Villa Rethymno

Nestled on the top of a small hill in the delightful resort of Sfakaki, just metres from the beach, Villa Rethymno enjoys three bedrooms, a smart living room, a kitchen diner, lots of balconies from where you can enjoy fabulous sea views and a swimming pool. It is ideal for families or a group of friends who are looking to relax, enjoy the fabulous local beaches, taste delicious traditional food, have easy access to the lively city of Rethymno and perhaps head into the countryside to visit ancient villages, monasteries and famous gorges.

Sfakaki enjoys a fabulous organised beach, charming tavernas, wonderful restaurants, a bakery selling all sorts of delicious treats, supermarkets and bars. It offers a bus service into Rethymno so you can head in for a delicious meal and a wander enjoying cocktails and chilled local wines without worrying about having to drive. In addition to the beautiful Sfakaki Beach which is home to many Caretta Caretta sea turtles, there are plenty of others within walking distance including Pirgos Beach, Eleven Beach, Adelianos Kampos Beach and Skaleta Beach. Holidays to Sfakaki are about relaxation, unwinding and embracing the authentic side of Crete. The village is surrounded by countryside where pine sprinkled hillsides rise as far as you can see. Ancient villages perch along the winding rural roads wrapped in vines and colourful flowers and Mount Ida stands majestically on the horizon. Charmed by the fragrant combination of wild herbs, oregano, oleanders, hollies and eucalyptus trees, you can visit the amazing Monastery Arsaniou. Rethymno is just fifteen minutes away with its sandy beaches, Venetian and Ottoman architecture, Byzantine churches, picturesque port, charming narrow cobbled streets lined with unique boutiques and shops and its wonderful dining scene. The beautiful beach resorts of Bali, Agia Galini and Plakias are all within easy reach of Villa Rethymno.

The villa is semi-detached. Its neighbour, Villa Sfakaki, enjoys the same configuration as Villa Rethmno and although they are attached, guests enjoy total privacy. If you wanted to take a holiday with another family we also feature Villa Sfakaki so you could book both villas and be next door to each other! The balconies and the pool and terrace of Villa Rethymno all face the sea. There is a long drive up to the villa which is beautifully kept. As you climb the steps to enter the villa, you are immediately welcomed by a stunning view of the sea which is only a few minutes’ walk from the front door. On your upper terrace you can enjoy cocktails while watching the sun go down and alfresco dining under the stars and twinkling lights.

In calm, neutral colours, the living room is cosy and stylish with a leather sofa and chairs as well as a flat screen television. Next door is the kitchen diner with all the appliances you need for a self-catering stay, a dining table and chairs and an additional sofa making it a very sociable space. A delightful twin bedroom is found on this level with comfy single beds and patio doors that lead to a balcony. There is also a family bathroom with both a bath and shower.

Upstairs you will discover two bedrooms, both with beautifully dressed double beds and access to balconies overlooking the magnifcent landscape of Rethymno and the sea. Here there is another family bathroom with a bath and shower.

The swimming pool terrace is surrounded with greenery to ensure privacy. The delightful pool enjoys loungers and a bistro table and stools. It is a great space just metres from the sandy beach.

The photos are a mix of this villa and theidentical neighbouring villa, Villa Sfakaki which can also be booked.