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Traditional House With Pool And Great View!

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A stone building with wooden shutters, a pergola with flowers, and a pool in the background.
A stone house with a tiled roof, a stone pathway, and a garden with various plants.
A cozy room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a window with curtains.
A cozy dining area with a wooden ceiling, stone walls, and a table set with a cake and drinks.
A swimming pool with stone walls and a stone chimney, surrounded by outdoor seating and umbrellas.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Rethymno, Crete/Greece
  • Place, beach near Σφακάκι
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Ancient Eleutherna
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Platanes Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Traditional House With Pool And Great View!

Villa Gaia is a traditional stone built house, recently renovated (2008), located in a quiet area in the village Skouloufia, 18km away from Rethymno. The villa is built in one floor layout. On the exterior of the house, there is a big yard with a 25sqm swimming pool with sunchairs and umbrellas around it , a stone made barbecue and a garden. There is also a large veranda with a dining table covered by a pergola. The house has a spectacular view to the sea and the surrounding area, which the visitor can enjoy from the yard.
Ideally suitable for 5 people, there are three bedrooms in the Villa, all with view to the sea – one with double bed and terrace, one with semi-double bed and terrace and one with twin beds. A baby cot is also provided to the guests.
The house has a spacious dining and living room, traditionally decorated, with a fireplace and a smart satellite TV with a Blueray player and an open plan fully equipped kitchen. There is also one bathroom with W/C, and hydro massage bath.
All of the rooms are fully air conditioned. The combination of the air conditioning, the fireplace and the sun heating makes the house suitable for all the seasons of the year.
There are many villages with tavernas, mini markets and pharmacies nearby, as well as many historical sightseeing like the Arkadi monastery (8kms away) and the ancient Eleytherna (7kms away). The nearest beach is only 6 km away from the villa, in the village Stavromenos.
The villa's licence number from the Hellenic Tourist Organization is
1041K122K2768301.
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

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 allowed: in designated areas

Climate resilience tax (law n.5162/2024): 1)April-October: 15€/night 2) November-March: 4€/night It is paid to the house owner upon arrival

Pool: Diving isn't permitted. Parents must keep an eye on their children in the pool area.

External gate: Guests are requested to keep it closed even when they are in the house.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1243270
Property # 1054734
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Spilies Beach and Platanes Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Reptisland and Paleontological Museum. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Rethymno, Crete/Greece

What's nearby

  • beach near Σφακάκι - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Museum of Ancient Eleutherna - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Platanes Beach - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Spilies Beach - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Arkadi Monastery - 14 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Stop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ακρογιάλι (Akrogiali) - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Ciao - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Μάνταλος - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Κεντρο Ξαστερια - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Traditional House With Pool And Great View! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Traditional House With Pool And Great View!?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Traditional House With Pool And Great View! on 21 Oct 2026 start from £717, 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 Traditional House With Pool And Great View! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Traditional House With Pool And Great View!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional House With Pool And Great View!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional House With Pool And Great View!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traditional House With Pool And Great View! located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Museum of Ancient Eleutherna, Eleutherna, and Sacred Monastery of Arkadi. Reptisland and Spilies Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful house! We've had a very warm welcome by the Zacharias! The hospitality was perfect! Wonderfull location! We've had a great stay in Villa Gaia! Thank you very much Zacharias!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was absolutely beautiful, a bit more off the beaten path than we expected and we should have rented a car from the port rather than take a taxi since we couldn't get anyone to come get us the following day. But that was our mistake. We were greeted with a homemade meal and dessert, along with some complimentary fruit, wine, and other items. Very generous and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A really lovely house, in a nice quiet setting. Zach is a gracious host and I’d highly recommend Villa Gaia
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Very happy

We were so happy to
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you so much Zacharias for a relaxing 11 nights in your beautiful villa. We had the best time and from first booking the villa to leaving the villa, your kindness and helpfulness was amazing. Your villa is so peaceful and in a lovely country setting but within easy reach of local tavernas and shops. Thank you for the lovely meal, drinks etc which greated us on arrival and thank you for the kind gifts on leaving. We will definitely return. Amazing holiday in a beautiful villa
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic property

We had a lovely stay at this beautiful villa. Our host could not be more accommodating. From a lovely cooked meal for our arrival as we were late to the package of local goodies and home made cake and also booking recommended restaurant, nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely return and highly recommended if you want a peaceful vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic house.

Thank you for a fantastic stay in your beautiful house. Even though we arrived late on saturday night, we received a warm welcome from the family waiting for us. Fantastic surroundings, nice pool and an ideal house for the family who wants to explore Crete on their own.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect holiday home

Beautiful villa in a small village and extremely friendly hosts!!! We arrived late in the evening and we were greeted with a lovely cooked dinner and a cake! A bottle of wine as well and everything you may need for breakfast! We will highly recommend Villa Gaia and would love to come again!! Hildrun and family
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Really wonderful place

Thank you so much for the great hosting, we had such a fantastic time (especially thanks a lot for the nice surprise regarding the delicious meal on our first day, the cute gifts and the helpful recommendations). We loved the pool and the house offered everything we needed. Our favourite beach was only 15 minutes away by car and we really enjoyed the hiking spots (montain Psiloritis, Samaria canyon), which were also easy to get there by car. The nearest city Rethymno also was so beautiful. And a sweet highlight on top: every day we had two little guests (two lovely cats) which visited us, we fell in love with both of them.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

Great house with warm welcome

We are a family of 4 and we really did enjoyed our stay in this very well equiped house. Zacharias and his family took care about us. We felt like at home. They have prepared very nice surprises. Nice location in a quiet place, 20 minutes to Rethimnon. We recommand it to you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Villa Gaia

Very friendly welcome by the owner, with welcome local products and home cooked meal. Villa equipped with all we needed and very spacious for the two of us. Pool and garden well maintained. Garden / pool partially overlooked by nabouring villa, but otherwise very private and the other villa was not occupied the week we were there. Many welcoming local shops and taverners in the area, but not within walking distance. Also many local beaches and other places to visit within a 30 minuit drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Our week in Crete

Lovely place to stay! Comfortable, clean, well kept property. Property manager was so welcoming and helpful. On arrival there was a full, prepared meal for us, as well as home made bread! Additionally, there were all essentials such as bottled water, milk, juice, butter, and jam for breakfast the next morning. Beds and linens were excellent, and plenty of towels for the bath and pool. Pool and landscaping were lovely, and surrounding area was very scenic. We had a great stay, and suggestion from the manager led us to a few fabulous restaurants, that we would never have found on our own. Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing experience at Crete

It has been an incredible stay. The house has all the amenities one needs and more to be comfortable. It's beautiful and has great views. It's within a short distance of some beautiful and warm beaches. The hosts are some of the best I've ever encountered, incredibly friendly and helpful, always attentive to anything we might need. They welcomed us with a breakfast that saved us since our flight arrived very early. The pool is perfect for the size of the house and allows for a peaceful day without the need to go out. They recommended places to eat that made a difference in our visit to the island. I definitely recommend them 100%. Thank you for contributing to make our vacation special.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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A fantastic home from home

Zacharias met us at the villa as planned when we arrived and communicated swiftly if we had any questions within our stay. The villa has everything you need and more, the owners have thought of everything. It was spotless clean and on arrival there was a homemade cake, food for a meal, olive oil, bread, milk etc, everything you could need before going to the shops the next day. The location is rural but close enough to the main road which stretches across the North of Crete to explore. The swimming pool and views from the villa are stunning and the flowers/plants around the villa also add to making this feeling like a secluded Mediterranean destination. A car is essential, beaches are within a 15 minute car journey and many other sites to see are close by. Would definitely return as Gaia Villa is beautiful, and the hosts are very thoughtful and kind.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stunning Property

Our family stayed here for 2 weeks in August. The host meet us on arrival even though it was quite late. After a tour of the property we were presented with possibly the best welcome pack we’ve ever had at a Vrbo rental, and we’ve stayed at quite a few. A home cooked meal for us all, a home made cake, water,milk bread,wine. Inside the property was very well furnished, beds were comfortable, large dining table, 2 good sized sofas. The kitchen was well equipped, with plenty of plates and bowls, glasses and cups. Outside the property was equally well appointed with a large table and chairs, sun beds and parasols. The pool was a good size and plenty warm enough for us. Surrounding the patio and pool area were lots of well maintained shrubs covered in flowers. It is situated approximately 15 minutes drive from the cost, so a car is essential. Overall we loved it here and would love to come back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A quiet, but warmly supported villa in the Rethymno hills

The owner/managers, Zacharias and Ioannis, are wonderful hosts! They met us on arrival and brought frequent treats. They are very accessible if you have any questions. The villa is very well located, in the hills above and a bit east of Rethymno, our favorite city on Crete. The villa is close to the new Eleutherna archeological museum, the Arkadi Monastery, numerous olive oil mills and wineries, and many enchanting villages. It is quiet, but only a few minutes away from restaurants and supermarkets in Stavromenos. The villa has a fully equipped kitchen, a washer (clothes dry on a portable rack), comfortable bedrooms. Interior finishes and exterior landscaping and hardscapes are excellent. We were here in November, and so didn't use the pool. The outside patio/dining area will be very inviting during the warmer months. The internet is reliable, although the signal might be on the weak side in the bedrooms. We would certainly return here on a future visit to Crete!
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice stay in Crete

We booked the Villa Gaia during the first week of September for four people. The Villa looks exactly like shown in the pictures on the website. The landlord and his family are very nice people and were helpful the whole time. The property offers a parking space, a small garden with a pool and a veranda where you can enjoy your evenings and have a good time. The equipment of the household was great. You can reach a local Taverna within 15 minutes by foot, which is very recommendable. We had a rental car, what is necessary for activities and trips. The location is great, because you can reach the big cities like Chania and Heraklion within one hour and the beautiful city of Rethymno is just a few kilometers away. Also the next big supermarket is just a few kilometers away. You should also visit Preveli-Beach (1 hour by car) We have been there for 7 full days, which is enough to see most of the well-known spots on Crete. All in all we had a great stay in Crete and especially at Villa Gaia, which we can recommend for every type of vacationer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Impressive

Our flight landed a very late on Sunday in Chania airport. We got into the car and drove 1.5 hours to the house. Night driving in Greece is special experience but all vent very smooth, GPS was doing great job in leading us, no mistakes. All shops and restaurants were closed due to late timing but luckily for us the owner of the house (Zack) has prepared amazing food and drinks for us to make sure that no one is left hungry in his house. The house and the owner (Zack) gave very positive impression, actually the house looks much better compared to the pictures. There are 3 sleeping rooms which are all equipped with the air conditioners. Living room is big enough and its combined with the kitchen which is also equipped with the aircon unit. Kitchen has all you need including dishwasher. It’s very easy to adapt to the house from inside and outside. Outside area is nicer and bigger compared to the pictures. Outside you get the parking place, swimming pool area, big table covered by the roof and the barbeque charcoal grill. During the stay we had no issues in this lovely house. Zack is very client minded person who was very supportive and helpful. Very good job by Zack and his team in maintaining this fantastic place. Thanks for positive atmosphere and good luck in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved this cottage which had everything we needed and was beautifully kept. The outside space was private and the pool was great!Our host was very kind and even provided a meal when we arrived along with other provisions to get us started. Thank you!I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Our family had a great 11 days at Villa Gaia. The host is very laid back and easy to deal with, whilst the villa itself feels twice as big inside as the photos suggest.The kitchen is well equipped, the AC works as expected, and the pool is a decent size. The location is very peaceful indeed, but you're only 10 minutes drive from everything you could need.We'd happily stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wir hatten einen sehr schönen Urlaub auf Kreta. Das Haus war für uns als Familie mit drei Kindern (12/15/17) perfekt und wir waren sehr begeistert von der Gastfreundlichkeit. Am Anreisetag stand warmes essen für uns bereit und ein kleiner Einkauf auch. Wir würden immer wieder gerne dorthin fahren.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An ideal home in the countryside. A truly lovely stone villa with a garden and pool. We were met with food and drink when we arrived which was a nice surprise. Host was very gracious. Away from it all, but a close drive to everything. You wake up to birds singing each morning in the middle of olive fields. The pool is nice and the home is well furnished. Really everything you need for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wir sind sehr begeistert von dem Haus, dem Blick , aber vor allem auch von dem Vermieter! Super Kommunikation und ein sehr willkommener Empfang. Im Haus wurde ein selbst gebackener Kuchen , Wein , Öl, bereitgestellt und noch so einiges mehr. Es war eine komplette Mahlzeit vorbereitet und wir danken nochmals sehr herzlich für alles! Der Aufenthalt im Außenbereich ist unbezahlbar schön. Wir können einfachnur sehr gutes schreiben. Wir werden auf jeden Fall wieder herkommen. Ein riesengroßes Dankeschön an den Vermieter, der auch sofort , nach einem WLAN Ausfall , reagiert hat und alles schnell in Ordnung bringen ließ !!!! Lieben Dank für die erholsame Zeit
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Geweldig vrijstaande villa met heerlijk zwembad. Was precies zoals in de beschrijving.Kontakt met Giannis was uiterst plezierig. Konden na aankomst op Kreta er direkt in. Hij ontving ons zeer hartelijk en kwam later ook nog persoonlijk afscheid nemen.Bij aankomst stond er ook al een warme maaltijd klaar in de koelkast, lekkere souvlaki met salade en rijst gemaakt door moeder.Heerlijk zwembad met ligbedden en een fijne buitendouche erbij. S'ochtendsvroeg een duik of aan het eind van de dag na een lange wandeling.Wij hebben tijdens het gehele verblijf buiten gegeten onder de veranda, geweldig. Voor het slapen even de airco's in de slaapkamers aan, ideaal. Bedden waren voor ons prima, niet te hard/zacht.Keuken was prima met grote koel-vries combinatie. Met 5 volwassenen erg handig. Alles werkte naar behoren.Koffiezetapparaat bleek een vergiet, maar er stond al een nieuwe klaar dezelfde dag!2e week werd er nog extra schoongemaakt en bedlinnen gewisseld. Daarnaast s'avonds laat hangen voor de Smart TV, wij hadden een Chromecast mee om te streamen, het internet bleek snel genoeg .Villa ligt redelijk centraal, 20 minuten van Rethymno anderhalf uur van Chania met de auto. Stranden dichtbij. Zuidelijke stranden op ruim een uur rijden. Genoeg supermarkten in de buurt (10 minuten).Kortom een perfect verblijf met een fijne host. Echte aanrader!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Erholung pur in einem TOP Ferienhaus

Ein liebevoll und komplett ausgestattetes Ferienhaus, in dem es an nichts fehlt. Die Küche ist top ausgestattet, alles ist sauber und in hervorragendem Zustand. Die Gastgeber sind wirklich Gastgeber und keine Vermieter – perfekte Kommunikation per Mail, Handy und WhatsApp. Ein idealer Ausgangspunkt, um die Insel mit einem Mietwagen zu erkunden. Wir kommen sicher wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Zacharias Katsirakis

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What makes this property unique

The villa is built at the edge of a traditional village surrounded by olives, oaks and Cretan herbs.On the exterior of the villa there is a beautiful garden where is also the swimming pool which has a size of 25 sq m, with sun chairs and umbrellas around. Also a stone made barbecue and a nice veranda covered with a wooden pergola with beautiful views to the countryside The house is located in a very quiet place, which is still near the beach and the city of Rethymno, but also close to important sight seeings like the Arcadi Monastery and the ancient city of Eleytherna, and the museum of Ancient Eleytherna. Villa Gaia is ideal for families, couples and individuals who would like to feel the independence and the real Cretan village life.

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