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Villa With Unique Design and sea View, 5.5 km From the Beach!

Escape to a tranquil haven where you can unwind by your private pool or explore scenic hiking routes nearby. Savor local flavors at traditional taverns just 3 km away.

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

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

Villa With Unique Design and sea View, 5.5 km From the Beach!


Villa Hara is approved by the Greek Tourism Organization with license number: 1041K92003023201 & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".

Built on an elevated spot at the village of Agia Triada, just 9 km away from the renaissance city of Rethymno, Villa Hara offers breathtaking views of the sea and Psiloritis Mountain. Set in an area of magnificent natural beauty, surrounded by gardens of pretty flowering shrubs and fruit trees, Villa Hara is also conveniently located close to shops for your everyday needs.


Villa Hara brings a traditional home feeling to your holidays, with its Cretan character, decorated in a rustic manner with traditional furniture. Built in, 2006 and renovated in 2012, the property consists of 2 buildings on two different levels -a 120 sq.m. main house and a 50 sq. m. separate studio- and can accommodate 8 people in beds and up to 9 people if needed in its 4 bedrooms.


Layout


Autonomous Studio
The autonomous studio on the first floor has its own private entrance and hosts the first bedroom. This bedroom features a Queen-size bed (1,60 x 2,00) which can be formed into two single beds upon request (0,80 x 2,00) and an en-suite bathroom with a shower cabin. Additionally, the studio features its own lounge with a fireplace, as well as a kitchenette. Finally, the studio offers direct access to the pool terrace.


Main House
The main house features a living room, a kitchen, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. The living area boasts an open fireplace, a 55 smart TV, as well as direct access to the garden.


The kitchen is fully equipped with kitchenware and home appliances as well as a dining table comfortably seating up to 8 guests. Each of the 3 ground-floor bedrooms offers a double bed, individually controlled A/C, closet & direct access to the garden. One of the bedrooms enjoys an en-suite bathroom with a hydromassage cabin, while the remaining two bedrooms share a bathroom with a bathtub, a washer/dryer, and a hair dryer.


Bedroom 2: This bedroom features a Queen-size bed (1,60 x 2,00) which can be formed into two single beds upon request (0,80 x 2,00), and an ensuite bathroom with a stand-up shower. This bedroom also features a self-controlled A/C, a closet, and direct access to the pool area.



Bedroom 3: This bedroom features a Queen-size bed (1,60 x 2,00), a self-controlled A/C, a closet, and direct access to the pool area.


Bedroom 4: This bedroom features a Queen-size bed (1,60 x 2,00), a self-controlled A/C, a closet, and direct access to the pool area.
These two bedrooms share a bathroom with a bathtub, and a washer and dryer



Outdoor Area


The outdoor area of Villa Hara expands 4,000m and offers breathtaking views of the sea and natural landscape.
More specifically the outdoor facilities include:
- A 20 m2 private swimming pool, 1,60 m. deep. The pool area is equipped with sun beds, side tables, a poolside shower, and umbrellas.
- A built-in barbecue facility. Adjacent to the BBQ area is a 6-seater dining table.
- ?utdoor sitting and dining areas next to the pool under the shade of a pergola.
- A playground for your little ones to enjoy all the fun!


- A spacious garden with an area for kids to play and a playground spot next to the pool.
- Parking space for 2 cars outside the Villa.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE AREA

Villa Hara is located on a hill next to "Agia Triada" village, a small village with quietness which is ideal for relaxing, and for almost all kind of vacations. You can stay close to the villa and enjoy the calmness of the area, the panoramic views and one of the best beaches in Crete or you can take advantage of the villas central location and explore our amazing island!

In the village of Agia Triada you will only find a small traditional tavern that you will love! Moreover the bigger villages "Pigi" and "Adele" where you can find all kind of shops, supermarkets, bakeries and several taverns are only 3 km away!

About 6 km away from the villa you will also find the well known tourist area of "Platanias" with many organised beaches, night clubs, big market and restaurants!

Given the location there are also numerous attractive hiking and cycling routes.

Please see below where the closest amenities can be found.

-Closest beach: 5.5 km (Adelianos Kampos Beach)

-Mini market: 3 km

-Super market: 5 km

-Bakery: 3.8 km

-Butcher: 3.7 km

-Fresh fish: 7.7 km

-Pharmacy: 3.8 km

-Tavern or restaurant: 3.5 km (You have many more choices for restaurants and tavernas within a short distance away)

-Heraklion Airport: 83.2 km

-Chania Airport: 78.5 km


**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at EUR15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.

Property manager

Kostas Vasilakis

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Sun loungers

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme parks 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1830 sq ft (170 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 1041K92003023201

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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Villa Unique Design sea View 5 km Beach Rethymno
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Villa With Unique Design sea View 5 km From the Beach!

About the neighborhood

Map
Rethymno, Rethymno

What's nearby

  • Rethimno Kart - 7 min drive
  • Platanes Beach - 12 min drive
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 14 min drive
  • Fortezza Castle - 14 min drive
  • Town Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paprica - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paraplous - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Greco - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ακρογιάλι - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Eva Bay Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa With Unique Design and sea View, 5.5 km From the Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa With Unique Design and sea View, 5.5 km From the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa With Unique Design and sea View, 5.5 km From the Beach!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa With Unique Design and sea View, 5.5 km From the Beach! located?

This family-friendly Rethymno villa is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Platanes Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rethimno Kart and Blue Beach. Town Beach and Mili Gorge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Villa With Unique Design and sea View, 5.5 km From the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andreas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa hara
Hervorragende Villa, sehr nette Gastgeber, nur zu empfehlen
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Sven G.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Unterkunft mit Defiziten
Die Unterkunft ist eigentlich ganz schön, nur leider hat es an allen Ecken und Enden an Sauberkeit gefehlt(z.B. Schimmel an den Kühlschrankgummis, Haare und benutze Ohrstöpsel unter dem Bett, Bodenfliesen krümelig und Fleckig, Geschirr komplett dreckig), zudem ist es doch schon sehr abgewohnt. Wer den Kinderbereich nutzen möchte, sollte nicht allzu größe Erwartungen haben, bei uns war es komplett zugemüllt und auch mit kaputten liegen Liegen vollgestellt. Es kam uns vor als würde dort jemand leben und hat nur das Haus für uns geräumt, vermutlich die Eigentümer selbst. Wir haben beim Einzug erstmal eine Grundreinigung selbst machen müssen, da erst am nächsten Tag der Eigentümer kam und sich dem Problem annehmen wollte. Nach langer Diskussion haben wir einen kleinen Anteil unseren Geldes zurück bekommen, in unseren Augen viel zu wenig. Wer hier her kommt, braucht auf jeden Fall ein Auto oder muss zumindest sportlich sehr fit sein (z.T. sehr steile und steinige Wege). Wir würden diese Unterkunft nicht nochmal mieten. Positiv ist die schöne Aussicht von der Terasse zu erwähnen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chiara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Toller Aufenthalt mit super Blick
Es war alles super! Wir konnten bereits früher in die Finca und der Besitzer hat uns sehr herzlich empfangen und uns alles gezeigt. Der Besitzer hat uns auch viele Tips gegeben. Sehr schöne Finca!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dina C., Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fallen in love with Crete
We had such a wonderful time at Villa Hara. It felt authentic, charming, the grounds were beautiful and the panoramic views amazing! Owners Giannis and his wife were easy to reach and provided excellent recommendations for places to visit and restaurants too. They had the kitchen well stocked with necessities and even Raki available, which was fun to drink. Kostas is a great host, quick to respond to my queries. I would truly love to return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Osterurlaub
Wir waren die ersten Mieter in der Saison. Das Haus ist sehr schön, vor allem der obere Teil inklusive dem tollen Pool und der Terrasse mit atemberaubendem Blick. Das Haus ist etwas anders als auf den Bildern dargestellt und der Teil im Erdgeschoss sehr hellhörig. Der Gastgeber ist echt ein Schatz, super hilfsbereit und hat wunderbare Tipps. Danke hierfür Giannis!!!! Auch der Kontakt mit der Agentur verlief absolut komplkationslos und sehr zuverlässig.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Basti Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein Traum - mit Megablick
Einfach nur zu empfehlen. Tolles Haus mit atemberaubender Aussicht und Weitsicht auf das Meer und das Hinterland von Rethymno. Zimmer etwas anders wie auf den Bildern, aber völlig in Ordnung. Am besten ist aber der Kontakt zum Eigentümer - den Mehrwert den er bringt kann man sich gar nicht anderweitig holen. Er kümmert sich um alles, sorgt sich und koordiniert auch die Reinigungsdienste alle 2-3 Tage. Zudem kann man sich auf seine Tipps in Bezug auf Restaurants, Strände undundund 1-1 verlassen. Giannis, DANKE!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
A lovely villa with delightful atmosphere. Gréât pool deck, well equipped kitchen, charming and generous host with lots of local amenities like supermarkets selling local produce, tavernas etc. We had a fabulous relaxed holiday and would recommend the villa but would point out it is not on one level and there some stairs so not suitable for visitors with more severe handicaps.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Urlaub
Ruhige Lage, super Ausblick, zwei Etagen, Pool oben mit risiger Terasse, Obergeschoss ideal für selbstständige Jugendliche oder für ein Liebesnest für Erwachsene, zwei kleinere Nachbarhäuser direkt nebenan, die Farbe des Hauses und der Holzfenster in der zweiten Etage stimmt nicht mehr mit den Fotos überein, Fenster leider in grau gestrichen, der Rest zum Teil in weis
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marion U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wunderschöner, erholsamer Urlaub, leider viel zu kurz
wir hatten unsere Eltern dabei, da ist es mit dem Nebenhaus optimal. Der Hausherr ist ein Traum, da wird ein jeder Wunsch erfüllt.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Tim V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schöner Badeurlaub auf Creta
Wir hatten einen super Aufenthalt in der Villa Hara. Die Villa ist sauber, gepflegt und mit allem ausgestattet was man benötigt. Die täglichen Einkaufsmöglichkeiten wie Supermarkt, Metzger, Bäcker sind in 5 min mit dem Auto zu erreichen. Der Besitzer der Villa ist sehr zuvorkommend und freundlich. Die An und Abreise hat ohne Probleme funktioniert. Das einzige was uns etwas gestört hat, was aber nichts mit der Villa zu tun hat sind die Zikaden die den ganzen Tag laut zirpen. Das ist aber auf ganz Creta so.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sabine H.

Wonderful holiday
We stayed for one week at Villa Hara and liked it a lot. It such a nice place with enough space for everyone (7 people). All the things you need are there and if you need some information the host gives it to you - accompanied by some lovely food as well. The Villa was clean when we arrived and was cleaned in between as well, as was the pool on the wonderful terrasse. Etouri also stayed in contact to check if everything was ok. It is a good feeling to have someone to turn to if there occurres a problem, which wasn't the case. We can recommend the Villa to erveryone looking for an individual holiday in Crete.

6/10 Okay

sebastien B., Lille

1 week in villa hara
Nice place close beauty village and crazy nice beach (Baja). The owner is very kind. The house could be perfect with few easy modification. The dish washer doesn't work correctly, shower equipment is destroyed in the high part of the house. The biggest problem is the external ventilation of wc equipment. Not enough high, it brings very bad smell in terrasse and sometimes in bedrooms. There is also an awfull smell in the kitchen, in the place to store glasses... It is pity because the house is very nice. With a little review, it could be perfect. Mr Boucher
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Beautiful and spacious private Villa hillsides above Rethymnon.
Very nice and very well maintained Villa in the hills a few kilometers above Rethymnon. Beautiful private property in a flourishing garden setting providing lots of space for 8 people still providing individual privacy. Certainly a highlight is the very wide roof top terrace with its magnificent view across the shoreline and the mountains. The private pool is large enough for an easy refreshment. The house is fully equipped with everything a family needs for the daily life and even the fridge is equipped with the first need to haves upon your arrival. The entire arrangement lets you feel like coming home and is far away from typical apartment or hotel operation. In the proximity you will find typical greek tavernes and shopping facilities (i.e. organic food in highest quality) hence you should have car available during your stay. The location is perfect for all excursions across West Crete, many attractions, beaches even on the south coast are within easy range. The host which life nearby are very kind an sophisticated people which really give you good advice and ideas for your daily activities. We have been out with them 2 or 3 times and it was always a pleasure to get a deeper insight into the local lifestyle of west Crete and the Rethymnon area. We definitely came as foreigners and left as friends.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

richard f.

Vacances magnifiques à la villa Hara
Nous avions choisi cette villa avec des amis pour sa proximité de Rethymno et les différents coins ombragés de la terrasse et du jardin. Nous avons été enchantés par la villa et le studio très bien équipés, par la beauté du jardin, de la vue et la terrasse agréable à toutes heures de la journée et de la nuit. Yannis le propriétaire et Xrisa sont adorables, attentifs et très généreux, ils nous ont fait découvrir hors de sentiers touristiques, des plages et endroits de la Crète magnifiques ainsi que les meilleurs tavernes et restaurants. C'était notre troisième séjour en Crète et le plus merveilleux !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

ALAIN B.

Tres belle et confortable demeure . Propriétaires très acceuillants !
Très bel emplacement avec vue splendide sur mer et campagne . Propriétaires très accueillants et attentifs . Demeure parfaitement équipée permettant un séjour confortable dans un secteur géographique aux multiples activités .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra L., Danmark

Absolutely best Cretan vacation
The house is very tastefully decorated and very spacious. The surroundings are beautiful and it's very calm - the best place to relax and yet so close to Rethymno. And the view is to die for! We absolutely loved the roof top terrace next to the pool - nothing better to sit under the canopy with a nice drink and watch the sun set. But the best is Yannis, the owner, who went out of his way to make this trip memorable. He would even act as our guide to show us things that we would never have seen other wise. We have been almost all over Crete, but this place is something very special and we can highly recommend Hara Villa!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Ideal summer cottage for individual travelling
As seen in the pictures the Villa Hara is situated quiet in beautiful countryside in a small village not far from Rethymnon. The view from the terrace is magnificent, the pool clean and well maintained. The towels and sheets are changed twice a week and the house cleaned - what a service! The house is furnished individually and lovingly with pictures of Greek artists and a touch of nostalgia. Meanwhile in the kitchen there is standing a dining table (other than in the pictures). There are good shopping facilities in the village of Pigi only about one kilometer away (food store, butcher, bakery, nice little tavern). Car hire is essential. The location is ideal for activities between Chania, Heraklion and the south of the island. Jannis, the helpful and friendly owner can give you good tips. And should- against expectation - there would be any problems a regional manager is available (we didn't have WLAN the first days). We felt very comfortable and would have stayed longer in this beautiful island.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

George C., Seattle, WA

Wonderful family holiday
Villa Hara was an amazing place for our extended family (7 + 1) vacation. We spent 8 days there and wished for more. The property is located on a hill (near the town of Agia Triada) with a spectacular view of the sea. The larger town of Rethymno is 10 km away. The villa is decorated inside and outside with much attention to detail. It is spacious with four bedrooms downstairs and another bedroom in an apartment upstairs, next to the pool. All room have air conditioned. Downstairs is a large sitting room next to the dining table and the kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped while the apartment upstairs has a small kitchenette (sink, small fridge & stove.) Next to the pool there is a larger deck with a wonderful view of the sea and of the surrounding hills. We spent a couple of nights there watching the shooting stars. The driveway has enough space to easily fit three cars. The owner lives next door and was very friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome. He showed us around, gave us advice on restaurants and beaches to visit. He went out of way to bring fresh eggs and pastries for our little boy. Overall we had a wonderful vacation and staying at Villa Hara had a lot to do with that. We enjoyed our stay tremendously and will definitely stay in the villa again should we come back to Crete.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jon W., Manchester, United Kingdom

Review of Villa Hara Crete
Description on web site accurate regarding location, layout and facilities - although wi-fi was not available during our stay (due to an internet problem in the area). The property was very clean and well presented / maintained. The pool is approx 4 x 5m and 1.4m deep. The owner met us at the villa and was very helpful. He even took us on a guided tour of the local area which was very much appreciated. I woud certainly recommend this property for those interested in a quiet relaxing holiday. Those interested in a walking holiday would certainly benefit from this villa as a base. However, a car is essential as the nearest shops are approx 3km away and Rethynmon - with it's restaurants, shops and bars is 9km away. We had a lovely time and would like to return.