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Luxurious villa with private private heated pool & spectacular views
Family-friendly villa with water park and outdoor pool
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 143013.9 sq ft
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Explore the area
Rethymnon, Crete
- Place, Reptisland3 min walk
- Place, Melidoni Cave2 min drive
- Place, Rethimno Kart26 min drive
- Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)61 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
6 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 6
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Luxurious villa with private private heated pool & spectacular views
This house invites you to enjoy its elegance and nobility and to share with it the gifts of the beautiful garden and the sense of the tranquility. On leaving the house, you will feel emotionally and mentally richer. Arethousa proves that a house is not only a place to live in, but can also change your senses and make your spirit gentle and sweet. It is one of the noble houses of Melidoni, a village rich in architecture and history. It is construction to be preserved, according to the Greek Ministry of Culture, and was restored in the 2005 under its supervision. It was the owner’s Christina Hatzidakis’, birthplace, built 200 years ago and its decoration bears her sensitivity and taste. It is a house that gives you a feeling of love.
The nearest airport of Heraklion (HER) is located 50 km east of the villa, while the port of Rethymnon lies at a distance of 29 km.
The airport of Chania (CHQ) is another 90km to the west, that is a 1 hour 30 mins drive. A car rental can be arranged to pick you up at the airport and drive you to your villa. Perama is at a distance of 3 km and the traditional village of Panormo with the beautiful restaurants near the sea is at a distance of 9 km/10 mins drive!
There are some interesting excursions you can go in Kastri, Melidoni and the outskirts. The distances and routes are shown on the map in the webpage.
The gardens area is 2000 sq.m. Inside the garden there is a kiosk, BBQ area, beautiful plants, fruit trees and many corners to relax. There is also a 50 sq.m adult swimming pool and a 12 sq.m children’s swimming pool which can also function as a hydro massage, providing you with serenity.
The nearest beach of Bali lies at a distance of 6 km, it is sandy and offers many opportunities for water sports. There are also quiet locations for guests to enjoy the beach without being annoyed by nearby jet-skiers or water-skiers. The sandy beach of Panormo offers you a second choice for your swim near the area. There are plenty of beautiful beaches in the area also!
The nearest airport of Heraklion (HER) is located 50 km east of the villa, while the port of Rethymnon lies at a distance of 29 km.
The airport of Chania (CHQ) is another 90km to the west, that is a 1 hour 30 mins drive. A car rental can be arranged to pick you up at the airport and drive you to your villa. Perama is at a distance of 3 km and the traditional village of Panormo with the beautiful restaurants near the sea is at a distance of 9 km/10 mins drive!
There are some interesting excursions you can go in Kastri, Melidoni and the outskirts. The distances and routes are shown on the map in the webpage.
The gardens area is 2000 sq.m. Inside the garden there is a kiosk, BBQ area, beautiful plants, fruit trees and many corners to relax. There is also a 50 sq.m adult swimming pool and a 12 sq.m children’s swimming pool which can also function as a hydro massage, providing you with serenity.
The nearest beach of Bali lies at a distance of 6 km, it is sandy and offers many opportunities for water sports. There are also quiet locations for guests to enjoy the beach without being annoyed by nearby jet-skiers or water-skiers. The sandy beach of Panormo offers you a second choice for your swim near the area. There are plenty of beautiful beaches in the area also!
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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: 20
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1099044
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Melidoni
Located in Mylopotamos, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Melidoni Cave and Vlihi Nero beach, while Wooden Sculptures Museum and Museum of Grylios are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Reptisland and Rethimno Kart. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and cycling nearby.
Rethymnon, Crete
What's nearby
- Reptisland - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Melidoni Cave - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
- Varkotopos beach - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
- Spilies Beach - 18 min drive - 17.4 km
- Museum of Ancient Eleutherna - 19 min drive - 11.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bro Café - 8 min drive
- Χαρούπι & Ελιά - 1 min walk
- Sinolakis Tavern - 6 min drive
- Ταβέρνα Λιβάδι - 10 min drive
- ΘΡΑΚΑ στο Περαμα (Pizzeria-Grill) - 4 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Antonios Hatzidakis
Languages:
English, French, Italian, Spanish, Greek
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