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Tessera Villa, majestic countryside - Close to Amazing Beaches
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61560.8 sq ft
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Explore the area

Spili, Rethymno
- Place, Venetian Fountain2 min walk
- Place, Spili Monastery12 min walk
- Place, Preveli Beach28 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
First Floor, Double bedroom
1 Double Bed
First Floor, Double bedroom
1 Double Bed
Ground floor, Double bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
First Floor, Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Ground Floor, En suite bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Tessera Villa, majestic countryside - Close to Amazing Beaches
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.
Classic and charming, colourful and elegantly tasteful in style, with pops of modern artwork, a private outdoor swimming pool and immaculate attention to detail, this country home is an exquisite away-from-it-all nature’s retreat that will create cherished family memories of a time well spent. A passion for the exploration of the unexpected and the wish to feel close to nature. A dream home that guests won't ever want to leave..
Such a true back-to-nature retreat, set in the picturesque village of Spili, the villa offers a convenient location, as it is settled within walking distance from the amenities one will need during their self-catered holiday, just 300 metres away from the square of the village with local taverns, super market, bakery and more. This spacious luxury home boasts a magical location offering tranquility and rejuvenation to all those lucky enough to visit. Imagine cretan-cooked suppers after a day splashing about in the swimming pool until well past bedtime...you'll fall in love with this stylishly handsome home and wish your holiday could last forever and a day.
The creative spirit is evident throughout the stylishly furnished home. With country-styled sophistication and homely touches, a stay at Tessera Villa will delight and inspire.
Celebrate long summer evenings while indulging in good food and better conversation under balmy skies. The outdoor swimming pool is the perfect place to kick back, feet dangling in the water, ice-cold gin and tonic in hand.
Bedrooms and bathrooms
Elegant and stylish, each of the Villa’s bedrooms enjoy calming natural tones, flaunt unique design and perfect attention to every luxurious detail.
The first bedroom of the Villa is located on the ground floor, featuring one double bed (1,60x2,00) and direct access to the outdoor area. Additionally, the bedroom boasts an en suite bathroom, featuring a shower.
The further two bedrooms of the Villa are located on the first floor, both of them featuring semi-double beds (1,40x2,00) that can accommodate up to 2 guests each in real beds. The bedrooms are lightened up with natural light from the windows. What’s more, each of the bedrooms features a door that leads to a spacious veranda with countryside views. There is a further bathroom on the first floor featuring a shower.
All of the bedrooms are effortlessly and elegantly furnished promising a blissful night's sleep after the day's busy adventures.
To make things even better, in case you need to work during holidays, a uniquely designed office area is available on the ground floor. Having a dedicated office space in the house is essential to your productivity. Even if you are spending only a few hours a day there, we want to make sure that you make the most out of it.
Outside
Tessera Villa is set in 1 acre of outstanding natural beauty, with a 39m2 private swimming pool. The pool terrace is equipped with sun beds and umbrella, so you can relax all day long enjoying the Cretan sun! BBQ facilities (portable) are also available, offering a stylish al fresco space for enjoying an evening tipple in the lovely shaded outdoor dining area. A further lovely outdoor dining area is available next to the pool.
Light the barbecue to celebrate long summer evenings. The outdoor area provide the most beautiful and informal space to make meals together, have long, late night conversations after a long day of countryside adventure.
What’s more, right next to the Villa, there’s a garden with home grown, seasonal vegetables, where our guests are free to hand-pick everything they need for their salads and meals!
For Relaxation
Tessera Villa was designed with relaxation and good times in mind; lounge in the summer warmth by the outdoor pool, sink into squishy sofas with a glass of wine and gather together in the open-plan kitchen-diner for long nights of home cooked food and deep, roaring laughter. On bright days, let children roam free in the garden worthy of any game of hide and seek.
Practicalities
There is a free parking space outside the Villa for 3-4 cars. The property is well-equipped with all the mod cons; Fridge with freezer, Electric stove with oven, Nespresso machine (capsules) & Filter coffee machine (manual), Microwave, Food Processor (Multi), Kettle, Toaster, Sandwich Maker, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer, Safety Box, First Aid Kit, open plan fully equipped kitchen!
Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every four days.
Baby cots, high chair are available upon request.
Pool and garden cleaning once per week.
Mod Cons
High quality bath towels, pool towels and bathroom amenities are available.
Children’s Plastic(non-breakable) plates & cups
Air conditioning in all bedrooms is included.
Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa.
Outdoor Portable BBQ facilities
Outside shaded dining area
Indoor area 145m2
1 acre outdoor area
TV 32’’ in the living room area
DVD player
CD player
Fireplace
Bluetooth Dock
Pre stock service available
24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
Some inflatables and toys for the pool are provided upon request
Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
Classic and charming, colourful and elegantly tasteful in style, with pops of modern artwork, a private outdoor swimming pool and immaculate attention to detail, this country home is an exquisite away-from-it-all nature’s retreat that will create cherished family memories of a time well spent. A passion for the exploration of the unexpected and the wish to feel close to nature. A dream home that guests won't ever want to leave..
Such a true back-to-nature retreat, set in the picturesque village of Spili, the villa offers a convenient location, as it is settled within walking distance from the amenities one will need during their self-catered holiday, just 300 metres away from the square of the village with local taverns, super market, bakery and more. This spacious luxury home boasts a magical location offering tranquility and rejuvenation to all those lucky enough to visit. Imagine cretan-cooked suppers after a day splashing about in the swimming pool until well past bedtime...you'll fall in love with this stylishly handsome home and wish your holiday could last forever and a day.
The creative spirit is evident throughout the stylishly furnished home. With country-styled sophistication and homely touches, a stay at Tessera Villa will delight and inspire.
Celebrate long summer evenings while indulging in good food and better conversation under balmy skies. The outdoor swimming pool is the perfect place to kick back, feet dangling in the water, ice-cold gin and tonic in hand.
Bedrooms and bathrooms
Elegant and stylish, each of the Villa’s bedrooms enjoy calming natural tones, flaunt unique design and perfect attention to every luxurious detail.
The first bedroom of the Villa is located on the ground floor, featuring one double bed (1,60x2,00) and direct access to the outdoor area. Additionally, the bedroom boasts an en suite bathroom, featuring a shower.
The further two bedrooms of the Villa are located on the first floor, both of them featuring semi-double beds (1,40x2,00) that can accommodate up to 2 guests each in real beds. The bedrooms are lightened up with natural light from the windows. What’s more, each of the bedrooms features a door that leads to a spacious veranda with countryside views. There is a further bathroom on the first floor featuring a shower.
All of the bedrooms are effortlessly and elegantly furnished promising a blissful night's sleep after the day's busy adventures.
To make things even better, in case you need to work during holidays, a uniquely designed office area is available on the ground floor. Having a dedicated office space in the house is essential to your productivity. Even if you are spending only a few hours a day there, we want to make sure that you make the most out of it.
Outside
Tessera Villa is set in 1 acre of outstanding natural beauty, with a 39m2 private swimming pool. The pool terrace is equipped with sun beds and umbrella, so you can relax all day long enjoying the Cretan sun! BBQ facilities (portable) are also available, offering a stylish al fresco space for enjoying an evening tipple in the lovely shaded outdoor dining area. A further lovely outdoor dining area is available next to the pool.
Light the barbecue to celebrate long summer evenings. The outdoor area provide the most beautiful and informal space to make meals together, have long, late night conversations after a long day of countryside adventure.
What’s more, right next to the Villa, there’s a garden with home grown, seasonal vegetables, where our guests are free to hand-pick everything they need for their salads and meals!
For Relaxation
Tessera Villa was designed with relaxation and good times in mind; lounge in the summer warmth by the outdoor pool, sink into squishy sofas with a glass of wine and gather together in the open-plan kitchen-diner for long nights of home cooked food and deep, roaring laughter. On bright days, let children roam free in the garden worthy of any game of hide and seek.
Practicalities
There is a free parking space outside the Villa for 3-4 cars. The property is well-equipped with all the mod cons; Fridge with freezer, Electric stove with oven, Nespresso machine (capsules) & Filter coffee machine (manual), Microwave, Food Processor (Multi), Kettle, Toaster, Sandwich Maker, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer, Safety Box, First Aid Kit, open plan fully equipped kitchen!
Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every four days.
Baby cots, high chair are available upon request.
Pool and garden cleaning once per week.
Mod Cons
High quality bath towels, pool towels and bathroom amenities are available.
Children’s Plastic(non-breakable) plates & cups
Air conditioning in all bedrooms is included.
Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa.
Outdoor Portable BBQ facilities
Outside shaded dining area
Indoor area 145m2
1 acre outdoor area
TV 32’’ in the living room area
DVD player
CD player
Fireplace
Bluetooth Dock
Pre stock service available
24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
Some inflatables and toys for the pool are provided upon request
Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Supervision of children is your responsibility.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Prior notice, extra fees, event contract required.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outdoors
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
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 indicated 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
Property Registration Number 00000901672
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 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
About the neighborhood
Agios Vasileios
Located in Agios Vasileios, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Rethymno Marina and Rethymnon Venetian Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kourtaliotiko Gorge and St. Anthony Patsou Gorge. Traveling with kids? Consider Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.

Spili, Rethymno
What's nearby
- Venetian Fountain - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Spili Monastery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Preveli Beach - 28 min drive - 14.8 km
- Rethymnon Venetian Port - 36 min drive - 28.0 km
- Rethimno Kart - 41 min drive - 35.6 km
Restaurants
- Kissos Traditional Cafe - 7 min drive
- Lefkõgia - 17 min drive
- Φούρνος Κατάκη - 4 min drive
- Fabrica cafe - 7 min walk
- Agia Fotia Taverna - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.0/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jun 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Caroline T.
Sep 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Above and beyond expectation
Caroline T.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Valia Kokkinou
ThinkVilla Bespoke Stays, is a Luxury Villa Rental Agency which was launched back in 2009, featuring a collection of 300+ Inspiring Retreats, for the Independently Minded. Our Curated Private Villas are in the most Iconic Greek Destinations (Crete, Santorini, Zakynthos, Rhodes, Skiathos), where each ThinkVilla Escape blends comfort & awe in equal measure.
ThinkVilla Team believes that surpassing expectation knows no bounds. Independent Minds who transform any stay from “so-so” to superb. We are a team of Hospitality Professionals (Nikki, George, Despina, Marianna, Nikos, Alexandros, Elia, Stelios) who together with our Managing Director - Maria Gkonta and our ThinkVilla CEO & Founder - Valia Kokkinou share the same passion : building, detail by detail, amazing holiday experiences for our guests all over Greece. Our dream team of on-the-ground experts is on hand 24/7 to ensure you book a better experience than you had in mind.
Our ThinkVilla brand reflects who we are at our core. Our standards for conscious travel, formalise our commitment as a business to sustainability. We embrace the distinctive, celebrate the unconventional and champion the one-of-a-kind. Seeking out Villas and experiences that have individual character, creativity and place our travellers at the heart of an environment. We promote cultural-environmental sensitivity, encouraging travellers to explore Greece with intention.
Small wonders await you, escape to a place where togetherness comes first. Enhance your stay with our Premium Family oriented service offering, designed with our youngest guests in mind.
We are looking forward to welcoming you soon in Greece!
*Please note that ThinkVilla is acting solely as a Booking Agent in the name & on behalf of the Property Owner, for the rental of the property.
ThinkVilla Team believes that surpassing expectation knows no bounds. Independent Minds who transform any stay from “so-so” to superb. We are a team of Hospitality Professionals (Nikki, George, Despina, Marianna, Nikos, Alexandros, Elia, Stelios) who together with our Managing Director - Maria Gkonta and our ThinkVilla CEO & Founder - Valia Kokkinou share the same passion : building, detail by detail, amazing holiday experiences for our guests all over Greece. Our dream team of on-the-ground experts is on hand 24/7 to ensure you book a better experience than you had in mind.
Our ThinkVilla brand reflects who we are at our core. Our standards for conscious travel, formalise our commitment as a business to sustainability. We embrace the distinctive, celebrate the unconventional and champion the one-of-a-kind. Seeking out Villas and experiences that have individual character, creativity and place our travellers at the heart of an environment. We promote cultural-environmental sensitivity, encouraging travellers to explore Greece with intention.
Small wonders await you, escape to a place where togetherness comes first. Enhance your stay with our Premium Family oriented service offering, designed with our youngest guests in mind.
We are looking forward to welcoming you soon in Greece!
*Please note that ThinkVilla is acting solely as a Booking Agent in the name & on behalf of the Property Owner, for the rental of the property.
Why they chose this property
Such a true back-to-nature retreat, set in the picturesque village of Spili, the villa offers a convenient location, as it is settled within walking distance from all the amenities our guests will need during their self-catered holiday, just 300 metres away from the square of the village with local taverns, super market, bakery and more.
What makes this property unique
This villa is ideal for families or group of friends.
-Private swimming pool
-BBQ facilites
-Outdoor shaded dining area
-145m2 indoor area
-1 acre outdoor area
-A second dining area is available next to the pool area
-Fireplace
-Office area
-Private swimming pool
-BBQ facilites
-Outdoor shaded dining area
-145m2 indoor area
-1 acre outdoor area
-A second dining area is available next to the pool area
-Fireplace
-Office area
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Greek
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