Eolides Villa I, quiet idyll of rural bliss

Alongside the word 'sublime' in the dictionary, a picture of Eloides Villas wouldn't be misplaced. This wonderful self-catering bespoke villa, nestled in Lambini Village in South Rethymno exudes awe-inspiring grandeur from the moment of arrival. A Treasure Home with a Private Pool, ample outdoor grounds, design led settings and within walking distance to a the heart of a village with a taverna, playground & football court, makes this holiday home ideal for Enchanted Stories & Family Entanglements.

An Overview of the Sublime Villa
From the ample grounds to the private pool, the Home enclosed and natural setting is a real lure for guests of all ages. An alfresco dining table with a rustic BBQ (gas), summer's eves will mostly be spent with over flame creations accompanying sunset vistas. Combining the best of local lifestyle and only 15 minutes driving distance to South Coast Beach, this Villa is the perfect base for whatever adventure you crave in Crete. Located in a quiet a picture village of Lampini, but still only 3 minuted driving distance from Mixorouma Village where you may find a variety of facilities, this unique home has everything you may need for an authentic holiday break.

*The Villa is part of Eloides Villas, where two more villas are located. Each Villa has their own pool and separated facilities, some areas may be overlooked.

Offering a close to the sea escape and still a quiet authentic cretan experience, this home is ideal to spend days pool side. Ensconced within a 250m2 outdoor space, this sublime house complete with 30m2 outdoor pool with 1.45depth, and wonderful grounds has been designed with group gatherings in mind. Ideal for family or friends ( can comfortably accommodate up to 5 guests) that wish to cherish each other’s company while being pampered by some of the best outdoor surroundings. Stylish, the home idyllic design will create cherish holiday memories.

External Living | Pool & Outdoor Facilities
Set in 250m2 of beautiful settings, the villa is just a few minutes walking distance to the serene village of Lambini. The home features a 30m2 private swimming pool and ample outdoor design-led settings. The pool terrace is equipped with a gazebo and sun beds so you can relax all day long cherishing Cretan Summer! Enjoy your cooked suppers at the outdoor dining area with BBQ (gas) facilities, offering a stylish al fresco space for enjoying an evening tipple as the sun sets over.

Internal Living | Bedroom & Bathrooms
This captivating holiday home boasts sublime interiors that exude a certain ethereal elegance and calm, as well as promises guests a revitalising stay to renew body, mind and soul in it’s 80m2 space. The retreat can comfortably accommodate up to 4 guests in its 2 bedrooms, and one more guests can sleep at a folding bed (regular mattress) that can be placed in the twin bedroom. The Bespoke Home is set entirely on the ground floor. Entering the villa you will find a clean appeal living-cum area with a Smart 60’TV, a fully equipped kitchen ideal for preparing culinary wonders and a dinning area for togetherness time with loved ones. Designed with relaxation in mind, the villa boasts 2 bedrooms on the ground floor each flaunting a distinctive look and feel and also featuring en-suite bathrooms with walk in shower. They are effortlessly and elegantly furnished promising a blissful night's sleep after the day's busy adventures. All bedrooms are fully equipped with beds (High Quality natural mattresses and premium linen), fitted wardrobes, wonderful settings and include air conditioning. One more guest can be accommodated in a folding bed (regular mattress) that can be added in the twin bedroom upon request.

Ground Floor | Living Room & Lounge Area ( Featuring a 60’ smart TV) • Fully Equipped Kitchen • The Living-cum area has direct access to the terrace and pool area • Double Bedroom with Queens Bed (1.60 x 2.00) with a wonderful pool view balcony and en-suite bathroom with walk in shower • Twin Bedroom with two single beds (0.90x2.00) which can be altered as king with a topper and also has access to the terrace with en-suite bathroom with walk in shower | An additional folding bed with regular mattress can be added to the twin bedroom upon request for a 5th guest to sleep.

Bonus - Family Friendly
Designed for ultimate play time, the retreat features also an outdoor playground (a children’s play house with slide and swings) for our younger guests.

Bonus - Fitness Equipment
Fitness equipment is available at the Villa ( including Resistance tension Band, Pilates Resistance circle, Mini exercise ball, Resistance stretching bands, Yoga mat ) for those who don’t want to get out of shape during their holiday. Enjoy !

Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Housekeeping, towels and linen changes once per week • Baby cot, high chair are available upon request • Pool and garden cleaning twice per week, including a daily pool check.

Baby Friendly Villa Offering
Baby cot, high chair are available upon request • Children Dinnerware • Baby Bath • Children toys • Socket Safety Covers

Practicalities
There is secure parking space inside the Villa’s premises for up to one car more cars can be parked also outside • The property is well-equipped with Fridge with freezer, Electric stove with oven, Filter coffee machine and Espresso Machine, Microwave, Kettle, Sandwich Maker, Toaster, Juice Maker, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer, First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector, and a fully equipped kitchen and PS4 is also available upon request & availability.
Mod Cons
Bath towels and pool towels are available • Bathroom amenities are available • Air-conditioning in all areas is included & serves for heating purposes also • Fireplace (wood provided upon request) • Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa • Outside Covered dining area • Indoor area 80m2 • Outdoor area 250m2 • Private Pool 30m2 • Outdoor Playground • Pre stock service available upon request • Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November) • 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included

Location Overview :
Lampini, a fairytale village, is altitude of 400 metres above sea level, means that one has a very pleasant climate especially during the summer months when some people would find the temperatures at sea level too hot for a comfortable living. The village has about 150 inhabitants and does have a traditional kafenion- with not so many options on the menu, but what is served, has a lot of ingredients from their own garden & wonderful views of Kedros to one side, and over to the White Mountains on the other.

Also, it is only 800 metres from Mixorouma- where there is a variety of shops & restaurants and less than 4 kms to Spili where all services and shops can be found and only 20 minutes drive to the city of Rethynon. This tiny hamlet is well maintained and there is a charming old church in the village which is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and with its splendid dome and central nave has parts dating back to the 14th century, as can be seen from the architecture of the building and the wall paintings. Life in the village is generally quiet although it does liven up during the weekends. Local cheese and honey is sold in a roadside cabin near the Mixorouma and is well worth stopping for.

The location is ideal for excursions around the island and especially nature lovers, give visitors the possibility to share both the mountainous beauty of Crete, as well as the beautiful crystal clear waters of the Lybian Sea.

The St. Antony gorge is only about 8 km away and the Preveli Monastery and the beach about 17 km. Plakias with its beautiful sandy beach - Drimiskiano Ammoudi, Triopetra, Aghios Pavlos, Aghios Giorgos are only a few of the many little quiet places where one can explore not far away form the villa.

Out & About
Nearest restaurant meze : 5 minutes walking distance (200metres)
Nearest Shopping/Restaurants Mixomoura Village : 800 meters
Nearest Beach Damnoni : 16 km 15 minutes driving distance
Nearest Town Rethymno : 20km, 25 minutes driving distance
Nearest Port Rethymno : 20km, 25 minutes driving distance
Heraklion International Airport : 100 kilometres (1hr & 30 minutes driving distance)

*Car rental is essential if you wish to explore the hidden gems of the island.