Crete

Crete, the largest island in Greece, is a rugged isle steeped in history, stunning nature, and vibrant culture. From luxury beachfront villas to hillside properties with spectacular sea views, our Crete collection has it all.

With over 1,000 kilometres of coastline, Crete is home to some of the world's most beautiful beaches, from the sandy shores in the north to more secluded rugged coves in the south. The island's most famous beach is Elafonisi, on the southwest coast, known for its pink sand and crystal-clear water. Other top beaches to explore are Balos in the northwest, with its brilliant white sand and turquoise water; Vai, in the northeast, known for golden sands shaded by palm groves; and Preveli in the south, distinctive due to its black sands and scenic, palm-lined river.

Crete is perfect for nature lovers. Hike through fragrant olive groves, the sun dappling through gnarled branches, or trek through thyme-strewn mountains, savouring the panoramic vistas from the likes of the White Mountains, the Dikti Mountains, and the Lefka Ori. Kayak through turquoise coves or dive into hidden bays, a kaleidoscope of coral teeming with life. Sail along the rugged coastline, discovering secluded coves and hidden beaches.

The other main draw of Crete is its history, with the island being home to some of the most important archaeological sites in the world. The labyrinthine ruins of the Palace of Knossos – birthplace of the Minoan civilization – are a must-see, with frescoes of mighty bulls and dancing dolphins splashed across carefully-restored walls. Other sites well worth a visit include the Minoan Palace of Phaistos, the Minoan settlement of Akrotiri, and the former leper colony on the island of Spinalonga, to name but a few!

Luxury private villas in Crete are dotted all across the island, from Chania, Rethymno and Heraklion on the north coast to Agios Nikolaos in the east to quaint, lesser-known villages on the south coast. So, whether you prefer a luxury property on the beachfront, one nestled in the rugged countryside, surrounded by olive groves, or one perched on the cliffs overlooking the Aegean and the surrounding islands, our portfolio of luxury villas in Crete has a property to suit.