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Outside the Villa

The villa sits on a plot of over 1,000 sq.m. The plot is triangular, with the "apex" being the back garden and the "base" along the road. The road is a quiet "cul-de-sac" which only leads to about 10 individually designed villas.

The Villa has a private pool, 3 terraces, 3 balconies and a large garden, with paths meandering past our 3 old olive trees and volcanic rocks.

The terraces are on the far side of the villa, next to the kitchen and in the back garden. The balconies lead off each bedroom, and also from the gallery picture window.

Dining and balcony furniture is provided for those who like to relax, eat and drink outside. Sun loungers and sun parasol are provided for those seeking sun and shade.

The back and side gardens retain a "natural" landscape. There are lots of volcanic rocks, with local spreading plants / wildflowers / herbs and, of course, our 3 olive trees for shade. The garden is divided from the adjacent lands by stone walls.

There is a plan of the garden in the picture gallery. (on the right hand side of this page)

The views to Souda Bay (7km) from the villa are simply stunning, as is the panorama of the Lefka Ori mountains behind. If you visit in early Spring - you wake up every morning and see snow covered mountains.

Vamos centre is a 5 minute walk. Beaches only 10-15 min drive.

The Pool

The pool is at the front of the villa (but privacy is retained for those itsy-bitsy-teeny-weeny bikini clad moments!)

The design is "kidney-shaped" (approx 24 sq.m) with 2.5m Roman steps.  The setting takes maximum advantage of both the sunshine and the views. The wall has been built to just the right height to keep the view of Souda Bay.

 

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Irissa is set on the edge of Vamos, Lefka Ori mountains to the west and south

 


Villa Irissa and pool

 


The "face" of Villa Irissa

 


Stunning view of Souda Bay from front.

 


Gallery picture window opens to balcony with incredible mountain view

 


 

Lefka Ori mountain view from Gallery Balcony (Winter and spring)


 

Lefka Ori mountains from gallery balcony (summer)


 

           Pool


 

   Patio area around pool for dining table and sun loungers .....


Terrace opening from kitchen. Breakfast here on a sunny day!

 

 


Another patio in the back garden, with one of our three olive trees

 


 

 Car Parking Area in front of villa

 


Plan of garden - with pool and parking area

 

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