Set amidst olive groves, in Exandis Village of Rethymno, the split-level Villa Talea features a private pool and a furnished sun terrace with unobstructed views over the mountains and the surrounding area. The traditionally-built property’so has a spacious balcony and a living room with fireplace.Fitted with beamed ceilings, arches and wrought-iron beds, the air-conditioned villa features 2 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a bathroom with shower and an additional toilet. Facilities include a washing machine, a dishwasher, a microwave and a flat-screen TV.Guests can relax at the sun loungers by the pool and enjoy the views. BBQ facilities are also available on site for al fresco dining under the shaded dining area. Free on-site parking, and free WiFi throughout are provided.Restaurants and cafes lie within 550 yards from Villa Talea, while a mini marker for general supplies can be found 1.9 miles away. The beaches of Panormos and Bali are 3.1 miles away, while Rethymno Town is 15.5 miles away. Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is at a distance of 24.9 miles.

Crete. As well as the magnificent beaches and warm seas, the size and physical variety of the island of Crete invites exploration, and Villa Talea, located at Mylopotamos, Rethymno region, 54057, Greece, is the ideal staring point. Uniquely among Greek islands, Crete’s mountainous spine creates a sense of spaciousness, a life distinct from sea and sand. Fly-drive holidays to Crete – or simply the hire of a car for some days during your stay in Villa Talea, – will enable you to seek out the rugged formations of the interior, the fertile countryside and tiny chapels filled with frescoes, the mountain villages where time has stood still. Always, the authentic spirit of the islanders, their fierce independence and pride – as well as the best cooking and most delicious meals that constitute the famed “Cretan Diet” – will more likely be found where few others are looking. With so much to see, with dolphins to watch, shaded squares to paint, olive trees and wild orchids, Minoan remains and sweeping beaches, no wonder Crete holidays and Villa Talea are revisited so often.