Vacation in a holiday home on Crete
Crete, the largest Greek island is valued both for its natural beauty and remarkable history. From Minoan palaces to Byzantine monasteries and from the isolated caves to the palm fringed beaches, Crete has every ingredient to fascinate a discerning traveller. Choose from the holiday homes on Crete offering spectacular views of the mountain ranges and dramatic gorges or book one of the pretty holiday rentals on the beachfront.
When to visit Crete and things to do
The best time to take a vacation in a holiday home in Crete is during May. It’s the ideal month for swimming and the mountains come alive with vibrant wildflowers. Rent holiday apartments way in advance if you plan a July or August visit. The best holiday homes are quickly booked up during these months making holiday houses hard to come by.
Walking tours of Crete are highly recommended and kayaking is an interesting way of getting around the island. Scuba diving and snorkelling can be enjoyed at the nearby island of Karavos, ideally during Spring and Autumn. The ancient palaces of Knossos and Mallia are a must visit for history lovers. So is the port of Hania in West Crete, which is reminiscent of its beautiful Venetian heritage. Hiking and trekking along the mountains and gorges are very popular here to destinations such as Lefka Ori, Dikti Mountain and Samaria Gorge.
Where to stay in Crete
Good value holiday apartments are mostly located in the inland villages and along the southern shoreline. For sun and sand, retreating to the holiday houses on the north coast is ideal. Crete’s capital city, Iraklio, with its round the clock party culture is also a great place to find holiday rentals. Kalamaki is also a popular destination.
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Galatas, Crete
Holiday home for max. 11 persons
Property no. 1446303
from USD 2,497for 1 weekApprox. 305 m², 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, pets not allowed, satellite TV, Wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, non-smoking property, sandy beach approx. 1 km, sea approx. 1 m, private pool, sea/lake view -
Skouloufia, Crete
Holiday home for max. 6 adults + 2 children
Property no. 1451258
from USD 3,111for 1 weekApprox. 200 m², 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, pets not allowed, satellite TV, Wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, sandy beach approx. 5 km, private pool, architecture and design houses -
Rethymnon, Crete
Holiday home for max. 4 persons
Property no. 1508689
+ 2 morefrom USD 1,627for 1 weekApprox. 85 m², 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pets not allowed, satellite TV, Wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, non-smoking property, sandy beach approx. 1 km, sea approx. 800 m, private pool, architecture and design houses, exceptional house, natural stone houseThere are 2 further property types with 2 accommodations for this complex- from USD 1,784/week Holiday home for max. 6 persons, approx. 85 m², 2 bedrooms, property no. 1500678 Preview
- from USD 1,627/week Holiday home for max. 4 persons, approx. 85 m², 2 bedrooms, property no. 1508688 Preview
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Agios Nikolaos, Crete
Holiday home for max. 8 persons
Property no. 1561114
from USD 5,182for 1 weekApprox. 180 m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (any), satellite TV, Wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, sandy beach approx. 200 m, sauna, boat, private pool, sea/lake view, architecture and design houses, Infinity pool -
Rethymnon, Crete
Holiday home for max. 8 persons
Property no. 1563507
from USD 5,116for 1 weekApprox. 180 m², 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pets are allowed (max. 1), satellite TV, Wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, non-smoking property, sandy beach approx. 100 m, private pool, More than 100 years old, cycladic house, natural stone house -
Skouloufia, Crete
Holiday home for max. 7 persons
Property no. 1867654
+ 2 morefrom USD 1,407for 1 weekApprox. 150 m², 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, pets not allowed, satellite TV, Wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, sandy beach approx. 6 km, private poolThere are 2 further property types with 2 accommodations for this complex- from USD 1,407/week Holiday home for max. 7 persons, approx. 150 m², 3 bedrooms, property no. 1867146 Preview
- from USD 1,407/week Holiday home for max. 8 persons, approx. 230 m², 4 bedrooms, property no. 1867770 Preview