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This home combines exceptional design with thoughtful service to bring you the best of island living. Offering sweeping views across Crete's coast, both the multi-level garden and stylish bedrooms are as impressive as the next. You’ll also be welcomed by a team of staff who are on hand to ensure your stay goes smoothly. Along with a range of extra services (including a private chef and beauty treatments), you'll find the private pool, pétanque court, and ping pong table deliver a great source of entertainment. You will need a car here, but it’s just a fifteen-minute drive to the nearest beaches and the old town of Rethymno.
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What to expect
Highlights
Drive fifteen minutes to Rethymno and explore the historic streets
Find a wonderful sense of privacy and peace by the pool
Enjoy sweeping views while relaxing on one of the many terraces
Savour Greek made by a private chef as the sun goes down
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Home truths
We recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay. There’s free private parking here, plus two bicycles you're free to use.
This is a serviced villa. Daily housekeeping and pool and garden maintenance are included.
The main house is spread across three levels with no lift. Two bedrooms are in the main house, while the rest are in seven independent bungalows. Five are attached to the main house and two are located within the grounds.
If you're travelling with children, your host can provide a free cot and high chair. You'll need to request them in advance. Due to the unfenced pool and tiered garden, little ones will need to be supervised outside at all times.
Your host provides a welcome hamper on arrival.
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor seating
Desk
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Private outdoor pool
Bedrooms & bathrooms
9 bedrooms, 9 beds
9 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Airport pick up
Arrange a chef
Cab booking
Daily cleaning
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Additional fees
Your host can help arrange various methods of transport for an additional fee, including airport transfers and private drivers, car hire and bike rentals, as well as boat trips.
Your host can also provide luxury concierge services and offers daily excursions, beauty treatments, breakfast, babysitters, yoga and pilates sessions, and a private chef for an additional fee.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Rethymno
A labyrinthine Old Town, a bustling promenade and an enchanting Venetian port – Rethymno really does have it all. The latter is where you’ll find most of the crowds, but a quick stroll up Paleokastro Hill and you’ll be away from the masses, gazing out at the Cretan Sea from the star-shaped citadel of the Fortezza. The town’s Venetian influence is obvious up here, but you won’t be able to...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Explore the Venetian Fortezza Castle
Imposing ruins of a 16th-century Venetian citadel offering panoramic views of Rethymno town and port. Get a sense of its heyday and visit the restored mosque for an impressive cultural experience.
Explore the Rimondi Venetian Fountain
An elaborate public fountain with Corinthian columns, built in 1626 by the Venetian governor Rimondi. Drinkable water, lovely antiquities, and a chilled atmosphere make it a charming spot to relax and people watch.
Explore Porta Guora
Step into the old town with narrow streets, colourful shops, and charming restaurants. Immerse yourself in the local atmosphere as you wander through the historic buildings and catch glimpses of everyday life. Don't miss the stunning marina nearby.
Delve into the stunning Melidoni Cave
Discover the fascinating history and stunning beauty of Melidoni Cave, with its illuminated chambers and impressive stalactites and stalagmites.
Feast at White Lady Taverna
This gem of a restaurant offers top-notch service, complimentary starters and sweets, delicious and fresh food, live music, and a warm welcome. Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience.
Take a stroll and unwind in Rethymnon Municipal Garden
A peaceful park with tree-lined paths, beautiful plants, and historical statues. Take a stroll, relax in the shade, and enjoy the well-maintained surroundings.
Get around
Airport
Heraklion N. Kazantzakis
1 hr 16 min
Chania International Ioannis Daskalogiannis
1 hr 26 min
Sitia Public "Vitsentzos Kornaros"
3 hr 4 min
Train station
Club Calimera Sunshine Kreta
1 hr 6 min
Bus stop
Kyrianna
8 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
11 min
Cafe
13 min
Pharmacy
12 min
Points of interest
Beach
Beach Pigianos Campos
16 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Etouri
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay.
Registration or licence number: 127903401000.
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