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Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location!

Families find their own pace at this seaside castle where children explore freely while adults enjoy activities from golf to water sports

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This 15th-century castle in Crete offers sea views and a private heated pool with ample space for family gatherings. Visitors can golf on the property, boat or kayak in nearby waters, book a massage at the spa, or arrange babysitting while exploring historic Maroulas village.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

About the area

Located in Rethymno, this castle is near the beach. Great Gate and Venetian Loggia are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Platanes Beach and Blue Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Rethimno Kart and Paleontological Museum. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Réthymnon, Crète

What's nearby

  • Platanes Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Rethimno Kart - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Horse Park Rethymno - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Blue Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Town Beach - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Gyros - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪upano - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sky Park - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vergina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Levantes - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location!

Family-friendly castle by the sea
At Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location!, you can look forward to golfing on-site, a water park and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the boating and kayaking at this castle. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Limo/town car service, breakfast (surcharge) and tennis courts
  • Barbecues, local meal delivery service and a video library
  • Outdoor furniture, beach towels and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location! feature comforts, such as private pools and fireplaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • 4 bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Stereo
  • Tennis
  • Video library
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

EVENTS ARE ALLOWED ONLY WITH PRIOR AGREEMENT! ADDITIONAL FEE CAN BY ASKED

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
On request only, additional fee can be charged

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: on request only, additional fee can be charged
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 22378250000

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location! located?

This family-friendly Rethymno castle is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Platanes Beach, Rethimno Kart and Horse Park Rethymno. Mili Gorge is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Reviews

Historic Venetian Castle 15th Century - IDEAL FOR FAMILY EVENTS - Best location! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional stay!

I and nine friends rented Yorghy’s villa and truly had the very best time. The home is a reason to travel to Crete in and of itself, truly so spacious, historic, and lovely. Yorghy was an exceptional host. We had him organize a chef and a dinner in the house on one evening and it was delicious! Could not recommend staying her more!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

sherron t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Villa Maroulas Is a Joy

Our family of eight, including four granddaughters had been looking forward to our trip to Greece for a long time. Villa Maroulas did not disappoint. The owner, Yorghy Fokas was always friendly, helpful and totally prepared to take care of us. He tried to anticipate our wants and needs from stocking the kitchen with our first breakfast to providing a housekeeper to come everyday and clean and refresh towels and linens. The villa is absolutely beautiful. One feels like they are in their own private, lovely world once you close the big wooden doors and enter the court yard surrounded by stone architecture, flowers and outdoor living. From the roof top patio to the first floor outdoor dining the villa is spacious but still comfortable and accommodating. The historic Village of Maroulas is small and intimate with two charming tavernas near the little square plus two outstanding tavernas nearby which Yorghy will tell you about. The charming town of Rethymno is nearby as is choice of beaches to enjoy the water. The lovely town of Chania is within an hours drive to the west and the archeological site of Knossos is to the east. It is an historical treasure. Just be sure to be there when the gates open to miss the crowds. The people of Crete were friendly and welcoming and the Greek food is delicious. Our family would highly recommend the Villa Maroulas the the island of Crete
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019