In Rethymno .You'll find Horse Park Rethymno and Platanes Beach within 3 miles (5 km) of this villa. Mili Gorge and Blue Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Rethymnon Venetian Port - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
University of Crete - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
Getting around
Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
upano - 4 min drive
Mr. Gyros - 5 min drive
Finikas - 4 min drive
Taverna Vergina - 4 min drive
Cafe Greco - 5 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.
50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground!
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. Fully private, but conveniently close to everything, Villa Idylle offers all that you were looking for, for your summer holiday. The five bedroom villa is adorned with designer furniture such as Vondom, Adriani e Rossi, Inomo and lighting by Kundalini and aspires to offer a private, unique experience you will not forget and will definitely want to pursue again.
Layout
Ground Floor
Guests are ushered into the main living space with an open plan area featuring the living room, dining room and kitchen. The living room features a corner sofa with a fireplace, 47" HDTV with Netflix and a bluetooth speaker. Its balcony doors provide direct access to the pool terrace, offering amazing coastal views. The kitchen is equipped with branded electrical appliances and provides all essentials for a self catered vacation. The designer dining table can seat up to 10 guests. The ground floor also features a bedroom with a King size bed (1,60 x 2,00), 32 HDTV, closet and a balcony door with direct access to the pool area. Finally there is a bathroom with a shower on this level.
First Floor
The first floor features three bedrooms and a sitting room with floor-to-ceiling windows accessing the balcony with stunning sea views. The master bedroom on the first floor features a super King size bed (2,00 x 2,00) with an ensuite bathroom with a jacuzzi bath. It offers a 47" HDTV, closet and a balcony with sea views. The other two bedrooms feature two single beds (0,90 x 2,00) that can be joined to make a King size bed if necessary, a 32" HDTV, a closet and a balcony with sea views. Furthermore the first floor offers a family bathroom with a bath.
Lower level
The lower level is comprised of the kitchenette, gym area and the sauna. Furthermore on the lower level you may find the playroom with a 70" HDTV, Playstation 4 console and a piano. Finally the fifth bedroom of the villa is situated here. The lower level bedroom features two single beds (0,80 x 2,00) that can be joined to make a King size bed if necessary. Additionally it offers a 32" HDTV and a closet. There is also a bathroom with a shower on the lower level. Here you will also find the washing machine and clothes dryer.
What will really take your breath away is the outdoor area of Villa Idylle, which offers amazing, panoramic views of the sea and mountains and also includes:
- A 50 m2 private infinity swimming pool (min 1,25 - max 2,25)
- Sun beds, umbrellas and a shaded sitting area ideal for relaxation
- Outdoor bar
- Hot tub (4 seater)
- Round shaded daybed
- Large outdoor dining table - A ping pong table - Gas barbecue
- Childrens playground
- The whole outdoor area is fenced, offering 100% privacy to our guests
- Parking space for several cars inside the Villa premises
INFORMATION ABOUT THE AREA
The Villa is located in Maroula village in Rethymno. Maroulas is a quiet village situated on the heights above Rethymno with panoramic views of the Cretan Sea, surrounded by greenery and full of Venetian characteristics. Maroulas reveals itself through a maze of alleys, old doors, door knobs, stone mosaics 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 ideal 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
**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at 15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.
Villa Idylle is approved by Greek Tourism Organisation with license number: 1041K10003009201 and managed by "etouri vacation rental management."
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 3,337 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
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
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite 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 each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 1041K10003009201
We should mention
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Hilltop mansion with full facilities scenic sea panoramas
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Frequently asked questions
How close is 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground! to the airport?
This villa is 46.8 mi (79-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground! to the beach?
This villa is 2.2 mi (11-min drive) from Platanes Beach and 2.7 mi (11-min drive) from Blue Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground! offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground!?
No, there is no casino at this villa.
What time is check-in at 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground!?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground! have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this villa.
How close is 50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground! to downtown Rethymno?
This villa is 3.5 mi away from Rethymno.
50 m2 Infinity Pool, hot Tub, Outdoor Bar, Sauna, gym and Playground! Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Victor G.
Jul 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
great villa with good location
The villa was exactly as was shown on the website.The immunities and facilities of the villa with first class and it was well suited for access to all local areas for shopping and restaurants.The owner was delightful was very attentive to any issue that we had. Also the management company with exactly the same a help us with reservations and booking taxes etc. etc.Overall we were extremely satisfied with the villa and we have no hesitation in recommending it to other people.
Victor G.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Paula B.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely villa
Beautiful views. Large impressive villa. Spacious bedrooms and comfortable beds. Lovely pool and jacuzzi. Convenient drive / taxi to Rethymno.Road up to villa is easy to drive. Peaceful. No overhead showers on main sleeping floor. (Two baths with hose pipe low showers). So need to go down to basement or use the small cubicle on living floor. Kitchen could do with a few more glasses/knives/chopping boards. Remember to put the immersion on if you like hot water. Another villa is quite close by.
Paula B.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
martyn J., Cwmbran
Jul 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday
Loved every second, the villa was perfect and beautiful. Better than the pictures online. We were so impressed with everything.
Thank you
martyn J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda M., United Kingdom
Sep 5, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
The villa is exceptional, we all loved every minute of our stay, we had everything we wanted , the villa is in the hills but just a short drive to the lovely sandy beach and all the amenities, such as supermarkets and restaurants.
All the team were extremely helpful in every way, somebody was on the end of the in-house phone if we ever needed it, The children loved the pool and play area and the adults enjoyed the great sunsets by the bar .
We definitely recommended this lovely place
Linda M.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
john c.
Aug 17, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villas
We had an amazing stay at Villa Idylle, we’d split out 2 week holiday between two villas and stayed here the second week, once we arrived we wished we’d been here for the 2 weeks! It has everything you need and everything is of very high quality. We always stay in villas for our holidays and this has to be one of the nicest/best that we’ve stayed in and we will be back again and again!
We had a couple of minor issues at the beginning but the owner and Makis (the Etouri Rep) sorted these brilliantly and the owner is really lovely and really cares about getting everything perfect.
Thank you to the owner for making us so welcome and we look forward to seeing you again next year and thanks to the team at Etouri for great service during our stay which was excellent!
john c.
10/10 Excellent
Guillaume E.
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic !!!
The villa is really beautiful ! Etouri is very responsive to our requests and knows how to meet our needs. Thanks a lot for our great holidays.
Guillaume E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maximilien C.
May 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon séjour
En famille nous avons pu profité de ce séjour en Crête, une vue formidable sur le littoral et le soleil au rendez vous.
Iro a été d'une sympathie, de très bon conseil de visites et de restaurants à proximité.