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Elaida Villa, Spacious, ideal for big groups, 50m2 pool, Shops walking distance

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
8 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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10

Exceptional

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8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 26300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Popular LocationReptisland6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMelidoni Cave8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuseum of Ancient Eleutherna15 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)53 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Elaida Villa, Spacious, ideal for big groups, 50m2 pool, Shops walking distance

The Private Amazing Retreat, is part of an Elite group of ThinkVilla bespoke stays, where hand-picked exceptional properties of outstanding 24/7 service, incredible tailored experiences and unique cultural charm await to inspire you. The Villa has been certified with the Seal of Approval, a 300’ Criteria Rating, for the unique design, innovation, individual quality & inspiring offerings only with ThinkVilla. The license number of the Greek National Tourism Organization is 1041Κ113Κ2692201

Bright, stylish Villa with easy indoor and outdoor living, a lovely, vast garden a spa whirlpool (not heated) and a private swimming pool. The stunning Villa Elaida boasts a wonderful position with grand views of the countryside, close to the sandy beach and small town Panormo (5min driving), classified as one of the most beautiful seaside locations in Rethymno and with many delightful villages to discover nearby. The Villa can accommodate up to 26 guests and is located within 200 metres from the centre of Perama town, where you will find big super markets, pharmacies, banks, taverns and all essentials for your daily needs!

Exterior
The property enjoys a superb location with wonderful views of the countryside. There are 2000 sq. m. of grounds. There are three terraces, a covered one off the living area with views of the pool area, ideal for outdoor meals, a second off the kitchen overlooking the orchards and a third on the other side of the kitchen in a garden shaded by trees. Within one hectare of land, the property has a spacious well-established garden with lawns and planted with olive trees. There is a beautiful, large, private pool (10X5 meters and 1,40 m deep), also featuring a children’s pool of 10 m2 and 0,60 m deep, as well as a non heated spa whirlpool tub. There are a lot of sun beds around the swimming pool where you can enjoy your sunbathing or sit by the pool late at the afternoon and relax while feeling the refreshing summer breeze on you. You can also find among the trees next to the pool area a children’s playground, a basketball and volleyball court, a ping pong table and a pool table while enjoying the beautiful views across the countryside.

Interior
The interior has been beautifully decorated and furnished with much attention to detail in a contemporary style well suited to its provincial setting. The rooms in the main house are distributed over two floors.

Ground Floor
When entering the house there is a large living room where you can enjoy some moments of relaxation while watching TV or sitting by the fireplace.There is also a dining area where you can enjoy your meal with your family and a fully equipped modern kitchen, as well as a family bathroom. Furthermore, there are three spacious bedrooms in the ground floor, each one covering 25 m2 and featuring its own ensuite bathroom and having a single sofa bed. Additionally, guests can access one more bedroom on the ground floor, which has its own private access and direct access to the garden, also equipped with its own en suite bathroom. Last but not least, it also provides a kitchenette and a living room where a sofa bed can open to a double bed, ready to welcome you for a comfortable stay!

Upper Floor
On the first floor, the remaining four, suite-type bedrooms of Villa Elaida are located, where guests can have their privacy and enjoy the comfort that they can offer. Each one has a separate bedroom with a double bed, its own small kitchenette, living room with a double sofa bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. One of the suites also has an additional single sofa bed. All bedrooms can easily accommodate four guests and have balcony access that offer wonderful views of the surrounding area, ideal for watching the sunset with your loved ones!

Property Notes:
-All in-house electronics are available, including a dishwasher, large fridge with freezer, electric stove, kettle, toaster, microwave, french coffee maker, washing machine, hair dryer, TV with satellite reception, CD and DVD players.
-Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included.
-Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
-Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the Villa.
-Bed linen, bathroom towels, and pool towels are provided.
- Housekeeping, towels and linen changes once per week.
- Pool and garden cleaning twice per week.
-Ping Pong table & Pool table available.
-Playstation 4 Console
-Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
- Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
- Free parking is available on site.
-24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
Villa Elaida is located in Perama town which is within 5 minutes walking distance to everything that you might need like shops, bakery, grocery store, butcher’s, taverns, cafes, supermarkets, ATM machines, pharmacies, gas stations and post office.
Location Overview.
Also Panormo, is a friendly sea side village, 10 minutes away by car and well known for its sandy beaches. The two main beaches are Limanaki and Limni. Both of them are sandy with clear blue water and ideal for kids, as they are shallow and well protected from winds. The beaches are organised and equipped with sun beds & umbrellas. Water sports are also available. The harbour beach in front of the village is the port of the area, where the boats tie up, this beach is unorganised.
The village has all the facilities and amenities one would need : well-stocked mini-markets, post office, pharmacy, a doctor’s office, a butcher's shop, bakery (hot, fresh bread every morning from 9 am), various gift shops and traditional seaside shops at very reasonable prices.
Further, there is a good selection of cafes and excellent traditional tavernas, overlooking the harbour and the sea, which offer a warm welcome and a beautiful setting to enjoy some traditional Cretan food, fish as well as international dishes.
Panormo has regular bus itineraries every 30 minutes that connects Heraklion and Chania cities.
Distances to Important Locations.
Super Market & Restaurants: 200 meters
Panormos Beach: 6 Kms
Rethymno Port & Town: 25 Kms
Heraklion International Airport, 67 Kms
Chania International Airport, 96.5 Kms
*Car Rental is recommended to explore the hidden gems of Rethymno

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table tennis
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed outdoors

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3229 sq ft (300 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Supervision of children is your responsibility.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 26
Note from host: Prior notice, extra fees, event contract required.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1041K113K2692201

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Mylopotamos

Located in Mylopotamos, this villa is in the city center and near the beach. Wooden Sculptures Museum and Museum of Grylios are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Reptisland and Rethimno Kart. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding.

What's nearby

  • Reptisland - 6 min drive
  • Melidoni Cave - 8 min drive
  • Museum of Ancient Eleutherna - 15 min drive
  • Spilies Beach - 15 min drive
  • Arkadi Monastery - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Iberostar Creta Panorama - 12 min drive
  • Melidoni Cave - 8 min drive
  • Μάνταλος - 8 min drive
  • Zeno Lobby Bar - 11 min drive
  • Euphoria Pool Bar - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Elaida Villa, Spacious, ideal for big groups, 50m2 pool, Shops walking distance have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Elaida Villa, Spacious, ideal for big groups, 50m2 pool, Shops walking distance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elaida Villa, Spacious, ideal for big groups, 50m2 pool, Shops walking distance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elaida Villa, Spacious, ideal for big groups, 50m2 pool, Shops walking distance?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elaida Villa, Spacious, ideal for big groups, 50m2 pool, Shops walking distance located?

This family-friendly Mylopotamos villa is located by the sea, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Reptisland, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sfagia Beach and Limni Beach. Melidoni Cave and Church of Agios Yiorgos are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hayley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week away in a beautiful villa for 16 people
Stunning villa and photos don't do it justice in terms of scale & size. Everything is perfectly thought through for large groups and families. Owner was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. I would recommend either a hire car or a good relationship with a transport company to get around as places of interest are a little further out. There is though a supermarket, bakeries and a great grill restaurant within walking distance. One other observation is that the pool surface is in places quite rough and therefore we had a couple of cuts amongst the group when playing water games etc but overall the whole group of 16 had a wonderful holiday at Villa Elaida. Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week away in a beautiful villa for 16 people
Stunning villa and photos don't do it justice in terms of scale & size. Everything is perfectly thought through for large groups and families. Owner was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. I would recommend either a hire car or a good relationship with a transport company to get around as places of interest are a little further out. There is though a supermarket, bakeries and a great grill restaurant within walking distance. One other observation is that the pool surface is in places quite rough and therefore we had a couple of cuts amongst the group when playing water games etc but overall the whole group of 16 had a wonderful holiday at Villa Elaida. Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agnes Á.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa with everything you need
We stayed 14 people for one week in the villa, from the age of 10 to 68. We had a wonderful time and the Villa is beautifully renovated with plenty of room and activities for all ages to enjoy themselves. WE specifically liked the outdoor area with the big pool and a lot of room to cook and eat family dinner. We also tried the pizza oven which was a huge success. Overall this is an exceptional villa which is very well equipped with lot of space and room for everybody. Thank you so much for a lovely week and we will defiantly return someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant
Top class.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
I cannot recommend this villa enough, exactly like the photos and so perfect in every way! We throughly enjoyed ourselves and couldn’t have asked for more! All requests answered in good time and were very kind. The Villa is in a secluded location, however the taxi company recommended by the owners was amazing and a great help throughout our holiday. My only advice would be that the pool table needs replacing as it’s not in great condition, however this was a great addition to the Villa and did not effect us at all. Thank you to you all for looking after us and we hope to return to Elaida or one of your other properties soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Vacation Getaway
Elaida Villa surpassed our expectations in so many ways! We were two families, total of 16 adults, staying for 7 nights, and we had the best time. The villa had everything we needed, was beautiful inside and out, the beds were comfortable, and we had so many fun activities to do. The property manager was accessible for any questions we had. Highly recommend this villa for a large group stay :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness
An incredible villa with incredible hosts
We recently stayed with 3 other families - there were 19 of us - 8 adults and 11 kids... The villa was perfect! Spacious, clean, amazing facilities for all ages and a beautiful pool. I cannot recommend this villa more highly and the hosts were great to... very helpful and kind. You will need hire cars to get to beaches etc. also to super markets. We had an amazing week - thanks for everything...
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on earth in crete
The villa far exceeded our expectations, the standard of finish inside and outside was excellent. We had an amazing week with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Villa for our family get together
The Villa is ideal for large groups of people who want to stay together yet still have their own space. With four bedrooms upstairs and four downstairs we were able to accommodate the young children in our group downstairs which from a safety point of view was great. The villa has recently been refurbished which is good but some of the workmanship leaves a little bit to be desired. Walking distance to supermarkets and shops but very steep hill on the return journey. No beach or nightlife close by (if that’s what you want) so it’s taxis or rent a large minibus. The taxi company we used (part of the same family I think) were very good and ran us around everywhere. The hosts were very welcoming and more than happy to help.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Moira B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Villa
Booked this villa for a long awaited family holiday of 12 adults and 4 children. The villa was amazing, very modern and spacious and spotlessly clean. There was a lovely welcome basket on our arrival and a warm greeting from the owners. We spent most of the day around the pool and using the many leisure facilities available. The loveliest villa we have ever stayed in and everyone enjoyed a fabulous holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022