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Luxury villa holidays in Rethymno & Central Crete

A luxury villa holiday in the heart of Crete is to be in great company – as legend has it, this is the birthplace of Zeus, and certainly the mountains and beaches create a worthy setting. However, villages and tavernas tell a different story of simple pleasures for a holiday that’s deeply relaxing too.

Our carefully chosen villas in Rethymno & Central Crete include private pools to ensure you can make the most of the sunshine without having to go far from your own front door, but for those who wish to explore, turquoise waters and sandy beaches are waiting, along with the impressive ruins of Knossos and a host of lesser-known archaeological sites that are still imbued with the myths and legends of an ancient history.

Getting out and about in Rethymno

Medieval Rethymno is the third largest city in Crete, its harbour and charming Old Town combining Venetian and Ottoman architecture. Weekly markets, an archaeological museum, Venetian fortress and plentiful cafés and restaurants are offset by an attractive harbour where an evening stroll is a wonderful way to complete a day before returning to the comfort of your luxury holiday villa.

To find out more about this beautiful island destination, read our guide to Rethymno & Central Crete.

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Villa Adagio

Rethymno & Central Crete, Crete, Greece

Villa | Bedroom 1 | Sleeps 2

  • Delightful contemporary villa
  • Set in peaceful olive grove
  • Wonderfully unspoilt
  • Distant sea views

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Villa Sonatina

Rethymno & Central Crete, Crete, Greece

Villa | Bedroom 1 | Sleeps 2

  • Delightful contemporary villa
  • Set in peaceful olive grove
  • Wonderfully unspoilt
  • Distant sea views

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Villa Velanidia

Rethymno & Central Crete, Crete, Greece

Villa | Bedroom 1 | Sleeps 2

  • Attractive and idyllic stone house
  • A charming retreat for two
  • Delightful mature gardens
  • Unspoilt Crete at its best

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Simpson Secrets

Our search for exceptional villas occasionally leads us along the road less travelled to find hidden gems just too lovely to leave behind. Aimed at the adventurous at heart, each Simpson Secret offers a unique take on what a holiday off the beaten track can be.
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Simpson Secret – Crete

Rethymno & Central Crete, Crete, Greece

Villa | Bedrooms 2 | Sleeps 4

  • Charming house in rural village
  • Set amongst rolling hills and vineyards
  • Carefully tended garden with barbecue and bread oven
  • Authentic Crete at its best

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The most luxurious of our villas include a dedicated pre-departure booking service to arrange all the indulgent essentials before you travel, from private chefs to spa treatments – and while you’re away, your personal Concierge will be on hand to add the finishing touches.
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The Mantilari Estate

Rethymno & Central Crete, Crete, Greece

Villa | Bedrooms 11 | Sleeps 25

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  • Luxury accommodation in 10-acre private estate
  • Two swimming pools (one heated)
  • Vineyard and wine cellar

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  • ‘[Simpson Travel] specialise in the sort of magical, unspoilt destinations my family loves’ Author: The Telegraph

  • ‘So how did we find the near-perfection that was Villa Cabanellas in Mallorca? The first step was to approach… Simpson Travel… we needed expertise, not just blinding choice.’ Author: Sunday Times Travel Magazine, The Villas Handbook

  • ‘The Simpson Travel check-in at Heathrow’s Terminal 5 was seamless.’ Author: Family Traveller, Katy Hill

  • ‘Where Simpson [Exclusive] really excels is in its first-hand knowledge of properties and destinations’ Author: House & Garden

  • ‘Simpson [Exclusive] delivers holidays that combine sunshine, five-star luxury and friendly service’ Author: House & Garden

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