The shore of Agia Marina, which can be reached on foot, is fantastic with consecutive sandy beaches.

On the west side, near the port of Platania, we meet many small artificial coves where one can swim. In the east part the beach, there is a long sandy beach extending to Stalos. Along the shore, you will find all the services offered in a well organized beach.

Opposite the beach of Agia Marina you'll see the protected islet of Thodorou, which has been declared a natural reserve. There is a large colony of the endangered Cretan wild goats in Crete, moved here from the White Mountains (i.e. the area around Samaria Gorge). Approaching the island is possible only by organised boat trips. In the small cove of the islet, serving as the harbour or the island, there is a small sandy beach overlooking Agia Marina. 

The beach of Platanias (2,5 km away)  is a lovely long sandy strip, along which there are many touristic facilities. On the beach you will find everything that is provided on well organized beaches, such as beach bars, umbrellas, showers, snack bars, lifeguards, water sports etc. During summer nights, the night clubs in the area host thousands of people, both Greeks and foreigners, who dance till dawn.

Balos Beach is one of the main reasons thousands of people visit Chania every year. A magical place, famous for its pinkish sand and broken shells, it is compared to the Caribbean beaches. Shallow waters make Balos an ideal beach for families with children, while the crystal clear waters and the idyllic scenery meets every expectation to the fullest!

You might have seen Elafonisi beach before, in a picture or in a postcard, or maybe in every top-10 must-see beach of every travel agency in the world. Voted as one of the best five secret beaches by BBC, 14th best beach in the world by CNN, Elafonisi combines turquoise waters with pink sand, one meter deep waters and a lagoon

Falassarna is gorgeous beach, receiving a vote every summer by thousands of visitors! Kilometers of white, powdery sand, crystal clear waters ideal for snorkeling and a mind-blowing sunset! Falassarna is also a part of the Natura 2000 network because of its outstanding natural beauty and its variety in flora and fauna.

Kato stalos beach is situated right above Stalos village and it is a long beach with nice soft sand and crystalline waters. Visitors in this beach can enjoy its picturesque scenery and relaxed environment together with participation in activities such as beach volley, beach tennis and water cycling.

Kiani Akti beach is a very well organized beach with crystal clear waters and not very crowded therefore an ideal choice to spend a whole day. The beach also offers plenty of water sports and efficient services. The beach is also ideal for families as their children can play and swim safely. Moreover there are enough canteens and taverns nearby. Lastly, the exit of the river Kiliaris is located in the middle of the beach bringing water from the top of the Lefka Ori (White mountains). 


Kalives offers two sandy beaches with shallow waters, separated by Xidas river and connected by a small bridge at the exit of the river to the sea. Both beaches of Xidas and Maistrali are well organized and their waters are clean and clear, enriched by sweet water coming from the river. 

In Akrotiri Peninsula, about 30 minutes driving distance from the villa, you will find five beautiful beaches worth visiting. The fully organized Kalathas beach with clear shallow waters, fine sand and palm trees. Starvos beach with shallow clean waters and a hidden small turquoise lagoon. Organised Loutraki sandy beach with various taverns and famous beach bars. Marathi sandy beach that consists two small beaches with an amazing view to Lefka Ori. And finally Seitan Limania beach, one of the most magical beaches of Crete and a real heaven with pure white pebbles and azure, crystal clear waters.