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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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  • 9 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

The house by the sea

Villa Greece, Crete, Chania

"The House by the Sea" - a stylish and relaxed family-friendly beach house near Chania in Crete, in a beautiful location, behind the centre of Chrissi Akti Beach, just a few steps from the sand.

  • Detached
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €330.00
per night / 3 persons
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  • 7 (+3) Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Andriana

Luxury Villa Greece, Greek mainland, Sivota

Beachfront Villa Andriana is an exclusive two-story beachfront pool villa that has 4 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 7 people.

  • Free cancellation option
  • Sea/beach access
  • Private pool
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From €576.00
per night / 7 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Olivia Two

Villa Greece, Skiathos, Kalyvia

The outdoor area offers, in an atmospheric corner overlooking the Aegean Sea, a barbecue area with a large dining table directly accessible from the kitchen

  • Free cancellation option
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
New
From €282.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 4 (+2) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

View Villa

Villa Greece, Crete, Skouloufia

Surrounded by olive trees and herbs, the view of the Aegean Sea and the sunset will sweeten your holiday.

  • Detached
  • Sea view
New
From €236.00
per night / 6 persons
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climate resilience tax of 10 euros (19 %): €10.00
Total: €10.00
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  • 6 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Filios

Villa Greece, Crete, Mariou

Villa Filios - modern und minimalistisch gestaltete Villa mit privatem Infinity-Pool- ist auf einem 460 qm großen Grundstück in der Nähe des Küstenortes Plakias zu finden.

  • Free cancellation option
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
New
From €187.00
per night / 6 persons
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climate resilience tax of 10 euros (19 %): €10.00
Total: €10.00
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  • 2 (+2) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Villa Amelie

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Ixia

Romantic Villa Amelie is located in a large garden with beautiful citrus trees leading to the pool, sunbathing and garden area.

  • Heatable pool
  • Detached
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €250.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 12 Persons
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • 6 Bedrooms

Elounda Villa 2

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Elounda

Villa Elounda 2 - this stunning contemporary residence offers panoramic views of magnificent sunrises and sunsets in front of the backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea and the Cretan countryside

  • Heatable pool
  • Detached
  • Close to the beach
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From €1,786.00
per night / 12 persons
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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
Very good
5,0 1 review
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From €2,100.00
per night / 14 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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  • 6 (+1) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Queen Albus Villa

Luxury Villa Greece, Santorini, Pyrgos

Queen Albus offers views of the world famous Santorini sunsets, for your holiday up to 6 people in 3 bedrooms

  • Breakfast
  • Indoor pool
  • Private pool
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From €232.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 12 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 6 Bedrooms

Southrock Villa 3

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Lachania

Lassen Sie sich mit einem herrlichen Blick auf das Ägäische Meer verwöhnen und genießen dabei die Sonne sowie Annehmlichkeiten der Villa

  • Events
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €276.00
per night / 12 persons
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Final cleaning (0 %): €150.00
Total: €150.00
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Faidra Olive Grove

Villa Greece, Crete, Kondomari

The beautiful natural stone villa is situated on a 2000 sqm private plot with olive trees, local herbs and fruit trees close to all amenities, including beautiful sandy beaches.

  • Detached
  • Children's pool
  • Private pool
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From €230.00
per night / 8 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
per night / 3 persons
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  • 16 Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 8 Bedrooms

Olive Nest

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Chania

The exclusive villa offers a private heated pool with breathtaking views over the city of Chania to the coastline

  • Heatable pool
  • Events
  • Home cinema
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From €1,550.00
per night / 10 persons
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  • 8 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Harmonia

Luxury Villa Greece, Zakynthos, Korithi

Natural stone villa Harmonia offers direct access to the sea, a private pool with hydromassage and an exclusive indoor hammam

  • Sea/beach access
  • Pool with hydromassage
  • Seafront
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From €700.00
per night / 10 persons
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  • 4 (+1) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Meliti

Villa Greece, Zakynthos, Zakynthos

Aguacate is a residential complex built on a private plot of 3,500 sqm full of olive trees, consisting of 5 luxury villas

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free cancellation option
  • Private pool
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From €230.00
per night / 5 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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  • 6 (+1) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Seacoral

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Lachania

Exclusive 4-bedroom Seascoral Villa is a magnificent house with private pool of excellent quality, built in the best possible location in the southern part of Rhodes.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €303.00
per night / 7 persons
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  • 6 (+1) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Luria Homes Villa 3

Villa Greece, Greek mainland, Elia

This luxurious villa has a heated, private swimming pool and a location directly on the sea and beach. It offers a total of 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and can accommodate up to 6 people.

  • BBQ
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
New
From €600.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Gaia Falassarna

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Falassarna

The luxury villa Gaia with 153 sqm in hillside location convinces with private pool and absolute privacy.

  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
  • Wellness area
Very good
5,0 1 review
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From €400.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 6 (+1) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Siriatis 2

Villa Greece, Crete, Kerames

Villa Siriatis 2 with 130 sqm living space offers a fantastic view of the Libyan Sea and is only about 450 metres away from it.

  • Garden
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
Very good
5,0 7 reviews
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From €230.00
per night / 7 persons
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Total: €10.00
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  • 4 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

King Side Villa

Villa Greece, Kefalonia, Makryotika

King Side Villa is a contemporary country house on the island of Kefalonia tailored to your individual needs.

  • Detached
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €180.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 10 (+1) Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Crystal - Mykonos

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Agios Stefanos

Villa Crystal is located near Choulakia beach and only a short distance from Agios Stefanos beach, overlooking the beautiful Aegean sea.

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €900.00
per night / 10 persons
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  • 4 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Rock Villa Myth

Suite Greece, Santorini, Emporio

Welcome to a place where you can relax, find tranquility and unwind your body and soul, in a 110 sqm villa with a private external Jacuzzi and unlimited comfort.

  • Pets allowed (on request)
  • In town
  • Jacuzzi
New
From €188.00
per night / 5 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Iliana

Villa Greece, Skiathos, Kalyvia

Villa Iliana is located in Skiathos Island in "Kalivia" area, in an olive grove valley with many terraces and stunning sea and sunrise views.

  • BBQ
  • Detached
  • Private pool
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From €300.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 8 (+2) Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Athinais

Villa Greece, Crete, Gerani
  • BBQ
  • Heatable pool
  • Sea view
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From €330.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Nuez ground floor Villa

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Mochlos

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
Very good
5,0 1 review
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From €490.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 11 Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 6 Bedrooms

Villa Crystalia - Rhodos

Luxury Villa Greece, Rhodes, Lachania

Immerse yourself in the seclusion of the beach and the aesthetic appeal of Crystalia. Swim in the 100 sqm private infinity pool that merges with the endless sea and enjoy a palm paradise of absolute serenity.

  • Sea/beach access
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
New
From €1,935.00
per night / 11 persons
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  • 2 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Villa Dawn

Villa Greece, Santorini, Fira

Villa Dawn with magnificent sea view is located in the town of Fira, the most cosmopolitan place of Santorini.

  • In town
  • Sea view
  • Additional service possible
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From €243.00
per night / 3 persons
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  • 4 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Milos

Villa Greece, Santorini, Pyrgos

Villa Milos offers stylish living with magnificent sea views from the terraces and the shared swimming pool

  • Events
  • Countercurrent system
  • Communal pool
New
From €448.00
per night / 4 persons
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