Stay · Taste · Feel Crete
Four family-owned villas with private pools, 15 minutes from Rethymno. Find the one that fits your stay.
Each villa has its own character, its own feel, its own reason to choose it. Pick the story that fits your people: in the village of Asteri, or with sea views in Stavromenos.
The Carpenter’s House
Heritage, family stories and village life
⚡ Free EV charging, on request
Good to know: children’s pool · two floors · part of MAZI
Slow Living
Family ease in a citrus garden
⚡ Free EV charging, on request
Good to know: hydromassage pool · citrus garden · part of MAZI
Togetherness
Quiet privacy and easy ground-floor living
⚡ Free EV charging, on request
Good to know: children’s pool · all on one level · part of MAZI
New Memories
Sea views, privacy and space to slow down
Good to know: sea views · about 800 m from the beach
Compare the four villas side by side →
4.89 · Airbnb host rating for our four villas, from 195 reviews · 4.8 · 34 Google reviews
“Thank you Argyris. We had a great stay, fabulous villa, good location, quiet and everything you would need. Very comfy beds, fully equipped and with a pool. We will have no hesitation to return.”Villa AsteriThe Carpenter’s House
“Gorgeous place with everything you need. Would highly recommend!”Villa KitronSlow Living
“The location is very peaceful and quiet at night. Not much around but walking distance to a few restaurants. It is further from the main town but he recommended us a great taxi service that was available all the time we needed it! The villa was very clean and well equipped. Would defo come back again!”Villa ArgirisNew Memories
“Beautiful villa which suited our family perfectly. Stunning interior and exterior with lots of facilities outside which really enhanced our holiday, such as the pizza oven and BBQ – not to mention the stunning pool and comfortable loungers. Argyris was really good too – he always responded quickly to questions and even left us a delicious cake for our birthdays!!”Villa AsteriThe Carpenter’s House
“Mornings were especially peaceful, with birdsong and views over the trees, and the evenings brought beautiful sunsets and cool breezes.”Villa KitronSlow Living
“Everything was perfect. The house was beautiful, spotless, comfortable and incredibly well equipped … it really felt like a home rather than just a rental. … One of the best Airbnb experiences we’ve had, and we’ve had a lot.”Villa MyrriniTogetherness
“We were a group of seven friends (4 families), it was perfect for us. The pool was a dream and we ate most meals in the outside upper area, BBQ’s and Pizza nights, lots of Greek salad.”Villa ArgirisNew Memories
“We were a group of 8 adults, all friends from Sydney Australia. … We were able to cook a few meals there making full use of the outdoor bbq area as well as the beautiful swimming pool. House was clean, comfortable and homey.”Villa AsteriThe Carpenter’s House
“Argyris is an extremely patient person. He waited for us at check-in and explained everything we needed to know. In addition, he gave us directions to restaurants and other activities.”Villa KitronSlow Living
“It was within walking distance from a few local restaurants and shops, it was clean and cozy, and Argyris clearly puts effort into making it feel luxurious with beautiful flowers and greenery around the property and particularly the pool area. … When I needed to change some plans last minute and needed help finding a taxi service, Argyris arranged one for me!”Villa MyrriniTogetherness
“We stayed at Villa Argiris’s as 4 couples for a week and had an amazing time. The villa was stunning and nice and private. [Argyris] gave us many recommendations and was extremely responsive with any queries we had.”Villa ArgirisNew Memories
“Our family of 7 adults had an incredible stay at the villa. … The villa is spacious and beautifully designed with the internal stone walls so influenced by Cretan architecture. The photos are exactly as we found everything.”Villa AsteriThe Carpenter’s House
“Villa at the top! Well located, quiet, close to Rethymno, just like the photos and very clean. Excellent communication with Argyris, who is extremely kind and gives good advice.”Villa KitronSlow Living
“Beautiful place with lovely view of the pool and ocean from the balcony terrace, beds were comfy and bathrooms were clean, kitchen was more than what we needed with plenty of room for the 5 of us. … The private pool was gorgeous and we absolutely made the most of it during our stay.”Villa MyrriniTogetherness
“We stayed in the villa with a group of 8 friends. We had a really nice stay. The swimming pool was really nice, as well as the outside seating area. You can enjoy whole days here together. The villa is private with no neightbours close to the villa, so not too much worries about noise.”Villa ArgirisNew Memories
“The pool and the terrace are a dream, and so are the views, all surrounded by olive trees. … And best of all are Argyris’s recommendations.”Villa MyrriniTogetherness
Reviews are from guests who stayed with us, published on Airbnb. Some are shortened (…); nothing else is changed. We do not pay for reviews.
Villa Asteri, Villa Kitron and Villa Myrrini, side by side in Asteri Village. Each household has its own house and pool, and nobody is far from anyone else.
Made for
MAZI is accommodation for your group. Celebrations at the villas are not something we host; a small gathering for staying guests may be possible on request.
Explore the pools, outdoor living areas, interiors, family details and Rethymno landscapes that shape each Amazing Villas in Crete stay.
Every journey is different. Discover the Crete that speaks to you.
Explore your interests
Food & Gastronomy
Olive oil, wild greens, cheese from the hills and whatever is in season: eating well is part of everyday life here.
Book direct and your stay starts with a Cretan Breakfast Basket; the rest you can explore at your own pace.
More in Taste Crete: tastings, producers and food all year →
Culture & Traditions
Centuries of history still shape daily life here, from Rethymno’s Old Town to the monasteries and village celebrations.
Spend the day among the island’s history, then come back to the quiet of your own house and pool.
Villages & Local Life
Away from the busy coast, villages keep their own rhythm: a kafeneio in the square, a bakery, neighbours who know each other.
The Skordilis family built their home in Asteri in 1955. Ask Argyris where to go; he knows the places the guidebooks leave out.
Nature & Discovery
From the sandy north coast to the coves of the south and the villages under Psiloritis, the landscape changes within a day’s drive.
Plan your days out from a private base near Rethymno, with time for the pool when you return.
Family & Togetherness
Some of the best holiday moments are the simplest: breakfast together, a day somewhere new, an evening around the outdoor table.
Each villa is a whole house with its own pool. For larger groups, MAZI brings together three neighbouring villas in Asteri.
Rest & Restore
Some trips are not about seeing more: a long breakfast outside, a swim before the day warms up, evenings with nowhere to be.
Each villa is a whole house with its own pool and garden. Stay a week or longer and the days find their own rhythm.
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Plan your stay
Where the villas areAsteri Village and Stavromenos, east of Rethymno. Heraklion airport about an hour, Chania about 75 minutes.Asteri or Stavromenos →
Meet ArgyrisHe grew up in Asteri and is the person you talk to, from choosing a villa to your last evening.About Argyris →
Book directBook with the family who owns the villas: speak to Argyris before and during your stay.Why book direct →
MagazakimOur local hub in Asteri, opening in May 2027, for the things that make a villa stay feel like Crete.See Magazakim →Right in the middle of Crete’s north coast, between the island’s two main airports. Heraklion is about an hour away and Chania about 75 minutes, so take whichever has the better flight.
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Distances are approximate, by road, without stops. Villa Argiris is close to the coast but not beachfront.
“Argyris grew up in Asteri and knows the villas, villages and practical details of the area firsthand.”
He is the person guests can contact when they need help choosing a villa, understanding the different locations, planning their arrival or finding places that suit their family or group. The support is direct and practical: a real local person to ask before you book and during your stay.
Villa Asteri was the Skordilis family home and his father’s carpentry workshop; the tools still hang on the walls. Read the story →
A local hospitality hub in Asteri, opening in May 2027, for the things that make a villa stay feel like Crete.
Details will be published only when confirmed.
See what Magazakim is Ask Argyris about MagazakimYes, at any of our villas. Villa Asteri and Villa Argiris sleep 8 in four bedrooms with four bathrooms; Villa Asteri and Villa Myrrini have a children’s pool, and Villa Myrrini is all on one level. For more space, two or three neighbouring villas in Asteri Village can be booked together as MAZI, for up to 20 guests.
Any of the four. Villa Asteri and Villa Argiris sleep 8, with four bedrooms and four bathrooms; Villa Argiris has sea views in Stavromenos, about 800 m from the nearest beach. Villa Kitron and Villa Myrrini sleep 6; Villa Kitron has three bathrooms plus a WC and a hydromassage pool.
Yes. Every villa has Wi-Fi and a workspace. April, May and October are quieter months that suit longer stays.
Villa Asteri suits guests looking for heritage and village character; Villa Kitron offers family ease in a citrus garden; Villa Myrrini offers quieter single-level living; and Villa Argiris offers greater privacy and panoramic sea views in Stavromenos. Use the Villa Quiz, compare the villas or ask Argyris for a personal recommendation.
Yes. Villa Asteri, Villa Kitron and Villa Myrrini form MAZI in Asteri and can accommodate up to 20 guests, subject to availability. Other one- or two-villa combinations may also be possible.
Villa Asteri, Villa Kitron and Villa Myrrini are in Asteri village. Villa Argiris is in Stavromenos. Both locations are east of Rethymno and provide practical access to the town, coast and wider region.
No. Villa Argiris has panoramic sea views and is close to the coast, but it is not beachfront and does not have a private beach.
The villas welcome families and each has a private pool. Villa Asteri and Villa Myrrini also have a children’s pool. The pools are not described as toddler-safe or fully secured, and children must be supervised by parents or accompanying adults at all times. Infants under 2 stay free in a cot, on request.
Yes. The villas and MAZI can provide accommodation for relatives and friends attending a wedding in the Rethymno area. The properties are promoted as guest accommodation, not as ceremony, reception or event venues.
A car is recommended for most stays because it gives easier access to beaches, villages, Rethymno and day-trip routes. Guests who plan a more limited stay can ask Argyris about their specific location and transport needs before booking.
Yes, at Villa Asteri, Villa Kitron and Villa Myrrini. EV charging is free for guests, with a Type 2 charger rated up to 22 kW; please let Argyris know before you arrive. Villa Argiris has no EV charging point.
Villa Myrrini and Villa Argiris are arranged on one level, while Villa Asteri has ground-floor bedrooms. None should be assumed to be officially wheelchair-accessible. Guests with mobility requirements should contact Argyris before booking to discuss entrances, steps and bathroom layouts.
No. Experiences such as cooking, private dining, olive-oil or wine activities are optional, subject to availability and may be delivered by independent local partners. Ask before booking or during your stay for current possibilities.
Use Check availability to view direct availability, choose a villa or send Argyris your dates and group details. For MAZI, larger groups or complex room needs, a personalised enquiry is the best starting point.
Check availability for your dates or send Argyris a few details about your group. We will help you choose the right villa or combination before you book.
Four private villas · Asteri and Stavromenos · Near Rethymno
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