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Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach

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Outdoor pool
Interior
Terrace/patio
Dining
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathrooms150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Σκουλούφια
  • Place, beach near Σφακάκι
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Ancient Eleutherna
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Rethimno Kart
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪102 min drive‬

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About the area

Rethymno

At this villa, you'll be 5.9 km (3.7 mi) from Museum of Ancient Eleutherna and 5.9 km (3.7 mi) from Eleutherna. .Villa features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. 3.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room are also available. Limited housekeeping is available.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Σφακάκι - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Museum of Ancient Eleutherna - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Rethimno Kart - 14 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Platanes Beach - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Arkadi Monastery - 14 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Andreas Taverna - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Serano Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stasi Coffee Break - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Stop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Romeo&Juliet Meze Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach

Brand-new modern villa nestled among olive trees, offering breathtaking views. Located in Skouloufia, just a 20-minute drive from Rethymno, these villas provide a luxurious, peaceful vacation with privacy. Each of the three bedrooms boasts a private bathroom, while the outdoor area features an amazing swimming pool, relaxing area, and dining area with barbecue. Enjoy a relaxing day by the pool, take a short 10-minute drive to the beach, or explore nearby traditional and historic villages. The choice is yours for creating a memorable holiday in Crete.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Enviromental tax March-October 10euros/night November-February 4euros/night cash on arrival

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1288324

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach ?

The closest beach to Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach is Spilies Beach (6.9 km).

Does Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach have a pool?

Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach has a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach ?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

Is Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach ?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach ?

No, Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Captivating Panoramic Sea View, Unique Architecture, 10 Minutes from Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

We had an amazing stay in this villa. Everything was spotless, modern and beautiful. The garden and pool were great for lazy days relaxing. The host Evina was so helpful with suggestions for beaches and restaurants. She even made bookings for us and contacted us most days to ask if we needed anything. We hired a car which I would say is a must. Lovely local taverna 10 minutes walk away. Would recommend without hesitation
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Spitzen Betreuung, aber das Haus lässt zu Wünsche übrig

Vorab: wir machen Urlaube dieser Art mehrmals im Jahr und kennen dementsprechend Preis und Leistung für Häuser dieser Art in Europa. Nun zu den Details: Der Empfang und die Betreuung vor Ort ist herausragend und der Außenbereich ebenfalls sehr schön. Im Innenraum passt allerdings leider nichts. Die geschossenen Bilder täuschen. Verlegte Heizungsrohre sind offen in jedem Zimmer zu sehen (Notdürftig wurde ihier ein Platiksbehälter drüber gestülpt, nach dem Motto, Rohre sind da, mal schauen, ob wir eine Heizung noch anschließen), die Türklinken kommen einem bereits entgegen, genauso wie die Gummis an den Fenstern, die sich dadurch teilweise nur schlecht schließen lassen.Viele gute Ideen wurden hier schlecht in den Räumen und mit wirklich wenig Qualität umgesetzt. Ärgerlich, vor allem wenn es um technische Geräte wie die Spülmaschine geht, Geschirr wird hier leider nicht richtig sauber. Wir hatten trotzdem einen schönen Urlaub, schon alleine wegen dem herrlichen Wetter und der fabelhaften Betreuung vor Ort. Es wurde sich immer um alles gekümmert und wir bekamen einen exzellenten Service. Fazit: es gibt für den Preis bessere Häuser auf der Insel, wo Preis und Qualität stimmt, wir würden dieses Haus nicht noch mal buchen.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhaft

Es war ein Traum von Urlaub. Die Villa entsprach genau den Vorgaben. Jeden Morgen kam der Gärtner und kümmerte sich um den Pool und den Garten. Sogar der Griller wurde nach Gebrauch geputzt. Das einzige was die wunderbare Stille etwas störte, waren die zahlreichen Zrikaden, die ihre Paarungsrufe lautstark in die Welt zirpten (Sarkasmus ende).
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

What amazing modern property. It was very clean on arrival which we all know is very important. Fantastic private setting with loads of seating around the large pool. Its great to have the pool & BBQ cleaned each morning. The guy arrives early so you dont see him. The cleaners arrived mid stay to change the bedding and clean. Evina was a great host. Fast wifi. We would highly recommend and we have booked again for this October.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you!

First of all, the house is very nice and quiet (except if you have loud neighbors ;-). We were a family of 4 people and had a lot of space. there's a safe in every bedroom. the house is very well equipped. You will find, everything you need to wash the dishes and clothes. Also butter, cheese, wine, oil, café etc... We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this house to friends and family. Evina is a very nice host ! She was very helpful and gave us good advice. And some present before going back home ( thanks again). For cat lovers, this place is paradise 🥰 if you want to visit the island you need a car. We couldn't find a better place to spend our holiday!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schönes Haus , super Gastgeber

Etwas abgelegen aber wunderschönes Haus. Toller Blick und gute Ausstattung. Die Gastgeberin und auch der Gärtner sind sehr hilfsbereit und nett
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roland D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Großartig

Sehr netter Empfang und ganz tolle und liebevolle Betreuung! Evina hat uns mit selbst gebackenem Kuchen, frischem Obst und Knabbereien versorgt. Der eigene Wein hat ebenso köstlich geschmeckt. Der Kühlschrank war für eine erste Mahlzeit gefüllt. Das Haus wird regelmäßig gereinigt und Garten und Pool ganz früh am Morgen ebenso. Das Haus liegt irgendwo in den Bergen Kretas und am Strand ist man in ca. 15 Minuten. Auto ist dringend nötig. Die nette Katze am Haus hatte unser Herz gewonnen! Alles in allem ein wunderschöner Urlaub!!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle Villa mitten im Nichts

Alles hat wie verabredet geklappt. Die Route vom Flughafen zum Haus stimmte genau und wir wurden bereits erwartet. Sehr netter Empfang. Es wartete zusätzlich ein großer Obstteller nebst gut gefüllten Kühlschrank für das nächste Frühstück auf uns. Außerdem bekamen wir einen großen Gemüsekorb am nächsten Tag vom Gärtner mit Tomaten, Auberginen und Paprika auf den Tisch gestellt. Soviel könnten wir zu viert kaum essen. Das Haus entsprach genau den Beschreibungen und war modern eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Pool wurde täglich gereinigt, Haus in den 10 Tagen 3 mal gereinigt inklusive Bettwäschewechsel. Weiterhin erhielten wir gute Tipps von der Gastgeberin zu Restaurants und Touren in die Umgebung. Außerdem wurden wir innerhalb der Tage mit Kuchen und frischen Eiern versorgt. Alles in allem ein super Aufenthalt mit tollen Gastgebern und voll empfehlenswert. Einzigster Nachteil war die einsame Lage mit völliger Ruhe. Wer hier abendliche Aktion sucht ist fehlen Platz. Aber das suchten wir ja. Es war wunderschön. Danke für alles an unsere Gastgeberin Evina.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanspeter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Villa - top Vermieterin

Sehr modern eingerichtet, es fehlt an nichts. Super Aussicht - Top und ruhige Lage. Ideal zum entspannen.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Great relaxing holidays in this very nice villa

We very quickly felt at home in this great villa. We did experience a very nice & warm welcome by Evina with the famous and very delicious Orange cake and "Survival Kit" in the fridge for the first 24 hours. (Milk, Toast, butter, honey, cheese and ham. The house is in excellent shape and the team (Evina, cleaning lady & gardener) did an excellent job in keeping it nice and clean. Over the time we could enjoy fruits and vegetables from the garden - thank you very much! We liked the private atmosphere, the advices for local places, the Nespresso coffee machine and everything around that made us feel welcome in this house. Well done and thank you for everything.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alis S.

Ein Traum!

Die Villa ist ein Traum! Alles ist genauso wie beschrieben und abgebildet und sogar noch schöner. Wir wurden extrem herzlich von der Gastgeberin Evina empfangen mit selbstgebackenem Kuchen und einem vollen Kühlschrank mit Basics und Obst. Neben dem Haus befindet sich ein Gemüsegarten ( Tomaten, Zucchini, Paprika, Auberginen ) aus dem man sich bedienen darf, außerdem kam jeden morgen ein Gärtner, der zusätzlich auch noch frisches Gemüse mitbrachte. Jeden 3. Tag wurde das Haus gereinigt. Die Resaurant- und Beachempfehlungen von Evina waren hervorragend! Wir können von unserem Aufenthalt nur positives Berichten und die Villa wärmstens empfehlen! Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder:-)))
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thorsten S.

Everything Excellent

We (2 adults and two teenager) were lucky to get the opportunity to spend 2 weeks ( June-July 2018) in this beautiful villa. Everything was perfect, starting with the welcome cake at our arrival date and a filled fridge with everything you need to „survive“ the first 24 hours. Following perfect cleaning and pool service (over the whole periode) by the friendly staff and excellent support by Evina our contact person. Since reality is even better than the pictures we will definitely come back to stay once again in this house. Really amazing and an excellent choice. In addition the location in the center of the island is very concenient to discover many places Evina, once again thanks a lot !,,
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Imke N.

Perfekt!

Wir sind total begeistert! Das Haus ist neu, modern und stilvoll, gepflegt, geräumig und komfortabel, zu jedem Schlafraum gehört ein Bad. Die Gartenanlage mit Pool ist schön angelegt und wird täglich von einem Gärtner gepflegt. Alle drei Tage kommt eine Frau zur Reinigung. Es gibt einen Kräuter- u. Gemüsegarten, aus dem man sich bedienen darf (Tomaten, Auberginen, Paprika, Rosmarin, Thymian,...). Das Haus liegt etwas landeinwärts, das ist mit Auto aber kein Problem. In ca. 5-10 Min. ist man in den nächsten Ortschaften und am nächsten Strand. Wir waren aber auch begeistert von Evinas Gastfreundschaft. Sie hat uns nach unserer Ankunft abends im Dunkeln an einem Treffpunkt abgeholt und zum Haus gebracht. Dort standen schon Brot und Käse, Früchte, ein leckerer Kuchen, Wein und Raki für uns. Vielen Dank nochmal für diesen freundlichen Empfang, Evina! Auch für die Dauer des Aufenthaltes stand sie uns bei Bedarf zur Verfügung. Wir haben die Tage in diesem Ferienhaus sehr genossen!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

A beautiful modern property, couldn’t ask for more!

Evina was so welcoming, it was a home away from home. We arrived to a freshly backed cake and the villa was immaculate, the decor was beautiful and it had everything we could have asked for! Like paradise! Still thinking about what a great time we had, the pictures don’t do it justice and the views are amazing, we didn’t want to leave! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

very nice, modern and calm - perfect for relaxing in a nice surrounding

Vilania Villa on Crete was the perfect location for a relaxing holiday! The hosts were friendly, helpful and very obliging. As we arrived a freshly made cake was waiting for us, beside some Greek Raki, home-made wine and fresh fruits. We got some text messages with recommendations during our stay and as we had to leave, we even got some country-specific gifts. The best care we ever had from any hosts! Every early morning a gardener came to clean the pool and to tidy up the BBQ-area oft he garden. He was very quiet, we didn’t notice his appearance. During our one week stay, even a cleaner came to clean the house, to change the towels and to change the linings. The Villa itself had a very modern and straight style, what we prefer instead of the typical mediterranean style. We loved it. The kitchen was fully equipped, everything was clean and tidy. Every sleeping room had its own washroom/bath and SAT-TV and all rooms/windows were protected by fly screens. The surrounding was great for relaxing: no noise, no traffic, a nice view towards the sea on the pool side and towards Crete’s highest mountain backyards. We absolutely recommend a stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl p.

Stunning villa with a relaxing location. 5 Star!

Amazing stay. The villa is perfect and exactly like the pictures. The owners were very hospitable. There was fresh fruit, wine, raki and essentials to make sandwiches on arrival. We travelled with a 5 year old and 8 year old. They had hours of fun in the pool. The villa was cleaned every 3 days and the pool man and gardener came every day. Evina was very helpful with booking restaurants and giving advice on local beaches etc. The Taverna that is 5 mins away cooks the best lamb ribs, ever. We were a 10min drive to a beautiful beach. Perfect is the only way to describe our holiday and we are missing our stay at Vilana. Hope to come back again soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

The property was stunning, spacious, luxurious, clean, well-equipped, light and cosy!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this villa as well as exploring beautiful, rugged Crete. The children loved the pool-even at the beginning of April! This villa was in a perfect situation for exploring Crete and we would recommend it highly to anyone who enjoyed stunning beaches, walks and relaxation. The owners were extremely helpful offering advice when asked -especially regarding fantastic restaurants-all with a very warm and friendly welcome.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

perfect

Our stay in skouloufia was awesome! Elvina is very nice, welcoming and friendly hosts. They picked up us at a neighbor village, it was very late. The nature in the area is amazing! Elvina has a lot of recommendations to give and simply are the perfect hosts. The villa is also perfect, clean and cozy. We can fully recommend to stay at their lovely villa. The service is also 5+.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Lovely villa and wonderful service

We loved staying at Vilana. The villa was great, very well fitted out, modern and well designed, it had warm and big pool, with fab views from the mountains to the sea. But what made it really special was the wonderful service. Being met late at night, the lovely cake (which my kids our now obsessed with), the vegetables from the garden, the fresh eggs and general helpfulness all made for a memorable time. Evina is a star. This is a real gem and would highly recommend - in fact we've already passed details on to friends.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Simply wonderful

This is a really wonderful place: a wonderful house with a nice swimming pool, very nice rooms, a nice kitchen and a wonderful view. We really loved the place. And the hospitality of the house owners is something we've never experienced before: just amazing. To rent this house is more than highly recommendable..
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stefan F.

Wonderful stay @Villa Vilana near Rethymno

We spent one week at villa vilana, arrived on July 2nd, 2016. The way to the villa is not easy to find for the first time, however GPS helps a bit. We got a very warm welcome by the owners incl. nice gifts (e.g. cake, food, water, raki, bread) which was very much appreciated since we arrived pretty late and shops were closed already. The villa is just beautiful which is also true for the garden around it. Fresh herbs and fresh fruits/vegetables are available. The service provided by the staff for cleaning, pool and garden is very good. Evina also helped regarding local things to do (e.g. restaurants, beaches). Thanks for making this a memorable holiday. Bottom line: highly recommended
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Fabulous holiday in the countryside of Rethymno

We stayed for 2 weeks in this exceptional place (family with 2 children). Exceptional view over the sea and Rethymno up to the white mountains. The villa is exactly as shown on the pictures. High quality furniture in and outside, beautiful design and high quality materials are used. The villa was cleaned every third day and the swimming pool area every day. Even the barbecue place was cleaned every day. Very friendly cleaning personal! We arrived at 11pm in Stavromenos. A very friendly person waited for us and drove together with us to the villa (10 minutes drive through the mountain side). Cheese, bread, ham, water and a bottle of raki were offered. Fragkiskos (the owner) dropped in for three times during our stay in order to advice us on nice places to visit, beaches and best restaurants in an around Rethymno. Supermarkets with a butcher and a bakery are at a 10 minutes drive in Stavromenos. A very lovely traditional restaurant is at a 5 minutes drive in Skouloufia (this is a must). I would absolutely recommend this place to every family who wants to stay in the countryside of Creta, still having an easy access to Rethymno and the surrounding beaches. We will definitely come back!