Here's a list of the most Frequently Asked Questions about renting a Cyprus villa through us. Take a quick look - you should find your question here. If not, please email our team on info@cyprusholidayvillas4u.com and we'll have an answer for you as soon as possible.

Q: Who is CyprusHolidayVillas4u.Com?
A: We are a British company, based in both London and Larnaca, Cyprus, specialising in renting quality villas in Cyprus to holiday makers, through the Internet. All of our villas and services are illustrated on this Internet website. This site provides a cost effective way of allowing guests to book directly and stay in quality, individual villas, at lower prices than if they were booking through a travel agent or tour operator.

Q: How do I book a villa?
A: In 3 easy steps:

1. You check the villa/s availability by completing the on-line Villa Enquiry Form. Once received, we confirm availability within 24 hours.

2. You then make your Payment. Once we have received your  booking request we re-check the availability and once payment has been received send you by email the formal Reservation Confirmation.  Please note that the booking is not guaranteed until we have issued our formal Reservation Confirmation.

3. If you are making your booking more than 2 months before the start of the villa booking date, then only a 25% deposit is required. You will then need to send us the balance of the payment 2 months before commencement of the booking. Once received, we will send you your final booking confirmation together with Villa Directions and Villa Guide.

Q: How is payment made?
A: Payment can be made by cheque or cash in person.

Q: What number should I use to call Cyprusholidayvillas4u?
A: We can be contacted by ringing  on 07768 823798. Alternatively e-mail the desk at: info@cyprusholidayvillas4u.com

Q: Are the rates per person or for the entire villa?
A: Our rates are as stated on each villas dedicated page.

Q: Are the prices in Sterling or Cyprus pounds?
A: All prices quoted are in British Pounds Sterling.

Q: On which days to villa bookings usually commence?
Most villas have flexible changeover days, only being subject to availability, however a few villas stipulate a particular day. Please check with us.

Q: What is the required length of stay?
A: Normally a minimum 7-night stay is required. Some villas may accept shorter stays (5 nights), especially if it is close to your departure date or during the low season. In peak season, a premium may be required.

Q: Aren't villas more expensive than a hotel?
A: As you explore the Cyprus villas we represent you'll see that many villas are often much cheaper than prices of hotels of the same quality standard. Villa rentals offer more privacy, more comfort, and more freedom than hotel rooms. Your villa also comes with a fully equipped kitchen, making a Cyprus vacation rental an economical choice. When two or more people are travelling, a rental is usually considerably less expensive than staying in hotel rooms and eating all of your meals out. When you factor in all the benefits and amenities of a private villa, you'll quickly realize that villas offer superb value. (Remember to compare rates per room/ per night).

Q: What is your deposit and cancellation policy?
A: For all of our villas, the following standard practices apply: A 25% deposit is required to hold a reservation. Reservations are not considered firm until the deposit, in cleared funds is received and our reservation confirmation has been issued. The balance of your payment is due 2 months prior to your arrival date. In the event of you cancelling the booking, no refund is made. It is therefore strongly recommended that you take out Travel Insurance. In addition a breakage deposit of £250 is payable 2 months prior to departure, which is repayable within 7 days of your return and following satisfactory inventory checks. The security deposit is repayable in the event of cancellation.

Q: Do mobile phones work in Cyprus?
A: Generally most GSM network mobile phones do work in Cyprus although at times reception can be erratic and some locations are unsuitable for mobile telephones (mountains), so we advise that you check with your airtime provider.

Q: Is Travel Insurance Required?
A: Yes, it is strongly recommended that you arrange comprehensive travel insurance to include accommodation cancellation.

Q: Are Visas Required?
A: Visas are not required for EC passport holders although a full passport valid for at least 3 months from your date of return is required. If you do not hold an EC Passport, or require any further Visa information, we recommend that you contact the Cyprus High Commission (Tel: 0207 499 8272), before you book your villa, to check whether a visa is required in your case.

Q: Are Vaccinations Required?
A: No inoculations or vaccinations are compulsory for UK residents, but the DHSS does recommend certain health precautions for travellers - see their leaflets SA40 and SA41 for details (obtainable from your local Dept. of Health office) or ask your doctor. Should you be taking any form of medication, take adequate supplies with you and carry them, as well as items like contact lenses, in your hand luggage only.

Q: Are there any currency restrictions?
A: There is no limit on how much currency you take out of the UK. The Cyprus Government allows you to bring in or take out up to CY£500 in local currency without declaring this. We recommend you take most of your spending money in the form of traveller's cheques (Sterling), although in the major tourist centres the banks should cash cheques written in conjunction with a Eurocheque card, and credit cards are widely accepted. You can also withdraw money from cash machines.

Q: Are the Safety Standards and Regulations the same as in the UK?
A: The safety standards and regulations in operation in Cyprus may not reach the same level as those we enjoy in the U.K. The monitoring, enforcement and compliance with these local regulations is a matter for the authorities of that country and the foreign supplier of the services concerned. The general standards of safety and hygiene, fire precautions etc, will generally be lower than in the U.K. Liability insurance requirements vary considerably from country to country, as does the responsibility placed on an organisation by local law. Please therefore take all precautions to protect yourself and your family whilst on holiday.

Q: What about insects and pests?
A: The villas and village houses are often located in rural areas. Indeed, for many people, this is one of their great attractions. However, having open countryside nearby or a location within a working village, 'friendly locals' can include more than the village priest. Ants, lizards, wasps, spiders, field mice, snakes, field rats etc. are not uncommon in Cyprus (after all, they were there first!) although no more numerous than anywhere else in the Mediterranean. So, if you or any of your party are likely to be squeamish about a possible visit from local wildlife, we recommend you check with us as to the suitability and location of your chosen accommodation before you book. Mosquitoes can be an annoyance and so we recommend that you bring a suitable lotion and/or plug-in repellent.  

Q: What are the check in and check out times?
A: Access to villas will as far as possible fit in with your flight times.

Q: Do the villas with satellite TV, have English channels?

A: Most satellite systems in Cyprus have over 100 channels however these are mainly a mixture of Greek and European channels. Usually there are just a few English channel like CNN News, Euro News, BBC World and sometimes a film is shown in the evenings in English. It is only those villas with a Sky satellite system that will have proper English channels. If this is of importance to you, please check with us before making a booking.

Q: Is a car required?
A: We strongly recommend that guests reserve a car, as often villas can be far to walk to conveniences and in some locations public transport is limited. Full car hire details can be found on www.petsas.com.cy.   let us know what car you require and we will be happy to make the reservation on your behalf

Q: What if I want to give you some feedback?
A: Then please do! We need your feedback to constantly improve our service and give us great new ideas on how to make your travelling lives easier.  e-mail us at info@cyprusholidayvillas4u.com

Q: Do the villas have telephones or internet access?                                             None of our villas have the use of a telephone for telephone calls. To make telephone calls you can either use local phone boxes, use your own mobile phone (see above) or purchase a pay as-you-go, card or mobile telephone from your local Cytanet Office. A few of our villas have internet access using a standard dial-up connection. Please ask us for further details.

Q: Are towels and linen provided?

Bed linen and bathroom towels are provided at all of our properties. We advise that you bring your own towels for pool/beach use as these are not provided. The villas towels are only for use inside the property and are not to be used outdoors, on the sun beds, or at the beach. Towels and linen are usually changed at the end of 7 days unless otherwise stated.  

Q: What is the electricity voltage?                                                                          

The voltage is the same as in the UK - 240 volts, with 3-pin plug sockets.                                                                                                                                    

Q: How often is the villa cleaned?                                                                       

Unless otherwise stated, all of our properties are cleaned prior to arrival and then again after 7 days.