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At the location of the chapel of Agio Pnevma (the Holy Spirit) on top of Mount Vrysinas, with an elevation of 858m, archaeologists have discovered what is likely the most significant Minoan Peak Sanctuary in West Crete, the peak sanctuary of Vrysinas. From this vantage point, one can see the northern coast of Rethymnon and the province of Agios Vasilios to the south.
Excavations at this open-air sanctuary have uncovered extremely important findings dating from 1900-1050 BC. The Minoans offered hundreds of zoomorphic and anthropomorphic clay offerings to their goddess. In 2011, a red steatite seal was discovered, engraved with the oldest known Minoan language, the hieroglyphic script. This is the only known example of this script in West Crete.
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Located in Khromonastírion, 10 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno and 28 km from Museum of Ancient Eleftherna, Tholos Home offers free WiFi and air conditioning. The villa, set in a building dating from 17th century, is 42 km from Psiloritis National Park and 10 km from Municipal Garden.
The villa is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views.
Venetian Harbour is 10 km from the villa, while Centre of Byzantine Art is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 80 km from Tholos Home.
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€64
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This traditional, rustic villa is located in the village of Chromonastiri, 7 km from the beach and 11 km from Rethymno. Featuring a private pool with summer terrace and a garden with BBQ, Sokaki Villas, rustic ambience, By ThinkVilla are fully furnished, each with 3 or 4 bedrooms.
Each villa offers a large open-plan seating area and a well equipped kitchen. A door opens onto the pool area. Across the kitchen area there is a utility room where you will find a hoover and ironing board. The wooden staircase leads up to a further 2 bedrooms, both opening out to large balconies offering beautiful views to the mountains and the unspoilt countryside. A welcome basket is offered upon arrival.
The nearest tavern and super market is just 100 metres away. Heraklion International Airport is about 75 km away. Within proximity, guests can visit the Military Museum, while Mylon Gorge is 2 km away. Free private parking is provided.
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€165
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Set in Khromonastírion, 10 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno and 28 km from Museum of Ancient Eleftherna, Venetico Palazzo offers air conditioning. This villa features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The villa is fitted with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with mountain views.
The villa offers a range of wellness facilities including a sauna and a hammam.
Psiloritis National Park is 42 km from Venetico Palazzo, while Municipal Garden is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International, 80 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Set in Arménoi and only 9.2 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno, Sun Angelo luxury apartment in Paradise 1 offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This apartment features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.
The apartment is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and garden at the apartment.
Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 32 km from Sun Angelo luxury apartment in Paradise 1, while Psiloritis National Park is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 74 km from the accommodation.
Located in Roussospítion and only 7.3 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno, Goldy’s Villa provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property was built in 2000 and features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.
The holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
The holiday home offers a children’s playground. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Goldy’s Villa, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby.
Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 27 km from the accommodation, while Psiloritis National Park is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 76 km from Goldy’s Villa.
Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a patio, Saridakis Villa, a true mansion, By ThinkVilla is located in Roussospítion. This property offers access to a balcony, ping-pong, free private parking and free WiFi.
The villa is equipped with 5 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
The reception at the villa can provide tips on the area.
Saridakis Villa, a true mansion, By ThinkVilla offers a fitness centre. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby.
Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 7.2 km from Saridakis Villa, a true mansion, By ThinkVilla, while Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International, 76 km from the villa, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€295
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