💖 Why Guests Love Villa Tessera
• Modern Elegance: A stunning 115 sqm villa offering contemporary style and comfort.
• Private Oasis: Features an outdoor private pool and a built-in BBQ for ultimate relaxation.
• Flexible Living: Includes a private guest house with its own ensuite, perfect for extra privacy.
• Prime Location: Peaceful Agios Dimitrios setting, just 15 mins from Rethymno.
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🏡 Experience Modern Serenity at Villa Tessera
Escape to a sophisticated retreat in Agios Dimitrios village in Rethymno area. Completed in 2022, Villa Tessera blends architectural minimalism with warm Cretan hospitality. Designed as a stylish sanctuary, this stunning villa seamlessly merges modern sophistication with timeless charm, making it an ideal choice for families seeking a tranquil and high-end getaway.
🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout
Ground Floor:
• Living & Dining: A bright, open-plan space featuring comfortable seating and a 54-inch Smart TV.
• Gourmet Kitchen: Fully equipped for culinary enthusiasts with high-end modern appliances and a dishwasher.
• Bedroom 1: A cozy bedroom with two single beds, conveniently located on the ground floor.
• Bathroom: A spacious bathroom serving the ground floor area.
First Floor:
• Bedroom 2: A King-size double bedroom with a private ensuite bathroom and access to a balcony with scenic landscape views.
Guest House (Independent):
• Bedroom 3: A separate, private guest house featuring a King-size double bed and its own private ensuite bathroom—perfect for guests seeking extra autonomy.
🌴 Outdoor Paradise
• Private Pool: Dip into the large outdoor pool (7.5m x 3.5m) to cool off under the Mediterranean sun.
• Al Fresco Dining: Fire up the built-in BBQ and gather around the outdoor dining table on the veranda for traditional grilled meals.
• Relaxation Zone: The property includes high-quality sun loungers, an outdoor pool shower, and a private parking area.
📍 Prime Location in Agios Dimitrios
Villa Tessera is located in the charming settlement of Agios Dimitrios village, offering a peaceful atmosphere while remaining close to local life. You are just a short drive from sandy beaches and minutes from the traditional village of Pigi.
• Nearest Beach: 4.4 km (10-minute drive).
• Pigi Village (Tavernas/Pharmacy): 1 km.
• Supermarket/Grocery: 450 m.
• Rethymno City: Just 15 minutes away (8.4 km).
• Heraklion Airport: 77 km.
🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
Within 15–30 Minutes:
• Arkadi Monastery: Visit one of Crete`s most iconic historical monuments with stunning Venetian architecture.
• Rethymno Old Town: Wander through the Venetian harbor, visit the Fortezza castle, and explore flower-lined alleys.
• Margarites Village: Crete’s famous `Pottery Village,` where you can watch artisans at work and buy handmade ceramics.
• Mili Gorge: A lush, green hiking path filled with abandoned watermills and small chapels.
Perfect Day Trips:
• Kournas Lake (45 mins): The only freshwater lake in Crete—perfect for pedal boating and spotting turtles.
• Preveli Palm Forest (1 hour): A breathtaking river-meets-sea landscape on the south coast with a tropical feel.
• Knossos Palace (55 mins): Visit the legendary Labyrinth and the heart of the Minoan civilization near Heraklion.
• Spili Village (45 mins): Famous for its Venetian `Lion Head` fountains and traditional mountain charm.
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To ensure a stress-free holiday experience, we will send you a link to our GuestGuide4u approximately two weeks prior to your arrival. This guide will include many details for the house, recommendations for local activities in Crete, suggested restaurants, and other helpful travel information.
🧳 Included Services
•Welcome Basket: Filled with local Cretan treats upon arrival.
•Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen change every 3-4 days.
•24/7 Support: Managed by the dedicated CreteVillas4U team.
•Pre-arrival shopping service free of charge (cost of the groceries is not included)
•Professional Pool & Garden maintenance.
🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost)
•Private Chef, Wine Tasting, Beauty Treatments, or Personal Training.
•Car rentals and transfers (with exclusive guest discounts), sailing trips, guided tours, and private boat rentals.
•Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call.
Please, make yourself feel at home, you will have “exclusive” access to all the villa and its structures since this is a private villa.
We are here to help during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you.
We will be there for you, anytime you need us in case of emergency or if you are looking for any local recommendations.
My team will be able to book for you a table in any restaurant or any kind of trip/tour that you would like to do in the majestic island of Crete since our purpose is to make your holidays stress free.
Villa Tessera is located on the Greek island of Crete in the popular resort region of Rethymnon, at the village Agios Dimitrios. The Rethymnon city center is 8.7 km from the villa, with the nearest beach 4,4 km away
In the nearby village of Pigi there are 2 local tavernas, a supermarket and a pharmacy. Popular local eateries include Taverna Zorbas Pigi, Meze Place Pigi, and Paprika - The Grill Experience.
The best local tourist attractions include traversing the quaint streets of Pigi Village, as well as snorkeling and boat tours. Other local attractions include the Mili Gorge, the Arkadi Monastery, and the Rethymnon Old Town. The Heraklion International Airport is 77 km away and the Rethymnon Hospital is 12 km from the holiday accommodation.
A car is necessary for your transportation. We can also organize a transfer in order to come to the villa and the day after rental cars can be delivered at the property.
Sustainability
-The villa uses solar systems in order to heat the water
-Most of the light bulbs are replaced with LED lumps
-The villa only uses water-efficient toilets e.g. low-flow toilets, dual flush toilets
-All windows are double-glazed
-Offer tours and activities organized by local guides and businesses
This is a house and not a hotel, so please treat the property with respect as if it was your own :)
1. Guests are welcome to check in from 15:00 on their arrival date and are requested to check out by 10:00 on the day of departure. Early check-in/late check-out is available upon request depending on availability. It is essential to keep us informed of your arrival time or any significant delays to ensure seamless access to the property. Please note that failure to check in by midday the day following your scheduled arrival without prior notification may result in the booking being treated as a cancellation.
2. Only registered guests may enter or stay overnight at the property. Any gathering with additional people must be disclosed and approved before booking; it may be declined or subject to extra charges. If these terms are breached, we reserve the right to deny check-in or require you to vacate the property immediately. In such cases, the booking will be considered cancelled by you, and no refund will be issued, unless we decide otherwise at our sole discretion.
3. Your comfort is our priority, and we make every effort to ensure the villa is in perfect condition for your stay. If you encounter any issues, such as interruptions with electricity, hot water, or internet, please notify us immediately so we can resolve them promptly.
Guests have a 48-hour window after check-in to report any pre-existing damages or broken facilities. After this period, any damages found will be considered the responsibility of the current guests and must be settled or replaced prior to departure.
4. Smoking is not allowed indoors. Guests are welcome to smoke in outdoor areas, such as the pool deck, balconies, and terraces.
5. Housekeeping: Cleaning and linen changes take place every 3/4 days. If you wish for the villa to be cleaned more often, it’s possible for an extra charge.
6. Pool: The pool is uncovered and built according to Greek Tourism Organisation (EOT) standards. Children under 12 are not allowed to use the pool without adult supervision. Parents are fully responsible for supervising their children at all times. Use is at your own risk due to potential health and safety risks.
7. After the 4th guest there is an extra person charge of 40 euros per person per night.
8. The lead guest (the oldest member of the group) must be at least 21 years old.
9. Please respect the quiet hours from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM and from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM.