Privileged by the sweeping vistas of the sea, the White Mountains and the golden Cretan sunset, these villas offer privacy without sacrificing convenience. The project consists of ten villas located in the wonderful traditional village of Episkopi, at a short distance from Rethymno and various beaches across the northern coastline of Crete.

Each villa has a two-floor layout with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen area.

Outside, the terraces are arranged similarly to enhance outdoor living on two levels. The lower level is filled with lush greenery, while the upper level hosts a pool and a BBQ area under a wooden pergola, offering a vantage point to enjoy the views of the surrounding landscape. The layout of the villas on the hillside ensures that each villa enjoys optimal views.

Inspired by the island's rich cultural heritage and following the strict building rules for the protected village of Episkopi, Cretan Sunset Villas are designed with traditional elements such as stone walls, wooden frames, arches, and tiled roofs, blending timeless charm with modern comfort.

Key Features

Private plots.

Private pools.

Contemporary and traditional architecture blend – use of natural materials such as stone and wood.

BBQ areas and wooden pergolas.

Developer

Cretan Sunset Villas is being developed by a refined architectural and construction company, with a trans-disciplinary group of architects, designers, and engineers who are creating prominent spaces tailored to their clients' needs as well as the land and the setting concerned.

Their office delivers projects from concept to design and construction, focusing on a diverse range of work and scale with plenty of experience. They stand out for their high quality and aesthetic excellence, as they perfectly blend tradition with modern architectural trends and new building techniques with sustainable design principles.

Rentals

These properties are an ideal choice if you are looking for a combination of own use and rentals or if you are interested in investing in a property to generate extra rental income. Crete offers the longest holiday season among Greek islands. The North of Crete, close to Rethymno, is a top choice for villa rentals from April to November. As an added value, their size allows for easy accommodation for families and larger groups.

Location

Cretan Sunset Villas enjoy a hillside location, surrounded by olive trees and vineyards, on the outskirts of Episkopi Village. The village itself, listed as a traditi?n?l s?ttlement of the island, retains its authentic charm with preserved old houses and numerous churches. It is built of narrow streets leading to a central square, where locals gather at traditional cafes and taverns to chat over local food and raki.

Episkopi Beach, approximately 3 km away, is part of a long stretch of coastline between the towns of Chania and Rethymno. This sandy part of the coastline begins at Georgioupoli and extends eastward for roughly 9 km. 

Episkopi is a prime location to live and explore Crete, with a variety of pebbly and sandy beaches, archaeological sights and stunning nature. Here, you can refresh yourself away from the crowds while you enjoy the livelier, more cosmopolitan lifestyle of Rethymno whenever you want.

Nearby attractions include:

Episkopi Village Center: 350 m (ATM, Supermarket, Retail shops, Restaurants)

Episkopi Beach: 3 km

Ancient City of Lappa: 5 km

Lake Kournas: 9 km

Rethymno Town Center: 18 km

Chania: 51 km

Chania International Airport: 55 km