Villa vacation rentals in Bali

An amazing place, beautiful interior and a superb outside space. Definitely lived up to expectations.

We had a fantastic time. The villa is stunning and had just been freshly renovated. Everything about it is designed to maximize the beautiful views, the airflow, peace and tranquility. The hosts were communicative, kind and generous with flexible check-in and out. The fantastic pool area, stonework, bathrooms, kitchen, linens, sauna/steamroom, washer & dryer, game room -- all were top quality. This was easily the most beautiful AirBnb we have ever stayed in. It was a good home base for exploring Crete. We were also happy to save one day for relaxing at the villa. We were only a family of four, and the villa could have easily held twice as many. Would love to return one day. Made wonderful memories here.

A little piece of paradise We had an unforgettable stay as a couple in this beautiful apartment in Agia Pelagia. Every morning started with breakfast under the bougainvillea, watching the sunrise over the sea – absolutely magical. Just a few steps and we were swimming in crystal-clear water. Pure bliss! The apartment is stylish, spotless, and well-equipped with all essentials like soap, detergent, and toilet paper. The kitchen allowed us to prepare meals comfortably and had all the necessary utensils. A lovely surprise was the thoughtful welcome gift: coffee, wine, fruit, cookies, and water – such a kind gesture. Shops are just minutes away on foot, and everything was super convenient. We truly felt at home and appreciated the care the hosts put into every detail. We’re already dreaming of coming back! Thank you for everything!

The house and views were beautiful. An out of the ordinary sandstorm rolled in and the owner immediately came to clean the outdoor area. She was very responsive and attentive. The house had everything we needed to cook breakfast. There are very few walkable places, but if you have a car, it is no problem. We would return, it was perfect for our group of 6.

We had an incredible stay with our family. The photos do not do it justice. It’s so beautiful and so peaceful. There were many lovely welcome food and drinks that we really appreciated. We had many activities and family in the area so we were out and about but were always looking forward to coming back to enjoy the house, the pool, and the gorgeous view. We also loved the hot tub when we got a little chilled from swimming since it was a bit early in season. We made sure to have a day to just do that. We used the indoor/outdoor theatre one night and that was really fun. All the rooms and the kitchen were perfectly appointed. Everything was so well thought out. We can’t wait to come again and stay longer and have time to use the outdoor kitchen, the gorgeous dining room and enjoy the beautiful pool and view again. Thank you Evi for an incredible stay at this beautiful house!

Maria was a lovely host and made a special effort by getting me a cake as we stayed at Asterios Villa during my birthday. There was also lovely touches of fresh fruit, wine, raki and local toiletries left for us. The villa itself is perfect and the location of Bali is brilliant for shops and restaurants. The pool and outdoor area was lovely and well maintained. Had good WiFi and aircon. The villa was well stocked with amenities for the dishwasher, washing machine and toilet roll as well. Had a beautiful view of the sea and hills. Anyone who stays here will not be disappointed. Thank you Maria

The stay there was very nice. We especially liked the pool area and the view to the sea. The place was very clean. Kyriaki was an amazing host. Right at check-in we received a small welcome gift with Greek specialties. Also, Kyriaki came during our stay to replace the linens and towels and clean the pool again. Highly recommended! The city of Bali is a little quieter and you definitely need a car. The nearest major city is Rethymno and is about a half hour drive.

Our stay at the Moundros luxury villa was a perfect place for the five of us girls to feel like we are at a private retreat. It was easy to get around with a car and the hosts were very helpful when it came to any recommendations. the home was super nice and clean and had the best views. the restaurant down the street is absolutely delicious. Meatballs and stuffed mushrooms were my favorite but you can’t go wrong with anything! We were able to easily explore the other parts of Crete and got the best of the mountain side and the city side. would highly recommend staying in this villa!

This place is a treasure. The views from the living room and kitchen are spectacular. The house has many clever features that are well designed. The area around Almyrida is fun to explore--go down to the beach or on a hike along the coast. Almyrida is a cute beach town, very welcoming. And we did several further from the town adventures. We had no idea that Crete has so much to offer--pottery in Margarites, beautiful beaches, intense hikes, exceptional museums, exploring Hania's historic streets. The property management team were wonderful to interact with. We felt so fortunate to find such a gem. Thank you!!! We sure hope we can return.

We had a fantastic stay at this villa - it was the perfect place for our family trip and we felt instantly at home. The villa is in a stunning location, with incredible sea views. It has all of the amenities you could need. Stamatis was an excellent, communicative host and helped us with great local recommendations. We will be back!

This is a 10/10 Villa. We have travelled a lot and this is by far the best Villa we have stayed in. We were a family of 9 (5 adults and 4 children aged 2, 4, 9 and 11). The views are stunning, the pool is big, all the rooms have private bathroom. Jacuzzi is also perfect for when the sun goes down! Theo was a wonderful host helping us, giving good recommendations and suprising as with some nice gestures. This Villa really is a Gem as the name suggests. As for the surroundings - it is 100% private! For me the best part was that there is a nice local village to walk to every night. There are some amazing Tavernas/Restaurants with delicious food and reasonable prices (also a mini-market). There is also a nice beach with a good restaurant and a nice cozy beach bar - it is only a 10 minute walk from the villa. And if you rent a car then it is a 10 minute ride to the Rethymnon old town, which is also a very nice place with lots of shops and restaurants. The Villa was worth every euro!

We had the most dreamy of times at the villa! Maria gave us a warm welcome and made us feel at home right away. We loved her hospitality and proactive hosting, giving us tips and recommendations of places to visit in the area. The place provided everything one could wish for, from pristine looking rooms to hammam showers, a fine gas bbq and shaded terrace, glorious swimming pool, comfy sofa and a kitchen chefs would enjoy. The surroundings are to die for. Sinuous roads and endless sea views, unique beaches, but also mountain hikes, gorges and wine tastings not far at all (car is a must). Closest taverna has delicious food. Agia Galini is a short drive away and offers all essentials should you need to shop, eat out, find an atm or go on a fishing boat trip. Thanks again for a fantastic stay! We will be back sooner than later!

We really enjoyed our stay in Thomais´resort. Thomais did everything to make us feel welcome and welcomed us with homemade cooking and wine. Located on the mountain top the distance to shopping and restaurants is several kilometers, but excellent taxi service solved this so we dropped our plans to rent a car.

Could not recommend this place enough. Me and my 4 mates went to this villa. (5 lads, all 21 years old) it was amazing, Magdalena met us at the villa when we landed to talk us through all that we needed and show us around. It was huge, 5 bedrooms and plenty of things to do inside the house, multiple TVs, big kitchen with all the things you’d need, blenders, coffee machine, cutlery etc. The views from the villa were incredible as we were on top of a hill. The pool was the perfect temperature in the day and even at night it was never really cold like most pools. The gym is small but you can manage well if you know what you are doing. It has a good pool table, table tennis, loads of card games and a PS4. Whenever we needed any help Magdalena would always respond in minutes. The price is great for what you get it is the best I have found. It is only 15-20 minutes drive from the city of Heraklion where there is plenty to do such as food and drink. I’d also recommend renting a car.

Amazing place, beautiful villa with personal bathrooms in each room and a huge citrus garden around. Perfect for big groups.

The villa is fantastic, both from the rooms and the beautiful location. The house is smaller than it looks in the photos, but it was perfect for 6 people. The host was always available and answered all our questions. We highly recommend it 😊

We had a one week stayover at the house. It was really nice, especially the pool was awesome and a good game partner for the kids. Paul is the housekeeper and he is absolutely friendly and helpful. The fridge wasn't working properly, but he helped us immediately. Good man! So sad that the holidays are over now. We would come back. Thanks everyone very much.

**5-Star Review:** "We had an incredible stay at this stunning property! The location was perfect—just a 4-minute drive to the beach, making it super convenient for us. The host went above and beyond, welcoming us with a homemade moussaka and a well-stocked fridge, which made us feel right at home. The property was very accommodating for our children, with plenty of space and thoughtful touches. The views were absolutely breathtaking, and we enjoyed every moment of our stay. Highly recommend this place for families or anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!"

this is a great Villa to stay at in central Crete that made it easy to branch off to many other areas of the island the best part was the Villa itself with its swimming pool and the views. great place to stay close to the small village of margarite. highly recommend it's got to be one of the best places to stay in all of Crete. Michalis was a great representing host.

This villa is a jewel and was the highlight of our trip! Exactly as described and pictured. Spacious, pristine and so comfortable. I’d say it’s easily the nicest villa in the area. The view is gorgeous and pool so luxurious. The host family was warm, welcoming and even met us with homemade moussaka! The place is peaceful and it was so lovely to wake up to birds chirping and the soft jingle of goat bells. My kids loved the ping pong. The location is ideal for visiting close beaches, and you can do day trips to Chania, Rethymno or Iraklion. The nearby village, Bali, has a beachfront with restaurants and tourist stores. We enjoyed our stay. Totally worth it!

We had a really nice vacation in the villa. The communication was fast, clear and really helpful. The house was clean and met all the expectations.

Great weeks stay, the little villa was perfect for us. The resort of Bali was just waking up after the winter season so only one beach bar restaurant open and then the supermarkets and a restaurant on the main strip. We therefore had lunch out and ate in / cooked most evenings. Mini pool we paid extra to be heated (12/20April) and prob wasn’t worth it as we spent the days on the beach. The villa itself is beautifully decorated and very modern, baths in the bedrooms were only used for towels and swimwear to hang over! Etouri were very responsive in assisting with transfers. Holiday was very relaxing and very chilled.

Nikos was an excellent host! He brought us fresh goodies and made sure we had everything needed. The home is beautiful and exactly has pictured. I recommend renting a car if you stay here as it is quite desolate location and not walkable to restaurants/shops.

We enjoyed a wonderful stay at the Villa in the last week of April (2025). The villa is a little on the small side, but was clean and comfortable. The outdoor area is incredible - the pool is lovely and the view is breath taking. We choose not to opt for the heated pool (our weather was low 20 degrees) and we were comfortable with the temperature on most days. Eleni did a great job at checking us in, the welcome basket was a lovely touch (and most appreciated) and Valia kept in touch with us during our stay to help with any questions. We chose not to rent a car but pre-booked taxis ahead of our stay - Crete Cab to and from the airport, and Bali Taxis for more local trips. Both of which were fantastic. The bus station is a little outside of Bali so not particularly convenient. The walk back up to the villa is a little steep but fine if you're of moderate fitness and weren't doing it numerous times in a day. We can't recommend the villa enough - it was beautiful, and so was Bali/Crete!