Discover the Perfect Spot Between Village Charm and Coastal Vibes Located between the picturesque village of Adele and the popular seaside resort of Adelianos Kampos, this area perfectly combines the tranquility of Cretan countryside with the vibrant atmosphere of the coast. Just a 10 minute drive from the enchanting Old Town of Rethymno, you’ll be surrounded by olive groves, traditional tavernas, and golden sandy beaches. Whether you’re looking to relax under the sun, explore hidden mountain villages, or enjoy the island’s famous hospitality and cuisine, this is the ideal base for your Cretan escape. Peaceful, authentic, and close to everything. Our retreat is just 500 m away, on foot, from the nearest mini market and bus stop which has regular itineraries which is very convenient. Our villa is located between the traditional and historical village Adele (800m) and a popular seaside suburb of Rethymno named Adelianos kampos ( 1500m) In Adelianos kampos there are many possibilities for good food and drinks, nightlife and entertainment. Everything you need is at hand’s reach! The villa is surrounded by 2 acres of gardens, fruit bearing trees, palm trees, flowers and surfaces with grass and lawn. Villa Periklis is a great place for a relaxing and peaceful vacation, for families, as well as for couples, as it offers full privacy. It’s a perfect house if you’re travelling with your kids, because all rooms are on the ground floor, which enables you to have easier and more complete supervision in all areas. In its garden and pool you can spend endless hours of fun, games and do any other activity you like, such as yoga or reading your favourite book by the pool with a nice cool drink! The wonderful ground terrace with its patio furniture and wooden canopy for sun protection, makes outdoor dinning a very pleasant experience, you would want to repeat daily!
The Villa has an adults’ pool (25 m2 surface and 1,50 m depth) and a children's pool (10 m2 surface and 0,60 m depth) with sun beds and umbrellas, surrounded by a large area of lawn. Your children will love it and spend hours splashing and diving and you all gonna get a lovely suntan, which will remind you of these unforgettable holiday moments! There is also a BBQ in the garden area, which you will find very useful for the preparation of your meals in the garden. There is an outdoor sink too, so you’ll eliminate the clutter in the kitchen. A ping pong table can also be found for unlimited hours of fun!
The Villa has 3 bedrooms, which can accommodate 6 persons. The fully equipped kitchen communicates with the living room area and has extra windows and another door. It is very spacious, so you can cook with ease and has lots of cabinets and a lovely dining area. Two of the bedrooms have two single beds each and a joined bathroom, while the third bedroom has a double bed and an en-suite bathroom. All bedrooms are tastefully decorated and they all have bedside tables, wardrobes and view to the garden. The comfortable mattress make sure that you’ll have a good nigh’t sleep! The Villa is equipped with a first aid kit, an linens, covers, blankets and towels. There also is a solar boiler system, which provides hot water all day long.
Property Notes: - Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner. - Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every four days. - Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included. - Air conditioning units serve heating purposes. - Baby cot and high chair available if needed. - Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the house and in the garden. - All in-house electronics are available, included cable TV and a Netflix account, kettle, toaster, french coffee maker, nespresso, dishwasher, food processor (multi), microwave, mount fridge with freezer, juice maker, kitchenware and utensils, washing machine, iron and iron board. - Free Parking space outside the property. - Sun beds and umbrellas available. - Pool operates seasonally (April - October)
Security Camera Disclosure: For your safety and the security of the property, please note that there are two outdoor security cameras installed : One camera is located at the main entrance, monitoring the front entry and the street access. One camera is located at the side of the house, monitoring the garden area. Both devices record video for security purposes. There are no cameras or surveillance devices located inside the property.
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Property Registration Number 1041K91003014401
Property # 11693284
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Rethymno
Rethymno is home to this villa. Rethymnon Venetian Port and Rethimno Kart are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Platanes Beach and Blue Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Paleontological Museum and Reptisland. Waterskiing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
Γρηγόρης μικρογεύματα - 18 min walk
Yolo Coffee Bar - 3 min drive
Pagona's Place - 3 min drive
Taverna Stratos - 3 min drive
Sky Park - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Periklis Villa, The Ultimate Summer Retreat! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Periklis Villa, The Ultimate Summer Retreat!?
As of 30 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Periklis Villa, The Ultimate Summer Retreat! on 5 June 2026 start from NZ$552, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Periklis Villa, The Ultimate Summer Retreat! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Periklis Villa, The Ultimate Summer Retreat!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Periklis Villa, The Ultimate Summer Retreat! located?
This family-friendly Rethymno villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Platanes Beach and Rethimno Kart. Horse Park Rethymno and Blue Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Fantastic house, garden and pool - incredible accommodating and loving hosts. Nice beachtown.
Trine T.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Trine, thank you for giving us a perfect rating and we hope to welcome you again in our Villa! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
17 June 2017
Excellent villa.
Excellent villa lots different areas in sun and shade. Very modern, beds comfortable and a large garden full of various fruit trees. Owners were very nice and helpful. Definitely going there again.
Brian M.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Brian , we are truly happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we are looking forward to welcome you "home" again! Regards, Valia Kokkinou.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Liz M.
30 January 2019
Amazing villa!
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful house! Everything was perfect! We really enjoyed our holiday in villa periklis! Thank you Maria! Thank you Think villa team!
Liz M.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Liz, thank you so much for taking the time to write such an amazing review about our Villa! It was our pleasure having you as guests! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon T.
26 July 2018
Very high standard , Maria was great.
Very good
Sharon T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Sharon, thank you for giving us a perfect rating and we hope to welcome you again in our Villa! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Great villa, amazing pool and garden with fresh
fruits. Very friendly and hospitable owner. It was just a perfect stay in this object. Our kids didn't want to leave the pool anymore. The way to the beach is not too far and so no problem.
We will come back again one time!!!
Rudolf M.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Rudolf, we really appreciate your great review and we hope to see you again on your next trip to Crete! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Just lovely, prefect size for 6 adults and spotlessly clean.
Outside area was the highlight, sitting around the large pool or having a bbq. The ground and gardens added to the privacy.
Quiet location and never felt overlooked.
Some fantastic restaurants around too.
One point a car really is needed but the local taxis were very reasonable if we wanted to ditch the car for the evening.
Thank you Maria
Billie A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Billie , we are truly happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we are looking forward to welcome you "home" again! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Louisa G.
7 September 2017
Fantastic villa - beautiful outside and inside living
We have just returned home from a fantastic week here. Maria (the owner) was so welcoming / helpful and we also really appreciated the fantastic gifts of fresh fruit, drinks and snacks on arrival. The villa cannot be faulted - lovely decor, spotlessly clear and is very well equipped. The area is peaceful and relaxing, but is also very close to amenities and restaurants too. The sandy beaches on the way to Chania and on the south of the island are particularly beautiful. We had great meals out and enjoyed BBQs at the villa too. One week was just not long enough!
Louisa G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Louisa, thank you for writing such great things about our Villa and services! We hope to have the chance to host you again in the future! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Just returned from a 2 week stay at this amazing villa, the property is in an amazing location, the photos really don’t do the villa justice, amazing gardens and pool and the villa itself is kept spotless. Maria is always on hand if you where to have any problems, and after a delayed flight and not getting to the villa till very late to be greeted with a unbelievable welcome pack was very nice and appreciated touch. The villa is in a peaceful location but still only a 10 min drive to all the restaurants and bars in Rethymno.
John C.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear John, thank you for this amazing review and we would really love to host you again in our Villa! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jana L.
9 August 2017
Beautiful house
The house, garden and pool area are beautiful and Maria, the landlady, and her family are just lovely and looked after us so well. One thing, though: you will definitely need a car to get to a beach and the nearest resort, unless you like walking for at least 35 mins (one way) on roads or a rough path. The one thing you can reach quite quickly (and which is very practical!) is a well-stocked Mini Market. Apart from that, though, we absolutely recommend the property and would definitely go again!
Jana L.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Jana, thank you for this amazing review and we would really love to host you again in our Villa! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Faye R.
11 September 2018
Wow ..... what an amazing time we had!
Staying at Maria's villa was a fantastic experience. The villa is beautiful, clean and even better than the photographs can capture. Maria and her family were so helpful and kind.
We would definatley love to come back to stay here again but would hire a car next time as it is in a quite rural area. There is a little supermarket that can be walked to which takes about 20 mins but the Lidl and restaraunts are a hilly drive away. We knew there was a bus stop close but did not try this.
We would definately recommend this villa ....... simply beautiful!
Faye R.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Faye, thank you for this amazing review and we would really love to host you again in our Villa! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Annemarie W.
1 November 2017
Great villa with all that you could wish for!!
We had a great stay in Villa Periklis. The owners were very kind and helpfull. The villa itself was wonderful, with everything you could wish for. The BBQ area was our favorite spot to spend many hours in the evening, having great diners and board games.
Inside and outside, the property was spotless clean and well maintained. The orchard was great and we could pick our own fruit like pomegranate, oranges and lemon. The garden was maintained every day to keep it beautiful as it is. The fence around the property is great for families with small children.
Going outside, the beach is really nearby. We visited several restaurants. Two of them I would recommend: Taverna Fantastico with its wonderfull view and Alekos in Armeni. The latter one serves real local food without a menu. Rethymno is recommended for a nice town visit. Also Arkadi Monestry is a visit worthwhile.
Would definitely recommend this villa.
Annemarie W.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Annemarie, thank you so much for taking the time to write such an amazing review about our Villa! It was our pleasure having you as guests! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hans H.
5 May 2019
Fantastische villa
We hebben een prachtige vakantie gehad in deze fantastische villa. Alles perfect geregeld door Mrs. Maria en Homeaway, complimenten! Villa is ruim en van alle gemakken voorzien.
Een huurauto is wel aan te bevelen, ritje met de taxi naar Rethymon koste EURO 12.
Fam. Heerink, Nederland
Hans H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Beste Hans, hartelijk bedankt voor uw review. Fijn om te horen dat u van een prachtige vakantie heeft genoten in onze villa. Wij hopen u snel weer op Kreta te mogen verwelkomen! Vriendelijke groet, ThinkVilla Team
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Schwenke S.
1 November 2017
Tolles Haus, super-freundlichen Gastgeberin
Ein tolles Haus mit allen Annehmlichkeiten, das tatsächlich mindestens so schön ist, wie in den Fotos gezeigt. Alles makellos sauber, sehr gute Ausstattung, es hat uns (Familie mit zwei Kindern) an nichts gefehlt.
Maria, die Gastgeberin, hat uns sehr herzlich begrüßt und auch schon eine Basis-Ausstattung an Getränken und Lebensmitteln für uns bereit gelegt. Besonderes Highlight war für uns der Obstgarten, aus dem wir jeden Morgen unseren Orangensaft frisch pflücken durften.
Ein Auto ist nötig, wir fanden Google Maps ausserdem extrem hilfreich, denn unser Navi konnte leider mit den Kretischen Straßennamen nicht viel anfangen.
Vielen, vielen Dank, wir kommen gerne wieder!
Schwenke S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Susanne , thank you for giving us a perfect rating and we hope to welcome you again in our Villa! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Susanne J.
23 October 2016
Wunderschöne Villa
Wir haben uns in dieser Villa sehr wohl gefühlt!
Die Villa bot ausreichend Platz für eine Familie mit 4 Teenagern.
Wunderschöne gepflegte riesige Außenanlage mit Pool und Obstbäumen, hier durften Granatäpfel, Mandarinen und Orangen frisch vom Baum gepflückt werden.
Besonders herzlicher Empfang durch die Eigentümerin Maria. Im Kühlschrank warteten gekühlte Getränke wie Softdrinks, Wein und Bier, frisches Obst und Gebäck in einer Schale. So herzlich wurden wir noch nie begrüßt!!!!
Die Villa war blitzsauber und es fehlt an nichts, wir würden hier sofort wieder Urlaub buchen, sehr empfehlenswert!!!
Susanne J.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Susanne, thank you so much for recommending our villa to other travellers and we hope to have you back soon! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Corine L.
5 January 2016
Superbe vacances
Nous avons pu passer de superbe vacances dans cette magnifique maison où tout était parfait.
Corine L.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Dear Corine, thank you for giving us a perfect rating and we hope to welcome you again! Regards, ThinkVilla Team.
About the host
Hosted by Maria Gavala
My name is Maria, I was born and raised in Rethymno, where I still live with my family. I truly enjoy meeting people from different cultures and civilization as it gives me the chance to share experiences and learn new perspectives. I love exploring new places whenever I get the chance and I also value spending quality time with my friends and family. Hosting guests is a wonderful way for me to connect with people from around the world and make them feel welcome in my hometown.
Why they chose this property
There are paths that lead through olive groves, to amazing trees and beaudiful flowers. Hiking is ideal in our neighborhood. Cycling also offers enjoyable trips in the area as you can take a trip to the picturesque villages that are nearby such as Adele (700 meters), Pigi(1500 m), Agia Paraskevi (1000 meters), Maroulas village (1500 m) and many other traditional villages.
What makes this property unique
Villa Periklis is located in nature. There are hundreds of years old olive trees that enchant you! At the same time, the accommodation is only 1.5 kilometers from the sea, tourist shops, cafes and everything else you need. It has modern comfortable spaces, a large yard and a terrace. The gardens are magical! The environment is very friendly and beautiful!