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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.
The top rated locations on Crete
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Agia Marina, Crete
Holiday apartment for max. 8 persons
Property no. 690121
from USD 1,069for 1 weekApprox. 140 m², 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pets are allowed (max. 1), satellite TV, Complete Wifi coverage, washing machine, sandy beach approx. 150 m, private pool, sea/lake view, hot tub -
Nopigia, Crete
Holiday home for max. 7 persons
Property no. 1249866
from USD 1,968for 1 weekApprox. 135 m², 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, pets not allowed, satellite TV, Complete Wifi coverage, washing machine, dishwasher, non-smoking property, shingle beach approx. 100 m, private pool, sea/lake view, architecture and design houses -
Panormos auf Kreta, Crete
Holiday home for max. 6 persons
Property no. 846965
+ 1 morefrom USD 1,107for 1 weekApprox. 145 m², 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, pets are allowed (on request), satellite TV, Complete Wifi coverage, washing machine, dishwasher, beach approx. 150 m, private poolThere is one further property type with one accommodation for this complex- from USD 1,107/week Holiday home for max. 6 persons, approx. 145 m², 4 bedrooms, property no. 846418 Preview
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Agia Marina, Crete
Holiday apartment for max. 8 persons
Property no. 1376582
+ 3 morefrom USD 687for 1 weekApprox. 109 m², 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pets not allowed, satellite TV, Complete Wifi coverage, washing machine, sandy beach approx. 200 m, sea/lake viewThere are 3 further property types with 3 accommodations for this complex- from USD 497/week Holiday apartment for max. 5 persons, approx. 61 m², 2 bedrooms, property no. 1377122 Preview
- from USD 497/week Holiday apartment for max. 5 persons, approx. 65 m², 2 bedrooms, property no. 1377128 Preview
- from USD 611/week Holiday apartment for max. 7 persons, approx. 97 m², 3 bedrooms, property no. 1376588 Preview
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Chania, Crete
Holiday home for max. 10 persons
Property no. 1875046
from USD 2,561for 1 weekApprox. 210 m², 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pets not allowed, satellite TV, Complete Wifi coverage, washing machine, dishwasher, non-smoking property, sandy beach approx. 4 km, private pool, sea/lake view, premium -
Mirtos, Crete
Holiday apartment for max. 5 persons
Property no. 653538
+ 5 morefrom USD 351for 1 weekApprox. 54 m², 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 1), satellite TV, Complete Wifi coverage, non-smoking property, sandy beach approx. 200 m, sea/lake view, cycladic house