{"id":7604,"date":"2018-10-01T17:30:03","date_gmt":"2018-10-01T16:30:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/test\/?p=7604"},"modified":"2018-10-01T12:53:31","modified_gmt":"2018-10-01T11:53:31","slug":"three-fabulous-vintage-travel-villas-families-crete","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/blog\/three-fabulous-vintage-travel-villas-families-crete\/","title":{"rendered":"Three fabulous Vintage Travel villas for families in Crete"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Being doused in sunshine for much of the year, blessed with a periphery of beautiful golden beaches and hidden little coves, and laden with ancient sites of historical interest, it\u2019s not surprising that Crete remains one of Europe\u2019s top holiday destinations.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7605\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/899_1-710x474.jpg\" alt=\"Blue Sea villa, Crete\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Couples looking for romantic breaks, families wanting fun in the sun and discerning travellers yearning for some cultural enlightenment, Crete has something for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for high-quality, self-catering accommodation with a private pool on the beautiful island of Crete for a family holiday, take a look at the following three Vintage Travel villas in Crete.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Asterion, Agia Triada, Rethimnon<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/villa_details.cfm?p_id=1187\">Asterion<\/a> is a stunning stone-built country house that enjoy fabulous views of the surrounding countryside that stretches across to the sea. This beautifully-presented rural home has three bedrooms and three bathrooms, sleeping up to six guests in comfort \u2013 perfect for larger families.<\/p>\n<p>Asterion\u2019s circular pool will undoubtedly be the focal point of al-fresco fun, which looks out towards the most captivating of views. The village of Agia Triada is just 1km from this beautiful country home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epavlis Plaka, Plaka Almyrida<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Another stunning three-bedroom, three bathroom villa on Crete that can sleep six guests is the fabulous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/villa_details.cfm?p_id=739\">Epavlis Plaka<\/a>. This traditional-style home is just 1km from Almyrida Beach and a five-minute walk from authentic Greek tavernas, making it a great choice of accommodation for families.<\/p>\n<p>Though with a fantastic swimming pool, a spacious sun terrace and a built-in barbecue, persuading the family to leave Epavlis Plaka\u2019s grounds might be challenging!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Blue Sea, Maleme<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Families of four might be attracted to the impressive villa that goes by the name of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/villa_details.cfm?p_id=899\">Blue Sea<\/a>, likely to have derived from the vast stretch of beach virtually at the bottom of the villa\u2019s garden.<\/p>\n<p>This fantastic cubist, whitewashed villa is contemporary, spacious and is located in the most enviable of positions just 100m from Maleme Beach and 300m from a local taverna. 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