Dorothy's Dream: a historic residence ovelooking the Venetian Harbor
About the property
- Apartment2152 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms4
- Sleeps13
- Bathrooms3
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay2 - 3 nights
Enjoy a luxury stay in ample space with magnficent views and exclusive terrace
Dorothy’s Dream is located in one of Chania’s most exquisite national monuments. The 200 sqm residence is on the top floor of the “Palazzo del Rettore”, a building dating from the 14th century with spectacular views of the Chania Venetian Harbour.
Set high on the fortified hill at the heart of the old town, the residence offers spectacular views to the Chania Venetian Harbour including the famous lighthouse, the Maritime Museum of Crete and the Giali Tzami Mosque as well as to the “Big Blue” Aegean Sea from all its northern rooms. Its south and east oriented rooms offer views to the old city and the small “piazza” with the lemon trees connecting the rest of the traditional residences. Its large rooftop terrace enjoys a bird’s eye, 360º unobstructed view to the “White Mountains” of Chania, the Old Harbour and the nearby beaches at the horizon.
There are four rooms:
1. The Rector’s Suite which sleeps 2-4 persons with a king size bed and a bed-sofa which can be converted into two separate single beds. It includes an en-suite bathroom and a private balcony with a superb view of the Venetian Harbour.
2. Dorothy’s Room sleeps 3 persons with one double and one single bed. It has a private balcony and views towards both the Harbor and the White Mountains. It shares a bathroom with the Red Room.
3. The Romantic Room is a spacious room that sleeps 2-4 persons, with a double bed and a single bed that unfolds into two separate single beds. It has an en-suite bathroom and a view to the White Mountains and the Palazzo yard.
4. Need more space? We have one more room which we call the Red Room due to the Sienna colour of its walls. It is a smaller yet very cosy room. With one double bed it can accommodate up to two persons and offers views to the Venetian Harbour, the small backstreets of the old town and the White Mountains. It shares the main bathroom with Dorothy’s Room.
The residence includes a fully equipped kitchen, a living/dining room and exclusive access to the terrace.
Owner
Alexandros Melengovits
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english, french, spanish, greek
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 22, 2018
About Alexandros Melengovits
We are a family living between Crete and Athens. We acquired Dorothy's Dream in 2008 and, following a major renovation, we used it as our holiday home for several years. Since 2014 we have turned Dorothy's Dream into a for-hire residence hoping to give the opportunity to guests from all over the world to enjoy this magnificent historic location with all the modern amenities.
Why Alexandros Melengovits chose Old Town
This is a unique property because of its unparalleled location, magnificent views, spacious rooms, classic decoration and exclusive terrace.
What makes this Apartment unique
If you are looking for a place for a sizeable group of people (up to 13 persons) because you are travelling with your extended family or group of friends and you are looking for taste, comfort, beauty in a city environment and the best possible view, this is the right place for you!
Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 13
- The Rector's Suite1 king, 2 twin/ single
- Dorothy's Room1 double, 1 twin/ single
- The Romantic room1 queen, 2 twin/ single
- The Red room1 king
Bathrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Rector's Suite bathroomtoilet, combination tub/shower
- Romantic Room bathroomtoilet, combination tub/shower
- Dorothy's & Red Room bathromtoilet, combination tub/shower
Location Type
- Downtown
- Mountain
- Near The Ocean
- Town
- Waterfront
Theme
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Linens Provided
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Living Room
- ParkingParking is free on the road next to the residence. In case there is no space, there are free municipal parking lots about 10' walk away. There are also parking garages (paid) about 5' walk away.
- Telephone
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- KitchenFully equipped kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
Dining
- DiningDining is possible on the terrace with unlimited sitting or in the living room sitting 8 around a big round table or in the kitchen sitting 8 again around a big round table.
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 13 people
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD Player
- Games
- Music Library
- Stereo
- Television
- ToysSelection of board games
- Video Library
Outside
- Deck / Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Attractions
- churches
- cinemas
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- restaurants
- ruins
- synagogues
Leisure Activities
- eco tourism
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- cycling
- hiking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- swimming
House Rules
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
6 Reviews
Latest reviews
Fantastic!!!!!!
This home is spectacular!!! Very convenient location in Chania, close to everything with an easy walk. This four bedroom, three bath home has everything you need and much more. Fully equipped kitchen and beautiful bedrooms with king beds in the two master bedrooms. Beautiful small balconies facing the port of Chania with a huge rooftop oasis (fully furnished) with 360 views of all of Chania including the sea and mountains plus the city itself. The owner, Alexandros was very, very thoughtful and helpful about his home and provided helpful hints throughout making our stay perfect. In addition, he had his concierge, Zoe, meet us at our van (we had six adults and a 3 Y/O with lots of luggage) with a porter, Matthew, to transfer our bags to the apartment since it is up a long flight of stairs. Zoe then gave us a terrific overview of the house and Chania over Greek hors d’oeuvres and a special Raki toast for all. Zoe again met us on our departure and transferred (with porter Constantin) us and our luggage to our airport can. Alexandros provided maid service each day with two wonderful people, Diana and Eleni who were super and also made our 3 Y/O feel welcome as they cleaned for us. Wonderful vacation made very special by Alexandros and his amazing staff.
Dear John,
Thank you so much for your kind words! This is the kind of feedback that inspires to do our best!
Sincerely,
Alex
This is a beautiful Apt in a perfect location!
We LOVED our stay here. We had plans to explore the area but as soon as we saw the Apt we decided to stay put! Zoe met us and made a wonderful spread. She was so hospitable, explaining the tradition of the Dakos she made for us and explaining the wonderful history of the building. We bought supplies at the local market and cooked on the roof as the sunset over beautiful chania. I hope to come back here some day soon with my family and stay longer so we can explore beautiful Crete. Thank you Alex, Zoe, and Diana for a perfect stay!
Beautiful property! Would love to visit again.
My family stayed in Dorothy's Dream for 3 nights while on vacation in Greece. There were only 4 of us and my daughters loved the super spacious rooms. Beautiful property with amazing views and really nice rooftop outdoor space with fantastic views of old town. Definitely recommend this property. There are a lot of steps to get up to the apartment but manager had porter to help with bags. Loved meeting Zoe and appreciated all of the recommendations for things to do and see. My family loved Chania!
Amazing! Once in a lifetime.
This property is a jewel! Sits just one block off the Venetian port on quiet street. Perfect location for dinners, and nightlife to enjoy the harbor and lighthouse area. The property is large, easily shared with multiple couples or families. Everything is very clean in this 17th century property. The daily housekeeping is an added advantage. This is the only way to go for a large group wanting to enjoy all the Chania has to offer. The views from this property are breathtaking!
Incredibly charming home in the heart of Chania with beautiful harbor views!
We had a truly wonderful stay at Dorothy's Dream! Zoe our hostess was very helpful and always available for questions...she even gave us a Greek cell phone to reach her if needed. The location is ideal and views could not be more spectacular. The kitchen was fully stocked with MORE than we could ask for as well as any amenities. Dorothy's dream truly set a high bar as far as what can be expected when renting through homeaway. Next year if all goes as planned, I hope to be returning again with my family.
Huge apartment, with the best view in town
I can't say enough about how wonderful this place is. I visited with my extended family, 6 adults and two small children, and there was plenty of room for us to all feel comfortable. Communication with the owner and local host was so easy, and we felt very well cared for. The apartment itself is stunning-- big rooms, tall ceilings, balconies overlooking the harbor, and the most amazing roof terrace. This is a first-class accommodation in the very center of a wonderfully interesting town. We felt so lucky to have spent a week there. Book it! Right now!
Thank you for your kind words and the recognition! We are happy to have contributed to your family memories!
Location
There are many museums in the vicinity of Dorothy's Dream, several archeological sites and a beautiful port promenade with shops, bars and restaurants all within walking distance.