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Seaview Villa Patroklos, pool-1 min walk to beach!
Vacations in Crete? Spoil yourselves with a luxurious villa with a large seaview-terrace! 3 seperate bedrooms, each with insuite bathroom, fully equipped kitchen-joyful moments at our jacuzzipool. Located in the most beautiful area-the Golden Beach, a minute's walk to the sea & 3 km from the center of Chania. Supermarkets, restaurants, ATM, taxi, bus stop nearby. The area offers 4 beaches, fully organized-awarded yearly. 5 minutes away there is a small park for jogging, offering free playground.

Sea Breeze (ecological villa)
Surrounded by olive trees and with a breathtaking panoramic view, this solar powered house will not cease to surprise you! Kitchen and living room are not separated by any wall and this creates an open and comfortable environment. We grow our food in an organic way and we have 8 chickens and 2 goats, which provide us with fresh milk and eggs every day. So don't waste your time in crowded resorts and boring apartments. Come stay at our home, meet our charming goats and experience something new!

Utopia city Nest 3 Rooftop
Απολαύστε μια εμπειρία γεμάτη στιλ σε αυτό το χώρο που βρίσκεται μόλις μερικά μέτρα μακριά από τη θάλασσα .Το Utopia city nest rooftop είναι ένα μοντέρνο ανακαινισμένο διαμέρισμα 51 τ.μ. με όλες τις ανέσεις. Ο εξωτερικός χώρος διαθέτει ιδιωτικό τζακούζι και ξαπλωστρες.Το αεροδρόμιο επέχει 6,2 χιλιόμετρα ενώ το λιμάνι 2,1 χιλιόμετρα.Σε κοντινή απόσταση μπορείτε να βρείτε φαρμακείο σούπερ μάρκετ εστιατόρια αλλά και το εμπορικό κέντρο Τάλως.Τελος το κατάλυμα βρίσκεται 1,2 χιλ. από το κέντρο.

Mochlos Beach Villa Crete Villa By The Sea
Crete Villa By The Sea unique 3 bedroom house, located in the traditional archiological village of Mochlos with amazing breathtaking sea view, just few steps from the beach as well as our village known excellent Taverns. Best Cretan cuisine, a variety of local delicious dishes, fresh fish, seafood, vegetable, café & bars. Just grab your towel and walk out from the house down to the beach. Suitable for couples, solo adventurers, and families. Free wi fi, 1 hour & 15 min drive from Heraklion.

Seafront Apt. by Myseasight.com Studio Gardenview
Escape to Seafront Suites, a private hideaway beside a celestial blue sea on Hersonissos stunning Beach Rivera. Nestled on a tranquil and secluded bay with panoramic views and sunsets that dazzle, the rest of the world does not exist, giving you freedom to release your inhibitions and live for the moment. More information Our luxury Suite with garden view is modern and minimalist with extremely comfortable guest rooms, earth tones and modern touches to soothe the mind and warm the soul.

Villa Vido
Villa Vido is an island-style villa located in Karteros-Heraklion. Located 9 km from the city centre, 5 km from the Heraklion airport and 1 km from the Karteros beach, the villa is a unique destination for relaxation and easy access to many locations. Enjoy the panoramic view of the island Dia and the endless azure of the Aegean Sea. In the spacious garden with the small chicken house, there are fresh fruits, vegetables and eggs and they are offered to you when available.

Villa Mystique, heated pool, luxury, sea view
Villa Mystique is a stunning retreat, ideal for families or groups, hosting up to 6 guests. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen, 2 living rooms, and 2 spacious bedrooms with en-suite and separate bathrooms, the villa offers comfort and modern amenities. The outdoor area includes a heated pool (extra charge) with breathtaking views of the Cretan Sea, sun loungers, and an outdoor dining area. Relax and enjoy a serene holiday experience with a view of Chania town.

Seli Anaxagoras - Apartment near the sea
The apartment Anaxagoras consists of an open-plan residential complex and is characterized by an imposing original Venetian arch, which separates the kitchen and living area from sleeping. It has direct access to your (private) garden with barbecue and large dining table with sea view. Everything has been renovated with lots of love for the traditional details in 2017. Here you can inhale a touch of Cretan history in a unique and comfortable atmosphere.

Lux Apartment in the Pines with stunning sea view.
Welcome to Kyanon House and Apartment, a scenic, luxurious 2-bedroom, 2- bath apartment with private infinity pool and hydro massage and stunning views of the Cretan sea and town of Chania. Only minutes away from City center and area beaches. Guests of all backgrounds are welcome, this apartment is ideal for couples, and families year round who want to vacation in luxurious comfort and privacy.

Private pool★Seaview★Walk to all & Falasarna beach
*Please message BEFORE you book. I list on many sites and my calendar may not be up-to-date* • Private salty water pool 3,5m X 5,5m • Walking distance to Falasarna beach,Market,Taverna • Top sea and sunset view • Luxury villa of of 80 sqm • Covered outdoor BBQ & dining area •Cleaning every three days • 30 min drive to Chania Old Town + Venetian Harbor

Agia Galini Peaceful Villa pool & jacuzzi
An brand new, high quality Villa with unlimited sea view. Fantastic swimming pool! The villa is only 5 minutes walking from one of the most beautiful beaches of the island! Enjoy nature, peace, and comfort in a unique environment ! Newly upgraded high speed reliable FREE WIFI! Ideal for movies, gaming, video calls, social media, home office!

Venetian mill villa wth grotto & outdoor pools
A fully renovated, stonebuilt compound built on top of three ancient greek grottos. It used to be a Venetian olive press factory. Now it's a contemporary holiday home with two pools (indoor and outdoor) and an organic vegetable and local fruit garden
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Beachfront 2 BR w/ Panoramic View • 3 min Old Town

EL Stella Blue

Summer breeze

Soleado apartment

Urban Hive Deluxe suite with roof garden Heraklion

Zen Townhouse - Infinity Seaview

Crow's nest Artemis

Beachfront apartment
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Meronas Eco House Traditional Villa

Sea View Traditional Villa in Crete - Villa Kapare

Heraklion, “The Landscape View House” in Knossos

Sea Star-seafront

Anna's traditional house with mountain view A

House on the bay

A sanctuary at the beach

Blue and Sea vol2
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''SEA AND SKY''

Relaxo I - Luxury suite in the heart of Heraklion

Beach Front Boho Penthouse Overlooking the Sea

Central Boutique apt with Sea View /free parking

ViewPoint Apartment, near to the city center

Seaside memories of Rethymno

Green & Blue

Wildgarden - Guest House
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Muar Suite 4 - Adults Only

Villa Maistros

Private 4BR Villa with Heated Pool & Sea View

SeaScape Boutique Villa

Minimalist modern retreat with sea view

Sunshine - Fairytale Countryside Villa by etouri

Villa Myli Natural Paradise

Hydrobates Waterfront Villa
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Crete located?
Crete is Greece’s largest island, situated in the eastern Mediterranean. It lies south of the Greek mainland and blends mountain ranges with coastline, creating varied landscapes for travelers.
When is the best time to visit Crete?
Late spring and early autumn are often recommended for comfortable temperatures and lighter crowds, while summer brings vibrant beach life and festival celebrations. Many travelers enjoy the blooming countryside and seasonal produce during these periods.
What are some things to do near Crete?
Visitors often explore archaeological sites, hike scenic gorges, sample local cuisine at traditional markets, and relax on beaches around the island. Cultural museums, craft workshops, and historic villages invite discovery of Crete’s traditions.
How is the weather near Crete?
Crete generally experiences mild winters and warm summers, with temperatures often reaching high 80s°F (low 30s°C) in summer and typically around 50°F (10°C) in winter. Coastal breezes and sunny days are common, so travelers frequently bring light clothing and sun protection.
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Crete stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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- Plakias beach
- Stavros Beach
- Old Venetian Harbour of Chania
- Bali Beach
- Preveli Beach
- Myrtos Ierapetra
- Thalassokomos Cretaquarium
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Seitan Limania Beach
- Kalathas Beach
- Venizelos Graves
- Museum of Ancient Eleutherna
- Mili Gorge
- Crete Golf Club
- Melidoni Cave
- Damnoni Beach
- Historical Museum of Crete
- Meropi Aqua
- Lychnostatis Open Air Museum
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- Rethymnon Beach
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