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Villa PersephoneNatural stone villa with private pool and sea views

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 using traditional Cretan natural stone construction methods and is situated in a quiet location on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Prines, just about 5 km from Rethymno. Set on a 790 m² plot, you can enjoy stunning views 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 6 people and one child (extra bed available).

Highlights of Villa Persephone

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

Living & sleeping

The villa features:

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

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

The two bathrooms are fully equipped:

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

Living area & kitchen

The centrepiece is the cosy living area with exposed wooden beamed ceilings, natural stone features and traditional alcoves.
The fully equipped Cretan-style kitchen is separated from the living area by an archway and features, amongst other things:

  • electric hob, oven & fridge
  • Freezer & dishwasher
  • Microwave & coffee machine
  • Washing machine, tumble dryer, iron & ironing board

Outdoor area

The spacious grounds offer plenty of places to relax:

  • Swimming pool (approx. 35 m²) with sun terrace
  • Covered terrace on the ground floor (35 m², partly tiled, partly glazed roof)
  • Upper terrace (40 m²) with lovely views
  • Roof terrace with panoramic views over the sea and mountains
  • Brick-built 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 TV (many German channels), stereo system, CD and DVD players
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bed linen, hand towels and bath towels included
  • Cleaning service including final clean
    – interim cleaning included for longer stays
  • Gardener and housekeeping service regularly on site
  • Smoke and fire alarms

Please note: Toiletries are not provided in this villa.

Location & surroundings

  • Quiet, out-of-the-way location in the village of Prines
  • Approx. 5 km to Rethymno (10 mins by car)
  • Shops and tavernas in the immediate vicinity
  • Beaches are approx. 10–15 minutes’ drive away

Ideal for:

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

Official permit from the Hellenic Tourist Board EOT: 1355850

Distances

Airport Heraklion (HER): 78 km

Airport Chania (CHQ): 60 km

Shopping facilities: 500 m bzw. 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,
eure Edels`.

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Andreas Edel, 21. August 2020

Price villa Persephone

Date
Price per night
Weekly price
22/05/2026-30/06/2026
289,00
2.023,00
01/07/2026-16/07/2026
345,00
2.415,00
17/07/2026-16/08/2026
365,00
2.555,00
17/08/2026-31/08/2026
345,00
2.415,00
01/09/2026-30/09/2026
289,00
2.023,00
01/10/2026-31/10/2026
255,00
1.785,00
01/11/2026-31/03/2027
187,00
1.309,00
01/04/2027-30/04/2027
198,00
1.386,00
01/05/2027-21/05/2027
245,00
1.715,00
22/05/2027-30/06/2027
289,00
2.023,00
01/07/2027-16/07/2027
345,00
2.415,00
17/07/2027-16/08/2027
365,00
2.555,00
17/08/2027-31/08/2027
345,00
2.415,00
01/09/2027-30/09/2027
289,00
2.023,00
01/10/2027-31/10/2027
255,00
1.785,00
01/11/2027-31/03/2028
187,00
1.309,00

Booking conditions

Between 7 November and 30 April, heating will be charged additionally based on consumption. The daily price for heating oil applies.

The pool is out of service from December to the end of March.

Please note: no toiletries are provided in this villa!

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, service charges are included in the rental price. (No heating).


Eco-tax:

Since the start of 2024, the Greek government has introduced an eco-tax for all visitors to Greece.
This is tiered according to category and season:
the charge from 1 April to 31 October is €15.00 per night per villa, and from 1 November to 31 March it is €4.00 per night, regardless of the number of guests.
The amount can be transferred to us before arrival, or paid in cash, or by Visa or Mastercard.


Check-in time: 2.00 pm

Check-out time: 10.00 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%
  • Security deposit: €300.00