Villa Francesca - Luxury villa with stunning views
Villa with 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Garden, Swimming Pool
Situated near the top of a hill with panoramic views of the nearby sea and the surrounding hills and valleys, Villa Francesca covers 85 square metres of self contained holiday accommodation on a beautifully landscaped plot of 526 square metres, filled with lots of interesting flowers and features.
Villa Francesca has two double bedrooms with air-conditioning and also two fold out single beds, bathroom with separate shower and luxury American style kitchen. The pool at Villa Francesca is fully tiled and measures 7m long x 4m wide the depth is approximately 1.5m deep. There are 6 sunbeds and two large umbrellas and a barbeque.
The patio area outside the lounge doors has a large table seating 6 people. There is a private mature garden with various flowers and shrubs. The villa has it's own gated private parking area.
The villa is 5km from the beach and supermarkets. Rethymno is only 7km away. There is a Taverna in the village and a local shop only 2km away. The villa is fitted with top quality fixtures and fittings and are ideal for families, honeymooners or groups of friends. If you have a large family or group of friends (up to 16) why not book this villa and our sister villa (Alexandra) and get a 10% discount.
Facilities for this holiday villa in Rethymnon, Crete
Property
Type:
Villa
Nearest Airport:
Heraklion - 80 kms
Nearest Port:
Rethymno - 7 kms
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Platanes. - 5 kms
Nearest Restaurant:
Platanes - 5 kms
Location Type:
Beach Holiday, Fishing Nearby, Good Nightlife, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village, Watersports
Bedrooms:
2 Double Bedrooms. Two double bedrooms with kingsize beds, fitted wardrobes, bedside cabinets with lamps, and air-conditioning. There are also two very comfortable single fold out beds. Air-con €20 per unit per week.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom. The bathroom is fully tiled with a separate bath and shower cubicle, WC and wash basin with mirrored vanity unit.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. The kitchen has an American style fridge/freezer with water and ice dispenser. Cooker and hob, microwave, and all other equipment that may be needed for a self catering holiday home
General:
Central Heating, Air Conditioning, House Linen, Towels Provided. Bed linen and towels are included and the villa is cleaned before and after each stay. If you would like a mid-stay clean and bedding and towels changed, you can pay for this service locally (€40)
Dining:
Seating for 6. There is a breakfast bar in the kitchen area and a patio table and 6 chairs on the balcony.
Entertainment:
Satellite TV, Video, DVD, Radio, CD System. The owner has provided some DVD's and you can get BBC world news on the TV
Outside:
Private Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Balcony, Garden Furniture. The pool is fully tiled and measures 7m long x 4m wide the depth is approximately 1.5m deep. There are 6 sunbeds and two large umbrellas and a barbeque.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Pets Allowed, Smoking Allowed.
Smoking is only allowed outside the villa.
Local activities in and around Rethymnon, Crete
The nearest beach is only 5kms from the villa by car where you will find 20kms of sandy beach with sunbeds and various restaurants and cafes.
The nearest airports are Heraklion and Chania both of which are 80 kms (50 miles) from the villa. Car hire is essential as the villa is set in the mountains
The village of Agia Triada is only 400m from the villa and has a tarvena where you can get drinks and meals while mixing with the locals. The closest shop is only 2 kms away where you can get fresh bread and eggs, the supermarkets and Lidl is only 5 kms away. Rethymno is only 7 kms from the villa.
You will never tire of tavernas, bars and restaurants close to Agia Triada. Stratos's taverna in Tsesmes is particularly recommended - many English people go there for the excellent great value food, the atmosphere, very reasonable drinks and the welcome you receive. The service is terrific and the owner and his wife are very accommodating. If it's not on the menu, just ask!
For a traditional English breakfast, try Stavros's Kellari restaurant in Platanes. It is about 50 metres from Galaxy Car Hire on the right hand side and serves breakfast from about 10.00 am. Very good value, and handy for the supermarket - the best in Platanes is right across the street from the restaurant.
Rethymno is overflowing with history and its amazing Venetian and Turkish architecture, Rethymno is built around the harbour with its bustling harbour life. This traditional town is packed with atmosphere, the second largest in Crete, where narrow, shop-lined alleyways and beautiful old houses mix with bars, restaurants and tavernas. There is a lively nightlife here with a range of discos and clubs, if you fancy a night out.
The beachfront promenade boasts more shops, bars and tavernas. The beach, which extends east for 14 kms, starts in the middle of the town. If you decide to eat in Rethymno, you must try the fish dishes, the freshly caught fish is mouth-watering!
Monastery of Arkadi
The historic Monastery at Arkadi (approximately 10 kms south west of Agia Triada) is the most venerated symbol of freedom in Crete and lies in beautiful surroundings. Probably built in the 5th century by the Byzantine Emperor Arkadius, the Monastery acquired its glory and fame during the revolution of 1866-1869 when the Turks conquered the monastery. The people boarded themselves in the monastery and blew themselves up rather than be captured by the Turks.
Rethymno
Overflowing with history and its amazing Venetian and Turkish architecture, Rethymnon is built around the harbour with its bustling harbour life. This traditional town is packed with atmosphere, the second largest in Crete, where narrow, shop-lined alleyways and beautiful old houses mix with bars, restaurants and tavernas. There is a lively nightlife here with a range of discos and clubs, if you fancy a night out. The beachfront promenade boasts more shops, bars and tavernas. The beach, which extends east for 14 kms, starts in the middle of the town. If you decide to eat in Rethymnon, you must try the fish dishes; the freshly caught fish is mouth-watering!. For a slideshow of images from Rethymnon
Heraklion
The capital of Crete, and the main airport and port for the island, Heraklion is more of a touristy town with the usual trappings. But if you ignore these, you will find an amazing amount of the island's history, myths and legends in the museums and you will be able to experience more of the spectacle of Crete's architectural heritage. Most of the history of the Minoa era can be found in the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion.
Just south of Heraklion is the Palace of Knossos. If the Minoan myths, legends and culture are of interest to you, spend some time here. If it doesn't interest you, visit anyway, you will be inspired!
Samaria Gorge
The longest gorge in Europe at 18 kms is very well known for its incredible beauty. The gorge is only 3 metres wide at some points along the route and the sides of the gorge rise to a height of some 600 metres. A stream flows through the gorge between the White Mountains and the Volikas mountain. Approximately 43 km south of the town of Chania, hiking through the Samaria Gorge is only allowed between May to October.
Knossos
Approximately 5 km south east of Heraklion is Knossos, the capital of the Minoan culture. It has been inhabited since the Neolithic era. The first palace was built around 1900 BC but 200 years later an earthquake destroyed it. It was rebuilt in a grander and more luxurious style. It has been suggested that the eruption of the volcano in Santorini was the final catastrophe in about 1500-1400 BC. But people continued to live there for another fifty years, until a fire devastated the city about 1400
Chania
Chania (pronounced Harnia) is a city of unique beauty, filled with an abundance of fragrant flowers, and boasting a rich cultural heritage. There are ancient and modern monuments, the picturesque Venetian Harbour and the Old Town, colourful neighbourhoods, a traditional lifestyle and friendly inhabitants
Argiroupoli's
This small village, about 27 kms southwest of Rethymnon, is close to the ancient site of Lappa, which is currently being excavated. So far finds have dated from the Classical, Hellenistic and Roman periods, and are on show at the Rethymnon Archaeological and Historical Museum. Argiroupoli's other feature is it's waterfalls, the tavernas at the bottom use the water for drinking and also for keeping the fish for the fish dishes. The scene is beautifully green and peaceful; the tavernas are nearly all under the trees so they are cool. You can climb (rather steep!) up to the village if you want some spectacular views. Definitely worth a visit. From here it is not far to Lake Kourna, below.
Lake Kourna
A local beauty spot (this is a beautiful lake in a mountain bowl) and a picturesque suntrap. There are Tavernas, shops and a beach. You can also take a boat out across the Lake, or go snorkelling. The water in the summer looks emerald. In December, it has been warm enough to eat a meal out in the open by the Lake
Hiking
Hiking is probably one of the most popular pastimes for visitors to Crete. The island is famous for being mountainous, and this is part of the reason for the popularity of hiking. Crete is also part of the European Long Distance Walking Path (E4) which starts in Portugal, passes through Spain, France, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria and Greece and ending in Crete. The Path runs virtually west-east (or vice versa) across the island
Bali
A picturesque, relaxed and traditional fishing village, built around four coves and about 35 kms east of Rethymnon. The beaches are sand and shingle. The quaint old harbour boasts an excellent choice of fish tavernas. Like Plakias, this resort is low-key with tranquil surroundings, ideal for relaxing days.
We will email you the directions to the villa once you have paid your deposit but the villa is approx 80 km's (50 miles) from heraklion airport
Rental rates for this villa
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
1 Mar - 30 Apr 2008
£450.00
€567.00
$729.00
1 May - 31 May 2008
£500.00
€630.00
$810.00
1 Jun - 30 Sep 2008
£550.00
€693.00
$891.00
1 Oct - 31 Oct 2008
£400.00
€504.00
$648.00
1 Mar - 31 May 2009
£550.00
€693.00
$891.00
1 Jun - 30 Sep 2009
£650.00
€819.00
$1053.00
1 Oct - 31 Oct 2009
£550.00
€693.00
$891.00
Rental Notes: When you book the villa you will be asked to pay a 30% deposit, the balance will be due 8 weeks prior to your holiday date. On arrival you need to bring €100 (euro's) as a breakages deposit which you will get back on departure when the villa has been checked. If you wish to book both villa's (sleep 16 people) we will give you a 10% discount. During the winter months we charge €100 per week for central heating.
We do provide a mid-stay sheet and towel change plus cleaning of bathroom's and kitchens for the price of €40 per villa (to be paid locally)
Change over days are flexible but you will be unable to gain access to the villa before 3pm on the day of arrival and the villa must be vacated by 10am on the day of departure. The managers Margaret & Tony live close by and are always on hand to help.
This unit is situated in or next to other properties
should you wish to holiday with a larger group.
The additional units are:
Villa Alexandra (Sleeps 10) - Beautiful villa with stunning views
Villa Francesca (Sleeps 6) - Luxury villa with stunning views
Guestbook
"Villa Francesca is a beautiful, well equipped villa and we thoroughly enjoyed our 2 week stay. The villa is tastefully decorated and the views of the surrounding countryside are quite breathtaking." - Barry Chelmsford June 2006
"We had a lovely holiday at Villa Francesca in Crete, the road up to the villa was a little steep (but fun to drive) and once up there it was well worth it for the stunning views. The villa had all we needed for a self catering holiday." - Mrs Harvey, Norfolk Aug 2006
"Our brief was to find a relaxing, "away from the madding crowds" resort and accomodation.
Villa Francesca was perfect, the location of the villa allowed for some of the most stunning views of both the sea and mountains, it is a perfect retreat for those looking to get away from it all in beautiful and peaceful surroundings, a car is very useful although there are local taxis available. The villa is very well equipped and very nicely furnished, clean, bright and airy.
Margaret and Tony are a" - K & T Blackmon, South Carolina, USA 22/05/08
"Villa Francesca was a wonderful place to spend a holiday. We had been to the other side of Crete last year and fell in love with the island. Staying at Villa Francesca proved to be a better choice. Margaret and Tony couldn't have been more helpfull. The Villa had everything we needed and had a beautiful pool surrounded by beautiful plants and flowers. The nearest resort of Platanes is just a short drive away.Here you will find lots of restaurants and bars
" - T & P Luton UK 12/06/08 till 26/06/08
"Villa Francesca AgiaTriada, Crete from the 14/09/08 to the 28/09/08.
Mrs & Mrs Lawson from North Lincolnshire.
We had a lovely holiday at Villa Francesca, the road up to the villa is a lttle steap, but I agree with everyone else that once up there it is well worth it for the stunning views. You will need a car for certain. The villa was lovely, well equipped and comfortable. The pool and the gardens where lovely as well and the poolside was a sun sun trap. There were plenty of good super" - Zoe and John
"Villa Francesca, what can we say but perfect!
We visited Crete and villa Francesca in September 2008 and have recommended it to all our friends and family. The villa itself is very clean and has everything you need for your stay .It is a very good size with different levels so you can have breakfast on the terrace in the morning then down to the secluded pool and gardens in the afternoon sun and then up onto the roof terrace for drinks to watch the sun setting whilst looking out over the stun" - Heather, Manchester
Availability of Villa Francesca
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16 April 2007
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