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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8100 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Aggeliana, Rethymno, Crete
- Place, Geropotamos Beach9 min drive
- Place, Church of Agios Yiorgos9 min drive
- Place, Spilies Beach10 min drive
- Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)69 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
First Floor Bedroom
2 Single Beds
First Floor Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Ground Floor Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
2 Double Sofa Beds
2 bathrooms
First Floor Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Ground Floor Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Dimokritos Villa III, a homestay experience
The Private Luxury 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.
Dimokritos Villas is a complex of six Villas, beautifully appointed in the Cretan country side, offering magnificent views of the surrounding area, the nearby hills, as well as the sea at the horizon.
Dimokritos Villas are just 3 km away from the picturesque settlement and the sandy, organised beaches of Geropotamos, ideal for family holidays! Also, a selection of cafes, tavernas, gift shops, mini markets and ATM machine are available in Panormo. Also, for those who enjoy hiking there is a country path of 1,5 km leading to Panormos, but it’s advisable to cross it only by day!
Layout
Dimokritos Villa III is a 100 m2 Villa, consisted of two levels, which can accommodate up to 8 guests in it’s 3 bedrooms. The Villa is tastefully decorated with furniture of modern design, chosen carefully in order to make your self-catered vacation as easy and comfortable as possible!
Ground Floor
As you enter the Villa you will find yourselves in a lovely open-plan space, featuring the living room with an open fireplace and two cosy sofas, where two guests can be accommodated. The fully equipped kitchen with a dining area is right next to the living room, so the whole family can spend some time together, while relaxing or preparing your meals! Both the living room and kitchen areas offer direct access to the shaded veranda, swimming pool and lawn covered terrace. Additionally, one of the Villa’s bedrooms, boosting a double, is located on the ground floor, along with a family bathroom with a shower.
First Floor
A few steps above, the remaining two bedrooms of Dimokritos Villa III can be found, each one with two single beds. In one of the bedrooms the two beds can also be used as a double bed. All bedrooms and the living room are air-conditioned and are airy and sunny all day long. Both bedrooms open up to a large veranda equipped with patio furniture, overlooking the pool terrace and enjoying amazing sunset views. Finally, a family bathroom with bathtub is also located on this floor.
Exterior
Moving outdoors, a magnificent 200m2 outdoor area welcomes you and invites you to to indulge in the summer breeze, hot sun and enjoy the pleasures of summer, under the clear blue skies! The private swimming pool 1.5 meters deep has a special compartment for kids 0.4 meters deep and it is 35m2 in total and it’s equipped with sun beds and umbrellas, so you can spend as many hours as you wish out in the open! Additionally, the outdoor BBQ facilities and the dining and sitting area, will tempt you to try your cooking skills and al fresco dining! To make things even better, our young guests will love the large lawn covered area with a garden swing, keeping them busy and happy!
Property Notes:
- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
- Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the Villa.
- Quality bath and pool towels, linens, covers and blankets provided.
- Housekeeping service with fresh towels and linen changes every
four days (included for stays of 6 nights and above)
- Pool and garden maintenance twice per week
- Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
- Pets may be allowed upon request – Prior notice is required, a pet fee applies, and a pet contract must be signed
- Free parking space at the Villa premises.
- All in-house electronics are available, including a 42’ flat screen TV with satellite reception, DVD player, a dishwasher, large fridge with freezer, electric stove, kettle, toaster, microwave, french coffee maker, washing machine, hair dryer, iron and iron board. Cooking utensils and first aid kit also provided.
- Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
- 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
EOT Registration Number: 1041Κ91003231101
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Location Overview
Dimokritos Villas are located close to the village of Aggeliana, 5 minutes away by car, where guests can find a super markets taverna a cafe as well as a bakery. The sandy beaches of Geropotamos are just 5 minutes away from the villa by car.
Also Panormo, is a friendly sea side village, just 10 minutes away by car and well known for its sandy beaches. The two main beaches are Limanaki and Limni. Both of them are sandy with clear blue water and ideal for kids, as they are shallow and well protected from winds. The beaches are organised and equipped with sun beds & umbrellas. Water sports are also available. The harbour beach in front of the village is the port of the area, where the boats tie up, this beach is unorganised.
The village has all the facilities and amenities one would need : well-stocked mini-markets, post office, pharmacy, a doctor’s office, a butcher's shop, bakery (hot, fresh bread every morning from 9 am), various gift shops and traditional seaside shops at very reasonable prices.
Further, there is a good selection of cafes and excellent traditional tavernas, overlooking the harbour and the sea, which offer a warm welcome and a beautiful setting to enjoy some traditional Cretan food, fish as well as international dishes.
Panormo has regular bus itineraries every 30 minutes that connects Heraklion and Chania cities.
Distances to Important Locations
Mini market, Cafe & Bakery: Aggeliana village, 3 km
Geropotamos Beach & Taverna: 3 km
Rethymno Port & Town: 20 km
Heraklion International Airport: 63,4 km
Chania International Airport: 87,5 km
Dimokritos Villas is a complex of six Villas, beautifully appointed in the Cretan country side, offering magnificent views of the surrounding area, the nearby hills, as well as the sea at the horizon.
Dimokritos Villas are just 3 km away from the picturesque settlement and the sandy, organised beaches of Geropotamos, ideal for family holidays! Also, a selection of cafes, tavernas, gift shops, mini markets and ATM machine are available in Panormo. Also, for those who enjoy hiking there is a country path of 1,5 km leading to Panormos, but it’s advisable to cross it only by day!
Layout
Dimokritos Villa III is a 100 m2 Villa, consisted of two levels, which can accommodate up to 8 guests in it’s 3 bedrooms. The Villa is tastefully decorated with furniture of modern design, chosen carefully in order to make your self-catered vacation as easy and comfortable as possible!
Ground Floor
As you enter the Villa you will find yourselves in a lovely open-plan space, featuring the living room with an open fireplace and two cosy sofas, where two guests can be accommodated. The fully equipped kitchen with a dining area is right next to the living room, so the whole family can spend some time together, while relaxing or preparing your meals! Both the living room and kitchen areas offer direct access to the shaded veranda, swimming pool and lawn covered terrace. Additionally, one of the Villa’s bedrooms, boosting a double, is located on the ground floor, along with a family bathroom with a shower.
First Floor
A few steps above, the remaining two bedrooms of Dimokritos Villa III can be found, each one with two single beds. In one of the bedrooms the two beds can also be used as a double bed. All bedrooms and the living room are air-conditioned and are airy and sunny all day long. Both bedrooms open up to a large veranda equipped with patio furniture, overlooking the pool terrace and enjoying amazing sunset views. Finally, a family bathroom with bathtub is also located on this floor.
Exterior
Moving outdoors, a magnificent 200m2 outdoor area welcomes you and invites you to to indulge in the summer breeze, hot sun and enjoy the pleasures of summer, under the clear blue skies! The private swimming pool 1.5 meters deep has a special compartment for kids 0.4 meters deep and it is 35m2 in total and it’s equipped with sun beds and umbrellas, so you can spend as many hours as you wish out in the open! Additionally, the outdoor BBQ facilities and the dining and sitting area, will tempt you to try your cooking skills and al fresco dining! To make things even better, our young guests will love the large lawn covered area with a garden swing, keeping them busy and happy!
Property Notes:
- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
- Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the Villa.
- Quality bath and pool towels, linens, covers and blankets provided.
- Housekeeping service with fresh towels and linen changes every
four days (included for stays of 6 nights and above)
- Pool and garden maintenance twice per week
- Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
- Pets may be allowed upon request – Prior notice is required, a pet fee applies, and a pet contract must be signed
- Free parking space at the Villa premises.
- All in-house electronics are available, including a 42’ flat screen TV with satellite reception, DVD player, a dishwasher, large fridge with freezer, electric stove, kettle, toaster, microwave, french coffee maker, washing machine, hair dryer, iron and iron board. Cooking utensils and first aid kit also provided.
- Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
- 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
EOT Registration Number: 1041Κ91003231101
*********************************************
Location Overview
Dimokritos Villas are located close to the village of Aggeliana, 5 minutes away by car, where guests can find a super markets taverna a cafe as well as a bakery. The sandy beaches of Geropotamos are just 5 minutes away from the villa by car.
Also Panormo, is a friendly sea side village, just 10 minutes away by car and well known for its sandy beaches. The two main beaches are Limanaki and Limni. Both of them are sandy with clear blue water and ideal for kids, as they are shallow and well protected from winds. The beaches are organised and equipped with sun beds & umbrellas. Water sports are also available. The harbour beach in front of the village is the port of the area, where the boats tie up, this beach is unorganised.
The village has all the facilities and amenities one would need : well-stocked mini-markets, post office, pharmacy, a doctor’s office, a butcher's shop, bakery (hot, fresh bread every morning from 9 am), various gift shops and traditional seaside shops at very reasonable prices.
Further, there is a good selection of cafes and excellent traditional tavernas, overlooking the harbour and the sea, which offer a warm welcome and a beautiful setting to enjoy some traditional Cretan food, fish as well as international dishes.
Panormo has regular bus itineraries every 30 minutes that connects Heraklion and Chania cities.
Distances to Important Locations
Mini market, Cafe & Bakery: Aggeliana village, 3 km
Geropotamos Beach & Taverna: 3 km
Rethymno Port & Town: 20 km
Heraklion International Airport: 63,4 km
Chania International Airport: 87,5 km
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events allowed: family gatherings
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About the area
Mylopotamos
Located in Mylopotamos, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Eleutherna and Arkadi Monastery are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include 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 mountain climbing and cycling nearby.
Aggeliana, Rethymno, Crete
What's nearby
- Geropotamos Beach - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
- Church of Agios Yiorgos - 9 min drive - 3.5 km
- Spilies Beach - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
- Sfagia Beach - 11 min drive - 3.8 km
- Limni Beach - 11 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bro Café - 7 min drive
- Cafe Ciao - 7 min drive
- Serano Cafe - 10 min drive
- George & Georgia - 8 min drive
- Café Prinaris - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Archival
23 Aug 2017
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Verified
8/10 Good
DANIEL L.
3 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
August 2019
DANIEL L.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Billy T.
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our family
Billy T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
peter t.
18 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First crete holiday
peter t.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eva P.
16 July 2018
A peaceful and refreshing place to stay
Eva P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Steve D.
20 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slightly Disappointing
Steve D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Steve W.
7 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing stay. Outside space was perfect
Steve W.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Maximilian B.
30 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolles Ferienhaus in abgeschiedener Lage
Maximilian B.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Luca B.
1 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschöner Urlaub
Luca B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Maria B.
23 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schönes Haus für kleine Gruppen
Maria B.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brigida V.
9 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastisch!
Brigida V.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Luise H.
23 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Entspannung pur
Luise H.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Manuel M.
7 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes und gepflegtes Haus mit toller Aussicht!
Manuel M.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa B.
28 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschön und idyllisch
Vanessa B.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carlos S.
25 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb Villa!
Carlos S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rene G.
13 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Toller Urlaub!
Rene G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jenny L.
22 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We Reccomend this villa
jenny L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katrin O.
28 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolles Haus mit netten Vermietern
Katrin O.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natasha L.
4 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely!
Natasha L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barbara T.
28 Aug 2018
Ein schöner erholsamer Aufenthalt
Barbara T.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
nathalie i.
29 July 2018
excellentes vacances
nathalie i.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dafydd D.
23 June 2018
Wonderfully relaxing holiday
Dafydd D.
Archival
8/10 Good
Doreen M.
27 July 2017
FABULOUS, QUIET, EVERYTHING YOU WANT
Doreen M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Katja P.
30 Oct 2016
Großartig!
Katja P.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Marina L.
10 Sept 2016
Superbe séjour!
Marina L.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2016
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
Watch village life go by from the vantage point of your private terrace, offering a tranquil countryside haven for busy souls and immerse yourself in village life. Live like a local, discovering the best hidden gems, walks and attractions during your holiday in Dimokritos Villa I with an insider’s perspective.
What makes this property unique
Dimokritos Villa is beautifully appointed in the Cretan country side, offering magnificent views of the surrounding area, the nearby hills, as well as the sea at the horizon. Close to amenities- beach & shops.
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Greek
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