Villa Francesca is a tranquil retreat nestled in mature gardens with olive grove surroundings. Enjoy the serene ambiance and take in the wonderful views of the sea and mountains from this luxury villa's private pool, roof terrace, or patio area.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 584 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Villa Francesca private pool and gardens, great local taverna within 5 min walk
EOT Number MHTE 1041K91003101001. AMA 00003698903. A luxury single storey villa with a private pool, set in a beautifully landscaped mature gardens enclosed with high walls, very private and tranquil and bordered by olive groves. Has wonderful views of the sea and the mountains. It is available for holiday letting, will consider longer lets particularly out of the main season. Villa Francesca is very well equipped. It has its own gated parking area and a fully fitted, tiled swimming pool. Choose a lazy day by the pool with stunning views of the beautiful surrounding countryside or experience some of Crete's amazing history. Lay on one of the longest sandy beaches in the Mediterranean and swim in the crystal-clear waters. Go shopping in the ancient town of Rethymnon with its historical harbour and fortezza. Eat at one of the many restaurants (the fish dishes are freshly prepared and delightful!). However long you stay, you will always find so much to do. The villa has two large double bedrooms with aircon. Both bedrooms also have dressing tables, mirrors, bedside cabinets and fully fitted wardrobes. The bathroom has a separate bath and shower. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances including a large American style fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. The lounge has a three and two seater sofa, internet TV, Music DVD/ Hi-Fi system and a ceiling fan. Outside Villa Francesca there is a large patio table and six chairs on the terrace. Five sunbeds and large parasol around the large tiled private pool. Mature gardens with private parking. There is also a roof terrace. Lovely views of both the mountains and the sea from all areas of the villa and gardens. Lots of great places to visit: The Samaria Gorge, the longest in Europe, Agia Galina, Panormo, Episkopi, Arkadi, Chania and the waterparks. The list is endless. The villa has great WIFI at 23mbps inside and outside the villa and a barbeque.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Games
Music library
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: non-smoking only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Boat
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Non-smoking only
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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: 5
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 00003326716
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Rethymno, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Paleontological Museum and Museum of Wooden Sculptures are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rethimno Kart and Reptisland. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling. Visit our Rethymno travel guide
Does Villa Francesca private pool and gardens, great local taverna within 5 min walk have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Villa Francesca private pool and gardens, great local taverna within 5 min walk pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villa Francesca private pool and gardens, great local taverna within 5 min walk?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Francesca private pool and gardens, great local taverna within 5 min walk?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Francesca private pool and gardens, great local taverna within 5 min walk?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa Francesca private pool and gardens, great local taverna within 5 min walk located?
This family-friendly Rethymno villa is located by the sea, 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Platanes Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rethimno Kart and Blue Beach. Town Beach and Mili Gorge are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Villa Francesca private pool and gardens, great local taverna within 5 min walk Reviews
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Lovely house with a beautiful view and you will enjoy the pool too. Thanks to Lisa for her assistance and preparation for our vacation which was wonderful.
Verified traveller
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Stephen L.
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Villa Francesca
Directions to the villa were ok, but it would help if it was signposted like other villas, that would be a great help
Upon arrival, the bin was very dirty, we bleached it 3 times. My wife advised me not to view the toilet brush as it was disgusting. There were cobwebs around the TV which hadn't been cleaned for quite some time, also cobwebs in the cupboards. The garden was overgrown. I could not hang shirts in the wardrobe as there was a pile of damp bedding on top of the spare quilts that were in the wardrobe and I was not hanging shirts in there. The tray for the oven was filthy, rusty and looked as if it had seen better days......I will say the villa would be ideal if the cleaning / gardening team were not so comfortable with the arrangements with the owner and applied their trade in the right way
Belle villa avec une vue incroyable, un bon emplacement et de l'isolement. Il manque une climatisation complète de la maison, des toilettes séparées de la salle de bain et qu'il y ai de l'eau tout le long du séjour.
Très chouette séjour, villa agréable et confortable, vue impressionnante de la terrasse. Piscine propre et rafraîchissante. Bon emplacement pour visiter le centre de la Crête, très près de Rethymnon. On y retournerait avec plaisir.
Séjour au calme avec vue fantastique , maison isolée mais proche de toutes les commodités et voies rapides à 5 km .
Jardin agréable, intime, piscine bien orientée, terrasse couverte avec vue sur la vallée....location idéale, propre, bien agencée, pour qui aime le calme mais désire également découvrir la Crete de l'arriere pays . Ne pas hésiter à emprunter les petites routes de montagne, il ya tant de choses à voir . Cote sud accessible facilement également . Proprétaires facilement joignables par mail, aimables et de bons conseils ! Séjour parfait, mais trop court ... à refaire .
Cette maison est conforme à l'annonce et très bien située (au calme).
Avons passé un bon séjour et n'excluons pas d'y retourner un jour.
Michael C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Melissa G.
13 Aug 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely view
Lovely private pool. Great views. Very good communication with villa manager. No frills accommodation. Suited our family. Good location, far away to be tranquil but not too far from supermarkets etc.
Villa Francesca is not the easiest to find but the journey in rural Crete and up in very steep zig zag drive is well worth the effort! The villa benefits from full sunshine from early morning until sunset, outdoor dining is possible in multiple locations around the villa. The pool is of a good size and benefits from sunshine most of the day, the nearest shops and tavernas are a short drive of around two to three kilometres. Lidl and many more tavernas are located around four to five kilometres away, in summary this is a well located and appointed villa, perfect for a relaxing break in Crete.
My boyfriend and I had a wonderful stay at Villa Francesca. Very pretty and private but still just 5 min drive to the local supermarket. The gardens and pool were lovely and the villa had everything we needed. The view from the roof over the hills to the sea was beautiful. Air con in the bedrooms was very effective which was great in order to get a good night's sleep as it's so hot in July and August! We enjoyed many nights on the veranda listening to the cicadas. Perfect for a couple who want to get away from it all, and don't mind driving to local amenities and up some very steep hills! We found some great restaurants nearby away from the hustle of tourist areas which were wonderfully traditional. Lisa was really responsive and checking in was easy and fuss free. It was like having our own little private home in Crete. Perfect place.
Marisa C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Servane A.
14 Aug 2017
Super séjour !
Très belle maison, très bien équipée, jolie piscine, La propriétaire est très sympathique, je recommande cette location très au calme.
Servane A.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
pascale R.
17 Aug 2016
Villa agréable, éloignée mais pas trop des zones touristiques. Villa spacieuse idéaappréur 4
La piscine est très appréciable et agréable. L'environnement est calme ce qui permet de se reposer. De nombreux sites touristiques alentour et de jolies plages à 30 minutes en voiture. Pour ceux qui aiment cuisiner il manque toutefois des ustensiles de cuisine, des plats.... Mais la cuisine est très fonctionnelle.
Petit soucis avec le Wi-Fi mais qui devrait être réparé. Les propriétaires sont agréables et font u efforts pour parler le français.
pascale R.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cathy F.
30 Jul 2016
Gorgeous, peaceful villa with great views and secluded pool
We have just returned from a wonderful holiday at Villa Francesca and already can’t wait to return.The villa is clean and spacious with welcome air-conditioning in the bedrooms and a lovely balcony with great views from the main bedroom. You can go up to the roof for even better views towards the sea and the mountains inland, while the covered terrace is a lovely, shady place to eat. The best part is the swimming pool area, which is totally private and feels quite luxurious – gorgeous. In July, we could barely hear any noise from other villas at all, as this one has quite a bit of its own space around it. The short track/road up to the villa is steep and twisty and we were a bit concerned about driving in our underpowered Fiat Panda, but we soon get the hang of it. We found it a great base to explore this part of the island, with plenty to do and a wide choice of restaurants within a short drive. Rethymno is great but we also enjoyed exploring some of the mountain villages and tavernas as the landscape is specatacular. We would highly recommend it.