Villa in der Altstadt von Rethymno mit privatem Pool & Grill

💖 Why Guests Love Byblos Villa
• Historic Location: 17th-century heritage meets modern elegance right in Rethymno Old Town, steps from top dining and iconic sights.
• Heated Pool: Features the exclusive luxury of the only heated outdoor swimming pool in the entire Old Town.
• Private Rooftop Garden: A tranquil rooftop sanctuary with comfy seating for soaking in the Cretan atmosphere.
• Spaces: Accommodates up to 10 guests seamlessly with a BBQ, outdoor dining area, and cozy lounging spots.

🏡 Experience the ultimate Greek holiday at Byblos Villa, an exclusive 4-bedroom luxury retreat in the ancient city of Rethymno. Blending 17th-century heritage with high-end modern amenities, this residence offers a sumptuous setting for families or groups. Whether you are taking a dip in the old town`s only heated pool, relaxing in the rooftop garden, or dining under the stars, Byblos Villa promises an unforgettable escape.

🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout

Ground Floor
• Living & Dining: A stylishly furnished living room with modern, comfortable seating, satellite Smart TV, air conditioning, and a cozy cast iron stove, alongside a uniquely styled dining room with ample seating and elegant lighting.
• Kitchen: A contemporary kitchen equipped with a 4-ring stove, oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, toaster, orange juicer, and coffee machine.
• Convenience & Laundry: Features a dedicated laundry room along with an additional guest WC on this floor.

First Floor
• Bedroom 1: Elegantly appointed double bedroom featuring a Super King-size bed, air conditioning, and access to the shared outdoor terrace.
• Bedroom 2: Sophisticated double bedroom with a King-size bed, air conditioning, and access to the shared outdoor terrace.
• Bedroom 3 : A Mezzanine Style bedroom featuring a double bed and 2 single beds on a mezzanine level, fully air-conditioned.
• Bedroom 4: A Mezzanine Style bedroom featuring a double bed and 2 single beds on a mezzanine level, fully air-conditioned.
• Bathrooms: 4 full ensuite bathrooms connected to the bedrooms, supplied with towels and toiletries.

🌴 Outdoor Paradise
• Pool Area: Features a private heated swimming pool, sunbeds and seating area.
• Rooftop & Terraces: A beautiful private rooftop garden with a relaxing seating area, alongside a spacious outdoor terrace.
• BBQ Area: Outdoor dining area equipped with a gas BBQ grill for preparing fresh meals outdoors.

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE:

-Parking with payment 150 meters away

-Heating for the fireplace and wood stove 30 euro per day extra charge.

-Notice that there is NO A/C in the living/dining room since it’s not needed because the walls are large from stone keeping it cool during the summer. In all the bedrooms there are A/C units

📍 Prime Location in Old Town Rethymno

Nested right in the vibrant heart of the historic center, this property puts Venetian heritage, artisan shopping, world-class dining, and lively nightlife. It offers an authentic, fully walkable Cretan experience while keeping island highlights within easy reach.

• Beach: 18-min walk the Sandy waterfront
• Tavernas & Restaurants: Authentic Cretan cuisine on your doorstep
• Bars & Nightlife: Short walking distance
• Shopping & Museums: Short walking distance
• Rethymno General Hospital: 700m | Approximately 10 minutes walk
• Chania International Airport: 62.2 km | Approximately 1 hour 11 minutes by car
• Heraklion International Airport: 88.7 km | Approximately 1 hour 18 minutes by car


🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips

While the property sits directly in the energetic pulse of the Old Town, its central location makes it the perfect launching pad for exploring the rest of the island:

Within 5–30 Minutes:

• Rethymno Old Town & Venetian Harbor: Wander through narrow cobblestone alleys filled with boutique shops and historic architecture.
• Fortezza Castle: An imposing 16th-century Venetian fortress offering the best sunset views over the Cretan Sea.
• Adelianos Kampos & Platanes Beaches: Long, sandy stretches with crystal-clear waters and vibrant beach bars.
• Arkadi Monastery: A historic site of immense cultural significance with stunning Byzantine architecture.
• Lake Kournas: The only freshwater lake in Crete, ideal for pedal-boating and spotting turtles.

Perfect Day Trips:
• Chania Old Town & Harbor: Famous for its Egyptian lighthouse and one of the most picturesque harbors in the Mediterranean.
• Preveli Beach & Palm Forest: A unique `tropical` landscape where a river meets the sea through a forest of palm trees.
• Margarites Pottery Village: A charming traditional village known for its centuries-old ceramic art and narrow floral streets.
• Spili Village: Visit the famous lion-head fountains in the town square for fresh mountain spring water.
• Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Experience dramatic cliffs and hidden waterfalls in one of Crete`s most spectacular natural canyons.


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To ensure a stress-free holiday experience, we will send you a link to our GuestGuide4u approximately two weeks prior to your arrival. This guide will include many details for the house, recommendations for local activities in Crete, suggested restaurants, and other helpful travel information.

🧳 Included Services
•Welcome Basket: Filled with local Cretan treats upon arrival.
•Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen change every 3-4 days.
•24/7 Support: Managed by the dedicated CreteVillas4U team.

🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost)
•Private Chef, Wine Tasting, Beauty Treatments, or Personal Training.
•Car rentals and transfers (with exclusive guest discounts), sailing trips, guided tours, and private boat rentals.
•Pre-Arrival Shopping: Use our exclusive discount code to have your groceries and essentials delivered and stocked in your fridge before you arrive.
•Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call.
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 at 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 canceled 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 before booking the villa, which in some cases 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 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 action must be taken as soon as possible. You must 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(for 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 the 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 as by swimming pools, balconies, verandas, patios, or terrace

5. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. Cleaning and linen 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. Pool: The pool is not covered, built to the standards of the Greek Tourism Organization EOT. Parents have full responsibility for the 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.

7. Fireplace: The fireplace is working with wood. Heating for the fireplace and wood stove 30 euro per day extra charge.

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, and changing towels and bed linen is included in the price.

10. Because the property is located in the middle of the old town of Rethymnon, there are specific hours during which you must keep the noise down. Please respect the quiet hours from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM and from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

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