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Fotinari Villa II -High quality above a cozy beach

Family-friendly beachfront location with water park

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Nestled in Plakias, Fotinari Villa II offers a tranquil haven with breathtaking views of the Libyan Sea. Unwind in the open living space with sea vistas, enjoy the fully equipped kitchen and dining area seating 12 guests. Relax by the private infinity pool or soak up some sun on one of three shaded daybeds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathrooms230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Fotinari Villa II -High quality above a cozy beach


Fotinari Villa II is approved by Greek Tourism Organisation with license number: 1112859 & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".


Welcome to Fotinari Villa II, a part of the Fotinari Villas complex with six spacious bedrooms, accommodating up to 12 guests. Just a short stroll from the villa, discover two charming, unorganized beaches. To enhance your beach experience, we supply umbrellas and portable sun beds, ensuring your comfort and enjoyment by the sea. Nestled in the serene southern coastal area of Plakias in Rethymno, the 250 sq. m residence provides breathtaking views of the Libyan Sea, creating a tranquil haven for its visitors.




Layout
1st Floor - Elevated hillside position with panoramic sea views
Open-plan living space combining:
-Fully equipped modern kitchen: Height dining table with bar-style chairs, all essentials for a self-catered stay -Living room with: large corner sofa, 45" HDTV, PlayStation 4, Bluetooth speaker, wine cooler, floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening to a sea-view balcony with seating
-Dining area seating up to 12 guests
-Guest WC
-Central air-conditioning throughout (including common areas)


Ground Floor
-Four bedrooms with: two single beds (0.90 x 2.00) that can be joined into a king-size bed, air-conditioning, 32" HDTV, sea views, large glass doors leading to the pool level and outdoor kitchen/BBQ area
-Two master bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms (shower)
-One shared family bathroom with shower (for the remaining two bedrooms)
-Laundry room with washer and dryer


Pool-Level Apartment - Separate private entrance
-Sitting area and kitchen with: Refrigerator, two hobs, dishes and utensils
-Two bedrooms:
Bedroom 1: Queen-size bed (1.60 x 2.00), ensuite bathroom with shower, 42" HDTV
Bedroom 2: Two single beds (0.90 x 2.00), convertible to a king-size bed, closet, 32" HDTV
-Terrace shared with the infinity pool area
-Outdoor hot tub, sun deck, and childrens playground
-Hammam located on this level


Outdoor Area
-Private 40 sq. m infinity swimming pool. Optional pool heating available upon request (extra charge, one-week advance notice, for entire stay)
-Three shaded daybeds, sunbeds, and bean bag loungers with umbrellas
-5-seater outdoor hot tub
-Shaded lawn playground area for children
-Fully equipped outdoor kitchen under a pergola: Hobs, dishwasher, toaster, coffee machine, and more
-Gas BBQ facilities
-Outdoor dining area under a shaded pergola
-Parking space for up to 4 cars
-Fully fenced villa and outdoor areas for added security


**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at EUR15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,476 square feet

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Policies

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 1112859

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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Agios Vasileios, this villa is in a rural area and on the beach. Monastery of Preveli and Spili Monastery are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Foteinári and Skínos. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling. Visit our Plakias travel guide
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Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • The access to Preveli Beach is best from the west (near Preveli Monastery), where you can hike down to the beach. The obvious shot I guess, is this rock in the shape of a heart. There are a lot of possibilities for composition, the high tides in these day forced me to shoot straight from an upper position. (21mm / f8 / 2.6sec)
    Preveli Beach
    31 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Foteinári
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Souda Beach
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Skínos
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Plakias Beach
    4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ)
    107 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blu Café
    3 min drive
  • Bites & Pints
    3 min drive
  • Mes Tin Ammo
    4 min drive
  • Gio Ma
    2 min drive
  • Apanemo
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fotinari Villa II -High quality above a cozy beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Fotinari Villa II -High quality above a cozy beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fotinari Villa II -High quality above a cozy beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fotinari Villa II -High quality above a cozy beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fotinari Villa II -High quality above a cozy beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Agios Vasileios villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Foteinári and Skínos. Plakias Beach and Kókkinos Vólakas are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Fotinari Villa II -High quality above a cozy beach Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Fabulous Villa Holiday

Villa as per photos. Great location and views. Excellent communication with managing agent and owner Lovely town with all amenities within a very short drive family had a great time, many thanks
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Gastgeber, tolle Unterkunft mit wunderschönem Meerblick!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

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

Beautiful villa, beautiful location

We spent a wonderful 10 days at this Villa with extended family and children aged between 10 and 17. The location of the villa is excellent and it really is just a stones throw to the little beach and a 5 minute drive into Plakias (for supermarket, tavernas, shops etc). It can get very windy on the nearest big beaches like Sousa and Plakias but the little beach nearest the villa was sheltered and always protected by the wind. It’s definitely a different ‘feel’ to Crete in the South to the North - much quieter and less tourists, but it’s only a 40 minute drive to Rethymno in the North if you fancy a bit more shopping/ water activities one day. The Villa was beautifully decorated with wonderful views and very well equipped. Just a note - we had 2 wild cats that seemed used to living in the outdoor kitchen and had obviously been fed by people before us…..fine if you like cats but just to note if you don’t!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

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

Absolutely loved it!

Excellent service and very well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Phenomenal villa vacay

The villa was even better in person which is rarely the case. The property managers were very responsive to our requests (ice cube trays for example) and even provided some groceries on arrival. Everything worked well, everyone had plenty of space, and it was a good value for the price. Definitely no need to have the pool heated in June or any summer months. Southern Crete is rugged and beautiful (and windy) with plenty of beaches for the little kids, snorkeling opportunities, interesting hikes and mountain villages and monasteries to explore. My only complaint was with the villa's concierge service, you'll get better value looking elsewhere for booking massages, finding boats, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Petra E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wirklich schön, aber nicht mit 12 Erwachsenen

Wunderbare Lage, die Gemeinschaftsräume sind hochwertig und edel eingerichtet. Leider sind die Zimmer in der Mitte viel zu klein, es gibt keine Ablagemöglichkeiten, was in dieser Preiskategorie so nicht sein sollte. Das bezieht sich auch auf das gemeinsame Minibad, das für 4 Erwachsene eine einzige Katastrophe ist. Leider hatten wir auch ungebetene Gäste im Haus, die auch den Jakuzzi benutzten. Die Reinigung des wunderschönen Außenbereiches ließ auch zu wünschen übrig, Mäusereste der Katzen wurden nicht zufriedenstellend beseitigt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Silke P.

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

Wunderbar

Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit in dieser wunderschönen Villa
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

boris cetnik C.

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

Villa Review

A wonderful, clean property in a really nice area. The pool and outdoor dining area are especially good and where the family spent most of their time during the holiday (you need to have the pool heated to get the most out of it especially in the evenings). The bedrooms are really clean and comfortable and there was regular cleaning of the property and changing of the beds (3 x in a week)! The smaller members of our group loved the outdoor play area. The villa is located a short distance out of Plakias which is a small traditional resort with some great tavernas and ice cream bars. You will need a car but it is just a few minutes drive. There is a nearer resort of Souda which we didn't get to. There are also some lovely tavernas in surrounding villages up in the mountains. I'd have no hesitation in recommending the property to enjoy a really great family holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra W., Poland Warsaw

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

Great holidays

We stayed with the group of 5 adults and 5 kids defferent age, the house is very comfortable and spacious, vicinity of the beach gave us the freedom and choice between swimming pool and great beach. We loved the house, beautiful interiors, evenings in the outdoor kitchen and living room with the outstanding view. Plakias touristic place, which is nearby is very cosy with many good tavernas. I highly recommend the villa and this part of Crete.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ty K.

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

Amazing unit with an amazing location

We rented this Villa for our post-covid vaccine family reunion. The property was actually even nicer than the pictures. The area is amazing and the design of the property takes full advantage of breathtaking views of the Ocean and Plakias bay. There are a couple of coves within 50 meters of the property that we used extensively for swimming every day (in addition to the property's pool which we really liked). Also Souda beach is a ~1 km walk with 2 nice taverna's to pick from. Lots of room and bathrooms. The equipment and kitchenware are very high quality and worked very well. The owner Olga, rental agency etouri, and housekeeper/groundkeeper Kristos were all very professional, responsive and highly accommodating. There recommendations for shopping and tour options were spot on. Overall, we had an amazing experience and would recommend it to others. One thing to keep in mind is the unit is on a cliff, so it is three stories. So plan on getting a lot of stair steps in while there.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021