In Rethymno .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Rethymno villa, you'll find Rethimno Kart and Platanes Beach. Horse Park Rethymno and Blue Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 81 min drive
Restaurants
Taverna "Calamies - 6 min drive
Levantes - 6 min drive
Ακρογιάλι (Akrogiali) - 6 min drive
Σπίτι του Πολιού (Poliou House) - 4 min drive
Romeo&Juliet Meze Bar - 4 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.
Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views
Villa Althaea is approved by Greek Tourism Organisation & managed by "etouri vacation rental management". Villa Althaea is a cozy countryside retreat spanning three levels and 145 m2, comfortably accommodating six guests in three bedrooms.
Indoor Area Ground Floor: - Open-plan living and kitchen area with an open fireplace, satellite TV, DVD player, and PlayStation 3. - Direct access to the pool terrace. - Fully equipped kitchen with high-quality fixtures and appliances.
First Floor: - Bedroom 1: Queen Size bed (1.60 x 2.00 m), self-controlled A/C, TV, and private balcony with sea and surrounding area views. - Bedroom 2: Double bed (1.50 x 2.00 m), self-controlled A/C, and TV. - Bathroom with a shower cabin and hydromassage column.
Lower Floor: - Bedroom 3: Two single beds (0.90 x 2.00 m) that can be joined into a double, a sofa bed, boudoir, TV, and direct outdoor access to the backyard with a sitting area and ping pong table. - Bathroom with a bathtub.
Outdoor Area - Private 30 m2 swimming pool (1.00-1.60 m deep) with an outdoor shower, sunbeds, and a comfortable sitting area. The pool can be heated upon request (extra charge). - Beautifully landscaped garden with cypresses, jasmines, rosemaries, lavenders, laurels, althaeas, roses, and other local Cretan flowers and herbs. - Charcoal BBQ facilities with a shaded outdoor dining area. - Private, shaded parking space. Villa Althaea is located right along the national road, offering easy access to nearby destinations.
**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at EUR15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check in.
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: 1,561 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 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
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 1041Κ91002989901
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.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views to the airport?
This villa is 50.6 mi (81-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views to the beach?
This villa is 3.7 mi (12-min drive) from Platanes Beach and 5.2 mi (15-min drive) from Blue Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views?
No, there is no casino at this villa.
What time is check-in at Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this villa.
How close is Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views to downtown Rethymno?
This villa is 6.3 mi away from Rethymno.
Surrounded by Nature | Pool, Ping Pong & Views Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The house itself was lovely, clean, well-equipped, lovely outside spaces with lots of options to sit and relax. The pool was great, we paid extra to have it heated and the whole family were in and out all week.
Location was good, you need a car but there’s plenty to do in the area.
Biggest bonus though was Eva and her incredible hosting, we arrived in the evening after a delayed flight to a beautiful home cooked meal, homemade cake and ann incredibly well stocked fridge. So completely beyond anything I’ve seen from a host before. She also provided a wealth of recommendations for places to eat, where to park, the best beaches to suit our young family. And even suggestions of what to do based on the weather. Thank you so much Eva for making our holiday super easy!
Pippa
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Catherine C.
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Villa near Loutra
The property was spacious, clean and well equipped. The beds were comfortable and the linen was cotton. The outside area is very well equipped and there are several shady places to sit. The pool was clean and a perfect t temperature. Towels were provide for both the beach and the pool which is very helpful When travelling light.
Communication between Etouri and the owner were was excellent. We were contacted regularly to see if we needed anything and Eva the owner went out of her way to make suggestions for day trips and restaurants. They could not have been more helpful.
Catherine C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Ritchie W.
Aug 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
12 fantastic days
Wonderful break in a fantastic villa. Huge thanks to host Eva who was amazing and could not have been any more welcoming. Would highly recommend to anyone!
Ritchie W.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn R.
Jul 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mrs
Eva was a prefect host. The villa was lovely and beautiful views. Pool was large and great fun. Had a fantastic holiday which we shared with a wide age range. Everyone happy and enjoyed themselves. Eva was very kind thoughtful.
Carolyn R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katherine E., Marlborough UK
Jul 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect host, beautiful property and views
We stayed for a week - 2 teens, 2 65+ and 1 adult at Villa Althaea in Loutra, a 10 minute drive from Rethymno. The listing is very accurate. 2 bedrooms (incl master) and a shower room on the first floor, kitchen/diner and lounge on ground floor and downstairs large twin room with bathroom. Ping pong table also outside on lower floor. Covered parking and secure gates made you feel very secure and private. The villa was appointed with everything we needed, including shampoo and shower gels, towels for pool and bath.
The communication with Etouri the villa company was first class - immediately after reserving and until checkout. They also offer an excellent complimentary concierge service and made us restaurant reservations etc. In addition, the villa owner Eva was so welcoming. Nothing was ever too much trouble for her. She welcomed us personally at the villa and had made homemade lasagna for our dinner, stocked the fridge with wine, milk, bread, butter and even ice creams in the freezer! During the week the pool and cleaning service came - fast and efficient and very friendly. Eva supervised again and even bought us more treats! And then she checked us out and was flexible with the time of our departure. We’ve never experienced such attention and service at any villa we’ve visited previously. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend and stay again.
The restaurant up the road deserves a mention - food is great and very reasonable, service friendly, portions huge.
Katherine E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dahoud H.
Jul 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Eva made our trip AMAZING!!!
The villa exceeded expectations! It was very clean when we arrived, and was cleaned multiple times during our stay (fast, efficient and friendly cleaning staff). It was very private and secluded. The rooms were very comfortable and homey. The best part of this Villa truly is the host we had, Eva. Eva is the definition of perfection! She was beyond accommodating, super sweet and friendly, saying she went above and beyond would be an understatement. Eva insured we felt at home and like family from the moment we walked in, all the way through our stay, and sent us off as a loving family member would. I would 100% pick this place again next time I visit. Thank you Eva!
Dahoud H.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen D.
May 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pure bliss
Villa Althaea was perfect, very clean, had everything and more you could possibly need. Loved the extra touches including a homemade lunch and cake left by the owner of the property welcoming us to Greece. So nice to have our very own private pool. Very sad to leave this beautiful villa. Only 1 restaurant within walking distance, so took a taxi to the beautiful Rethymno old town where there was loads of great restaurants and bars.
Karen D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ricky D.
Aug 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Villa - superb holiday base
Arrived at Villa Friday evening, and greeted by hostess Eva who gave us a tour of property and had left us a meal and a bottle wine which was gratefully received as our outbound flight had been delayed.
The Villa has stunning views of the countryside down to the coast. It is fully equipped with all that you need for a great vacation.
During our stay Eva kept in touch and ensured we had all we needed, she gave us tips on restaurants and places to visit.
The pool was amazing and was cleaned during our 7 day stay.
We would definitely recommend the Villa.
To fully make the most of stay and easily explore island I would recommend hiring a car. Although Rethymno town is a short taxi trip away - we paid €20 e/w
Ricky D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melanie D.
Aug 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect
Our first villa booking and extremely pleased we chose Villa Althea, Eva the owner was fantastic and very informative. We stayed for two weeks 30/07/23 to 13/08/23.
The villa was cleaned on Tuesdays and Fridays including the pool. The property is modern airy and an extremely good size over 3 floors. With aircon in bedrooms.
Everything you need is there a dishwasher, washing machine, iron, fridge freezer, bbq, table tennis table sun beds, list goes on.
Eva treated us to may Greek cakes etc wont list as we were really surprised and I wouldn't want to spoil your surprises when you book. I say when as you won't be disappointed. You will need to hire a car though which you can park behind an electronic gate in the grounds:)
The villa even has wifi netflix and prime so overall home from home :). There is a main road next to the property which occasionally produced road noise but not worth worrying about, we had a fabulous time.
Melanie D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jon L.
Jul 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Villa and lovely host
This is the second time we have stayed at a villa in Rethymno with the Etouri service and we would definitely do so again.
The villa itself was exactly as listed, beautifully presented with everything needed and a great size for a family of 4 / 5. We spent hours by the pool and in the outdoor space relaxing and enjoying the fantastic sea views, and very quickly felt at home as all the rooms are very comfortable and well equipped.
It is a little out of town which gave it a more relaxing feel and a car is preferable (and easily parked in the secure car port) but there were regular buses and a taxis can be easily arranged. There is also a lovely taverna about 5 mins walk away with a beautiful terrace, good value menu and a family feel.
Eva the owner was the perfect host, making us feel at home from the outset with delicious homemade food awaiting us for our arrival and a well stocked fridge. She had great tips and was very responsive to any issues or questions throughout our stay and her farewell was as kind as her welcome.
The Etouri concierge service provided the usual excellent service and were equally responsive and professional from booking to departure, giving that extra sense of security.
If you’re looking for a lovely villa in central northern Crete to relax in, which comes with great service from the owner and the added peace of mind of a first class travel service, you will struggle to find a better one.
Jon L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephen C.
Aug 3, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa, exceeded expectations
The villa was amazing. The owner, Eva, is very welcoming and so generous (never had home made lasagne and cake on arrival before!).
The outside area is perfect - many places to sit and enjoy the lovely sea view and beautiful sunsets, perfect pool and a ping pong table. Lots of lovely little details in the villa that make all the difference. The villa is also very well situated only 15/20 minutes to beautiful Rethymno, 1h to Heraklion and only 40 minutes to Preveli beach. We will definitely be back.
Stephen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Will W.
Aug 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa and perfect host
Villa Althaea lived up to all our expectations. Beautiful location, secluded and not overlooked. Easy to get to Rethymno within a few minutes. Lovely pool and plenty of space and areas of shade throughout the day. Villa had all the facilities you would expect and was a home away from home for the four of us.
Must mention that etouri were very helpful and I can't say enough good things about, Eva, the wonderful owner of the villa. She was an amazing host. So helpful and generous to us. A wonderful holiday.
Will W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michaela Š.
Jun 17, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay!
In August 2019, my family and I visited Crete for the first time. We had a great stay. I love outdoors and this place made me want to be outside all day! Hanging by the pool, having dinners outside. Pool was great. My 8 year old had so much fun. We adults did two. Eva the host - was wonderful, 10 of 10 superior customer service! I travelled from Canada with my daughter to meet my parents here, and I was the first one to arrive. After a long journey, I came there, with full fridge, homemade lasagna and ice cream for my girl! Oh, let's not forget the vine! Just wonderful welcome. I felt save and good being there. That evening, we needed to test the pool and it was great, my daughter had endless energy and excited about this place!! I hope to be back in 2021 so hopefully this is place I get to stay again. Thank you Eva!!!
Michaela Š.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
David M.
Sep 25, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
The lovely Villa Althea
Our flight was delayed so we arrived very late but the owner Eva was there to great us and totally welcoming. We do 3-5 villa holidays every year but have never known such amazing hospitality. The villa was perfect for the 2 of us especially the privacy around the pool for the all over tan. The view, the facilities, the accommodation, the fabulous shower upstairs, we loved the all. We also enjoyed the taverna just along the road. Thank you Eva and Kostas for making it a holiday to remember. My only word of caution is don’t book a jet ski safari unless you are sure it will be calm. We booked one in advance and it was very rough, a nightmare! But we really loved it all. David and Mark
David M.
10/10 Excellent
John D.
Jul 2, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Villa
We have been on many villas over the years and would fully recommend this one The owner is a delight so helpful The villa is clean the pool was fantastic The location was great with views over the sea Restaurants around which are less expensive than in town A car is a must This is one of the best villas we have stayed and we will be back
John D.
10/10 Excellent
Carsten W., Dortmund, Deutschland
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nicely furnished with a great pool.
We enjoyed our stay at Villa Athenaea. Great location, pool, AC in bedrooms. Hosts provided extensive starter pack of groceries and several rounds of baked goods. Private.
Carsten W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sybille M.
Jun 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tolles Haus ! An alles wurde gedacht!
Wir fühlten uns von der ersten Minute an sehr willkommen. Die Übergabe war herzlich. Bei unserer Ankunft wartete sogar ein leckeres Essen und vieles mehr auf uns. Nach einer langen Reise und frühes Aufstehen, unbezahlbar. Wir waren sehr dankbar. Das Haus war für uns perfekt. Es wurde an so vieles gedacht. Die Vermieterin fragte immer nach, ob was fehlte. Sie war immer erreichbar und sehr hilfsbereit und gab sehr gute Tips für Ausflüge und Restaurants. Unser Urlaub war wunderschön! Wir werden gerne wieder kommen!
Sybille M.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marion M.
Jul 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The house was perfect for a family of four. Very well equiped ( my son loved the Xbox). The pool and court were perfect to chill and the house is very well placed to visit the region.
But what we enjoyed the most was the welcome from Eva : she was the most perfect host we ever had! She prepared a meal for the day we arrived, the fridge was full of good things to eat and she gave us a lot of tips to visit !
Encore un grand merci pour cette superbe semaine dans cette belle maison
Marion M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Magnus B.
Nov 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Easy and relaxing
Magnus B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Walter J.
Jul 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Tolles Haus mit Pool
Wir haben den Aufenthalt in vollen Zügen genossen. Der Empfang von Eva war äusserst herzlich. Sogar Lebensmittel waren schon da sodass wir bereits den ersten Tag voll geniessen konnten!
Das Haus ist geräumig, ausgestattet mit allem was man braucht und sehr schön gelegen. Der Aussenbereich ist sehr gross und der Pool ist einfach der Wahnsinn! Zwei Mal die Woche wurde das Haus gereinigt - toller Service! Das Internet ist schnell genug um zu Streamen.
Hinter dem Haus ist eine weitere Villa. Trotzdem fühlt man sich als wäre man alleine inmitten der schönen Natur Kretas - es ist sehr ruhig.
Eva hat uns mit vielen Tipps bzgl. Restaurants und Stränden versorgt. So haben wir bereits am ersten Badetag unseren Traumstrand gefunden: Bali, ca. 25 Autominuten entfernt.
Danke nochmals für den tollen Urlaub. Wir konnten uns sehr gut erholen und die Insel erkunden!
Walter J.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Traveled with group
Sep 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Adresse à connaître
Villa très agréable
Accueil plus que chaleureux
Cadeaux de bienvenue, spécialités locales à l’arrivee
Super adresse
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Andreas A.
Aug 13, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Urlaub Villa Althaea
Sehr schöne Ferienwohnung, sehr sauber, toller Pool, Meerblick.
Ansprechpartnerin sehr zuvorkommend und extrem bemüht, dass die Gäste einen schönen Aufenthalt haben. Besser geht nicht!
Andreas A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Fany P.
Sep 15, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon séjour près de Réthymnon
Nous avons passé une excellente semaine dans la villa Althaea qui dispose de tout le confort possible et d’une vue imprenable sur les hauteurs de Réthymnon. Le seul bémol est son emplacement en bord de route mais cela n’a en aucun cas nuit à notre tranquillité (prévoyez éventuellement des boules Quies la nuit pour les plus sensibles au bruit).
La propriétaire est vraiment adorable, aux petits soins et disponible. Ses conseils se sont avérés très précieux.
Nous gardons de magnifiques souvenirs de notre séjour et n’avons qu’un seul regret : avoir dû rentrer !