Title: Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=32032482&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities Villa in Rethymno with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities ![Outdoor dining - Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities (Rethymno)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32032500/32032482/156c4539.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo - Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities (Rethymno)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32032500/32032482/640f650f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities (Rethymno)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32032500/32032482/acfdc67c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities (Rethymno)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32032500/32032482/b2d8d2b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities (Rethymno)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32032500/32032482/46d473b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the picturesque village of Atsipopoulo, near Rethymno centre, Villa Myrtia offers a serene retreat. This 150 sq metres villa features a private swimming pool and can host up to 8 persons in its four bedrooms. Enjoy the comfortable living area with fireplace, full-equipped kitchen and air-conditioned rooms. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities Atsipopoulo villas are approved by Greek Tourism Organization with license number: 1041K91002986701. In the beautiful village of Atsipopoulo a few kilometres from Rethymno centre, you will meet the traditional guest house 'Villa Myrtia', which is a 150 sq metres villa with a private swimming pool and can host up to 8 persons. The owners have respected the traditional architecture of Crete and have used indigenous materials such as stone and wood. However, they have constructed a very comfortable house, as it is the most important point of holidays. They await you to experience the Cretan hospitality, tradition and history, as well as pleasurable moments of relaxation and serenity. Villa Myrtia is one of the two-twins villas that locate at the center of village Atsipopoulo, which can meet all your first needs. Supermarket, bakery, groceries and butchery shop, cofee shop, restaurants, ATM and pharmacy are all in walking distance (200 metres from the entrance of the villas). However, as you come in from the entrance of the villas, the whole atmosphere changes, as our villas locate inside the nature in a peaceful and ideal for relaxing enviroment. The center of Rethymno is also 5 kilometres away and 10 minutes drive. Villa Myrtia is concstructed in maisonette style, measures 150 m2 and has a private swimming pool and balcony. Moreover,it can host 8 persons in 4 bedrooms. Two of them have a double bed and the rest two have two single beds each. On the ground floor you will find the living area with a fireplace, a full-equipped kitchen and a dining area. It also includes the first two bedrooms, one bathroom and a lavatory. The top floor consists of two bedrooms, a bathroom, a lavatory and a balcony with a view of the traditional village nearby and the nature. All the rooms are air-conditioned. The villa is equipped with Satellite television, DVD player, CD Player and radio, Coffee machinet, Microwave, Toaster, Dishwasher, Clothes washer, Deposit box, Hair-dryer and Baby cot. The exterior of the villa includes a 27 private swimming pool, a dining table and seats for all the 8 persons, as well as 8 sunbeds in order you can enjoy the cretan sun. In addition, each villa has its own barbeque facilities for your personal use. The swimming pool of the villa can also be heated with an extra cost of 40 euros per day (upon request at least 7 days before arrival and valid only for the whole booking) The location of the villas are ideal for exploring our whole island. Located in the center of the north part of Crete, only 3 kilometres from the highway provides easy access from the local airports (Heraklion and Chania) and the opportunity to visit from the big cities of the island to the smallest beaches in both north and south part of Crete. Guests will have access and full privacy to all areas indoor and outdoor! We will wait for you in the villa for your arrival (despite the time, even after midnight) in order to help you with the house details and give you as much informations as you want about the area, taverns, shops, places and beaches that you have to visit! Also we will clean the villa and change towels and linen every 3 days! Finally we will be there for your departure for our last thank you! We will be also reachable on our cell phone and e-mails 24/7! Our home locates only 1 kilometer from the villa, so we will be able to come in a few minutes at the villa for anything that you will need. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Pool loungers - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - CD player - DVD player - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near the bay ### Things to do - Heated pool - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include 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 Property Registration Number 00001056915 ### 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 A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Family Villa Myrtia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Family Myrtia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Atsipopoulo Family Myrtia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Family Villa Myrtia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Rethymno Family Villa Myrtia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Family Myrtia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Rethymno Family Villa Myrtia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Rethymno Family Myrtia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities Rethymno Family Myrtia 2 Minutes Walking Local Amenities ## About the area Located in Rethymno, this villa is in the mountains. Great Gate and Fortezza Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Rethymnon and Rethymnon Venetian Port. Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. [Visit our Rethymno travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rethymno.dx182119) [View more Villas in Rethymno](https://www.expedia.ca/Rethymno-Villas.d182119-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.35159%2C24.43415&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bnjThuXLwbL6hw0TnsHM7NqAEDA=) Rethymno, Crete ### What's nearby - University of Crete \- 5 min drive \- 4.2 km - Rethymnon Town Hall \- 7 min drive \- 6.9 km - Fortezza Castle \- 8 min drive \- 6.9 km - Rethymnon Venetian Port \- 8 min drive \- 7.6 km - Rethimno Kart \- 13 min drive \- 15.2 km ### Getting around - Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 62 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Τα Σουβλάκια του Γαγάνη - ‬2 min walk - ‪Fisalida - ‬6 min drive - ‪Ovelos - ‬7 min drive - ‪το γλυκό μου - ‬6 min drive - ‪Μεζεδοπωλείο Αστέρας - Asteras - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities have a pool? ### Is Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities? ### What time is check-out at Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities? ### Where is Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 88 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurence M. Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had an amazing two week stay in the Myrtia Villa accomodated by the most amazing host George who went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed the most of our time. The villa is exactly as pictured and described and had all the necessary amenities for a family visit. It is located on a private driveway with plenty of parking in the heart of the village.The village is small but has plenty of character and the old town of Rethimno and the beaches of Petres and Episkopi are a short car or bus journey. We opted for the heating in the pool and it ensured we could enjoy it throughout the stay no matter the weather. This is a gem of a property and host and we will be recommending to family and friends if they wish to visit Crete. ##### Laurence M. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlie B. Jun 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely villa, great location We had a wonderful stay at Villa Myrtia. The villa is situated in a great location with all the amenities you need a short walk away and a short drive to the lovely city of Rethymno.The villa was delightful. Clean, with plenty of space and a fabulous pool. Thanks also to George and family for the generous food and excellent service. Will definitely come again. ##### Charlie B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan H. Apr 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect George, the property manager, was friendly, super helpful and always kept in touch. The villa was everything we hoped for— attractive, comfortable, family-friendly and clean. We feel lucky to have stayed there! ##### Susan H. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andy P. Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fastastic week in great villa We had a wonderful week in Villa Myrtia. The villa is situated in the middle of a small village with bakery, pizza restaurant and grocery stores just a short walk away. The drive to Rethymno is about 10 minutes and we went there a few times in the week. There are a lot of restaurants and bars in Rethymno with some superb fish restaurants on the harbour. The villa was cleaned throughout including fresh towels and sheets twice during our 10 day stay which was much appreciated. George and his family were very welcoming and were on call when we needed them.We would recommend the villa for a family as all of us had a great time. ##### Andy P. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian M. May 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Villa & host George communicates quickly before and during the stay. He made sure we were set then let us be. The villa was spotless and very well appointed. We didn’t cook or BBQ but it was available if we wanted to. Local amenities are super and trip to town short and easy. Would highly recommend. ##### Brian M. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### allison u. Oct 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice central villa A clean and stylish villa in the centre of the town ##### allison u. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toby Q. Sep 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely villa Lovely villa. Close to everything you need but still feels peaceful. Excellent facilities and well.managed. George was always available, without being intrusive. Nice not to be in a very touristy area. The only thing to be aware of is that you are some way from the (very nice) beaches, so need to drive.or take a bus. ##### Toby Q. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maggie G. Oct 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect place We can’t thank George and his mother enough for making our stay in Crete more perfect. It is a beautiful villa, tranquil and relaxing and perfectly situated for exploring Crete. There are stores, bakeries and restaurants within easy walking distance. We chose to have George’s mother cook us dinner on our last night and it was amazing . Thank you George for quickly responding to all our questions and needs. We appreciated your suggestions and your help with the car rental. ##### Maggie G. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo W. Aug 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mrs J Weide We had a great stay! The villa is beautifully decorated, very clean & homely. It is nicely located in the middle of the village, so very easy to pop in & get supplies but also very quiet & private. The hosts are very attentive & helpful! The homemade goodies are delicious thank you! It is easy to drive or catch a bus into the main town. The house is fully kitted out with everything needed. My only suggestion would be for more storage in the bedrooms for clothes. ##### Jo W. Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda S. Jul 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location Stayed for two weeks and couldn’t fault it. George and his family were excellent hosts and made us feel welcome. The villa is located in the village with everything you need and a bus stop outside the villa entrance where you can buy your tickets from the local bakery. Up into the next village there are several restaurants and a pharmacy, you could walk up or jump on a bus. The bus also goes down to the harbour which is absolutely beautiful at night and has that Greek atmosphere which we loved. We also went on trips around the island where you can book at the harbour or ring from the villa where George left all the information you need. I would definitely go back again to this villa again ##### Linda S. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenni B. May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden gem We have just returned home from a 10 day family holiday in Villa Myrtia. Having not visited the area before I booked this villa based on previous reviews and have certainly not been disappointed. From the very first contact I have found George and his family to be the best possible hosts. The communication has been outstanding. They genuinely couldn’t have been more helpful. We managed to lock ourselves out of the villa one night. I sent George a message and he responded immediately and we were back in the house within a couple of minutes. We had a wonderful meal, cooked by George’s mum, which they delivered to the villa. The food was delicious and plentiful!! Also outstanding value. The villa itself is absolutely beautiful. So peaceful. We took advantage of the large stone barbecue and had several during our stay. The beds are super comfy. The air con very effective. The place is spotlessly clean. The villa is situated perfectly. Right back off the street and yet so convenient for all the amenities. We have stayed in many, many self catering cottages and villas over the years and I can honestly say we have never received such outstanding care and attention. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this villa and plan to return to stay again. Thank you to George and his family for helping to make our holiday so special. ##### Jenni B. Stayed 11 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aimee K. Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great villa, super hosts and a handy location. The villa was great for our party of 5\. It had nearly everything we needed, only salt and pepper not provided where we thought it should be. The villa has been tastefully restored inside and out to a really good standard. Kitchen is equipped well. Lots of sun beds and seating outside. Georges mother made us a great meal to enjoy at the villa, would recommend this if you wanted a night in. The portions are huge so make sure you are hungry! Just to note the pool is all one depth at 1.5m and only has a ladder to get in and out which was a struggle for my elderly relatives. Also no handrail to get upstairs again only an issue if you have mobility problems. Wouldn’t be an issue for most people though. Finally if you are hiring a car I recommend a small one as it was a challenge to turn around at the end of the drive in our 7 seater. Overall we had a great holiday and George and his family were great hosts ##### Aimee K. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark L. Jun 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A holiday to please everyone across 3 generations Our host was there to meet us with sandwiches and supper when we arrived at 11:00pm after a delayed flight. A kind thought and very welcome. Well maintained inside and out. While eating breakfast we spotted a lizard on more than one occasion and late afternoon we would watch the swallows swooping over the pool. The 8 year olds were hardly ever out of the pool and looking forward to impressing their swimming teacher back in Manchester. The adults did join them too. Supermarkets within a short walk – well stocked with barbecue supplies. Convenient Pizza restaurant (eat-in and take away) within a few steps of the gate. Well equipped kitchen, reliable wi-fi and the younger members of our party were glad of the air-con in the bedrooms. Comfortable beds. Well planned sleeping arrangements so that the children slept in one room downstairs, while Mum & Dad had the en-suite room opposite, leaving Granny & Grandad peace and quiet in the upstairs double. Granny and Mum were impressed by Maria’s crafts workshop. Thank you for a most enjoyable holiday. ##### Mark L. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derwyn W. Sep 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful oasis in village centre We loved our 10 day stay at Villa Myrtia. It's conveniently situated in the heart of the Atsipopoulo village therefore close to a selection of supermarkets, cafe's, a bar and a few good restaurants, yet set off the road and therefore concealed from any village noise or activities. The villa is of traditional stone construction but with all modern facilities to ensure it's comfort, both inside and out. The pool area is lovely (we were staying in mid/late September therefore opted for pool heating, which was good for us but perhaps unnecessary in peak summer or should you not mind a bit of chill to the water). The village is very close to the larger town of Rethymno where you'll find quaint streets and plenty of bars/eateries. Atsipopoulo is only just over an hour's drive from either Chania or Heraklion airports (and both cities are worth a visit!). Also, near Heraklion, is the famous ancient Knossos which we enjoyed visiting. We also had a day crossing the mountains for a visit to the south of the island, which is also recommended. Crete, as with many other Greek Islands, has it's fair share of stray cats but we loved having our 'very own' cat + 2 young kittens who were regular visitors to the villa and kept us entertained (in return for us keeping them nourished no doubt!). Since our initial booking, communication with George was always prompt and polite. We would love the opportunity to return to this lovely villa sometime in the future. Thank you so much! ##### Derwyn W. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family holiday Communication with George was very easy and prompt from the start and throughout. This is a small family business and is well organised with personal touches and attention to detail. The family quite rightly take great pride in sharing their lovely villas which although located in a village , are tucked away and very quiet and private. The villa was very clean and well equipped. We loved the pool and well shaded outside eating area . Plenty of sunbeds with shades . The village has everything you could need from a well stocked supermarket , gelateria, bakery , pizza and coffee shops and a few traditional tavernas serving good food. The square in front of the church is a lovely setting . We did find it useful to have a car to explore the island and pop to restaurants down by the sea ( Taverna Galleria was good ) and into Rethymno town. The fortress is definitely worth a visit as well as the harbour area. We also enjoyed Kouras Lake , Preveli Beach and Georgioupolis. The scenery is fabulous especially travelling South through canyons and gorges. George and his mother were very kind and hospitable. We had a very warm welcome despite arriving late because of flight delays . We really loved our stay. A week was not long enough. We would highly recommend the lovely villa Myrtia. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johan v. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa Myrtia is the place to stay on Crete! We booked villa Myrtia after having stayed in other villa's for the 5 previous summer holidays on Crete. The bar was set high because we rated our stay at the other villa's already with very good to excellent. Villa Myrtia ended up as being our favorite one so far. The 5 star rating is so well-deserved. First of all it was to convenient and easy to communicate with the owner (George) before we arrived. The information and service provided was spot on and pleasant. The villa itself was clean, spacious and felt warm. The pool area was amazing and we spent many, many hours relaxing there. Also the location of the villa is very convenient. Lot's of coffee bars are only a short distance away, as well as the supermarket and some restaurants. (We can really recommend the pizzeria) Also Rethymno is just a 15 min drive. The service (regular cleaning of the house and pool) provided by George and his family was just excellent. His mom and sister prepared an amazing and tasteful breakfast for us and the mother of George also made 2 delicious desserts for us. The villa premises was also base camp for a ginger cat and her 4 ginger kittens. Being the animal/cat lovers we are we took good care of them and we hope future guests will do the same. We are really impressed how well George, his mom and sister manage the 3 villa's they own. We well definitively be back. ##### Johan v. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy B. Jul 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well located, modern villa and attentive, helpful hosts Right from when we booked I was impressed with the friendly, prompt communication from the host. George was able to supply us with useful information ahead of our trip, and this ensured we were ready to relax from the start of the holiday. The villa was easy to locate from instructions, we arrived in two hire cars from Chania and there was ample parking for both cars at the rear of the property. The house was modern, clean and cool inside. We had the air con on in the bedrooms each night but it didn't need to be too low (or else it got too cold!). There are three showers so plenty to go round and we didn't run out of hot water! All the appliances worked fine - having a washing machine was great and meant we could travel a bit lighter. You'll need your own beach towels, but George and Mary supply pool and bathroom towels. Atsipopolou is a cute village and it was handy having the supermarket and a choice of places to eat close by. There is some noise from motorbikes (delivery drivers) out on the road, but it didn't bother us - in fact our granddaughter at 13 months was fascinated by them! We walked up to the village centre for dinner a couple of times, plus went to Prine up the hill and into Rethymno a few times. One night, Mary made us dinner of Gemitsa (veg stuffed with rice) and Giouvetsi (slow cooked beef with orzo) - absolutely delicious! The pool was kept very clean and we loved the birds (martins) swooping around. Altogether a fun, relaxing family holiday. Recommend! ##### Kathy B. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katharina E. Oct 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### it was a beautiful stay in Villa Myrtia it was a beautiful stay!! ##### Katharina E. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey L. Jun 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This place was absolutely amazing! The pictures are true as shown. It is a beautiful home and the family is amazing and very welcoming. George was fantastic during the entire process. Had an answer for everything and a guy to help you with whatever you needed. The house was beautiful inside, very clean, comfortable with air conditioning as needed and great showers! Highly recommend the home cooked delivered meal option as it was absolutely amazing. Not only was it delicious the presentation the warmth and sincerity was just lovely. You felt very welcomed into their family. This is their family business that runs like you are part of their family unique experience. The town is quaint and local with options of food and coffee close by, but don’t be afraid to adventure out. We cannot wait to come back to this beautiful home thank you George and your family! ##### Tracey L. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eunice B. May 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa Myrtia May 23 Excellent villa, pool and location. We liked that we could walk to the local shops and tavernas. Everything was clean and ready on arrival and refreshed half way through the week which was lovely. Our grandchildren spent many hours in the pool! Overall an excellent stay including the gifts from George and his mother. We would highly recommend this property. ##### Eunice B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen M. Jun 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a special villa The villa is in the middle of the village, next door to a bakery/coffee shop. There’s a bar on the other side. A good supermarket is <5 mins walk away. More supermarkets, butchers are a short drive away. When in the villa you wouldn’t know there’s a bustling village just metres away, as it’s v quiet. ##### Stephen M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meghann K. Jun 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful villa, wonderful hosts, family friendly! Our family of four had a wonderful stay at Villa Myrtia. The villa itself has a comfortable four bedrooms with a nicely equipped kitchen and shared living space. It has all the modern amenities and the grounds are lovely - a beautiful pool and lounge area, bbq, plus large balcony perfect for having morning coffee or evening wine. The Villa is a two minute walk to bakeries, restaurants and grocery stores. George met us at 2 am as our flight was delayed and his mother made us sandwiches and a pie so we could have something to eat if we were hungry. George’s mother makes incredible food and she prepared a meal for our family the last night of our stay. It was one of our favorite meals in Greece, I highly recommend having her prepare food. They were wonderful hosts and shared all the best spots to eat and visit during our stay. ##### Meghann K. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgina G. Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, well appointed villa in a great location for families with teenagers/young adults Having read previous reviews, our expectations were high and we weren’t disappointed. We were a group of six - my husband and I and four late teen/adult children. I was after a villa that would provide a cool, comfortable and welcoming base for us as we explored Rethymno. I can only repeat what other reviewers have said - the villla was terrific. We also wanted to be located somewhere that would be easy for everyone to experience a bit of local life outside of the tourist traps - buying food from the local shops, taking the bus to and from Rethymno, having a coffee in one of several coffee shops and watching the neighbourhood. For this, the location was brilliant. George also helped to arrange a day trip to Samaria Gorge which was a highlight of our entire trip to Greece. ##### Georgina G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine G. May 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely villa with the personal touch from the owners! Just returned from staying at Villa Myrtia. The villa is spacious & spotlessly clean. George was there to greet us on arrival with Raki and a type of pie his mother had made. He was very helpful and arrives quickly to help if there are any problems. There is everything you could need for your stay locally within the village. We did not hire a car as we just wanted a chilled out week, however it was very easy to buy a bus ticket from the bakery near the villa to go into Retymno where there are lots of tourist type shops and many restaurants. We also ate locally where the choice of food is less but beautifully cooked! George brought a dessert midweek, also made by his mother and even a parting gift made by his sister, which was much appreciated. All in all we had a great stay! Excellent. ##### Elaine G. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pat G. Jun 13, 2015 #### Exceptional Villa Wow! We recently stayed at the Villa Myrtia for 5 days. We had a group of 6 friends traveling together. The Villa was spectacular! Our ferry was late arriving in Herekulion and we also had a mix up with the rental car at the port. This caused us to arrive much later than anticipated. George met us at the gate of the villa at midnight to get us all settled in. George and his mother Mary were such gracious hosts. George was always available to help with whatever was needed and worked very hard to keep the property looking great. Mary prepared a special dessert for us! We loved the location of the villa. It is located in a small village called Atsipopoulo. Easy walking distance to taverna, bakery, grocery and ATM (cash machine). Also very easy access to highway for sightseeing. ##### Pat G. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Stella-Island-Luxury-Resort-Spa-Adults-Only.h16508136.Hotel-Information) > > [Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Chania-Hotels-Domes-Noruz-Chania.h15451739.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsis Selection Laguna](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Mitsis-Laguna-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h4260878.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Grand-Sunset-Princess-All-Suites-Resort.h49260249.Hotel-Information) > > [Star Beach Village and Water Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Star-Beach-Village-And-Water-Park.h1342145.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantica Caldera Palace - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Atlantica-Caldera-Palace-All-Inclusive.h35181792.Hotel-Information) > > [Minos Imperial Beach Resort Milatos Crete](https://www.expedia.ca/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Minos-Imperial.h660214.Hotel-Information) > > [Out Of The Blue All Inclusive Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Malevizi-Hotels-Out-Of-The-Blue-Capsis-Elite-Resort.h1164026.Hotel-Information) > > [Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Domes-Of-Elounda.h2497819.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsis Selection Rinela](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Mitsis-Rinela-Beach-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h2335564.Hotel-Information) > > [Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Platanias-Hotels-Euphoria-Resort-All-Inclusive.h21337972.Hotel-Information) > > [Bella Beach - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Bella-Beach-All-Inclusive.h1081456.Hotel-Information) > > [Rimondi Grand Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Rethymno-Hotels-Rimondi-Grand-Resort-Spa.h4925255.Hotel-Information) > > [Lyttos Beach - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Lyttos-Beach-All-Inclusive.h8077194.Hotel-Information) > > [Daios Cove](https://www.expedia.ca/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Daios-Cove-Luxury-Resort-Villas.h3300418.Hotel-Information) > > [Seaside A Lifestyle Resort All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Malevizi-Hotels-Seaside-A-Lifestyle-Resort-All-Inclusive.h2312612.Hotel-Information) > > [Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Malevizi-Hotels-Agapi-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h1056753.Hotel-Information) > > [Peninsula Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Malevizi-Hotels-Peninsula-Resort-Spa.h4680601.Hotel-Information) > > [Annabelle Beach Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Annabelle-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h2705193.Hotel-Information) > > [Cretan Dream Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Chania-Hotels-Cretan-Dream-Royal-Hotel.h2336360.Hotel-Information) > > [Grecotel LUXME White](https://www.expedia.ca/Rethymno-Hotels-Grecotel-LUXME-White-Palace-All-Inclusive.h2573709.Hotel-Information) > > [Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.ca/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Blue-Palace-Hotel-Elounda.h972986.Hotel-Information) > > [Abaton Island Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Abaton-Island-Resort-Spa.h20145294.Hotel-Information) > > [Creta Maris Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Creta-Maris-Resort-All-Inclusive.h541819.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Mexico City (MEX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/mex/calgary-to-mexico-city) ### General