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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.
An outdoor dining area with a pool, wooden furniture, and a stone wall.
A coastal residential area with multiple houses, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.
A spacious dining area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling beams, and a view into the kitchen.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81615 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Place, University of Crete
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Κουμπές
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Rethymnon Town Hall
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rethymno

Located in Atsipopoulo, this villa is within a few miles (5 km) of sights such as University of Crete and Rethymnon Court House. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • University of Crete - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • beach near Κουμπές - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Rethymnon Cathedral - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Fortezza Castle - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skrik | The Good Hood Spot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nodi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪λεσχη αξιωματικων ρεθυμνου - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Barrio - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bankery - ‬7 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.

Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities

In the beautiful village of Atsipopoulo a few kilometres from Rethymno centre, you will meet the traditional guest house 'Villa Elia', in which you will feel the Venetian atmosphere.

The owners have respected the traditional architecture of Crete and have used indigenous materials such as stone and wood. However, they have constructed a very comfortable house, as it is the most important point of holidays.

They await you to experience the Cretan hospitality, tradition and history, as well as pleasurable moments of relaxation and serenity.

Villa Elia is one of the two-twins villas that locate at the center of village Atsipopoulo, which can meet all your first needs. Supermarket, bakery, groceries and butchery shop, cofee shop, restaurants, ATM and pharmacy are all in walking distance (200 metres from the entrance of the villas). However, as you come in from the entrance of the villas, the whole atmosphere changes, as our villas locate inside the nature in a peaceful and ideal for relaxing enviroment. The center of Rethymno is also 5 kilometres away and 10 minutes drive.

Villa Elia is concstructed in maisonette style, measures 150 m2 and has a private swimming pool and balcony. Moreover, it can host 8 persons in 4 bedrooms. Two of them have a double bed and the rest two have two single beds each.

On the ground floor you will find the living area with a fireplace, a full-equipped kitchen and a dining area. It also includes the first two bedrooms, one bathroom and a lavatory.

The top floor consists of two bedrooms, a bathroom, a lavatory and a balcony with a view of the traditional village nearby and the nature. All the rooms are air-conditioned.

The villa is equipped with Satellite television, DVD player, CD Player and radio, Coffee machinet, Microwave, Toaster, Dishwasher, Clothes washer, Deposit box, Hair-dryer and Baby cot.

The exterior of the villa includes a 27 private swimming pool, a dining table and seats for all the 8 persons, as well as 8 sunbeds in order you can enjoy the cretan sun. The swimming pool of the villa can also be heated with an extra cost of 40 euros per day (upon request at least 7 days before arrival and valid only for the whole booking) In addition, each villa has its own barbeque facilities for your personal use.

The location of the villas are ideal for exploring our whole island. Located in the center of the north part of Crete, only 3 kilometres from the highway provides easy access from the local airports (Heraklion and Chania) and the opportunity to visit from the big cities of the island to the smallest beaches in both north and south part of Crete.

Guests will have access and full privacy to all areas indoor and outdoor!

We will wait for you in the villa for your arrival (despite the time, even after midnight) in order to help you with the house details and give you as much informations as you want about the area, taverns, shops, places and beaches that you have to visit!
Also we will clean the villa and change towels and linen every 3 days!
Finally we will be there for your departure for our last thank you!
We will be also reachable on our cell phone and e-mails 24/7!
Our home locates only 1 kilometer from the villa, so we will be able to come in a few minutes at the villa for anything that you will need.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Heated pool

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number 00001056915

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed GBP 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Family Villa Elia 2 Minutes Walking Lacal Amenities Atsipopoulo
Family Villa Elia 2 Minutes Walking Lacal Amenities
Family Elia 2 Minutes Walking Lacal Amenities Atsipopoulo
Family Elia 2 Minutes Walking Lacal Amenities
Family Villa Elia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Rethymno
Family Villa Elia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities
Family Elia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Rethymno
Family Villa Elia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities
Family Elia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Rethymno
Family Elia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this villa?

This villa is situated in Atsipopoulo, close to Rethymnon Venetian Port, Fortezza Castle, and Rimondi Fountain. You'll also find Rethymnon Town Hall and Rethymnon Lighthouse within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities?

No, there isn't parking at this villa.

Is this villa next to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?

No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities?

There are many amenities for couples at this villa, including a private pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities have a hot tub?

No, but this villa does have a heated pool.

Does this villa provide breakfast?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Does Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities have connecting rooms available?

No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ), which is about 21 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities?

Yes, every villa at Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities comes with a balcony.

Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa was everything we e pected and more. It is very clean and very well equipped. You will not be disappointed if you book this villa. George and his family are excellent hosts.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Niklas G.

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

Nice House and nice people

We stayed 10 days in Villa Elia which was perfect. Great pool, clean house and a nice helpful Family around. We will come again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

COLIN C.

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

Wonderful stay

Thank you to George and his family for a lovely holiday. Villa Elia is absolutely beautiful! We were close to Rethymno to get the bus, the local village had plenty of restaurant and supermarket options and it was a really peaceful place. The villa itself is amazing, very spacious, it has everything we needed and was very clean! Thanks again George!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley F.

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Fantastic holiday villa with welcoming hosts

I could not recommend this villa more. The property is exactly as you see on the photos, it is a stunning villa that is definitely set up for eight visitors. George and his family are incredibly welcoming hosts, they could not have done more for us during our stay. The villa was clean and tidy. It was a great base to explore the area. The pool is great, we paid to have it heated and made use of it every day. The villa made this a very special family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clare R.

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Fantastic holiday

Villa Elia and Rogida were the perfect place for our family holiday . There were 16 adults , ranging from teenagers to over eighty years young, and a baby. We all loved the cleanliness of the villas, the great beds by the pools and the local amenities all within walking distance. George was extremely helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We would definitely love to return and recommend the villas.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

marie-christine L.

Very Nice and quiet place

Very near of Rethymnon , this villa is wonderfull to discover west Crete . WE went with two couples of friends and spent one week in an authentic cretan village . We were welcomed by George and all the family was so lovely . Spécial thanks for George ´ s mother for the délicious cake we found in the fridge . Thanks a lot George for your kindness . Don't change any thing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LUCY S.

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A wonderful stay!

We’ve just got back from a fabulous stay! We’re a family of five and the villa was perfect for us. Extremely clean and beautifully presented. There are lots of handy shops and cafes within the village but we drove to the main town every evening for a choice of more restaurants and bars or for the beach during the day. George was the perfect host. Always answered messages promptly and was around every day to clean the pool or offer local recommendations. We received many culinary treats from his mother, which was a very special touch. Thank you George!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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Magnificent!

We stayed here in July/August 2023 broadly as a result of the glowing reviews on this site and found it exceeded our expectations. There are three villas on the site in a private settlement in the lovely authentic village of Atsipopoulo. George is an exceptional host and takes great pride in the accommodation and making your holiday the best it can be. His communication is always friendly and swift and is always on hand to make recommendations for meals or excursions. His knowledge of the island is excellent. The villa was exceptionally clean, well equipped and very comfortable with plenty of room for both inside and outside space. I believe the villas were constructed in the early 2000s and are beautifully designed. You can tell that a good deal of thought has been placed into their appearance. The pool was a wonderful place to spend a day and cool off from the heat of the summer. The villas are located in the heart of the village, with plenty of local supermarkets, bars and a great bakery just a few minutes walk. There are several tavernas also worth a visit within walking distance. Further afield, the town of Rethymnon can be reached by bus, taxi or a 10 minute drive with its pretty old harbour and Venetian fort. We would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this villa to anyone looking for a Luxurious villa in a peaceful, relaxing setting.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maren T.

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Sehr schöne, gepflegte Villa

Wir waren sehr zufrieden. Die Villa ist mit den dicken Steinmauern geräuscharm, so das man auch mit 6 Personen gut schlafen kann. Die Familie betreut den gesamten Aufenthalt sehr liebevoll, inclusive Abschiedsgeschenk und griechischer Spezialitäten zum probieren, die sehr gut geschmeckt haben. Man bekommt gute Insider Tipps z.B. schöner Strand. Der Ort ist klein und zum Glück noch nicht so touristisch. Wir werden bestimmt nochmal wieder kommen.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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Super beau et très propre

Nous avons adoré notre séjour, l’accueil était incroyable. L’endroit est super bien situé et très propre. Très sécuritaire. Je recommande à n’importe qui, le petit village est super aussi!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andre K.

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Perfekte Unterkunft

George und seine Familie haben hier eine ganz wunderbare Unterkunft geschaffen. Die Unterkunft ist abgelegen von der touristischen Hochburg Rethymnon und das kleine Örtchen hat echtes griechisches Flair. Wunderbare griechische Lokale sowie Supermarkt sind fußläufig zu erreichen. Die Villa ist genau so wie auf den Bildern abgebildet, es fehlt an nichts. Zuletzt muss man noch George erwähnen, der zu jederzeit mit Tipps und Ratschlägen sehr fürsorglich sich um seine Gäste kümmert. Ein wirklich perfekter Urlaubsort.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felix Q.

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Gastvrij en comfortabel verblijf

Ongelooflijk leuke woning en zeker goede ontvangst. De eigenaars zijn zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Ze zijn continu bereikbaar als er problemen of vragen zijn. Het huis zelf is zeer ruim, alle kamers zijn goed uitgerust en de keuken heeft alles wat er nodig is. Er is een zwembad en de eigenaars maken het elke dag schoon.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anders S.

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

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Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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Amazing hospitality and great stay

We spent one week in villa Elia and enjoyed it from the first to the last moment. Our host George was amazingly friendly and helped with every concern. The communication in advance and also during our stay was perfect. The villa was really clean and well equipped. We couldn't have wished for anything else. Thank you for making our stay so wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andreas P.

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Ein rundum gelungener Aufenthalt

All unsere Erwartungen, die anhand der eingestellten Bilder hoch waren, wurden erfüllt. Das Objekt ist sauber, ruhig und sehr gut betreut. Die Reinigung des Hauses wurde 2 mal in der Woche durchgeführt, zusätzlich gab es auch bei jeder Reinigung frisch gewaschene Handtücher. Das Objekt liegt mitten im Dorf und war trotzdem ruhig. Der Vorteil der zentralen Lage liegt darin, dass man die Bäckerei und den Supermarkt fußläufig erreichen kann. Diese Möglichkeit haben wir dann auch regelmäßig für frisches Brot genutzt. Weiterhin sind einige Tavernen ebenfalls fußläuifg erreichbar und wir haben fast alle mal ausprobiert ! Die Betreuung durch George was perfekt. Er hat uns trotz unserer späten Ankunft gegen 23:00 persönlich in Empfang genommen und uns die wichtigsten Dinge erklärt. Mittels Messenger haben wir dann jederzeit für uns wichtige Fragen klären können. Neben eines Willkommens und Abschiedsgeschenks haben wir noch eine griechische Köstlichkeit von Georges Mutter zur Verköstigung überreicht bekommen. Beides hat uns hervorragend geschmeckt !!! Alles in allem hatten wir einen tollen Aufenthalt in Zeiten der Pandemie. Abschliessend ist zu erwähnen daß der gastegeber George bei jedem persönlichen Treffen eine Maske getragen und den Sicherheitsabstand eingehalten hat.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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Great Villa

From the moment that we arrived George was there to welcome us to Villa Elia, our home for the next 5 nights. George spent a good amount of time explaining all that we needed to know about the villa and the surrounding areas. There is a well stocked grocery store about 3 mins walk away, a few coffee shops, a bakery, and a number of great restaurants. O’Manolis is a nice traditional Greek restaurant with good food, but we really enjoyed Souvlaki Agaganis which has a nice patio right beside an old church. All are within easy walking distance. We enjoyed just relaxing on the good sized patio, going for a swim, and even had a bbq one evening. There are 2 other villas in the complex however each one is quite private with fences, trees, and other vegetation separating them. George’s mother Mary made us a few treats that were delicious and greatly appreciated. All and all this is a nice location in a small village yet only 15 mins drive to Rethymno and just over an hour to Chania or Heraklion. I look forward to returning for another vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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10/10

I booked this villa for my partner and our 7 months old baby. We had both sets of grandparents visit at points as well but at no point did we feel like we needed more space. From the minute you arrive at the villa you are greeted by George and his lovely family. They are all so accommodating and will literally do anything to make your holiday as perfect as possible. Because it is a family run business there is always someone on hand to help and this makes the whole experience a little more special. The villa is beautiful and has everything you would need. We are already talking about going back next year and we can't wait!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gemma W.

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Lovely family holiday

We cannot thank George and his family enough for the most lovely family holiday. The villa was beautiful and kept clean. Communication between us and George was perfect and he could not do enough including arranging transfers and excursions for us. The village is lovely and mostly peaceful. We had two lovely meals at the restaurant just up the road on the same side of the villa and service was excellent and fun. Thank you so much for making our holiday everything we wanted and more.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurence H.

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The family was very welcoming and we would highly recommend it. The also provided local treats .

Very enjoyable but a car is essential - don’t trust the sat Mac but follow the owners instructions and you will avoid the narrow lanes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter Y.

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The perfect holiday get away

I Was amazed at the how much the standards have changed since I last visited Crete. A beautiful villa in an amazing setting just a short distance from everything. The Owners were so friendly and helpful to.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lister T.

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Excellent

We have nothing negative to say about our stay at Villa Elia. The Villa was immaculately clean and kept so throughout our stay. Excellent location. George and his family treated us like friends rather than paying guests, always available for any assistance we needed. They really did illustrate the famous Crete hospitality. We would highly recommend this lovely villa and wonderful Crete.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lister T.

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Excellent

We couldn't fault anything about the villa; spacious, immaculately clean, great sized pool and well equipped kitchen, great location for exploring the island. George was a fantastic host and made sure we were looked after and had everything we needed, gave us some great recommendations for visits and Tavernas, he went over and above expectations to ensure our holiday was perfect. As a family we have nothing negative to say about the villa and indeed Crete itself, we heartily recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edda M.

Fantastische Villa aus Natursteinen mit schönem Pool.

Die Villa ist noch schöner als auf den Fotos, tolles kühles Raumklima durch Natursteine und Holz, wenn es doch zu warm ist, kann man in allen Räumen Klimaanlagen einschalten. Alles war sehr sauber und wir haben uns sofort wohl gefühlt. Die Vermieter, eine Familie, sind sehr herzlich und bemüht, sind auch immer ansprechbar. Sehr nett, dass wir auch einen leckeren Nachtisch bekommen haben und ein kleines Abschiedsgeschenk. Man hat verschiedene Sitzgelegenheiten und die Küche ist gut ausgestattet, man kann auch super selbst kochen, es gibt einen großen Kühlschrank und ein Gefrierfach. Wir hatten viel Spaß im Pool mit einigen lustigen Luftmatratzen. Es gibt einige Restaurants und Bäcker und einen Supermarkt in direkter Nähe zur Villa. Die Badezimmer haben eine Badewanne mit Duschkopf, man muss dazu in die Wanne steigen. Die Doppelbettmatratzen sind schon etwas dünn geworden, so dass man die Federung spürt. Wir hatten keine größeren Probleme damit, aber wenn man Rückenschmerzen hat, könnte es unangenehm sein. Die Lage der Villa ist fantastisch, es ist sehr ruhig, da das Haus nicht direkt an der Straße liegt, man kann aber einkaufen und Essen gehen und mit dem Bus nach Rhethymno fahren. W-Lan ist auch super und kann in allen Räumen und am Pool genutzt werden. Fernsehen mit SAT Anlage ist im Wohnzimmer vorhanden. Wir hatten eine superschöne Zeit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Sue Kennedy

Wonderful 2 weeks at Villa Elia

We have just returned home from Villa Elia which is exactly how the pictures show it. It had everything we needed and more. George and his family are wonderful hosts, nothing was too much trouble. He was just a quick phone call away if needed but never intrusive. Mum left us a lovely dessert in the fridge which was a big hit. A car is needed if you want to explore further afield and George arranged this for us with one quick phone call. Taxi to Rethymnon costs about 10 Euros and we ventured onto the bus one day. There is a timetable but .......... My little granddaughter loved the swimming pool and is now part fish . I highly recommend the villas if want to holiday in the area
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Freda J.

Absolutely perfect in every way !

This beautiful villa in the old village if Atsipopoulo was perfect for us (4 ladies in our early 60’s celebrating a lifelong friendship) Through the private entrance there are 3 villas, each with its’ own private pool and grounds , ours was Villa Elia... We arrived in the early hours of the morning to be welcomed by George (with raki and a Cretan cheese pie which his mama, Maria, had made) We fell into the very comfortable beds which all have beautiful, high quality cotton bed linen. As this villa sleeps 8 we were able to have a double room each. The open plan ground floor comprises the kitchen/dining/ lounge areas, all extremely well equipped, spotlessly clean and tastefully yet comfortably furnished. Cleaning and fresh bed linen and towels was done mid week too. AC in every room – which was great as the temperatures were between 28 and 31 degrees every day! We spent most of our waking hours outside – in the shaded dining area, pool, sun loungers and barbeque(which we did use – no problem at all) The fragrant plants around the pool added to our pleasure and privacy too. Our time together is precious and Villa Elia was just the perfect place to relax and be in each other’s company. We were also adopted by a gorgeous cat who seemed to own the villa – we loved her and fed her for the week but she didn’t seem at all bothered when we left! George and his family were so helpful and friendly without being intrusive. Maria also made us a cake mid week, invited us to her studio where she makes jewellery and gave us all a gift before we left. When one of our group left their phone in a shop in Rethymno, George’s sister drove them down and helped locate it. Above and beyond! Such lovely people. Can’t recommend this villa enough – thank you George, Maria and the girls. Tips:- There is a bus stop on the left outside the villa for Rethymno (about 10mins) – the tickets can be bought at the supermarket (to the right of the villa entrance). Take time to wander around the back streets of Atsipopoulo if you can – it’s a beautiful old village – lots of photo opportunities. There are 3 very traditional restaurants in the village serving authentic Cretan food and the menus are not extensive but if you give a days notice they will get fish from the port or even cook a vegetarian dish for you (although they will worry about your health!) There is a souvlaki take-away and a pizza place too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018