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Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
TV, DVD player, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool

Villa Sifina

Enjoy your vacation on the Island of the Gods in this fantastic villa!
We look after our villa ourselves and ensure that it is always well maintained.
The villa is equipped with back-friendly mattresses.
There are new windows with fly screens throughout the house and the bedrooms also have shutters. The pool is equipped with stairs and tiled with light mosaic tiles.

This stone house, built in a traditional style, is located on the outskirts of the old picturesque village of Prines, approx. 5 km from the town of Rethymnon. It is located on a plot of approximately 500 m² with wonderful views of the sea and the White Mountains. Villa Sifina has a living space of approx. 80 m² and is suitable for 4-5 people (5th person on sofa or extra bed).

The villa has been furnished with great attention to detail and guarantees a high level of living comfort. All rooms are equipped with wooden beamed ceilings and some stone pictures and stone niches are integrated into the walls.

On the ground floor you will find a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee machine and kettle, which is separated from the living room by an arch. In the living room with air conditioning you will find a flat screen TV with satellite reception (approx. 50 German channels), stereo system with CD player, as well as a DVD player and DVDs and books. Internet access is available via a fixed Internet connection with WLAN (flat rate).

The villa is comfortably furnished.
Through a passage you reach the daylight bathroom, which is equipped with a shower/toilet, large washbasin and hairdryer. There is also a bedroom (1xDB) with TV, AC and built-in wardrobe with safe. A staircase takes you to the 1st floor where there is another bedroom (1x DB) with built-in wardrobe, air conditioning, television and an en suite bathroom with toilet and vanity. The bedrooms can be darkened. From this bedroom you have access to the upper terrace (approx. 35 m²), which is equipped with high-quality loungers and exclusive lounge furniture. Half of it is covered with a pergola. Underfloor heating (payable on site) ensures further comfort, which also makes the house interesting for long-term vacationers in the colder months. The villa is of course equipped with bathrobes, towels, shower towels, pool towels and bed linen. (Baby bed and high chair available if required)

A washing machine, ironing board and iron are also available.
For stays of more than 7 nights, an interim cleaning in the middle of the booked period is included.

In the garden there is an approximately 35 m² swimming pool with loungers, parasols and a terrace with garden furniture, as well as an outdoor shower.

You can reach the nearest beach after approx. 3 km. There are taverns and two mini markets in town. In the town of Atsipopolo, about 2 km, there are also mini markets, super markets, excellent bakers and taverns.

There is a bus connection from Prines to Rethymnon. A car is recommended to explore the wonderful surroundings.

**07.11. - 30.04. the prices are without electricity! Electricity is charged extra based on consumption. Price on request. Heating oil for the floor heating is also charged extra based on the daily price.

The pool is not in operation from December to the end of March.

In the winter prices, from November 7th. The final cleaning is included in the price until the end of April. Intermediate cleaning is not included during this time, but can be arranged and will then be charged additionally.

The length of stay from December 1st. until 31.03. is at least 28 nights.

The length of stay from April 1st. until May 21st is at least 7 nights.

From 01.05. - 06.11. All additional costs are included in the rental price.

Check-in time is 2:00 p.m., check-out time is 10:00 a.m. Early check-in and late check-out can be booked if available.

From 2024 there will be an innovation for tourism:
An eco-tax has been introduced for all guests since January 1, 2024. This is staggered by category and season.
The fee from March 1st to October 31st is €10/night per villa. For the months of November to February 28th the fee is 4.00 euros/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.

Official authorization from the Greek Tourism Authority EOT: 1041K91002956901

Property manager

Josef Beibl

Languages

English, German, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: wir bitten nur draussen zu rauchen

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Boat on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkeling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 861 sq ft (80 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 and 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 1041K91002956901

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • University of Crete - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Fortezza Castle - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Rimondi Fountain - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 11 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ζαμπια - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Γουρουνάκια - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zampia Taverna - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bikakis Bakery-Cafe-Street Food - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Πρίμα Πλώρα - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly vacation home 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).

Villa Sifina, natural stone villa with sea view. 5 minutes drive to the beach, pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay at a wonderful property!
We had an amazing time at Villa Sifina. Can't wait to visit again. Beautiful, clean home with an outstanding view. Close to restaurants and grocery. Loved the pool and outdoor seating downstairs and up. The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay and more. The owner Josef and his staff are great communicators and very helpful. We have rented properties all over the world and this is one of the best we have stayed in. If you are thinking about renting this property just do it. You will enjoy every minute of your stay in this lovely and peaceful place!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Stay
We stayed at villa Sifina for just over five weeks during December. It’s a lovely little villa, pleasantly decorated and proficiently equipped. Josef and Helga were superb hosts and very kind. They catered to our every need. The surrounding villages and countryside are incredibly beautiful and the vista from the villa is breathtaking. Shops and restaurants are reasonably near... however COVID is in the world and sadly lockdown was in effect. But nothing can put a damper on the overall beautiful experience that is Crete. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 40 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa
We enjoyed our month stay. The villa is beautiful and within walking distance from the village. Basic items for cooking very convenient : salt, pepper, olive oil, vinegar and sugar. However, based on our experience, there are a few things to be improved : not enough pillows on the second floor, pillows were thin and uncomfortable; no bedding sets; 2 single-bed blankets instead of one double/queen blanket for the size of bed; no house cleaning products; missing/broken mosquito nets; unclean kettle, and neglected garden. Please also be informed that it costs nearly 500€ for electricity without using either AC or heating for one month. Welcoming gift basket and departing gift were very much appreciated. Thank you for the gesture.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr zu empfehlen
Wir wurden rundum sehr gut versorgt und begleitet. Das Haus und der Pool sind sehr schön, sodass wir nur zum Essen auswärts waren. Auch die Mietwagenanmietung über den Vermieter lief reibungslos. Der kleine Ort Prines bietet einen Minimarkt, kleine Restaurants mit wunderbaren Atmosphäre und in kurzer Entfernung ein herrliches Lokal direkt am Wasser. Sehr zu empfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisanne T.

Un très beau séjour en Crète
Nous sommes restés un mois dans cette villa en mars dernier. Nous l'avons beaucoup apprécié pour plusieurs raisons. C'est d'abord une belle villa avec toutes les commodités que l'on peut souhaiter. Elle est bien équipée et bien décorée, avec en plus des meubles de jardin qui rendent la vie à l'extérieur agréable. Elle est de plus très bien située, près de Rethymnon, permettant de visiter la partie ouest de l'île. Nous avons une belle vue de la mer, en particulier de la terrasse au premier étage. Les propriétaires sont facilement rejoignables et toujours prêts à nous rendre service. Nous n'étions que deux personnes mais la villa loge facilement 4 personnes avec ses deux chambres. Je n'hésiterais pas à recommander cet endroit à mes amis. Merci aux propriétaires pour ce beau séjour.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2018