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Villa Hellena, Minimalist Design & Spa Retreat

Family-friendly villa in Malevizi with a water park

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TV, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Nestled on Crete's north coast, Malvezzino Luxury Villas offer a tranquil retreat with breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea. Unwind in your private villa featuring an open-plan living space, heated infinity pool and spa facilities including a sauna and hammam room.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 360 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

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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.

Villa Hellena, Minimalist Design & Spa Retreat


Malvezzino Villas are approved by Greek Tourism Organisation & managed by "etouri vacation rental mangement".
Nestled on the north coast of the island of Crete, close to the picturesque village of Rodia, with stunning views of the Aegean Sea the complex of Malvezzino Luxury Villas is an exquisite spectacle of minimalism, comfort, and form built on an island of unique identity. The hillside location enjoys breathtaking, panoramic views of the sea and Heraklion city.
Layout
Villa Hellena is one of the 6 private residences, covering 60 m2, featuring 1 bedroom and can accommodate up to 3 guests. The property features wide open spaces, with a living room, dining area and open kitchen, also offering Netflix and central A/C. The villas simple luxury and purity of materials will make you fall in love at first sight, promoting unlimited moments of relaxation on an island of unspoiled beauty and authenticity. Also, the in-ground architecture, natural stone and wide openings create a cool ambience and keep the Villa airy and sunny.

Interior

The main entrance opens up to an open plan area featuring the living room with corner sofa, 50 HDTV and fully equipped kitchen with built-in branded appliances and breakfast counter. The bedroom offers a king size bed (1,60 X 2,00), 43 HDTV and en-suite bathroom with double sinks and shower cabin with hydromassage column are also available. The living room and bedroom both provide direct access to the pool terrace, thanks to their floor-to-ceiling glass doors and enjoy beautiful sea views.

Exterior

The pool terrace features a private, heated, 35 m2 infinity swimming pool with hydromassage (1,30 m deep) and unobstructed sea vistas, while being equipped with 1 double daybed, outdoor sofa and a hanging chair, as well as an outdoor shower for your comfort. Furthermore, the outdoor dining area under the shade of a pergola is ideal for al fresco dining. Finally, the Villa is fully fenced, offering total privacy and has its own entrance and private parking space inside the Villa premises with a gate. The pool heating system can be used with an additional daily charge for the entire stay and it requires at least one week advance notice.



To make things even better, our guests have the privilege to benefit from the Spa Facilities available at the complex, which include:

- Sauna

- Hammam room

- Massage

(The spa room also offers an additional Shower cabin and WC. Treatments are provided with extra charge and by appointment).

INFORMATION ABOUT THE AREA

Malvezzino Luxury Villas are located in Palaiokastro area, on the north coast of the island of Crete, close to Heraklion town (which is only 15 km away) and offers easy access to many beaches, the closest being just a 2 minutes drive (1,2 km). Due to the location, having a car is essential to reach the nearby beaches, villages and shops. Please see below where the closest amenities can be found:

-Closest beach: 1.2 km Palaiokastro Beach

- Mini Market: 1.2km

-Super market: 8.3km

-Bakery: 8.3 km

-Butcher: 8.3 km

-Fishmonger: 8.3km

-Pharmacy: 8.3 km

-Tavern or restaurant: 7 km Petousis Taverna

-Heraklion Airport: 19 km

-Chania Airport: 133 km


**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at EUR15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 1039Κ91003395001

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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Villa Hellena Breathtaking sea Views Private Infinity Pool!
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About the neighborhood

Map
Heraklion

What's nearby

  • Lygariá Beach - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Agia Pelagia Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Heraklion Town Hall - 15 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 15 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Heraklion Port - 17 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Γρηγόρης - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Almyra - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taverna Kavourina - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Θέα (Théa) - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mythos - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Hellena, Minimalist Design & Spa Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Hellena, Minimalist Design & Spa Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Hellena, Minimalist Design & Spa Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Hellena, Minimalist Design & Spa Retreat located?

This family-friendly Malevizi villa is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Palaiokastro Beach and Paleokastro Fortress. Pantanassa is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Villa Hellena, Minimalist Design & Spa Retreat Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful escape with spectacular views

Great place for a peaceful escape with spectacular views. Heated pool is a must. Welcome food and drink basket was perfect for our late arrival. Modern appliances and shower. Overall a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

We loved staying at this property! It was luxury while also feeling very comfortable. We were recommended to have a rental car, and I am grateful for that recommendation. The location provides a lot of privacy, which means its a few min drive to restaurants and the city. Dimitri, our concierge, was a pure delight! He was always quick to respond, and assist us with spa bookings and wonderful city recommendations. We have every intention of staying here again for future visits.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Stay Near Heraklion!

Our stay at Villa Hellena was incredible! The villa was so beautiful, clean and private. Dimitris, Kostas and the etouri team were all excellent and so responsive to any questions and arranging truly anything else we needed. The kitchen has updated appliances and they even went shopping for us prior so we had everything needed to cook from check in (just need to provide a list a few days prior to check in). He also had the wine fridge stocked with delicious local wines which was an added bonus (minibar style). Our favorite part was hanging by the spacious pool and enjoying the beautiful view. We never heard a single neighbor, it was so quiet and relaxing. Highly recommend watching the sunrise over Dia island from the patio, it’s breathtaking! Also recommend getting a massage at the on site spa. Do not hesitate to book this place, it’s even better in person than it looks in pictures! Thanks for an AMAZING stay, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

We loved the privacy and the quietness of the Villa. It was easy to find. The quality of the Villa was first class, spacious and very well equipped. Everything worked just as it should. We loved how it was furnished. The bed was very comfortable. The ‘welcome pack’ was great and very useful. The pool was fantastic and excellent that it was heated, which we would strongly recommend if you stay when the weather is not boiling hot. As each Villa is separate and none overlook another, it did feel very private. The architect had also clearly given thought to acoustics as you could hardly hear any sounds from other villas. The view is amazing and it is easy and quick to drive into Heraklion. We absolutely loved it here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Srini K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for our honeymoon

My wife and I came to Crete for the last leg of our Greece honeymoon. When we saw this vacation rental listing online, our heart was set on it and we took the plunge. But we were shocked to find out ... that the place vastly EXCEEDED our expectations. We loved everything about the villa. We opted for the heated pool (which I recommend btw, because otherwise the water would be quite frigid) and were able to enjoy it every single day. The villa is super new (literally less than a year old) and was way nicer than most places we've stayed even in high end hotels in the US. Everything was incredibly modern (sometimes too much, simpler light switches anyone?) and they got every little quality of life detail right. Chromecast-ing to TV just worked. Separate room for toilet and shower? Check. Cleaning person that comes in the middle of your stay, check. Floor to ceiling windows, check. The place was truly beautiful inside and out. The owner was on-site a lot of the time and had food, some light groceries, and wine waiting for us after a stressful ferry over. The owner even arranged for some clothes of ours to be washed and pressed, it was all a very seamless experience. Etouri was a great travel concierge provider as well. They made it super easy for us to order meals for delivery (which they did on our behalf). They made it easy to secure a rental car with just a few quick emails and made sure to drop off and pick up the car from our villa! We will stay here again the next time we are in Crete and let our friends / family know to stay here. Thanks for such an awesome stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect villa!

This has to be the most luxurious villa we've even been to. Every thing was clean and so beautiful, the pool and the view were fantastic. Also the hospitality was beyond amazing. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021