Title: Maratho Villa, heated whirlpool, mini golf & more - Full privacy & 2 km to 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 # Maratho Villa, heated whirlpool, mini golf & more - Full privacy & 2 km to beach Family-friendly villa with a water park and a sauna ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33604400/33604320/5ee4d682.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property preview](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/097574B4C664712B04FC90568A475D63/038b02f7-1b88-467d-b611-3d6869361a4c-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33604400/33604320/e892bc51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33604400/33604320/e8625c24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33604400/33604320/bee9da2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Maratho Villa, a luxurious countryside retreat nestled in the picturesque village of Xiro Horio. Unwind in the private swimming pool with hydro massage capacity, relax in the wooden sauna room or indulge in a rejuvenating spa experience under shaded pergola. The villa also offers an outdoor playground area with swings and slides for kids, fully equipped BBQ facilities and traditional oven for al fresco dining. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101722 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Breakfast available - Hot tub - Washer - Fireplace ## 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. ### Maratho Villa, heated whirlpool, mini golf & more - Full privacy & 2 km to beach The Private Amazing Retreat, is part of an Elite group of ThinkVilla bespoke stays, where hand-picked exceptional properties of outstanding 24/7 service, incredible tailored experiences and unique cultural charm await to inspire you. The Villa has been certified with the Seal of Approval, a 300’ Criteria Rating, for the unique design, innovation, individual quality & inspiring offerings only with ThinkVilla. The license number of the Greek National Tourism Organization is 1041Κ91003199101 Maratho Villa is a wonderful countryside villa, located in the picturesque village of Xiro Horio just 2,5 km from Rethymno town, close to the beach and restaurants. Maratho Villa is a luxurious, ground floor villa of high quality standards, that consists of two independent buildings. Maratho Villa extends in 160 sq. m. proving comfortable accommodation for up to 10 guests in its two bedrooms and the lovely loft, situated in the garden! The Villa combines a mixture of traditional and modern residence style with rustic touches and provides total privacy and tranquility. Tastefully decorated, this villa can satisfy even the most demanding guests, providing all modern conveniences and amenities. The villa overlooks the surrounding area and small hills, offering a magnificent view to the trees and cretan clear blue sky. Layout Interior Main Building The open plan living room, tastefully and discreetly decorated features a fireplace and cozy sofas that open up and can accommodate one more guest! In this area you can relax and have fun watching your favourite movie on the DVD player or playing your favourite Playstation game on the 44’ flat-screen TV. Also this area provides direct access to the pool and the huge outside area that covers 1 acre and is just perfect for the younger guests to enjoy their time there. The fully equipped kitchen provides all the amenities ideal to prepare your homemade meals! Also a dining area where you can enjoy your homemade meals is next to the living room! Furthermore, there are two bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with two single beds, that can be joined an form a King size bed if you wish! This bedroom also offers direct access to the outside areas and pool. Additionally a family bathroom with a bathtub can be found in this area! Loft Additionally in the garden you can find a loft (air conditioning included), built with the same philosophy and taste as the main building, that can accommodate 4 more guests in its romantic and pastel decorated bedroom featuring a double bed. Also the sofa in the living room can be transformed into a double bed! A flat screen TV can also be found there.The loft also provides a kitchenette next to the living room area. Another bathroom with shower can also be found! Exterior Externally, the villa is built with stone providing a classic, yet modern look. At the stone paved terrace, a wonderful private swimming pool (35 m2 and 1.10-1.80 deep) with hydro massage capacity, awaits you to offer a unique summer experience and total relaxation! The pool area is equipped with sun beds and umbrellas, located in a huge space, full of trees, giving ample opportunity to enjoy the sun where it shines all summer long! Additionally, next to the pool there is a wooden sauna room, where you can relax naturally, before entering the pool, as well as a comfortable siting area, below a shaded pergola! Furthermore, on the other side of the pool, there’s even a private, two-seater, heated spa whirlpool tub for those who prefer to stay cool and under the shade at the same time! Spoil yourselves by using the 16 hydromassage jets, the 16 aeromassage led jets or enjoy a chromotherapy session while listening to the radio or your favourite music from your mp3 or mobile phone! To make things even better, just besides the whirlpool there’s a lovely relaxing area, featuring a double bed! On top of that, a private mini golf court to practice your skills and have fun, while your kids are having fun at the playground area which can be found a few steps away! Swings, a slide, a ping pong table, children’ s toys, a garden swing, a hammock and even a pond with turtles will keep our young guests busy and extremely happy! Finally, fully equipped BBQ facilities are available outdoors, along with a traditional oven and a dining area, in a great shaded area, giving you the chance to prepare your family meals and try for al fresco dining! Spend some quality time with your loved ones! Property notes \- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner. \- Quality towels, pool towels, linens, covers and blankets provided. \- Housekeeping, towels and linen changes once per week. \- Pool and garden attendance once per week. \- Baby cot and high chair available upon request! \- Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the Villa. \- Free, parking space inside the villa premises. \- Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included. \- Air conditioning units serve heating purposes. \- All in-house electronics are available, including a top mount fridge with freezer, electric stove, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, microwave, french coffee maker, frappe coffee maker, washing machine, hair dryer, 44’ flat screen TV with satellite reception, DVD player, Playstation console, iron and iron board. Cooking utensils and first aid kit also provided! \- All doors and windows have mosquito screens. \- 24h/7 days ThinkVilla concierge service included. \- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November) Location Overview. Villa Maratho is located in the wonderful village of Xiron Chorion, set just 5 minutes driving from Rethymno town and is an ideal holiday destination. The perfect place for those who want to escape city life and enjoy the peace and tranquility of Cretan countryside. The village is located among olive trees and offers amazing countryside views, at an altitude of 100 meters. In the village within a few meters, on foot, there is a traditional cafe as well as a canteen. The closest beach is Misiria, just 5 minutes away by car which is a sandy organised beach, ideal for families. In Misiria and Perivolia, there are all the shops that you might need, such as super markets, tavernas, cafes, small shops and various other facilities. Due to its ideal location, close to the lively town of Rethymno and from its sandy beaches, 7 minutes away by car,, Xiro Chorion is the perfect place to choose and offers plenty of choices and chances to experience moments that will be memorable to you! Every corner of this area is worthy of exploration, following your interests; historic sites, charming villages and mountain trails. It is a living, breathing community! Distances to Important Locations Mini market, Tavern & Cafe: 800 meters Rethymno Beach: 2 Km Rethymno Port & Town: 4,5 Km Heraklion International Airport: 80 Km Chania International Airport: 72,5 Km ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage - Outdoor pool - Pool loungers - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Freezer - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video game console - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### 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. - Single level property - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking only allowed outdoors ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (weekly) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Table tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Property located in a resort - Soundproofing - Unit size: 1,722 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18772300/18772229/37dd818a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedrooms+studio, ideal for kids, 36m² pool, 2.500m² garden, 2,5km from town Rethimno - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=18772229&PinnedHotelID=18772229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57753800/57753705/acb3df65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Olivia Villa, Celestial haven of luxury- Child friendly Villa, Playground & more Rethymno - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=57753705&PinnedHotelID=57753705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37903100/37903058/d8b1e8b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ivoni Villa, an Iconic Summer Retreat! 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It must be paid in euros at check-in to your Host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Supervision of children is your responsibility. ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings Prior notice, extra fees, event contract required. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking only allowed outdoors ## 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: 10 Note from host: Prior notice, extra fees, event contract required. 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 00002457689 ### 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property ## 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%7C35.35512%2C24.51659&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=M47Dfr6o_-Skxpu3Okb2qdUJbzY=) Rethymno, Crete #### What's nearby - Horse Park Rethymno - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Rethimno Kart - 6 min drive - 6.1 km - Rethymnon Venetian Port - 6 min drive - 6.5 km - Rimondi Fountain - 7 min drive - 6.9 km - Fortezza Castle - 7 min drive - 6.9 km #### Getting around - Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪upano - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bora Bora - ‬4 min drive - ‪Cantina Banana - ‬17 min walk - ‪Baja Beach Club - ‬4 min drive - ‪Sky Park - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Maratho Villa, heated whirlpool, mini golf & more - Full privacy & 2 km to beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Maratho Villa, heated whirlpool, mini golf & more - Full privacy & 2 km to beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Maratho Villa, heated whirlpool, mini golf & more - Full privacy & 2 km to beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Maratho Villa, heated whirlpool, mini golf & more - Full privacy & 2 km to beach? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Maratho Villa, heated whirlpool, mini golf & more - Full privacy & 2 km to beach located? > This family-friendly Rethymno villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mili Gorge and Horse Park Rethymno. Blue Beach and Town Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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