We have spent 8 days in the Villa Belle in Rethymno. The villa and its surroundings are huge and we felt like kings when we first entered the gate to this mansion. The view over the sea is wonderful as is the area around the pool. Besides all the amenities which are listed in the villa’s description, we were particularly struck by the kindness of the owner’s family. On some days they would bring us home grown fruits and vegetable and even fresh eggs from their own chicken. There are supermarkets very close by, easily reachable if you have a car. Otherwise, you can have dinner at many delicious restaurants either in the center of Rethymno or just a bit outside where locals offer you a perfect greek cuisine. Beautiful beaches are accessible either on the north or the south side of the island if you don't feel like hanging around the pool all day. Hence, if you are looking for a big house/villa, that leaves no wishes unfulfilled, this is definitely the perfect place. We hope to be back some day!