Family Beachfront Villa w/Private Pool & Play Area

💖 Why Guests Love Villa Katerina
• Private Pool: A 50m² outdoor swimming pool with toys and sun loungers.
• Spacious Villa: A main house and three independent apartments, spread across 5 acres of lush land, offering privacy and flexibility for groups or families.
• Seafront Serenity: Perched in the peaceful village of Petres, guests enjoy direct access to the Cretan Sea.
• Versatile Accommodation: Air-conditioned bedrooms, fully equipped kitchenettes, and private patios, comfort in every step.

🏡 Discover Tranquil Cretan Escape at Villa Katerina

Villa Katerina, renovated in 2016, is nestled in seaside Petres village near Rethymno. Its expansive 5-acre property and combination of the main house and three separate apartments make it an ideal choice for groups of up to 15 guests, whether family gatherings, friends’ retreats, or special celebrations. With sea access, a private pool, and multiple outdoor lounge areas, Villa Katerina offers an authentic Cretan holiday with modern comforts in a serene setting.
🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout

Ground Floor

• Bedrooms: 3 private double bedrooms, each with a comfortable double bed, air-conditioning, and plenty of natural light from windows. Ideal for privacy and relaxation.
• Kitchenettes: 3 fully equipped kitchenettes, each with essential appliances and a small dining area, perfect for light cooking and casual meals.
• Bathrooms: 3 private bathrooms, each apartment with its own shower, stocked with basic amenities for a comfortable and convenient stay.

First Floor

• Bedrooms: 2 double bedrooms & 2 single bedrooms, all air-conditioned and designed for comfort, ideal for families or groups.
• Kitchen: A fully equipped shared kitchen, perfect for preparing meals together during your stay.
• Dining Area: A warm and welcoming dining space, ideal for group meals and shared moments.
• Living Room: Bright and cozy living area with comfortable seating, perfect for relaxing and socializing.
• Bathrooms: 1 bathroom with a bathtub & 1 bathroom with a shower, both equipped with modern amenities, including towels and hair dryers for your convenience.

🌴 Outdoor Living

The outdoor spaces at Villa Katerina are designed for relaxed Mediterranean living, perfect for both families and groups.

• Private Pool Area: 50m² private swimming pool with inflatable toys and a poolside air pump for added fun
• BBQ & Dining: Outdoor barbecue and shaded dining area, ideal for enjoying traditional Cretan meals al fresco
• Lounge Areas: Multiple comfortable seating spots for morning coffee, reading in the afternoon, or sunset drinks
• Children’s Play Area: Safe outdoor space designed for younger guests to enjoy
• Ping Pong Table: Great for friendly matches with family and friends
• Private Parking: On-site parking available for convenience and ease

📍 Peaceful Location – Petres

Villa Katerina is set in the tranquil village of Petres, offering a peaceful escape while remaining close to key amenities and attractions. Located just steps from a small private beach and nearby restaurants, the villa perfectly blends privacy, comfort, and convenience. Surrounded by olive groves and traditional Cretan landscapes, it’s an ideal base for exploring the island’s natural beauty and culture.

• Petres Village Center: 10.0 km
• Private Small Beach: Direct access in front of the villa
• Restaurants: 0.1 km (walking distance)
• Supermarket & Bakery: 3–5 km
• Rethymno General Hospital: 17 min drive
• Heraklion International Airport: 93.2 km
• Chania International Airport: 54.9 km

🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips

Ideally located for exploring both the north and south coasts of Crete, Villa Katerina offers easy access to some of the island’s most iconic destinations.

Local Highlights (20–50 Minutes):
• Rethymno Old Town: Venetian architecture, charming alleys, lively squares, and the historic Fortezza Fortress (20 min drive)
• Chania Old Town: Stunning Venetian harbor, colorful waterfront, and atmospheric old streets (45 min drive)
• Plakias: Relaxed seaside village with turquoise waters and traditional tavernas on the Libyan Sea (45 min drive)
• Arkadi Monastery: Historic monastery surrounded by olive groves and rich heritage (35 min drive)
• Lake Kournas: Crete’s only freshwater lake, ideal for swimming, paddle boating, and nature walks (20 min drive)
• Margarites Village & Ancient Eleftherna: Traditional pottery village and important archaeological site (35 min drive)


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🧳 Included Services

• Welcome Basket: Local Cretan treats upon arrival.
• Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen change every 3–4 days.
• 24/7 Support: Dedicated CreteVillas4U team assistance.

🌟 Premium Services (Available at Extra Cost)

• Private Chef, Wine Tasting, Beauty Treatments, or Personal Training.
• Car rentals, transfers, guided tours, sailing trips, and private boat rentals.
• Pre-Arrival Grocery Shopping: Stock your fridge before arrival.
• Babysitting and in-villa doctor on call.
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1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 15:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 11:00 on the Departure Date. But in any case if you wish to arrive earlier or depart later than the mentioned hours feel free to contact us and we will fulfill your request if the villa is available with no extra cost. If your arrival will be delayed, you must contact us so that alternative arrangements can be made. If you fail to do so you may not be able to gain access to the Property. If you fail to arrive by midday on the day after the Arrival Date and you have not contacted us, we may treat the booking as having been cancelled by you.

2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not enter the property or stay overnight in the property. Any kind of Party for more than the people staying in the property must be informed prior booking the villa, which in some cases it might not be accepted and if accepted extra charge might apply. In case you do so, we can refuse to hand over the Property to you, or can require you to leave. We will treat any of these circumstances as a cancelation of the booking by you and we shall be under no obligation to refund you for any fees already paid to us
in those circumstances. Any refund will be at our sole discretion

3. Every effort has been made to ensure that you have an enjoyable and memorable holiday. If however, you have any cause for complaint it is important that action is taken as soon as possible. It is essential that you contact us if any problem arises so that it can be speedily resolved. It is often extremely difficult (and sometimes impossible) for us to resolve difficulties properly unless we are promptly notified. In particular, complaints of a transient nature(example: electric power issues, warm water is out etc.) cannot possibly be investigated unless you will let us know as soon as possible whilst you are in residence.
Also after staying in the property for 48 hours and we have not received any message or email from you about any broken facilities/amenities in the property, we will hold the guest responsible for any damages caused and must be paid or replaced by the guest on spot.

4. Smoking is Not allowed in the properties so we request all of our guests not to smoke in the properties
but to smoke outside on the exterior areas such us by swimming pools, balconies, verandas, patios or terrace

5. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. Cleaning and linnen change is done every 3/4 days.
In case you wish for the villa to be cleaned more often, it’s possible for an extra charge.

6. Hot Tub: No children under the age of 5 permitted in hot tubs at any time without adult supervision. When using the hot tub, remember there is a certain health risk associated with this facility. Use at your own risk. Our housekeepers drain, sanitize, refill and replenish chemicals in all tubs prior to your arrival therefore it may not be warm until later that evening.

7. Pool: The pool is not covered, built to the standards of the Greek Tourism Organization EOT. Parents have full responsibility for supervision of their minor children No children under the age of 12 permitted the pool at any time without adult supervision. When using the pool, remember there is a certain health risk associated with this facility. Use at your own risk. Fenced pool is included in the price

8. Tenants agree to respect the property. In case of any damage that will be made, the tenants will have to pay the cost on the spot and before leaving the villa

9. The owner agrees to provide a clean home, cleaned just before the arrival of tenants.
Cleaning is done by us, changing towels and bed linen is included in the price.

11. The lead guest (the oldest member of the group) must be at least 21 years old.

12. Please respect the quiet hours from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM and from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM.