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New beautiful artistic villa! 1km to the beach!

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A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the city at dusk.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, TV, and a fireplace.
An outdoor pool area with seating and a sunset view.
A spacious living area with a dining table, sofa, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large dining table, and blue chairs.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.

Popular amenities

  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Self-parking available
  • Free internet

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Gerani
  • Place, beach near Gerani
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Crete
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Rethymnon Venetian Port
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Rethymno

Gerani, a neighbourhood in Rethymno, is home to this villa. 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. Paleontological Museum and Art of Living Glass Factory are also worth visiting.
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Gerani

What's nearby

  • beach near Gerani - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Crete - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Fortezza Castle - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Town Beach - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 14 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪To Stsvrodromi Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Castaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunset - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pit Stop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Secret Gorge - Restaurant & Wine Tasting Experience - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does New beautiful artistic villa! 1km to the beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is New beautiful artistic villa! 1km to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at New beautiful artistic villa! 1km to the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at New beautiful artistic villa! 1km to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New beautiful artistic villa! 1km to the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is New beautiful artistic villa! 1km to the beach! located?

Located in Gerani, this villa is within 6 miles (10 km) of Petres Beach, Episkopi Beach and Rethymnon Court House. University of Crete and Valide Sultana Mosque are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very pleasant week at Villa Emma! Everything was great and the contact with agent was perfect. Great with walking distance to super markets, bakery and restaurants. Nice music from conserts in village reached the villa by night!Best beach 10 minutes from villa by car - Episkopi Beach!We really recommend this villa for families looking for a nice and relaxing holiday!/Two swedish families with 4 teenagers
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely feedback! We're truly delighted to hear that you had such a pleasant week at Villa Emma and that everything met your expectations. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the convenient location, the local music atmosphere, and the beautiful Episkopi Beach nearby. We're especially happy to know that both families, including your teenagers, had a relaxing and enjoyable stay. You're always welcome back for another peaceful getaway – warm regards from all of us! Muses Travel Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful two-week stay at the villa, enjoying a perfect mix of lazy days by the pool and exploring local beaches and sights with our rental car. The villa itself was spacious, spotless, and offered plenty of privacy, making it an ideal family retreat.A short walk took us into the nearby village, which felt authentically local and featured well-stocked supermarkets, a charming bakery, and a great selection of restaurants. Just a short drive away, we found a beautiful long sandy beach lined with small, welcoming tavernas—perfect for relaxing afternoons.Overall, it was a peaceful and memorable holiday, and we’d happily return.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience. We are delighted to hear that the villa offered the comfort, privacy, and space you were looking for, and that you enjoyed exploring both the village and the nearby beaches. It’s always rewarding to know that our guests can relax and at the same time discover the local life around them. We would be very happy to welcome you back for another peaceful holiday in the future. Warm Muses regards, The Muses Travel Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great villa with all Equipment you need

+ nice villa, good sevice, welcome presents, - during the night works a pump to water the garden. For us it was to loud to sleep.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2024
Thank you very much for your kind review Wiegand. It was a pleasure having you as our guest. I am glad to confirm that after further reviewing your comment on the pump, we have now resolved this issue . Thnak you for your kind cooperation and taking the time to share more on your recent experience. We wish you all the best, Muses Travel Team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We stayed here for one week with 4 children (8,12,15,16) and we really enjoyed it. Easy arrival, easy communication, the pool is great - the house is beautiful and spacoius, and located in a lovely and cute little village. We ate 2 times at the restaurant in town, Staras and they were very friendly and nice food. You need a car to get around, and there are many great beaches nearby. I can really recommend this beautiful and lovely house. We also drove to Lake Kourna a few times and had so much fun. BR Tanja Graven, DK
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much Tanja for such a lovely review. It was a pleasure having you! All the best, Muses Travel Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Even better than the photos!

A fantastic villa with plenty of space for the family. Great having two reception rooms to allow for quiet reading and movies! Pool was too cold to swim at this time of year but a lovely outside space anyway. We ate out every day - sadly Staras was closed but the other taverna did good basic Greek food. Lovely restaurants in Rethymno and further afield. Evmorfia was very helpful. A great central location to visit Crete from!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such an amazing stay at Villa Emma. The property has everything you need to make your stay enjoyable and easy. We are 2 family's of four and it is spacious enough for all to enjoy time together or a quiet moment to yourself. The hosts are great at keeping you up to date with anything you need to know and offering services should you wish to use them. We had the pleasure of booking massages to the villa, this was a great treat of the women of the group. Defo a must!! The local village has everything you need, supermarket, butcher and bakery. All which are fantastic. The local tavernas are great also. We would definitely recommend and will hopefully return soon. Such a fantastic holiday
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2026
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such an amazing stay at Villa Emma and that the villa provided the perfect space for both relaxing together and enjoying some quiet time. It’s lovely to hear that you enjoyed the local village, the tavernas, and the little conveniences nearby. Thank you for your kind words about our hosting and communication. It was a real pleasure looking after your group, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We would be delighted to welcome you all back to Crete for another fantastic holiday! Warm regards, Muses Travel Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely location but you need a car

I’ve just returned from an amazing stay at Villa Emma. The property is spacious and well furnished with a really nice pool. I would really recommend having a car while you are there. The “walkable” beach is a pebble beach and not that great for swimming. Episkopi beach is much nicer but is a drive away. The village of Gerani which is walkable is vibrant with nice restaurants, bars, coffee shops and a bakery plus a couple of supermarkets which were well stocked. Rethymno town which is fully of restaurants, bars, etc. is a great day out but is also a drive away. All in all we had a lovely holiday and would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schöne Villa in super Lage, sauber und mit tollem Service
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re truly glad to hear that you enjoyed the villa, its wonderful location, and our service. It was a real pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back to Crete again soon. Muses regards, The Muses Travel Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Huoneisto oli tilava, laadukas, mukava ja sijainti oli upea. Makuuhuoneissa oli ilmastointi ja sängyt olivat mukavia. Geranin kylä oli viehättävä ja paikalliset ravintolat (ja leipomo!) fantastisia. Seutu oli rauhallista. Huvilalta on myös lyhyt matka National Roadille ja sitä pitkin esim. Rethymnoniin. Uima-allas oli sopivan kokoinen ja allas-alue miellyttävä. Palaisin tänne milloin vain!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for this beautiful review, we truly appreciate it! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the comfort and calm of the villa, the charm of Gerani village, and those local treasures (yes, the bakery is a favorite of ours too!). It's great to know that the location worked well for you and that you found the pool and outdoor area relaxing. It would be an absolute pleasure to welcome you back anytime and we truly hope you do return "in a heartbeat"! Warmest regards from Crete, The Muses Travel Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Parfait

Accueil professionnel et convivial dans une somptueuse villa nichée en haut d’un charmant village à quelques encablures de Rethymnon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2025
Thank you very much for your amazing review Loic! We look forward to welcome you back! All the best, Muses Travel Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Der Service war einfach erstklassig – besser geht es wirklich kaum! Die Villa liegt in einem idyllischen Dorf, das mit seinem Charme und den wunderschönen Tavernen zum Verweilen einlädt. Wer Erholung in authentischer Umgebung sucht und gleichzeitig Wert auf exzellenten Service legt, ist hier genau richtig. Absolute Empfehlung!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sehr schönes Ferienhaus

ein sehr toller Service
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2025
Thank you very much for your kind words and for choosing our brand-new villa for your stay. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our service and location. We are committed to providing all our guests with a high-quality experience, and it is wonderful to know that we met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back whenever your travels bring you to Rethymno again! Kind regards, Elizabeth Muses Travel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Villa Emma au top

Située dans le vilage de Gerani, cette maison est spacieuse et bien équipée. Nous avons passé un tres agreable sejour.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ihana huvila

Huvila oli todella mukava, tilava ja siisti, paljon rappusia joten ei ihan huonojalkaisille, ihana piha ja allas alue. Sisäänkirjautuminen ja viestittely omistajan ja assistentin kanssa sujui loistavasti. Huvila on aika korkealla josta hienot näkymät merelle ja kylään, ravintolat ja kauppa kävelymatkan päässä. Helppo liikkua taksilla esim. Rethymnoniin. Suosittelemme huvilaa, aivan loistava paikka lomailuun
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Urlaub in Kreta Gerani

Sehr schönes Haus wir hatten viel Platz ,super war der Pool unser kinder haben hatten viel spaß. Wir konnten jederzeit Kontakt mit der Vermieterin aufnehmen wenn wir fragen hatten und sie hat immer versucht zu helfen. Sauberes und sehr schönes Haus gerne wieder. Vielen Dank Evmorfia Tzagkara
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2023
Thank you very much for your lovely review Peter. It was a pleasure hosting you and you are more than welcome to come back anytime in the future! All the best, Muses Travel Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Séjour de rêve !

Tout a été parfait, merci Théo pour l'accueil et la gentillesse, merci d'avoir répondu si vite à nos questions. A bientôt j'espère
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2023
Thank you very much Eva for such a lovely review! It will be our pleasure to host you again anytime in our villa! All the best, on behalf of Muses Travel Team, Theo
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Sehr schöne Villa

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen und sind sehr zufrieden gewesen. Auf Grund der Lage wird auf jeden Fall ein Auto benötigt. Das einzige Manko ist die Dusche im kleinen Bad, diese ist ohne Duschtür/Vorhang, somit ist nach jedem duschen das komplette Bad inkl. Tiolette total nass.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

een geweldige vakantie met grote kinderen

We werden heel hartelijk ontvangen door de gastvrouw. Zij heeft het hele huis laten zien en veel informatie gegeven over wat er in de omgeving te zien is. We waren met 5 kinderen in de leeftijd van 17 tot 25 jaar. Zij hebben zich enorm geamuseerd met het zwembad. De bedden waren prima. Fijn dat er na 3 dagen werd gepoetst en de bedden verschoond en schone handdoeken neergelegd. Het hele huis was goed schoon. We hebben een fijne vakantie gehad.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing villa!

The villa was gorgeous! It was so spacious and nicely decorated. The pictures don't do justice to it - it's even better in nature. The pool area and the yard were nice! There are lots of deck chairs for sunbathing, but also sunshades if you want to stay in the shadows. There is sea view from the balcony - a perfect place to eat breakfast, dinner etc! I recommend to have a car, so you can easily visit in Gerani and other places in Crete. Evmorfia is really nice and she gave all useful information about Crete and places worth to visit. She can also help to organize things you want to do, for example cruises. We had some problems during our stay (not with the villa) and she was really really helpful with them too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Stunning Villa, quiet location

We are a family of five with 3 teenagers, 14-16 years of age. On arrival into Chania Airport we called Ellen who kindly met us off the motorway at Gerani and guided us to the villa, she gave us a tour of the villa and provided us with some delicious treats. The villa is absolutely stunning, very spacious and well furnished throughout, beautiful views from every angle, kitchen is well equipped, it could benefit from some BBQ utensils and small saucepans however we did manage without. The village is traditional and very quiet, it has 2 basic supermarkets within 10 mins walking distance, however if you travel 3-4 miles towards Rethymno you will find a very well stocked Lidl. We enjoyed fantastic food at Staras restaurant on three occasions and found another on our last night called Meraklis, this restaurant is more basic and casual but the service and the food was also fantastic and half the price of Staras. This villa would suit couples, groups and families with small children, however our teenagers did get bored due to the location, we would definitely return again minus the kids 😁
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Villa with everything you need

Great stay for our family. The hostess was gracious to accommodate our late arrival and left delicious treats for us to eat that evening. The pool was a hit with the kids and provided hours of playtime for them.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2023
Hi Alexis, Thank you very for your nice comments! Its true that we do our very best, be responsive to all different kind of requests all our guests may have...Be professional and at the same time warm and hospitable you all our guests! Thank you once again I look forward to see you in your future trips. Best Regards, Evmorfia
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Even better than the photos

7 of us stayed here for 4nights to celebrate our 30th birthdays and we loved it! The villa is so spacious, the pictures didn't do it justice, the views were stunning and the little village was lovely, so traditionally greek! We were out of season so only 2tavernas of the 4 were open and we ate all our meals at 'Meraklis' the owner was lovely, food delicious and I dont think we paid more than €15pp for alot of food and wine each meal! The walk to the sea is about 20mins down hill and the shuttle bus from outside the supermarket in the village runs to Rethymnon every 2hours starting at 8am and from there you can also get a coach to Chania. Ezmorvia was really helpful and arranged our transfers from Heraklion airport which was about an hour away and less than €40 each return and she met us at the property and gave us a tour. We all loved the villa and area, if you're looking for a chilled out holiday in a traditional greek area it's perfect.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2023
Hi Sam, Thank you very Samantha for your review and your nice words. We look forward to see you again in the future in one of our villas. Best Regards, Evmorfia
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Traumurlaub auf Kreta

Wir haben 10Tage in dieser Traumhaften Villa verbracht und der Service ist wirklich überragend. An einem Tag wurde für uns gekocht und die Sauberkeit wurde hier sehr groß geschrieben. Die Agentur bietet auch einen Top Service an und man merkt das ihnen wichtig ist, dass die Gäste sich wohlfühlen.Jeder Zeit würden wir diese Villa nochmal mieten und sie weiterempfehlen.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2023
Thank you very much Lukas for your nice words! Its really important for us to know that you enjoyed your stay and the services we provide to you! We look forward to seeing you again in one of our villas! Regards, Evmorfia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2024
Thank you for your great review Barbara!
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