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
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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
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
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
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
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)
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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
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
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About the neighborhood
Rethymno
What's nearby
Rethimno Kart - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
Rethymnon Town Hall - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
Rethymnon Venetian Port - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
Rimondi Fountain - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
Fortezza Castle - 12 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
Sky Park - 5 min drive
Skypark - 5 min drive
Ταβέρνα του Ζήση - 6 min drive
Baja Beach Club - 6 min drive
Upano - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa with character and beautiful garden close to Rethymno have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Villa with character and beautiful garden close to Rethymno pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.
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).
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We loved staying in this unique villa, nicely quiet and secluded. All the family had a great time and the kids especially loved the pool.
Lots of shaded areas if you want a break from the Crete heat.
Owners were very friendly and helpful and were available to us throughout the week with any issues.
Would recommend to anyone.
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.
Everything about this villa was perfect. Location not far from the beaches and Rethymno, but remote in the hills, peaceful and idyllic. Vagilis and Pavlos were wonderful hosts, super-attentive and friendly, always responsive to any requests. The villa itself was quite unique stone house, which we loved, especially the outside space which was well designed with different areas and seemed like a mini oasis surrounded by palm trees and cacti, secluded and relaxing. Lovely views of the surrounding hills. And if you like cats, in the courtyard outside the villa, you will love it here!
The villa has a real wow factor with charismatic rooms that have been beautifully decorated and modernised. But it is the outdoor space that really impresses. The pool area is inviting but there is so much shade provided by the beautiful trees and shrubs that make the garden a real oasis. There is a lovely tranquility to the villa with the sounds of birds, sheep and chickens from the surrounding farmland. The courtyard to the front door is a magnet for the local cats and kittens which are adorable. The owners are cat lovers and feed the strays regularly. And so did we!! The owners are very friendly and helpful. You have to park your car in a car park area a short distance from the property which occasionally was full but we managed to find a space somewhere. A really enjoyable visit and we’d love to return.
We(5 people) spend a week in villa Maria in July.The villa is a very old house, with many rooms and different levels(not for wheelchairs). The house is very cosy and exiting.
Allthough it's an old house, it's well equiped, and there are everything you'll need for a holiday. The bathrooms and kitchen are nice and new.
All the house is clean and nice.
The garden and the pool are fantastic, even better than the pictures.
A great thanks to the friendly owner, for letting us rent this house.
Dorthe Bendix.
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
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.
We stayed for a fortnight at the beginning of July 2024, and can honestly say it was one of the best villas we have ever stayed in.
There is loads of space and everywhere is beautifully furnished and decorated, and clean. The air conditioning in the bedrooms was excellent and unobtrusive. A good and well appointed kitchen with a good sized fridge/freezer.
The pool was wonderful, with lots of lovely trees etc around to give a good mix of shade and sun. And the overall garden was great for lounging, eating, chilling. Great BBQ area too.
The hosts were so attentive and welcoming, but not in any way overbearing. We didn't see them unless we needed help, and they were incredibly helpful and answered our questions so quickly.
The hamlet location has stunning views and is lovely and quiet, but is only a 10 minute drive from the beach, shops, restaurants. And is only a 20 minute drive from Rethymno's brilliant old town (great for shopping and eating).
We would definitely recommend it and we are planning on returning! A first class experience.
Es war wirklich wunderschön! Die Gastgeber waren super nett und die Unterkunft war perfekt. Wir haben die Tage sehr genossen und wären gerne noch länger geblieben.
Unsere 2 Wochen waren sehr schön, das Ferienhaus war bis ins Detail geplant und mit Liebe angelegt. Die Besitzer waren immer vor Ort, wenn es Fragen gab. Die Anfahrt ist schnell gemerkt und die Lage ist Klasse.
Très belle maison, bien équipée avec un magnifique jardin, à l'écart de l'agitation de la côte mais cependant très proche de la mer et des commerces. Idéale pour randonner. Accueil très sympathique en anglais.
Wir hatten im Oktober eine sehr schöne Woche im Haus von Vaggelis und Pavlos! Das Haus liegt ein wenig abgelegen in Giannoudi - dort ist es sehr entspannt und ruhig… mit dem Auto ist man aber in wenigen Minuten im „Trubel“ bzw. am langen Strand von Rethymnon. Die National Road (führt nach Chania bzw. Heraklion) ist schnell erreichbar.
Das Haus ist liebevoll gestaltet und eingerichtet, der Garten wirklich ein Traum! 🌴🌴🌴
Vaggelis war jederzeit für Fragen erreichbar und hatte bei kleinen Problemchen immer eine schnelle Lösung.
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und gut erholt! Die beiden Vermieter sind sehr nett und man merkt, dass sie viel Herzblut in das Haus gesteckt haben!
Für eine Gruppe bis 6/8 Personen geeignet, aber wir haben es genossen, hier als Paar Urlaub zu machen!
Klare Empfehlung!
Wir waren mit 4 Personen vor Ort, das Ferienhaus mit dem tollen Innenhof und Pool hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Der Vermieter ist eine Seele von Mensch und immer hilfsbereit. Wir haben Die Zeit sehr genossen.
We hebben gekregen wat beloofd was via de website en zijn voor en tijdens het verblijf goed begeleid door Pavlos. De accommodatie is heel mooi maar straalt tegelijkertijd ook de Griekse oudheid uit.
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!
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans la maison. Un jardin paradisiaque avec une belle piscine bien entretenue, une maison agréable et bien équipée. La situation dans un charmant petit village situé à environ 10mn de Rethymnon. Le propriétaire et son fils sont extrêmement sympathiques , accueillants et serviables.
Merci pour tout
Wir waren im Juni 22 bei Angelis und Pavlos
Die Villa ist in Top zustand und es war richtig Entspannend dort zu wohnen.
Pool Top , Außenanlage Top, Ausstattung Top,Angelis und Pavlos sehr zuvorkommend und freundlich zu jederzeit ansprechbar und hilft sofort. Hatte dort Geburtstag und die beiden haben uns ein Lokal entpfohlen was direkt am Meer mit Blick auf Rethymnon war ....5 Sterne Restaurant einfach top. Taxi wurde bestellt von Pavlos. Unser Hund fühlte sich auch sehr wohl ,Gelände super gesichert für einen mini Malteser
Alles im allem ........Perfekter Urlaub wie man ihn sich vorstellt......wir kommen wieder.
Ganz liebe Grüße an Euch beide
Ines,Gabi,Uwe, Frank und natürlich ganz besonders von
Buffy der Prinzessin Wau Wau