Villa Irini is located in the village of Vafes in the historic area of Apokoronas. It offers a four-bedroom villa with a private outdoor pool with deck chairs, as well as a courtyard. The traditional mansion, dating back to 1850, has been rebuilt and refurbished in accordance to the regional architecture.The villa has views of a gorge, mountains and hills. The use of wood throughout, covering floors, ceilings and stairs, and the extensive use of local stone, lends the villa its special character. Traditional elements include a wine press and a wood-burning oven. Villa Irini is 20 mi away from Chania and 17 mi from Rethymnon. There are several traditional café in the village and a tavern serving genuine Cretan cuisine.