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Modern Countryside Villa with Private pool, spectacular view, peaceful location

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A large estate with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and coffee maker.
A swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A dining area with a table set for two, a fireplace, and a sofa.
A villa with a swimming pool, a patio area, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Πρινές, Κρήτη
  • Place, beach near Gerani
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Crete
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Rethymnon Town Hall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Modern Countryside Villa with Private pool, spectacular view, peaceful location

A most attractive 3 bedroomed villa, situated in some 2 acres of unspoilt countryside, just 6km inland from Rethymno. Villa Aphrodite is a separate and isolated villa surrounded by old olive groves, oak trees and is reached via a winding country lane and then a long private drive. The living area of the villa is on one level and the interiors are simple, fresh and modern in style. The interior of the villa is open plan with pretty matching sofas, satellite TV, DVD, a Playstation 3, dining table and a well-equipped kitchen. There are three bathrooms (one is en suite in the main bedroom and it is suitable for people with special needs).There is also a third bathroom which is equipped with a Shower/WC. The entrance has pretty flower beds, twin patios and comfortable garden furniture. The garden is suitable for young kids since there is a small playground. There is ample outside dining area for those meals al-fresco and the brick build barbecue compliments this area. Stone steps lead down into the gardens, to a 40sqm swimming pool with children's pool and the raised pool terraces are equipped with sunbeds and sun umbrellas. The villa was renovated in 2015 and it is suitable for people with special needs.
There are a few local shops and tavernas in Prines where you can enjoy traditional meals. A car is essential.

Changeover day is flexible. The villa must be vacated by 11:30 am on departure day but can be flexible if available. Arrivals at 4pm.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1041Κ123K2584301
Property # 1850152
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 Prines, a neighbourhood in Rethymno, this villa is in a rural area. Port of Rethymnon and Rethymnon Venetian Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Municipal Garden and Rethymnon Municipal Garden. 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/biking trails nearby.
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Πρινές, Κρήτη

What's nearby

  • beach near Gerani - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • University of Crete - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Rethymnon Cathedral - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Fortezza Castle - 10 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪To Stsvrodromi Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sunset - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Secret Gorge - Restaurant & Wine Tasting Experience - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Le Jardin - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bikakis street food & café - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Modern Countryside Villa with Private pool, spectacular view, peaceful location have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Modern Countryside Villa with Private pool, spectacular view, peaceful location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Countryside Villa with Private pool, spectacular view, peaceful location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Modern Countryside Villa with Private pool, spectacular view, peaceful location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Countryside Villa with Private pool, spectacular view, peaceful location located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of University of Crete, Paleontological Museum, and Petres Beach. Episkopi Beach and Blue Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just wonderful in every way! Stella and family couldnt have been more attentive when needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Villa

Beautiful villa, owners were brilliant, a lovely welcome package which was extremely handy as our flight was delayed and didn't arrive at the villa until 1am. Full house clean and new sheets twice during our stay. We had a wonderful time. Car is recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2025
Dear Kate, thank you very much for you nice comments concerning our hospitality. You are wonderful guests too. We hope to see you again soon. Stella
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10/10 Excellent

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great

great
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb!

We couldnt have had a better experience! Stella and her fabulous family went over and above to make sure we had a great time, from making sure basic supplies were in the property (which were really appreciated after travelling for many hours and arriving very late), to helping us find a wheelchair accessibile restaurant and making a reservation for us, small gifts and considerate cleaning mid week! Thank you, we'll be back!cleaning late), t
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay!

We are a small family of 5 from Sevenoaks in the UK. Aphrodite is a lovely private villa on a large plot with great views, clean rooms and great pool. Stella and family were excellent hosts (lovely Muzaka and other provisions!). A mid-week clean of villa was also unexpected treat. We liked the table tennis, pool and swing sofa. The pool was just warm enough for us (we came at the end of May). Nice sunsets. Car hire essential as it is a 5 min drive up a gravel road. LIDL was about 10 mins drive. Restaurants in Rethymno were great (we parked at the Venetian port for 3.5 euros). Thank you Stella and family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Above and beyond

From start to finish this holiday rates as one of our best. The communication between the owners and our selves was second to none We had a late flight and when we arrived at 11pm there was a hot meal of Mousaka waiting for us which smelled and tasted absolutely delicious thank you Roula. The Villa is a traditional Greek style home and is well equipped with everything we needed to make our stay perfect. The BBQ area was brilliant, however the local restaurants were extremely excellent value for amazing Cretan dishes with lovely staff which made eating out a joy. The villa was cleaned three times during our stay of two weeks and the pool was cleaned every day. It is a family run Villa by Stella, Roula, George and Demitri who were all lovely people Will definitely stay again
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Villa

When we were looking for a property in this area we picked Villa Aphrodite based on the reviews so it's only fair to leave ours. Everything about our stay was amazing. We were a group of 6, 5 adults and an older teen. The property suited us well and had super outdoor space with a great view. There is a good sized BBQ area which was perfect for the evenings. Communication with Stella was excellent and we met her brother George a couple of times who couldn't have been more helpful. The villa is amazingly clean and even though we were only there for a week it was cleaned halfway through. The family couldn't have been any friendlier or more helpful and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend a stay here. I can't finish without mentioning the wonderful moussake on arrival - thank you so much Roula. Hope to stay here again one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place, great hospitalitty, great rurrounding

We came in the morning. The host was waiting for us to welcome us and the fridge was filled . Moussaka made by host was there for the evening. The house has plenty of room. On every sleeping room is a terras. You can sit in the shadow if you want. The house was so clean and halfway the week the whole house was cleaned and when we opened the fridge in the evening there where some delicious sweets. We stayed with a little child from 1 and a things what is necceseraly for him was there. Beautifull swimmingpool( everyday cleaned). When we can we come back there. Thank you hosts for this lovely week
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hosts and amazing Villa

Having previously done hotel holidays I was slightly nervous about booking a villa instead. I shouldn’t have been. Villa Aphrodite is amazing, it was so clean and all the little touches were lovely. The outside space was also amazing and plenty of space for the family group. The small children's play area was also a huge benefit when travelling with a toddler. They had laid the rooms out perfectly for the requirements for our group. The Hosts were amazing and so helpful from booking through to helping book a restaurant and taxis as I couldn’t get through. Any questions were answered and nothing was too much trouble for them. The moussaka they had made for us when we arrived was delicious. We did walk down to the local town one night for dinner, this took about 20-25 minutes (with children). Not an easy walk back up but manageable and could have got a taxi. Definitely try out Gallera restaurant mentioned in the welcome details. It is a drive away (about 20minutes in car) and was amazing and delicious. But ultimately the Villa was amazing and the hosts even more so. The visitors book echo’s our comments and is full for notes from happy guests. We would not hesitate to recommend this Villa to everyone and hope that one day we may be able to return Thank you Stella and all your family for helping make our family holiday amazing xxx
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2022
Dear Gill and family, Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are grateful to you. We are glad to hear that you had a nice time at our villa. We will be happy to see you again in the future! Stella xx
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10/10 Excellent

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Aufenthalt total genossen! Alles wie beschrieben!

Wir haben uns während unseres 14tägigen Aufenthaltes sehr wohl gefühlt. Alles war wie im Inserat und auf den Bildern beschrieben. Die Kommunikation lief problemlos. Wir konnten die Wohnung am Anreisetag tatsächlich schon ab 11 Uhr nutzen. Es wurde einmal wöchentlich gründlich gereinigt, Bettwäsche und Handtücher ausgetauscht. Der Pool wurde täglich gereinigt. Zusätzlich haben wir mehrfach kleine Aufmerksamkeiten erhalten. Vielen Dank an Stella und deren Familie. Wir können die Villa Aphrodite nur weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Super Aufenthalt

Das Haus ist schön gelegen auf dem Hügel vor Rethymno und bietet alles was das Herz begehrt. Bei Ankunft bekamen wir ein hausgemachtes Moussake und ahch sonst war die Gastgeberin super! Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Toller, entspannter Urlaub

Das Haus ist einfach schön. Unsere Gastgeberfamilie war überaus freundlich, immer für uns ansprechbar und hat sich sehr gekümmert. Toller Service!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Wundervoll

Wir hatten einen bezaubernden Aufenthalt in der Villa Aphrodite. Das Haus ist wirklich sehr hübsch. Stella und ihre Familie sind wirklich sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Es wurde in den 11 Tagen zweimal Grundgereinigt. Uns hat nichts gefehlt. Danke nochmal für alles.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Großzüge schöne Villa mit Pool

Die Angaben von FeWo-direkt waren exakt und zutreffend. Die eingestellten Bilder entsprechen den tatsächlichen Gegebenheiten. Der Kontakt mit den Vermietern war problemlos und in jeder Beziehung sehr freundlich und äußerst zuvorkommend. Die sehr großzügige Villa war absolut sauber und gepflegt, es hat an nichts gefehlt. Die Übergabe bei An- und Abreise war vollkommen problemlos und sehr freundlich. Zwischenreinigung mit Wäschewechsel erfolgte nach Absprache. Die Vermieterin Stella war sehr freundlich und absolut zuvorkommend. Zusammen mit ihren Eltern und ihrem Bruder war ständig jemand erreichbar. Der Pool wurde mehrfach in den frühen Morgenstunden vom Vater oder Bruder gereinigt und gewartet. Trotz sehr herbstlichen Wetterbedingungen Mitte Oktober war der Aufenthalt sehr schön und empfehlenswert. Vielen Dank an die Gastgeber, die uns auch mit der Erstversorgung an Lebensmitteln bei der Anreise und einem leckeren Essen und Kuchen überrascht haben. Wir hatten die Villa mit 4 erwachsenen Personen gemietet.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Wunderschönes Fleckchen Erde zum erholen und Sonne tanken - Amazing Place

Die Villa liegt Abseits von allem Trubel, was besonders in der heutigen Zeit ein riesen Pluspunkt ist. Durch die Lage ist man den ganzen Tag von Sonne umgeben und kann die Urlaubszeit in der tollen Pool- und Gartenlandschaft genießen. Die Anlage ist im gesamten super gepflegt und bietet alles was man für den täglichen Bedarf benötigt. Stella ist ebenfalls eine wunderbare Gastgeberin, wir haben uns selten an einem Ort so gut aufgehoben gefühlt. Allein die kleine Überraschung bei unserer Ankunft hätten wir so nicht erwartet. An dieser Stelle nochmals vielen Dank für das leckere Moussaka!!! Wir waren für 10 Tage dort und waren am Abreisetage traurig, die Villa verlassen zu müssen. Wenn es sich einrichten lässt, kommen wir garantiert wieder!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Hier stimmt alles

Fantastisches Haus in absoluter Alleinlage. Es fehlt an nichts. Der Kontakt zu den Vermietern war hervorragend und gleichzeitig sehr unaufdringlich. Der Pool und das ganze Haus waren sehr sauber. Wir machen seit 20 Jahren Urlaub in Ferienhäusern. Es gibt nur eine Bewetung: Perfekt. Vielen Dank und hoffentlich bis bald.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely stay

Very quiet location about a mile outside of the nearest village with a small shop and a few food options. Walkable if you don't mind the hill on the way back. Owner was very attentive and eager to help. Villa was clean and nicely equipped. Also came with some useful food bits already (and a homemade meal on arrival - but let them know if you're vege!). Quick tip: If you're following a satnav, make sure it's taking you through Atsipopoulo and not vertically though Prines - especially when coming from the West.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2020
Dear Martin, Thank you very much for your nice comments concerning our villa and our hospitality too. You are also a great person. It was nice to meet you. We hope to see you again in the future. Kind regards, Stella and family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sehr zu empfehlen...

tolle Ferienwohnung, beeindruckend auch die behindertengerechte Ausstattung, sauberer Pool, gemütliche Grillecke, Tischtennisplatte, und Fitnessgeräte nutzbar, supernette Vermieter-immer erreichbar, Ruhe und Erholung pur, kinderfreundlich, jederzeit wieder!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Dear Katrin, Thank you very much for your nice comments concerning our hospitality and our villa Aphrodite. You are really wonderful! We are looking forward to meeting you next summer. Best regards from all of us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Traumhafte großzüge Villa mit tollen Ausblick.

Vermieter waren sehr sehr freundlich und entgegenkommend. Sofort wieder !!! Traumhafter Aufenthalt !!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Für Familien ideal

Der Empfang war sehr herzlich und man bekam gleich Tipps, was man alles in der Gegend erleben kann. Zu den Stränden oder der Stadt musst man nur ca. 10 Minuten fahren. Das Haus ist wie auf den Bildern und man dort richtig entspannen und genießen. Der Pool ist sehr sauber und wird täglich geputzt. Ideal ist das Kinderbecken. Die Betreuung ist super. Wir haben unseren 2 wöchigen Urlaub mit 2 Familien sehr genossen und das Haus ist nur zum empfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Feel like home

Right as we arrived we got a warm welcome from the whole family. The first impression from the property was amazing, in total clean, comfortable and well furnished like the kitchen. Some extras like a "welcome package", some nice surpises for the kids and local culinary specialities we discovered, "you cannot ask for more" to enjoy the holidays. And all of the family was there for us whenever something was needed. If you searching for a quied and spaciouly laid out place to spend your holiday, this is defintely a recommendation!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Dear Thomas, Thank you very much for your wonderful comments concerning your stay at our villa. We do our best to make our guests feel at home and relax during their holidays. It was our pleasure to meet your lovely family. We hope to see you again soon! Greetings to all of you! Stella
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paradise in Prines

We had a wonderful time in Crete and truly enjoyed our stay at Villa Aphrodite! We have rented many houses but Stella and her family were by far the best hosts we have encountered! Their gracious giving of Cretan food which were delicious the house was well equipped with food to get us started and the house itself was comfortable and immaculate! We can’t say enough good things about our stay . It was truly paradise!!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Villa, even better hosts!

My wife, daughter and I have just returned from a fabulous stay at Villa Aphrodite. Our flight from Dublin to Chania arrived late meaning we didn’t get to the Villa until midnight. Waiting for us on the kitchen table was home made moussaka, fresh bread and Easter treats. The fridge was also stocked with wine, beer, water and milk. Throughout the stay Stella and her family were the most wonderful of hosts. On a rare cloudy day our daughter was brought a new cuddly toy and doll to play with. On Easter Sunday one of the most important days in the Greek Family calendar the family came out of their way to bring some of their traditional roast lamb. They could not do more to make our stay anymore memorable. The Villa itself is a sanctuary. Located high in the village of Prines, you feel a world away from the hustle of day to day life. We had the most relaxing stay and since our return we having been telling all our family and friends about are most relaxing and enjoyable family holiday. We will be back in the near future! Many Thanks to Stella and her family
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Dear Conor and family, It was our pleasure to meet you. Thank you very much for your wonderful comments concerning our hospitality. It was the least we could do for you. We feel very happy and satisfied that you appreciated what we did for you during your stay. You were wonderful guets too! We hope to meet you again in the near future! Stella and family xxx
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A fantastic and amazing villa

I would recommend this villa to anyone thinking of booking it! We arrived to a wonderful homemade Moussaka which was delicious and was looked after so well by Stella and her family. They were never intrusive but on hand to make sure anything that was required was there for us. The villa itself is beautiful, spotlessly clean and set out in such fantastic grounds. We were looking forward to a well deserved break and I feel like we got more than we expected from booking Villa Aphrodite. Amazing memories. Thank you Stella & Family
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A perfect place to spend hollidays in Crete

Privacy, quietness, comfort, beautifull surroundings, great view, very nice swimming pool. The house is very well located to discover and enjoy what Crete has to offer visitors during their hollidays. The very friendly family, owning the house, prepared us a nice welcome and made sure that everything was impeccable during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

About the host

Hosted by Stella Sofoulaki

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I am an English teacher and the manager of two villas - Villa Artemis and Villa Aphrodite- in Prines village (Rethymno). Me and my family have run this business since 2003. We do our best to make our guests feel at home and satisfy their needs. All of us try hard to make our guests' holidays unforgettable!

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English, Greek

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