Deep in the Cretan countryside, surrounded by rugged mountains, fragrant flowers and Mediterranean shrubbery, this rustic home makes the most of its rural setting. You don't often get views like this, so take a moment to appreciate the panoramas from the many terraces. Mornings call for coffee and fresh fruit – maybe even a mimosa if you're feeling fancy – before heading down to the plunge pool for a dip in the sunshine. Later on, as the day slowly comes to an end, get together for a barbecue and watch the stars pop out over the mountaintops.

Even inside, the scenery is front and centre, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows. With its vaulted timber ceilings and exposed stone walls, the living area feels like a great hall in the days of old – and the open-plan layout means you can chill out on the sofa, convene around the table and cook up a storm without missing a beat in the conversation. A separate office has worker bees covered, while the cosy and charming bedrooms are a restful retreat after a long afternoon. Our favourite bit? The telescope, which makes both birdwatching and stargazing a dream.

When you're ready to venture out and about, Rethymno is about 15 kilometres away – the Venetian harbour, 19th-century lighthouse, and traditional tavernas make it an ideal day trip. You're also a fifteen-minute drive from a sandy beach.
*Due to uneven ground, steps without railings and low walls on the terrace, this home isn't suitable for children under 12 years old
*The air conditioning is only in the bedrooms
*This is a remote area so you'll need a car – there's parking for up to four vehicles on-site
*Your host provides a welcome basket to make you feel at home
*Cleaning and linen changes are carried out once a week
*There's a tavern and cafe 1km away
*If you plan on working from home, there's a dedicated office as well as a desk in the living area
Accessible Parking
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Barbeque
Bathtub
Beach / Pool Towels
Black-Out Blinds
Blender
Board Games
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Central Heating
Changing Table
Cleaning Products
Cooking Essentials
Cot / Crib
Desk
Dishwasher
Dryer
Drying Rack
DVD Player
Espresso Machine
Extra Pillows and Blankets
Fenced Property
Fire Extinguisher
Fireplace
First Aid Kit
Free Parking On Premises
Free Parking On Street
Freezer
Fridge
Garden
Hair Dryer
Hangers
High Chair
Iron
Ironing Board
Kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen Utensils
Laundry Supplies
Microwave
Mosquito Net
Netflix
Outdoor Pool
Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Shower
Oven
Parking Available
Patio / Terrace
Pets Allowed
Pod Coffee Machine
Private Entrance
Private Pool
Safe
Satellite / Cable TV
Smoke Detector
Sound System
Stair Gates
Stove
Streaming Services
Sun Loungers / Beach Chairs
Sun Umbrellas
Swimming Pool
Toaster
TV
Washing Machine
Welcome Hamper
Wi-fi