Leaving the main road that leads along Crete’s northern coastline, a gently winding road carries you down through sun-bleached hillsides and fragrant scrub towards one of the island’s most atmospheric coastal enclaves. And here, perched above the sea with wonderfully far-reaching views, lies Vaya’s House — a charming 2-bedroom villa, being beautifully refurbished for 2026 by our local team and the sister of Mochlos Blue owner Giorgos. This thoughtful family connection to our much-loved Simpson Hotel nearby is your quiet assurance of the quality, style and heartfelt Cretan hospitality that awaits.

The villa’s hillside position is one of its greatest joys; a peaceful vantage point where mornings unfold slowly and evenings glow softly as the sun dips behind the mountains. A ten-minute stroll down a simple local track brings you straight into Mochlos itself, a village that remains a cherished secret for those who prefer authenticity over fast-paced glamour. Here, the waterfront cafés and tavernas spill onto the shoreline in a colourful, unpretentious jumble, offering some of the freshest seafood and warmest welcomes in eastern Crete. It is a place where time seems to move differently — slower, calmer, with the easy conviviality that defines Greek island life at its best.

Inside, Vaya’s House is designed for relaxed holiday living, with two comfortable bedrooms that make it an ideal choice for couples, or smaller families seeking space to unwind together. Newly refreshed interiors blend elegant simplicity with comfort, creating a laid-back holiday home with private pool terrace designed to exploit the magnificent views across the bay.

Though Mochlos itself casts a magnetic spell with its authentic character, bohemian spirit and the enticing little island of Minoan ruins just offshore, Vaya's House is also perfectly placed for discovering the wider delights of eastern Crete. This region—rich in history, culture and untouched landscapes—remains one of the least visited and most rewarding corners of the island. Yet for those seeking a taste of the high life, the chic harbourside cafés of Agios Nikolaos and the sophisticated ambience of Elounda are within easy reach, offering a delightful contrast before you return to the tranquillity of your hillside sanctuary.

Charming, welcoming and wonderfully positioned, Vaya’s House captures the essence of Mochlos: authentic, unhurried and quietly magical. Newly refurbished and thoughtfully presented, it promises a stay that lingers in the memory long after the last view across the water fades into evening light.

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