Located in Rethymno, this villa is by the sea. Historical and Folk Art Museum of Rethymnon and Erofili Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Rethymnon and Rethymnon Venetian Port.
Late Minoan Cemetery at Armenoi - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
University of Crete - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
Fortezza Castle - 13 min drive - 6.9 km
Town Beach - 14 min drive - 8.0 km
Rethymnon Venetian Port - 14 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 75 min drive
Restaurants
To Stsvrodromi Restaurant - 15 min drive
Barrio - 12 min drive
Cafe Le Jardin - 12 min drive
Τα Σουβλάκια του Γαγάνη - 11 min drive
Bikakis street food & café - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Villa Sonata - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Sonata - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10?
As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Sonata - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10 on 1 May 2027 start from £1,530, 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.
How much is parking at Villa Sonata - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Sonata - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Sonata - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa Sonata - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10 located?
This family-friendly Rethymno villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Late Minoan Cemetery at Armenoi and University of Crete. Paleontological Museum and Blue Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The villa was amazing. The communication from Katerina was excellent, even before we arrived Katerina made contact to make introductions. We arrived to a well stocked fridge of food and wine, which was a lovely touch. A lot of thought has gone in to the villa to make our stay a comfortable and memorable one. The rooms are spacious with air conditioning and balconies to sit out on, and the villa was spotless. The outside seating area was perfect for our family of 9 to gather around for dinner, with stunning views. The pool was cleaned every few days, but we were not disturbed at all. Villa Sonata is very remote and peaceful, which was just what we were looking for. It is a 15 minute drive to Rethymno, with plenty of shops and supermarkets for self catering, but also plenty of places to eat out. The kitchen was also well equipped. We would definitely recommend this villa and would book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
12 Dec 2023
We enjoyed our time by the pool and the amazing panoramic views. Really good restaurants and bars...
We enjoyed our time by the pool and the amazing panoramic views. Really good restaurants and bars are only a few minutes drive away. The location was great for exploring Crete a bit and we will definitely be back to get to all the other parts we missed.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
16 Nov 2023
All perfect !The villa was spotless, modern, with everything youll need for a pleasant holiday. A...
All perfect !The villa was spotless, modern, with everything youll need for a pleasant holiday. Also a wonderful pool! It was clean and a great size with plenty of space around.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
16 Nov 2023
The villa is just perfect, situated in a very beautiful area The swimming pool was a great featur...
The villa is just perfect, situated in a very beautiful area The swimming pool was a great feature and we spent many days relaxing around it and enjoying the villas beautiful panoramic views!! Thank you!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
12 Dec 2023
Its a beautiful villa, with plenty of room and a well-designed layout. The swimming pool was so g...
Its a beautiful villa, with plenty of room and a well-designed layout. The swimming pool was so good.The views are fantastic, the Villa is very well-equipped and our vacation was amazing. The beaches are phenomenal, even. We had a great time here, and we will definitely be back!! xx
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
1 Dec 2023
The kitchen has all the utensils that you could need. The outside area is so stunning and peacefu...
The kitchen has all the utensils that you could need. The outside area is so stunning and peaceful. This was our first time in Crete, and I strongly recommend it. We will be back next year again!!
It was our first time in Crete and a bit of a last minute booking. The Villa is fantastic. Spacious, modern and extremely well equipped. You’d be hard pressed to think of something you need and not find it! The hosts are the kindest loveliest people ever. They greeted us with a fridge full of food, including wine and beer! We were so surprised and delighted. On our last day, they even dropped off a little gift for the three of us. We loved everything about this villa. So much space, excellent views with so many amazing outdoor seating areas. We made fantastic memories here that will stay with us forever. Thank you Katerina and family for a wonderful holiday x
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alicia B.
11 Jun 2024
Villa Sonata is amazing. We spent a week at the villa in May 2024. The hosts greeted us upon arri...
Villa Sonata is amazing. We spent a week at the villa in May 2024. The hosts greeted us upon arrival. The Villa is the most well stocked villa ever, the welcome pack was enough to last us more than a few days! There are shower towels, beach towels and hand towels provided for all guests. The villa was cleaned and towels/ bedding changed mid stay, which was a lovely treat. The hosts were so attentive and kind, nothing at all was a trouble for them. The villa was spotlessly clean, the beds and sofas were so comfortable. The villa has so much outdoor seating you are spoiled for choice for little nooks and places to sit and relax. A car is essential at Villa Sonata, but the beautiful old town of Rethymo is only a fifteen minute drive away. There is a lush bakery in the next village, a lidl ten minutes away and a gorgeous beach in plakias (recommended by the Villa owners) a 30 minute drive away. We loved our stay here and will definitely come back. Thank you so much for a relaxing lovely week in Villa Sonata.
Villa Sonata, located in the village of Somata, is a beautiful spacious home in the hills above the city of Rethymno, an hour and fifteen minutes from Chania airport. Beautiful sandy beaches on the northern coast are a short drive, about half an hour, and wilder, rocky beaches on the southern coast are also only a half hour drive. The house was perfect for our family vacation, which included cousins and grandparents. The house was immaculate. It has five comfortable bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor kitchen and grill, pool, and a small jungle-gym for kids. There was even a crib and highchair for the baby. Katerina and Manolis were lovely and generous hosts. We arrived to a stocked refrigerator and pantry, which was very much appreciated after a long travel day with kids. Manolis kept the pool clean during our stay and fresh sheets and towels were provided in the middle of the week. A local taverna, Christos, is an easy 5 minute drive and also delivers. The hosts were quick to reply to our questions and offer suggestions for beaches, shopping and local attractions. Villa Sonata is a perfect getaway. We were very sad to leave and hope we will return again. Soon!
Maison très bien équipée, un peu éloignée de Rethymnon (accès un peu escarpé). Belles prestations, maison très propre et agréable. Salle de gym peu utilisable. Support des propriétaires efficace et immédiat.
Unterkunft war genau wie auf den Bildern. Küche war voll ausgestattet und bei Ankunft war der Kühlschrank gut gefüllt. Die Einrichtung war neuwertig und die Betten waren schön bequem. Der gepflegte und große Pool war ein echtes Highlight. Vielen Dank an die netten Vermieter die immer erreichbar waren und mit Rat und Tat zu Verfügung standen .
Vielen Dank und wir kommen gerne wieder.