Mesi, is a small village of the prefecture of Rethymno located approximately 12 km southeast of the city of Rethymno, between the villages of Agia Triada Village and Kyrianna Village.
Mesi Village is one of the typical villages with many Venetian buildings, where the houses are built close to each other with beautiful courtyards. In recent years it has become quite deserted compared to the past, but still maintains its traditionalism and the solid character.
Anna' Villa is just 3 km from the closest village of Pigi where you can find super markets, cafe, bakery and more. This peaceful place is only 7 km from the beach of Adelianos Kampos and 12.5 km from city of Rethymno. Arkadi Monastery, the place where Cretans sacrificed against Turcks back in 1866 by blowing the gun powder keg to avoid captivity, is only 15 km away from the complex. Within a 40-50 minutes’ drive you will also find Drimos gorge with a unique natural heritage. In the gorge hidden in the rocks is the little church of Agios Antonios (Saint Antonios) which is built literally in them.Close to the house there are taverns with traditional Greek food, super market, pharmacy, etc.
You should definitely walk in the streets of the old town of Rethymno, where the old houses with the venetian doors and the minarets will take you on a journey through time. A plethora of restaurants, cafes and shops are waiting for you to explore them. At the edge of the old town you can visit Fortezza Castle, where you can enjoy the spectacular view. A stop to the Archeological museum and the Folklore Museum of Rethymno will complete your visit.