Title: Levantes Luxury Home - Nature Inspired, Pool & BBQ - 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 # Levantes Luxury Home - Nature Inspired, Pool & BBQ Family-friendly villa with a water park and an outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33588200/33588114/90b86927.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33588200/33588114/0112dc65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33588200/33588114/02227787.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33588200/33588114/2ac14d87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33588200/33588114/16757247.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the picturesque village of Prines, Levantes Luxury Home is a serene retreat with a private swimming pool and sun deck. Unwind in the outdoor dining area under the pergola or relax in one of two living areas - one boasting leather armchairs and an open fireplace, while another offers direct access to the pool area. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 73229 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Breakfast available - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Levantes Luxury Home - Nature Inspired, Pool & BBQ Nestled among olive groves and lush gardens just a short drive from Rethymno Town, this Home provides privacy, space, and elegance in a tranquil setting. Blending contemporary comforts with artistic flair, the Villa is perfect for families and groups seeking a well-appointed base to explore the Cretan gems, while still being close to the sea. With a Private Pool, 2 Living Areas, BBQ Facilities, 4 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms, the home is a true invitation to laid-back luxury and Cretan authenticity. The Private Luxury 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 private retreat has been certified with the Seal of Approval, a 300’ Criteria Rating, for the unique design, innovation, individual quality & inspiring offerings only with ThinkVilla.
 Introducing Levantes Luxury Home
 Sitting peacefully in the picturesque village of Prines, this thoughtfully curated Home has been lovingly decorated by its owner—an experienced interior designer who has also worked in London—infusing the space with creative expression, bespoke details, and harmonious elegance. Levantes Luxury Home is a sanctuary where indoor luxury and lush outdoor living come together seamlessly. Whether basking by the private pool or enjoying a slow breakfast with views of the surrounding gardens, this home delivers a unique and memorable Cretan experience.
 The village setting offers a wonderful opportunity to slow down and reconnect with nature, while nearby amenities and tavernas ensure convenience and local flavour. The historic centre of Rethymno and the coast are just a short drive away, making it easy to combine rural charm with seaside fun. 
External Living | Private Pool, BBQ & Outdoor Dining
 The generous 1,500m² outdoor area of Levantes Luxury Home is designed to encourage rest and reconnection with nature. The private pool (7.5x3m, 1.25m depth, non-heated) is surrounded by comfy loungers and parasols, offering the ideal sun-soaked relaxation spot. The pergola-shaded dining area beside the pool, complete with charcoal BBQ, invites you to indulge in authentic alfresco meals using local ingredients. An additional outdoor seating nook is ideal for morning coffee or sunset drinks, while children can roam freely across the expansive lawn and gardens. Private parking is available within the grounds, adding to your peace of mind. Internal Living | Beds & Baths
 Elegant, airy and sunlit throughout, the interiors of this single-level 300m² Home are filled with curated details and creature comforts. With two separate living rooms and a fully equipped kitchen nestled between, the home offers both social connection and privacy—perfect for multigenerational stays or groups of friends. The tasteful furnishings, soft tones, and hand-picked artwork elevate the atmosphere, while high-quality textiles and thoughtful design ensure true comfort. The Home comfortably accommodates up to 7 guests across 4 beautifully appointed bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

 Main Living Room with large windows, bamboo furnishings, direct pool access, 42”smart TV • Second Living Room with leather armchairs, classic décor, fireplace, and garden-view balcony • Fully Equipped Kitchen with indoor dining space, located between both living areas • Master Bedroom with Queen Size bed (1.60x2.00), walk-in closet, 32” TV, en-suite bathroom with bathtub and double sinks • Bedroom with Queen Size bed (1.60x2.00) • Twin Bedroom with two single beds (0.90x2.00), convertible into a King Size bed (1.80x2.00) • Bedroom with Semi-Double bed (1.20x2.00) • Shared Bathroom with bathtub.
 Your Home Stay Includes Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Housekeeping, towel and linen changes every four days • Pool and garden cleaning twice per week • Baby Cot and High Chair available upon request. Practicalities Free private parking within the villa grounds • Property is equipped with: Smart TV 42’’ with satellite reception (HDMI output available), Bluetooth dock, Fridge with freezer, Electric stove & oven, Espresso & Filter coffee makers, Kettle, Toaster, Sandwich Maker, Juice Maker, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Hair Dryer, Iron & Ironing board, First Aid Kit, Safety Box, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detectors. Mod Cons High-quality linens, bath & pool towels, bathrobes and slippers provided • Bathroom amenities available • Air-conditioning in all bedrooms and in one of the living room areas is included & serves for heating purposes also • Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa • Indoor area 300m² • Outdoor area 1,500m² • Charcoal BBQ & shaded outdoor dining area • Private swimming pool (7.5x3m) • Two distinct living areas • Game Console PlayStation 4 (also DVD/Blu-ray player) available upon request • Pets are not allowed • Events are not allowed • Pre stock service available upon request (additional service fee applies) • Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November) • 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Location Overview – Meet Prines Village
 \*TO SEE: The Villa is located in the peaceful village of Prines, where charming narrow streets, local cafés, and traditional tavernas offer an authentic Cretan experience. Stroll through the village or take a short drive to Atsipopoulo (2 km) for supermarkets, pharmacies, and additional shops.
 \*TO DINE: Prines is home to a handful of delightful tavernas offering traditional cuisine. Nearby Atsipopoulo also offers excellent dining options. For a livelier dining and cultural experience, head to Rethymno, just a 10-minute drive away, where you’ll find a blend of history, nightlife, and gastronomy.
 \*TO EXPLORE: Levantes Luxury Home is a perfect base for exploring the region—whether venturing into the mountains, visiting coastal gems like Episkopi or Gerani beaches, or discovering the vibrant town of Rethymno. From historic sights to nature walks and village hopping, the area is filled with opportunities for adventure and cultural immersion. Out & About Nearest Café, Mini Market, Taverna & Bus Stop: 600 meters | 2 minutes walking Super Market, Pharmacy, Additional Shops (Atsipopoulo): 2 km | 5 minutes driving Gerani Beach: 4.3 km | 8 minutes driving Rethymno Town & Port: 9 km | 10–12 minutes driving Chania International Airport: 63.8 km | 1 hour driving Heraklion International Airport: 89.2 km | 1 hour 20 minutes driving 
\*Car Rental is essential for the explores, if wish to unravel the hidden gems of Crete, visit authentic villages, towns, unique sandy beach locations and we can gladly assist you with the arrangements. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - 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 - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games ### 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. - Single level property - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking only allowed outdoors ### 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 bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Cooking classes - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding 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; 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Supervision of children is your responsibility. ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome 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 indicated 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 1289441 ### 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 Levantes Luxury Home, Outstanding Natural Beauty! Villa Levantes Luxury Home, Outstanding Natural Beauty! Rethymno Levantes Luxury Home, Outstanding Natural Beauty! Villa Rethymno ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.33933,24.420095&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7BavvEqp%60tC%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40S%3FS%40Q%40S%40Q%40SBQ%40S%40QBQBSBQBQBSDQBQDQDQBQDQDQFODQFQDOFQFOFOFQFOFOHOHMFOHOHMHOHMHMHMJMHMJMHMLKHKJMJKLKJKJIJKLIJKLILIJILGLILGLILGLGNGLELGLENGLENCLENELCNCNELANCNCNALCN%3FNANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%40N%3FNBL%40NBNBN%40LDNBNBLDNDLBNDLFLDLFNDLFLFLFLHLFLHLFLHJHLHLJJHLJJHJJJJJJJLJJJJJLHLJLHLHLHLJLHNHLFNHNFLHNFNFNFPHNDNFPFNDPFPDNDPDPDPBPDPDPBPBRBPBPBRBPBP%40R%40P%40R%40P%40R%40P%40R%3FR%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FRAP%3FRARAPARAPARAPARCPCPCRCPCPCRCPEPEPCPEPEPEPENGPEPGNGPENINGPGNGNINGLINGNILINKLILILILKLILKLKJKJKLKJKJKJKHMJKHMJMHKHMHMFMHMFMHMFMFMFODMFMDMFODMDOBMDOBOBMDO%40OBOBM%40OBO%3FO%40O%40M%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAOAOAO%3FMCOAOCOCMAOEOCMCOEMCOEMEOGMEMGMEOGMGMGMIMGMIMGKIMIMIKKMIKKKIKKMKKKKMIKMKIMKMIMKMIMIMIMIOIMIOGOIMIOGOGOGQGOGOGQEOGQEQGOEQEQCQEQEQCQEQCSCQCQCSCQAQASCQASAQASAQ%3FSAS%3FQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=__4VjH55pJZzxTJK3AdCEK0Sbmg=) Rethymno, Crete #### What's nearby - University of Crete - 8 min drive - 6.1 km - Rethymnon Municipal Garden - 8 min drive - 7.6 km - Fortezza Castle - 9 min drive - 6.9 km - Rethymnon Venetian Port - 10 min drive - 8.4 km - Rimondi Fountain - 10 min drive - 7.2 km #### Getting around - Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Fisalida - ‬7 min drive - ‪Τα Σουβλάκια του Γαγάνη - ‬3 min drive - ‪Taverna Alekos - ‬14 min drive - ‪Πρίμα Πλώρα (Prima Plora) - ‬8 min drive - ‪To Stsvrodromi Restaurant - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Levantes Luxury Home - Nature Inspired, Pool & BBQ have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Levantes Luxury Home - Nature Inspired, Pool & BBQ pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Levantes Luxury Home - Nature Inspired, Pool & BBQ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Levantes Luxury Home - Nature Inspired, Pool & BBQ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Levantes Luxury Home - Nature Inspired, Pool & BBQ located? > Located by the sea, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of University of Crete, Paleontological Museum, and Blue Beach. Town Beach and Petres Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Levantes Luxury Home - Nature Inspired, Pool & BBQ Reviews 10 ### 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 19 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann W. May 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Better than advertised. Very comfortable home with all the amenities. Excellent! ##### Ann W. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Sep 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A great welcome from Poly, the owner, to help us relax and get into the holiday mood right from the beginning. She was always on hand to help throughout our stay too. Thank you Poly! You will definitely need a car, although it is only a short drive to all the villages and towns in the area for a nice taverna or aome shopping. Numerous beaches - although our absolute favourite was Skinaria, about a 45 minute drive to the south - the journey alone is worth it through the mountains and gorge. ##### Paul Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim O. Oct 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything exceeded our expectations My wife and I recently spent an incredible 5 days in Rethymno, and we couldn’t be happier with our stay at this villa! From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. The villa is spacious, beautifully designed, and fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. The attention to detail was outstanding, and the high-quality finishes made it feel like a true home away from home. The outdoor space was one of the highlights—the pool was crystal clear and very inviting (though if I had one small complaint, I would have loved it if the water were heated). The surrounding gardens added to the peaceful, relaxing vibe. We enjoyed leisurely breakfasts on the patio, soaking up the warmth of the morning sun preparing for our daily adventures (there is so much to do!). Our host, Poly, was beyond fantastic. She was always available when we needed her, offering great recommendations for beaches and restaurants, while also respecting our privacy. You can really tell she’s passionate about making her guests feel comfortable and ensuring everything runs smoothly. The ThinkVillas team, especially Valia, made the booking process easy and was quick to assist when needed. If there’s one thing we could change, it’s that our time here flew by too quickly! We left feeling refreshed and are already looking forward to returning. Highly recommend this villa to anyone seeking a peaceful and luxurious retreat! ##### Jim O. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather W. Sep 14, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding villa and host We have just returned from a fabulous 10 days in Crete, we enjoyed every moment and couldn't have asked for more from the villa or from our host Poly. The villa is spacious, very well equipped and beautifully presented, everything is finished to a very high standard. The villa is set in pretty gardens, the pool is clean and inviting, the sun decks, the BBQ, the outside dining areas are all attractive and fully equipped, it is all absolutely lovely. Poly our host was extremely helpful but also very discreet, we only saw her when we specifically needed to, but knew she was on hand when needed (only a couple of times for minor things) Communication with the ThinkVillas team who manage the booking was easy and Valia was very helpful as well. I have only one issue and that is the description "car-free holiday" this is not accurate. The villa is a 30-minute walk from the nearest shops and tavernas and the return journey is up hill all the way, it can be done but not easily, especially when carrying shopping. Rethymno is a ten-minute drive from Prines village, the idea that you could walk to the beach is entirely inaccurate. You absolutely DO NEED A CAR. All said and done, Lavantes is wonderful. ##### Heather W. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chantale L., Notre-Dame Ile Perrot, Canada Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unforgettable! Staying in Rethymnon at Levantes Luxury Villa was the best decision we took! The villa is breathtaking! Mrs Poly the owner is a talented interior designer and the villa is decorated with great taste and is provided with ultimate comfort. The villa is nice and sparkly clean and smells of fresh coton. Beds are very comfortable, pool clean and refreshing and the surroundings are peaceful and quiet. The house is fully equipped with more equipment than you can think of! From its location we found it easy to access principal amenities as well as main unmissable Crete attractions. Every little detail was thought of to make us feel like kings and queens. Upon our arrival, Mrs Poly greeted us with warmth and great hospitality. She provided us with well appreciated tips and cues and helped us organize some of our activities and was spot on. This villa played a great part in the unforgettable feeling of our trip and I can’t stress enough how good a choice it was for us to stay there. It felt great to come home in this warm, beautiful and breathtaking villa after all of our outings. Crete is a dazzling and legendary place with heartwarming people and Levantes Luxury villa was no exception. We once again extend warm thanks to Mrs Poly for her exceptional hospitality and great generosity. This villa is no doubt your best choice in entire Crete! We would give it ten stars if it were possible. ##### Chantale L. Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea L. Aug 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Komfort abseits des Tourismus Sehr schönes sauberes Haus mit Aussenanlage und Pool. Ausflüge mit dem Auto sehr gut möglich. Für Familien ideal. ##### Andrea L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfekt Insbesondere Polly die wahnsinnig nette Besitzerin, welche uns so viele gute Tips gegeben hat !!! Wunderbar! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Svetlana A., Russia, Moscow Aug 25, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything is amazing! Poly! Thank you very much for your hospitality! Beautiful, comfortable villa with a nice garden! We will be happy to return next year! ##### Svetlana A. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ingrid H. Jun 13, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa levantes in Prines Wir haben herrliche Ferientage hier in dieser schönen Villa erleben dürfen. Es hat uns an nichts gefehlt. Mrs. Polly ist eine äußerst herzliche ‚Gastgeberin‘ deren Tipps wir gerne angenommen haben. Wichtig ist ein Mietwagen, um alle Orte leicht erreichen zu können. ##### Ingrid H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael H. Sep 16, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### \- \- ##### Michael H. Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dylan B. Aug 28, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely wonderful!! We have just had one of our most memorable, relaxing, beautiful holidays ever, in Villa Levantes. The space is so perfectly designed — every room is a pleasure to spend time in, every patio and terrace has its own charm. Throughout the day, the sunshine plays wonderfully through the villa and garden (which is filled with gorgeous plants and trees, lemon, fig, olive and pomegranate). We thoroughly enjoyed spending many of our mornings or whole days in the villa and garden/pool and found fantastic new restaurants in Prines Village or Rethymno during the evenings, we just can’t fault it and we can’t wait to go back! Poly has achieved something incredibly special here, an absolute delight. Thank you, Poly! ##### Dylan B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ulrike V. Oct 18, 2018 #### Wunderschönes Haus mit tollem Ambiente und sehr gutem Service Die Erwartungen an das Haus wurden mehr als erfüllt. Das Haus war im perfekten Zustand, wunderschön und mit sehr viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet und strahlt dadurch eine große Gemütlichkeit aus. Alles war sehr sauber und im guten Zustand. Auch die Aussstatuung der Küche ließ keine Wünsche offen. Polly, die die Betreuung vor Ort übernommen hat, hat sich sehr nett gekümmert und uns bei allen Fragen unterstützt. Sie hat tolle, lokale Restauranttipps und Ausflugsvorschläge. Außerdem hat sie uns zweimal in der Woche mit Service im Haus verwöhnt und mit kleinen Leckereien überrascht. Es war das beste Ferienhaus mit dem besten Service, das wir je hatten. ##### Ulrike V. Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra C. Sep 29, 2018 #### Fantastic Levantes is a lovely home to stay in with both Valia (Think Villa) and property owner Poly were keen to make our stay in Crete an enjoyable one. Nothing was too much trouble for Poly- who very kindly returned an item to us here in UK. Taking the time to arrange courier to do so. I would recommend Think Villa and most definitely Poly’s home to stay in. ##### Debra C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### james s. Aug 30, 2018 #### A fabulous place to stay and a great location to explore some of the island. We were a group of 8 (2 adults and 6 teenage children), we all loved this villa and Poly made us feel at home with her friendly helpful advice on restaurants and beaches to visit. The villa is large and comfortable to accommodate the large group and the local village has all essential food shops is just a few minutes drive away. All in all we loved our Greek experience in Crete this year. Highly recommended! ##### james s. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Minh N., New York Aug 29, 2018 #### Amazing! Couldn't have asked for more ##### Minh N. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander N. Jul 24, 2018 #### Stunning villa in a quiet location, perfect family holiday! From the moment we arrived, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this stunning villa set in the small village of Prines. The owner, Poly, was waiting to greet us and we received a very warm welcome with bottles of iced water and chilled wine. She showed us around the villa, and informed us about the local area.The villa was absolutely beautiful, spotlessly clean and very well appointed. It has been very tastefully designed, is modern, light, airy and spacious. The bedrooms were very comfortable with crisp white linen. Poly changed the sheets and towels for us halfway through our week stay. We were a party of 6, parents, grandparents and 2 children, aged 12 and 16. The pool was such a bonus and we cooled off in it during the heat of the day, before and after returning from a day trip. Poly came early in the morning each day to clean the pool. During our stay we visited Rethymno a few times (10-15 mins drive from the villa). We learnt quickly to either set off early or head out much later in the early evening to avoid the intense heat of the day. Rethymno is a lovely historic old town with lots of little cobbled streets with small shops, tavernas/restaurants, pretty churches and old buildings. The place really comes to life in the evening. We would recommend 'Raki Ba Raki' to eat, delicious food and set in a pretty little street shaded by beautiful vines and flowers. Poly also recommended a local family restaurant in the next village 'Gonia'. She kindly rang ahead and reserved a table for us. The restaurant 'Androulidakis' served traditional Cretan cuisine and we received a very warm welcome. Family run, Marianna the owner was really lovely and offered advice on how to get the most out of the menu between us. The food was delicious with very generous portions! We took some of our food home and ate it the next day! In fact everywhere we ate, the portions were very generous and very good value for money. We also visited the historic old town of Hania which was about an hours drive away. It was beautiful and the venetian harbour was stunning. A real treat was heading to a very secluded little cove on the south coast where greek families go to swim. The scenery was breathtaking. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and could have easily stayed longer. Poly's warm and generous hospitality really made our holiday; with fresh figs from her garden and a home made cake for our children. Valia at Think Villa was also extremely helpful. Wholeheartedly recommended! ##### Alexander N. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan G. Jul 2, 2018 #### A week in Paradise we came to Levates Villa in Prines for a family holiday with 6 adults. The villa was absolutely wonderful. High quality, well equipped and well layed out. The owner Mrs Polly was a delight, with lots of tips for restaurants and even driving us into town for one evening. Rethymno is 5KM away and is wonderful and the Villa is beautifully positioned to explore the fabulous Crete Coastline. The villa company helped us to organize a boat trip and booked a fabulous restaurant in rethymno for our daughters 25th birthday. We have stayed in a number of villas, but for luxury equipment and friendliness this is just about the best and we would highly recommend it. Thank you Valia for all your help and thank you Mrs Polly we loved it. ##### Jonathan G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### simon s. Jun 13, 2018 #### Amazing villa the pictures do not do it justice Polly is an amazing host she could not do enough for us to make our stay as memorable as possible. When we arrived she was there to greet us with a smile and a bottle of wine which went down very well, the next morning she came to visit us and just to check that we had settled in okay she brought with her a home made lemon cake for my son which he joyed very much. When we arrived and started looking round the Villa I was absolutely amazed as the pictures do not do it justice. The villa is much larger inside and out than you would think by looking at the photos, the Villa was immaculately clean and Polly even came during the week to change the beds and towels, the garden area and pool was cleaned every day. I highly recommend this villa and I’m looking forward to returning soon as a week just wasn’t long enough Thank you so much for opening up your home to us we had an amazing time and look forward to seeing you soon. ##### simon s. Stayed 7 nights in May 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derek W. Sep 9, 2017 #### Stylish and spacious villa in a quiet but easily accessible area The omens were good from the moment we decided on the booking, with lots of helpful information in advance from the very responsive agents, Think Villa. Despite a very late arrival, we were met by the owner, Poly, who could not have been more helpful. Her background in interior design was well-reflected in a beautifully presented but welcoming home to borrow, with plenty of light and space, inside and out. Poly herself came early every two days to clean the pool and outside areas, which were always sparkling, and maintain the gardens and range of interesting trees. She was very attentive without being intrusive and a great source of ideas for local restaurants, shops and places to visit. Despite our range of needs and views of how we wanted to spend our time (two grandparents with two older teenage grandchildren) we had the space and facilities to keep everyone relaxed and comfortable. The villa met our preference for a quieter, higher vantage point with some views, while being within easy reach of the east-west National Highway and a good road through the central mountains to the stunning south coast of the island. Turned out to be an excellent decision to book a short-notice late summer break and we thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to Crete, managing to get plenty of time to relax while still seeing a lot of the island. Everywhere we went, people were friendly and helpful (no evidence of 'tourism-fatigue' here!) - an attitude exemplified by the welcome we received from our Owner. ##### Derek W. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Olympic](https://www.expedia.ca/Heraklion-Hotels-Hotel-Olympic.h444282.Hotel-Information) > > [GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Heraklion-Hotels-GDM-Megaron-Historical-Monument-Hotel.h1098349.Hotel-Information) > > [Milos Cove](https://www.expedia.ca/Milos-Hotels-Milos-Cove.h22353390.Hotel-Information) > > [Faros Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Milos-Hotels-Faros-Apartments.h46949657.Hotel-Information) > > [White & Co. 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