Located in Magnisia Village of Rethymno, within 800 metres from Scaleta Beach, Villa Zafira offers self-catering accommodation with a private pool. It is set amidst olive trees and offers unobstructed views over the Cretan Sea and the surrounding area. Fitted with tiled floors and wrought-iron beds, Zafira villa has a spacious living room with fireplace, and 3 separate bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, one of which has a spa bath. The fully-equipped kitchen includes a microwave, a stove and a dishwasher. A flat-screen satellite TV, a DVD player, a washing machine and free Wi-Fi are available. Guests can relax at the sun loungers by the pool and enjoy the panoramic view. A sauna is also featured on site and its use is subject to extra charges. BBQ facilities are also available on site for al fresco dining. A variety of restaurants and shops can be found within 800 metres from the property. Rethymno Town and Port are 12 km away and Heraklion City is at a distance of 67 km. Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is 75 km away. Free on-site parking is possible.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free parking available on-site

Activities:

Tennis court

Table tennis

Darts


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
9.2
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  • Lombardelli
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly owner, nice clean good size property and pool. Quiet rural location. Property has all facilities- TV's, separate aircon in lounge and bedrooms, wi-fi dishwasher, washing machine etc. Would recommend.
  • Vicki
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Villa was absolutely amazing. Even before we arrived nothing was too much trouble. Quick responses to any questions or advice we needed. Peter and Lina were there to greet us when we arrived to show us all the essentials. They then came...
  • Imad
    Germany Germany
    Had a very good time there, nice pool .. and very friendly host !
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.

Hosted by Peter Pispas

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score

Peter Pispas
It is private,comfortable and quiet, close to beach. The pool is large and the clients enjoy it very much. There is a telephone in the villa which the clients can call us without any charge in case of emergency. wi-fi is free.with good signal. Villa Zafira is located in Nea Magnesia, close to Prinos village and Scaleta beach, offering a great location, as you have the opportunity to visit all the well-known beaches and sightseeing spots of Rethymno with your car, taking only 5 to 20 minutes maximum. Guests can find a beautiful sandy beach, located in Skaleta area, as well as hiring a boat trip which takes you to the local caves. Skaleta offers a variety of shops that you might need, such as supermarkets, taverns, cafes, souvenier and local product shops, an ATM machine, a petrol station and various other facilities. A bus stop with regular itineraries can also be found there. Also in Sfakaki and Stavromenos, which are just 5 minutes driving you will find a super market, a bakery, a butcher’s shop and a pharmacy. Nea Magnesia village is among olive and orange trees and offers an amazing view of Psiloritis mountain, as well as unique sea views! Additionally, wonderful nature
Hotel management experience for many years and enjoys looking after the guests.
It is rural with ollive trees around and panoramic sea view.
Languages spoken: Greek,English,French,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Villa Zafira
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Shared kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional bathroom
    • Additional toilet
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Spa bath
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Laptop safe
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    • Video
    • CD player
    • DVD player
    • Radio
    • Telephone
    • TV
    • Pay-per-view channels
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Ironing facilities
    • Pants press
    • Iron
    • Hot tub
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Common areas
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Swimming pool toys
    • Pool cover
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Fence around pool
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Sauna
      Additional charge
    Food & Drink
    • Coffee house on site
    • Fruits
    • Wine/champagne
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Mini golf
      Additional charge
    • Squash
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Horse riding
      Additional charge
    • Diving
      Additional charge
    • Bowling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Darts
    • Table tennis
    • Tennis court
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge
    • Car hire
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Strollers
    • Baby safety gates
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Child safety socket covers
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Pet bowls
    • Pet basket
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
      Additional charge
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • Greek
    • English
    • French
    • Portuguese

    House rules

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

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 21:00

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

    Check-out

    From 11:00 to 12:00

     

    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.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Diners Club Cash Villa Zafira accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

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

    Kindly note that the use of air conditioning and the sauna is subject to extra charges.

    Security Deposit of 20% of total amount should be made from the guest prior to arrival.

    Please inform Villa Zafira in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    License number: 1041K91002964701

    FAQs about Villa Zafira

    • Villa Zafira is 600 yards from the centre of Prínos. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Villa Zafira has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

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

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

    • Check-in at Villa Zafira is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

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

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

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

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Bowling
      • Table tennis
      • Diving
      • Tennis court
      • Mini golf
      • Darts
      • Squash
      • Foot massage
      • Swimming Pool
      • Full body massage
      • Horse riding
      • Hand massage
      • Back massage
      • Bicycle rental
      • Beach
      • Neck massage
      • Head massage

    • Villa Zafira can accommodate the following group size:

      • 6 guests

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

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

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

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

    • The nearest beach is just 0.6 miles from Villa Zafira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.