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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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  • 6 (+1) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Ariti

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Kiotari

The beautiful Villa Ariti (139 sqm) is located only 40 meters from a sandy beach of exquisite beauty and is part of an exclusive villa complex for up to 7 guests

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Seafront
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From €184.00
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  • 4 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Kalathos Aspro Dream Villa

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Afandou

Kalathos Traum Villen sind 4 wunderschön gestaltete Villen in Kalathos Village. Jede Villa bietet einen wunderschönen privaten Swimmingpool und Garten sowie einen einfachen Zugang zum Strand von Kalathos

  • Detached
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €154.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 8 Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

The Mansion Villa

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Heraklion

Magnificent luxury villa with outdoor and indoor pool - near Knossos on Crete

  • Countercurrent system
  • Sea view
  • Indoor pool
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From €1,390.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Delta

Villa Greece, Greek mainland, Paleros

The villa with private swimming pool is located high above the bay of Paleros, surrounded by olive groves, with the quiet beach of Pogonia nearby.

  • Outdoor kitchen
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €157.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 2 Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Suite Felicity

Suite Greece, Crete, Anissaras

The luxurious Felicity Suite with an outdoor terrace (25 sqm) and Jacuzzi will ensure an unforgettable holiday.

  • Fitness area
  • Breakfast
  • Jacuzzi
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From €162.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Violin

Villa Greece, Kefalonia, Skala

If spectacular sea views and a large garden is what you are looking for, Villa Violin should be your first choice.

  • Private pool
  • Seafront
  • Close to the beach
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From €260.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 10 (+2) Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Aphrodite

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Agios Lazaros

Villa APHRODITE, one of the best luxury villas in Mykonos with sea access and with private pool, is located at the top of the private villa estate.

  • Heatable pool
  • Jetty
  • Sea/beach access
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From €984.00
per night / 10 persons
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  • 4 (+4) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

S.A.N.D SUITE 2-bedroom

Suite Greece, Paros, Santa Maria

The S.A.N.D. Suite 2-bedroom (100 sqm) offers a refined and cozy stay near the beach.

  • Sea view
  • Beach within walking distance
  • Close to the beach
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From €250.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 2 Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Suite Grace

Suite Greece, Crete, Anissaras

The luxurious Suite Grace with an outdoor terrace (35 sqm) and Jacuzzi will ensure an unforgettable holiday.

  • Fitness area
  • Breakfast
  • Jacuzzi
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From €162.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 8 Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Ohlive Villa 1

Villa Greece, Skiathos, Kechria

OHLIVE Villa I is a unique villa that offers absolute privacy while overlooking the ravishing beauty of the surroundings

  • Concierge
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €600.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 16 Persons
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • 8 Bedrooms

Elounda Villa 1

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Elounda

This stunning contemporary residence offers panoramic views of magnificent sunrises and sunsets against the backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea and the Cretan countryside.

  • Heatable pool
  • Fitness area
  • Close to the beach
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From €1,964.00
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  • 8 Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Onar

Villa Greece, Crete, Prines

Villa Onar with private pool and fantastic views of the Aegean Sea, offers a lot of luxury and comfort for an unforgettable holiday on the culturally rich island of Crete and is located on a 10 hectare plot.

  • Jacuzzi
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €415.00
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  • 6 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Bianco Villa Adam

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Pefkos

Bianco Villa Adam with private pool is located in the village of Pefkos, just 2 minutes walk from the idyllic beach of Pefki. Each of the two villas offers privacy and tasteful furnishings.

  • BBQ
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €330.00
per night / 12 persons
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  • 4 (+3) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Nest Sunset Suite

Suite Greece, Skiathos, Koukounaries

5-star accommodation in stunning location, situated directly by the sea with tailor-made service

  • Jacuzzi
  • Beach within walking distance
  • Wellness area
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From €850.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 12 (+2) Persons
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • 6 Bedrooms

Villa Atalandia

Villa Greece, Crete, Goudouras

Villa Atalandia is located just 140 meters from the nearest sandy beach near the picturesque village of Goudouras in the southeast of the island of Crete. While this exclusive vacation accommodation is close to several popular beaches, restaurants and stores, it is also the ideal retreat for a private, luxurious vacation.

  • Heatable pool
  • Free cancellation option
  • Seafront
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From €600.00
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  • 4 (+3) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Virginia Seaside Villa 1

Villa Greece, Samos, Agia Paraskevi

Wunderschöne Villen am Meer in Agia Paraskevi kleinen Golf von Nisi für einen ruhigen Urlaub. Gelegen in einem der malerischsten Orte der Insel Samos mit kristallklarem Wasser. Die Aussicht ist atemberaubend. Die einzigen Geräusche sind die von Vögeln und das sanfte Rauschen des Meeres.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €147.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 2 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Standard Orelia Luxury Villa

Villa Greece, Karpathos, Amoopi

Welcome to the luxurious one-bedroom villa, perfect for a relaxing retreat! With a spacious size of 45 square meters, this villa offers plenty of space for up to three adults.

  • Free cancellation option
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €260.00
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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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  • 6 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Amara Luxury Villa 2

Luxury Villa Greece, Rhodes, Lachania

Welcome to Amara Luxury Villa 2, on the south side of the sunny island of Rhodes.

  • Jacuzzi
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €732.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 4 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Venezia Premium-Luxus-Villa

Luxury Villa Greece, Rhodes, Faliraki

The premium luxury villa with private pool is located on the Faliraki hill overlooking the blue shimmering Aegean Sea

  • BBQ
  • Sea view
  • Pool with hydromassage
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From €342.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 8 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Aloni

Villa Greece, Crete, Kissamos

Close to the sea and with its own infinity pool, VILLA ALONI combines the beauty of the Cretan landscape with contemporary architectural design.

  • Jacuzzi
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €780.00
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  • 14 Persons
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • 7 Bedrooms

Villa Zircon

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Tourlos

Villa Zircon in Mykonos is a 7-bedroom villa with private pool, in a beautiful panoramic location in Agia Sofia, Tourlos overlooking Mykonos Town and the Aegean Sea

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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5,0 1 review
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From €2,100.00
per night / 14 persons
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

LA Lune Sea Side Villa

Villa Greece, Zakynthos, Kipseli

LA Lune Sea Side Villa is a spectacular luxury villa right by the sea with an infinity pool, a whirlpool and a magnificent view of the sea

  • Sea/beach access
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €300.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 4 (+3) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Skiron

Villa Greece, Santorini, Vourvoulos

The beautiful private guest house - located close to the beach - has a private pool, beautiful sea view and separate entrance

  • Breakfast
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €600.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 4 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Athina

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Ravdoucha

Die 150 qm große architektonisch gekonnt gebaute Luxusvilla bietet viel Freiraum und einen einzigartigen Blick auf das kretische Meer und die Küste!

  • Jacuzzi
  • Private pool
  • Sauna
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From €540.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 8 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Jet

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Houlakia

Relax in your private pool and watch the sunset on the sun loungers.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Additional service possible
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  • 10 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Olea Prime Villa

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Akrotiri

Architecturally skillfully built luxury villa Olea Prime offers vacation comfort and luxury on 200 sqm of living space for 10 people, overlooking the blue shimmering bay.

  • Heatable pool
  • Free cancellation option
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €500.00
per night / 10 persons
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  • 12 Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Charlotte

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Kalathas

Inspired by the wild Cretan landscape, a paradise has been created with the luxury villa Charlotte, which is completely in harmony with nature and perfectly suited for families and holidaymakers who want to experience unique moments of peace, relaxation and pleasure.

  • Butler
  • Private pool
  • Additional service possible
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From €790.00
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  • 6 (+3) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Sofia

Villa Greece, Crete, Achlia

Sofia is a 2-storey villa suitable for family or group vacations and can accommodate 6-8 people.

  • Free cancellation option
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €225.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 4 (+3) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Virginia Seaside Villa 2

Villa Greece, Samos, Agia Paraskevi

Wunderschöne Villen am Meer in Agia Paraskevi kleinen Golf von Nisi für einen ruhigen Urlaub. Gelegen in einem der malerischsten Orte der Insel Samos mit kristallklarem Wasser. Die Aussicht ist atemberaubend. Die einzigen Geräusche sind die von Vögeln und das sanfte Rauschen des Meeres.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €147.00
per night / 6 persons
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