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TRADITIONAL STONE BUILD HOME NEAR BEACH WITH WI-FI AND PRIVATE POOL
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m
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Rethymno, Crete
- Place, University of Crete6 min drive
- Place, Rethymnon Town Hall8 min drive
- Place, Rethymnon Municipal Garden8 min drive
- Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)70 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
TRADITIONAL STONE BUILD HOME NEAR BEACH WITH WI-FI AND PRIVATE POOL
Villa Phaedra is a traditional stone house 130sqm in a property of 500sqm with private pool and garden, only 10 minutes drive from center of city and 5 minutes drive from beach Situated in a traditional village Prines- in a walking distance from its center ,can accomodate 8 persons .All rooms have AC
Floor Layout:
Ground floor: Living room with fireplace and sofa bed for 2 persons, dining area, full equipped kitchen ,bedroom with 2 single beds , WC/bathroom with bathtub and washing machine ,terrace to swimming pool and garden
First Floor: 2 double bedrooms(two single beds and one king bed) with access to balcony, WC/bathroom with bathtub,balcony
Outside area:Furnished terrace and balcony with sea and forest-oak view
Garden :Βarbecue, sun beds,outside shower ,children games ,private parking for 2 cars and a 30sq.m private pool
Villa can accommodate 6 persons in 3 bedrooms and may extend for 2 more using a twin sofa bed and has a special, on request baby bed.
General:
-Welcome Basket depending your arrival hour
-Changing linen/towel once a week.In case of booking 10 days,twice a week
-Car Rental , with additional discount to our quests
-Transfer service and information
-Local products tasting
-Directions of arriving
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Villa Phaedra,decorated by wood with Cretan traditional style with handmade crafts,offers al the amentities of modern house such BBQ, private parking, WFI , etc. It is surrounded by olives, oaks and Cretan herbs and is Ideal for lovers of country ,beach ,children,families and couples .The hosts can enjoy relaxing,peace,safety and privacy as is fenced by high walls .Most of all the feeling of staying in your home.
INFORMATION OF AREA
Villa is only 200m from the center of village and the traditional village of Prines is 7 kilometres from the vibrant city of Rethymnon and only 2 kilometres from the sea. The village has mini -markets where you can find all the necessary products for basic needs ,3 traditional tavernas and coffees. Also the area lends itself to beautiful excursions and is ideal for those who love nature.You will have also the opportunity to see the traditional style of homes with old arches
Floor Layout:
Ground floor: Living room with fireplace and sofa bed for 2 persons, dining area, full equipped kitchen ,bedroom with 2 single beds , WC/bathroom with bathtub and washing machine ,terrace to swimming pool and garden
First Floor: 2 double bedrooms(two single beds and one king bed) with access to balcony, WC/bathroom with bathtub,balcony
Outside area:Furnished terrace and balcony with sea and forest-oak view
Garden :Βarbecue, sun beds,outside shower ,children games ,private parking for 2 cars and a 30sq.m private pool
Villa can accommodate 6 persons in 3 bedrooms and may extend for 2 more using a twin sofa bed and has a special, on request baby bed.
General:
-Welcome Basket depending your arrival hour
-Changing linen/towel once a week.In case of booking 10 days,twice a week
-Car Rental , with additional discount to our quests
-Transfer service and information
-Local products tasting
-Directions of arriving
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Villa Phaedra,decorated by wood with Cretan traditional style with handmade crafts,offers al the amentities of modern house such BBQ, private parking, WFI , etc. It is surrounded by olives, oaks and Cretan herbs and is Ideal for lovers of country ,beach ,children,families and couples .The hosts can enjoy relaxing,peace,safety and privacy as is fenced by high walls .Most of all the feeling of staying in your home.
INFORMATION OF AREA
Villa is only 200m from the center of village and the traditional village of Prines is 7 kilometres from the vibrant city of Rethymnon and only 2 kilometres from the sea. The village has mini -markets where you can find all the necessary products for basic needs ,3 traditional tavernas and coffees. Also the area lends itself to beautiful excursions and is ideal for those who love nature.You will have also the opportunity to see the traditional style of homes with old arches
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House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are garden games,swing and first-aid box
Events
Events allowed
Pets
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
Property Registration Number 00001356160
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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 recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Rethymno
Located in Rethymno, this villa is in the mountains and near the beach. Port of Rethymnon and Rethymnon Venetian Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.

Rethymno, Crete
What's nearby
- University of Crete - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Rethymnon Town Hall - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
- Rethymnon Municipal Garden - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
- Rethymnon Cathedral - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
- Rethymnon Venetian Port - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- To Stsvrodromi Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Ovelos - 8 min drive
- Τα Σουβλάκια του Γαγάνη - 16 min walk
- το γλυκό μου - 8 min drive
- Μεζεδοπωλείο Αστέρας - Asteras - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
1 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Päivi L.
13 April 2016
Lovely villa in nice village!
Päivi L.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate P.
7 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely villa
Kate P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Johan E.
24 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful villa near Rethymno
Johan E.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kirsty M.
1 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
Kirsty M.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Caroline T.
13 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prines
Caroline T.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jean-bernard M.
23 September 2013
Second stay, but not the last
Jean-bernard M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lianne B.
25 June 2017
Immaculately presented villa in a restful location
Lianne B.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeanette B.
15 May 2018
Perfect house
Jeanette B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Dimphychel C.
7 August 2014
It was great!
Dimphychel C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Richard P.
19 June 2016
A wonderful villa in a beautiful place
Richard P.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Alan B.
10 April 2017
This lovely villa is exactly as shown in the photographs and Alexandra was the perfect hostess.
Alan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
22 October 2013
Great House
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Arne S.
31 May 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean villa.
Arne S.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
5 May 2014
Wonderful villa
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Richard & Susan H.
23 June 2015
Nice House/Village A Few Miles From Tourist Area
Richard & Susan H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Karen F.
27 August 2016
Lovely house in beautiful Cretan village
Karen F.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Neil M.
2 August 2015
Exactly as described - very nice for whole family
Neil M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Graham M.
6 August 2018
Absolutely wonderful villa and holiday
Graham M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ciprian M.
12 September 2015
Perfect for our family
Ciprian M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Philip S.
23 October 2015
Pretty nice in Prines
Philip S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
31 August 2013
Holiday to Crete
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Julian B.
12 July 2015
Wonderful Villa & Holiday
Julian B.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Thomas U.
4 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thomas U.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay
Irene M.
26 July 2025
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About the host
Hosted by Aleksandra Apostolaki
Languages:
English, French, German, Greek
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