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Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach,

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of the sea.
A view of a swimming pool with a stone wall and trees in the background.
A bedroom with a stone wall, a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a TV on a stone shelf, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A cozy living room with a stone wall, a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table with fruit, and a television on a wooden stand.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a television, and a sofa.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Facing the beach, this vacation home accommodates 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It includes 1 outdoor pool, 1 hot tub, and 1 bicycle. Enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and parasailing nearby. The property features beach views, a balcony, yard, and patio. It welcomes pets and offers a private chef and games.

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Place, beach near Gerani
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Crete
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Rethymnon Town Hall
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach,

Villa Sifina

Enjoy your vacation on the Island of the Gods in this fantastic villa!
We look after our villa ourselves and ensure that it is always well maintained.
The villa is equipped with back-friendly mattresses.
There are new windows with fly screens throughout the house and the bedrooms also have shutters. The pool is equipped with stairs and tiled with light mosaic tiles.

This stone house, built in a traditional style, is located on the outskirts of the old picturesque village of Prines, approx. 5 km from the town of Rethymnon. It is located on a plot of approximately 500 m² with wonderful views of the sea and the White Mountains. Villa Sifina has a living space of approx. 80 m² and is suitable for 4-5 people (5th person on sofa or extra bed).

The villa has been furnished with great attention to detail and guarantees a high level of living comfort. All rooms are equipped with wooden beamed ceilings and some stone pictures and stone niches are integrated into the walls.

On the ground floor you will find a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee machine and kettle, which is separated from the living room by an arch. In the living room with air conditioning you will find a flat screen TV with satellite reception (approx. 50 German channels), stereo system with CD player, as well as a DVD player and DVDs and books. Internet access is available via a fixed Internet connection with WLAN (flat rate).

The villa is comfortably furnished.
Through a passage you reach the daylight bathroom, which is equipped with a shower/toilet, large washbasin and hairdryer. There is also a bedroom (1xDB) with TV, AC and built-in wardrobe with safe. A staircase takes you to the 1st floor where there is another bedroom (1x DB) with built-in wardrobe, air conditioning, television and an en suite bathroom with toilet and vanity. The bedrooms can be darkened. From this bedroom you have access to the upper terrace (approx. 35 m²), which is equipped with high-quality loungers and exclusive lounge furniture. Half of it is covered with a pergola. Underfloor heating (payable on site) ensures further comfort, which also makes the house interesting for long-term vacationers in the colder months. The villa is of course equipped with bathrobes, towels, shower towels, pool towels and bed linen. (Baby bed and high chair available if required)

A washing machine, ironing board and iron are also available.
For stays of more than 7 nights, an interim cleaning in the middle of the booked period is included.

In the garden there is an approximately 35 m² swimming pool with loungers, parasols and a terrace with garden furniture, as well as an outdoor shower.

You can reach the nearest beach after approx. 3 km. There are taverns and two mini markets in town. In the town of Atsipopolo, about 2 km, there are also mini markets, super markets, excellent bakers and taverns.

There is a bus connection from Prines to Rethymnon. A car is recommended to explore the wonderful surroundings.

The pool is not in operation from December to the end of March.

The length of stay from December 1st. until 31.03. is at least 28 nights.

The length of stay from April 1st. until May 21st is at least 7 nights.

From 01.05. - 06.11. All additional costs are included in the rental price.

Check-in time is 2:00 p.m., check-out time is 10:00 a.m. Early check-in and late check-out can be booked if available.

Official authorization from the Greek Tourism Authority EOT: 1041K91002956901

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Wir bitten nur draussen zu rauchen

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1041K91002956901
Property # 2809937
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Great Gate and Fortezza Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rethymnon Municipal Garden and Municipal Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • beach near Gerani - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • University of Crete - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Fortezza Castle - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Town Beach - 11 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castaway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Secret Gorge - Restaurant & Wine Tasting Experience - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪To Stsvrodromi Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pit Stop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Μεζεδοπωλείο Αστέρας - Asteras - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, ?

As of 3 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, on 31 October 2026 start from NZ$2,234, 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 Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of University of Crete, Paleontological Museum, and Blue Beach. Town Beach and Petres Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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