Archive for 'On the Coast in Greece'

Dreaming of magic views over the sea in Greece this September? As crowds begin to thin and weather remains ideal for a less intense sun holiday, it is an perfect time to book one of our gorgeous villas in Greece that boast these kinds of direct sea views. 

Don’t bustle against crowds to take it in, simply enjoy the sparkling water, the impeccable scenery and slow pace of life, the impossibly magical sunsets, and forgetting the rest of the world for a little while. Sip your morning coffee or a perfect glass of wine in the evening while admiring your surroundings, wake up to views framed by your bedroom window like a dreamy landscape painting, and let it all act as a stunning backdrop while you hang out by your private swimming pool all day! 

With examples in Mykonos, Fira, and other key destinations among the Greek islands, this curation of vacation rentals offer world-class panoramas and perfect stays for unwinding and relaxing...

If you are after the ultimate luxury experience and a dream vacation in Greece then we have the perfect villa in Crete for you. Nereid Luxury Villa is a stunning 6-bedroom luxury villa in Crete with an outdoor infinity pool, incredible amenities, and sweeping views over the Aegean Sea and the Cretan Coast. Enjoy the most beautiful surroundings, the plushest accommodation, and a true taste of luxury with a stay in this remarkable gem.

Located in Rodhiá, a village near Heraklion, Nereid Luxury Villa is in a mountainous part of the island, perched in a perfect spot to take in outstanding sea views. For those who want to swim and lounge by the pool, dine, catch up and sip glasses of wine, enjoy morning coffees, and admire sunsets, this setting offers the most magical backdrop that you could imagine throughout the entirety of your vacation. So, book your luxury holiday in Greece now at Nereid Luxury Villa!

Dreaming of a proper escape in Crete right by the sea? Looking for a villa in Crete that can accommodate up to fourteen guests? Hoping to get away in July or August 2024? Well, then look no further than Villa Vorios!

This stunning vacation rental Crete is not only directly overlooking the sea, but it also boasts lots of other outstanding features including all en suite bedrooms, a private pool, a garden equipped with loads of great outdoor furnishings for enjoying the sun, and much more besides! If you’re dreaming of a perfect escape with a gang of pals or the extended family and you want all of the bells and whistles, then it really is the ideal option.

Many people probably imagine that a stay in a villa in Crete would be conducive to an incredibly relaxing vacation and there is good reason for that. The island is a true paradise where the pace is far slower in many of those gorgeous sleepy villages, there are endless gorgeous seaside retreats that boast stunning scenery, the weather is perfect for sun holidays for a great chunk of the year, and there is excellent food and wine to be enjoyed. 

If you like scuba-diving and escaping into the quiet and peace of the underwater world then few destinations around the world could be as truly idyllic as Greece. With lots of areas now under protection, crystal-clear waters, fascinating coastlines, and an abundance of marine species to acquaint yourself with, the seas around Greece boast perfect conditions to enjoy scuba-diving expeditions. In particular, Crete is an especially great destination to enjoy the activity and as we have a wonderful selection of villas in Crete to choose from, it couldn’t be easier to book your next trip and have a holiday full of days enjoying the famously beautiful beaches of the island from above and below the waves!

One of the best spots along the craggy and lovely coast of Crete for scuba-diving is Schinaria (or Skinaria), 33km south of Rethymno and 3km south of the village Lefkogia, to the east of the Plakias area. A pretty little beach of soft grey-beige sand to the north and a mixture of sand and pebbles elswhere, it is lapped by rich blue and perfectly clear water that quickly deepens and yet also boasts truly impressive water clarity, usually exceeding 40m in horizontal direction. These ideal conditions make it easy to readily observe the great number of different species that live in the area. Truly teeming with different marine species, the waters of Schinaria are home to a variety of morays, blackfish, octopus, and many other species.