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Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Rethymno, Crete
    Agios Frangiskos Church
    10 min drive
    University of Crete
    10 min drive
    Late Minoan Cemetery at Armenoi
    12 min drive
    Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    62 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool

Villa Sifina

Enjoy your vacation on the Island of the Gods in this fantastic villa!
We look after our villa ourselves and ensure that it is always well maintained.
The villa is equipped with back-friendly mattresses.
There are new windows with fly screens throughout the house and the bedrooms also have shutters. The pool is equipped with stairs and tiled with light mosaic tiles.

This stone house, built in a traditional style, is located on the outskirts of the old picturesque village of Prines, approx. 5 km from the town of Rethymnon. It is located on a plot of approximately 500 m² with wonderful views of the sea and the White Mountains. Villa Sifina has a living space of approx. 80 m² and is suitable for 4-5 people (5th person on sofa or extra bed).

The villa has been furnished with great attention to detail and guarantees a high level of living comfort. All rooms are equipped with wooden beamed ceilings and some stone pictures and stone niches are integrated into the walls.

On the ground floor you will find a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee machine and kettle, which is separated from the living room by an arch. In the living room with air conditioning you will find a flat screen TV with satellite reception (approx. 50 German channels), stereo system with CD player, as well as a DVD player and DVDs and books. Internet access is available via a fixed Internet connection with WLAN (flat rate).

The villa is comfortably furnished.
Through a passage you reach the daylight bathroom, which is equipped with a shower/toilet, large washbasin and hairdryer. There is also a bedroom (1xDB) with TV, AC and built-in wardrobe with safe. A staircase takes you to the 1st floor where there is another bedroom (1x DB) with built-in wardrobe, air conditioning, television and an en suite bathroom with toilet and vanity. The bedrooms can be darkened. From this bedroom you have access to the upper terrace (approx. 35 m²), which is equipped with high-quality loungers and exclusive lounge furniture. Half of it is covered with a pergola. Underfloor heating (payable on site) ensures further comfort, which also makes the house interesting for long-term vacationers in the colder months. The villa is of course equipped with bathrobes, towels, shower towels, pool towels and bed linen. (Baby bed and high chair available if required)

A washing machine, ironing board and iron are also available.
For stays of more than 7 nights, an interim cleaning in the middle of the booked period is included.

In the garden there is an approximately 35 m² swimming pool with loungers, parasols and a terrace with garden furniture, as well as an outdoor shower.

You can reach the nearest beach after approx. 3 km. There are taverns and two mini markets in town. In the town of Atsipopolo, about 2 km, there are also mini markets, super markets, excellent bakers and taverns.

There is a bus connection from Prines to Rethymnon. A car is recommended to explore the wonderful surroundings.

**07.11. - 30.04. the prices are without electricity! Electricity is charged extra based on consumption. Price on request. Heating oil for the floor heating is also charged extra based on the daily price.

The pool is not in operation from December to the end of March.

In the winter prices, from November 7th. The final cleaning is included in the price until the end of April. Intermediate cleaning is not included during this time, but can be arranged and will then be charged additionally.

The length of stay from December 1st. until 31.03. is at least 28 nights.

The length of stay from April 1st. until May 21st is at least 7 nights.

From 01.05. - 06.11. All additional costs are included in the rental price.

Check-in time is 2:00 p.m., check-out time is 10:00 a.m. Early check-in and late check-out can be booked if available.

From 2024 there will be an innovation for tourism:
An eco-tax has been introduced for all guests since January 1, 2024. This is staggered by category and season.
The fee from March 1st to October 31st is €10/night per villa. For the months of November to February 28th the fee is 4.00 euros/night.
The amount must be transferred 4 weeks before arrival directly to the landlord's account, who will pay it to the Greek tax office.

Official authorization from the Greek Tourism Authority EOT: 1041K91002956901

Property manager

Josef Beibl

Languages

English, German, Greek

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Wir bitten nur draussen zu rauchen

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 1041K91002956901

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Historical and Folk Art Museum of Rethymnon and Erofili Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • University of Crete - 10 min drive
  • Fortezza Castle - 10 min drive
  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 11 min drive
  • Rimondi Fountain - 11 min drive
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Γουρουνάκια - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ταβέρνα Ανδρουλιδάκης - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Πρίμα Πλώρα - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zampia Taverna - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bikakis Bakery-Cafe-Street Food - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of University of Crete, Paleontological Museum, and Blue Beach. Town Beach and Petres Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful villa
We enjoyed our month stay. The villa is beautiful and within walking distance from the village. Basic items for cooking very convenient : salt, pepper, olive oil, vinegar and sugar. However, based on our experience, there are a few things to be improved : not enough pillows on the second floor, pillows were thin and uncomfortable; no bedding sets; 2 single-bed blankets instead of one double/queen blanket for the size of bed; no house cleaning products; missing/broken mosquito nets; unclean kettle, and neglected garden. Please also be informed that it costs nearly 500€ for electricity without using either AC or heating for one month. Welcoming gift basket and departing gift were very much appreciated. Thank you for the gesture.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay at a wonderful property!
We had an amazing time at Villa Sifina. Can't wait to visit again. Beautiful, clean home with an outstanding view. Close to restaurants and grocery. Loved the pool and outdoor seating downstairs and up. The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay and more. The owner Josef and his staff are great communicators and very helpful. We have rented properties all over the world and this is one of the best we have stayed in. If you are thinking about renting this property just do it. You will enjoy every minute of your stay in this lovely and peaceful place!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful Stay
We stayed at villa Sifina for just over five weeks during December. It’s a lovely little villa, pleasantly decorated and proficiently equipped. Josef and Helga were superb hosts and very kind. They catered to our every need. The surrounding villages and countryside are incredibly beautiful and the vista from the villa is breathtaking. Shops and restaurants are reasonably near... however COVID is in the world and sadly lockdown was in effect. But nothing can put a damper on the overall beautiful experience that is Crete. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 40 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Florian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr zu empfehlen
Wir wurden rundum sehr gut versorgt und begleitet. Das Haus und der Pool sind sehr schön, sodass wir nur zum Essen auswärts waren. Auch die Mietwagenanmietung über den Vermieter lief reibungslos. Der kleine Ort Prines bietet einen Minimarkt, kleine Restaurants mit wunderbaren Atmosphäre und in kurzer Entfernung ein herrliches Lokal direkt am Wasser. Sehr zu empfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stefan H.

Super Villa für eine Familie
Die Villa Sifina ist ein gemütliches Steinhaus mit sehr viel Charme. Wir haben uns dort sehr wohl gefühlt. Leider war es etwas kühl, deshalb mußten wir die Bodenheizung nutzen, die war super. Wir haben viele Ausflüge gemacht und gingen Wandern. Es ist ein typisches Kretafan Haus, es fehlt nichts, alles da. Super sauber und gepflegt. Helga und Josef haben uns wieder begrüßt, so wie wir es halt kennen. Die Villa können wir gerne weiterempfehlen. Es sind nur ca. fünfhundert Meter in die nächste Taverne zu Antonis, bzw dann in die Taverne Veranda. Wir kommen garantiert wieder. Stefan mit Familie

10/10 Excellent

Lutz G.

Kurzurlaub zu Weihnachten
Kurzentschlossen sind wir wieder nach Kreta geflogen. In dem schnuckeligen Haus Sifina haben wir Weihnachten und Neujahr verbracht. Die Fußbodenheizung hat ihren Dienst sehr gut erfüllt. Das Haus war super ausgestattet und sehr sauber. Leider war das Wetter sehr mittelmäßig. Vielen Dank an Kretafan. Lutz und Gabi

10/10 Excellent

Lena G.

Kleine schnuckelige Villa
Wir waren im April 2018 in dem kleinen Haus. Die Heizung war super, der Pool kalt. In dem Haus hat es uns an nichts gefehlt. Die Vermieter Helga und Josef waren super hilfreich bei allen Fragen. Wir waren letztes Jahr in der Villa Athene. In Prines gibt es drei Tavernen, eine besser als die andere. Das Meer ist zwar noch kalt, wir haben Wanderungen gemacht. Das war total entspannend. Im April waren nicht sehr viele Gäste in Rethymnon. Wir kommen bald wieder. Herzlichen Dank Lena und Passi

10/10 Excellent

Lisanne T.

Un très beau séjour en Crète
Nous sommes restés un mois dans cette villa en mars dernier. Nous l'avons beaucoup apprécié pour plusieurs raisons. C'est d'abord une belle villa avec toutes les commodités que l'on peut souhaiter. Elle est bien équipée et bien décorée, avec en plus des meubles de jardin qui rendent la vie à l'extérieur agréable. Elle est de plus très bien située, près de Rethymnon, permettant de visiter la partie ouest de l'île. Nous avons une belle vue de la mer, en particulier de la terrasse au premier étage. Les propriétaires sont facilement rejoignables et toujours prêts à nous rendre service. Nous n'étions que deux personnes mais la villa loge facilement 4 personnes avec ses deux chambres. Je n'hésiterais pas à recommander cet endroit à mes amis. Merci aux propriétaires pour ce beau séjour.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Petra K.

Eine Perle
Einfach alles hat gepasst! Tolles Haus, perfekte Ausstattung mit Blick fürs Detail, professionelle und liebevolle Betreuung. Ein kühlender Wind und wundervolles Panorama. Netter Ort mit zwei schönen Tavernen, alles vorhanden, was man braucht. Perfekt auch für Familien mit Teenies. Immer wieder gerne, vielen Dank!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Axel B.

Zuhause auf Kreta
Wir haben die Villa Sifina als Paar gemietet und einen wunderbaren Urlaub verbracht. Die Bilder und Beschreibung sind absolut zutreffend. Es ist dort einfach schön! Ein Steinhaus zu mieten ist ein besonderer Luxus, aber seit wir uns das das erste Mal gegönnt haben, wollen wir keinen anderen Urlaub mehr machen. Der Erholungswert ist phänomenal. Die Villa Sifina bietet alles was das Herz begehrt. Und sollte mal etwas benötigt werden, helfen die Vermieter schnellstens weiter. Die Betreuung ist Erstklassig und sucht ihresgleichen. Tatsächlich fühlen wir uns dort schon wie zuhause!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Klare Linien, viel Komfort, traumhafte Umgebung
Wir unternehmen Reisen seit über 22 Jahren in Griechenland und haben sehr viel gesehen und erlebt. Diesmal hatten wir uns für die Ferienwohnung der Beibls in Kreta entschieden. Wir waren nachhaltig begeistert ! Bester und sehr freundlicher rundum Service bereits bei der Beratung, Anreise und Leihwagenbuchung. Alles hat sehr gut geklappt. Das schöne Steinhaus im klassich kretischen Stil, der gepflegte Garten mit großen Schattenbäuumen, die Aussicht und die Lage: Ein Traum ! Morgens die Vögel in den Bäumen die dann mittags schön Schatten spenden, Blick auf das Meer, absolut ruhige Lage, herrlicher Garten mit altem mediterranem Baumbestand...! Wir waren dort mit unseren zwei jugendlichen Kindern. Die schmucke Steinvilla, sehr gut zu erreichen, einladend mit nettem Pool und einer hübschen, großzügigen Dachterasse auf der man Abends den Sonnenuntergang mit einem Glas Wein in der Hand geniessen konnte. Im Erdgeschoss das Reich der Jugend: Fernsehen mit allen Kanälen, Video, besste Küchenausstattung mit allem was man braucht. Geräumige und nett eingerichtete Zimmer. Super sauber und gepflegt. Frische Handtücher, Reinigung und bester Service. Ca. 6,5 km in die Großstadt Rethymno, 2 km nach Atsipopulo, 8 km nach Gerani ans Meer. Mit eines der schönsten Griechenland Erlebnisse die wir je hatten ! Wir kommen wieder. Michael und Susane aus Deutschland

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