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Situated in Rethymno Town, Villa Elli features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 7.7 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno. The property is non-smoking and is set 32 km from Museum of Ancient Eleftherna. The villa features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with pool views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. The property offers garden views. Guests at the villa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Rethymno Town, like cycling. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Municipal Garden is 6.8 km from Villa Elli, while Centre of Byzantine Art is 7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 65 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Cycling

Horse riding

Snorkelling


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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
8.6
High score for Rethymno Town
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michal
    Israel Israel
    וילה כפרית אותנטית, אוירה של בית. קירבה לטבע. בריכה יפה וגינה מדהימה. בעלת הבית אשה מקסימה, מקבלת אורחים בחום.
  • Beatrijs
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Mooie tuin, fijn zwembad. Veel privacy en veel faciliteiten.
  • Peter_schröder
    Germany Germany
    sehr ruhige Lage, wunderschöner Garten. nah an der nächsten Stadt
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by etouri vacation rental management

Company review score: 9.8Based on 1,093 reviews from 195 properties
195 managed properties

Company information

My name is Kostas Vasilakis and I have studied marketing and business management. Already being an owner of two successful villas and co-owner of a well known web development company in Greece, I started to manage other villas in 2012. I have the full management of all the villas that I represent, knowing everything about them and the areas in which they are located. My aim is to help the homeowners to manage their vacation properties to their full advantage and guests to relax and have the finest holiday experience with 24/7 service providing advice and information for all their concerns throughout their stay. Let me be your personal advisor for your holidays and let’s start organising your trip in Crete together! My company which called “etouri” is located in 8 Ioulias Petuchaki str. Rethymno, Crete and is approved by the Greek Tourist Organisation.

Property information

Nestling on a quiet lane in the village of Prines, Villa Elli is a superb rural hideaway, timber-built in traditional style. Set in an area of magnificent natural beauty, surrounded by gardens of pretty flower shrubs and fruit trees. It is more than a country cottage only minutes from the beach... Villa Elli is ideal as a peaceful hideaway and combined with a car a perfect start point for any of your Cretan adventures. Prines village is at the center of Crete making it easy to visit the whole island. It also has easy access to all necessary points of interest like market, banks, hospital etc. Villa Elli consists of a ground and upper ground floors along with a first floor in a form of an attic or loft. It can accommodate 6 people in beds and up to 8 if necessary. The outdoor area of Villa Elli is beautifully landscaped, filled with flowers and trees, create a peaceful and relaxing haven. Also, the facilities available ensure a pleasant stay and they include: - A 20m2 private swimming pool with ladder access. The pool terrace is equipped with sun beds and umbrellas for your comfort. - A portable charcoal grill is also available allowing you to experience al fresco dining. - A dining table under the shaded veranda for al fresco dining, so you can enjoy outdoor cooking. - Private parking area for 2 cars. - The villa is completely fenced and has a gated entrance, offering privacy and tranquility to our guests. -Starting January 1, 2024, a new Greek tax was introduced which is called the “Climate Crisis Resilience Charge,” requiring a fee of 10 euros per night from March to October and 4 euros per night from November to February. The amount needs to be paid in cash or by card upon your arrival at the villa.

Neighbourhood information

Villa Elli is situated outside the beautiful city of Rethymno, on the traditional village of Prines. where you can find some excellent taverns and a mini market! Prines is 8 km away from Rethymno centre, only 4 km away from the sea and 2 km away from the village Atsipopoulo, a well known village which has grown up fast in last 10 years and now is actually a small town and a suburb of Rethymno town. There is nothing that you cannot find in Atsipopoulo nowadays, as it has all kinds of shops, supermarkets, bakeries, many restaurants and services. Staying in Prines village you have the advantage of staying in the country side and be only a few minutes away from big markets, shops and the beach! The village itself is beautiful with many vegetations and olive tree forests. It is ideal for those who love nature, peace and quiet it can offer. Finally the location is giving you the possibility to visit many sightseeing and beaches in the North or South Crete!

Languages spoken

Greek,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Villa Elli
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Game console
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Balcony
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    • Pool/beach towels
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Snorkelling
      Off-site
    • Horse riding
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    Reception services
    • Concierge service
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • Greek
    • English

    House rules
    Villa Elli takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of € 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardJCBMaestro Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    A damage deposit of € 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    License number: 1161663

    FAQs about Villa Elli

    • Check-in at Villa Elli is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Villa Elli can accommodate the following group size:

      • 8 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Elli on this page.

    • Yes, Villa Elli is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Elli on this page.

    • Villa Elli offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Snorkelling
      • Swimming Pool
      • Horse riding
      • Water sport facilities on site

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Villa Elli is 3 miles from the centre of Rethymno Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Villa Elli may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Villa Elli has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.