Villas in Crete

Villas in Crete

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Popular Villas in Crete

North Crete, Crete

Villa for 4 people, with garden and ocean view

Free cancellation

from £129 per night

Gouves, North Crete

Villa for 2 people

from £102 per night

North Crete, Crete

Villa for 2 people, with terrace and garden

Free cancellation

from £139 per night

North Crete, Crete

Villa for 2 people, with garden and terrace

Free cancellation

from £353 per night

North Crete, Crete

10.0

Villa for 2 people, with garden and view as well as pool

Free cancellation

from £85 per night

West Coast Crete, Crete

7.4

Villa for 3 people, with children pool and garden

from £82 per night

Agia Marina, West Coast Crete

9.0

Villa for 3 people, with garden and view as well as pool

Free cancellation

from £45 per night

North Crete, Crete

9.5

Villa for 2 people, with pool and garden

Free cancellation

from £189 per night

South Crete, Crete

9.0

Villa for 2 people, with view and garden

from £68 per night

West Coast Crete, Crete

9.0

Villa for 3 people, with garden and view

from £85 per night

South Crete, Crete

8.5

Villa for 5 people, with garden

Free cancellation

from £148 per night

Platanias, West Coast Crete

9.2

Villa for 4 people, with view and pool as well as garden

from £69 per night

South Crete, Crete

8.6

Villa for 3 people, with garden and pool as well as view, child-friendly

from £90 per night

North Crete, Crete

Villa for 2 people, with garden and terrace

Free cancellation

from £426 per night

South Crete, Crete

Villa for 4 people, with garden and ocean view

Free cancellation

from £119 per night

North Crete, Crete

9.5

Villa for 3 people, with garden and pool as well as view, with pets

from £62 per night

West Coast Crete, Crete

9.0

Villa for 3 people, with view and garden

from £87 per night

South Crete, Crete

9.8

Villa for 5 people, with ocean view and garden

from £79 per night

Malia, North Crete

Villa for 4 people, with garden and pool

Free cancellation

from £130 per night

South Crete, Crete

9.9

Villa for 3 people, with pool and garden

Free cancellation

from £288 per night

North Crete, Crete

9.9

Villa for 4 people, with sauna and ocean view as well as garden

from £55 per night

West Coast Crete, Crete

10.0

Villa for 2 people, with pool and garden

Free cancellation

from £223 per night

North Crete, Crete

9.6

Villa for 3 people, with view and pool as well as garden

from £157 per night

North Crete, Crete

9.0

Villa for 4 people, with terrace

from £103 per night

Best Villas in Crete

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Other holiday ideas and property types in Crete that might be interesting

Villas in Crete: Most popular destinations

    Highlights in Crete

    • Amazing landscape
    • Quiet and pleasant holidays
    • Stunning and unique pink beaches
    • Fantastic islands
    • Great hikes

    Villas in Crete

    Luxury stays in villas close to the beach

    Planning a fantastic holiday on a lovely sunbathed island with crystal-clear waters and lovely beaches? Crete is your next destination. Crete boasts a varied terrain with sandy beaches, an impressive mountain range and ancient settlements. You can find luxurious villas in Crete, north of the island, mainly in Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion, Malia and Agios. These will be a great base if you wish to tour the rest of the Greek Islands. Hurry up! The clock is ticking!

    Exclusive villas with swimming pools

    Renting a villa in Crete is the ideal option for families or groups of friends travelling together. You can find spacious villas for 4, 6 and 8 people. Some of the features of the villas include:

    • Comfortable lounges
    • Lovely rooms
    • Open plan kitchens
    • Gardens

    The outdoors can be enjoyed by the pool, taking a nap under the shade of a tree in the garden or sunbathing in the deckchair of the terrace. Villas are usually secluded properties to enjoy privacy but are still close enough to the beaches and the main towns.

    Travellers and activities

    Crete for beach lovers

    If you are dreaming of a beach holiday with crystal-clear waters, sandy beaches and lots of sun, Crete is your next destination. Fine white sand, crystal-clear and shallow waters and perfect stretches for families and holidaymakers to enjoy. The best beach is Elafonisi, well known for its curious pink sand and also known as the Greek Caribbean. But Laguna de Balos, Falassarna, Seitan Limania, Stavros, Matala, Belegrina and Vai are also highly recommended. Book a beachfront villa in Crete and come and enjoy them for as long as you want!

    Crete for relaxing holidays

    Crete is an ideal destination for a quiet and relaxing holiday. An island that still retains the charm conferred by its most entrenched traditions, where the world seems to have stopped. With picture-perfect beaches, a natural environment of stunning beauty, majestic mountains and rural villages. You can enjoy Venetian touches, accompanied by exquisite cuisine that delights even the fussiest people. Enjoy the sensations that will make you forget about everything and make your stay unforgettable for years to come. Therefore, if your body and mind are screaming for a break, do not hesitate to rent a villa in Crete for your next holiday destination.

    The father of medicine, Hippocrates, stated that Crete’s air has healing powers, as most people have believed for years.

    Top 7 travel tips in Crete

    1. Visit the Palace of Knossos

    The majestic Palace of Knossos is the perfect place to learn about the Minoan civilisation. Crete was the cradle of the Minoan civilisation that gave rise to the Europe we know today. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the majestic Palace of Knossos to learn all about the secrets of this culture. Admire the palace and check out the Throne Room, walk part of the Royal Way, the garden and the Royal Apartments.

    2. Looking for unique beaches? Pink is the colour!

    There are only a few pink beaches around the world, and Crete boasts two of them. These beaches are Balos and Elafonisi and have to be seen to be believed. The pink colour comes from tiny crushed red shells, giving the sand this particular tone. Lagoon-like beaches with crystal-clear and shallow waters that look like heaven on earth. Elafonisi is a nature reserve with a pink sandy beach. Paddle in the natural pool and lie back admiring the shimmering water, the Cretan coast, and feel like you are in paradise. Balos, near Chania, is surrounded by a lagoon of pure light green and blue colour. You can reach it by boat or challenge yourself and hike all the way to the lagoon.

    3. Hiking in the gorge of Samaria

    Walking this ravine is the perfect way to make it stay in your memory forever. If you have a private villa in Crete, start this 10-mile hike in Omalos Plateau at the viewing platform and make your way to the “Iron Gates”, where the ravine tapers to 50 feet (4 metres). Along the way, keep looking up to spot some kri-kri, an endangered feral goat from the island. Finish your hike and catch the ferry to Sougia or Sfakia. Enjoy one of the most impressive Greek natural jewels.

    4. Lake Voulismeni

    This beautiful and unusual lake is ringed by boats, coffee shops and restaurants in Agios Nikolaos, and now it is connected to the port and the sea. According to the legend, Lake Voulismeni is bottomless, but the truth is that it goes down just 200 feet. Enjoy a coffee and see the lights reflecting on the water in the evening.

    5. Chania’s Venetian Port

    The Venetians started building Chania’s port in the early 1300s and finished 3 centuries later. It boasts a 17th-century lighthouse with a minaret-like shape, a symbol for the city, and the Centre of Mediterranean Architecture. The magnificent Venetian port of Chania is one of the biggest attractions of the island, standing out for its fort. You cannot miss the city market to try its gastronomic delights and raki, the local liquor.

    6. Visit Rethymnon Old Town

    Rethymno is one of the best preserved old towns in Crete, where you can visit the Venetian church that later became the Neratze Mosque. Nowadays, it is the odeon where music concerts are held. Walk the cobblestone alleys of this pretty town and enjoy a nice afternoon before retiring to your villa in Crete.

    7. Visit Spinalonga Island

    A small area of fortified land floating on the turquoise waters of Crete. Spinalonga is one of the most visited landmarks, and it holds lots of history since it was a containment area for lepers. Spend the day along the shores and discover the hidden gems of the island.

    Information about villas in Crete

    🏡 Villas available: 3304 properties.
    💳 Discount available: up to -58%.
    🌙 Minimum price per night: from £40.
    ⭐ Most popular amenities: Wi-Fi, air conditioning and balcony.
    🐾 Pet-friendly: 582 properties.
    📶 For workation: 97% of the properties.
    🏊 With pool: 2149 properties.

    FAQs: Villas in Crete

    Which services can you expect to find at the villas in Crete?

    Among the facilities you can find on Holidu, it seems that the villas in Crete offer everything that tourists want! Here, villas generally are equipped with a variety of amenities, the most popular being: air conditioning (96%), Wi-Fi (93%), and balcony (84%)... Tempted?

    How are the villas usually rated in Crete?

    The villas here are often well rated. 35% of the villas in Crete have excellent reviews and an average score of 4.5 stars!

    Are the villas in Crete child-friendly?

    Holidu's insights reveal that less than 10% of villas in Crete are suitable for families with children. Here, it will probably be easier to book for groups of friends.

    Are the villas in Crete suitable for holiday-makers who wish to travel with their pets?

    Generally, less than 10% of villas in Crete accept pets. We can therefore recommend that there are better destinations in Greece for holidays with a pet.

    Do the villas in Crete generally have Wi-Fi?

    Certainly! According to Holidu's data, 93% of villas in Crete include an internet connection. You will be able to stay connected throughout your stay!

    What is the average price for villas in Crete?

    The majority of villas in Crete (85%) cost less than £100 a night. This is the dream destination for finding an affordable villa!

    Do the villas in Crete usually have a fireplace or a swimming pool?

    Good news! According to Holidu's data, 64% of villas in Crete have a swimming pool. It's the ideal destination for you to spend the summer months! In addition,72% even have a barbecue!

    Are the villas in Crete suitable for stays with the whole family or rather for an escape as a couple?

    In Crete, according to the information gathered last year, 47% of villas accept up to eight people, and 44% of these villas are made up of at least four bedrooms. But 98% of villas also have facilities for groups of up to four guests, and 97% of the villas are made up of at least two separate bedrooms. This is, therefore, the ideal destination for large and small families!

    Are you able to enjoy a beautiful view and spend time outside at the villas in Crete?

    84% of villas have a balcony or terrace, and 1% have a view. However, it is not very common, so availability can be limited. If this is a priority for you, you should start your holiday planning early. Also, don't forget to use the filters that suit you the best to be sure to find the villa that is perfect for you. However, 75% of villas in Crete have gardens, where you can enjoy the outdoors. If you like to have lunch or dinner outside, and especially if you like barbecues, 72% of the villas have them.

    Are you interested in finding out which are the best times of the year to make a trip to Crete?

    Without a doubt, Crete is the perfect place to enjoy the hottest months of the year. We can make this claim because according to the data, 64% of the properties here have a swimming pool, 75% have a garden and 96% have air conditioning. Don't wait any longer to book your accommodation in Crete to enjoy an unforgettable holiday.