . We also went to some secret villages and local taverns where Manolis suggested. The location of the Villa is ideal to explore the region of West Crete.Thank you Manolis for lending me and my family your home. It’s a week we will never forget.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josef P.

Peace and tranquility!!!
What a fabulous treat. The house was immaculate, beautifully furnished, and fully equipped. The pool is salted and heated and it was amazing to swim when it s raining.!!! First time in my life in a salted pool, I won't book something different in the future! The sea view from both first and second floor is amazing. During the night when the weather was good we could see so many stars!!. We loved the area too, a nice traditional tavern in walking distance. More restaurants you can find in less that 5 minutes drive. The villa is situated in a perfect location to explore the West Crete. We were not so lucky regarding the weather conditions in November but the Villa and the owner Manolis made us feel at home and we had a great time. Some more words about Manolis. Although he was sick during our stay he was always available to help us and give us the best options!!! Moreover, the welcome pack he prepared for us was the best we ever had!! We will come again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eliz O.

Wonderful Villa in West Crete
We made a fantastic decision by choosing this Villa. There are 3 bedrooms and it is very important that there are 3 ensuite bathrooms. When we arrived Manolis the owner, made us feel at home. The fridge was full of local products, coffee, honey and so many other things we couldn't imagine that provided to us. The best welcome pack we ever had. Manolis who was really helpful during our stay had already printed some tips on things to do and alternatives depending on the weather. We followed some of them and we definitely go again to do most of his list. Taverns, wineries., secret small villages, gorges, and so many other things...Last by not least the pool....Fantastic chlorine-free, heated we really enjoyed it!!! Thank you Manolis, see you probably next June!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josef P.

An ideal place for friends ot family!!!
Well as most of visitors before choosing a villa i read the reviews.So the reviews about Villa Katerina were perfect!!!I don't have many things to add...The villa has everything you may need.The location is fantastic, the salted pool is unique first time in my life i enjoyed a pool so much.No chemicals no red eyes anymore.My grandfather is from Greece and i have heard a lot of stories about Cretan hospitality.I know that every guest who stayed at the Villa mention Manolis i read so many comments.I will add another one.He is one of the most intelligent and interesting person i have ever met.We all enjoyed our conversations during his visits. Grate sense of humour very helpful and so generous..We booked for the next year already.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andreas M.

Purer Genuss
Eine wunderschöne Urlaubsreise in toller Unterkunft und freundschaftlicher Betreuung durch den Vermieter. Kann man nur weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021