Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Does Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Q: Is Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: How much is parking at Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Q: Where is Family villa Myrtia with heated pool, 2 minutes walking to local amenities located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Rethymnon Court House, University of Crete and Valide Sultana Mosque. Great Gate and Agios Frangiskos Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

10/10 Excellent

Laurence M.

3 Oct 2025

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We had an amazing two week stay in the Myrtia Villa accomodated by the most amazing host George who went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed the most of our time. The villa is exactly as pictured and described and had all the necessary amenities for a family visit. It is located on a private driveway with plenty of parking in the heart of the village.The village is small but has plenty of character and the old town of Rethimno and the beaches of Petres and Episkopi are a short car or bus journey. We opted for the heating in the pool and it ensured we could enjoy it throughout the stay no matter the weather. This is a gem of a property and host and we will be recommending to family and friends if they wish to visit Crete.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

4 Jun 2025

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Lovely villa, great location

We had a wonderful stay at Villa Myrtia. The villa is situated in a great location with all the amenities you need a short walk away and a short drive to the lovely city of Rethymno.The villa was delightful. Clean, with plenty of space and a fabulous pool. Thanks also to George and family for the generous food and excellent service. Will definitely come again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

13 Apr 2025

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Perfect

George, the property manager, was friendly, super helpful and always kept in touch. The villa was everything we hoped for— attractive, comfortable, family-friendly and clean. We feel lucky to have stayed there!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy P.

31 Jul 2025

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Fastastic week in great villa

We had a wonderful week in Villa Myrtia. The villa is situated in the middle of a small village with bakery, pizza restaurant and grocery stores just a short walk away. The drive to Rethymno is about 10 minutes and we went there a few times in the week. There are a lot of restaurants and bars in Rethymno with some superb fish restaurants on the harbour. The villa was cleaned throughout including fresh towels and sheets twice during our 10 day stay which was much appreciated. George and his family were very welcoming and were on call when we needed them.We would recommend the villa for a family as all of us had a great time.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

10 May 2025

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Great Villa & host

George communicates quickly before and during the stay. He made sure we were set then let us be. The villa was spotless and very well appointed. We didn’t cook or BBQ but it was available if we wanted to. Local amenities are super and trip to town short and easy. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

allison u.

13 Oct 2023

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Nice central villa

A clean and stylish villa in the centre of the town

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby Q.

13 Sept 2024

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Lovely villa

Lovely villa. Close to everything you need but still feels peaceful. Excellent facilities and well.managed. George was always available, without being intrusive. Nice not to be in a very touristy area. The only thing to be aware of is that you are some way from the (very nice) beaches, so need to drive.or take a bus.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie G.

14 Oct 2024

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The perfect place

We can’t thank George and his mother enough for making our stay in Crete more perfect. It is a beautiful villa, tranquil and relaxing and perfectly situated for exploring Crete. There are stores, bakeries and restaurants within easy walking distance. We chose to have George’s mother cook us dinner on our last night and it was amazing . Thank you George for quickly responding to all our questions and needs. We appreciated your suggestions and your help with the car rental.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

18 Aug 2023

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Mrs J Weide

We had a great stay! The villa is beautifully decorated, very clean & homely. It is nicely located in the middle of the village, so very easy to pop in & get supplies but also very quiet & private. The hosts are very attentive & helpful! The homemade goodies are delicious thank you! It is easy to drive or catch a bus into the main town. The house is fully kitted out with everything needed. My only suggestion would be for more storage in the bedrooms for clothes.

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

13 Jul 2024

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Excellent location

Stayed for two weeks and couldn’t fault it. George and his family were excellent hosts and made us feel welcome. The villa is located in the village with everything you need and a bus stop outside the villa entrance where you can buy your tickets from the local bakery. Up into the next village there are several restaurants and a pharmacy, you could walk up or jump on a bus. The bus also goes down to the harbour which is absolutely beautiful at night and has that Greek atmosphere which we loved. We also went on trips around the island where you can book at the harbour or ring from the villa where George left all the information you need. I would definitely go back again to this villa again

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni B.

25 May 2025

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Hidden gem

We have just returned home from a 10 day family holiday in Villa Myrtia. Having not visited the area before I booked this villa based on previous reviews and have certainly not been disappointed. From the very first contact I have found George and his family to be the best possible hosts. The communication has been outstanding. They genuinely couldn’t have been more helpful. We managed to lock ourselves out of the villa one night. I sent George a message and he responded immediately and we were back in the house within a couple of minutes. We had a wonderful meal, cooked by George’s mum, which they delivered to the villa. The food was delicious and plentiful!! Also outstanding value. The villa itself is absolutely beautiful. So peaceful. We took advantage of the large stone barbecue and had several during our stay. The beds are super comfy. The air con very effective. The place is spotlessly clean. The villa is situated perfectly. Right back off the street and yet so convenient for all the amenities. We have stayed in many, many self catering cottages and villas over the years and I can honestly say we have never received such outstanding care and attention. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this villa and plan to return to stay again. Thank you to George and his family for helping to make our holiday so special.

Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee K.

12 Sept 2024

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Great villa, super hosts and a handy location.

The villa was great for our party of 5. It had nearly everything we needed, only salt and pepper not provided where we thought it should be. The villa has been tastefully restored inside and out to a really good standard. Kitchen is equipped well. Lots of sun beds and seating outside. Georges mother made us a great meal to enjoy at the villa, would recommend this if you wanted a night in. The portions are huge so make sure you are hungry! Just to note the pool is all one depth at 1.5m and only has a ladder to get in and out which was a struggle for my elderly relatives. Also no handrail to get upstairs again only an issue if you have mobility problems. Wouldn’t be an issue for most people though. Finally if you are hiring a car I recommend a small one as it was a challenge to turn around at the end of the drive in our 7 seater. Overall we had a great holiday and George and his family were great hosts

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

7 Jun 2024

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A holiday to please everyone across 3 generations

Our host was there to meet us with sandwiches and supper when we arrived at 11:00pm after a delayed flight. A kind thought and very welcome. Well maintained inside and out. While eating breakfast we spotted a lizard on more than one occasion and late afternoon we would watch the swallows swooping over the pool. The 8 year olds were hardly ever out of the pool and looking forward to impressing their swimming teacher back in Manchester. The adults did join them too. Supermarkets within a short walk – well stocked with barbecue supplies. Convenient Pizza restaurant (eat-in and take away) within a few steps of the gate. Well equipped kitchen, reliable wi-fi and the younger members of our party were glad of the air-con in the bedrooms. Comfortable beds. Well planned sleeping arrangements so that the children slept in one room downstairs, while Mum & Dad had the en-suite room opposite, leaving Granny & Grandad peace and quiet in the upstairs double. Granny and Mum were impressed by Maria’s crafts workshop. Thank you for a most enjoyable holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derwyn W.

30 Sept 2024

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A wonderful oasis in village centre

We loved our 10 day stay at Villa Myrtia. It's conveniently situated in the heart of the Atsipopoulo village therefore close to a selection of supermarkets, cafe's, a bar and a few good restaurants, yet set off the road and therefore concealed from any village noise or activities. The villa is of traditional stone construction but with all modern facilities to ensure it's comfort, both inside and out. The pool area is lovely (we were staying in mid/late September therefore opted for pool heating, which was good for us but perhaps unnecessary in peak summer or should you not mind a bit of chill to the water). The village is very close to the larger town of Rethymno where you'll find quaint streets and plenty of bars/eateries. Atsipopoulo is only just over an hour's drive from either Chania or Heraklion airports (and both cities are worth a visit!). Also, near Heraklion, is the famous ancient Knossos which we enjoyed visiting. We also had a day crossing the mountains for a visit to the south of the island, which is also recommended. Crete, as with many other Greek Islands, has it's fair share of stray cats but we loved having our 'very own' cat + 2 young kittens who were regular visitors to the villa and kept us entertained (in return for us keeping them nourished no doubt!). Since our initial booking, communication with George was always prompt and polite. We would love the opportunity to return to this lovely villa sometime in the future. Thank you so much!

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Sept 2023

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Family holiday

Communication with George was very easy and prompt from the start and throughout. This is a small family business and is well organised with personal touches and attention to detail. The family quite rightly take great pride in sharing their lovely villas which although located in a village , are tucked away and very quiet and private. The villa was very clean and well equipped. We loved the pool and well shaded outside eating area . Plenty of sunbeds with shades . The village has everything you could need from a well stocked supermarket , gelateria, bakery , pizza and coffee shops and a few traditional tavernas serving good food. The square in front of the church is a lovely setting . We did find it useful to have a car to explore the island and pop to restaurants down by the sea ( Taverna Galleria was good ) and into Rethymno town. The fortress is definitely worth a visit as well as the harbour area. We also enjoyed Kouras Lake , Preveli Beach and Georgioupolis. The scenery is fabulous especially travelling South through canyons and gorges. George and his mother were very kind and hospitable. We had a very warm welcome despite arriving late because of flight delays . We really loved our stay. A week was not long enough. We would highly recommend the lovely villa Myrtia.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johan v.

28 Aug 2023

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Villa Myrtia is the place to stay on Crete!

We booked villa Myrtia after having stayed in other villa's for the 5 previous summer holidays on Crete. The bar was set high because we rated our stay at the other villa's already with very good to excellent. Villa Myrtia ended up as being our favorite one so far. The 5 star rating is so well-deserved. First of all it was to convenient and easy to communicate with the owner (George) before we arrived. The information and service provided was spot on and pleasant. The villa itself was clean, spacious and felt warm. The pool area was amazing and we spent many, many hours relaxing there. Also the location of the villa is very convenient. Lot's of coffee bars are only a short distance away, as well as the supermarket and some restaurants. (We can really recommend the pizzeria) Also Rethymno is just a 15 min drive. The service (regular cleaning of the house and pool) provided by George and his family was just excellent. His mom and sister prepared an amazing and tasteful breakfast for us and the mother of George also made 2 delicious desserts for us. The villa premises was also base camp for a ginger cat and her 4 ginger kittens. Being the animal/cat lovers we are we took good care of them and we hope future guests will do the same. We are really impressed how well George, his mom and sister manage the 3 villa's they own. We well definitively be back.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

28 Jul 2023

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Well located, modern villa and attentive, helpful hosts

Right from when we booked I was impressed with the friendly, prompt communication from the host. George was able to supply us with useful information ahead of our trip, and this ensured we were ready to relax from the start of the holiday. The villa was easy to locate from instructions, we arrived in two hire cars from Chania and there was ample parking for both cars at the rear of the property. The house was modern, clean and cool inside. We had the air con on in the bedrooms each night but it didn't need to be too low (or else it got too cold!). There are three showers so plenty to go round and we didn't run out of hot water! All the appliances worked fine - having a washing machine was great and meant we could travel a bit lighter. You'll need your own beach towels, but George and Mary supply pool and bathroom towels. Atsipopolou is a cute village and it was handy having the supermarket and a choice of places to eat close by. There is some noise from motorbikes (delivery drivers) out on the road, but it didn't bother us - in fact our granddaughter at 13 months was fascinated by them! We walked up to the village centre for dinner a couple of times, plus went to Prine up the hill and into Rethymno a few times. One night, Mary made us dinner of Gemitsa (veg stuffed with rice) and Giouvetsi (slow cooked beef with orzo) - absolutely delicious! The pool was kept very clean and we loved the birds (martins) swooping around. Altogether a fun, relaxing family holiday. Recommend!

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharina E.

26 Oct 2024

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it was a beautiful stay in Villa Myrtia

it was a beautiful stay!!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

11 Jun 2025

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This place was absolutely amazing! The pictures are true as shown. It is a beautiful home and the family is amazing and very welcoming. George was fantastic during the entire process. Had an answer for everything and a guy to help you with whatever you needed. The house was beautiful inside, very clean, comfortable with air conditioning as needed and great showers! Highly recommend the home cooked delivered meal option as it was absolutely amazing. Not only was it delicious the presentation the warmth and sincerity was just lovely. You felt very welcomed into their family. This is their family business that runs like you are part of their family unique experience. The town is quaint and local with options of food and coffee close by, but don’t be afraid to adventure out. We cannot wait to come back to this beautiful home thank you George and your family!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunice B.

28 May 2023

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Villa Myrtia May 23

Excellent villa, pool and location. We liked that we could walk to the local shops and tavernas. Everything was clean and ready on arrival and refreshed half way through the week which was lovely. Our grandchildren spent many hours in the pool! Overall an excellent stay including the gifts from George and his mother. We would highly recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

25 Jun 2023

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What a special villa

The villa is in the middle of the village, next door to a bakery/coffee shop. There’s a bar on the other side. A good supermarket is <5 mins walk away. More supermarkets, butchers are a short drive away. When in the villa you wouldn’t know there’s a bustling village just metres away, as it’s v quiet.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghann K.

29 Jun 2023

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Beautiful villa, wonderful hosts, family friendly!

Our family of four had a wonderful stay at Villa Myrtia. The villa itself has a comfortable four bedrooms with a nicely equipped kitchen and shared living space. It has all the modern amenities and the grounds are lovely - a beautiful pool and lounge area, bbq, plus large balcony perfect for having morning coffee or evening wine. The Villa is a two minute walk to bakeries, restaurants and grocery stores. George met us at 2 am as our flight was delayed and his mother made us sandwiches and a pie so we could have something to eat if we were hungry. George’s mother makes incredible food and she prepared a meal for our family the last night of our stay. It was one of our favorite meals in Greece, I highly recommend having her prepare food. They were wonderful hosts and shared all the best spots to eat and visit during our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgina G.

23 Jul 2023

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Beautiful, well appointed villa in a great location for families with teenagers/young adults

Having read previous reviews, our expectations were high and we weren’t disappointed. We were a group of six - my husband and I and four late teen/adult children. I was after a villa that would provide a cool, comfortable and welcoming base for us as we explored Rethymno. I can only repeat what other reviewers have said - the villla was terrific. We also wanted to be located somewhere that would be easy for everyone to experience a bit of local life outside of the tourist traps - buying food from the local shops, taking the bus to and from Rethymno, having a coffee in one of several coffee shops and watching the neighbourhood. For this, the location was brilliant. George also helped to arrange a day trip to Samaria Gorge which was a highlight of our entire trip to Greece.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

19 May 2023

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Lovely villa with the personal touch from the owners!

Just returned from staying at Villa Myrtia. The villa is spacious & spotlessly clean. George was there to greet us on arrival with Raki and a type of pie his mother had made. He was very helpful and arrives quickly to help if there are any problems. There is everything you could need for your stay locally within the village. We did not hire a car as we just wanted a chilled out week, however it was very easy to buy a bus ticket from the bakery near the villa to go into Retymno where there are lots of tourist type shops and many restaurants. We also ate locally where the choice of food is less but beautifully cooked! George brought a dessert midweek, also made by his mother and even a parting gift made by his sister, which was much appreciated. All in all we had a great stay! Excellent.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

13 Jun 2015

Exceptional Villa

Wow! We recently stayed at the Villa Myrtia for 5 days. We had a group of 6 friends traveling together. The Villa was spectacular! Our ferry was late arriving in Herekulion and we also had a mix up with the rental car at the port. This caused us to arrive much later than anticipated. George met us at the gate of the villa at midnight to get us all settled in. George and his mother Mary were such gracious hosts. George was always available to help with whatever was needed and worked very hard to keep the property looking great. Mary prepared a special dessert for us! We loved the location of the villa. It is located in a small village called Atsipopoulo. Easy walking distance to taverna, bakery, grocery and ATM (cash machine). Also very easy access to highway for sightseeing.

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