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Hidden in a peaceful lane within the charming village of Prines, Villa Elli is a fully renovated private retreat where contemporary comfort meets authentic Cretan living. Designed for up to 8 guests, the villa combines refined interiors, thoughtfully curated outdoor spaces, and warm Mediterranean hospitality to create a truly relaxing and memorable stay experience.

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Nestling on a quiet lane in the village of Prines, Villa Elli is a superb rural hideaway, timber-built in traditional style. Set in an area of magnificent natural beauty, surrounded by gardens of pretty flower shrubs and fruit trees. It is more than a country cottage only minutes from the beach...

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Hidden in a peaceful lane within the charming village of Prines, Villa Elli is a fully renovated private retreat where contemporary comfort meets authentic Cretan living. Designed for up to 8 guests, the villa combines refined interiors, thoughtfully curated outdoor spaces, and warm Mediterranean hospitality to create a truly relaxing and memorable stay experience.

Villa Elli - A magical garden retreat with private pools and curated spaces

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Culture & Heritage

Chania’s Top Tables

The international airport in Chania. The airport is the second largest in Crete

Chania International Airport "Ioannis Daskalogiannis" (CHQ)

The Kazantzakis Airport in Heraklion city. The biggest airport in Crete serving domestic and international flights. EasyJet has flights to this airport as well.

Heraklion International Airport  ''N. Kazantzakis''

Daily ferries are available from/to the port.

Souda port

Heraklion port

The renaissance town of Rethymno. A historic location where you may find many museums, food and entertainment.

Rethymno city

In Chania city you can find everything, and its old venetian harbour worths a visit.

Chania city

Super market

Minimarket

Grocery shop

Traditional bakery

Bakery

Butcher

Pastry shop

Fishmonger

Pharmacy

Rethymno General Hospital

Gas station

Rethymno Police station

Traditional tavern ''Giannikos''

Enjoy the best Greek pork kebab, together with amazing traditional fries, salads, and other tasty treats, In the centre of a hidden village square. A popular choice of the locals. ps : do not forget to try "staka" with eggs! (a special meal that will be difficult to make in any place in the world except of course Crete)

Gaganis Souvlaki place

Rethymno Beach

According to your liking the villa is very close to the small bay of Petres ideal for relaxation and family times. An award wining restaurant is set by the water serving fresh fish daily.

Petres beach

Plakias Beach

Preveli Beach

Arkadi Monastery

Ancient Eleftherna

Margarites village

Taverna Androulidakis

Whenever you visit the beautiful beaches on the south, you should end up in Taverna Mariou for lunch

Taverna Mariou

Enjoy great authentic Cretan food in a gorgeous setting, in the lovely mountain village of Margarites.

Mantalos Tavern

A traditional courtyard house, sensitively restored, that also contains a wonderful museum of Cretan life. Excellent food.

Poliou House Tavern

Agyra fish tavern

The restaurant & cafe «Vrissi» offers its guests an elegant and sophisticated space in Mirthios, on the south coast of Crete in Rethymno.

''Vrissi'' tavern

Best coffee place to have BREAKFAST and BRUNCH  in Rethymno.

Vivliothiki Brunch Café

Koo Koo Brunch Cafe

Traditional home made food by the owner, very large portions in a very good price.

Taverna Poppi

Fresh, traditional Cretan products are the heart of PALLAS's cuisine and become the basis for creating dishes with a modern Mediterranean twist.

''Pallas'' restaurant

We believe that the food we serve must be of the highest quality ingredients with all their natural flavors kept, and carefully prepared to trigger all of your senses!

Palazzo Almare Restaurant

The best Restaurant in Heraklion area and one of the best restaurants in whole Crete.

Peskesi Restaurant

Sea food and fish play the main role at 7 Seas restaurant and are distinguished by their quality, freshness and their masterly way they are cooked.

7 Thalasses Seafood & Sushi Restaurant Heraklion

Fantastic! a secret spot, a little hidden, but wonderful! It does have tourist, very rarely, and is always full!

Vourvouladiko

The Kouzeineri is a restaurant in the city center of Heraklion a few meters from the sea.

Kouzeineri restaurant

Traditional tavern with a variety traditional food.

''Madares'' Tavern

A seaside fish restaurant right on the beach of Marathi, with delicious seafood dishes and other fresh specialties with a Cretan touch.

Patrelantonis Tavern

Sweet Dreams Pastry

Enjoy breakfast, coffee, exquisite food or superb cocktails and drinks in the Old Town of Chania!

Bohème

Exclusive food, you don't find a menu like this elsewhere!

Chalavro Open Bar - Open Kitchen

It is a family business with friendly atmosphere and rustic design.

Taverna ''Thea''

A lovely tavern in the middle of a picturesque place!

Sillamos Tavern

"Kosmas" Traditional Tavern

We have great respect for our culinary heritage and passion to share innovative creations using our island’s magnificent culinary treasures

"Kritamon" Τavern

If you want enjoy home made food  in Heraklion, ''Paradosiako''  is the best choice!

''Paradosiako'' tavern

In this family tavern, the food is great with plenty to choose from and recommendations from the cook about the daily specials.

''Giannikos'' Tavern

A great taverna to finish off the day with its stunning view over the bay of Plakias.

''Plateia'' tavern

True traditional Cretan dishes from local ingredients fresh from their own garden and their local wine was delicious.

''To Kapileio'' Tavern

Your tasteful adventure begins from Mikro Livadi...

''To Mikro Livadi'' Restaurant

A multilevel outdoor site consisting of plane tress, rocks and water with a sense of freshness and tranquility will pleasantly surprise you.

''Athivoles'' Tavern

Lovely and genuine Cretan taverna overlooking the beautiful Kournas lake.

''Kavalos'' tavern

Definitely one of the best Burger in the city.

Mojo Burgers

It's the first souvlaki place, that opened in Rethymno!

''Nikos'' souvlaki

The Cream Society

Meli - Ice-cream place

Whether you decide to taste the finest dining selections, or a refreshing cocktail with your friends or loved ones, Votsalo is the absolute choice.

Baja Beach bar - ''Votsalo'' Restaurant

The main concept behind the Baboo beach bar is to create a relaxing atmosphere of a luxurious beach, a chic and stylish proposal of enjoying a relaxing day or night!

Baboo Lounge Beach Bar

The restaurant of the Kapsaliana Village Hotel is the ideal spot to discover the local cuisine and enjoy unique gastronomic experiences

Kapsaliana Village Hotel Restaurant

Product quality, pure undistorted recipes and honesty in price.

Hasika Tavern

Staras 1869 tavern

Psaropoúla tavern

Ligo Vouno Ligo Thalassa

Galini Taverna

Serenissima Restaurant

''Neoria'' tavern

This is really a superb place to eat authentic Cretan food at the small picturesque town of Chania.

Chrisostomos Restaurant

Gramboussa

Eugōnía tavern

''Sketi Gluka'' pastry

Rethymno port

supermarket (AB Basilopoulos)

Supermarket lidl

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket Sinka

supermarket open 7 days

Supermarket Papadakis (Open 7 days)

Super market ''Pavlakis''

Supermarket Chalkiadakis

Grocery Shop Polioudakis

Grocery Shop Chasikos

Grocery shop ''To manaviko''

Traditional bakery Alexandrakis

Holidays Simplified

Welcome basket will be provided at the check in which can be a variety of traditional Cretan treats or fruits depending on the season availability.

Welcome Basket

The team is available to answer any questions you may have—no task is too big or too small for us to help you navigate Crete during your holidays.We can offer expert suggestions and provide local knowledge on food places, activities, beaches, and nightlife entertainment. Etouri is able to have priority in securing the best seating with a view, the best-tailored experiences with extra perks, and ensure you don’t waste your valuable holiday time on mediocre experiences.

Concierge Service

We can offer expert suggestions and provide local knowledge on food places, activities, beaches, and nightlife entertainment. Etouri is able to have priority in securing the best seating with a view, the best-tailored experiences with extra perks, and ensure you don’t waste your valuable holiday time on mediocre experiences.

Expert suggestions on the local area

Concierge team is available exclusively to our guests, and we are connected via the villa phone, which is linked to our office, WhatsApp, email, or a simple phone call— we will remain next to you.

Connected On Villa Phone

Grocery shopping for basic items can be done before your arrival in order to assist you after your long journey.

Shopping before arrival

Garden maintenance is done in accordance to appropriate necessary scheduling and will be communicated to the guest upon arrival.

Garden Maintenance

Pool maintenance

Pool Towels

Cleaning is performed before arrival as well as final cleaning. During your stay you will enjoy turnover every three days.

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Villa Elli

A Magical Garden Retreat

Ideal for Family, Relaxing

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120m²

300m²

2026

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Villa Elli

A Magical Garden Retreat

Ideal for Family, Relaxing

4

8

2

4/1

120m2

300m2

2026

Available services

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120m²

300m²