Close to the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Rethymno villa, you'll find Spilies Beach and Geropotamos Beach. Rethimno Kart and Platanes Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 75 min drive
Restaurants
Cafe Ciao - 5 min drive
Ακρογιάλι (Akrogiali) - 6 min drive
Zeno Lobby Bar - 8 min drive
Σπίτι του Πολιού (Poliou House) - 6 min drive
Romeo&Juliet Meze Bar - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View
In the beautiful picturesque village of Prinos, lies Villa Elena & Pelagia, combine traditional architecture with all the modern amenities, for a comfortable stay 2 to 5 people in a green and quiet landscape with private pool where you can relax, and enjoy your holiday.
The nearest sandy beach “Skaleta” is just 10 min walking distance through a safe path.
Well positioned. Easy access to the highway and to the rest of the island.
Villas Elena & Pelagia are located 15 km from Rethymno city . 75 km far from the town and the airport of Chania and 75 km from the city and the airport of Heraklion. Both of these airports offer easy direct access from most European cities The property was built in 2004 in Prinos village in a quiet, green and beautiful place, surrounded by olive-trees. With view to the mountains and to the cretan sea. You are in the center of Crete and you can arrange your excursions to any place you like.
All the comforts of a modern home are at your disposal. Bathroom with shower Fully equipped kitchen facilities (coffee maker, toast maker etc) Dining room Capacity to sleep up to 6 persons family Living room home style with fire place and also TV 32’’, DVD player, Stereo CD, satelite, mini TV 14’’ in bedroom, safe-box Inviting 2 private swimming pools, outdoor BBQ and traditional wood ovens Large balkonies with breathtaking view Spacious front patio and gardens for your morning coffee Independent heating system and 3 air conditioning units Washing machine and outdoor clothes hunger Iron and ironing board Boiler by the sun Baby cot and baby chair (upon request) Also bicycles provided to you during your stay, and playground for your children in the yard.
Make and bake your own bread in a Cretan traditional wood oven and light up the charcoals to BBQ the local testy Cretan meats and vegetables.
Villas offer 1 double bed bedroom, 1 bedroom with 2 single beds & 1 bathroom , with an open plan living/dining area leading to a modern, fully fitted kitchen, in every house and also 2 sofa beds in the living room.
Outside, every villa has its own private swimming pool, grounds and parking. One sun terrace allow you to enjoy stunning views of the Cretan hills and the beautiful panorama to the Aegean sea.
Walk or cycle, ride a horse, go fishing and enjoy an experience surrounded by the beautiful nature.
Discover the art of cheese, honey, and raki making only a few minutes away. Learn how the famous Margarites pottery is made.
On a distance of 2km from the villas, the guest will find tavernas, pharmacy , hairdresser, bakery, supermarkets, petrol station and Doctor's room.
We offer to all of our guests , Welcome Packet on your arrival & Cretan traditional meal , homemade with materials from our farm during your stay. Also a full guide with the best places to visit around the area.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Bicycles
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 1 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pets are not allowed on the bed and sofa.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please contact owner first
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Please contact owner first
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. Note from host: Please contact owner first For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 1041Κ92003213301
We should mention
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
How close is Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View to the airport?
This villa is 49.5 mi (75-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View to the beach?
This villa is 2.8 mi (12-min drive) from Spilies Beach and 3.3 mi (11-min drive) from Geropotamos Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View?
No, there is no casino at this villa.
What time is check-in at Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View have a pool?
This villa features an outdoor pool.
Does Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this villa.
How close is Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View to downtown Rethymno?
This villa is 0.2 mi away from Prinos.
Villa Pelagia ~Peaceful Location~Private Pool~BBQ~Sea & Mountain View Reviews
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9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Beckie H.
Jun 29, 2025
Absolutely fabulous
We started our honeymoon here and from the beginning it was amazing, the villa was fully equipped with everything you need for a perfect stay. The pool and views are great and you feel very secluded, only piece of advise is to hire a car we struggled up the hill with shopping in your heat and achievement in itself but not one to repeat we hired a car and visited Chania, Matala, Rethymno and Lake Kournas all wonderful in their own right, Elena couldn’t have done anymore for us and was so attentive, we will definitely return
Beckie H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa r.
Oct 5, 2024
Lisa r.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
David A.
Sep 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss!
Elania and Pelagia were perfect hosts and the property had everything we could possibly have wanted - we would absolutely recommend the villa to anyone who wants a great base and a relaxing holiday!
David A.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard T., London
Aug 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family villa in the countryside by the coast
Delightful secluded villa with pool. Elena is a lovely host who immediately acted to solve the little niggles that came up and was quick to provide helpful information throughout our stay. She generously supplied a bottle of sherry and breakfast food essentials when we arrived, which was very kind and most appreciated after our long journey.
Richard T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emma W.
Aug 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We stayed in this beautiful property in a beautiful location. Elena is really friendly and helpful. I would suggest hiring a car as the beach and shops are a little too far to walk and the roads arent really pedestrian friendly. The pool is a little too deep for children to reach the floor but as long as they can swim its fine, or just buy a bunch of floats. As a family we had an amazing two weeks at thos property and would 100% stay again.
Emma W.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
David K.
Jul 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The Villa that you are looking for!
Elena and Pelagia have put a tremendous amount of effort into making sure that the Villa is exactly what would be best for a holiday. Everything that you need is included and it all works. If there are any problems they are quick to respond….. even when our daughter accidentally locked us all out.
The real blessing in the hot weather was the air conditioning.
Many thanks for a lovely holiday.
David
David K.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
David H.
Aug 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic family holiday
We have just returned from a fantastic 2 week stay at this villa and can not recommend it enough. We have stayed in villas for most of our family holidays and villa Elena is by far the best equipped. We made full use of the pool, BBQ and bread/pizza oven.
The hosts were extremely helpful and even made us a traditional Greek dinner of meatballs, potatoes and salad which was delicious. Cleaning of the property was offered twice a week along with fresh bed linen and towels.
There are 2 villas on this property however each have their own private pool and BBQ area and we did not feel any loss of privacy.
The local beach and shops are about a 20 minute walk however we only did this once due to the heat. Driving and parking is not an issue in the local area.
Overall we had a fantastic stay and could not have felt more welcome. We will definitely be looking to return in the future. Thank you.
David H.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Rael A.
Aug 30, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Family rest
Very quiet, need a car. Lovely pool and grounds.
Rael A.
10/10 Excellent
Ivan C.
Sep 24, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
September Break
The property was great. We stayed for a week and had a great time. Our host, Pelagia, was welcoming and very helpful in what to do, where to go and what to see. The pool offered a refreshing break from the heat of the sun and the local supermarket supplied all needed for out brief stay. The location itself allowed us to visit a multitude of different beaches and sites as well as being only approximately 20 minutes away from Rethymno which also had plenty of pubs and clubs to spend the evenings. I would highly recommend this property to anyone considering visiting Crete.
Ivan C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Darren S.
Aug 20, 2018
My family's stay - 02/08/18 - 18/08/18
Absolutely fantastic, private villa kept clean and maintained by Elena and her husband superbly.
Elena's cooking is Greek food at its best.
Thank you so much, we hope to be back one day
Lots of love from the Shawyer family, especially - Isabelle, Joshua & Emily
Darren S.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jens-Martin D.
Sep 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Für uns war die Villa genau das Richtige. Sehr ruhig gelegen, ca 2 Autominuten von der Küstenstrasse.Der Pool ist super und wurde während des Aufenthalts mehrfach gepflegt.Die Küche hat alles was man braucht in gutem Zustand.Wir werden gerne wieder kommen!
Jens-Martin D.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cyril P.
Sep 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Maison à l'esprit traditionnel avec un très bon emplacement au calme (aucun bruits ni nuisances). Tout ça à 10-12 min de Rethymnon.
Cyril P.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Manuela P.
Aug 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Schöner Sommerurlaub
Manuela P.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Loïc P., Vouvray
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacances
Superbe villa très propre avec une piscine et une vue magnifique. Nous avons passés 15 jours de vacances très agréable.L hôte est très sympathique et a notre écoute.Prestation de très belle qualité propre des commerces et plages.Merci encore pour votre accueil.Loïc
Loïc P.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melanie M.
Oct 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Ein wunderschöner Aufenthalt
Das Objekt - und der Pool - sind schön, sauber und ruhig. Die Gastgeber waren sehr freundlich, antworteten immer zügig. Bei der Anreise waren im Kühlschrank Lebensmittel für das Frühstück am ersten Morgen vorhanden und wir wurden an einem Abend mit sehr leckerem kreitschen Essen versorgt. Die Bettwäsche und die Handtücher wurden während unseres 10-tägigen Aufenthaltes gewechselt. Sie wären sogar ein weiteres Mal gewechselt worden, wenn wir dies gewollt hätten. Die Check-in- und Check-out-Zeiten wurden freundlicherweise leicht verändert aufgrung unserer Flugzeiten. Wir können den Aufenthalt dort sehr empfehlen.
Melanie M.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Gisela O.
Sep 27, 2022
Schöne Villa
Die Villa samt Ausstattung und Pool ist wirklich sehr schön und die Vermieterin sehr nett. Nur die Lage hatte ich mir anders vorgestellt. In der Anzeige von FEWO Direkt hieß es, dass es nur 10 Minuten zu Fuß zum Strand wären. Das war nicht so. Mit dem Auto waren es 10 Minuten. Wir hatten uns für das Objekt entschieden, da wir gerne am Abend mal zu Fuß auf ein Glas Wein oder einen Cocktail gegangen wären. So blieben wir also zuhause. Das war sehr schade und entsprach nicht unseren Vorstellungen.
Gisela O.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bianca B.
Aug 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes Haus auf großem Grundstück
Wir haben im Juli 2022 hier zwei Wochen verbracht und sind super zufrieden gewesen! Elena und Pelagia sind sehr freundlich. Zwei Mal die Woche wurden die Handtücher getauscht und auf Wunsch die Betten frisch bezogen. Alle Räume waren sauber und ordentlich. Die Küche ist mit allem ausgestattet was man so braucht. In jedem Raum gibt es eine Klimaanlage. Es befinden sich zwei Villen auf dem Grundstück, wobei wir von den anderen Gästen nie etwas mitbekommen haben. Wir haben über Elena und Pelagia einen Shuttle vom Flughafen gebucht und waren auch hier sehr zufrieden. Die beiden standen uns auch sonst zu jeder Zeit bei Fragen per whatsapp zur Verfügung! Der Außenbereich ist sehr gepflegt und der Pool hatte eine perfekte Größe. Da er 1,60 tief ist, ist es mit Kleinkind nicht optimal, aber das wussten wir vorher, von daher war dies vollkommen ok. Sie haben einen eigenen kleinen Spielplatz, den wir aber kaum genutzt haben, weil wir uns lieber am Pool aufgehalten haben. Einen Tag hat Pelagia uns sogar griechisches Essen vorbei gebracht. Zu den beiden und dem Haus können wir nur gutes Berichten! Lediglich die Lage ist etwas beschwerlich. Leider wussten wir nicht, dass das Haus 900m auf dem Berg!! Liegt. Für jedenit Auto kein Problem, aber wir hatten uns auf Grund der enormen Preisentwicklung der Mietwagen dagegen entschieden. Leider haben wir auch erst am vorletzten Tag einen schönen Strandabschnitt gefunden an einem Hotel, den man nutzen konnte, wenn man dort Liegen gebucht hat. Dort gibt es fußläufig auch nur zwei Lokale, alle unten am Berg. Wer ohne Auto dort Urlaub machen möchte und nicht gerne viel läuft, sollte sich doch überlegen ein Auto zu Mieten. Wem das nichts ausmacht oder wer einen Mietwagen leiht, der kann hier tolle Ferien verbringen! Wir sind einfach viel Taxi gefahren, das geht dort zu den Preisen auch sehr gut.
Wir würden auf jeden Fall wieder Urlaub bei Elena und Pelagia machen, das Haus ist super, alles sehr gepflegt und die beiden sind super zuverlässig und sehr gastfreundlich! Jeder Zeit wieder!
Bianca B.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sylvia F.
Jul 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolut super und empfehlenswert
Das Haus und der Garten mit den 4 Terrassen, Pool und Holywoodschaukel waren absolut schön und haben die Bilder der Anzeige übertroffen. Wir haben uns so wohl gefühlt, die Ruhe mit der Natur am Morgen genossen. Alle Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Umgebung und Rethymno nicht weit entfernt. Schöne Strände in der Umgebung. Die Gastgeber haben uns in den 2 Wochen 2x mit leckerem, griechischen Essen bekocht. Wir lieben Kreta und die Menschen dort. Einfach absolut super alles.
Sylvia F.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christian M.
Jun 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family holiday
We enjoyed a wonderful 12-day-stay in the villa. The pool, the garden and the barbecue area are very nice and you have plenty of space (we're 2x adults, 1x kid). The house is equipped with everything you need, kitchen, stuff you need for barbecue, dishwasher and washing machine, air condition, wifi - we did not miss any comfort. Reception, communication and support was very easy and friendly.
As others wrote before, I'd also recommend to have a car. The sea or or a supermarkets are not that far away, but you're more flexible e.g. to go to Rethymno (very nice) or do tours across the Island.
We had a great time, we'd definitely recommend this place to others. The only thing we regret is that our holidays did end too soon :-)
Christian M.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Annegret S.
May 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
wunderschöner Garten
Das Ferienhaus liegt in einem wunderschön gepflegten Grundstück, von den Nachbarn in der 2. Villa ist kaum etwas zu merken. Die Kommunikation mit Elena und Pelagia war unkompliziert und sehr nett, Elena hat für uns sogar einmal typisches Essen gekocht. Unbedingt empfehlenswert für 4 Personen, die schwimmen können, denn der tolle Pool ist mit 1,60m nix für kleine Kinder. Der Mietwagen war sehr nötig, denn die halbe Stunde zum Strand in der Sonne auf der Straße zu laufen war kein großes Vergnügen.
Annegret S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ronald H.
Oct 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay for a family in a quiet and beautiful surrounding
We were spoiled with hospitality by our landlady Elena.
The beauty and comfort kept us at ´home ´ more than we had expected and we‘re looking forward to another holiday at the same place.
Ronald H.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Simone H.
Oct 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Toller Herbsturlaub in ruhiger Lage
Wir haben eine Woche Herbstferien mit unseren beiden Kindern (8) (11) im Haus verbracht. Das Haus ist ist einfach eingerichtet, aber es ist alles vorhanden was man benötigt. Es ist sehr sauber und wurde in der Woche ein weiteres Mal gesäubert. inkl. Handttuchtausch. Top!
Wir haben einen ersten Einkauf für ein Frühstück im Kühlschrank gehabt und wurden von der Vermieterin einmal sogar traditionell bekocht. Das war wunderbar.
Das Grundstück ist weitläufig mit einem weiteren Ferienhaus auf der Fläche. Wenn man sich nicht begegnen möchte, kann man es gut vermeiden. Die Fläche ist rundherum eingefriedet und es gibt einen eigenen Spielplatz auf dem Gelände. Dieses macht es bestimmt für Familien mit kleineren Kindern nochmal attraktiv. Die großen kamen mit den kostenlos zur Verfügung gestellten Fahrrädern auf Ihre Kosten.
Es gibt nahegelegenen gute Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und der Strand ist auch schnell erreichbar. Ohne Auto ist man allerdings verloren ;-)
Wir haben uns gut erholt und wohl gefühlt.
Simone H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Marina B.
Sep 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Alles super!
Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit in Elenas und Pelagias Haus! Es war alles genau wie im Inserat beschrieben. Einfach super, entspannend und vor allem ruhig. Vom benachbarten Haus haben wir nichts gehört oder mitbekommen. Die Kommunikation mit Pelagia war super einfach und wir hatten auf unsere Fragen immer sofort eine ausführliche Antwort (zB was wir vor Ort unternehmen könnten). Die beiden waren sehr hilfsbereit und Elena hat sogar für uns griechisch gekocht. Sehr sehr lecker! Und hat es an absolut nichts gefehlt.
Wir kommen gerne wieder:)
Marina B.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sabine D.
Aug 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschöner Urlaub
Der Aufenthalt war traumhaft, die Unterkunft ein Traum und die Vermieterin sehr freundlich und unglaublich bemüht um ihre Gäste. Wie konnten prima entspannen und können diese Unterkunft nur weiterempfehlen
Sabine D.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Leszek N.
Jul 6, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Three very nice weeks in the upper villa
We spent three very nice weeks in the upper villa. Mostly in the garden but also on the very beautiful beach (Corali Beach). The two villas are very quiet in the middle of olive groves - and ours also had a wonderful sea view. The property also offers many possibilities with sunbeds and pool.
Elena took care of us, including small delicate dishes of Greek cuisine, which she brought us again and again. The description (FEWO-DIREKT) is correct in all statements.
Internet (Wi-Fi) we used for streaming’s on the TV and Homeoffice - performance was very good.
We can - and will - recommend the Villas unrestrictedly.