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A 60 sqm salt water heated swimming pool with a safety pool alarm for children.
Outdoor area , surrounded by trees and flowers, with a pool & playground
The hot tub can accommodate up to 4 guests
There is also a ping pong table at the outdoor area
Rethymno city is located just 12km away

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102152.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Place, Spilies Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Geropotamos Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Rethimno Kart
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪86 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 (studio)

2 Twin Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Ensuite, ground floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - Ensuite, first floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 - Ensuite, first floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4 - Ensuite, studio

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Family Haven | Kids Zone, Hot Tub & Nature Getaway


Villa Joanna is approved by Greek Tourism Organisation & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".


Villa Joanna is set in the gently rolling countryside on a private 2,000 sq.m. plot, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens with colorful flowers and palm trees. The villa spans 200 sq.m. and comfortably accommodates 8 guests in four spacious en-suite bedrooms and up to 10 if needed, making it ideal for families or groups.
While enjoying the villas inviting outdoor spaces, youre just 2 km from the nearest beach and shops, and only 12 km from the charming Rethymno Old Town, offering the perfect balance of countryside living and easy access to local attractions.


Ground Floor:
-Spacious living room comfortably seating up to 10 guests, featuring:
-65" Smart TV, PlayStation 4, Bluetooth speaker, and air conditioning
-Access to a veranda with a cozy seating area, perfect for relaxing outdoors
-Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and a dining area for up to 8 people


Bedroom 1:
-Two single beds (0.90 x 2.00 m)
-En-suite bathroom with bathtub and clothes dryer
-Access to a private balcony with seating


First Floor
Bedroom 2:
-King-size bed (1.80 x 2.00 m)
-32" TV, A/C, wardrobe, and safe deposit box
-En-suite bathroom with shower
-Private balcony offering magnificent countryside views


Bedroom 3:
-King-size bed (1.80 x 2.00 m)
-32" TV, A/C, wardrobe, and safe deposit box
-Private balcony with stunning views
-Small kitchenette with two electric hobs, fridge, and sink
-Bathroom with shower and washing machine
-Separate entrance allowing independent or integrated use with Bedroom 2
Additional sleeping arrangements:
-2 extra guests can sleep on folding beds placed in Bedrooms 2 and 3


Studio (35 sq.m., autonomous unit):
-Bedroom with two single beds (0.90 x 2.00 m)
-32" TV, A/C, wardrobe, and balcony with sea view and seating area
Kitchenette equipped with: Two electric hobs, sink, fridge, microwave, and dining table for two
-En-suite bathroom with shower


Outdoor Area
-60 sq.m saltwater swimming pool with child safety alarm, which can be used upon request. The pool can be heated upon advance request, for an additional daily charge, for the entire stay, and requires at least one weeks notice.
-Childrens shallow pool adjacent to the main pool
-4-seater hot tub for ultimate relaxation
-Poolside terrace featuring: 8 sunbeds, 4 umbrellas, hammock, and outdoor shower
-Barbecue area with: Charcoal grill, sink, and outdoor dining table under shaded trees and pergola
-Expansive lawn areas with:
-Outdoor toys, a ping pong table, and a childrens playground
-Ample private parking within villa grounds


**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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Property Registration Number 1041Κ131K2602101

About the neighborhood

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in a rural area. Arkadi Monastery and Eleutherna are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rethimno Kart and Horse Park Rethymno. Traveling with kids? Consider Paleontological Museum and Reptisland. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • Spilies Beach - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Geropotamos Beach - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Rethimno Kart - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Platanes Beach - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Horse Park Rethymno - 12 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Σπίτι του Πολιού (Poliou House) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Ciao - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Stop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Creta Royal Lounge Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zeno Lobby Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Haven | Kids Zone, Hot Tub & Nature Getaway have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Haven | Kids Zone, Hot Tub & Nature Getaway?

As of Apr 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Haven | Kids Zone, Hot Tub & Nature Getaway on Apr 29, 2026 start from $401, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Family Haven | Kids Zone, Hot Tub & Nature Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Haven | Kids Zone, Hot Tub & Nature Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Haven | Kids Zone, Hot Tub & Nature Getaway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Haven | Kids Zone, Hot Tub & Nature Getaway located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Spilies Beach, Rethimno Kart, and Geropotamos Beach. Platanes Beach and Sfagia Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Youssef S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villa with great location

Really great accomodation. Nice ans clean villa. We was a familly of 10 person's staying in the villa and had a great time. The children ans the adults loved it
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin c.

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Great Villa and location

Excellent
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

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Excellent Villa !!!

The property exceeded our expectations very comfortable and spacious to accommodate our family of 8. The villa owner and management were extremely friendly and helpful, before and during our stay. Would highly recommend and hope to re-visit again.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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Wonderful!

This property was truly magical. We loved having our own pool and the road out front was very quiet. The owner and the property management company were so hospitable. We had a fantastic stay at the Villa Joanna and would gladly return for another.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mrs N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal Get Away

Facilities & venue catered for everyones needs & more. Lots of space for adults to relax & kids of various ages to be occupied. Lovely location, amazing views & sunsets to treasure. Close to main town, local villages & range of beaches for activities, swimming or snorkling. Thank you to the hosts, who were on hand to help with a couple of queries along the way & give group of 9 a fantastic holiday
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ros M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow! Amazing holiday and fabulous service

We were originally booked to go to Spain but the UK travel restrictions forced us to book a new holiday 2 weeks before. We were surprised we found such a fab looking villa at short notice. The booking process was very simple and confirmed immediately.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property.

Only negatives was that the washer and dryer on a separate floors. Also there were no English channels available on the TV. Make sure Joanna shows you how to operate the HC, the TV, the washer/dryer and the stove top.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful Villa

Loved the villa, although we had some distressing new from back home it was extremely comforting to be in such a lovely villa, we didn’t need to go out as everything was there down to the smallest detail. So hospitable with all the little things they had given us from hand wash in the bathroom and plenty of toilet rolls to washing liquid for the washing machine even coals and lighting blocks for the barbecue . The pool was fantastic it was just the right temperature as I do not like cold pools! Plenty of outdoor space for children they have thought of everything!! The only downside was that there was no direct access to the pool from the house you had to go out the front door and around the back to the pool but at least you get some exercise. I would love to go back. Thank you for letting us stay in your home.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Astrid P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

absolut empfehlenswert

Sehr schönes Ferienhaus, sehr schöner Garten. Kommunikation völlig problemlos. Nur zu empfehlen
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Großartige Villa

Super Haus mit schönem, sehr gepflegten Grundstück und einem tollen Pool! Wir wurden sehr herzlich empfangen und der Kontakt lief reibungslos.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alain R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour parfait

Nous avons passé 15 jours très agréables dans la villa (conforme aux explications et photos données). Nous avons été bien aidés pour organiser nos activités quand nous avons fait appel à Etouri Customer Support. Il n’y a que du positif à retirer de cette location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

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Wundervoll!

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in der Villa Joanna sehr genossen. Joanna nahm uns zur Schlüsselübergabe in Empfang und gab uns eine Führung durch das Objekt. Ein kleines Willkommenspräsent (u.a. Raki, Wein, frische Pfirsiche aus dem Garten) hatte sie auch bereitgestellt. Sie war jederzeit erreichbar, wenn wir Fragen oder Probleme hatten. VIELEN DANK FÜR ALLES! Wichtig zu wissen ist, dass man zwingend einen Mietwagen braucht, denn fußläufig ist hier nicht wirklich was zu erreichen.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kirill M.

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Toller Familienurlaub über Pfingsten

Wir hatten die "Villa Joanna" Ende Mai bis Anfang Juni für 2 Wochen gebucht. Das Wetter war nicht zu überbieten und wir hatten 14 Tage etwa 28 Grad, ausschließlich blauen Himmel und keinen einzigen Regentag. Von der 1. Kontaktaufnahme bis zur Abreise hat alles hervorragend geklappt und war perfekt organisiert. Sowohl der verantwortliche Manager (Kostas) von etouri, als auch die Besitzerin Joanna, waren immer freundlich und erreichbar, gaben schnell Antworten auf unsere Fragen und standen sowohl vor dem Aufenthalt für klärende Fragen, als auch während des Aufenthalts zu unserer Verfügung. Die Villa ist einfach traumhaft und bietet genug Platz für 3-4 Parteien. Wir waren anfangs 3 Familien (5 Erw. + 4 Kinder) und hatten genug Platz, in der 2. Woche nur noch 2 Familien. Jedes Zimmer hat ein eigenes Bad, eine eigene Terrasse und ist klimatisiert. Für 2 Familien war die Villa gefühlt fast zu groß - Luxusprobleme ;-) Ein weiterer Pluspunkt ist, dass die Villa alle 3 Tage gereinigt wird, Bettlaken und Hand-/Badetücher getauscht werden. Das gesamte Anwesen wirkt sehr gepflegt und sauber - täglich kommt jemand um den Außenbereich zu begutachten und den Pool zu reinigen. Wir hatten die Poolheizung gebucht und waren letztendlich froh, da sich die Kinder (Alter: 3 bis 5 Jahre) aufgrund der Wassertemperatur von ca. 27-28 Grad sehr wohl gefühlt haben und kaum aus dem Wasser zu bekommen waren. Hervorzuheben ist auch der Concierge-Service von etouri von 8 - 21 Uhr, welcher direkt über das Telefon im Haus angerufen werden kann und hilfreiche Tipps geben kann, Reservierungen für Restaurants vornimmt, Taxen bestellt etc. Die Küche ist gut ausgestattet, dass man hin und wieder auch etwas kochen kann, mittags Sandwiches zubereiten kann und sauberes Trinkqasser aus der Filteranlage bekommt. Der Grillplatz unten am Pool ist schön um den Abend ausklingen zu lassen. Hier wäre noch ein kleiner Kühlschrank von Vorteil ;-) Ein Highlight ist die große Terrasse (ca. 30 qm) oben im 1. OG mit Blick aufs Meer und der Möglichkeit die Sonnenuntergänge zu beobachten. Vielen Dank für alles! Fazit: Klare Empfehlung!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Frans V.

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Mei vakantie villa Joanna

Woning zag er op plaatje erg goed uit en geeft voldoende ruimte voor kleine kinderen zonder dat je erg bang hoeft te zijn dat ze in het water vallen
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Julia V.

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Villa Joanna - very enjoyable trip

We had a such a great time in the Villa Joanna in Mid October. When the sun was shining, we and especially the kids enjoyed the pool (which we heated) and outdoor playground a lot. Also the outdoor barbecue area is very nice! The location of the villa is also very good as there were plenty of things do within a 30min drive during cloudy days. Ioanna and the Etouri Team were very friendly and every request was addressed and solved quickly on the same day (we initially had some issues with the pool heating and hot water). Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf F.

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Einfach gut und empfehlenswert.

Optimal
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eveline B.

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Kreta 2021

Der Urlaub war Super Das Haus, Garten und Pool waren auch super. Wir würden sehr gerne noch einmal dort Urlaub machen. Leider ist mein Englisch nicht gut und musste meine großen Tochter immer zum übersetzen einbeziehen was ich sehr schade finde. Ansonsten war es ein tolles Haus es war alles da und mehr super. Liebe Grüße aus Berlin Frau Baczynski
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander B.

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Villa Joanna June 2021

Great location, great house, great people.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Filia T.

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Super schöner Familien Urlaub in einem kleinen Paradies

Meine Familie und ich stammen aus Kreta und wir wollten mal auf einer anderen Ecke von Kreta Urlaub machen. Villa Joanna war der perfekte Ort dafür. Sehr ruhig gelegen. Top Ausstattung. Ideale Nähe ins Zentrum von Rethymno. Die Anlage ist super schön wie ein kleines Paradies. Der Pool ist super schön und lädt zum Entspannen ein - auch der Kinderpool ist top und perfekt für den Urlaub mit Kindern. Alles war super sauber. Ein Aufenthalt in der Villa Joanna ist absolut zu empfehlen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jana F.

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Urlaub mit Freunden

Der Aufenthalt in der Villa Joanna im September 2020 hat alle unsere Erwartungen , die wir seit einem Jahr seit dem wir die Villa gebucht hatten voll erfüllt . Die Villa war wirklich super schön, die Kommunikation mit allen Verantwortlichen hat auch im Vorfeld super geklappt, trotz der schwierigen Situation in der wir zur Zeit leider alle leben müssen - besonders zu erwähnen sind Kostas und Joanna , die alle unsere Fragen umgehend zu jeder Tageszeit beantwortet haben . Also Fazit unserer Reise : Jederzeit wieder
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

uwe s.

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spitze!!!

wir waren 10 tage in der villa joanna. es war von anfang bis ende einfach nur schön!!! vielen dank-uwe.s und familie
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

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Great holiday

A perfect spacious villa for our family holiday. All facilities were great, with highchair and children's play area fantastic for 1 year old. The kitchen area and equipment was superb. All rooms were great size with a beautiful outside bbq area with several seating areas around the villa. I would highly recommend this villa to anybody wanting to visit Crete, especially those who have small children. A car is definitely essential as you need to drive to supermarkets and shops. There is a Lidl nearby, around 10-15 minutes away which was great!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

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Large house with great pool

We traveled with 3 adults and 2 children and this house was perfect (was due to have 2 more adults travelling) - the pool area was stand out for the children with a paddling pool as well as the main pool which was always nice and warm. The house is a short drive to the main highway and then onto any attractions and beaches. Unfortunately there is no shops/cafes etc in walking distance. Overall we had a great stay and the house was very clean, large and owners easy to contact.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

harshna c.

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A fantastic villa!

Our stay at Villa Joanna was simply amazing. The Villa was very well equipped with great facilities. As we had a 3 generation holiday, it was important for us to have plenty of space for grandparents as well as the children. The garden and pool area was particularly special with lots of entertainment for the children. The pool was a great size and depth enabling the adults to swim as well as the children being able to play and swim safely. The owner checked us in when we arrived and very kindly arranged for an initial grocery order so we had a stocked fridge to get us started! The service from etouri (the rental company) was the best we’ve ever experienced on holiday. Etouri checked in on us frequently, suggesting places to go and things to do. They arranged a complimentary visit to Baja Beach club for the day which was excellent (this included access to all facilities, 7 sun beds, complimentary bottle of Prosecco, soft drinks and a fruit platter). Etouri also arranged the best deep tissue massages we’ve ever had with a masseuse who came to the Villa. The Villa was cleaned every 3 days with a change of towels and sheets. The pool was cleaned every other day too. We will definitely recommend this Villa and we will ourselves be returning again at some point soon. A beautiful island with great food and so much to do and see.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Edwin v.

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Zo perfect

Ongelofelijk wat een mooi huis en wat een service. Bij aankomst verwelkomt en de koelkast gevuld met de eerste benodigdheden . Alles is er van kruiden tot koffiefilters. Alle keuken apparatuur van koudwatermachine tot blender. Elke dag word het zwembad schoongemaakt voor je wakker word. Halverwege de week schone handdoeken. Echt een grote verwennerij. Zeker een aanrader👍👍👍👍👍*****
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Kostas Vasilakis

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Etouri Vacation Rental Management, founded in 2012 by Kostas Vasilakis, manages over 290 handpicked villas across Crete and is expanding into other iconic Greek destinations, including Athens. Our unwavering commitment to strict villa quality control and exceptional, personalized service has earned us awards for excellence in vacation rentals and concierge services in both 2024 and 2025.

Let us help you create lifelong memories in Greece!

What makes this property unique


The unique benefits of Villa Joanna are:
- It offers great spacious outdoor areas with full privacy which include a large swimming pool with safety alarm, childrens swimming pool and one organised barbecue area with dinning table!
- The location of the villa is excellent as it offers quick access to the beach which is 2 km away, urban areas and the national road which you can use in order to explore Crete.
- Having a separate independent studio from the main house is giving you the advantage of more privacy between your own group.
- The hospitality of the owner who is going to be there for you at any time in order to help or give you advices.


MANAGED BY ETOURI which means:

- We organised the villa down to every detail and check it annually.
- Quick booking process and support in every step of your holidays.
- A personal holiday advisor at your disposal for holiday organisation (free concierge service before and during stay).
- Assistance in booking services and excursions.
- Pre arrival service with detailed information of the area of the villa.


FUTHERMORE,
The house has been recently renovated providing high standards of accommodation. It offers great outdoor areas which include a large ecological heated swimming pool, childrens swimming pool, barbecue and numerous parking places. Finally, the location of the villa is excellent as it offers quick access to the beach, urban areas and the national road which you can use in order to explore Crete.

Languages:

English, Greek

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