Balarina Residence is approved by the Greek Tourism Organization & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".
Nestled on a 4-acre estate filled with fruit trees, olive trees, a vineyard, and aromatic herbs, Balarina Residence offers a holiday escape where nature takes center stage. Located on the outskirts of Paralia Kournas, this stunning villa features four elegantly appointed bedrooms that comfortably accommodate up to eight guests.
Balarina Residence is a journey through time, preserving its historical essence and architectural integrity across generations. The very stones with which it was built--estimated to be over 650 years old--remain untouched by the extensive renovation, maintaining the spirit and strength of centuries past.
Balarina Residence, many years ago, was part of a settlement of 12 homes with roots dating back to both the Venetian rule (1205-1669) and the Ottoman period (1669-1898). It is said that during the Ottoman era, the entire settlement was the estate of Valaris Bey, from whom the residence takes its name to this day.
At Balarina Residence, you can still see three arches (domes)--the first likely from the Venetian period, and the other two from the time of Ottoman rule in the region. At the base of the interior staircase, there is also a stone loophole--a defensive architectural feature with a wide opening at the back and a narrow slit at the front--used by residents to fend off potential intruders.
Another noteworthy feature is the well in the courtyard, which served for many years as the sole water source for the entire settlement.
Layout - Main Building
Ground Floor - Living room with a Corner sofa, 50" LG TV, AKAI Bluetooth speaker, PlayStation 5, Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances & a wine cooler - Dining area for up to 8 guests - Half bathroom - WHIRLPOOL washer and dryer
Two bedrooms: - Bedroom 1: Queen-size bed (1.60m x 2.00m), ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, open closet, 32" LG TV, blackout curtains, roller blinds, direct outdoor access with a seating area - Bedroom 2: Two twin-size beds (0.90m x 2.00m), which can be converted into a king-size bed (1.80m x 2.00m) upon request, ensuite bathroom with stand-up shower, closet, vanity with mirror, 32" TV, roller blinds
All bathrooms include self-care products and hairdryers.
First Floor - Spacious balcony with panoramic views - Bedroom 3: King-size bed (1.80m x 2.00m), ensuite bathroom with stand-up shower, closet, 32" TV, blackout curtains, roller blinds, direct balcony access with seating area.
Guest House (Detached)
Private entrance for added seclusion - Bedroom 4: Queen-size bed (1.60m x 2.00m), ensuite bathroom with stand-up shower and hydromassage column. The room has preserved stone arch features, a 32" LG TV, a mini fridge, blackout curtains, mosquito screen
Outdoor Area Set on an expansive 4,200 m2 of private land, the exterior of Balarina Residence is a retreat designed to bring you closer to nature while enjoying every modern comfort. Surrounded by gardens filled with olive trees, fruit orchards, fragrant herbs, and a charming vineyard, the estate offers a beautiful getaway for guests of all ages.
- Private swimming pool (40 sq.m., 1.4m deep, with step access) - Double day bed - 6 sun beds, side tables, 3 umbrellas - Poolside shower - JAMESTOWN gas BBQ with single gas hob - Outdoor dining area (seats 8) under shaded pergola - Playground: Swing set, slide, two soccer nets - Outdoor projector for movie nights - Lawn and garden play area - Private parking for 3 cars - Olive trees, fruit orchards, herb gardens, vineyard - Fully fenced with a gated entrance for security and privacy.
- Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at EUR15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.
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Questa villa si trova a Apokoronas e vanta una posizione strategica nei pressi di parchi a tema. Cantina Dourakis e Porto di Rethymnon sono due tappe fondamentali per gli amanti delle attività. A livello naturalistico, invece, spiccano Spiaggia di Georgioupolis e Lago Kournas. Anche Museo Paleontologico e Fabbrica di Vetro Art of Living meritano una visita. Scopri le divertenti discipline sportive della zona, tra cui moto d'acqua e kayak, oppure vivi grandi avventure all'aria aperta con attività come equitazione e gite a piedi o in bici. Vai alla guida turistica di Georgioupolis
Historic Beauty & Nature at Balarina by etouri ha una piscina?
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Gli animali sono accettati presso Historic Beauty & Nature at Balarina by etouri?
Sì, questa struttura ammette gli animali domestici.
Quanto costa il parcheggio presso Historic Beauty & Nature at Balarina by etouri?
Presso la struttura è disponibile un parcheggio in loco.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-in presso Historic Beauty & Nature at Balarina by etouri?
Orario di inizio del check-in: 16:00.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-out presso Historic Beauty & Nature at Balarina by etouri?
Orario del check-out: 11:00.
Dove si trova Historic Beauty & Nature at Balarina by etouri?
A 1,9 km da Lago Kournas e a 2,2 km da Spiaggia di Georgioupolis, questa villa vanta una buona posizione a Apokoronas. Kalyváki e Spiaggia di Episkopi si trovano a meno di 10 km di distanza.
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10/10 Eccellente
Caryl A.
12 ott 2025
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The house was perfect for our group of 6 adults. We all stayed in the main house, but could have used the well appointed casita if we wanted to. While it is new, the house incorporates elements of the earlier (historic) structure/settlement that was on the site. We enjoyed some lazy afternoons around the pool and evening cocktails watching the sunset. The view of the pink and purple flowers along the driveway, the olive trees, and the early grape vines was lovely. The house is well located for exploring Crete. It is close to the main road that takes you to Chania or Heraklion and there are lots of little shops for food, wine, and snacks in the village. The owners left a home made spinach and cheese pie for us and some Raki as part of the 'welcome' to the house and were very responsive to questions and queries, especially when one part of our group was locked out :)