We had a great time staying at Iris Beach Villa in May. We were lucky to arrive with the sun (second week of May) and spent lovely sunny days in the garden and pool - which were just as stunning as the pictures. At night we loved listening to the sea lapping against the beach.
The villa is really well equipped and the owner, Marianna, was exceptionally hospitable. The pantry was well stocked and she left us a huge basket of fruit, a platter of fresh cheese pies, all the cooking essentials, as well as tea, coffee pods, milk, water, juice and wine! We were ready to go! She also advised us on great local restaurants and beaches - her recommendation to visit Prima Plora about 100m walk from the villa was a great one, and we had a brilliant evening there.
Marianna was also very quick to help us when we needed a doctor, and she arranged for us to see someone immediately which was a huge comfort.
That said, she also gave us all the space we needed to make the villa feel like our own.
We were travelling with two kids (2 & 4) and the villa worked brilliantly for them - with extras like a high chair, potty, cot, pool inflatables and kids plates and cups. Having stayed in many villas without these facilities this really helped us feel welcome and at ease with our kids.
The location is brilliant for exploring Rethymno and there are plenty of restaurants and shops in walking distance.
I would thoroughly recommend Iris Beach Villa.