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Christmas in Villa in flourishing Cretan Village, plus two

Chaniá, Greece
  • 2cat
  • poultry

Dates

Murray
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Introduction

Dorothy and Murray live in Crete and London. Murray has retired from consultancy in order to write novels. Dorothy has retired from teaching to focus on her property business. We travel quite frequently, and need caring folk who will enjoy

Home & location

This sit will be over Christmas, New Year and Epiphany (January 6th). Greeks celebrate all three and Chania is wonderfully decorated! The weather can be beautifully sunny (the Greeks talk of the Halcyon Days in January, which can be 10 -12

houseHousebeachBeachmountainMountainsNot accessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Bedroom

Beds

Double

Clothes storage

WardrobeDrawers

Bedding and pillows

Internet & Office

Wifi

High-speed

Dedicated workspace

DeskWorktop

Kitchen

Stove

Gas

Oven

Microwave

Coffee maker

Toaster

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Dishwasher

Blender

Cooking basics

Pots, pans, cutlery, glasses, oil, salt & pepper

Heating & Cooling

Air conditioning

Heating

CentralFireplace

Bathroom

Shower

Shampoo

Hairdryer

Bathroom essentials

Towels, toilet paper, soap

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Pool

Scenic views

Garden

Patio

Balcony

Terrace

Communal gardens

Outdoor dining area

Barbecue

Parking & Transport

Parking

Free off-street parking

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Entertainment

TV

Streaming servicesCable / Satellite

Safety & Security

Fire extinguisher

First aid kit

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Iron

Wifi (High-speed)Free off-street parkingPoolScenic viewsGarden

Responsibilities

Please note - for the handover there needs to be enough time. We can discuss that with the successful applicant. PETS - To feed the two cats twice a day (morning and evening). - If one of the cats falls ill, to consult one of the two vets

Meet the pets

  • Monty

    15 years

  • Maisy

    11 years

  • poultry

Sitter reviews (17)

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Petra

It was my third housesit at this lovely place. Again it was wonderful and I had a really good time. Dorothy and Murray are a wonderful couple with very

  • 2cat
  • poultry
Stayed · 03 Mar - 29 Apr 2025
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Bruno and Hildegard

When we arrived in Chania ,Murray came to meet us at the airport.This was very lucky for us ,because the car rental guy didn`t meet us to pick up our car

  • 2cat
  • poultry
Stayed · 25 Nov 2024 - 23 Jan 2025
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Petra

My second time at Dorothy and Murray's home was exceptional but also wonderful. Again I enjoyed my stay at the beautiful house and property so much. Due to a

  • 2cat
  • poultry
Stayed · 11 Sep - 15 Oct 2024
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Nicola

We had the most amazing time house sitting for Dorothy and Murray. Their animals are absolutely beautiful and their home is lovely. They left very detailed

  • 2cat
  • poultry
Stayed · 21 May - 28 Jun 2024
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Petra

It was definitely one of my best sits ever in Dorothy's and Murray's home. Having a great time with the three cats and the chickens and the enjoyable garden

  • 2cat
  • poultry
Stayed · 03 Mar - 16 Apr 2024

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