Luxurious countryside villa - private pool - close to nature - Prines

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Check out the area

University of Crete9 min drive
Fortezza Castle9 min drive
Rethymnon Venetian Port10 min drive
Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)77 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Luxurious countryside villa - private pool - close to nature

Villa Artemis is a newly built three bedroom country property, situated in some 2 acres of unspoilt natural environment. The lower level of the villa has a table tennis area and an 8m long private pool. A short flight of steps leads up to the main entrance, which in turn opens out into a lovely well furnished lounge/dining room and open plan kitchen. The lounge has a feature fireplace, satellite TV, a DVD and aPlay station 3. The patio doors open out onto the front terrace and pool area. On this level there is also a shower room with hydro massage shower. Next to this is the first air-conditioned bedroom and a shower with WC en-suite. A marble staircase leads up to the first floor and two further bedrooms. Both bedrooms have got terraces overlooking the pool, gardens and the bay of Rethymnon in the distance. On this floor there is also a large bathroom. On the ground floor there is a newly built fitness room where our guests can exercise themselves. Next to the pool and the barbecue there is ample space to dine al-fresco. Local shops are 1km away from the village of Prines. A car is essential.

Changeover day is flexible. The villa must be vacated by 11am on departure day but can be flexible if available. Arrivals at 4pm.

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Property manager

Stella Sofoulaki

Premier Host

Languages

English, Greek

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Gym

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site 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

Property Registration Number 1041K123K2771001

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Erofili Theatre and Venetian Loggia are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Rethymnon and Rethymnon Venetian Port. Travelling with kids? Consider Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

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What's nearby

University of Crete - 9 min drive
Fortezza Castle - 9 min drive
Rethymnon Town Hall - 10 min drive
Rimondi Fountain - 10 min drive
Rethymnon Venetian Port - 10 min drive

Getting around

Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

Γουρουνάκια - 9 min drive
Barrio - 9 min drive
Bikakis Bakery-Cafe-Street Food - 7 min drive
Cavo - 7 min drive
Staras - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious countryside villa - private pool - close to nature pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Luxurious countryside villa - private pool - close to nature?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Luxurious countryside villa - private pool - close to nature located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of University of Crete, Paleontological Museum, and Petres Beach. Episkopi Beach and Blue Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jo L.

31 Jul 2022

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

Fabulous place with truly hospitable hosts

We had a fabulous stay. The views were amazing. The house is a good size and has everything you need. The garden area was well maintained. We loved chilling by the pool. The hosts were incredibly hospitable and generous and helped us find great restaurants and beaches too. A truly lovely week away. To be recommended.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

25 Jul 2022

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

Amazing villa and hosts

Just back from a fabulous stay in Villa Artemis. The villa is beautiful and a great base to explore the island. Rethymno old town is very close and full of lovely restaurants and shops. On the way there you will pass through Atsipopoulo, make sure to go to the bakery beside the 7 days grocery store! Our hosts were so welcoming and did all they could to make sure we had a great holiday, including bringing us treats and presents! I can totally recommend staying at the villa, we were all very sad to leave at the end of our holiday.

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise P.

26 Aug 2019

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

Great place to stay

We had a great time at the villa. The peace and quiet was amazing as were the views. We’re a family of 5 but felt like we had plenty of space outside and in. Stella was very helpful and sat down with us on the first day suggesting places we might like to visit - all were spot on. We went into Rethymnon most evenings to eat out - fabulous old town - but local restaurant The Verandah was lovely too.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Natasha Quarm

12 Sept 2017

Great stay. Fantastic accommodation andhospitality

Stella and family were so welcoming and generous. We ate the best moussaka on our first evening and enjoyed the produce they provided. The villa was perfectly private and surrounded by olive trees. The pool, cleaned every day by brother George, was such a joy for the children and adults alike. The various spaces in the villa provided what we needed as a group with three children and three adults. The villa was clean and well equipt for cooking. The family also cleaned the villa midweeek - changing towels and making it spotless again. The local tavernas were fantastic as was the entire island. We loved having a BBQ at the villa and chilling out there and also having a few days out exploring places near and far. Crete is a fantastic and stunning island. Stella's family villa was a perfect base. We all agreed that it was one of the most relaxing and enjoyable holidays. Thank you also to Stella and her family for helping us sort out a bag which we accidentally left at the villa on our last day. We were so grateful for your help. We would definitely recommend and hope to come back in the future. Many thanks xx Sam, Natasha, Veronica, Mia, Araba and Kweku

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM H.

1 Jun 2017

Wonderful place

We had a truly relaxing peaceful stay in the villa. Beautiful tranquil surroundings yet within 20 mins walk of the local village and tavernas. We would recommend this villa to anyone and the hospitality of Stella and her family make you feel very welcome.

About the host

Hosted by Stella Sofoulaki

I am an English teacher and the manager of two villas - Villa Artemis and Villa Aphrodite- in Prines village (Rethymno). Me and my family have run this business since 2003. We do our best to make our guests feel at home and satisfy their needs. All of us try hard to make our guests' holidays unforgettable!