Close to windsurfing, jet skiing, and more, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 11-minute drive to Heraklion Port or the 13-minute drive to Palace of Knossos (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

After you return, you can unwind by the outdoor pool or sip a drink in the hot tub; you may also like the garden and porch or lanai. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

A living room, a BBQ grill, and air conditioning are featured at this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, a microwave, and cookware. And you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll also have access to laundry facilities.