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Stone Made villa in picturesque village! Private pool & full privacy!

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Outdoor dining
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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10190 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Popular LocationMuseum of Ancient Eleutherna9 min walk
  • Popular LocationEleutherna17 min walk
  • Popular LocationArkadi Monastery9 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)79 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stone Made villa in picturesque village! Private pool & full privacy!


Villa Eleftherna has been distinguished with the 2024 Tourism Awards Bronze for Traditional Villa of the Year
Villa Eleftherna is a superb rural hideaway, set in an area of magnificent natural beauty, located in the homonym picturesque village of Rethymno. Nestling on a quiet lane in the village, Villa Eleftherna is more than a country cottage or a holiday villa. Built on the highest spot of the village, it offers breathtaking views on the Cretan Sea, Mountain Psiloritis and the whole area. Private but not remote, Villa Eleftherna is next to the village square, where you can find traditional taverns, cafes and a mini-market.

Layout

The 190 m2, two-storey villa is stone-built in a traditional style and can accommodate 8 people in its 4 bedrooms and up to 10 if necessary. The Villa is decorated in a romantic, countryside style and classically furnished with wooden furniture and ceilings.

Ground floor

Entering the villa, the open plan area welcomes you in the cosy living room, featuring two comfortable sofas, a 55 Smart TV with Netflix (villas account), a bluetooth speaker and an open fireplace. Next to the sitting area, guests can find the fully equipped kitchen, offering an indoor dining table as well. Both the living room and the kitchen have direct access to a spacious veranda providing an additional dining area and mesmerising countryside views and to the pool / garden area after descending a few stairs. Additionally, two of the propertys bedrooms are located on the ground floor, one of which offers a king size bed, while the other one features two single beds. Both bedrooms have doors that open up to the rear part of the villa and are equipped with patio furniture, enjoying garden views. Finally, a family bathroom with bathtub is available between the two bedrooms.
First floor

Reaching the first floor guests can find the two remaining bedrooms of the Villa, one of which offers a king size bed and a loft, while the other one features two single beds. Both bedrooms provide access to the enormous veranda, enjoying panoramic views of the sea and the surrounding area! The veranda overlooks the garden and offers extra sitting areas. Furthermore, an additional family bathroom with a Jacuzzi bathtub is located on this level

Outdoor area

After descending a few steps from the ground floor veranda, guests can reach the beautifully landscaped outdoor area of the Villa. More specifically the exterior spaces provide several facilities, including:

- A private, 40 sq.m. swimming pool that also offers a removable volleyball net for endless moments of fun with your loved ones!! The pool can also be heated with an additional daily charge for the entire stay and it requires at least one weeks advance notice.
- The pool area is equipped with sun beds, umbrellas and an outdoor shower for your comfort. The terrace also enjoys beautiful countryside views!
- Fully equipped BBQ facilities with outdoor sink and wood oven, next to an outdoor dining area under the shade of the trees.

- Beautiful garden, with flowers, shrubs, fruit trees and lawn covered areas around the pool, ideal for the kids to play. Also, a hammock is available under the trees, just the perfect spot for relaxation.

- Parking inside the Villa premises for 3 cars

- 4 mountain bikes and light hiking equipment (batons) are provided, so you can explore the area around the Villa.

- The whole outdoor area is fenced and has a private entrance with a gate, offering 100% privacy to our guests.

Villa Eleftherna is approved by Greek Tourism Organization with license number: 1041K91002923801 & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".


INFORMATION ABOUT THE AREA

The Villa is located in Eleftherna village. The surrounding area is quiet, a place where you can relax and feel "away from it all".

Eleftherna is a village with life and it has some traditional cafeterias and a few taverns where they also offer nice breakfast and a mini market.

The village of Eleftherna is well known because of the archaeological site and the newly built museum of Ancient Eleftherna. They are worth a visit for discovering and feeling the ancient history of the area.

The village giving you also the advantage to combine mountain and sea. You can make a tour of the villages around or visit some of the most well known beaches on the north coast. The convenient location of Villa Eleftherna allows easy access to the sights of the island and offers the opportunity to various activities; relaxing walks in the countryside, hiking, mountain biking or climbing trips can be easily organised.

Please see below where the closest amenities can be found.

-Closest beaches: 14 km Skaleta Beach and 17 km to Geropotamos Beach

-Mini market: 700 meters

-Super market: 12.8 km

-Bakery: 726 meters

-Butcher: 12.5 km

-Fresh fish: 12 km

-Pharmacy: 13 km

-Tavern or restaurant: 250 meters

-Heraklion Airport: 75 km

-Chania Airport: 90.6 km


**Starting January 1, 2024, a new Greek tax was introduced which is called the "Climate Crisis Resilience Charge", requiring a fee of EUR1.5 per night from March to October and EUR0.5 per night from November to February. The amount needs to be paid in cash or by card upon your arrival at the villa.

Property manager

Kostas Vasilakis

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Sun loungers

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Bicycle on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2045 sq ft (190 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We provide a free baby cot and highchair

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1041Κ91002923801

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
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About the neighborhood

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Rethymnon Venetian Port and Rethimno Kart are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Melidoni Cave and Sfagia Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Reptisland and Paleontological Museum. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain climbing nearby.

What's nearby

  • Museum of Ancient Eleutherna - 9 min walk
  • Eleutherna - 17 min walk
  • Arkadi Monastery - 9 min drive
  • Rethimno Kart - 18 min drive
  • Spilies Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Melidoni Cave - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Μάνταλος - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Ciao - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Zeno Lobby Bar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Stop - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stone Made villa in picturesque village! Private pool & full privacy! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stone Made villa in picturesque village! Private pool & full privacy!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stone Made villa in picturesque village! Private pool & full privacy!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stone Made villa in picturesque village! Private pool & full privacy! located?

This family-friendly Rethymno villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Museum of Ancient Eleutherna and Eleutherna. Sacred Monastery of Arkadi and Arkadi Monastery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicola K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
The Villa is beautiful and had everything we could have wanted with stunning views and a great pool. There was plenty to do locally but we made use of our hire car too and visited lots of other areas. We are a family with four children aged 9-15 years and all thoroughly enjoyed our time in Eleftherna. The service provided by Etouri was excellent with really good recommendations of where to go. What made our holiday even more special was the wonderful owner Georgious - thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Eleftherna
One of the best villas I have stayed in . The villa was beautiful and kept immaculate by the owners. The owner is on hand to greet you on your arrival and show you around . There are superb views from all the balconies of the Cretan mountains and sea. The pool is a good size and kept very clean and the garden very pretty with many places to sit and a BBQ and pizza oven . The villa is well equipped and the owners are on hand to answer any questions or help . There are many interesting places to visit nearby and the village tavernas and mini market are handy and within walking distance.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Villa
The whole experience at the villa was outstanding, from the moment we booked and received excellent service to the the ease of check in to the assistance while we stayed. Nothing was a problem for Etouri and George!! The villa was cleaned twice weekly which was an absolute treat. The gardens were beautifully kept and maintained. The local town is small and quiet but had a romance to it, especially Andira and Manous the excellent host. Cannot promote it enough. It is rural so you need a car but everything is within easy reach. Highly recommend the beach club and the catamaran days!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday villa in Eleutherna
Immaculately maintained property with stunning position with fabulous views in all directions. The owner (who lives nearby) was so helpful and responsive and we were met with kindness and smiles everywhere we went. Highly recommended!
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The villa is beautiful, it has everything you need, and the owners are lovely people. We had a lovely family holiday and couldn't have asked for anything more This was our second visit to this villa, and we would go back again!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa
We were a party of eight and found this delightful villa spacious and well equipped. Any queries or requests were dealt with immediately. We were extremely pleased with our holiday and confident in giving this property a 5 star review. Our thanks go to the owners and the Etouri management staff.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

james s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing place to stay
This really was a lovely place to find for our first family holiday in years. The villa is lovely - peaceful, immaculate, and the pool was great for our children who were aged 4-17. Georgios the host and his wife couldn’t have made us feel any more welcome but without being intrusive. The local area and village is quiet, with great tavernas and friendly locals. The drive to local town and beaches is easy and scenic and Bali Beach was an amazing excursion for a swim and scuba dive. Highly recommend. Nothing to fault, everything to recommend. We fully intend to return to Villa Eleftherna again, but next time for two weeks rather than the one.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

rachael w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
We loved staying at Vila Eleftherna - the owner of the property was very attentive making sure we had everything we needed. The Vila and pool were wonderful and there is nothing the property was lacking. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in fantastic villa with generous, welcoming hosts
Fantastic stay, very clean and well equipped villa. Incredibly friendly owners who made us feel very welcome. Great taverna a short stroll away and plenty more a short drive further. Made the most of the heated pool despite the disappointing weather at the end of October. Would definitely return when returning to Crete.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great villa, wonderful host
This villa was one of the best we have stayed in. Beautifully appointed, clean with an astonishing amount of thought to all the extras that make a holiday effortless. George and his family are the most generous of hosts and their many gifts and considerate touches (home produced honey and olive oil to take home with us) were above and beyond our expectations. Recommend opting for the pool heating (we went end of September) whole heartedly recommend staying here. Wonderful, warm and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021