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Property no. 1279956

Holiday home for max. 6 persons
Prines by Rethymnon, Crete, (Central Crete), Greece

4.6 out of 5 (5 Customer reviews)
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The holiday house is situated in Prines by Rethymnon. The place is shown on the map. You will also find the location of the holiday house marked there. Subject to change: The description text and the travel documents which include the address of the holiday house shall apply.
Olympia stone villa with a fabulous sea view

Our villa was built of stone in a Cretan style. It is situated 200 metres above sea level in a quiet villa district on the outskirts of the village Prines, just a few minutes’ drive from the most beautiful town in Crete, Rethymnon. The village centre with tavernas, kafenions and little grocery shops are a few minutes’ walk away. You can enjoy the authentic Crete in the village, away from tourism, but still nearby. There are many holiday houses in Prines, but nevertheless it is dominated by a genuine Cretan atmosphere.

You can enjoy a spectacular view from the terraces of the sea and the mountains and sunsets in the evening. The photos do not do justice to this fascinating view, which all guests are delighted by. The accommodation has a 40m² swimming pool with a kids’ pool. The terraces provide lovely garden furniture. There is a terrace on the ground floor providing direct access to the private swimming pool in the garden. There is a very large veranda on the upper floor, which can be accessed up outdoor or indoor stairs. This veranda affords a truly fabulous view of the sea and the White Mountains (2500m high and covered in snow from November to May. You can enjoy a beautiful sunset here in the evenings. The garden has a lawn.

The villa with three bedrooms and two bathrooms has an attractive interior and tasteful furnishing. The unique atmosphere is enhanced by the solid stone structure. The villa offers a high standard of comfort and is also a cosy holiday destination in winter, owing to the heating. The open fireplace invites you to enjoy cosy evenings during the winter months, although the outdoor temperatures are still very pleasant during this time. A little library with books and a stereo system, satellite TV incl. around 50 German channels, a free Wi-Fi connection (protected by a password to prevent inappropriate use by children) are available. In recent years Villa Erato has gained many regular guests who keep returning.

The house is ideal for families as well as small groups who would like to spend an active holiday in Crete, such as cyclists, hikers or triathletes. It is also ideal for cultural enthusiasts, as all areas of the island are within a day trip. There are beautiful beaches a few minutes away. The Olympia holiday villa was built on a 200-metre-high elevation with a truly fantastic view of the sea and the mountains. It is on the outskirts of the village with some other holiday houses, all built of natural stone. Undoubtedly the most beautiful residential location of the whole of Rethymnon town: a lovely view, very quiet, with the village centre just 500 metres away and Rethymnon just a few minutes’ drive away, as well as the beaches.

Personal fitness trainer: we offer you a personal fitness programme. Enjoy the Cretan sun, the beach and the sea, the healthy Cretan diet and take part in sports, so that you return home to everyday life fit and relaxed, rather than with unnecessary additional kilos. As the owner of your holiday villa, I am an experienced triathlete (Iron Man finisher), an amateur cyclist and a marathon runner. Depending on your wishes, you receive a personal fitness programme, which can include cycling, running, swimming, weight training or massages and visits to the sauna. We look forward to your visit.

House information

  • Approx. 130 m²
  • 6 persons
  • detached (house)
  • type of building: Single family house
  • Licence number
  • disability access
  • total number of floors in the building: 1
  • 3 bedrooms
  • year of construction 2001
  • 2 bathrooms
  • year of renovation 2010
  • 450 m² size of property

Distances (linear)

  • berth approx. 5 km
  • bars/clubs/going out approx. 5 km
  • basketball court approx. 2 km
  • airport approx. 65 km
  • port approx. 6 km
  • grocery store approx. 600 m
  • sea approx. 4 km
  • mini-golf course approx. 5 km
  • nearest stop (public transport) approx. 200 m
  • city/town approx. 500 m
  • cafés/restaurants approx. 500 m
  • sandy beach approx. 4 km
  • swimming pool approx. 4 km
  • beach approx. 4 km
  • tennis court approx. 5 km
  • football pitch approx. 1 km
  • hiking trail approx. 2 km
  • water (sea, lake, etc.) approx. 4 km
  • water sports approx. 5 km
  • bicycle hire approx. 5 km
  • jet ski hire approx. 5 km
  • canoe hire approx. 5 km
  • paragliding approx. 5 km
  • surf hire approx. 5 km

Floor plan

further rooms

bedroom 1

  • double bed (1.80 m width)

bedroom 2

  • king-size bed (1.60 m width)

bedroom 3

  • king-size bed (1.60 m width)

bathroom 1

  • whirlpool (hot tub)

bathroom 2

  • bathtub

Features

Living area

  • iron
  • DVD player
  • fireplace
  • music system
  • safe
  • satellite TV

Kitchen

  • oven
  • Ceran hob
  • freezer compartment
  • filter coffee machine
  • fridge
  • microwave
  • dishwasher
  • toaster
  • electric kettle

Other

  • underfloor heating: Everywhere
  • heating: Everywhere
  • no group bookings
  • no youth groups
  • child's chair
  • air conditioning: In part
  • non-smoking property
  • party games for adults
  • washing machine
  • Wifi
  • pets not allowed

Outside area

  • outdoor shower
  • balcony
  • completely enclosed
  • garden: For sole use
  • grill/barbecue
  • children's pool
  • terrace
  • verandah
  • Total of private car parking spaces
  • of which private outdoor parking space

Special feature of this property

  • private pool
  • sea/lake view

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* Unless otherwise indicated, this property is not equipped for the disabled.
  • max. 6 persons including children  
    No pets allowed.
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Visitor's tax and security deposit: visitor's tax no, payable at location, security deposit EUR 200.00 (mandatory, payable at location)

General terms and conditions of provider

Cancellation ist possible according to the general terms and conditions of the provider e-domizil AG .

0% of the rental price if cancellation is made up to the 61st day prior to arrival
50% of the rental price if cancellation is made up to the 35th day prior to arrival
80% of the rental price if cancellation is made up to the 2nd day prior to arrival
95% of the rental price if cancellation is made on the day of arrival

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This is what customers wrote about the holiday house 

  • 4.0 out of 5
    Guest Brigitta wrote
    on 26/09/2019 in German

    “Ruhig gelegenes Steinhaus mit eigenem Garten und schönem Pool. Ausstattung gemütlich und ausreichend, es ist alles da was man braucht. Angenehm war der regelmässige Service von Garten, Pool und Haus während des Aufenthalts.
    Dazu sehr netter Kontakt zum Vermieter (wenn auch nur per Mail).
    Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.”

    Comment from property owner :
    “Leider war es mir als Vermieter nicht möglich unsere Gäste persönlich zu betreuen, da ich während des Aufenthaltes beruflich im Ausland gewesen bin.”

  • 5.0 out of 5
    A guest wrote
    on 06/10/2018 in German, travel period: September 2018

    “Tolle Villa mit fantastischem Blick aufs Meer . Innenausstatung ist sehr gut. Die Lage ist bestens geeignet wenn man keinen Massentourismus sucht.”

  • 5.0 out of 5
    An atraveo-customer wrote
    on 08/07/2018 in German, travel period: June 2018

    “Sehr empfehlenswert”

  • 5.0 out of 5
    Guest Lars wrote
    on 06/07/2018 in German, travel period: June 2018

    “Wir waren in der Villa Olympia:
    Es war eine wunderschöne Villa. Die Innenausstattung ist comfortabel (nicht High-End, aber sehr angenehm). Es hatte eigentlich auch in der Küche alles was man so benötigt. Ein zu Beginn versäumtes Kinderbett wurde uns bei Anreise am gleichen Abend noch gebracht - sowie der (von den Vorherigen Mietern) zustörte Wasserkocher ausgetauscht - Das ist also absoluter Top-Service, solche Probleme in wenigen Stunden zu erledigen (und das in Griechenland, da läuft ja nicht immer alles so nach deutscher Pünktlichkeit :))
    Der Pool ist ein absolutes Highlight und der Ausblick vom ersten Obergeschoss war phänomenal.
    Die Hanglage der Strasse bedeutet natürlich, dass Personen mit eingeschränkter Geh-Fähigkeit eher Abstand von der Buchung hier nehmen sollten, ansonsten stellt es aber kein Problem dar.”

  • 4.0 out of 5
    An atraveo-customer wrote
    on 23/10/2017 in Danish, travel period: October 2017

    “Det var et meget fint og rent hus. Ejeren var meget hjælpsom. Huset havde en dejlig solrig terrasse oppe på 1. sal. Dog var der ikke meget sol ved poolen, da der var for meget der skyggede. Sengene var dog alt alt for hårde. Det var som om der manglede en top/overmadras. Huset var også rummeligt og der var dejlig meget skabsplads på værelserne. Køkkenet var også veludstyret og funktionelt.”