Discover the best holiday rentals: self-catering villas, charming holiday homes and unique apartments Crete
The beauty of staying in a holiday home lies in the rhythm you set for yourself. Whether it's a minimalist beach house, a secluded stone cottage or a design-led villa with sweeping views, these spaces offer the freedom to live like a local, but with more style, privacy and intention, be it for couples, families or groups of friends. At Secretplaces, we seek out holiday homes and villas that stand out for their architecture, ambience and setting — places where the materials matter, the light is right, and the atmosphere invites calm. From refined apartments in historic cities to countryside retreats framed by olive groves, our handpicked selection goes beyond the functional. These are spaces with soul. Whether you're preparing a slow breakfast in a sunlit kitchen, enjoying the quiet of a mountain chalet, or watching the sea change colour from a villa with a pool, the essence is always the same: considered design and the luxury of simplicity. Each place in our collection has been handpicked for its style, soul, and sense of place.
Boutique holiday homes, villas, and self-catering apartments — curated with care:
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Cottages - Medium Budget- Greece
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- Crete
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- Makrys Gialos
We have found a magic hideaway, a secret well kept by those in the know. In the Aspros Potamos (White River) Valley, just half a mile from the shore in the south-east corner of Crete, thirteen unique cottages, the White River Cottages, lie scattered among groves of olive, pine and carob.- Countryside
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- 13 properties
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- from 85 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Medium Budget- Greece
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- Crete
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- Koutouloufari
White Blue Villa in Crete is a small exclusive villa with great charm and personal services. Villa Ippocampi is a charming hideaway ideal for a grown-up getaway to the sun. This little gem created with love and dedication is perfect for a honeymoon, a romantic break, or a getaway with friends.- Coast
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- 13 rooms
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- from 120 EUR
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Holiday homes villas - Low BudgetElounda Island Villas is a charming family-run accommodation located near Elounda, Crete. It offers 10 luxurious apartments with balconies overlooking the sea. The villas are eco-friendly and connected to Elounda by an ancient stone bridge, making them the only buildings on the islet.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 3 properties
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- from 807.14 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Medium BudgetElounda Island Villas in Crete offer a welcoming atmosphere for relaxation and exploration. Choose from nine cosy holiday apartments with sea and mountain views. There's a small sandy beach in front, and you can access the beautiful Kolokytha bay nearby, known for its turquoise waters.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 9 properties
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- from 100 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Low Budget- Greece
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- Crete
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- Makrys Gialos
The White Houses of Crete offer a relaxing holiday in Makrigialos, southeast Crete. They provide apartments and houses close to the old harbour, sandy beaches, restaurants, and bars. It's a less touristy destination with opportunities to explore ancient culture, gorges, and mountain villages.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 5 properties
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- from 125 EUR
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Holiday Apartment - Low BudgetTo Spiti is a self-catering apartment in Chania's historic district. This charming property, dating back to 1400, was lovingly restored, blending its original features with contemporary style. The apartment is suitable for travellers seeking unique and functional accommodation.- Island
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- 4 people
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- from 125 EUR
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Holiday home villa - Low BudgetVerekinthos Villas in Crete offer a unique blend of past and present in a lovingly restored family farmhouse from the 1800s. Guests can enjoy mountain views, a swimming pool, outdoor entertainment areas, and a telescope for stargazing. A mix of luxury and rural old-world charm.- Mountain
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- 8 people
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- from 210 EUR
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Hotel & Self-Catering - High Budget- Greece
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- Crete
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- Koutouloufari
Villa Zoe is a boutique hotel in Crete, owned by German hosts Daniela and Martin, offering five uniquely decorated rooms with a bohemian-chic atmosphere. The property boasts stunning sea views and a peaceful ambiance, sans TVs, providing guests with a tranquil, design-conscious retreat.- Coast
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- 5 rooms
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- from 200 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Low BudgetA studio with a kitchenette and a duplex apartment with two double beds for 4 people, a kitchen, and a lovely terrace, right in front of the Chania market and just a few steps from the historic centre. Very well equipped, comfortable, and with an excellent location.- City
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- from 95 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Medium Budget- Greece
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- Crete
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- Moni (Crete)
This beautiful corner is a country retreat, set in a 200-year-old family home fully renovated with 4 self-contained apartments, hidden behind tall garden gates and nestled among olive groves. A magnet for outdoor activity enthusiasts and just a short drive from the beautiful beaches of Sougia.- Countryside
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- 4 rooms
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- from 183 EUR