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Island Crete

Crete - Holidays on the largest Greek island of the Aegean Sea in natural stone houses, luxury villas or traditional country houses with private swimming pool

Crete, the southernmost island of Europe, offers a Mediterranean climate with many hours of sunshine and is, not least because of its long history, the star among the Greek islands and therefore one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. The "paradise of Crete" has something special to offer for every Greece lover. Besides olive groves, rough and rugged mountain ranges characterize the wonderful landscape. Crete enchants with many beautiful beaches, almost two and a half thousand meter high mountains, famous and deep gorges and fertile plateaus. On an extension of two hundred and sixty kilometres from east to west and up to sixty kilometres from north to south you will experience an island of extreme scenic contrasts. In addition to its fantastic cultural heritage just waiting to be explored, Crete sets almost unattainable standards with its culinary highlights. The Cretans themselves are a particularly friendly and proud people, but first and foremost, they offer boundless hospitality.

Convince yourself of this and experience "pure Crete" in one of our carefully selected villas with private swimming pool, which are also ideal for a family holiday, and treat yourself to an unforgettable break.

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Beautiful beaches to rugged mountains

One of the most beautiful beaches of Crete and even Europe is the shell beach of Elafonisi, whose turquoise water contrasts paradisiacally with the pink to pink tinted sand. The pink colour results from all the crushed shells, which colour the sand and the shallow sea there. The sandy beach at the south-western tip of the island is further characterized by several sandbanks that run through the turquoise water. This is where the "Caribbean feeling" really comes into being - fine sand, ankle-deep, wide-stretching lagoon in perfect sickle shape. Elafonisi beach, located in the far west, is also very popular with families, although it may take some time to get there due to its remote location.

About 60 km northwest of Chania is the white lagoon beach Balos with the island Gramvousa in front of it. A multitude of mussel and coral particles give this beach its particularly bright colouring. Please note that the way to the beach is connected with a small trekking tour through rocky sections downwards - therefore sturdy shoes are recommended! If you don't want to walk to the parking lot by car, you can also take a ferry from Kissamos harbour. Regardless of which route you choose, it is worth it, although this beach is very well visited due to its exceptional beauty. Especially on foot, arriving from above, you will find a stunning view of the Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island, and you may even be able to observe the amazing fauna (falcons, monk seals and the occasional Caretta-Caretta sea turtle).

At the north-eastern end of Crete, Vai beach is famous for its palm trees. This beach is home to the only naturally growing date palm grove in Greece and even Europe with over 5000 palm trees. Legend has it that the palm trees grew from seeds that were disposed of by Saracen pirates and washed up by the sea. Besides this event, Vai is a real dream beach because of its natural beauty with fine sand and crystal clear water. In addition, there are many other beautiful and also well-known sandy beaches, such as Komos, Triopetra, Agios Georgios, Agia Fotia, Falasarna, palm beach Preveli along the coast of Crete.

Furthermore, the island of Crete is defined by a mountain range extending from west to east, which is basically steeper towards the south coast and flatter towards the north. Lefka Ori (the White Mountains) is the largest and westernmost mountain range on the island, but the highest mountain Psiloritis, at 2456 metres, belongs to the Ida Mountains, which are located in central Crete and which form an imposing structure alongside the fertile Messara Plain. The mountain ranges of the fascinating White Mountains are partly still forested with maritime pines, cypresses and special oaks. From there, Europe's longest gorge, Samaria, stretches 17 km to the southern coast, which can be hiked through in the summer months with a little practice and good equipment and makes the hiking heart of those who come from all over the world beat faster. With a little luck you will see exotic plants as well as Cretan wild goats. A fantastic view is guaranteed in any case!

The Dikti Mountains, located in the eastern part of the Aegean island, line the famous and also fertile Lasithi plateau, where you can still see many windmills that were used for the former irrigation of agriculture. The famous Psychro Cave, also known as Zeus Cave, can be explored here. Guided mountain tours to enjoy a bird's eye view over large parts of Crete are highly recommended. But also easier walks on the many E4 hiking trails are a real pleasure, because the flora and fauna of Crete is unique!

Not to be forgotten are the sandstone caves in Matala, which in the Neolithic Age served as residential and later as burial caves. In the 1960s these hippies attracted people from all over the world. The island also offers many other caves, like Melidoni or Kournas.

Fantastic cultural heritage

One of the most famous archaeological excavations from the time of ancient Greece is the palace of Knossos. This palace represents the glorious time of the Minoans around 2000 BC, during which the Minoan people developed from the Stone Age to a high culture. Many palaces were built during this period in Crete, the palace of Knossos being the most important and largest and also the best preserved in our time. A visit to this palace, or to the palace of Phaistos in the central south of the island, is certainly something special for every visitor to Crete who is interested in culture.

Besides historical buildings and many museums, the particularly picturesque places and harbours are worth a visit. One of these beautiful places is the port city of Chania with its lively and original old town. Enjoy a walk along the charming 14th century Venetian port and feel the impressions of a bygone era along with a gentle sea breeze. The beautiful city of Chania is also famous for its culinary delights. Many particularly good restaurants are located in the old town of Chania.

Heraklion, the capital of the island of Crete, has many other historical sights in addition to the atmospheric old town and the Venetian port, such as the Archaeological Museum, which offers a unique insight into the Minoan culture, the Historical Museum with its Byzantine medieval collection, the Icon Museum with a variety of frescoes and icons and the Natural History Museum with special impressions of the flora and fauna of the eastern Mediterranean.

Also worth a visit is the harbour town of Rethymno with its fortress "Fortezza" and its archaeological museum. Experience the beautiful views in one of the idyllic cafés and traditional Kafenia at the local Venetian port.

The whole island is also characterized by monasteries, churches and palaces worth seeing.

Culinary delight

he Cretan cuisine uses a lot of food that is produced in the country itself. These include tasty olives and olive oil made from them, yoghurt, sheep's cheese, fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as fish and mainly lamb, but also rabbit and chicken. Mediterranean herbs such as oregano, thyme, mint, laurel, rosemary and garlic give the dishes a delicate taste. Various delicacies made from legumes, such as the honey-yellow looking Fava (chickpea puree) are also always on the menu of Cretan taverns. Especially in the summer heat, a fresh tzatziki in combination with a Greek farmer's salad with olives and feta made from sheep's milk is certainly a "must". An appetizer only available on Crete is dakos, where a repeatedly baked bread made of barley flour is topped with slices of tomato, feta and herbs. Also worth mentioning are the pickled wild capers and also the homemade honey, which is produced all over the island.

Very tasty red wines, white wines and rose wines are produced on Crete. The vineyards in Archanes and other wine-growing areas of Crete allow wonderful grapes to ripen. The high-proof Raki, a liquor distilled on the island itself, has a long tradition and should not be missed after a great meal.
As you have surely noticed, it is very easy to find the right delicacies on Crete. The Mediterranean climate allows the growth of many wild herbs to sun-ripened tomatoes as well as oranges and lemons all year round.

The particularly healthy as well as diverse Mediterranean cuisine of Crete will inspire you!

You will be delighted!

Enjoy your holiday in beautiful natural stone houses, traditional country houses and exclusive luxury villas with private swimming pool on the Aegean island of Crete.

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  • 10 Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Opal

Luxury Villa Greece, Mykonos, Mykonos Stadt

Villa Opal is located in a privileged position that allows a magnificent view of the harbor and the vastness of the Aegean Sea, and is not far from the vibrant heart of Mykonos Town.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Glaros Luxury Villa

Villa Greece, Crete, Agioi Apostoli

Glaros Luxury Villa - an ultimate experience in charm and privacy. Nestled on Glaros beach, the villa is a uniquely luxurious feel-good villa concept and a self-contained retreat with two outdoor Jacuzzis as well as a sun terrace.

  • Detached
  • Jacuzzi
  • Sea/beach access
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From €387.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 6 (+1) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Luxury Villa Elounda Beta

Villa Greece, Crete, Plaka

The luxury Villa is the ideal place to find moments of rest and relaxation. The luxurious villa offers modern design and a gigantic view of the pool, the garden and the majestic bay of Mirabelo with the island of Spinelonga inside.

  • Badewanne mit Hydromassage
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €460.00
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  • 4 (+1) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Cayo Two Bedroom Interconnected Pool Room

Suite Greece, Crete, Plaka

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa is a new, modern, ecologically sensitive, luxury resort born out of a passionate love for the art of travel.

  • Heatable pool
  • Private pool
  • Wellness area
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From €515.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Avra Luxury Villa & Spa

Luxury Villa Greece, Zakynthos, Keri

Natural stone villa with private swimming pool, well-maintained facilities where you can spend relaxing moments all to yourself and inviting decor that will bring you many happy memories.

  • Detached
  • Jacuzzi
  • Private pool
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Purple

Luxury Villa Greece, Zakynthos, Korithi

Charming natural stone villa for 6 guests plus 2 children in peaceful location with direct access to the sea and the legendary Blue Caves

  • Sea/beach access
  • Pool with hydromassage
  • Seafront
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From €450.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 28 Persons
  • 10 Bathrooms
  • 12 Bedrooms

Beach House Arvi

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Arvi

Beach House Arvi with a particularly private atmosphere, offers a relaxing home for your vacation directly on the sandy beach in the south of Crete. The offer of extensive amenities and additional services ensure a sure guarantee of pure enjoyment.

  • Heatable pool
  • Fitness area
  • Sea/beach access
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  • 6 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Nuez ground floor Villa

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Kavousi

The elegant Nuez Villa with private infinity pool and impressive views also of the Aegean Sea, is a modern house that combines minimal but effective design with a creative dialogue between inside and outside.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €320.00
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  • 4 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Eleni

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Ravdoucha

Die architektonisch gekonnt gebaute Luxusvilla mit 110 qm Wohnfläche bietet viel Freiraum und einen einzigartigen Blick auf das kretische Meer und die Küste!

  • Jacuzzi
  • Private pool
  • Sauna
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  • 6 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Oniriko

Villa Greece, Crete, Mariou

Die auf einem Level gebaute Villa bietet einen schönen Blick auf das Meer und die Bucht von Plakias - geradliniges Design unter Verwendung von Naturstein sowie eine großzügige Terrasse samt privatem Pool.

  • Free cancellation option
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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  • 4 (+2) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

North Point House

Villa Greece, Kefalonia, Fiskardo

NorthPoint Houses consist of three separate two-storey villas, each with its own swimming pool, nestled in a beautifully landscaped garden.

  • Concierge
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €545.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 4 (+1) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Stela

Villa Greece, Crete, Sivas

The three villas, each with private pool and outdoor spaces, are located at an altitude that offers a unique view of the imposing Psiloritis and the beautiful valley of Mesara.

  • Children's pool
  • Free cancellation option
  • Private pool
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From €198.00
per night / 5 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Nouvelle

Villa Greece, Crete, Almyrida

Nouvelle Villa offers a beautiful sea view and large terraces and balcony in front of the private pool, about 300 meters from Peristera beach.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €420.00
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  • 6 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Elafina

Luxury Villa Greece, Rhodes, Lachania

Fantastic villa on Rhodes with private pool and gigantic sea view!

  • Heatable pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Sea view
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  • 6 (+1) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Atrium 3-Bedroom Villa

Luxury Villa Greece, Skiathos, Kechria

Atrium Villas offers 6 beautiful villas, each with a private pool, stunning sea views and privacy.

  • Free cancellation option
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €300.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 10 Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Moonstone

Luxury Villa Greece, Mykonos, Kounoupas

Villa Moonstone with lots of luxury and exclusive service is located on the hill with a wonderful view of the Aegean Sea together with the surrounding Cyclades islands and Mykonos Town

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Additional service possible
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  • 4 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Beta

Villa Greece, Greek mainland, Paleros

The nice villa with private pool is ideal for couples, friends or families to enjoy a quiet and relaxing vacation.

  • Outdoor kitchen
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €121.00
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  • 4 (+3) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Olga

Villa Greece, Crete, Achlia

The ground-floor Villa Olga with private pool in southern Crete is suitable for family or group vacations and can accommodate 4-6 people.

  • Free cancellation option
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €242.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 8 (+2) Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Skyline

Luxury Villa Greece, Corfu, Gouvia

In an exclusive private estate, this villa has been designed to provide a fabulous island retreat, complete with stunning 180⁰ sea view

  • Heatable pool
  • Detached
  • Wedding Location
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From €850.00
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  • 2 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Wave Suite - adults only

Suite Greece, Crete, Agia Pelagia

The Wave Suites - adults only - were designed and built to incorporate the rugged aesthetics of the area in perfect balance

  • Breakfast
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €421.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

KaDeView Residence 1

Villa Greece, Crete, Sissi

Die modern gestaltete Kadeview Villa mit privatem Pool und fantastischem Blick auf die Küste und das Meer liegt in unmittelbarer Nähe des schönen Dorfes Sissi mit seinem natürlichen minoischen Hafen, Bäckereien, Tavernen und Cafés.

  • BBQ
  • Heatable pool
  • Sea view
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From €265.00
per night / 6 persons
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Final cleaning (19 %): €150.00
climate resilience tax of 10 euros (19 %): €10.00
Total: €160.00
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  • 6 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Olea Villa 2

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Akrotiri

Olea Villas are two luxurious independent villas situated on a four hectare piece of land in an olive grove.

  • Jacuzzi
  • Free cancellation option
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €400.00
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Monolithoi Sea View Villa 1

Villa Greece, Greek mainland, Pigi

MANI VILLAS on the Peloponnese Peninsula is a synthesis of two separate natural stone houses, each with private pool and garden, which evolve in dialogue with the natural contour, creating a composition that reinterprets the traditional tower houses of the Lefktro area

  • Breakfast
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €653.00
per night / 7 persons
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  • 4 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Canava

Luxury Villa Greece, Santorini, Pyrgos

Stylish villa in Santorini in minimalist loft design, offers paradisiacal views of the Aegean Sea and the stunning island

  • Events
  • Countercurrent system
  • Communal pool
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From €448.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 2 Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Emerald Honeymoon Suite

Suite Greece, Zakynthos, Volimes

Emerald Honeymoon Suite is the ideal accommodation for honeymooners and couples celebrating their first steps together or a long lasting life together

  • Events
  • Jacuzzi
  • Private pool
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From €216.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 6 (+3) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Sapphire

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Almyrida

The luxurious Villa Sapphire with private swimming pool, which is built on a 400 sqm plot and offers a sublime sea view, convinces with its modern architecture.

  • Heatable pool
  • Sea view
  • Close to the beach
Very good
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From €315.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Amara Luxury Villa 1

Luxury Villa Greece, Rhodes, Lachania

Complete seclusion and relaxation is guaranteed - you just have to take the time!

  • Jacuzzi
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €414.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 4 (+3) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Symphony

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Kissamos

Luxury villa Symphony with views of Kissamos bay, high level of design and private infinity pool, is located on a large plot in the middle of nature.

  • Barriere-free
  • Heatable pool
  • Private pool
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From €320.00
per night / 5 persons
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  • 2 (+3) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

One bedroom Palazzo Greco private Pool Villa

Villa Greece, Crete, Agia Galini

Die 60 qm große Ferienvilla mit einem Schlafzimmer aus Stein in Agia Galini verfügt über gut gestaltete Räume auf zwei Ebenen und einen privaten Pool, an dem Sie sich entspannen und die herrliche Aussicht auf das Meer und die üppige Berglandschaft genießen können.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €170.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 2 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Cayo Superior Room

Suite Greece, Crete, Plaka

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa is a new, modern, ecologically sensitive, luxury resort born out of a passionate love for the art of travel.

  • Fitness area
  • Communal pool
  • Wellness area
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From €228.00
per night / 2 persons
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