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Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views!

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Exterior
Pool
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15280 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 8

3 Double Futons

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views!

You can never get used to beautiful sunsets, the sound of waves hitting the rocks and the wet salty breeze coming from the sea. An almost private pebble bay beach is waiting for you in front of holiday villa Katerina in Episkopi, near Rethymno. It is only 30 meters away from the sea offering panoramic views of Georgioupolis bay. Katerina Villa is located in the northern part of Crete which is a famous destination between Chania and Rethymno, the coziest and most attractive cities of the island, with many museums, castles, old towns, and vivid nightlife.


★Distances★
nearest beach 10m
nearest grocery 10km
nearest restaurant 300m
Heraklion airport 90km
Chania airport 55km

In villa Katerina you can enjoy privacy for your up to 15 family and friends in the two floors of the property. In its 5 acres of land, you can find a huge garden with trees, grass, flowers, a 30 square meter private pool, and a BBQ area with dining furniture. Moreover, there are sun beds, umbrellas, and an outdoor shower in case you prefer swimming at the pool instead of your private beach. The villa has 7 stylish bedrooms with windows enjoying sea or garden views and 4 bathrooms and 1 separate WC. All the villa furniture and materials have been carefully selected to create a romantic atmosphere with a touch of luxury; also there is a huge variety of modern comforts and amenities. The living room and all bedrooms have air conditioning and Wi-Fi is available. In the living room, there is an open fireplace and a big flat-screen TV with satellite reception that will keep you company after a tiring day of swimming or adventuring around the island. The kitchen is fully equipped with a big dining table and it has a variety of amenities such as a dishwasher, fridge with freezer, electric kitchen, microwave, kettle, toaster, French coffee maker, juice maker, and The villa has also a washing machine, an iron, and an iron board.
Katerina villa has a safe and there is also parking space inside the premises and free public parking outside of the property.

Floor Layout:

•Ground floor:
Each one of the part has: 1 double bedroom with air-conditioning, window no balcony, kitchenette, with small dining area, 1 sofa bed, small patio/veranda in front

•First floor: Small entrance with sofa, dining area, living room, kitchen, 2 double bedrooms with windows no balconies with air-conditioning, 2 twin bedrooms with air condition and windows no balcony, 1 WC? bathroom, 1 WC/ Shower

★Included CreteVillas4u Services★ Welcome Basket | Pre Arrival shopping list | 24/7 Landline service | Linen & Towels change included | Pool Towels | Garden Maintenance | Pool Cleaning 2/3 times per week | Free Parking | Baby Cot & High Chair (upon request) | Check in and check out can be made without person to person contact (upon request)

★Extra Services★ Concierge | In Villa Doctor | Baby Sitting | Beauty Treatments | Tours & Excursions | Chef Services | Transfer with additional discount for our guests | Car Rental with additional discount for our guests | In Villa Wine Tasting | Sailing | Helicopter Rental | Airplane Rental | Personal Training | Organize any special events such as Birthdays, Wedding, etc

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The villa is friendly and safe for children
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Weddings are accepted upon request & extra charge
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is only allowed only in the exterior areas

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: weddings are accepted upon request & extra charge
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 1289268

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 near a water park and on the beach. Ancient Lappa and Great Gate are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Rethymnon and Rethymnon Venetian Port. Travelling with kids? Consider Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • Petres Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Episkopi Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Port of Souda - 40 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Agia Marina Beach - 50 min drive - 65.2 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪To Stsvrodromi Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Τα Σουβλάκια του Γαγάνη - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪klapsinos taverna - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vithos - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pelagias Yard - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views!?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views! on 2 May 2026 start from AU$866, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views!?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Family Villa with Private pool, Playground, BBQ & Amazing Sea Views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Rethymno villa is within a 5-minute walk of Petres Beach and Episkopi Beach. Georgioupolis Beach and Kalyváki are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christo B.

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

Home away from home

This home is immaculately maintained by a family that will host you as if you were their family too. It is spacious and you will find everything you would ever want or need in your own home. The pool is huge and the grounds and gardens are so beautifully maintained that you will think you are in paradise. There is a private beach you can swim at also. You cannot ask for a better, more inviting home to have your family reunion or get together at!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Beautiful family vacation

We all had a wonderful time on our family vacation. The house was very comfortable and clean. The outdoor spaces of this villa are beautiful beyond words. The owners of the home were very nice and welcoming! Katrina even gifted us a few of her pictures which she painted. There are three tavernas within walking distance. They were also awesome! We definitely recommend this experience! Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Family get together

We couldn’t have found a better spot and will definitely return. The house and grounds are spacious, with many lovely areas to seat the whole group.We loved the bbq area and seating and the big balcony has stunning views over the sea and mountains. The beach was clean with crystal clear water and we had other beaches within walking distance. There are three tavernas within a five minute walk along a rarely used side road. We were concerned that the proximity to the main road might be sn issue, but it couldn’t be heard inside the property abd it actually made access to shops and the airports very straightforward.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

A lovely villa near Rethymno

A clean modern villa overlooking the sea with plenty of space in the large grounds to relax, swim in the pool or barbecue in the outside kitchen. A few metres from the gardens is a short path to a small pebble beach with crystal clear water to swim and snorkel. The villa is separated into one large apartment in the first floor and three smaller ones at ground level with direct access to the garden pool and sea! There is a road behind and not far the villa but you can’t hear the traffic from the front at all and it was not a problem - it also meant an easy drive to the beautiful town of Rethymno, though there are at three great restaurants within easy walking distance. Katerina and her family were lovely and ensured we were very well looked after. A great place, great value and stunning views!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Lexi N.

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

Stunning

Offered everything we were looking for! Walking distance to many tavernas, lots of outdoor gathering spaces, 3 apts (2 beds each) and a main house with 4 more bedrooms provided opportunities to recharge energy for introverts. Pool and grounds amazing, and only a few feet to an incredible private beach cove. Management is superior—responsive and flexible! Helped us arrange grocery delivery before we arrived, a spectacular Chef created dinner on site, even charcoal provided for the outdoor kitchen. 7 min to large grocery store but definitely away from it all. We had 13 people ranging from 4-79 years, and everyone was thrilled. Imagine! Katerina has a special place here and has created something beautiful to share! Thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

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

Crystal clear water and sea view!

Excellent stay for three families and grandparents. Three small apartments on ground floor (one double bedone single bed per appartment, one also with sofa bed). Two doubles and two singles on first floor. All rooms with air condition.The small (rocky) beach right below the house has amazingly clear waters, and the pool was great for our kids (7-11 years.). Only 100m to a great taverna (Mimi’s). Also near a really nice sandy beach with a beach bar/restaurant.From first floor, the ocean view is amazing, and we ate on the terrass several nights, at sunset. And the garden is beautifully kept.Only a few and minor ”complaints”. The family kitchen on the first floor is on the smaller side, and there is no fridge next to bbq area (a bit of a hassle to run up and down to fetch cold beverages). Also you need a car to get to a grocery store. But overall a wonderful stay, including hospitality from Petros and Katerina, and the two very cute ”house” cats (loved by the kids).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rüdiger B.

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

Ein tolles Anwesen, liebevoll eingerichtet

Wir haben uns als Truppe, 13 Personen wohlgefühlt. Das Anwesen bietet viele Möglichkeiten zum relaxen, mit ruhigen Leseecken und einem schönen Pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Silvia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

In die Jahre gekommene Villa

Es ist ein schönes Haus und Grundstück, besonders der Garten. Die Lage ist aber etwas schwierig, direkt an der Autobahn ist der Lautstärkepegel hoch. Dafür aber sehr nahe an Rethymnon. Die meisten schönen Sandstrände sind nur mit dem Auto erreichbar. Der zugehörige Strand ist leider auch eher schwer begehbar (steinige, kaputte Treppe, keine Geländer..) und so nicht kinderfreundlich. Leider lässt der allgemeine Zustand des Hauses zu wünschen übrig: Wir hatten immer wieder kaltes Wasser beim Duschen weil der Boiler nicht recht funktionierte. Besonders die Appartements waren in keinem guten Zustand, inkl. Schimmel in einem Badezimmer. Das Mobiliar ist zusammengewürfelt, alt und teilweise unvollständig (z.B. fehlende Birnen in Lampen). Zudem hatten wir einen Wasserschaden, der aber gleich behoben wurde. Die Appartements sind auch nicht mit dem Haupthaus verbunden. Für uns am schwerwiegendsten war die Tatsache, dass es als familienfreundlich ausgeschrieben wurde aber nicht war. Der Zugang zum Meer ist gefährlich und vor allem der Pool war ungesichert (das Foto online liess aber anderes vermuten). Darauf hingewiesen hat der Vermieter dann zwar ein Geländer montiert (das er offensichtlich zuvor schon mehrmals genutzt hatte) wollte aber ganze 150 Euro dafür, zusätzlich zu der schon hohen Miete. Er liess auch nicht mit sich reden, als wir ihn darauf ansprachen. Trotz allem waren es schöne Ferien auf Kreta.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang W.

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

Sehr gelungener Urlaub

Alles, von dem ersten Kontakt mit Manos bis zum Check-out mit dem Eigner hat bestens funktioniert. Die Gastgeber waren sehr nett, die Lage traumhaft. Das Haus hat alle Erwartungen übertroffen. Gerne kommen wir wieder !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niels H.

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

Villa med udsigt

God beliggenhed lige ned til dejlig stenstrand (husk badesko). Ligger tæt på den store vej. Det er praktisk men giver også lidt trafikstøj. Villaen er delt op i 4 boenheder: 3 små nedenunder og en stor ovenpå.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bjorn s.

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

Perfect stay for the entire family

Very nice house, spacious, very well taken care off. House gives enough space to give a large group enough space for privacy aswell. House owners went the extra mile to make the stay extra good. Thanks Petros, Katerina.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tali C.

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

The perfect house for a family reunion

Our three families with 15 people stayed at this wonderful villa in August 2019 - and it was absolutely the perfect place in every possible way! The villa accommodated all of us comfortably, providing plenty of room for all of us to hang out together while allowing privacy for the three couples in the downstairs units. The villa is fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes and all the necessary kitchen utensils and more. It provides several large dining areas and many places to hang out, including the pool area, the gazebo and the beach. The owner took very good care of us and was super accommodating. We can't wait to come back again! This villa is truly magnificent!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Wunderschöne Villa

Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Woche in der "Villa Katerina". Das Haus und der Garten war sehr schön. Uns hat es an nichts gefehlt. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Staffan F.

Nice place!

House is great. Bad thing is there is no place(far) to buy great food and cook at home. Good thing its not far to a restaurant.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lyra J.

Beautiful villa with the sea on doorsteps

The treatment by Mr. Manos while booking the Villa was exceptional and he has responded to all our special requests by 100 percent. The Villa is perfect for several families who want to stay with maximum privacy at times, but spend also some time together, the garden is beautiful and well maintained and the sea beach is just a minute down the steps. The location is perfect and the connections to restaurants are available by foot and few minutes by car to the nearest shops. The owners are very hospitable and we enjoyed the paintings of Ms. Katerina, as well as her traditional Cretan dishes that was nice surprise for us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017

About the host

Hosted by Manos Dafermos

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Hello there,
I am Manos, owner, and manager of CreteVillas4U. I have been in the hospitality sector long before CreteVillas4U, however. I was actually born, grew up, and spent most of my life in a hotel owned by my family. So, I guess it came as no surprise when I expressed my wish to study at Rhodes’ Tourism School and, later on, when I decided to start my own business in the sector.
One thing I learned growing up in a family-run hotel is that hospitality is more than hotel management, logistics, and operations. It is a culture, passed down from one generation to the next. You can study to be a hotel manager but you cannot study to be hospitable.
I apply this philosophy in my business as well. The rule is simple: the guests of the villas I manage are my guests. As an active traveler, I expect nothing less myself.
The fourth generation of Dafermos hoteliers has already been born. I know now that my two beautiful children will probably follow in my steps, as I did before them. There is a small difference though: they are smarter, more educated, and better (big smile).

CreteVillas4u Head Offices are located in Rethymnon, Crete, Lasithiou 1 Str. under the approval of the Greek Tourism Organization with License number: 1041E70000184301

All the best,
Manos Dafermos

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