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Most of our villas are tucked away in the countryside, nestled on the mountainous and secluded North West side of the island. Close by, you’ll discover traditional unspoilt villages and white sandy beaches – all within a short drive of Crete’s main resorts.
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| No. of Villas | Time from airport | |
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| Stalos, Chania | 5 |
30 mins from Chania
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| A delightful selection of tavernas, bars and shops line this small bustling resort, which retains its traditional Greek charm and calming atmosphere. The island of Theodorou is just a short distance out to sea from Stalos’ long sandy beach, and can easily be reached by hire boat. | ||
| Kolymbari, Chania | 4 |
45 mins from Chania
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| A small fishing port on the way from Chania to Kissamos nestling between the sea and the cliffs at the foot of the Rodopou Penninsula. The village offers a long pebbly beach and seafront promenade lined with inviting traditional tavernas, shops and waterfront cafes, as well as the fascinating Odigitrias Gonias Monastery with remarkable icons. | ||
| Agia Triada, Rethymno | 3 |
1 hr from Heraklion
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| This pretty little countryside village is located to the east of Rethymno and sits within beautiful rural surroundings ranging from vast citrus orchards to wonderful lush olive groves. Set back only five minutes drive from the coast and fifteen minutes drive from Rethymno, this area provides a good location for those wishing to explore various aspects of Crete. | ||
| Agios Nikolaos | 3 |
45 mins from Heraklion
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| Nestled on the north western coast of the island on the waters of the Mirabello Gulf, the cosmopolitan resort of Agios Nikoloas enjoys a wonderful variety of attractions from its charming lake with open air theatre to its wide selection of shops, tavernas, restaurants and museums and its fabulous marina. The beaches that surround the resort, Almyros, Ammoudara, Havania, Ammoudi, to name but a few, have all been awarded the European recognised ‘Blue Flag’. The friendly resort of Agios Nikolaos really does have something to suit everyone. | ||
| Asteri, Rethymno | 3 |
1 hr from Chania
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| Neighbouring the village of Pangalahori, Asteri is set in a quiet countryside location with a small café situated in it’s centre. The main resort of Rethymno can be reached within a fifteen minute drive. | ||
Domes of Elounda, Elounda
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3 |
45 mins from Heraklion
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| Ideally situated within the prestigous resort of Elounda, famed for its luxurious hotels; the Domes of Elounda experience is the latest resort to hit the region. Nestled on a hillside, next to a beautiful stretch of sun-drenched coastline, this attractive resort affords stunning views over the gulf of Elounda across to famous island of Spinalonga. With its choice of bars and restaurants, numerous recreational facilities, kids club, pools, and private beach, this resort really offers the perfect holiday escape. A fully equipped gym and spa provides resort guests the chance to completely unwind. The use of innovative architecture is a particularly striking feature of this resort, including domes and pyramidal roofs, and colours chosen specifically to reflect the Mediterranean culture. | ||
| Kalami, Chania | 3 |
30 mins from Chania
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| This traditional and unspoilt village overlooks Souda Bay from its prime cliff top position. A small sandy beach is within walking distance providing the ideal setting to watch the passing ships in the late afternoon sun, and the popular and pretty resort of Chania, an ideal location for exploring, is just 10km away. | ||
| Kalithea, Chania | 3 |
25 mins from Chania
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| Kalithea is a small countryside area only five minutes drive from Chania. There are local amenities located in neighbouring villages together with a sandy beach which can all be found within a short walk away. | ||
| Plaka, Chania | 3 |
45 mins from Chania
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| Set on the cliff top above the village of Plaka, our villa offers distant views of Souda Bay and out across the Aegean. This enchanting village offers a small selection of tavernas, mini markets and a local fishing harbour - an ideal combination for sampling traditional Greek cuisine. | ||
| Atsipopoulo, Rethymno | 2 |
1 hr from Chania
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| The peaceful countryside village of Atsipopoulo offers a tranquil and relaxing location for your villa holiday. The village is located just an hour's drive from both of the airports in Crete and only two kilometres from the picturesque harbour town of Rethymno. | ||
| Bali | 2 |
45 mins from Heraklion
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| An awe-inspiring resort, Bali is set along a curving, hilly peninsula with dramatic inland mountain scenery. The resort is spread around three small bays that offer a small selection of watersports and boat trips. At the largest of the three bays, traditional fishing boats potter in and out of the harbour with the fresh catch of the day; while a wonderful variety of local tavernas and bars line this stretch of coastline. | ||
| Loutra, Rethymno | 2 |
1 hr from Heraklion
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| This small pretty countryside village is located within a fifteen minute drive west of Rethymno and set a few kilometres inland. Enjoying an abundance of peaceful olive and citrus groves, Loutra neighbours several other small villages including Adele, Pangalohori and Agia Triada. | ||
| Pangalohori, Rethymno | 2 |
1 hr from Chania
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| Pangalahori is a small countryside village situated only fifteen minutes drive from the resort of Retymno and a five minute drive from sandy beaches and clear blue waters. | ||
| Rethymno | 2 |
1 hr from Chania
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| About an hour’s drive from Crete’s cosmopolitan capital Heraklion is the small harbour of Rethymno – a secret haven that attracts locals and visitors alike to its waterside tavernas. The endless beach at this pretty resort is perfect for families, with its gently shelving sand and palm-lined promenade. The old town, marked by the ancient fortress, old harbour, winding paved streets, fish restaurants, cafes and bars, provides all the modern and cultural amenities you’ll need. | ||
| Roumeli, Rethymno | 2 |
1 hr from Heraklion
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| This pretty little countryside village sits on a slight undulation and therefore boasts dramatic views across its neighbouring countryside to distant mountain ranges. A small selection of amenities can be found within a ten minute drive scattered around the countryside. This area is ideal for those wishing to enjoy the traquility and views of the countryside. | ||
| Three Monastry, Rethymno | 2 |
1 hr from Chania
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| Three Monastry is a large wine and raki growing area, which is set in an elevated position boasting panoramic views over countryside, the town of Rethymno and out to sea. Located in a peaceful setting, Three Monastry is within easy reach of Rethymno and can be driven to within a ten minutes. The area also boasts having a small rare breeds animal farm, which clients staying in the nearby villas have opportunity of seeing these animals. | ||
| Adele, Rethymno | 1 |
1 hr from Chania
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| Adele is a small countryside village which is set amongst olive groves and citrus orchards. The main resort of Rethymno is within a ten minute drive, where you will find all the main amenities. | ||
| Marathi, Chania | 1 |
15 mins from Chania
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| This quaint, little resort is nestled close to the entrance of Souda Bay and boasts a fabulous unspoilt sea front location. Several small, beautiful sandy beaches and rocky coves make up Marathi's coastline, whilst a handful of popular local tavernas can be found just set back from the waters edge. With the wonders of Chaina town being found within a 25 minute drive, Marathi offers an idyllic location for those wishing to get away from it all. | ||
| Pigi, Rethymno | 1 |
1 hr from Chania
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| Set in the countryside only one kilometre from the sea and ten minutes drive from Rethymno, Pigi is a small local village surrounded by citrus groves and olive orchards. The bustling resort of Platanias can be found within a ten minute drive away which offers a variety of tavernas, shops, bars and cafes. | ||
| Platanias, Rethymno | 1 |
1 hr from Chania
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| The small resort of Platanias is home to a long, soft sandy beach offering a wide range of water sports from parasailing to waterskiing. A good selection of restaurants and bars, and a smattering of local nightlife, accommodates all age groups – from teenagers who want to sample traditional Greek entertainment to young children looking to paddle and play in the sand. Our villas here are located in the surrounding countryside, just a short distance from the amenities at Platanias. | ||
| Prines, Rethymno | 1 |
1 hr from Heraklion
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| The pretty little countryside village of Prines is set amid tranquil olive grove surroundings. The ideal location for an authentic Greek holiday, this traditional village is conveniently located close to Rethymno, and a wonderful variety of small bays and coves are also nearby. | ||
| Rousospiti, Rethymno | 1 |
1 hr from Chania
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| The small typical Cretan countryside village of Rousospiti is situated to the south west of Rethymno, only ten minutes drive away. There are a few local bars and tavernas in the village where locals eat and drink, so relax and absorb the culture. | ||
