Set in Giannoudi and only 8.2 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno, Villa Idylle offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain views and is 22 km from Museum of Ancient Eleftherna and 40 km from Psiloritis National Park. The villa has an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar, as well as a sauna and a lift. Boasting a PS4, the spacious villa has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 5 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms with a hot tub and an a bath or shower. The unit is air conditioned and is comprised of a terrace with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The villa offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. A bar can be found on-site, and in the warmer months you can make use of the barbecue facilities. Outdoor play equipment is also available at the villa, while guests can also relax in the garden. Municipal Garden is 8.1 km from Villa Idylle, while Venetian Harbour is 8.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 77 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Tennis court

Fishing

Games room


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4:
2 single beds
Bedroom 5:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.4
Location
10
High score for Giannoudi

See what guests loved the most:

  • Linda
    Finland Finland
    The Villa was amazing and so was the location and the view. The small Village of Maroulas is worth the visit and tge whole experience was more than we expected and we didn't want to leave. The host helped us with everything and went beyond to...
  • A
    Anonymous
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Super villa! Heel schoon, als je iets nodig hebt hoeft je dit maar aan te geven en de eigenaresse regelt dit. Iedere dag word netjes alles gepoetst. Zeker een aanrader!!
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by etouri vacation rental management

Company review score: 9.8Based on 952 reviews from 174 properties
174 managed properties

Company information

My name is Kostas Vasilakis and I have studied marketing and business management. Already being an owner of two successful villas and co-owner of a well known web development company in Greece, I started to manage other vacation rentals in 2012. I have the full management of all the vacation rentals that I represent, knowing everything about them and the areas in which they are located. My aim is to help the homeowners to manage their vacation properties to their full advantage and guests to relax and have the finest holiday experience with 24/7 service providing advice and information for all their concerns throughout their stay. Let me be your personal advisor for your holidays and let’s start organising your trip in Crete together! My company which called “etouri” is located in 271 Arkadiou

Property information

Overlooking the Aegean Sea, Villa Idylle provides a serene retreat for recharging in Crete. The Grecian holiday home is perched on a hillside on the village of Maroulas situated on the heights above Rethymno offering panoramic views. The minimalist aesthetic of the villa allows the focus to remain on the expansive views. The 310 m2 villa is spread throughout three floors, all with elevator access and accommodates 10 people. Starting 01/01/2024, a new tax “Climate Crisis Resilience Charge” was introduced, requiring a fee of 1,50euros per night from March to October and 0,50euros per night from November to February. The amount needs to be paid in cash or by card upon your arrival.

Neighbourhood information

The villa is situated in Maroulas, a quiet village surrounded by greenery and full of Venetian characteristics. The village attracts many painters and photographers with its numerous themes; narrow alleys, old doors, door knobs, stone mosaics. Maroulas reveals itself through a maze of alleys where visitors can stroll and discover. The villa is located in the outskirts of Rethymno city only 6km away from the center. Rethymno centre offers a variety of shops (supermarkets, fishmongers, butcher shops, bakeries) as well as highly acclaimed restaurants, numerous cafes, pastry shops, ice cream shops and more. In Rethymno you may also visit the magnificent old town, the Venetian harbour, the museum and the venetian castle “Fortezza” which is the trademark of the city. Villa Idylle is perfect for people who want a quiet place to relax but to be close to everything. Finally there are many different beaches near the villa that you may discover! Please see below where the closest amenities can be found. -Closest beach: 4 km (Platanias beach) -Mini market: 2.9 km -Super market: 3.2 km -Bakery: 4.7 km -Butcher: 4.4 m -Fresh fish: 4.2 km -Pharmacy: 5.1 km -Tavern or restaurant: 1 km (Thavma Restaurant) -Heraklion Airport: 80 km -Chania Airport: 74.5 km

Languages spoken

Greek,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Villa Idylle
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Game console
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Video games
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Iron
    • Hot tub
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Common areas
    • Games room
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    • All ages welcome
    • Swimming pool toys
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Sauna
    Food & Drink
    • Fruits
    • Bar
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Cooking class
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Tour or class about local culture
      Additional charge
    • Bike tours
      Additional charge
    • Walking tours
      Additional charge
    • Water park
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Tennis court
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Children's playground
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • Greek
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Villa Idylle takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of EUR 1000 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 851. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    2 cots available upon request.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Maestro Mastercard Visa JCB Cash is not accepted Villa Idylle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    A damage deposit of € 1,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    License number: 1041K10003009201

    FAQs about Villa Idylle

    • Villa Idylle can accommodate the following group size:

      • 10 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Idylle on this page.

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Idylle on this page.

    • Check-in at Villa Idylle is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Idylle on this page.

    • Yes, Villa Idylle is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Villa Idylle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Games room
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Water park
      • Swimming Pool
      • Walking tours
      • Horse riding
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Bike tours
      • Cooking class

    • Villa Idylle is 700 yards from the centre of Giannoudi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Villa Idylle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Villa Idylle has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 5 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.