Independent stays near Elafonisi · Western Crete
A little closer to Elafonisi. A place of your own.
A village house for your favourite people, or a studio made for two. Discover five individual stays in Plokamiana and Chrisoskalitissa, with space to settle in between beach days.
5–10 min
by car to Elafonisi beach
5 stays
independent homes and studios
4.8
average rating on Google
Free
cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Your own space
Self-contained stays with a kitchen or kitchenette, from compact studios to a two-bedroom house.
Two different settings
Choose a village setting in Plokamiana or a coastal base in Chrisoskalitissa.
A host to ask
Ask about layouts, arrival or staying near friends before deciding.
Five stays. Different ways to feel at home.
Choose the space that suits you.
Compare the photos, sleeping arrangements and practical details. Each accommodation page explains who it suits and what to consider before booking.
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Plokamiana · 10 mins to Elafonisi
Viva House
Space for the whole family, in the heart of village life.
Sleeps 5
2 bedrooms
75 m²
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Plokamiana · 10–15 mins to Elafonisi
Elafonisos Studio
Traditional character, outdoor space and room to unwind.
Sleeps 2
1 bedroom
30 m²
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Plokamiana · 10 mins to Elafonisi
Viva Studio
A simple, comfortable base for two in Plokamiana.
Sleeps 2
1 bedroom
19 m²
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Chrisoskalitissa · 5 mins to Elafonisi
Yalos Standard Studio
A private patio and a relaxed base near Elafonisi.
Sleeps 2
1 bedroom
29 m²
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Chrisoskalitissa · 5 mins to Elafonisi
Yalos Tiny Studio
A compact coastal hideaway with your own terrace.
Sleeps 2
1 bedroom
16 m²
From our guests
What guests say.
★★★★★
“We stayed here for around a week. Manos is very friendly, hospitable and responsive. His mother made us feel very welcome. His grandma is adorable! The rooms were very clean and had all the amenities including a kitchen. We plan on staying here next time we visit Chania. Thank you Manos and family!”
★★★★★
“Yalos Studio is a sweet space offering a bit of refuge with access to beautiful beaches and starry skies in this special corner of Crete. My stay in the space was peaceful and comfortable, and I appreciated the little details of care throughout the studio. Interacting with Manos was smooth and lovely~ he's truly a gem of a human and helped make my stay even more awesome! I highly recommend Yalos Studio and other Viva Elafonissi properties. Thank you Manos!”
★★★★★
“Such a great place away from the crowds. Its so near near to Elafonisi and Kedrodasos beaches. The hosts provides all the you need to stay in your vacation. Even more, feels like home. If want run out from the world, stay here!”
★★★★★
“Excellent choice to enjoy nearby beaches of Elafonisi and Kedrodassos. Nikos is excellent host, explains everything thoroughly and responds immediately. Everything you need for your stay is there to be independent. It's the second year we visit and hope to be healthy enough to do so in the future.”
★★★★★
“Very peaceful place. Apartment with everything you need. Absolutely nice stay!”
★★★★★
“The apartment is small but equipped with all the comforts you need for a comfortable stay. The location is excellent for visiting the beautiful beaches in the area. The village has markets and taverns where you can eat. There's also a beautiful monastery by the sea. Highly recommended.”
All Viva Elafonisi reviews on Google ↗All Yalos Standard Studio reviews on Google ↗All Yalos Tiny Studio reviews on Google ↗
First, find your place
Village life or a coastal base?
Both locations put western Crete within reach. Neither is directly on Elafonisi beach: plan to travel there by road.
Plokamiana: come home to the village
Choose Viva House for separate bedrooms and shared living space, or one of the two studios for a smaller base. A good fit if you enjoy a village setting and plan to explore by car.
Chrisoskalitissa: a little nearer the coast
The two neighbouring Yalos studios each have their own outdoor space. Choose Standard for more indoor room, or Tiny for a compact base. Local tavernas and a mini-market are within walking distance.
Coming together, staying in your own space?
Viva House welcomes up to five guests. For separate units, choose accommodations in the same location; the two Yalos studios are next door to one another. Send your dates and group size so we can help you work out the right combination.
More than a day at the beach
Leave room for the slower moments.
Coffee before you head out. A long lunch after the sea. An evening back in your own space. Build your days around the things you enjoy, with our planning guide as a starting point.
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How it works
Book in four easy steps.
Choose your dates
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Book securely
Add your card with Stripe. Nothing is charged before free cancellation ends.
Pay the deposit
50% is charged when free cancellation ends, the rest 7 days before arrival.
Arrive and settle in
Arrival details reach you before your stay.
A few useful things to know.
A car is useful for reaching the beach and exploring from either location. Plokamiana stays involve a drive for shops and eating out; the Yalos studios have some everyday essentials within walking distance.
Viva House has two bedrooms and accommodates up to five guests. Among the studios, compare the floor area and layout on each property page: Viva Studio and Yalos Tiny are deliberately compact choices.
Choose a stay, dates and guest count to request availability and a price breakdown. Review the total, payment schedule and any amount payable at the property. If online availability is not open, send your dates to the host.
Start with the stay. We can help with the details.
Know your dates? Explore the accommodations. Still deciding between locations or layouts? Ask us what you need to know before making a choice.
Where we are
Two locations, minutes from Elafonisi.
- PlokamianaViva House, Elafonisos Studio, Viva StudioOpen in Google Maps ↗
- ChrisoskalitissaYalos Standard Studio, Yalos Tiny StudioOpen in Google Maps ↗