[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serenity Retreat Villa ,By IdealStay Experience Villa in Hersonissos with private pool and kitchen ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101941800/101941737/adc63d34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101941800/101941737/234c8dba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101941800/101941737/f0326ad7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101941800/101941737/840f3eca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101941800/101941737/12dbfc5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in Gournes, Serenity Retreat offers a tranquil escape with a seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi. Unwind on the spacious terrace, indulge in barbecue delights, and rejuvenate in the private pool or nearby beach of Gournes. With modern amenities like air conditioning and fully equipped kitchen facilities, this retreat promises an unforgettable getaway. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pool - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Serenity Retreat Villa ,By IdealStay Experience Welcome to Serenity Retreat, By IdealStay Experience, a stunning pool villa in beautiful Gournes. This beautiful property promises you a magical journey by providing you with free WiFi, air conditioning, and a seasonal outdoor pool waiting for you to discover. With 4 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and dishwasher, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms one with walk in shower and one with jacuzzi with luxury toiletries and a hairdryer, Serenity Retreat is a paradise that exceeds expectations. Enjoy your relaxing moments on the terrace after you have enjoyed the barbecue offered by the property. Also, discover the privileged private pool and indulge in the serenity of the Serenity Retreat. For beach lovers, the beautiful beach of Gournes is located at a distance of 1.2 kilometers. And if you're looking for more action, the Cretaquarium - Thalassokosmos is just 800 meters away, as well as Dinosauria which are definitely two options that our little friends will enjoy. Supermarkets, cafes and restaurants are close to Serenity Retreat, while the nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 10 km away. Discover the ultimate luxury and magic of Serenity Retreat for an unforgettable trip! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car available - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107470000/107463300/107463268/63227b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Therros Villa with private pool by Estia Agios Ioannis - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=107463268&PinnedHotelID=107463268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76460000/76458500/76458490/e51bc854.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunshine VIlla by Estia Hersonissos - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=76458490&PinnedHotelID=76458490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114216000/114215916/dac2b140.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Villa Suzana - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6 Chersonisos - Pool - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=114215916&PinnedHotelID=114215916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34448900/34448898/fd422d66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Χάριτες - Βίλα με πισίνα - Vila with pool- Vila with swimming pool. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 00001264853 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.3249,25.279388&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ugsvEekhyC%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40S%40Q%40S%40Q%40S%40SBQ%40QBSBQBQBSBQBQDQDQBQDQDQDQDQFODQFOFQDOHQFOFOFOHOFOHMHOFOHMJMHMHOHMJKHMJMJKJMJKJKJKJKLKJILKJILIJILILILGLILGLGLGLGNGLELELGNENELCNELCNELCNCNANCLANCNANAN%3FLAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40LBN%40NBN%40LBNBNDLBNDLBNDLDNFLDLDLFNFLFLFLFLHLFLHJHLHLHJHLJJHJJLJJJJJJJJLJJHLJLHJJLHNHLHLHLHNHNFLHNHNFNFNFNFPFNFPDNFPDNFPDPDPDPBPDPDPBPBPBRBPBPBR%40P%40PBR%40R%40P%40R%40P%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FRAPARAPARAPCRAPARCPCRCPCPCPCRENERCPEPEPENGPEPGNEPGNGPGNGNGNGNININGNILINILINILILKLILKLIJKLKJKJKJKJMJKJKHMJKHMJMFKHMHMHMFMFMHMFODMFMFMDODMDODMDOBMDOBOBMBOBO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOAOAOAMCOAOCOCMCOCMEOCMEOEOEMEMEMGOGMEMGMIMGMGMIMIMIKGMKKIMKKIMKKKKKKKKKKKKMKKIMKMIMIMIMKOIMGOIMIOGOIOGOGOGOIOEQGOGQEOGQEQEOEQEQCQESEOCSCQCQCQCSCQASCQASAQASAQASAQ%3FS%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZU7N3UM7qrfeetmKs4Tzc-2p_i4=) 87GJ+9H Gournes Gouvon, Greece #### What's nearby - Dinosauria Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Cretaquarium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Gouves Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Watercity Waterpark - 5 min drive - 4.6 km - Heraklion Port - 14 min drive - 16.4 km #### Getting around - Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Atlantis Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪Burger Corner - ‬4 min drive - ‪Sarakas - Kallegris grill house pizzeria - ‬3 min drive - ‪Avra Cafe Snack Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ξερολιθιά & Ελιά - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Serenity Retreat Villa ,By IdealStay Experience have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Serenity Retreat Villa ,By IdealStay Experience pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Serenity Retreat Villa ,By IdealStay Experience ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Serenity Retreat Villa ,By IdealStay Experience ? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Serenity Retreat Villa ,By IdealStay Experience located? > Situated in Hersonissos, this villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Dinosauria Park, Gouves Beach, and Marina Beach. 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