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Villa PersephoneNatural stone villa with private pool and sea view

Prines (Rethymno, Crete)
Up to 6 persons (+1)
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
living space 135 m2
plot 790 m2

The charming Villa Persephone was built in traditional Cretan natural stone and is quietly located on the edge of the picturesque village of Prines, only about 5 km from Rethymno. On a 790 m² plot, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the sea, the White Mountains and the Akrotiri Peninsula.

With 135 m² of living space, three bedrooms and two bathrooms, the villa is ideal for up to six people and one child (extra bed available).

Highlights of Villa Persephone

  • Private pool (approx. 35 m²)
  • Three bedrooms & two bathrooms
  • Spacious terraces with sea & mountain views
  • Roof terrace with panoramic views
  • Garden with built-in barbecue
  • Wi-Fi throughout the house
  • Suitable for wheelchair users with an accompanying person (ground-level access, bedroom & bathroom on the ground floor, small ramp to the garden)

Living & Sleeping

The villa features:

  • 1 bedroom with double bed on the ground floor
  • 1 bedroom with two single beds on the ground floor
  • 1 bedroom with double bed on the upper floor

All bedrooms are equipped with shutters and insect screens. One of the rooms also has a television with satellite reception (many German channels).

The two bathrooms are functionally equipped:

  • Ground floor: Bathroom with shower
  • First floor: Bathroom with corner bath

Living area & Kitchen

The heart of the home is the cosy living area with exposed wooden beams, natural stone elements and traditional alcoves.
The fully equipped Cretan-style kitchen is separated from the living room by an archway and offers, among other things:

  • Electric cooker, oven & refrigerator
  • Freezer & dishwasher
  • Microwave & coffee machine
  • Washing machine, dryer, iron & ironing board

Outdoor area

The spacious grounds offer numerous places to relax:

  • Pool (approx. 35 m²) with sun terrace
  • Covered terrace on the ground floor (35 m², partly tiled, partly glass roof)
  • Upper terrace (40 m²) with beautiful views
  • Roof terrace with panoramic views of the sea and mountains
  • Brick barbecue for convivial evenings
  • Outdoor shower with hot and cold water
  • Electric entrance gate with remote control

Facilities & Services

  • Central heating with underfloor heating
  • 2 televisions, satellite system (many German channels), stereo system, CD and DVD player
  • Internet via Wi-Fi
  • Bed linen, hand towels and bath towels included
  • Cleaning service including final cleaning
    – Intermediate cleaning included for longer stays
  • Gardener and housekeeping service regularly on site

Please note: Care products are not provided in this villa.

Location & surroundings

  • Quiet location on the outskirts of the village of Prines
  • Approximately 5 km to Rethymno (10 minutes by car)
  • Shopping facilities and tavernas in the immediate vicinity
  • Beaches approximately 10–15 minutes away by car

Ideal for:

Families or friends looking for a comfortable natural stone villa with a private pool, sea views and traditional flair – in a quiet location, but close to Rethymno.

Official permit from the Hellenic Tourist Board EOT: 1355850

Distances

Aiport Heraklion (HER): 78 km

Aiport Chania (CHQ): 60 km

Shopping facilities: 500 m or 1 km

Beach: 5 km

Nearest town: Rethymno 5 km

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Our guests' experiences

Villa Persephone

Liebe Helga, lieber Josef, liebe Frau Buschmann,

auch unser dritter Urlaub bei euch war wieder Erholung pur. Es ist immer wie "nach Hause kommen". Danke für die lieben Gespräche vor Ort und den Tipp für das Restaurant für unseren Hochzeitstag. Wir freuen und schon auf das Wiedersehen im kommenden Jahr... und irgendwann bleiben wir dann für immer!
Alles Liebe,
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Andreas Edel, 21. August 2020

Price

DatePrice per week*Price per night
01.11.2025 - 19.03.20261.190,00 €170,00 €
20.03.2026 - 30.04.20261.386,00 €198,00 €
01.05.2026 - 21.05.20261.715,00 €245,00 €
22.05.2026 - 30.06.20262.023,00 €289,00 €
01.07.2026 - 16.07.20262.415,00 €345,00 €
17.07.2026 - 16.08.20262.555,00 €365,00 €
17.08.2026 - 31.08.20262.415,00 €345,00 €
01.09.2026 - 30.09.20262.023,00 €289,00 €
01.10.2026 - 31.10.20261.785,00 €255,00 €
01.11.2026 - 31.03.20271.309,00 €187,00 €

* Of course you do not have to book a weekly basis!

Eco tax

Since the beginning of 2024, the Greek government has introduced an eco-tax for all guests in Greece.

This is staggered according to category and season:

The fee from 1 April - 31 October is €15.00/night per villa 
and from 1 November - 31 March €4.00/night, regardless of the number of guests.

The amount can be transferred to us before arrival or paid in cash or by Visa or Master Card.

Booking conditions

From 7 November to 30 April, heating will be charged additionally according to consumption. The daily price for heating oil applies.

The pool is closed from December to the end of March.

The minimum stay from 1 December to 31 March is 28 nights. No interim cleaning is included during this period.

The minimum stay from 1 April to 21 May is 7 nights.

From 1 April to 6 November, ancillary costs are included in the rental price. (no heating)


Check-in time: 2 PM

Check-out time: 10 AM

Available upon request: Early check-in and late check-out


Cancellation information and fees

Up to 61 days €100.00
60-30 days 25%
From the 29th day 50%
From the 8th day before departure 100%
Deposit €300.00