Title: The quintessential Cretan villa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The quintessential Cretan villa Villa in Mylopotamos with private pool and kitchen ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49040000/49036300/49036248/cbd7cabc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49040000/49036300/49036248/e08423e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49040000/49036300/49036248/0575cbc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49040000/49036300/49036248/29b60cde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49040000/49036300/49036248/fd397ddf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in Kato Tripodo village, Villa Aspa offers a tranquil retreat with its beautifully restored architecture and charming old-world furnishings. Guests can unwind by the large rectangular swimming pool or enjoy mountain vistas from the upstairs sun terrace. The villa features a comfortable living room with an open fireplace, spacious dining room, well-equipped kitchenette, WiFi connectivity throughout and modern conveniences like TV and heating. ### Entire home 3 bedroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Parking available - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The quintessential Cretan villa Villa Aspa is located in Kato Tripodo village. It was originally built towards the end of the last century, and has been lovingly restored in recent years by the owners, to show the natural materials to their best advantage. Any lovers of architecture will appreciate the unusual features of the house and the sensitive way it has been renovated. The superb large rectangular swimming pool is beautifully positioned at the front of the villa, and the pool side terraces offer comfortable garden furniture, and tranquil vistas. The 180sqm villa, which is suitable for 6 people, is tastefully furnished with much old world charm. On the ground floor there is a comfortable large living room, beamed ceilings and a big open corner fireplace. Further there is a delightful spacious dining room and a well equipped large kitchenette. There are three bedrooms, one which is situated downstairs and has a double bed, and the other two bedrooms, both of which have twin beds, are situated on the first floor. There is one downstairs bathroom/WC, as well as modern conveniences including WiFi, telephone, TV, and heating (at an extra charge). From the large upstairs sun terrace you have wonderful mountain vistas and can look all the way down to the sea. In the outside storeroom, there are 4 mountain bikes for the use of guests, as the local countryside is suitable for biking or walking. Swimming pool season starts on the 1st of May. Central heating is available for an extra cost, depending on the guests usage. Guests can also use the fireplace responsibly. Villa Aspa offers cleaning service (upon guest request) and change of linen & towels once a week. The guests in general, should respect the property and have to be careful with its valuable items such as art sculptures, antiques etc. They should also be kind to the surrounding natural scenery. Parents should keep an eye on children. Pets are allowed on prior request. Smoking is allowed outdoors only. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains ### Things to do - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,938 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104200000/104194400/104194372/74bfcf44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anelia Serene Villa 500 m from the beach! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property The Quintessential Cretan The Quintessential Cretan Villa Villa The Quintessential Cretan Villa Mylopotamos The Quintessential Cretan Villa Villa Mylopotamos ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.33625%2C24.68219&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SeR3TzJ1RlkVcTzbi2SykBLzw_A=) Rethymno, Crete #### What's nearby - Museum of Ancient Eleutherna - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - Eleutherna - 10 min drive - 3.1 miles - Arkadi Monastery - 13 min drive - 7.8 miles - Spilies Beach - 17 min drive - 8.5 miles - Rethimno Kart - 21 min drive - 12.8 miles #### Getting around - Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 71 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bro Café - ‬6 min drive - ‪Χαρούπι & Ελιά - ‬13 min drive - ‪Cafe Ciao - ‬15 min drive - ‪Zeno Lobby Bar - ‬18 min drive - ‪ΘΡΑΚΑ στο Περαμα (Pizzeria-Grill) - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The quintessential Cretan villa have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is The quintessential Cretan villa pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The quintessential Cretan villa? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The quintessential Cretan villa? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The quintessential Cretan villa located? > Situated in the mountains, this villa is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Museum of Ancient Eleutherna and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Eleutherna. Reptisland and Melidoni Cave are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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