Title: Anna Maria Villa, Private pool, Whirlpool, Ping Pong, 5' to sandy beach & shops 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 # Anna Maria Villa, Private pool, Whirlpool, Ping Pong, 5' to sandy beach & shops Family-friendly villa with water park and outdoor pool ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33647100/33647013/c810668f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33647100/33647013/3f65017e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33647100/33647013/f501c0ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33647100/33647013/b29ba43a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33647100/33647013/1be64086.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the Cretan countryside, Villa Anna Maria offers a peaceful retreat with fantastic sea views. Enjoy relaxing afternoons on the ample tile paved terrace around the 25m2 private swimming pool or unwind in an outdoor whirlpool. The villa's spacious areas feature tasteful furnishings, a premium kitchen and modern amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71184 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Anna Maria Villa, Private pool, Whirlpool, Ping Pong, 5' to sandy beach & shops The Private Retreat, is part of an Elite group of ThinkVilla bespoke stays, where hand-picked exceptional properties of outstanding 24/7 service, incredible tailored experiences and unique cultural charm await to inspire you. The Villa has been certified with the Seal of Approval, a 300’ Criteria Rating, for the unique design, innovation, individual quality & inspiring offerings only with ThinkVilla. Villa Anna Maria is a charming split-level property set in a prime position within the cretan countryside, yet just 3km from Geropotamos Beach on the North coastline of Crete. Its spacious areas and fantastic sea views will satisfy every guest, looking for a peaceful vacation! The Villa is within a short ride of just 5 minutes you have easy access to a a beautiful sandy beach, as well as a variety of shops for your every day needs, such as mini market, cafe, bakeries and tavernas! Also, upon arrangement with the owner, food delivery is also possible! The famous Museum and archaeological site of Ancient Eleutherna, as well as the picturesque village of Margarites, known for its ceramics, are in close proximity and definitely worth visiting. The Villa has also beed awarded for the services , as well as the high quality accommodation provided. Layout Exterior The 350 m2 exterior space of Villa Anna Maria promises a perfectly relaxing and rejuvenating stay. Sit with a cool drink while sun bathing at the comfortable, wooden sun loungers on the ample tile paved terrace, around the pool. Go for a refreshing swim in the 25m2 private swimming pool 1.5 meters deep or head to the outdoor whirlpool(not heated), right next to it! The pool terrace is also equipped with umbrellas and an outdoor shower for your outmost comfort and ease. If the summer sun it’s too hot for you, you’ll find comfort in the shaded pergola just a few steps away! The terrace also features an outdoor sitting area and a lovely bamboo hanging chair for lazy afternoons on a wonderful lan covered area. To make things even better, the whole exterior space boasts magnificent sea views and it also overlooks the stunning landscape…small hills, mountains, trees and olive groves! BBQ facilities, an outdoor dining table for the whole family and an outdoor sink are can also be found by the pool, so you can practice your cooking skills and make advantage of the opportunity to try al fresco dining in a unique environment! Of course, our young guests have also been taken into consideration! A variety of activities, including a children’s playground, table tennis, soccer table, as well as a playstation game console and a free wi-fi internet connection are at their disposal and ensure long hours of fun! Villa Anna Maria is also a baby friendly Villa: a baby cot, high chair, stair gates and baby equipment can be provided upon request. Interior Ground Floor On this level of Villa Anna Maria, as you enter through the main door, you will come across a modernly decorated, open-concept great room, consisted of the living and dining areas, providing direct access to the pool terrace and BBQ facilities. If you’d like a home-cooked meal, the premium kitchen includes a plethora of appliances, that will make this an easy task. Furthermore, one double bedroom and a bathroom with shower cabin can be found on the ground floor. Tasteful furnishings done in neutral tones where used in all rooms, creating a relaxing ambience. First floor The remaining two bedrooms are located on the upper floor and feature two single beds each. In one of the twin bedrooms, the single beds can be joined together to form double king sized beds, if desired. The Villa can accommodate up to 7 guests in total. Both bedrooms have access to the shaded balcony, overlooking the pool area and equipped with an extra siting / dining area. The balcony also enjoy superb views of the whole surrounding area…a unique spot for your afternoon cup of coffee! Finally, the two bedrooms share a family bathroom with a bathtub. Property Notes: \- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner. \- Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included. \- Air conditioning units serve heating purposes. \- Quality towels, pool towels, linens, covers and blankets provided. \- Pets are allowed with prior notice. \- Housekeeping, towels and linen changes once per week. \- Pool and garden cleaning once per week. \- Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the Villa. \- There’s free parking space in outside the Villa. \- All in-house electronics are available, including a 43’ smart flat-screen TV with satellite reception, DVD player, dishwasher, large fridge with freezer, electric stove, kettle, toaster, microwave, espresso machine (ground coffee), hair dryer, food processor, washing machine, iron and iron board. Cooking and cleaning utensils are also provided. \- Fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, fire blanket and a first aid kit also provided. \- 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included. \- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November) Villa Anna Maria is located close to the village of Aggeliana, 5 minutes away by car, where guests can find a super markets taverna a cafe as well as a bakery. The sandy beaches of Geropotamos are just 5 minutes away from the villa by car. Panormo, is a friendly sea side village, just 10 minutes away by car and well known for its sandy beaches. The two main beaches are Limanaki and Limni. Both of them are sandy with clear blue water and ideal for kids, as they are shallow and well protected from winds. The beaches are organised and equipped with sun beds & umbrellas. Water sports are also available. The harbour beach in front of the village is the port of the area, where the boats tie up, this beach is unorganised. The village has all the facilities and amenities one would need : well-stocked mini-markets, post office, pharmacy, a doctor’s office, a butcher's shop, bakery (hot, fresh bread every morning from 9 am), various gift shops and traditional seaside shops at very reasonable prices. Further, there is a good selection of cafes and excellent traditional tavernas, overlooking the harbour and the sea, which offer a warm welcome and a beautiful setting to enjoy some traditional Cretan food, fish as well as international dishes. Panormo has regular bus itineraries every 30 minutes that connects Heraklion and Chania cities. Distances to Important Locations Mini market, Taverna, Cafe & Bakery: Aggeliana village, 3 km Geropotamos Beach & Taverna: 3 km Rethymno Port & Town: 19,5 km Heraklion International Airport: 64,8 km Chania International Airport: 86,7 km ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool - Pool loungers - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels - Games - Video game console - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking only allowed outdoors ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Foosball table - Table tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,184 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33930000/33921900/33921883/ad5f170b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Angelina Villa, Superb sea views, 5' to sandy beach & shops, whirlpool Rethymno - Sea view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 51 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33921883&PinnedHotelID=33921883&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34740000/34735100/34735057/95fa1eee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Modern Villa with Pool and Amazing View! 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 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 10 kg per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Pets allowed upon request & Pet Agreement required ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Supervision of children is your responsibility ### Events No events allowed Upon request & availability ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking only allowed outdoors ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Note from host: Upon request & availability 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 Property Registration Number 1041Κ91002974801 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Villa Anna Maria Jacuzzi Ping Pong 5' Sandy Beach Shops Rethymno Villa Anna Maria Jacuzzi Ping Pong 5' Sandy Beach Shops Anna Maria Jacuzzi Ping Pong 5' Sandy Beach Shops Rethymno Villa Anna Maria Jacuzzi Ping Pong 5' Sandy Beach Shops Rethymno Villa Anna Maria Jacuzzi Ping Pong 5' Sandy Beach Shops Anna Maria Jacuzzi Ping Pong 5' Sandy Beach Shops Rethymno ## About the area Located in Mylopotamos, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Rethimno Kart and Horse Park Rethymno are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Reptisland and Paleontological Museum. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Mylopotamos travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos.dx6143288) [View more Villas in Mylopotamos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Villas.d6143288-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.40079%2C24.66386&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2VxHPp_N2zisfW3EtXJTpp5I_kQ=) Rethymno, Crete ### What's nearby - Spilies Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles - Limni Beach - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles - Rethimno Kart - 14 min drive - 8.5 miles - Melidoni Cave - 14 min drive - 6.9 miles - Platanes Beach - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles ### Getting around - Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 61 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bro Café - ‬5 min drive - ‪Thalassa Mediterranean Restaurant - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cafe Ciao - ‬5 min drive - ‪Creta Marine Saloni Lobby Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Vegghera Cretan Tavern - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Anna Maria Villa, Private pool, Whirlpool, Ping Pong, 5' to sandy beach & shops have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Anna Maria Villa, Private pool, Whirlpool, Ping Pong, 5' to sandy beach & shops pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Anna Maria Villa, Private pool, Whirlpool, Ping Pong, 5' to sandy beach & shops? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Anna Maria Villa, Private pool, Whirlpool, Ping Pong, 5' to sandy beach & shops? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Anna Maria Villa, Private pool, Whirlpool, Ping Pong, 5' to sandy beach & shops located? > This family-friendly Mylopotamos villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Geropotamos Beach, Spilies Beach and Church of Agios Yiorgos. Sfagia Beach and Limni Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Anna Maria Villa, Private pool, Whirlpool, Ping Pong, 5' to sandy beach & shops Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kc H. 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home away from home We had a lovely stay at this villa. It was clean, bright and provided so many amenities that many rentals do not provide which causes inconvenience. Such a helpful host! ##### Kc H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David G. 6 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice villa in a good location Good villa with great pool. Only 25 minutes from rethymno. Panormos is only 15 mins away for eating out at several tavernas. South Coast beaches are about an hours drive. ##### David G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen E., Los Angeles, California 18 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Outdoor Space and very nice Villa The villa was excellent in central area to see all of Crete. The pool area is wonderful with Sea view. The owner was very nice and helpful leaving lots of goodies for us. Eggs, bread, olive oil, wine and other goodies. The villa and Crete are both wonderful. ##### Kathleen E. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorraine M. 16 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic We had an amazing holiday and loved the villa. the pool was perfect and we used it every day . The host Anna was superb and left some provisions and cleaning products which made life easier. The clean while we were there was an added bonus. Loved the fabulous nearby bakery for breakfast. ##### Lorraine M. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### rachel m. 23 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer 2023 Fantastic family villa holiday. The property manager Valia was so helpful and Villa itself spotless. A car is essential. ##### rachel m. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ramesh W. 4 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The home from home we crave. The villa is exactly as seen, with a most hospitable welcome complete with fresh eggs, homemade olive oil and basic needs on arrival. Our host could not have made our holiday more comfortable, please note the nearby village is equally amenable. Rethymnon Centre is well worth a visit but more so don't miss Chania with its picturesque ports, whichever way you will enjoy! ##### Ramesh W. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel G. 5 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely villa We had an amazing time at this villa. The pool and outdoor spa were lovely at the end of our daily adventures. Anna Maria was very accommodating and friendly. Crete is a wonderful place to visit, and this villa’s central location made it easy to see a lot of the island. Nearby Melidoni was a really nice day trip, because we got to learn a lot about Cretan culture through a variety of attractions. (Olive oil, honey, Melidoni Cave, reptile world) We loved our stay! ##### Rachel G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Elizabeth Law B. 25 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Family holiday Overall, Nice property although disappointingly smaller than in the photographs. Good points - excellent host and welcome. Very clean. Not so good - much smaller than appears in photographs, very hard beds. ##### Elizabeth Law B. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jade C. 27 Jul 2017 #### Lovely villa, peaceful location, great host We visited Villa Anna Maria for two weeks as a family (4 adults, 2 children) and it was a great holiday. Our host was fantastic, meeting us at the villa on the evening that we arrived and she even cooked a couple of meals for us during our time there - yum. The villa was clean and very modern, the owners also ensured the pool and jacuzzi were spotless. If you are looking for a villa in a peaceful location then this is the place for you, with great restaurants in nearby Panormos and just 20 mins drive to Rethymon. The sunset every night was truly stunning and you are in a great location to see it! ##### Jade C. Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael B. 5 Aug 2018 #### fantastic family villa 😍 Stayed at villa for 1 week with husband and 2 teenage girls and had the most relaxing, family time holiday. The interior/exterior is exactly as the photographs depict. We were welcomed by the owner Anna and had the unexpected surprise of a family meal which was cooked by her, which was delicious. Anna could not have been more welcoming. The pool/jacuzzi was clean and well maintained with the pool being cleaned twice during our stay.. as well as a fresh towels and bedding. We wanted a villa that was modern, away from the hustle and bustle of tourists, but within easy reach of amenities and this villa did exactly that. Car hire is essential due to the location and trips to shops/restaurants etc.. Only downside and this is very minor, is that the TV does not have any english speaking channels except for SKY news. We brought ipads etc so the teenagers could watch films etc they downloaded at night, but it also meant that they actually spent more time with us in the pool, playing ping pong (great outdoor facility provided) 👍🏻 It was also great having all the home from home facilities (dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, large fridge freezer, hairdryer, iron). One thing our girls loved was the jacuzzi bath. A lovely modern villa, great owner, fantastic views and just what we wanted for a relaxing holiday. ##### Rachael B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dianne g., loon op zand 16 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super! Heel fijn huis , lekker zwembad ! Goede locatie. ##### dianne g. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eline B. 19 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fijne plek Het huis is prachtig en precies zoals beschreven. Elke dag komt er iemand langs voor het zwembad en elke 4 dagen wordt het gehele verblijf schoongemaakt. Erg luxe. Helaas was het weer slecht tijdens ons verblijf en daardoor het zwembad te koud. Het strand is 15 min rijden en op 5 min rijden is een klein dorpje met een goeie koffie zaak en kleine supermarkt. ##### Eline B. Stayed 11 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ivonne H. 3 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### erster Familienurlaub auf Kreta Alles war wie beschrieben. Ein sehr herzlicher Empfang durch die Vermieterin. Wir haben die Woche sehr genossen und es war nicht unser letzter Urlaub auf Kreta. ##### Ivonne H. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke W. 11 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Villa in a quiet location. Fantastic Villa with everything you require. ##### Luke W. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim N. 10 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Holiday! We had such a fantastic time at Anna Maria villa. On arrival the owner came to greet us and answered our questions about the local area. There was also water, wine and food supplies already in the fridge. She was lovely. We connected her mid stay and she was again really helpful. The villa was exceptionally clean & well appointed. We have stayed in many villas but this was the first time that we have had a cleaner come in during our stay. Having clean sheets & towels and the the villa freshened up twice a week was very much appreciated. The outside areas are lovely with beautiful views to sea and the most gorgeous sunsets. Kids loved the table tennis competitions and the tiny frog visitors at night time. It’s a very peaceful location which is exactly what we wanted but hiring a car is a must if you want to explore the island a little. Perama is the closest village, a short drive away. It has a couple of smaller supermarkets and local shops. Ideal when you first arrive to get food essentials. Panormos is a lovely small coastal town with shops and restaurants over looking the sea. It also has a very small sandy beach but was quite busy. The best beach we found was Episkopi Beach. It’s around a 30 minute drive but a beautiful sandy beach and a very long stretch so we felt like we had the beach to ourselves. We took beach picnics, towels & brought a parasol but there is a handful of beach restaurants with sun beds for free if you buy food and drink from them. Rethymno is very lively. Loads of restaurants and shops. The Venetian harbour is a really lovely spot for dinner. Our favourite restaurant was Civitas which is on the main strip. Gorgeous food & great service. We hired a boat from the harbour & had a lovely early evening out at sea. We went to see the pirate caves and found the secret beach. We also visited Chania. We loved it. Lots of winding old streets, shops, restaurants & boutique hotels. My husband & I would like to return without the kids :-) The Melidoni caves are also worth a visit. For any mountain bikers, my husband hired a bike from Kreta bike. Organised it all via email prior to the holiday & they delivered & collected the bike from the villa. He loved exploring the beautiful hills! All in all we had a wonderful holiday! ##### Tim N. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian L. 11 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastische woning Een hele mooie vakantiewoning! Zeer schoon, hele vriendelijke behulpzame eigenaresse. Echt een aanrader. ##### Christian L. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerhard V. 17 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hoher Wohlfühlfaktor In der Villa Anna Maria muss man sich einfach wohlfühlen. Es fehlt an nichts, der Ausblick und die Ruhe sind traumhaft, und das Haus und der schöne Pool-Bereich laden dazu ein, einfach nur die Atmosphäre zu genießen. Die Kommunikation mit den Ansprechpartnern vor Ort klappt gut und für die Anreise ist sogar eine erste Willkommensaustattung im Kühlschrank bereit - es wurde wirklich an alles gedacht, was den Aufenthalt zu einem wirklich schönen Urlaub werden lässt. ##### Gerhard V. Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sascha H. 31 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wunderbarer Urlaub Wir hatten einen wunderbaren zweiwöchigen Urlaub in dieser tollen Villa. Man merkt schon, dass das Haus nicht mehr neu ist, nichtsdestotrotz ist das Objekt genauso wie auf den Fotos beschrieben. Der Pool ist erstklassig. Er ist sehr sauber und wird zweimal in der Woche gereinigt. Die Zimmer sind klein aber vollkommen ausreichend. Kleinere Mängel wurden sofort von Anna Maria (Besitzerin) nach Meldung repariert. Zudem war Anna Maria stets und dauerhaft erreichbar. Nach einem Stromausfall in der Region informierte sie uns gleich, dass das Problem von den Stromwerken sofort behoben werde. Ein Auto ist ein absolutes muss. Wir hatten mehrere tolle Abendessen im nahe gelegenen Panormos. Ein kleiner Supermarkt findet sich der Nähe. Allerdings ist auch hier ein Auto ein Muss! Wir sind insgesamt als siebenköpfige Familie inklusive zwei Schulkindern verreist. Der perfekte Ort für eine Familienreise! Vielen Dank für diesen schönen Urlaub! 100 % Weiterempfehlung Noch einige Empfehlungen für Ausflüge: Der zweite Strand in Bali wurde uns ans Herz gelegt. Er ist toll zum Baden, weil hier keinerlei Wellengang ist. Unsere Tochter hat hier das Schwimmen gelernt! Allerdings gibt es dort kleine beißende Fische. Wer einen Strand wie in der Karibik mit direkt angrenzender Taverne und kostenlosen Strandliegen inklusive Schirmen aus Stroh sucht, der muss unbedingt nach Lappa (vor Georgiopolus) fahren. Das befindet sich von der Villa aus circa 10 Minuten hinter Rethymnon. Episkopi Beach bzw golden Starfish! ##### Sascha H. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike R. 16 Jul 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Würden jederzeit wiederkommen Das Objekt entspricht zum allergrößten Teil den eingestellten Bildern, die Ausstattung - besonders in der Küche (Geschirr, Kochutensilien usw.), Kühlschrank mit genügend großen Eisfächern usw. ist sehr gut. Internet stabil und ausreichend schnell. WLAN für Smartphones (verschiedene Marken) im ersten Stock jedoch sehr schwach, im Erdgeschoss und Poolbereich einwandfrei. Tipp: Wir hatten via Notebook im Obergeschoß einen WLAN-Hotspot eingerichtet, da WLAN für Notebook (aufgrund der stärkeren Antenne gut war) und damit auch im Obergeschoss für die Smartphones ausreichend Empfang via des Hotspots. Die Grundreinigung bei Übergabe war insbesondere im Küchenbereich ausbaufähig gewesen. TV mit nahezu allen relevanten deutschen Sendern. Ansonsten netter, unkomplizierter Kontakt zur Agentur und der Gastgeberin. Wir haben insgesamt den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. ##### Mike R. Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert P. 11 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### TOP!!! Sehr zufrieden!!! Wir sind absolut zufrieden. Sehr sauber und eine gute Lage. Mit unserem Mietwagen konnten wir schnell alles erreichen- Klare Empfehlung von uns!!! ##### Robert P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jutta R. 25 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Aufenthalt Villa Anna Maria Wir waren im Oktober 2020 14 Tage als Familie mit drei Kindern in der Villa Anna Maria. Ein Mietwagen ist unbedingt erforderlich. Die Villa liegt in den Bergen mit Blick auf das Meer. Alles war super sauber und genau wie beschrieben. Wir hatten absolut unsere Privatsphäre. Als wir ankamen wurden wir von Anna Maria sehr freundlich empfangen und sie zeigte uns das Anwesen. Da sie mit ihrer Familie in der Nähe wohnt war jeglicher Kontakt völlig unkompliziert. Wir haben sehr schöne Tage verlebt und den Pool haben insbesondere unsere Kinder viel genutzt. Aufgrund der Corona Situation wurden nicht automatisch nach einer Woche die Bettwäsche und Handtücher gewechselt, aber eine weitere Garnitur war in der Wohnung hinterlegt und Handtücher für den Innen-und Aussenbereich waren reichlich vorhanden. Wir haben die Ruhe sehr genossen und empfehlen die Villa Anna Maria gerne weiter. Besonders nett fanden wir, dass wir zum Abschied 1 Flasche selbst produziertes Olivenöl geschenkt bekamen. ##### Jutta R. Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian M. 1 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kreta ist so toll Tolles Haus. Es war alles vorhanden. Der Ausblick war grandios. Etwas weit entfernt von allen Dingen, aber mit dem Auto ging es. Wir mussten aber auf abendliche Feiern verzichten, da immer einer fahren musste. Wer aber Ruhe mag, ist hier genau richtig. Insgesamt ein toller Urlaub auf einer wunderschönen Insel. ##### Christian M. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M., Aix en Provence 29 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Une semaine merveilleuse / A wonderful week La propriété est juste au top, belle piscine eau très chaudes c'est agréable pour se baigner, le vue depuis le jardin est imprenable, vous pourrez y voir le plus beau coucher de soleil de votre vie!!Tout est parfait à la villa Anna Maria l' extérieure est très fonctionnelle pour passer du bon temps dehors, la villa n'est pas en reste elle est très belle et agréable. Notre location de la villa reste un des points les plus positif de notre voyage parmis tant d'autres. Merci a Anna Maria pour nous avoir reçu, et également un grand merci à Valia elle est vraiment au petit soin pour les hôtes, malgré cette période compliquée avec le Covid, elle a été présente à tout moment pour nous rassurer et nous renseigner. Nous avons passé de très belle vacances merci. The property is right on top, beautiful pool very hot water it's nice to bathe, the view from the garden is stunning, you can see the most beautiful sunset of your life!! Everything is perfect at the Villa Anna Maria the outside is very functional to spend good time outside, the villa is not left out it is very beautiful and pleasant. Our villa rental remains one of the most positive points of our trip among so many others. Thanks to Anna Maria for receiving us, and also a big thank you to Valia she is really caring for the guests, despite this complicated period with the Covid, she was present at all times to reassure us and inform us. We had a great holiday thank you. ##### John M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fabian W. 2 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Richtig schön Sehr netter Kontakt schon vorher und super Service während der Zeit. Ein tolles Haus... ##### Fabian W. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stijn D. 14 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic It is highly recommended to stay in Villa Anna Maria! Everything was clean, the villa is great. Good communication with the owner And Valia as well! Thanks again! ##### Stijn D. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Akasha Beach Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Akasha-Beach-Hotel-Spa.h42396603.Hotel-Information) > > [Troulis Aparthotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Troulis-Aparthotel.h12475411.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-The-Royal-Senses-Resort-Spa-Crete.h42627090.Hotel-Information) > > [Bali Mare Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Bali-Mare-Village.h9613588.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsis Royal Mare](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Mitsis-Royal-Mare.h1181666.Hotel-Information) > > [Filion Suites Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Filion-Suites-Resort-Spa.h4016849.Hotel-Information) > > [The Island - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-The-Island-Adults-Only.h1789428.Hotel-Information) > > [Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Domes-Of-Elounda.h2497819.Hotel-Information) > > [Iberostar Selection Creta Marine](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Iberostar-Selection-Creta-Marine.h2893774.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsis Bali Paradise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Bali-Paradise-Hotel.h6057315.Hotel-Information) > > [Bali Beach Hotel & Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Bali-Beach-Hotel-Village.h7273315.Hotel-Information) > > [Minos Imperial Beach Resort Milatos Crete](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Beach-Resort-Milatos.h660214.Hotel-Information) > > [Acro Wellness Suites - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malevizi-Hotels-Acro-Wellness-Suites-Adults-Only.h42005805.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal & Imperial Belvedere Resort - All inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Royal-Imperial-Belvedere-Hotels.h1191451.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsis Selection Laguna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Mitsis-Laguna-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h4260878.Hotel-Information) > > [Senseana Sea Side Resort & Aquadventure - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Club-Marmara-Golden-Star.h4886851.Hotel-Information) > > [Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Platanias-Hotels-Euphoria-Resort-All-Inclusive.h21337972.Hotel-Information) > > [Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Grecotel-Marine-Palace-Aqua-Park.h3444165.Hotel-Information) > > [Rimondi Grand Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Rimondi-Grand-Resort-Spa.h4925255.Hotel-Information) > > [Iberostar Waves Creta Panorama & Mare](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Iberostar-Creta-Panorama-Mare.h2876532.Hotel-Information) > > [Creta Maris Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Creta-Maris-Resort-All-Inclusive.h541819.Hotel-Information) > > [Leptos Panorama Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chania-Hotels-Panorama.h691965.Hotel-Information) > > [NEMA Design Hotel & Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-NEMA-Design-Hotel-Spa.h12376062.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantica Kalliston Resort - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chania-Hotels-Atlantica-Kalliston-Resort-Adults-Only.h1627449.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Elounda Village Resort, Suites & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Tui-Blue-Elounda-Village-Resort-Spa-By-Aquila.h1119002.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Blue](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-The-Royal-Blue.h5377734.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantica Caldera Palace - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Atlantica-Caldera-Palace-All-Inclusive.h35181792.Hotel-Information) > > [Lyttos Mare](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Lyttos-Mare.h60611378.Hotel-Information) > > [Atali Grand Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mylopotamos-Hotels-Atali-Grand-All-Inclusive-Resort.h40068737.Hotel-Information) > > [Lyttos Beach - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Lyttos-Beach-All-Inclusive.h8077194.Hotel-Information)