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# Rural Residence

A peaceful getaway in an olive grove and vegetable garden, where travelers can relax on a sun terrace while taking in magnificent views of the sea

## Photo gallery for Rural Residence

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- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

Rural Residence sits in the charming Skouloufia village with views overlooking the Sea of Crete. Guests enjoy the sun terrace, prepare meals in the village-style barbecue area, and can make the 18 km trip to explore Rethymno city during their stay.

## Popular amenities

- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking available

£106

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23 Dec - 24 Dec

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## About the area

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Σκουλούφια

#### What's nearby

- Museum of Ancient Eleutherna \- 6 min drive \- 2.6 miles
- Arkadi Monastery \- 8 min drive \- 4.0 miles
- Sacred Monastery of Arkadi \- 8 min drive \- 4.0 miles
- Eleutherna \- 9 min drive \- 2.2 miles
- Rethimno Kart \- 14 min drive \- 8.5 miles

#### Getting around

- Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 77 min drive

#### Restaurants

- ‪Bro Café - ‬10 min drive
- ‪Zeno Lobby Bar - ‬16 min drive
- ‪Cafe Ciao - ‬13 min drive
- ‪Creta Royal Lounge Bar - ‬12 min drive
- ‪ΘΡΑΚΑ στο Περαμα (Pizzeria-Grill) - ‬14 min drive

## About this property

### Rural Residence

Property highlights 

 Rural Residence provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 

More conveniences in all rooms include: 

- Bathrooms with showers

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## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Onsite parking includes off-street options

### Outdoors

- Garden
- Terrace

### More

- Designated smoking areas

## Room amenities

### Bathroom

- Shower

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

### 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

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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

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 00001159517

### 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

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