With a plethora of tavernas and fine dining restaurants, boutiques, cafes, fortress, museums and art culture, Rethymno is not to be missed. As the sun sets over Rethymno town, the atmosphere changes under the twinkling night sky. 

Amnatos is just a short drive from Rethymno town with its beautiful Turkish and Venetian architecture.

The villa sits between the charming villages of Pigi, Amnatos and Asteri, all of which have tavernas and amenities. The beach resort areas of Adelianos Kampos and Platanes are also close by with an array of restaurants, cafes, beach bars and amenities.  

Arkadi monastery is within a 20 minute drive and is a must see. The scenery along the way is stunning and the monastery has a very interesting history. The ruins of Ancient Elefterna and museum allow you to discover some of Rethymno’s history.

There are many villages to explore around the area, Margarites being one of them. Take a stroll around the beautiful mountain village, famous for its handmade pottery and soak up the atmosphere in one of the traditional tavernas. 

Located just a short drive from the highway, you are in a prime position to explore the south or west of the island but also within an hours drive of Heraklion. If you don’t want to travel far there is plenty to explore on your doorstep. Lake Kournas, known as the “Emerald’ lake,  is  just 40 minutes drive away. Hire a pedalo or paddle boat and turtle spot, swim in the lake or simply enjoy the glorious scenery and environment in one of the lakeside tavernas.  Argiropouli is famous for its lush green vegetation and water springs. Many of the tavernas have water wheels and are famous for fresh trout and ‘antikristo’ lamb cooked slowly over an open fire. 

Head south and visit the tombs of Armeni, an unusual discovery, and continue on to the village of Spili with its lions’ head fountains and craft shops. Explore the famous Amari valley and the plateaus of Psiloritis or enjoy a drive through the intimidating Kourtaliotiko canyon as you head down to the crystalline waters of south Crete.

If you simply want to sit back and relax, discover one of the many nearby resort areas such as Panormo or Bali with their pretty harbours. Whatever you decide, we are sure you will love what the local area has to offer.