Cottage vacation rentals in Islands

The accommodation is located in a small, beautiful and private village – perfect for relaxing. Everything is spotless and thoughtfully arranged. There’s plenty of space, so everyone can have their own area – ideal for larger families with older children or teenagers, as each one can have their own room without being disturbed. Konstantinos is a fantastic host – always available, quick to respond and genuinely committed to making your stay as comfortable as possible. We even got small souvenirs gifted. There’s also an amazing local restaurant called Veranda of Prines nearby with a very generous owner and incredibly delicious food. With a rental car you're just a short drive away from Rethymno and many other beautiful spots on the island, making this a great base for exploring. We usually drove about 1-2 hours into every direction and were able to explore the entire island. Thank you for such a lovely stay – we truly felt at home and would love to come back!

Beautiful place to stay. Owners were very attentive.

This places was amazing! Truly a gem! We found it last min on an overnight before we flew out, it’s 30 ish mins from the airport but really a beautiful quiet place! The hosts are amazing very proactive and friendly.

Heike was a perfect host. We could contact her at any time. Everything was correct.

The place is charming and friendly also very well designed and built. The gardens are beautiful. We loved the resident cats but then we love cats. The valley is beautiful with almost no traffic so very peaceful. The swimming pool is great. It’s a special location , you definitely need a car to get about and visit the main beaches etc which were excellent and Kissamos which is good. The photos are very accurate but it’s better in real life

If I could give this home a 1000 stars I would! This was by far, hands down the most incredible place I’ve ever had the pleasure of visiting. Every detail was considered and the service for cleaning was amazing. It was easy to just enjoy the day in one of the most beautiful landscapes I’ve ever had the privilege of viewing. The owners were incredible! The bountiful, delicious breakfast delivered each morning was exquisite! We simply could not have picked a better place! I actually told my family, if I’m ever missing, this is where you’ll find me.

We had a wonderful stay! The view was absolutely breathtaking, especially from the pool area, which quickly became our favorite spot. The kitchen was fully equipped, which made cooking easy and enjoyable. It also catered perfectly to our baby’s needs. The host and their team were incredibly friendly and attentive, always going above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. In the evenings, stargazing from the terrace was magical, adding to the peaceful ambiance. A perfect getaway for families or anyone looking for relaxation in a stunning setting!

Clean, spacious, easy parking (we left the vehicle just below) and with a huge balcony overlooking the sea from its right. We visited it in March so we couldn't enjoy the extra amenities offered during the warm months without removing anything from the experience. Its large living room over the supervision of Pythia is ideal for a large group and its rooms, large and bright, for quiet rest. The service was immediate in everything we needed and the welcome definition of hospitality. Thank you for everything, Mr. Panayiotis, and I will see you again.

Constantinos is a great host, always communicating proactively. The place is exactly what you see at the photos, cosy and peaceful with a nice view.

This traditional house has a private courtyard, situated in a small village with only a few residences. Perfect for us, but maybee not for everyone. We hade a car, so the house was perfect as a base, for island exploring, and as a retreat when we just wanted to read a book in the shade. We often made our own breakfeast and enjoyed it in the courtyard shade before going out for the day to the beaches and the the willages of this beatiful island. One windy day we just stayed at home and sun bathed in total privacy. The hosts lovely mother lives in this willage, Pitsinades, and she greeted us on arrival and got us installed properly. She was such a lovely lady, and so was every else on the island. The islanders are just so lovely, and warm and helpfull.

Had a brilliant stay at the dovecote in May. Incredible location just a few minutes walk from the beautiful Chora, amazing views from the outside space overlooking the sea, town and the famous church on the hill, and the house itself was really cute - small and cosy, comfortable bed, views from the cute little windows, had everything we needed and the outside bathroom was kind of great! Couldn’t recommend this place more highly to be honest, I’d definitely stay there again. Unique. Also Vlasios was super responsive and proactive in giving us tips etc and his mum was really lovely and helpful to get us settled and on departure. We had a great time in Folegandros and the dovecote was a big part of that!

There is a secret magic to this place that whispers to you of peace and stillness. It’s not just what you see even though it is surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and ocean views it is how it makes you feel: a soul deep serenity, an imparting of resilience, a strength of spirit. Nikos and Miriam are ambassadors of the soul of Ikaria; vibrant, beautiful and joyful. You can see that Prosepera has worked its magic on their energy. They are also perfect hosts welcoming us with food, wine and snacks so we could just settle in and enjoy. Then there is the 400 year old stone house it is like a character from a fairy tale. It’s actually bigger than I expected and lovingly restored by the hosts. When you see so many of these traditional house neglected, its beautiful to see this one restored. It’s like stepping back in time but with modern amenities and you feel the stone house loves everyone back. I also adored the garden we had fresh food everyday and medicinal teas. Come and be restored!

What a spot of heaven. This little house is absolutely perfect in every way. 25 paces from the crystal clear sea, your own private beach shade, everything you need in the kitchen and bathroom, great Aircon, lovely shady areas in the garden and all a beach stroll away from beach bars and great tavernas. We never normally go back to the same place twice but we already know we'll be back again and again and again. Flawless.

Viví is the queen of Zaros. Her hospitality and her food are absolutely amazing. Her apartments/studios are very well equipped for cooking and staying in for dinner, but why would you want to do that when you can walk 5 minutes to her restaurant and have a 5+ course amazing Greek meal with wine for 15€ per person?? And the breakfast that is included is huge and wonderful. My new favorite is her Greek yogurt blended with whipped cream with the ripest strawberries and a honey drizzle. But every morning is different as is every dinner. And her moussaka, wow!!! And while everyone we’ve met from Crete is amazingly nice and hospitable, Viví sets the standard. And Zaros is such a cool little town. Go to Kurtis olive oil and meet Nikos (he’s as amazingly friendly as Viví) and get 3 bottles of oil and several packages of olives and orange marmalade and olive oil soaps etc and spend less than 19€. We spent 2 weeks on the coast and I wish it had been here.

I've stayed here many times, it's perfectly as described and as seen in the photos. Thank you as always. ❤️

We absolutely loved our stay at Three Skylights. The house is so beautifully decorated and very well stocked. Views from the balcony across to the mountains and ocean are breathtaking and there are so many places to sit and relax it was hard to choose! The location of the house was a little further than we anticipated (a solid 10 minute drive up a very steep windy and narrow road) but the little bit of drive was definitely worth it for the serene location it offered. It is a tricky driveway for parking so be sure your hire car is not on the bulky side. Nancy and Irini were exceptionally accommodating and communicative. A little hiccup we had on arrival was easily solved thanks to Irini's help and local contacts. As cat lovers we fell in love with a couple of little of the feline residents and we were happy to fill their hungry bellies during our stay. The nearby town Paralia Tyrou has a good selection of cafes, bars and restaurants. Portofino bar at Tigani Beach was fave

We had a wonderful stay! The place was clean, cozy, and exactly as described. The host was very friendly and helpful, and the location was perfect for exploring the area. We would definitely come back!

Great views from the house. Rooms were clean and made for a very enjoyable stay. Responses are also very quick.

Words and photos cannot describe the beauty of this place. We had an absolutely magical visit. The home is comfortable and very clean and everything you need in the kitchen. Stella was the perfect host. She was so kind and thought of everything you might need. Make sure to follow her recommendations for restaurants as they were amazing. Thank you for the delicious homemade treats and a wonderful and relaxing vacation. We look forward to our return.

Great location, views and host!

We spent 16 nights at Sotir Ali and enjoyed every minute. The long walks through the olive groves, the views and perfect weather made for a memorable visit…we recommend highly!! The local taverna and restaurants in nearby Mochlos were excellent and friendly.

Home was gorgeous and very clean. It was the center of where we wanted to explore. The owners and host were very friendly and helpful!! We hope to visit Crete again in a couple of years and will definitely try and book this home again!!!

We had an amazing stay at Andy's! She has been an amazing host, proactive, professional and overdelivering on the service! Recommended 200%!

Lovely little villa with a view of the mountains and the sea. Villa was provided with all the amenities including shampoo and much much more. Manolis provided with a cute basket full of yummy local treats and even a few bottles of wine. Villa is only 20 mins brisk walk to town and close to the highways taking you to the other parts of the island. The Villa felt like a 5 star hotel. Thank you for everything Manolis!