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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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  • 4 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Barbie

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Pefkos

This exclusive villa is located only 150 meters from the beach, has a private pool and sea view and offers a nice place for up to 4-5 guests for a happy vacation.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €161.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 2 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Ivory Suite

Suite Greece, Santorini, Oia

Perched on the stunning, steep Caldera cliff, the Ivory Suite, with its whitewashed curves, combines traditional Santorini architecture with carefully placed contemporary touches.

  • Badewanne mit Hydromassage
  • In town
  • Additional service possible
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From €225.00
per night / 3 persons
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  • 4 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Kalathos White 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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  • 12 (+4) Persons
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • 6 Bedrooms

Villa Lydia

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Kissamos

The impressive view of the blue waters of the Cretan Sea meets the luxurious furnishings of this special villa.

  • Heatable pool
  • Free cancellation option
  • Indoor pool
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From €676.00
per night / 12 persons
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  • 8 Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Tourmaline

Luxury Villa Greece, Mykonos, Kalafatis

Situated on a privileged plot offering magnificent views over the bay of Kalafatis, Villa Tourmaline with private pool is a stylish 210 sqm 4-bedroom residence belonging to a complex of three independent vacation homes.

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

Villa Friday

Villa Greece, Crete, Mariou

Villa Friday with private pool is located in the Cretan village of Mariou and offers a fantastic view of Damnoni beach.

  • Free cancellation option
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €170.00
per night / 6 persons
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climate resilience tax of 1,50 euros (19 %): €1.50
Total: €1.50
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  • 2 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

J&G Ground Floor Suite

Suite Greece, Crete, Chania

Spacious suite on the ground floor of the skilfully restored town house with easy access from the promenade.

  • In town
  • Beach within walking distance
  • Close to the beach
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Price on request
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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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  • 8 (+3) Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Sissy

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Platanias

Sissy luxury villa in the heart of Platanias, just 50 meters from the beach and within easy reach of stores, restaurants and bars.

  • Heatable pool
  • Fitness area
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €500.00
per night / 9 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

KaDeView Residence 2

Villa Greece, Crete, Sissi

Die modern gestalteten vollklimatisierten Villen sind baugleich und liegen 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 €242.00
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 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

LA Terre Luxury Villa

Villa Greece, Zakynthos, Kipseli

LA Terre Luxury 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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  • 9 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Jasper

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Agios Ioannis

Das perfekte Ferienhaus auf der griechischen Insel Mykonos mit herrlichem Meerblick und in der Nähe der besten Strände

  • Concierge
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €600.00
per night / 9 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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  • 10 Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Arion

Luxury Villa Greece, Mykonos, Aleomandra

Villa Arion is a beautiful villa in Aleomandra, Mykonos, welcoming guests since July 2018. The beautiful 350 sqm villa consists of 3 bedrooms and 2 guest houses and extends on a 4,000 sqm plot overlooking the Aegean Sea, with olives and other Mediterranean plants.

  • Fitness area
  • Jacuzzi
  • Private pool
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From €2,300.00
per night / 10 persons
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  • 15 (+3) Persons
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • 6 Bedrooms

Villa Olympia

Luxury Villa Greece, Mykonos, Agios Lazaros

Villa OLYMPIA is located on the waterfront with picturesque sunset views and direct access to the sea and jetty.

  • Heatable pool
  • Heliport
  • Sea/beach access
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From €5,387.00
per night / 16 persons
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  • 6 (+3) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Alkyoni

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Pefkos

The garden of Villa Alkyoni gives you a beautiful sea view and is the perfect choice for wedding receptions, birthday parties and family reunions with up to 200 guests.

  • Barriere-free
  • Heatable pool
  • Events
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5,0 2 reviews
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From €237.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 8 Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Kalesma Artemis Villa

Luxury Villa Greece, Mykonos, Ornos

Kalesma Villa Artemis is a luxurious Mykonian retreat set in an idyllic natural landscape with wonderful sea views

  • Breakfast
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €3,160.00
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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  • 6 (+1) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Azurite

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Psarou

This 3-bedroom Mykonos villa with private heated pool enjoys a unique location overlooking the famous Psarrou Bay.

  • Heatable pool
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
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From €750.00
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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  • 2 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Cayo Executive Room with Private Pool

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
  • Private pool
  • Wellness area
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From €290.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Logari

Villa Greece, Crete, Xirosterni

The beautiful Villa Logari with private swimming pool offers a breathtaking view of nature.

  • Detached
  • Private pool
  • Table tennis
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From €350.00
per night / 8 persons
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Neptune

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Livadia

The exclusive luxury villa Neptune harmonizes perfectly with the wild rocky landscape in which the villa was skilfully placed.

  • Breakfast
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
Very good
5,0 5 reviews
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From €370.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 2 (+4) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Villa Livas

Villa Greece, Santorini, Vourvoulos

View of the blue shimmering Aegean Sea offers the beautiful villa on the picturesque island of Santorini not far from the beach

  • Breakfast
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €485.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 7 Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Chloe

Luxury Villa Greece, Corfu, Souleika

Beautiful villa on Corfu with 220 sqm living space on 8.000 sqm large plot offers peace and privacy

  • Breakfast
  • Private pool
  • Water sports
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From €1,100.00
per night / 7 persons
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  • 8 Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Lido Blue Villa

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Pefkos

Lido Blue Villa is located on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Pefki, just a few minutes' walk from the coast. It offers a stunning private swimming pool and jacuzzi.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €330.00
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 (+2) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Apollonia

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Agios Lazaros

Villa APOLLONIA offers beyond the enchanting sea view, a heated infinity pool and outdoor barbecue area and has sea access within the complex.

  • Heatable pool
  • Jetty
  • Seafront
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From €603.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 6 (+1) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Orangia

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Kondomari

Enjoy the wonderful surroundings of the villa in the lounge and open plan living area, or when you prepare something delicious in the modern high-tech kitchen with home-harvested produce from the organic garden.

  • Detached
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €360.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 2 (+2) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Kalesma Suite

Suite Greece, Mykonos, Ornos

Kalesma Suites is ideal for couples and offers the luxurious Mykonian retreat in the midst of an idyllic natural landscape.

  • Breakfast
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €1,160.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 8 (+2) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Kallos

Villa Greece, Crete, Kissamos

Elegant Villa Kallos near Kissamos with private pool and gigantic views of the coast and the blue shimmering sea.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €378.00
per night / 8 persons
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