Villea Village

The Resort and Its Setting

Villea Village is an independent timeshare property located on Crete, affiliated with RCI (Resort Condominiums International). That RCI link means owners aren't limited to the resort itself: weeks or points can be deposited into the RCI system and exchanged for stays at other affiliated resorts worldwide. As an independent resort rather than part of a branded hotel chain, Villea Village's day-to-day running, and any resale process, sits with the resort's own management or owners' association rather than a large corporate head office.

Crete: The Area and Things to Do

Crete needs little introduction. It's a large island with a rare mix of ancient history, dramatic landscapes, and a long Mediterranean coastline. Within reasonable driving distance of the resort, owners and guests can take in Knossos Palace, one of the most significant Minoan archaeological sites anywhere, and Heraklion, Crete's capital, whose Archaeological Museum houses the Phaistos Disc and other Minoan finds. Further afield, the Samaria Gorge offers one of Europe's great hiking routes, while Chania's old Venetian harbour is worth the longer drive for its architecture, seafood tavernas and lighthouse views. Closer to home, Crete's beaches, with their turquoise water and beachside tavernas, are an easy draw for anyone staying at Villea Village. Between the archaeology, the hiking, and the coastline, this is a part of Greece that rewards both a quiet week and an active one.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own a week at Villea Village and are considering selling or renting it out, BidMyTimeshare works as an owner-to-owner marketplace: you list the week yourself, set your own asking price, and interested buyers or renters contact you directly through the platform. There's no commission taken on the sale; sellers simply pay a small one-time listing fee to get their week in front of buyers.

Because Villea Village is an independent resort, the resale process, including any transfer fee, right of first refusal, or paperwork, is handled by the resort's own management or owners' association rather than a branded resale desk. Before agreeing a price with a buyer, it's worth asking the resort directly for the current transfer fee and the latest annual maintenance fee, since these figures aren't published centrally and can change from year to year. A buyer should also confirm in writing whether the RCI affiliation carries over with the week, since exchange company membership isn't always automatic on a resale and may need to be set up separately once the transfer completes.

Renters, meanwhile, are typically looking for straightforward things: clear dates, an honest description of the unit and its view, and confirmation of what's included in the stay. Being upfront about the RCI affiliation, the resort's independent status, and Crete's peak travel months (roughly May through October) will help set the right expectations for anyone booking a week here.

Practical Notes for Owners and Buyers

Crete runs on the Euro, and cards and ATMs are easy to find in Heraklion, Chania and other tourist areas, though small villages and traditional tavernas may still prefer cash. English is widely spoken wherever tourism is established, so language is rarely a barrier for international owners or renters. Anyone planning to explore beyond the resort, whether that's Knossos, the Samaria Gorge, or the smaller coastal towns, will find a hire car makes a real difference, as public transport links between Crete's sights are limited.