Villa Manoutsio Traditional Cottage Among OliveTrees 500 Metres from Sandy Beach

We spent 15 days in this house 500 m from the sea. We were very kindly received by Melina with pasticcio, fruit, wine, oil, ... Everything was there to start our stay well. The house was very clean and equipped with all amenities. Plenty of space both inside and outside. Melina took the time to ask about us during our stay. The property is very well located, surrounded by olive trees. It is an ideal place to relax, visit the sandy beaches on the coast of Episkopi, or even visit this magnificent island. We had an excellent stay and as always too short!

Our holiday was just perfect. When we arrived a freshly cooked pastisio waited for us in the oven. We got plenty of suggestions for restaurants and trips, which were all great. The garden is amazing and the place is only 5 minutes away from the beach. Even the south of crete can be reached within less than an hour. We will surely return!

We had an absolutely wonderful two-week stay at this home! It is perfectly located between Chania and Rethymno, making it easy to explore both cities while enjoying the peacefulness & privacy of the countryside. 2 nearby markets made grocery shopping convenient, and we found incredible restaurants in the area—Hasika in Rethymno was our favorite, with the best Greek salad & bougatsa of our trip!What truly set this VRBO apart was our host, Melina. She warmly greeted us upon arrival and gave us a thorough walkthrough. Not only did she make us feel welcome, but she also prepared a delicious homemade Greek meal, a bottle of wine and her own Raki. Her friendly advice and attentive hospitality throughout our stay made all the difference.The house itself was spotless, with comfortable beds and luxurious bedding. Great A/C & heat. The kitchen & outdoor firepit were well-equipped, making it easy to cook & enjoy meals at home. We visited several stunning beaches, including Elafonisi & Preveli but Episkopi just three minutes from the house was the best! We loved having the best of both worlds—tranquility among the olive & lemon trees while still being close to restaurants & shopping. The outdoor spaces were a highlight; we spent many hours on the beautiful covered patio, balconies to stargaze and both the indoor and outdoor fireplaces added a cozy touch.We are so glad we chose Crete for our March vacation—it was the perfect getaway, and this home made it truly unforgettable.

We had a great time at the house. The house had everything we need to have a great vacation and great time at the beach. It was idyllic and the house has plenty of opportunities to spend time at home too. Especially for a family! The tenants were very nice and reachable, which made the atmosphere even better.

We had a perfect holiday in Crete. Melina and Stelios (the owner of the house) were very friendly and gave us a lot of tips, so that we could enjoy our holidays. The house is situated in a farm land area, with olive trees and sheeps. You can walk to the nearest beach in maybe ten minutes. The next supermarkets and restaurants are also not far away (about 2 or 3 kilometers). We enjoyed having barbecue and breakfast in the garden. All in all we had a nice stay. Thank you.

We were met by Melina and her husband who could not have been more welcoming. We had a wonderful stay in a well equipped villa. Would definitely recommend.

Well, how about PERFECT IN EVERY WAY! I could not say one bad thing about the villa or the owners. Melina and Stelios were fantastic hosts and treated us like royalty. Melina had actually made a us a pasta meal, pastitsio, and it was ready when we arrived. It was delicious and lasted two of us about 3 meals! The villa had EVERYTHING you need! It was beautiful, up a road into the countryside, overlooking Episkipo beach. We had views of the sea and of the mountains. We watched sunrises and sunsets from the terraces at opposite ends of the villa. We sat for hours in the cool shade of the picnic patio (huge). It was quiet and secluded. It is right between Chania and Heraklion, which made it perfect for us to see sites in both areas. Melina even arrange our anniversary dinner at an excellent restaurant. Plus they gave us many tips on local places. 6 night was waaay too short. If we get to return, it will be for a month, at least. I cannot recommend the villa or Melina and Stelios highly enough!!!

This villa had everything needed for a comfortable stay and the owners were very kind in leaving little touches like bottled water, wine and even a home-cooked meal. Children under 10 would love the garden with its selection of swings and nets.

We had a very nice time in the house of Stelios and Melina. House and garden were just perfect to relax with our one year old as everything is there from kitchen to playground outside. Quiet but close to nice restaurants and beaches. Thank you very much for the great check in/out and the fast and easy communication. We would love to come back.

Everything we wanted we got. We've got a relaxing stay in a quiet place just as we hoped to be.