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Family Beachfront Villa w/Private Pool & Play Area

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A coastal property with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky shoreline.
A playground with a swing set and a climbing structure, surrounded by flowering plants and a view of the sea.
A paved patio with a gate, a wooden pergola, and a view of the sea.
A two-story building with a stone-paved courtyard, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A white building with a garden, a pathway, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.8 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 ā€” beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Place, beach near Petres
    ā€Ŗ5 min walkā€¬
  • Place, Petres Beach
    ā€Ŗ12 min walkā€¬
  • Place, Episkopi Beach
    ā€Ŗ17 min walkā€¬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided Ā· Bathtub or shower Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only Ā· Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided Ā· Bathtub or shower Ā· Bathtub Ā· Toilet Ā· Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided Ā· Bathtub or shower Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only Ā· Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Towels provided Ā· Bathtub or shower Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only Ā· Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Towels provided Ā· Bathtub or shower Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only Ā· Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Ancient Lappa and Great Gate are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Rethymnon and Rethymnon Venetian Port. Travelling with kids? Consider Paleontological Museum and Art of Living Glass Factory. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • beach near Petres - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Petres Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Episkopi Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Crete - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 17 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖTo Stsvrodromi Restaurant - ā€¬11 min drive
  • ā€ŖCastaway - ā€¬10 min walk
  • ā€ŖPit Stop - ā€¬3 min walk
  • ā€ŖThe Secret Gorge - Restaurant & Wine Tasting Experience - ā€¬6 min drive
  • ā€ŖFoodoulis - ā€¬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Beachfront Villa w/Private Pool & Play Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Family Beachfront Villa w/Private Pool & Play Area pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family Beachfront Villa w/Private Pool & Play Area?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Family Beachfront Villa w/Private Pool & Play Area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Beachfront Villa w/Private Pool & Play Area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Beachfront Villa w/Private Pool & Play Area located?

This family-friendly Rethymno villa is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Petres Beach and Episkopi Beach. Paleontological Museum and Georgioupolis Beach are also within 9 miles (15 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. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Katerina was a great one to choose, pretty much as per the photos, very comfortable . Villa & pool well maintained and we all spent alot of time in & around the pool. Could catch bus into Rethymno or to Chania , or arrange a taxi for pick up. Our host was very helpful & available to ask questions. Recommend this villa as as excellent for a group or families
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2026
Thank you, Karen, for your lovely review! Weā€™re delighted you enjoyed Villa Katerina, the pool, and our hospitality. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back! Best regards, CreteVillas4u Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful stay at the villa, very spacious with beautiful grounds and swimming pool. Really is a magical and relaxing villa. We were a family of 6 adults and 3 children and there was plenty of space with 2 doubles and 2 singles on the first floor and 3/4 self contained apartments on the ground floor. There are numerous terraces and seating areas so you can always find sun or shade whatever time of day. The Peteos and team were amazing and ensured we had everything we needed and communication was perfect. Having the sea a 1 minute walk from the villa was a real treat. There are 3 tavernas within a 5 minute walk and a super market a 5 minute drive away.We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2026
Thank you, Julian, for your fantastic review! Weā€™re delighted your family enjoyed the spacious villa, beautiful grounds, and convenient location by the sea. Weā€™ll be sure to share your kind words with Petros and the team, and we look forward to welcoming you back! Best regards, CreteVillas4u Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our large family really enjoyed Villa Katerina. It was very accommodating with lots of space for gathering as well as personal/quiet space. The views are as good as it gets, really from anywhere on the property. We spent a lot of time out back near the pool area but also did quite a bit of snorkeling and the beach/cove area was great for that. There were plenty of options within a few minutes walking distance for food and drink as well as views. It is right next to Mimiā€™s Taverna which had great food, views, but most of all, the staff was very welcoming and warm. Grocery options very close as well, 6-7 minute drive. Petro was very responsive and welcoming. He along with Katerina were kind and gracious hosts and we would absolutely come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2026
Dear Broc, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted that you and your family enjoyed Villa Katerina, the amazing views, the pool area, and the beautiful surroundings. We truly appreciate your kind words and we would be very happy to welcome you back again! Kind regards, Cretevillas4u Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

This home is immaculately maintained by a family that will host you as if you were their family too. It is spacious and you will find everything you would ever want or need in your own home. The pool is huge and the grounds and gardens are so beautifully maintained that you will think you are in paradise. There is a private beach you can swim at also. You cannot ask for a better, more inviting home to have your family reunion or get together at!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Cretevillas4u team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful family vacation

We all had a wonderful time on our family vacation. The house was very comfortable and clean. The outdoor spaces of this villa are beautiful beyond words. The owners of the home were very nice and welcoming! Katrina even gifted us a few of her pictures which she painted. There are three tavernas within walking distance. They were also awesome! We definitely recommend this experience! Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. We hope to have the chance to host you again in one of our villas in the future. Best, Cretevillas4u team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get together

We couldnā€™t have found a better spot and will definitely return. The house and grounds are spacious, with many lovely areas to seat the whole group.We loved the bbq area and seating and the big balcony has stunning views over the sea and mountains. The beach was clean with crystal clear water and we had other beaches within walking distance. There are three tavernas within a five minute walk along a rarely used side road. We were concerned that the proximity to the main road might be sn issue, but it couldnā€™t be heard inside the property abd it actually made access to shops and the airports very straightforward.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2022
Hello Dawn and thank you for your kind comments. We are more than happy for your review and the fact that the whole experience was delightful. We try our best and we are glad that you enjoyed our services. We are looking forward to welcome you back again in Crete. Best, Cretevillas4u team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely villa near Rethymno

A clean modern villa overlooking the sea with plenty of space in the large grounds to relax, swim in the pool or barbecue in the outside kitchen. A few metres from the gardens is a short path to a small pebble beach with crystal clear water to swim and snorkel. The villa is separated into one large apartment in the first floor and three smaller ones at ground level with direct access to the garden pool and sea! There is a road behind and not far the villa but you canā€™t hear the traffic from the front at all and it was not a problem - it also meant an easy drive to the beautiful town of Rethymno, though there are at three great restaurants within easy walking distance. Katerina and her family were lovely and ensured we were very well looked after. A great place, great value and stunning views!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2021
Hello Andrew and thank you for choosing Cretevillas4u for your holidays. We are glad that your expectations met and you enjoyed your stay at this modern villa, just few meters away from the closest beach. The house is overlooking the sea and has plenty of space to relax. The main point also, as you mentioned, is that the villa is close to restaurants and Rethymno city. Thank you again for your kind words, we looking forward to welcome you back again in Crete. Best, Cretevillas4u team.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Villa Katerina in Crete as a group of 12 and overall had a great holiday. Weā€™d rate it 4/5.The biggest selling point is without a doubt the view, it is absolutely stunning and completely made our stay. The outdoor space and pool were fantastic, and we spent most of our time there. The nearby beach cove was great fun, and the location was ideal, with Lidl just 10 minutes away and plenty of restaurants and beach clubs within walking distance.A special mention to Petros, the villa manager, who was friendly, attentive and always quick to help.The villa was generally clean and had everything we needed, but the interior is looking tired and would benefit from some TLC. There were peeling bed headboards, peeling paint, cracks and possible damp marks on some walls. Some bedding had stains, the blankets felt dated, and the mattresses were hit and miss. The kitchen was also quite small for 12 people. The sunbeds were uncomfortable, and although cushions were provided after we mentioned it, they didnā€™t make much difference.Overall, we really enjoyed our stay thanks to the incredible views, great location and excellent service from Petros. With a modest refresh to the interior and furnishings, this villa could easily be exceptional. Weā€™d happily return if those improvements were made.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2026
Dear Lara, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed the stunning views, the outdoor area, the location, and Petrosā€™ hospitality. We truly appreciate your kind words about his service. We also appreciate your constructive comments. We have already informed the owner about your observations so they can be taken into consideration for future improvements. We would be happy to welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards, Cretevillas4u Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning

Offered everything we were looking for! Walking distance to many tavernas, lots of outdoor gathering spaces, 3 apts (2 beds each) and a main house with 4 more bedrooms provided opportunities to recharge energy for introverts. Pool and grounds amazing, and only a few feet to an incredible private beach cove. Management is superiorā€”responsive and flexible! Helped us arrange grocery delivery before we arrived, a spectacular Chef created dinner on site, even charcoal provided for the outdoor kitchen. 7 min to large grocery store but definitely away from it all. We had 13 people ranging from 4-79 years, and everyone was thrilled. Imagine! Katerina has a special place here and has created something beautiful to share! Thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2024
Thank you Lexi for your kind words. We're truly happy you had a nice stay. We hope to have the chance to host you again in one of our properties in the future. Best, Cretevillas4u team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Crystal clear water and sea view!

Excellent stay for three families and grandparents. Three small apartments on ground floor (one double bedone single bed per appartment, one also with sofa bed). Two doubles and two singles on first floor. All rooms with air condition.The small (rocky) beach right below the house has amazingly clear waters, and the pool was great for our kids (7-11 years.). Only 100m to a great taverna (Mimiā€™s). Also near a really nice sandy beach with a beach bar/restaurant.From first floor, the ocean view is amazing, and we ate on the terrass several nights, at sunset. And the garden is beautifully kept.Only a few and minor ā€complaintsā€. The family kitchen on the first floor is on the smaller side, and there is no fridge next to bbq area (a bit of a hassle to run up and down to fetch cold beverages). Also you need a car to get to a grocery store. But overall a wonderful stay, including hospitality from Petros and Katerina, and the two very cute ā€houseā€ cats (loved by the kids).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2025
Thank you for you lovely review, Anna. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Cretevillas4u team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Die AuƟenanlagen sind wunderschƶn und groƟ. Alles ist sehr gepflegt. Der Zugang zum Meer ist spitze. Das Personal ist freundlich. Alles ist sehr sauber. Gerne wieder!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2026
Vielen Dank, Markus, fĆ¼r Ihre tolle Bewertung! Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder begrĆ¼ĆŸen zu dĆ¼rfen! Beste GrĆ¼ĆŸe, CreteVillas4u Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ein tolles Anwesen, liebevoll eingerichtet

Wir haben uns als Truppe, 13 Personen wohlgefĆ¼hlt. Das Anwesen bietet viele Mƶglichkeiten zum relaxen, mit ruhigen Leseecken und einem schƶnen Pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov, 2022
Hello RĆ¼diger and thank you for your 5* comments. We are so happy that you had such an amazing time at our villa. We are looking forward to welcome you back again in Crete. Best, Cretevillas4u team.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location

In die Jahre gekommene Villa

Es ist ein schƶnes Haus und GrundstĆ¼ck, besonders der Garten. Die Lage ist aber etwas schwierig, direkt an der Autobahn ist der LautstƤrkepegel hoch. DafĆ¼r aber sehr nahe an Rethymnon. Die meisten schƶnen SandstrƤnde sind nur mit dem Auto erreichbar. Der zugehƶrige Strand ist leider auch eher schwer begehbar (steinige, kaputte Treppe, keine GelƤnder..) und so nicht kinderfreundlich. Leider lƤsst der allgemeine Zustand des Hauses zu wĆ¼nschen Ć¼brig: Wir hatten immer wieder kaltes Wasser beim Duschen weil der Boiler nicht recht funktionierte. Besonders die Appartements waren in keinem guten Zustand, inkl. Schimmel in einem Badezimmer. Das Mobiliar ist zusammengewĆ¼rfelt, alt und teilweise unvollstƤndig (z.B. fehlende Birnen in Lampen). Zudem hatten wir einen Wasserschaden, der aber gleich behoben wurde. Die Appartements sind auch nicht mit dem Haupthaus verbunden. FĆ¼r uns am schwerwiegendsten war die Tatsache, dass es als familienfreundlich ausgeschrieben wurde aber nicht war. Der Zugang zum Meer ist gefƤhrlich und vor allem der Pool war ungesichert (das Foto online liess aber anderes vermuten). Darauf hingewiesen hat der Vermieter dann zwar ein GelƤnder montiert (das er offensichtlich zuvor schon mehrmals genutzt hatte) wollte aber ganze 150 Euro dafĆ¼r, zusƤtzlich zu der schon hohen Miete. Er liess auch nicht mit sich reden, als wir ihn darauf ansprachen. Trotz allem waren es schƶne Ferien auf Kreta.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov, 2021
Hallo Silvia und vielen Dank, dass Sie sich fĆ¼r die Villa Katerina fĆ¼r Ihren Urlaub entschieden haben. Es freut uns sehr, von Ihnen zu hƶren, dass Ihnen unser Anwesen und sein Garten gefallen haben. Das Ferienhaus ist in der NƤhe von allem zu FuƟ erreichbar. Was den umzƤunten Pool betrifft, haben wir in unserer Beschreibung erwƤhnt, dass er gegen Aufpreis erhƤltlich ist. Nochmals vielen Dank fĆ¼r Ihre freundlichen Worte, wir versuchen immer auf die BedĆ¼rfnisse unserer GƤste einzugehen, um einen unvergesslichen Urlaub auf unserer Insel zu verbringen. Wir hoffen, Sie wieder auf Kreta begrĆ¼ĆŸen zu dĆ¼rfen. Beste GrĆ¼ĆŸe, Cretevillas4u-Team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sehr gelungener Urlaub

Alles, von dem ersten Kontakt mit Manos bis zum Check-out mit dem Eigner hat bestens funktioniert. Die Gastgeber waren sehr nett, die Lage traumhaft. Das Haus hat alle Erwartungen Ć¼bertroffen. Gerne kommen wir wieder !
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2021
Hallo Wolfgang und vielen Dank, dass Sie sich fĆ¼r Cretevillas4u fĆ¼r Ihren Urlaub entschieden haben. Wir freuen uns, dass Ihre Erwartungen erfĆ¼llt wurden und Sie Ihren Aufenthalt bei uns genossen haben. Die Lage der Villa ist, wie Sie bereits erwƤhnt haben, fantastisch. Als Team ist es unser Ziel, unseren GƤsten alles zu bieten, was sie brauchen und danken Ihnen fĆ¼r die ErwƤhnung unserer Arbeit. Wir wĆ¼rden uns sehr freuen, Sie wieder auf Kreta begrĆ¼ĆŸen zu dĆ¼rfen. Beste GrĆ¼ĆŸe, Cretevillas4u-Team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Villa med udsigt

God beliggenhed lige ned til dejlig stenstrand (husk badesko). Ligger tƦt pĆ„ den store vej. Det er praktisk men giver ogsĆ„ lidt trafikstĆøj. Villaen er delt op i 4 boenheder: 3 smĆ„ nedenunder og en stor ovenpĆ„.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
KƦre Niels, tak for din venlige anmeldelse. Katerina villa er et stort hus ved stranden, ideelt til grupper tƦt pĆ„ byen og bekvemmeligheder. Vi hĆ„ber, at du nĆød dit ophold hos os og at se dig igen i en af vores ejendomme. Pas pĆ„.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay for the entire family

Very nice house, spacious, very well taken care off. House gives enough space to give a large group enough space for privacy aswell. House owners went the extra mile to make the stay extra good. Thanks Petros, Katerina.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Dear Bo, thank you for your five star review. Katerina villa is truly an ideal choice for large groups, very spacious and with everything a traveller might need. We are happy you had a nice time with us and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect house for a family reunion

Our three families with 15 people stayed at this wonderful villa in August 2019 - and it was absolutely the perfect place in every possible way! The villa accommodated all of us comfortably, providing plenty of room for all of us to hang out together while allowing privacy for the three couples in the downstairs units. The villa is fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes and all the necessary kitchen utensils and more. It provides several large dining areas and many places to hang out, including the pool area, the gazebo and the beach. The owner took very good care of us and was super accommodating. We can't wait to come back again! This villa is truly magnificent!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Dear Tali, thank you for your excellent review. Katerina villa is a very spacious house with everything a traveller might need during holidays. It's also beachfront with lots of amenities close by. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and you felt our cretan hospitality. We wish you a nice summer and we hope to see you again soon. Take Care.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wunderschƶne Villa

Wir hatten eine wunderschƶne Woche in der "Villa Katerina". Das Haus und der Garten war sehr schƶn. Uns hat es an nichts gefehlt. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Nice place!

House is great. Bad thing is there is no place(far) to buy great food and cook at home. Good thing its not far to a restaurant.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful villa with the sea on doorsteps

The treatment by Mr. Manos while booking the Villa was exceptional and he has responded to all our special requests by 100 percent. The Villa is perfect for several families who want to stay with maximum privacy at times, but spend also some time together, the garden is beautiful and well maintained and the sea beach is just a minute down the steps. The location is perfect and the connections to restaurants are available by foot and few minutes by car to the nearest shops. The owners are very hospitable and we enjoyed the paintings of Ms. Katerina, as well as her traditional Cretan dishes that was nice surprise for us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017
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