Title: Villa Athene-modern natural stone villa with sea views, close to the beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Athene-modern natural stone villa with sea views, close to the beach Family-friendly villa with an outdoor pool and a hot tub ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34452100/34452065/f9ec6bbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34452100/34452065/6401d9a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34452100/34452065/be0de889.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34452100/34452065/aee0a7f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34452100/34452065/98de84c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to golfing on site, a garden, and a playground at Villa Athene-modern natural stone villa with sea views, close to the beach. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling and boating at this villa. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a hot tub. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 93444 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Hot tub - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Villa Athene-modern natural stone villa with sea views, close to the beach Our Villa Athene was built from natural stone and is modern and comfortably furnished. It is equipped with every luxury. The very spacious villa with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms is suitable for 8 people + small child. It is surrounded by olive groves and offers a fantastic view of the sea, the mountains and the green landscape. The villa has a size of approx. 320 square meters and stands on a plot of over 4,000 square meters. The hot water is heated with solar elements and it is equipped with a photovoltaic system to generate electricity. To heat the pool a little, you can cover the pool with a solar film or book the pool heating. On the ground floor there is the entrance area, which leads into the living room. There is also a bedroom with 2 box spring beds (90 cm x 2 m) (they can also be connected to form a double bed) as well as a bathroom with shower and a service room with washing machine. From the living room you can reach the large dining area with adjoining open kitchen via three steps. From here you go to the approximately 30 sqm terrace, where you can have a leisurely breakfast. The living room leads to the spacious terraces. On the upper floor there are three spacious bedrooms with double beds, each with an en-suite bathroom. The largest bedroom, with approximately 30 sqm, has an open bathroom with shower and bathtub, as well as a separate toilet with bidet. The double bed is 2x2 m. From here you have access to the over 30 sqm, shaded roof terrace, which only belongs to this bedroom. There is a large outdoor shower with hot and cold water. This means you can enjoy the view of the Mediterranean while showering. You can relax on the two loungers. The second bedroom also has a double bed measuring 1.80 x 2 m and a bathroom with shower. This bedroom has a balcony. The third bedroom also has a double bed 1.80 x 2 m and has a bathroom with shower. There is a balcony and a roof terrace with a wonderful view of the landscape and the sea. All bedrooms and the living room naturally have satellite TV and DVD. In front of the living room is a large shaded terrace, which is furnished with comfortable furniture. The permanently covered outdoor area has a large dining area. There is also a large brick barbecue with sink and a gas barbecue at your disposal. The whirlpool is also located here. A few steps take you to the spacious pool terrace. The pool is approx. 11 x 4.50 m and can be heated in the cooler seasons. The pool heating is not included in the price. Price on request. In the pool area there is also a pool deck with a large brick sofa and a large outdoor shower with cold and hot water. Here you can unwind! The villa is equipped with 8 comfortable loungers, a double lounger and a hammock. Large parasols and shaded terraces provide shade. A table tennis table offers fun for young and old. For our younger guests there is a playground with a sandpit and swing. The villa combines a fantastic view, peace and quiet and a central location. It is on the edge of the village and you can therefore walk into the village. It is just 400 m to the traditional tavern "the polio house", which is very well known on Crete, where you can enjoy traditional Cretan cuisine under shady mulberry trees. There are other taverns in the surrounding villages and in Skaletta, which is just 2 km away. Here you can also eat right by the sea. Rethymnon, with its small alleys, cafes, restaurants and bars, is only about 15 minutes away. The nearest beach is about 2 km away. Villa Athene is also ideal for staying in the colder seasons. It has underfloor heating via a heat pump throughout the house. \*\* It is also ideal for stays in the colder season. The post-season prices from November 7th to December 7th do not include electricity costs. Electricity is charged separately. The pool is not in use from December to the end of March. The pool can be booked for an additional charge. From November 7th to December 7th, the length of stay is 14 nights. From December 7th to the end of March, the length of stay is at least 28 nights. The final cleaning is included in the price. Intermediate cleaning during this time can be organized for an additional charge. Important information on the ECO tax. As of January 1st, 2024, an eco tax has been introduced for all guests in Greece. This is staggered according to category and season. The fee from March 1st to October 31st is € 15 per night per villa. For the months November to February 28th the fee is 4.00 Euro/night. The amount must be transferred 4 weeks before arrival directly to the landlord's account, who will pay it to the Greek tax office. The official rental permit from the Greek authorities EOT: 1041K91003019201 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: wir bitten nur draussen zu rauchen ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Heated pool - Table tennis - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycles - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Recycling - Solar energy - Unit size: 3,444 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22130000/22129100/22129048/ffc8e219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaview Villa with Private Heated Seaview Pool & Hammam 800m from beach & shops Stavromenos - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=22129048&PinnedHotelID=22129048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34030000/34026100/34026083/b4edffcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Offering Panoramic sea Views, in a Walking Distance Away From a Sandy Beach Rethymno - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 47 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=34026083&PinnedHotelID=34026083&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59010000/59001800/59001776/9f6ff10f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Celestia - Private Infinity Pool & Superb Seaview, 500m from Beach Rethymno - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=59001776&PinnedHotelID=59001776&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119870000/119866500/119866470/9b9a6801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Marcos Chara - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 11 Asteri - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=119866470&PinnedHotelID=119866470&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33944800/33944747/1028aae0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea views, full privacy, 6.5km to sandy beach, playground! 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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 1041K91003019201 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Luxury Athena sea View Beach Rethymno Luxury Villa Athena sea View Beach Rethymno Luxury Villa Athena sea View Beach Luxury Athena sea View Beach Villa Luxury Villa Athena With sea View, Near the Beach Rethymno Rethymno Luxury Villa Athena With sea View, Near the Beach Villa Villa Luxury Villa Athena With sea View, Near the Beach Luxury Villa Athena With sea View, Near the Beach Rethymno Athena With Sea View, Near The Luxury Villa Athena With sea View, Near the Beach Rethymnon Athena With Sea View, Near The Luxury Villa Athena With sea View Near the Beach Luxury Villa Athena With sea View, Near the Beach Villa Luxury Villa Athena With sea View, Near the Beach Villa Luxury Villa Athena With sea View, Near the Beach Rethymno Luxury Villa Athena With sea View, Near the Beach Villa Rethymno ## About the area ![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%7C35.36832%2C24.59692&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MOCV3djHzVJvOtmvZb43C0WeSqA=) Rethymno, Crete #### What's nearby - Rethimno Kart - 5 min drive - 4.6 km - Platanes Beach - 6 min drive - 5.4 km - Spilies Beach - 11 min drive - 9.1 km - Town Beach - 11 min drive - 10.7 km - Rethymnon Venetian Port - 14 min drive - 14.4 km #### Getting around - Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 74 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Coffee Stop - ‬3 min drive - ‪Levantes - ‬6 min drive - ‪Taverna "Calamies - ‬6 min drive - ‪Creta Royal Lounge Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Romeo&Juliet Meze Bar - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Athene-modern natural stone villa with sea views, close to the beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Villa Athene-modern natural stone villa with sea views, close to the beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Villa Athene-modern natural stone villa with sea views, close to the beach? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Villa Athene-modern natural stone villa with sea views, close to the beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Villa Athene-modern natural stone villa with sea views, close to the beach located? > Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Rethimno Kart, Platanes Beach, and Spilies Beach. Geropotamos Beach and Blue Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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