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Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ area and Sea View

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ area and Sea View (Kirianna)
Perched between Crete's largest cities, Villa Katifes offers a serene retreat with modern comforts. Unwind by the pool, taking in the sea view from your sunbathing spot or enjoy al fresco dining on the terrace with outdoor furniture and barbecue area. Inside, discover a cozy lounge with a large flat-screen TV and fully-equipped kitchen.

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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

Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ area and Sea View

šŸ’– Why Guests Love Villa Katifes
• Sea View: panoramic views of the Cretan Sea and the coastline of Rethymno.
• Privacy & Serenity: Surrounded by lush greenery and olive groves, ensuring a quiet, private holiday.
• Private Pool: A 35sqm swimming pool with a shallow area for children.
• Authentic Stone Design: A charming 120sqm stone-built residence that blends traditional Cretan style with modern comfort.
• Outdoor: Large stone-paved terrace with a BBQ and plenty of space for kids to play.

šŸ” Experience a peaceful retreat at Villa Katifes, a beautiful stone villa located on a hillside near the village of Kyrianna. Spanning 120sqm, this home is designed to offer comfort and relaxation for families or groups. With its traditional stone arches, wooden ceilings, and wide-open views, it is the perfect spot for those who want to experience the authentic Cretan countryside while being close to the sea.

šŸ›‹ Inside the Villa: Layout
Ground Floor:
• Living Area: An open-plan lounge with comfortable sofas, a stone fireplace, and satellite TV.
• Kitchen & Dining: Fully equipped kitchen with all modern appliances and a dining table for the whole group.
• Bathroom 1: A bathroom with a shower.
First Floor:
• Bedroom 1: A comfortable double bedroom equipped with A/C, a TV, a safe for your valuables, a wardrobe, and access to a private balcony.
• Bedroom 2: A versatile bedroom with 3 single beds (which can be configured into one double and one single), A/C, and 2 private balconies for extra light and air.
• Bathroom 2: A spacious bathroom featuring a jetted tub and a WC.

🌓 Outdoor Paradise
• Private Pool: A 35sqm pool (depth 1.40m) with a shallow section for children.
• BBQ Area: Traditional charcoal grill for preparing authentic Cretan meals.
• Sun Terrace: Large stone-paved area with sun loungers, umbrellas, and an outdoor shower.
• Dining Al Fresco: A shaded outdoor dining table where you can enjoy your meals while watching the sunset over the sea.

šŸ“ Prime Location in Kyrianna Village Villa Katifes is situated just outside the charming village of Kyrianna, providing the ultimate sense of freedom and quiet. You are just a short drive from the lively beaches of Rethymno`s north coast and the historical heart of the island.

Beach: 5,6 km (Sfakaki / Pigianos Kampos).
Local Taverna: 1.7 km (In Kyrianna village).
Supermarket / Bakery: 1.5 km.
Rethymno City: 12 km (approx. 20 minutes drive).

🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
The villa’s central location makes it an ideal starting point for exploring the best of Rethymno:
Within 15–30 Minutes:
• Arkadi Monastery: Only 8 km away, a historical monument of immense beauty and importance.
• Ancient Eleutherna: Visit the impressive museum and the archaeological site of this ancient city.
• Margarites Village: Famous for its traditional pottery workshops and picturesque streets.

Perfect Day Trips:
• Rethymno Old Town (20 mins): Walk through the Venetian harbor, the narrow alleys, and the historic Fortezza fortress.
• Kournas Lake (40 mins): Visit Crete`s only freshwater lake for a pedal boat ride and lunch by the water.
• South Coast (1 hour): Explore the wild beauty of Preveli Beach with its palm forest or the clear waters of Plakias.
• Knossos Palace (1 hour 10 mins): Discover the birthplace of Minoan civilization near Heraklion.

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To ensure a stress-free holiday experience, we will send you a link to our GuestGuide4u approximately two weeks prior to your arrival. This guide will include many details for the house, recommendations for local activities in Crete, suggested restaurants, and other helpful travel information.

🧳 Included Services
•Welcome Basket: Filled with local Cretan treats upon arrival.
•Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen change every 3-4 days.
•24/7 Support: Managed by the dedicated CreteVillas4U team.
•Professional Pool & Garden maintenance.

🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost)
•Private Chef, Wine Tasting, Beauty Treatments, or Personal Training.
•Car rentals and transfers (with exclusive guest discounts), sailing trips, guided tours, and private boat rentals.
•Pre-arrival shopping service
•Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call.

A car is recommended for your transportation. We can organize a transfer in order to come to the villa and the day after rental cars can be delivered at the property (extra charge).
1. Guests are welcome to check in from 15:00 on their arrival date and are requested to check out by 11:00 on the day of departure. Early check-in/late check-out is available upon request depending on availability. It is essential to keep us informed of your arrival time or any significant delays to ensure seamless access to the property. Please note that failure to check in by midday the day following your scheduled arrival without prior notification may result in the booking being treated as a cancellation.

2. Only registered guests may enter or stay overnight at the property. Any gathering with additional people must be disclosed and approved before booking; it may be declined or subject to extra charges. If these terms are breached, we reserve the right to deny check-in or require you to vacate the property immediately. In such cases, the booking will be considered cancelled by you, and no refund will be issued, unless we decide otherwise at our sole discretion.

3. Pets are allowed at the villa free of charge upon request. Please inform us in advance, as approval is required. We reserve the right to decline requests, and in certain cases, additional charges may apply.

4. Your comfort is our priority, and we make every effort to ensure the villa is in perfect condition for your stay. If you encounter any issues, such as interruptions with electricity, hot water, or internet, please notify us immediately so we can resolve them promptly.
Guests have a 48-hour window after check-in to report any pre-existing damages or broken facilities. After this period, any damages found will be considered the responsibility of the current guests and must be settled or replaced prior to departure.

5. Smoking is not allowed indoors. Guests are welcome to smoke in outdoor areas, such as the pool deck, balconies, and terraces.

6. Housekeeping: Cleaning and linen changes take place every 3/4 days.
If you wish for the villa to be cleaned more often, it’s possible for an extra charge.

7. Pool: The pool is uncovered and built according to Greek Tourism Organisation (EOT) standards. Children under 12 are not allowed to use the pool without adult supervision. Parents are fully responsible for supervising their children at all times. Use is at your own risk due to potential health and safety risks.

8. Fireplace: Please only use the firewood provided and refrain from burning paper or other combustible materials.

9. The lead guest must be at least 21 years old.

10. Please respect the quiet hours from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM and from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed ONLY in the exterior areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights and return the keys

Do not forget to turn off the A/C units, the lights of the property as well as any elextrical device that you may have used.

Please leave the house in the same confition as you would like to find it when coming here.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

1. Guests are welcome to check in from 15:00 on their arrival date and are requested to check out by 11:00 on the day of departure.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: The villa is friendly and safe for children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed ONLY in the exterior areas

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 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
Property Registration Number 1080560

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ area and Sea View have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ area and Sea View pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ area and Sea View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ area and Sea View?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Villa w/Private Pool, BBQ area and Sea View located?

Set in Rethymno, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Rethimno Kart, Platanes Beach, and Blue Beach. Arkadi Monastery and Sacred Monastery of Arkadi are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Shannon E.

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

Beautiful villa

The villa is amazing with beautiful views. Elena is and excellent host. She replied to emails right away and even provided some delicious treats. It was the perfect spot for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Daniela S.

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

Perfect Holiday

We had the perfect holiday at Villa Katifes. We stayed with three young children. The house was spotless, the pool was brilliant and the host was amazing. The location was great. We couldn’t fault the place. Elena regularly checked in and was on hand to answer any questions. She even dropped round delicious homemade treats. We wouldn’t hesitate to return. Crete was a beautiful place.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clare L.

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

Perfect Villa with incredible views

We absolutely loved the Villa. It was immaculately clean and had everything we needed. The views were incredible and we had a wonderful 10 days exploring the area and chilling by the pool. Elena was very helpful and even brought us a delicious dinner one evening. The local area was fantastic-Kirianna is a charming village and Pigianos Kampos was brilliant with super restaurants and beaches. We particularly enjoyed Indigo Beach Bar, Akrogiali Taverna and Paraplous. We will definitely be returning to this wonderful villa. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Roberto B.

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

House made the difference

Beautiful house, well equipped and kitted up with good taste. Modern, it is a recent build, and fully furnished with a great Patio and outside swimming pool, perfectly maintained. Elena, the property owner, is a sweetheart and she would satisfy any requests. Not impressed by Crete, if it were not for the beautiful beaches, but the house made the difference and contributed massively to make our holiday special.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Fantastic Villa

We had a wonderful time at the villa. It has everything you need for a great vacation. The pool area and outside sitting areas are excellent. The location is so peaceful and quiet and you can see the sea from the villa. The villa was extremely clean and Elena was amazing. She is very knowledgable about the area and was able to answer all our questions. She even made us a Greek dinner one evening which was so kind and thoughtful. The villa is a short drive to the beach and there are some interesting sights very close to the villa. We would recommend this villa to anyone and would stay here again if we return to Crete.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Steve p.

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

The best family holiday yet!

My wife and x2 sons (both under 10 years of age) have had the best family holiday yet at. Everything about the Villa is perfect for a family holiday. The villas facilities are kept to the highest standards throughout, the spaces in the Villa are perfectly conducive for the ultimate family holiday. The location is also fantastic - it’s close enough to lots of activities and restaurants to provide a sociable experience and in the same breath it’s far enough away from the busier areas you can really enjoy some quality (quiet) family time, should you so wish. What really stood out for us was the customer service provided on all fronts. Manos (Property Manager) is an absolute joy to work with building up to the visit - always responded promptly with the exact information needed, in a very polite and informative manor. Elena (Property Owner) is so friendly and welcoming - she stayed in touch with us throughout our stay- to make sure we were happy and we had everything we needed - even dropping off some family food/gifts on multiple occasions. Such a lovely experience by really good/decent human beings who care about your holiday being as good as it possibly can be. We couldn’t recommend the Villa and amazing people involved highly enough - we certainly will be revisiting again in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Susan Z.

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

Superschƶne Villa mit tollem Ausblick und tollem Pool

Die Villa ist sehr schön und hat einen tollen Pool. In der Villa war alles sehr sauber und es hat uns an nichts gefehlt. Einige schöne Überraschungen wurden uns gemacht, z.B. war der Kühlschrank bei Ankunft schon mit ein paar Lebensmitteln gefüllt und frisches Obst stand bereit.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bernhard S.

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

Großzügige Villa

Sehr schƶne neuwertige Villa mit schƶnem Pool. Ruhig und sauber. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anja R.

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

Toller Urlaub!

Wir hatten (4 Erwachsene) eine tolle Zeit in der Villa! Schönes Haus, tolle Aussicht und angenehm ruhig. Durch Elena und Ihren Mann hatten wir eine gute Betreuung vor Ort und es fehlte an nichts. Elena ließ es sich nicht nehmen, auch mal hier und da ein Präsent vorbei zu bringen. Danke für die schöne Zeit :-)
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stefanie L.

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Schƶnes Domizil mit sehr netten Gastgebern

Ein sehr schönes Anwesen bei Rethymnon mit unglaublich aufmerksamen Gastgebern. Sehr sauber, regelmäßige Poolreinigung, nette Bereitstellung eines Essenspaketes bei Ankunft. Sehr gerne wieder :)
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

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Traumurlaub

Das Ferienhaus ist wirklich ein Traum! Wunderschön eingerichtet, super ausgestattete Küche und ein traumhafter Außenbereich mit tollem Pool. Elena und ihr Mann sind sehr gastfreundlich. Anreise- und Abreise waren super unkompliziert. Wir können das Haus nur empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander Z.

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

Traumhaus mit ganz tollen Gastgebern

Wir waren Ende Mai 2022 für zwei Wochen in der Villa! Einen besseren Ort hätten wir für unseren Aufenthalt auf Kreta nicht aussuchen können. Das Haus war genau wie auf den Bildern, sehr sauber und mit allem ausgestattet, was man zum Leben braucht. Der Ausblick aufs Meer ist ganz besonders, insbesondere bei Sonnenuntergang. Die Gastgeber Elena und Stelios waren herausragende Gastgeber und haben und bei allen Anliegen unterstützt. Wer eine ruhige und entspannte Zeit auf Kreta verbringen will ist hier genau richtig!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Es war alles traumhaft, blitzblank sauber und die Unterstützung von Elena und ihrem Mann war einfach super. Als wir angekommen sind, war der Kühlschrank schon mit allen möglichen Leckereien gefüllt. Auch Wein und Raki haben wir bekommen. Aber das Wichtigste ist die absolute Herzlichkeit der Gastgeber, wir waren rundum zufrieden und können diese Villa nur weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Achim M.

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

Hier würden wir wieder herkommen

Die Fotos geben das Haus gut wieder. Die Lage ist etwas abgelegen, aber gerade in Corona-Zeiten damit auch sicher, genau was wir wollten. Die Ansprechpartner vor Ort sind sehr hilfreich und aktiv. Man fühlt sich wirklich klasse betreut.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Merle S.

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

Traumhaft schƶn!

Wir verbrachten zu viert (2 Erwachsene+2 Jugendliche 19 J ) 2 wunderschöne Wochen in dieser traumhaft schönen Villa. Wir wurden von der hochschwangeren Elena ( Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Baby ! ) sehr freundlich empfangen und es stand auch ein Willkommenspaket mit vielen Leckereien bereit. Die Villa sieht genauso aus, wie auf den Fotos und man fühlt sich sofort wohl. Es hat uns wirklich an nichts gefehlt. Der Pool war ausreichend groß und wurde täglich von Elenas Mann gereinigt. Poolhandtücher werden auch gestellt. Die Klimaanlagen waren so leise und angenehm. Der Blick vom Pool , der Terasse und den oberen Balkonen aus, ist traumhaft schön. Wir konnten auch sehr schöne Sonnenuntergänge genießen. Das Bad im Erdgeschoss ist etwas klein und hat nur eine Bodendusche, ist aber vollkommen ausreichend. Es gibt ja auch noch das obere Bad. Die Villa wurde regelmäßig gereinigt. Wir haben die Reinigung ( mit Wechsel der Handtücher und Bettwäsche ) nur zweimal in Anspruch genommen, es wäre aber häufiger möglich gewesen. Wir standen über Whatsapp in regelmäßigem Kontakt mit Elena, die immer für uns da war. Wir bekamen zwischendurch ein paar griechische Leckereien und einen Abend ein schmackhaftes hausgemachtes Gericht ! Uns hat es an nichts gefehlt. In der Nähe gibt es 2-3 Tavernen. Unsere Lieblingstaverne wurde "The Leaky Cauldron" und "Hovoli". Nach Rethymnon sind es ungefähr 20 Minuten , dann aber bis in die Altstadt hinein auf den Parkplatz, der sehr preiswert ist. An den Strand sind es ungefähr 10 Minuten. Wir waren sehr gerne in dem Strandlokal " Roulis ". Dort gibt es auch Liegen am Strand und leckeres Essen. In dieser Gegend findet man auch viele Lokale, Geschäfte und Supermärkte. In Rethymnon möchte ich noch ein tolles Frühstücks - Brunch - Restaurant namens "Koo Koo" empfehlen. Wir haben uns ausgesprochen wohl in der Villa Katifes gefühlt und auch der Kontakt vorher mit Manos und die Abwicklung der organisatorischen Dinge lief ohne Probleme. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021