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Kastellakia Executive Villa

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White blue and green ! Definitely Greek colors
Outdoor dining
Villa view and swimming pool at sunset.
Gym on the upper floor
Play room for the kids

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Rethymnon Town Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fortezza Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Kastellakia Executive Villa

The villa is located in the homonymous area of Kastellakia on the outskirts of Rethymno city. Placed in an isolated neighborhood but only three-minute drive away from the city center and the beach, the villa offers tranquility and a variety of facilities Kastellakia Executive Villa is situated into a hilltop, overlooking the Cretan Sea, only 2,6 km from the historic and commercial center of Rethymno.

Kastellakia Executive Villa was built in 2015, at Crete Island and started to operate during the same year as a furnished tourist residence. The two-storey villa can accommodate up to 10 guests (8 people in beds and 2 in truckle beds). Due to the equipment, the facilities and the location, the villa can be rented throughout the year.

The idea behind the fitting of the premises is the capacity to accommodate large families or group of friends, while simultaneously offering privacy; for this purpose, the villa has its own private entrance and parking lot.

The exterior space of the villa, the perfect ambiance for get-together moments, has a large dining table and a BBQ available for your meals, a large private heated - the heating option up to 27C is upon request with supplement charge of 100 Euro per day (minimum charge of 3 days)- pool and plunge pool, umbrellas, a hammock and sunbeds to relax.

The interior of the villa is separated into two levels. On the ground floor, a spacious living room to accommodate your sharing moments and relax on the comfortable sofas with an available office space to get organized throughout your stay. You will also find an open plan kitchen with a cozy dining area to enjoy your home-made meals. A bedroom, ideal for people with mobility problems, is found on the same level, with an attached private bathroom.

On the upper floor there are three bedrooms in total. One of them is a master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. The other two bedrooms are sharing a bathroom. On the same level, it is found a fully equipped gym corner with a hot tub to keep you fit and relaxed. While using the treadmill, gaze the peaceful nature and the sea view through the large windows. Laundry room is also available with a washing and tumble dryer machine.
On the lowest level, explore your inner child, by playing with your friends and family.

Games of all ages, board games to pool table and console PS5 are available to our modern and fully equipped playroom.

Stepping out of the villa a 600 sqm outdoor area is private and complemented by a glistening 36 sqm private swimming pool for adults and a 13 sqm paddling pool. A shared kiosk beside the pool can host your everyday meals prepared at the private BBQ using fresh Cretan ingredients.
While the sun sets, relax at the hammock or at the sunbeds by drinking a glass of local wine and enjoy oregano and thyme smells which are growing in our beautiful lawn garden.

Property manager

Daphne Kefalloniti

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 1041Κ91003112501

We should mention

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

About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Great Gate and Venetian Loggia are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Georgioupolis Beach and Town Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Rimondi Fountain - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Fortezza Castle - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Rethymnon Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Lissus Rethymnon - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Cantina Banana - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crete Grill taverna - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kandavlos - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Kastellakia Executive Villa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Kastellakia Executive Villa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kastellakia Executive Villa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kastellakia Executive Villa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kastellakia Executive Villa located?

This family-friendly Rethymno villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Town Beach and Blue Beach. Paleontological Museum and St. Anthony Gorge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pedro A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Very very Nice people Very localization near center of rethymno and great beach House is perfect inside and outside
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Del W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Villa Kastellakia

We had a fabulous stay in villa kastellakia. It is a great place to stay, near to harbour, beach and lots of places to eat. The villa itself is beautifully presented, immaculately clean and has everything needed for a Greek holiday. The pool and outside area is particularly great. The hosts Irini and Nikos were so helpful. Lots of communication and suggestions and responded to queries really quickly. I would highly recommend this villa! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

we had a great stay, host very helpful and always on hand to help.

lovely and modern

10/10 Excellent

Jeaneen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing! You will love this house!

The house lives up to it’s pictures. If anything, it will exceed your expectations. The house is immaculately clean - which is most important to us. Location was easily acccesible to town, and close to a highway when heading to the fabulous beaches on Crete. The local grocery store was so close and convenient. We took advantage of many of the hosts recommendations. The first night at the house we had the personal chef - one of the best meals of the trip (and all our meals were fabulous on the island). We enjoyed a day on a sailboat with a wonderful captain! And we took advantage of the amazing Cretan breakfast. Eirini and Nikos were incredibly welcoming hosts and took personal care of us. We felt we left Crete with new friends - extended family. We believe, “if you win people, you win everything”. The Krevatsouli family won us over. We will be back. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Felix S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schöne Villa zum entspannen

Wir waren eine Woche in der Villa, hauptsächlich zum Entspannen am Pool und sekundär für kleinere Ausflüge in die Natur/Strand in der Umgebung. Die Villa und insb. der Pool/Garten sind groß genug, dass man sich auch mal aus dem Weg gehen kann, oder in größerer Runde gemeinsam beisammen sein kann. Zum Ausruhen echt perfekt. In der Umgebung gibt es auch einige Ausflugsziele für Wanderlustige, Strände, etc., die sich durchaus lohnen. Für Fahrten in die Stadt zum Supermarkt o.ä. benötigt man zwingend ein Auto, weil die Villa schon etwas außerhalb gelegen ist, fußläufig ist eigentlich nichts zu erreichen. Einziger Wermutstropfen für uns: Die Qualität der sanitären Anlagen entspricht einfach nicht deutschen Standards. Undichte Duschkabinen, Duschköpfe die überall Wasser versprühen, unangenehme Gerüche aus den Abflüssen und WCs ... naja. Sagen wir mal diplomatisch, die Badezimmer sind nicht gerade das, was ich unter "Villa-Qualität" verstehen würde. Davon abgesehen hatten wir eine super Zeit, die Gastgeberin war außerordentlich hilfsbereit, check-in, check-out hat alles super geklappt und wir haben unseren Urlaub in der Villa sehr genossen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favourite Holiday

Our family of 7 had a wonderful stay here. We have grown-up children as well as young ones and everyone had enough space to relax, play, cook and eat. Indoors and outside is stunning. We loved the pool which warm enough to swim at any time of day; the giant BBQ made cooking easy and the shaded eating area meant we ate every meal outside. Our property manager responded within minutes of any questions and requests we had. She helped us plan visits too, for example to a beach with pink sand. We didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emily Day

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing villa!

We had a great experience at this property for a week. 6 adults and an infant and we had everything we needed. Communication was great and were always on hand for any requests. We would definitely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Marner B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

En fantastisk villa

Vi var ti personer i 8 dage, og det var en dejlig oplevelse. Vi havde valgt at leje to biler inden ankomst, de blev leveret til villaen og afhentet to timer inden afgang fra villaen, så kunne vi altid komme afsted ned at handle eller på sightseeing, villaen ligger tæt på Rethymno, men vejen fra shopping center op til villaen kan være lidt tung til fods med varer på slæb. Huset er nyt og moderne indrettet med god plads og dejlige værelser badeværelser og køkken Uderdørs området blev meget brugt, rundt poolen om dagen og så blev der grillet om aftenen. En super tur og en dejlig villa, hvor vi godt kunne komme igen. Mvh Marner
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bradley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Villa for Families

We have just come back from a lovely stay here. We are a family of 5 and this was perfect for us, with all the requirements needed for a young family. The villa itself is lovely, modern, clean and spacious. It is a very well thought out villa and has everything from plastic cups for outside to bbq equipment. The outdoor space is fantastic, the combination of the kids pool and lounges enabled us to supervise the kids easily and also enjoy lovely evenings eating in the outside in the outdoor seating area. The villa is very close to the Rethymno centre so everything including 2 large supermarkets, a butcher, bakeries are all only minutes away as well as many restaurants. We have been to Crete several times now and really enjoyed this villa and Irini’s hospitality is amazing. She gave us lovely pastries on arrival and also made a lovely traditional dessert and homemade ice cream. She also happily replaced a coffee percolator which was missing a part when we made her aware. Highly recommend villa and area to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

adrien d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing high-standard house for very restful holidays

We spent a wonderful week there with my wife and 3 small girls. The house is simply amazing, probably the best we ever lived in. The inside looks completely new, the decoration is done with a lot of taste and modernity, with a lot of nice details like the variety of pillows or towels... and there is a lot of space for everyone to have privacy when needed. Outside the pool with the small one for kids and the bigger one for everyone is perfectly adapted for families, and the neighborhood is extremely peaceful at whatever time of the day. Although you feel in very quiet environment, very close at around 5 min ride by car, you can find a big supermarket and smaller groceries to get everything you may need during your stay, which is not always easy to find in Crete. Last but not least, Eirini who took care of us from the check-in to the very last day was absolutely lovely, available for any small need or question, be it nice restaurant to book, nice beach to go, etc, To sum up, FANTASTIC house, that we very highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

James B., Chicago, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant Villa! Above and Beyond Our Expectations!

Absolutely wonderful stay. It was above and beyond all expectations. We were especially encouraged by our hosts. Exceptional service but we really felt like family. If you are wondering if the pictures tell the truth about this property the answer is yes. They live up to and exceed the pics! Can't say enough. We will be back to this spot as soon as possible.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Georgios G.

Amazing stay

Although I almost never comment, I truly believe that everyone visiting Crete must get informed about this villa. We were a company of 6 friends travelling around the island and the villa was perfect for us, since it is only 5 minutes distance from the town. Everything (supermarket, sightseeing, shops, cafes, restaurants) is so close that we had the chance to explore the city and go out every night. The villa has all you could ever ask. We enjoyed the Jacuzzi, the gym and of course the swimming pool. The house is extremely modern and every detail (even the pillow catalog) has been taking care of. The villa owner Irene has been helpful, more than you would expect, confirming everything we knew about the Cretan hospitality. She gave us the best restaurant recommendations, suggested some amazing tours, helped us rent our car and made everything she could to make our stay memorable. We made a new friend for sure. Last but not least was the BBQ experience. We had the time of our life. We are coming back!!!!

10/10 Excellent

liora l.

This was our best family vacation ever

We spent a week at this wonderful property and had great time. We were 7 adults and I have been asked by all of them to book it every year from now on. The villa is so beautiful (and better than the pictures), well decorated with the attention to all the small details and equipped with all our needs. It was very comfortable and very clean !!!. Ireni, the host, was so kind, helpful and available at any time. This property is highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

George L.

Fantastic holiday

Fantastic villa and pool with amazing facilities. Close to a lovely beach and 20 min walk into town. We would all love to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anna D.

Everything we could have wished for!

The Villa was exactly as described and looked even better than the pictures suggested! The owner Irini was so welcoming and made every part of our stay feel like we were in a 5* hotel! Spacious bedrooms, impeccable decor with plenty of room for multiple guests. The location of the villa is in the best position on the island. You can be anywhere in an hour and in the Rethymno town in less than 5 minutes! Irini went above and beyond my expectations and made it a memorable visit. This place is a must visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

nicholas r.

Lovely holiday, thanks to Erini and Nikos

All of the family really enjoyed our holiday at the villa. Inside it is extremely modern and well furnished and all of rooms had everything that you could ask for, toiletries in all of the bathrooms, a well kitted out kitchen and good quality bedding in every room. What made the difference was the service provided by Erini, she could not do enough for the family. We had home made wine delivered, a lovely plate of pastries when we arrived and a beautiful pana cota during our stay. We also had a wonderful barbecue cooked by the local chef that was a great compliment to the wine that had been provided. We had a problem with wasps but this was dealt with immediately and any email to Erini or Nikos was answered within minutes, the service was excellent. There are numerous supermarkets nearby and it is only 10 minutes drive into the old town so the location was great. For such a big group as we were the outside was a bit small and the wifi was a bit hit and miss but overall we had a lovely holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

THE BEST BIRTHDAY VACATION

THE BEST BIRTHDAY VACATION THE FIRST TIME WE( 2 FAMILIES) GO TO A 6 DAY VACATION HOLYDAY. WE WERE 9 PEOPLE (5 CHILDREN) AND WE HAD THE BEST VACATION IN CRETE. THE VILLA IS LOVELY, CLEAN, MODERN, HAS A GOOD ENERGY DUE TO THE ARCHITECT OPEN DESIGN. THE WEATHER WAS GRATE, AND THE CHILDREN ENJOYED VERY MUCH IN THE HEATED POOL. WE HAD AN INSTANT CLICK WITH EIRINI, THE YOUNG OWNER AND EVERY THING WE ASKED WE GOT IN 10 MINUTES. (MORE TOWELS, SOPS TO WASHING MACHINE,WINE AND MORE.) EIRINI ALSO SURPRISED US WHEN SHE INVITED US THE CELEBRATE THE EASTER MEAL WITH HER FAMILY, AND MADE A BIRTHDAY CAKE TO JACOB WHO CELEBRATED ON THE SAME DAY. WE ALSO GOT 2 BOTTLES OF WINE PRODUCED BY HER FATHER, WHICH WAS VERY VERY GOOD ONE. WE ALSO SAT WITH HER AROUND THE MAP OF CRETE AND GOT GOOD RECOMMENDATIONS AND GOOD INTERACTION WHERE TO VISIT AND HOW TO GET THERE. WE HAD A WONDERFUL FULLY EQUIPMENT KITCHEN AND BBQ, SO WE MADE ALL OF OUR MEALS WHEN WE WERE IN. BREAKFASTS AND DINNERS. THE LOCATION OF RETHIMENON WAS VERY GOOD (1 HOUR FROM THE HERAQLION AIRPORT) AND THE VILLA 3-4 MINUTES DRIVING (1.5/KM) FROM SUPERMARKET AND VERY GOOD AND RICH BAKERY. WE REALLY RECOMMEND AND WE ARE EVEN THINKING OF COMING BACK IN THE SUMMER. Daniel and all the family

About the host

Hosted by Daphne Kefalloniti

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Why they chose this property

Rethymnon is the most representative city of the Cretan Renaissance. The city of Rethymnon is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Greece: The Venetian fortifications blend harmoniously with the Orthodox and Catholic churches, the imposing Venetian residences, arches and cobbled streets create an atmosphere of awe in the visitor.

The traditional ghostly alleys for evening walks, the stone-built clubs, but also the summer hangouts, are just a few in the city of Rethymno. Lovers of picturesqueness and traditional Cretan culture will prefer a "welcome" with a glass of raki. One will be enchanted by the narrow streets of the Old Town and will want to have fun under its lights and singing voices at night.

Choosing between traditional and modern nightlife in Rethymnon is by no means easy, especially when there are so many options. An ideal and safe option is to try both for calm but wild parties that start in the afternoon at the countless beach bars with famous DJs and continue in the narrow streets of the city.

The villa is located in Kastellakia on the outskirts of Rethymno city in a distance of 1.5km from the city center. It's a quiet and secluded neighborhood, close to the beach.

What makes this property unique

Villa Highlights
Playroom
Designed with children in mind, on the lower level you will find a room full with games, which will keep kids and adults occupied. This fully organized playroom includes a 50’’ TV, games for all ages such as a “Garlando” football table, board games and a big blackboard where our younger guests can try to compete with Picasso.
Pillow menu
Because our motivation lies in your well being and satisfaction and your sleep remains on our priority list, you can choose the perfect pillow for a sound sleep that will allow you to fully enjoy your stay.
Gym & Jacuzzi
In order not to miss any of your daily habits, you can exercise in the fully equipped gym area or you can also pleasure yourself with a Jacuzzi. During your work out or the Jacuzzi, you can enjoy the sea view and the nature via the infinite windows.
Heating pool
In case you want to enjoy your swimming during a cold day, or in case you choose to visit our villa during the winter months, a heating pool will make your dream come true, since we don’t want you to leave your fun and comfort because of the weather.

Special facilities upon request at extra charge
We can provide upon request: transfer to and from the airport, Car-bike rental, Babysitting and entertainment of children in a specially designed area (playroom), Emergency contact for doctors (in case of sickness), Personal trainer for yoga in a specially designed area (gym), Traditional breakfast with Cretan products, BBQ night by chef Cocktail night with Cretan herbs and drinks at the pool from a bartender.
We’re here for you before, during and after your stay in order to make the ultimate vacation dream come true!

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Greek