Title: Villa Rafaella Crete Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Villa Rafaella Crete Villa in Rethymno with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Villa Rafaella Crete ![Property grounds - Villa Rafaella Crete (Sfakaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102384700/102384663/b395d2cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Villa Rafaella Crete (Sfakaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102384700/102384663/58c8a8a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Villa Rafaella Crete (Sfakaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102384700/102384663/cc0bf884.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Villa Rafaella Crete (Sfakaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102384700/102384663/f807af35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Villa Rafaella Crete (Sfakaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102384700/102384663/2e16dd0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Villa Rafaella is set in paradise, surrounded by sun, sea and sand. From the poolside admire the view where clouds meet mountains or relax on a sun lounger under palm trees. The villa offers four air-conditioned bedrooms, two bathrooms and a modern kitchen for self-catering convenience. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - 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. ### Villa Rafaella Crete With the sandy Sfakaki beach just a short walk away, Villa Rafaella is set in paradise surrounded by sun, sea, and sand. From the poolside, admire the view where the clouds meet the mountains. Surrounded by green shrubs and tropical flora, the private swimming pool takes centre stage among the landscaped garden. As you cool off in the inviting water, relax on the sun lounger, or seek shade under the palm trees. Under the shaded terrace, you can enjoy a morning brew, a mid-day snack and a family feast fired up on the barbeque in the alfresco dining area. Offering its guests four air-conditioned bedrooms and two bathrooms, this villa comfortably accommodates up to eight guests. A modern, fully equipped kitchen has everything families and friends may need during a self-catering holiday. The living room seamlessly takes you from day to night with large patio doors that let the natural light flood through, Wi-Fi, satellite TV and cosy sofas. The large dining table is great for bringing the family together after a day spent under the hot sun. Nearby, there are plenty of restaurants, cafes, and fish tavernas to be found by the sea. A little further out, there are many top island attractions to explore. Mobility statement - To access the villa there is a path which is 200cm wide alongside 4 steps. The front door has a width of 90cm, whilst the door to the terrace is 200cm wide. The path to the poolside is 100cm wide, whilst there are 5 steps from the main house to the pool area. The terrace is a mixture of crazy paving, tiles and grass. Inside, there is a single step down to the lounge from the kitchen area. There are no ground-floor bedrooms/bathrooms. The door into the kitchen/lounge is 200cm wide. There are 18 steps to the first floor. \*Please note that although every effort has been made to ensure the information provided is accurate, errors can occur and if you need to find out more specific information about the villa, please do not hesitate to contact us Pets - not allowed Smoking - not allowed Arrival instructions will be emailed to you upon confirmation of your booking ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103480000/103472500/103472472/d9ceb4cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walking distance to Beach, Heated Pool & Rooftop Hot Tub! 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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 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 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 1041K91003027801 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 ### Property is also known as 3754489 ## About the area Located in Rethymno, this villa is in the mountains. Platanes Beach and Spilies Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rethimno Kart and Paleontological Museum. [Visit our Rethymno travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno.dx182119) [View more Villas in Rethymno](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Villas.d182119-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%7C35.37682%2C24.58124&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nJ9WRPg-mi5WZM4_cAPN7Zv8qWA=) Sfakaki ### What's nearby - ![Greece, Greek Islands, Crete, Rethymnon, fishing harbour and boats](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062173/2ca70744-9c75-4bcd-ab6d-a57204456083.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rethymnon Venetian Port 12 min drive \- 7.6 miles - ![Aerial drone photo of famous Venetian fortified islet of Souda featuring small chapel of Agios Nikolaos, Chania, Crete island, Greece](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6278302/d4eb882d-de8b-44f5-9ef7-6a0c70b22580.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Port of Souda 61 min drive \- 44.8 miles - Rethimno Kart 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Town Beach 8 min drive \- 5.2 miles - Georgioupolis Beach 28 min drive \- 20.3 miles ### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) 76 min drive ### Restaurants - The Coffee Stop 14 min walk - Levantes 3 min drive - Taverna "Calamies 3 min drive - Ακρογιάλι (Akrogiali) 17 min walk - Romeo&Juliet Meze Bar 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Rafaella Crete have a pool? ### Is Villa Rafaella Crete pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Villa Rafaella Crete? ### What time is check-in at Villa Rafaella Crete? ### What time is check-out at Villa Rafaella Crete? ### Where is Villa Rafaella Crete located? ## Have a question? 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