A three-bedroom house with a private pool, distant sea views, and gracious hospitality.
A place to enjoy the personal care of a wonderful family, which has her own traditional farm nearby ( horses, goats, sheep, rabbits, cats, and dogs) and organic crops trees, vineyards, and olive groves.
Upon request, you can have a ride on horseback or a visit to the farm and vineyards and you will be able to taste some of their excellent traditional products (wine, raki, olive oil, milk, eggs, cheese, vegetables).
Here you will discover some of the best beaches in Crete, the most beautiful landscapes along with authentic cultural experiences, expand your knowledge of local gastronomy, get acquainted with the society, the culture and the traditional activities of the locals.
Villa Petrinos Millos, in a plot of 1000m2, consists of 3 bedrooms (accommodates up to 7 people) and is ideal for big families or groups of friends.
Children will love the large swimming pool of 67m2 with an integrated children's pool and the spacious garden surrounded by a stone wall offering complete privacy.
In the large surrounding area of Villa, there is a parking place for two cars, a beautiful garden with a large swimming pool, the old well, and the grill under the shade of a large pine tree.
Within the garden, there are sunbeds, umbrellas and a poolside shower.
The ground floor of the villa is fully equipped with traditional furniture, marble floors, A/C, and has a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, a small bathroom, and a living room with a fireplace.
On the upper level, you will find 3 bedrooms. The first bedroom with TV and en suite WC bath and double bed - balcony. The second bedroom has two twin beds - a balcony. The third bedroom has two twin beds TV and an additional large WC bath. The upper balconies offer an amazing view of the surrounding area and Libyan Sea (distant sea views).
In the basement of the house, you will find a WC with a washing machine and a tumble dryer, and a children's playground.
The residence is located just a short walk (200m) from the village of Drimiskos, where you can find a traditional cafe-taverna under a century-old plane-tree or platanos, a place to enjoy the Cretan - traditional cuisine. Also, there is a second cafe -taverna near the church. In nearby Spili Village (7km) you will find more restaurants, cafes, shops, and some other facilities.
Just 5-15 minutes by car, you can find some of the best beaches of Crete Ligres, Triopetra, Preveli, Amoudi, Agia Fotini, and Agios Pavlos. In addition in less than an hour's drive from the cosmopolitan and picturesque town of Rethymno.
The remote location means you'll need a car to explore this beautiful area of Crete and for shopping.
Why We Like It
- Eleftheria and Manolis the owners is going to welcome you with a smile and willing to answer all your questions and provide you with all the valuable information about the area, Crete.
- Just a superb location to enjoy this still untouched part of Crete.
- A great-value self-catering option.
- Total peace and relaxation: the set-up is simple but comfortable, with a 'less is more' approach.
Good To Know
- We recommend that you rent a car, other means of transport are limited and/or infrequent (you cannot reach Villa Petrinos Millos) by public transport).
The Villa
Villa Petrinos Milos or Stone Mill, in Drimiskos Village of South Rethimno, is the perfect place to experience the authentic Crete for a perfect, quiet, relaxing holiday with a panoramic view of the mountains of Crete and the Libyan sea.
Villa Petrinos Millos, in a plot of 1000m2, consists of 3 bedrooms (accommodates up to 7 people) and is ideal for big families or groups of friends. Children will love the large swimming pool of 67 m2 with an integrated children's pool and the spacious garden surrounded by a stone wall offering complete privacy.
In the large surrounding area of Villa, there is a parking place for two cars, a beautiful garden with a large swimming pool, the old well, and the grill under the shade of a large pine tree. Within the garden, there are sunbeds, umbrellas, and a poolside shower.
The ground floor of the villa is fully equipped with traditional furniture, marble floors, A/C, and has a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, a small bathroom, and a living room with a fireplace.
On the upper level, you will find 3 bedrooms. The 1st bedroom with TV and en suite WC bath and double bed - balcony. The 2nd bedroom has two twin beds - balcony. The 3rd bedroom has two twin beds TV and an additional large WC bath. The upper balconies offer an amazing view of the surrounding area and the Libyan Sea (distant sea views).
In the basement of the house, you will find a WC with a washing machine and a tumble dryer, and a children's playground.
Eating
The complete kitchen invites the preparation of culinary delights at Villa Petrinos Mills. The fully equipped kitchen is spacious and provides you utensils and basic ingredients (herbs, olive oil, bin bags, sponges, etc. are provided). Your garden is ideal for al fresco meals as well.
Don't forget to stock up as you pass through Spill Village. There is a small mini-market at Kerames Village (2.5km) too.
Would you maybe like to eat out?
The residence is located just a short walk (200m) from the village of Drimiskos, where you can find a traditional cafe-taverna, Geroplatanos, under a century-old plane-tree or platanos, a place to enjoy the Cretan - traditional cuisine. Also, there is a second cafe -taverna near the church. In nearby Spili Village (7km) you will find more restaurants, cafes, shops, and some other facilities.
Agia Fotini Taverna is just a 5 minutes drive. Agia Fotini is a traditional taverna popular with Cretans who travel from miles around to enjoy fresh food in an idyllic location and probably is going to remind you of the Crete in the 60s and 70s. It specializes in fresh fish caught by local fisherman – or Stavros himself when he gets the time to go out in his boat.
Or maybe something more traditional and the unique atmosphere of a small village, then drive up to Drimiskos Village for local rabbit and delicious cheese pies.
There are two tavernas above the Ligres Beach both family-run and both have been quite popular with previous guests.
Further at Triopetra, there are other two tavernas that offer free sunbeds if you use their tavernas.
Kids
Kids are welcome at Villa Petrinos Millos.
Villa Petrinos Milos, in a plot of 1000m2, consists of 3 bedrooms (accommodates up to 7 people) and is ideal for big families or groups of friends. Children will love the large swimming pool of 67 m2 with an integrated children's pool and the spacious garden surrounded by a stone wall offering complete privacy.
Activities
- Villa Petrinos Millos is located in a remote part of south Crete ideal for walkers and those who like to get away from it all. People who enjoy small uncrowded, secluded, quiet, unspoiled superb beaches.
- A place to enjoy the personal care of a wonderful family, which has her own traditional farm nearby ( horses, goats, sheep, rabbits, cats, and dogs) and organic crops trees, and vineyards. Upon request, you can have a ride on horseback or a visit to the farm and vineyards and you will be able to taste some of our excellent traditional products (wine, raki, olive oil, milk, eggs, cheese).
- Discover the small, authentic small villages around and just feel another way of life
- A short walk to the east brings you to the long sandy beach of Ligres and Triopetra, or three rocks, while to the west you can reach the palm beach of Moni Preveli and the ancient monastery of Preveli within a couple of hours on foot – or less than 20 minutes by car and of course the beach of Agios Pavlos to the east.
- Visit the famous springs of Spili, just 30 minutes away, and the fishing harbor of Agia Galini (34 km).
- Hike the little-known but impressive gorge of Agios Antonios.
- The Minoan sites of Phaistos (52 km) and its recently discovered port at Komos, and the Roman city of Gortys are also within easy reach.
- A short drive away, the Amari valley is a wonderful place to visit in the heat of the summer, where the traditional mountain villages with their plane trees, cool springs and kafenions are still untouched by tourism.
- In spring the whole area is rich in wildflowers and there are marvelous walks in the mountains and along the sea from Agia Fotini to Moni Preveli and to Agios Pavlos and through traditional villages.
- On the hill near the tavern of Agia Fotini, you can still see the ruins of the ancient town Kionia, which flourished in the prominent years. Today, the ruins of the town cover an area of more than 150 meters (from east to west) and 100 meters (from north to south), while the other half of town is situated below the sea surface, in front of the tavern.
- If you do start observing the surrounding area, you will notice traces of buildings and terraces that indicate the existence of Kionia. It is believed that when the town began to sink in water, inhabitants were forced to abandon it and move on higher areas, where the villages Kerames and Agallianos are now located.
More uplifting activities in Rethimno area.
House Rules
- Check-in: 15.00 pm
- Check out: 12.00 pm
- Minimum Stay: 2-3 nights, depending on the season
Payment Policy:
Credit card details (Visa or Mastercard) are required to charge the deposit amount in order to confirm reservation.
No additional charges will be made to the credit card unless cancellation charges have to be applied.
Balance amount is to be paid (in CASH) directly to Villa Petrinos Millos at time of stay.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations over 21 days before the arrival date are 100% refunded.
Cancellations less than 21 days before the arrival date are charged at one (1) day’s rate (see above).
Cancellations less than 14 days of the arrival date are charged at 50% of the total reservation cost.
If you fail to check-in, 100% of the total cost remains due.
Unfortunately, there are no refunds for early departures.
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How To Get There
Villa Petrinos Millos is located in a unique location at southern of Rethimno in Crete and nearby the great Preveli Beach and a few others, as Triopetra, Ligres, Agia Fotini, Ammoudi
- By Air
From April through October there are direct charter flights to Chania Airport which is the closest one (105km) and, more frequently, to the capital Heraklion Airport(123km). Tickets can be bought in advance for almost all flights via our partner website.
- By Sea
"The journey is the thing". A superb way of enjoying the journey to Crete is to fly to Athens and take the ferry from Piraeus (Pireas) - the port serving Athens. A still-romantic way to travel by the overnight ferry from Piraeus to Souda-Chania Port (90km). Tickets can be bought in advance for all ferries (to Santorini, Kythira, Rhodes, Piraeus) via our partner website.
- By Car
If you want to explore the region while you're here, we recommend that you rent a car, other means of transport are limited and/or infrequent. We suggest our sister website Crete-Car-Rental.com, which offers competitive prices and you can collect your car at either airport.
- By Taxi
Book your taxi transfer online easily and safely from the airport or port to any location via our partner website
Detailed directions will be sent to you when you book through CreteTravel.com
Facilities
- Dining: Complete kitchen invites preparation of culinary delights. The villa's fully equipped kitchen is spacious and provides you utensils and basic ingredients (herbs, olive oil, bin bags, sponges, etc are provided). A shaded of bamboo veranda ideal for al fresco meals. Don't forget to stock up as you pass through Spili Village.
- Swimming Pool: Large swimming pool of 67 m2 with an integrated children's pool
- Maid Service: Self-catering (once per week linen and towels changes)
- Disabled Access: Not suitable
- Pets: Not allowed
- Internet Access: Free WiFi
- Languages Spoken: English, Greek