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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.

VILLTRAVEL offers you individually selected villas and suites

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S.A.N.D SUITE 1-bedroom

Suite Greece, Paros, Santa Maria

A welcoming and comfortable suite, ideal for couples who want to spend a romantic vacation.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €250.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Sky

Villa Greece, Paros, Kolympithres

Entspannung und Komfort bietet die 3-Schlafzimmer-Villa Sky im Stil der Kykladen mit Meerblick und privatem Swimming-Pool

  • Concierge
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €405.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 8 (+2) Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Kyma

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Stavros

Fabulous waterfront villa with private infinity pool and access to the sea

  • Detached
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €743.00
per night / 10 persons
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  • 10 (+2) Persons
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Pinto

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Agios Lazaros

Villa PINTO with stunning sea views was named in honor of the paintings inspired by Alberto Pinto, which decorate the walls with images from Greek mythology.

  • Heatable pool
  • Sea/beach access
  • Seafront
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From €1,343.00
per night / 10 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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  • 2 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

Gaia Suite

Suite Greece, Crete, Agia Pelagia

The Gaia Suite was designed and built to embrace the rugged aesthetics of the region in perfect balance.

  • Fitness area
  • Breakfast
  • adults only
  • Private pool
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From €464.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 4 (+1) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Athiri

Villa Greece, Santorini, Finikia

The Cycladic island of Santorini offers a special cultural heritage, which is perfectly accessible from Villa Athiri with a private plunge pool with hydromassage including a sea view

  • Heatable pool
  • Breakfast
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €213.00
per night / 2 persons
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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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From €200.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 10 (+2) Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Maroulas

Villa Greece, Crete, Maroulas

The luxurious Villa Maroulas is a stone house, restored with great care, built in 1426 during the Venetian era. In later times it was used as an olive oil press. Now the 540 sqm luxury house offers every comfort for families or groups up to 12 persons.

  • Heatable pool
  • Home cinema
  • In town
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From €557.00
per night / 11 persons
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  • 4 (+3) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Two bedroom Palazzo Greco privat Pool Villa

Villa Greece, Crete, Agia Galini

Die 75 qm große Villa mit zwei Schlafzimmern verfügt über ein unabhängiges Schlafzimmer mit einem Doppelbett und ein separates (mit Falttür) Wohnzimmer mit zwei bequemen Schlafsofas auf der ersten Ebene, ein traditionelles "ontas" mit zwei Einzelbetten und einen privaten Pool vor der Villa, so dass es zwei Paare oder eine Familie mit Kindern in schierem Komfort unterbringen kann.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €193.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

LA Soleil Luxury Villa

Villa Greece, Zakynthos, Kipseli

LA Soleil 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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  • 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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  • 8 (+3) Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Masseria Falasarna

Villa Greece, Crete, Platanos

Villa Masseria Falasarna offers you an ideal setting for a dream holiday in an exceptional location with a breathtaking view of the bay of Falasarna

  • Detached
  • Free cancellation option
  • Private pool
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  • 4 (+3) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Villa Harmony-Kreta

Luxury Villa Greece, Crete, Kissamos

The luxurious Villa Harmony offers wonderful sea view, high level of design as well as service and stands on a large plot in the middle of nature.

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

Vedema Presidential Villa

Luxury Villa Greece, Santorini, Megalochori

This centuries-old neoclassical villa was originally a captain's house and designed by a famous Greek decorator.

  • In town
  • Jacuzzi
  • Private pool
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From €2,250.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Monolithoi Sea View Villa 2

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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  • 6 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Rock Villa Legend

Suite Greece, Santorini, Emporio

Welcome to a place where you can relax, find peace and rest your body and mind, in a 130 sqm villa with private outdoor pool, magnificent views of the castle and unlimited comfort.

  • In town
  • Private pool
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From €306.00
per night / 6 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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  • 4 (+1) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Suite Bliss

Suite Greece, Crete, Anissaras

The exclusive Suite Bliss with heated outdoor pool and a 105 sqm outdoor terrace provides an unforgettable holiday.

  • Heatable pool
  • Fitness area
  • Breakfast
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From €234.00
per night / 2 persons
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  • 2 (+3) Persons
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • 1 Bedrooms

S.A.N.D Superior SUITE

Suite Greece, Paros, Santa Maria

S.A.N.D. Superior Suite with Sea View is one of the privileged suites of S.A.N.D. Collection with a panoramic view of the beach.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Close to the beach
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From €225.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 9 (+3) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Kampani

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Mykonos Stadt

Located in the center of Mykonos Town, Villa Kampani is the epitome of Cycladic Chic aesthetics and enjoys a privileged view

  • Concierge
  • In town
  • Seafront
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From €621.00
per night / 7 persons
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  • 8 (+1) Persons
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms

Villa Seasunshine

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Lachania

The exclusive 4-bedroom Seaflower Villa is a magnificent property of outstanding 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 / 9 persons
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  • 6 (+2) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Eleana

Villa Greece, Rhodes, Pefkos

Villa Eleana impresses with its proximity to the beach (150 m), the heated outdoor pool and the unique sea view and is suitable for 6-7 guests.

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €227.00
per night / 6 persons
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  • 6 Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms

Villa Fedra

Villa Greece, Kefalonia, Sami

Villa Fedra is located just 50 meters from the sea in the village of Karavomylos, Sami district on the east side of Kefalonia.

  • Detached
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €140.00
per night / 6 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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  • 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
  • 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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  • 4 (+1) Persons
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Emerald Classic Villa

Villa Greece, Zakynthos, Volimes

Emerald Classic Villa with private pool invites up to 4 guests to realise their perfect holiday dream on the beautiful island of Zakynthos

  • Sea view
  • Private pool
  • Beach within walking distance
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From €157.00
per night / 4 persons
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  • 9 Persons
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 5 Bedrooms

Villa Harmony

Villa Greece, Mykonos, Kalafatis

Located in the quiet area of Kalafatis, less than 2 km from the beach, this beautiful property offers an ideal choice for a dream vacation.

  • BBQ
  • Sea view
  • Private pool
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From €990.00
per night / 8 persons
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Final cleaning (19 %): €200.00
Total: €200.00
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