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Villa with character and beautiful garden close to Rethymno

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Pool
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Rethymno
  • Popular LocationRethimno Kart8 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlatanes Beach11 min drive
  • Popular LocationRethymnon Venetian Port11 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)71 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 8
2519 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
Bedroom 3
    1 double bed
Bedroom 4
    1 double bed
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Bathtub/shower combo

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa with character and beautiful garden close to Rethymno


Villa Maria is an authentic large Greek house built of stone. The house is located around a courtyard with exotic tall trees and has a private swimming pool with a separate childrens pool, a pond and a separate BBQ area in the corner of the garden. This house is 200 years old and was recently very tastefully renovated. The property is walled so that life is lived on the interior of this house.

The house as a staircase on the other side in the garden which takes you to a separate studio.

The garden is beautiful, almost a small paradise. There are lounge chairs and parasols
Food is mostly prepared on the BBQ. The BBQ space has a large covered seating area where you can all enjoy a meal together.

Property manager

The Owner Vaggelis

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Only allowed on the outside of the house

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Spelunking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,519 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 00001424571

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

House Character Beautiful Garden Rethymno
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About the neighborhood

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in the mountains and by the sea. Rimondi Fountain and Fortezza Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mili Gorge and Platanes Beach. Rethimno Kart and Paleontological Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Rethimno Kart - 8 min drive
  • Platanes Beach - 11 min drive
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 11 min drive
  • Fortezza Castle - 12 min drive
  • Rethymnon Lighthouse - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ταβέρνα του Ζήση - 6 min drive
  • Skypark - 5 min drive
  • Cafe Greco - 7 min drive
  • Taverna Vergina - 6 min drive
  • Taverna Klimataria Rethymno - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa with character and beautiful garden close to Rethymno pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa with character and beautiful garden close to Rethymno?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa with character and beautiful garden close to Rethymno?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa with character and beautiful garden close to Rethymno located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mili Gorge, Horse Park Rethymno, and Platanes Beach. Blue Beach and Town Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Actual paradise!!
This villa is magical. It had everything we needed for 2 weeks of relaxing and exploring. As temperatures are soaring across the med, the coolest place to be is by Vaggellis and Pavlo’s pool! Such warm hosts- very kind and knowledgeable but totally unobtrusive. The garden is spectacular and we were lucky to see some rare cactus flowers in bloom. The location is a very quiet hamlet and a car is a must but it’s only a short drive from some fantastic places to eat, drink and enjoy. The villa itself is very comfortable and spacious. The best thing, being the total privacy of the pool and garden- our shy 7 year old couldn’t swim 2 weeks ago and now she’s a mermaid! Thank you so much V and P, we would love to come back some day
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing vacation house!
This beautiful house was a highlight of our vacation in Crete! The hosts were extremely helpful and available, and the home impeccably maintained. We had a perfect time, and such enjoyable moments spent in the exquisite garden. I highly recommend renting this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
Our family of 6 adults and 2 children aged 9 and 6 stayed at beautiful Villa Maria for 4 nights. I wish we had stayed longer. The traditional stone house has an unusual design, with two bedrooms on the upper level but accessed by different stairs. One bedroom on the living space level and one bedroom with 2 single beds on the opposite side of the pool/garden. The house was cool with many interesting art pieces. The courtyard garden is absolutely amazing! We all enjoyed sitting under the umbrella eating, drinking, relaxing and playing cards. It’s a short drive to Rethymno shops, restaurants and the beach. Thank you Vaggelis and Pablo for your kindness. We all enjoyed our stay and meeting you both. I would definitely recommend Villa Maria to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful villa
The villa did not disappoint at all. Good location for the town, private, established, clean and pretty much perfect for us
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tal Billis

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded hideaway with beautiful garden
Wonderfully quiet house in a very small hamlet yet very short drive from Rethymno and easy access to beaches, restaurants, shops etc. The secluded courtyard garden really shows the time and affection that must have been spent on it and was a truly great spot to relax. Our kids loved it and the fish pond in particular (which you could also peer into from the living room). Spacious house with an interesting layout. It worked well for us as a family of 4 with 2 smallish children but would also work for larger groups or 2 or 3 couples. Very friendly owner and very smooth and uncomplicated reception process. Very many thanks to Vangelis and Pavlos for a wonderful stay and we hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evaldas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Villa with character
Absolutely amazing Villa! You can feel effort and love the owners put in every detail of this property and garden. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. It's one of those places you want to come to.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

edward s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming historic hillside villa
Perfect place for a small family reunion. Tranquil beautiful garden with pool and views of orange trees. Owners were very friendly and helpful. Comfort beds, well-equipped kitchen. Short ride to beach. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of old and new
Traditional stone buildings in quiet area lovingly transformed with modern conveniences. We loved being inside the house and in the garden. Trees, plants, and flowers made anywhere we sat, swam, or grilled refreshing and relaxing. The 2 hosts were the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful stay
We had an amazing time, and Vaggelis was friendly, helpful and even before our stay responded to our questions incredibly quickly. The house is amazing and exactly as described. The perfect get away for friends or family. The pool and garden area is exotic and peaceful and it is a wonderful place to relax. Thank you Vaggelis for looking after us so well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maz W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cretian Getaway
We have just spent a fantastic fortnight at Villa Maria. The house itself is really beautiful and maintained to a really high standard. A mixture of well renovated old and modern to suit everyone. The pool and gardens are amazing - we spent most of our time relaxing watching the sparrows sleeping at night on the banana leaves! Vagellis and Pablo are fantastic hosts, and on hand for anything you need. Local restaurants and supermarkets are a 10-15 min drive to Rethymno. It was exactly the break we needed, thank you for having us!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020