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

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Een buitenzwembad en een verwarmd zwembad
Buiten dineren
Interieur
4 slaapkamers, een strijkplank/strijkijzer, wifi, beddengoed
Een koelkast, een microgolfoven, een kookplaat, een vaatwasser

Gehele woning

4 slaapkamers2 badkamersMax. aantal: 8150 m²

Populaire voorzieningen

  • Zwembad
  • Parkeerplaatsen beschikbaar
  • Wasmachine
  • Open haard
  • Airconditioning
  • Keuken

Over deze accommodatie

Een plek voor jezelf

Je hebt de gehele woning helemaal voor jezelf en hoeft dus alleen met je reisgezelschap te delen.

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.

Accommodatiebeheerder

George Kokkinakis

Talen

Engels, Duits, Grieks

Voeg datums toe voor prijzen

Accommodatie-voorzieningen

Strand

  • Strandlakens

Zwembad/spa

  • Buitenzwembad
  • Privézwembad
  • Verwarmd zwembad

Internet

  • Beschikbaar in de villa: wifi

Parkeren en vervoer

  • Parkeerplekken ter plaatse

Keuken

  • Afwasmachine
  • Blender
  • Broodrooster
  • Koelkast
  • Koffiezetapparaat/waterkoker
  • Kookgerei, borden en bestek
  • Kookplaat
  • Microgolfoven

Slaapkamers

  • 4 slaapkamers
  • Beddengoed inbegrepen

Badkamer

  • 2 badkamers
  • Bad of douche
  • Haardroger
  • Handdoeken inbegrepen

Woonruimtes

  • Open haard
  • Woonkamer

Entertainment

  • Boeken
  • Dvd-speler
  • Smart-tv met kabel-/satellietzenders
  • Stereo-installatie

Buiten

  • Balkon
  • Barbecue
  • Tuinmeubels

Wasvoorzieningen

  • Wasmachine
  • Wasserette

Comfort

  • Airconditioning
  • Verwarming

Huisdieren

  • Geen huisdieren toegelaten

Toegankelijkheidsvoorzieningen

  • Heb je specifieke toegankelijkheidsbehoeften? Neem dan contact op met de accommodatie via de contactgegevens in de boekingsbevestiging.
  • Toegankelijkheidsvoorzieningen in de kamer
  • Rookvrije accommodatie

Diensten en faciliteiten

  • Strijkijzer/strijkplank

Dingen om te doen

  • Verwarmd zwembad

Veiligheidsvoorzieningen

  • Geen koolmonoxidemelder vermeld (De eigenaar heeft niet aangegeven of er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie. Breng eventueel zelf een draagbare melder mee.)
  • Geen rookmelder vermeld (de eigenaar heeft niet aangegeven of er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
  • EHBO-doos

Algemeen

  • Unitgrootte: 150 vierkante meter

Gelijkaardige accommodaties

Een buitenzwembad en een verwarmd zwembad

Superb villa Rogdia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking from local amenities

  • Zwembad
  • Keuken
  • Wasmachine
  • Gratis wifi
10.0 van 10, Uitzonderlijk, 26 beoordelingen
Superb villa Rogdia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking from local amenities

Beleid

Inchecken

Inchecken kan vanaf 15.00 uur

Uitchecken

Uitchecken voor 11.00 uur

Speciale incheckinstructies

Je ontvangt een e-mail van de eigenaar met instructies over het in- en uitchecken

Huisdieren

Geen huisdieren toegelaten

Kinderen en extra bedden

Kinderen zijn welkom.

Belangrijke informatie

Algemene info

Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd door een particuliere eigenaar, d.w.z. een persoon die niet handelt vanuit zijn/haar vakgebied, bedrijf of beroep. De consumentenwetgeving van de EU, met inbegrip van het herroepingsrecht, is niet van toepassing op je boeking. Voor je boeking geldt het annuleringsbeleid van de particuliere eigenaar.
Afhankelijk van het accommodatiebeleid kan voor extra personen een toeslag worden aangerekend.
Tijdens het inchecken dien je in het geval van incidentele kosten mogelijk een geldig identiteitsbewijs voor te leggen en een borgsom in contanten, per bankkaart of kredietkaart te betalen.
Speciale verzoeken kunnen, indien mogelijk, bij check-in worden ingewilligd. Hiervoor kunnen extra kosten worden aangerekend. Speciale verzoeken kunnen niet worden gegarandeerd.
Feesten of groepsevenementen ter plaatse zijn ten strengste verboden
De eigenaar heeft niet aangegeven of er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie. Breng eventueel zelf een draagbare melder mee.
De eigenaar heeft niet aangegeven of er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De accommodatie beschikt over de volgende veiligheidsvoorziening: een EHBO-koffer
Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd via onze partner, Vrbo. Je ontvangt een e-mail van Vrbo met een link naar een Vrbo-account, waarmee je je boeking kunt aanpassen of annuleren.
Registratienummer van de accommodatie 00001056915

Overige info

Wegens de nationale wetgeving mogen contante betalingen bij deze accommodatie het bedrag van GBP 500 niet overschrijden. Contacteer de accommodatie via de gegevens in de boekingsbevestiging voor meer informatie.

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Over deze buurt

Kaart
Rethymno, Crete

In de buurt

  • Universiteit van Kreta - 6 min. rijden - 4.2 km
  • Gemeentetuin van Rethimnon - 7 min. rijden - 5.7 km
  • Fortezza - 7 min. rijden - 5.0 km
  • Venetiaanse Poort van Rethimnon - 8 min. rijden - 6.5 km
  • Rimondi-fontein - 8 min. rijden - 5.3 km

Lokaal vervoer

  • Chania (CHQ-Luchthaven Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 61 min. rijden

Restaurants

  • ‪Ζαμπια - ‬6 min. rijden
  • ‪Γουρουνάκια - ‬7 min. rijden
  • ‪Zampia Taverna - ‬6 min. rijden
  • ‪Sunset - ‬7 min. rijden
  • ‪Bikakis Bakery-Cafe-Street Food - ‬5 min. rijden

Veelgestelde vragen

Beschikt Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities over een zwembad?

Ja, deze accommodatie heeft een buitenzwembad. Deze accommodatie beschikt onder meer over een verwarmd zwembad.

Zijn huisdieren welkom bij Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities?

Nee, assistentiedieren zijn niet welkom bij deze accommodatie.

Hoe laat kan ik bij Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities inchecken?

Inchecken is mogelijk vanaf 15.00 uur.

Tot hoe laat kan ik bij Family villa Elia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities uitchecken?

Je dient om uiterlijk 11.00 uur uit te checken.

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

Deze villa in Rethymnon ligt en op 5 km afstand van Universiteit van Kreta, Gerechtshof van Rethimnon en Gemeentetuin. Ook Valide Sultana-moskee en Grote Poort liggen op 5 km afstand.

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

Beoordelingen

10

Uitzonderlijk

Gastenscore: 10 - Uitstekend. 46 van 47 beoordelingen
Gastenscore: 8 - Goed. 1 van 47 beoordelingen
Gastenscore: 6 - Redelijk. 0 van 47 beoordelingen
Gastenscore: 4 - Matig. 0 van 47 beoordelingen
Gastenscore: 2 - Ontzettend slecht. 0 van 47 beoordelingen

10/10

Netheid

Beoordelingen

10/10 – Uitstekend

Felix Q.

Positief: Netheid

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.
8 nachten verbleven in september 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

Lesley F.

Positief: Netheid

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.
7 nachten verbleven in mei 2025

10/10 – Uitstekend

Maren T.

Positief: Netheid

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.
14 nachten verbleven in september 2024

10/10 – Uitstekend

Clare R.

Positief: Netheid

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.
7 nachten verbleven in augustus 2024

10/10 – Uitstekend

Niklas G.

Positief: Netheid

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.
10 nachten verbleven in juni 2024

10/10 – Uitstekend

David B.

Positief: Netheid

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!!!
5 nachten verbleven in mei 2024

10/10 – Uitstekend

LUCY S.

Positief: Netheid

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!
11 nachten verbleven in oktober 2023

10/10 – Uitstekend

COLIN C.

Positief: Netheid

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!
10 nachten verbleven in augustus 2023

10/10 – Uitstekend

Andrew L., Nottingham

Positief: Netheid

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.
14 nachten verbleven in juli 2023

10/10 – Uitstekend

Andre K.

Positief: Netheid

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.
12 nachten verbleven in oktober 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

anders S.

Positief: Netheid

Anmeldelse

Skønt
6 nachten verbleven in juli 2021

10/10 – Uitstekend

Thomas S., Germany

Positief: Netheid

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!
6 nachten verbleven in oktober 2020

10/10 – Uitstekend

Andreas P., Deutschland

Positief: Netheid

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.
11 nachten verbleven in oktober 2020

10/10 – Uitstekend

Dan M.

Positief: Netheid

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.
5 nachten verbleven in september 2019

10/10 – Uitstekend

Geverifieerde reiziger

Positief: Netheid

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!

10/10 – Uitstekend

Gemma W.

Positief: Netheid

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.
10 nachten verbleven in augustus 2019

10/10 – Uitstekend

Laurence H.

Positief: Netheid

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

10/10 – Uitstekend

Peter Y.

Positief: Netheid

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.
8 nachten verbleven in juni 2019

10/10 – Uitstekend

Lister T.

Positief: Netheid

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.

10/10 – Uitstekend

Lister T.

Positief: Netheid

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!
14 nachten verbleven in juni 2019

10/10 – Uitstekend

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.
7 nachten verbleven in september 2018

10/10 – Uitstekend

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
14 nachten verbleven in juni 2018

10/10 – Uitstekend

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.
7 nachten verbleven in juni 2018

10/10 – Uitstekend

Julie H., Eastbourne England

This is by far the best run villa we have ever stayed in

George and his family really care about you, your holiday and their villa. Nothing is too much trouble. Maria ( Georges Mum) sent in home made treats during the stay which is a lovely touch. There was nothing during our 3 week stay that I can say was even slightly wrong. The Villa is perfectly situated for popping to the bakers or supermarket and local tavernas or sightseeing as the village is 5 minutes from the main road Which takes you everywhere on Crete. Rethymno with its amazing old town and beaches is 10 minutes by car. We drove down some nights and got a €10 taxi back . We also caught the local bus (just outside the villa gates) into Rethymno. I cant rate this Villa highly enough.
21 nachten verbleven in mei 2018

10/10 – Uitstekend

Holly S.

Lovely villa for family holiday

We had a great time at Villa Elias which was ideal for two families with children. The house is recently built to a very high standard with traditional materials, solid wood doors, shutters and charming and practical features. It is very well equipped and comfortable and our children loved the pool, even though it was a bit cold at the start of April! George and his family were lovely, he couldn't have done more to help offering assistance with taxis or care hire. They made us feel really welcome, and we were touched when he brought traditional food to share celebrating Easter with his family. George was immediately on hand if we needed anything. The village of Atsipopoulo is small and out of season only one of the tavernas was open, but with superb local food. There are many cafes and the bakery next door and supermarket 100 yards away met all our needs. It is very small but extremely picturesque and we enjoyed walking through the narrow lanes until you reach olive groves and farmland. There is a regular bus to Rethymno from outside the villa and the timetable was helpfully provided, it's a very short bus ride to Rethymno. This was our first time in Crete and we would definitely come again, thank you George and family for hosting us!
7 nachten verbleven in april 2018