House in Rethymno, Crete

Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach

Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach

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The pool terrace is equipped with high quality sun beds and umbrellas.
Combines rusticity with contemporary clean-line appeal.
Dafni Villa with a sensory driven design private pool.
Shaded dining area to enjoy your meals and the peace and quiet of the location.
A shaded outdoor dining area for culinary dining

Overview of Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Rethymno, Crete
  • Popular LocationReptisland6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMelidoni Cave8 min drive
  • Popular LocationEleutherna17 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1| First floor

1 Double Bed and 2 Double Futons

Bedroom 2| First floor

1 Double Bed and 2 Double Futons

Bedroom 3|First floor,

1 Double Bed and 2 Double Futons

3 bathrooms

Ground floor| bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ground floor| bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ground floor |bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach

The Impeccable Retreat, is part of an Elite group of bespoke stays, where hand-picked exceptional properties of outstanding 24/7 service, incredible tailored experiences and unique cultural charm await to inspire you. The retreat has been certified with the Seal of Approval, a 300’ Criteria Rating, for the unique design, innovation, individual quality & inspiring offerings. The license number of the Greek National Tourism Organization is : 1191842

Villa Dafni is a wonderful Villa, built with care and taste, where stone walls and wooden furniture take you back to the village way of life of Crete, while at the same time it provides all contemporary amenities that ensure you’ll have a comfortable and pleasant stay! Located at the small town of Perama Villa Dafni is within walking distance from a variety of shops & restaurants, which makes your every day needs very simple to fulfil! The lively city of Rethymno, as well as to most sightseeing spots and the highway leading to the amazing southern beaches and Heraklion town are also easily accessible, making Villa Dafni a great base for your holiday!

Layout
The Villa consists of 3 independent, split-level houses and its size and structure can accommodate up to 9 adults and 3 children and make it ideal for three couples, big families and groups of friends, as it offers privacy and seclusion when desired! The villa is totally private and all its outdoor areas are entirely at your disposal, to make the most of your stay!

Exterior
At the same time, all guests may enjoy the amazing private swimming pool 1.45 meters deep with a special children’s compartment 0.5 meters deep and the BBQ facilities and shaded outdoor dining area with stone benches, right next to it! The pool area and terrace is equipped with sun beds, umbrellas and clay pots with beautiful flowers and it also offers a wonderful view of the village and the surrounding area. You may spend your day by the pool, relaxing or sunbathing and then prepare and have your dinner al fresco, enjoying the starry sky and cool summer breeze! All three apartments have access to the stone paved pool terrace by descending a few steps. Additionally, an extra outside siting area exist in the corridor above the pool!

Interior
Each one of the houses features, on the ground floor, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area with a nice round table where you can have your homemade cooked meals along with your family. Living rooms are slightly different as one of them has a sofa, the other one has two sofas and the last one has two armchairs, but they all have a wonderful stone built fireplace where you can sit and enjoy the nice interior of the house and the blending of wood and stone that are combined in a way that creates a charming symbiosis and define its personality. Additionally, all of the houses have a bathroom with a wooden ceiling, two of them featuring a shower, while the last one has a magnificent round-shaped bathtub which you can fill if you wish and take a long and relaxing bath. Climbing to a lovely wooden stairs guests can find the house’s open space double bedroom (with no door) with a sitting area consisting of an armchair and a small table, which also has its own balcony with patio furniture, where you can sit and drink your coffee while enjoying the surrounding area view and countryside!

Property Notes:
- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
- Towels, pool towels, linens, covers and blankets provided.
- Housekeeping, towels and linen changes once per week.
- Pool and garden cleaning twice per week.
- Baby cot and high chair available.
- Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included.
- Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
- Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa.
- Free Parking space inside the villa premises for 3-4 cars.
All in-house electronics are available, including flat-screen TVs with satellite reception, DVD player, large fridge with freezer, dishwasher in one of the houses, electric stove, kettle, cooking utensils, coffee maker and toaster.
A washing machine, iron and iron board are also available in a separate room located on the ground floor.
24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
Villa Dafni is located in Perama town which is within 5 minutes walking distance to everything that you might need like shops, bakery, grocery store, butcher’s, taverns, cafes, supermarkets, ATM machines, pharmacies, gas stations and post office.
Location Overview.
Also Panormo, is a friendly sea side village, 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
Super Market & Restaurants: 200 ms
Panormos Beach: 6 Kms
Rethymno Port & Town: 25 Kms
Heraklion International Airport, 67 Kms
Chania International Airport, 96.5 Kms

Car rental is essential to explore the nearby villages and unique sandy beach locations!

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision of children is your responsibility.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Prior notice, extra fees, event contract required.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outdoors

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Prior notice, extra fees, event contract required.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 1191842

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

Mylopotamos

Located in Mylopotamos, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Eleutherna and Arkadi Monastery are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Reptisland and Rethimno Kart. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Reptisland - 6 min drive
  • Melidoni Cave - 8 min drive
  • Spilies Beach - 15 min drive
  • Eleutherna - 17 min drive
  • Arkadi Monastery - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Iberostar Creta Panorama - 12 min drive
  • Melidoni Cave - 8 min drive
  • Μάνταλος - 8 min drive
  • Zeno Lobby Bar - 11 min drive
  • Euphoria Pool Bar - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach located?

This family-friendly Mylopotamos villa is located by the sea, 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Reptisland, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sfagia Beach and Limni Beach. Melidoni Cave and Church of Agios Yiorgos are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.1/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Anja H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Besser geht's nicht!!!
Es war wieder einwandfrei!! Tolles Haus, toller Service! Wir, 5Frauen, haben uns sehr sehr wohl gefühlt!!! Wir waren jetzt das 2. Mal auf Kreta und es wird nicht das letzte mal sein!!! Wir haben nur nette Menschen getroffen. GASTFREUNDSCHAFT wird ehrlich gelebt. Vielen Dank
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

4/5 Good

Kate O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Gorgeous Villa in bad location
We could not fault the villa or service at all. The villa looks exactly like the photos. It’s stunning. Unfortunately it’s near a noisy road and unattractive town (Perama), nearby dogs bark all night long, every night. We all needed to buy ear plugs to sleep. The nearest nice beach is 25 mins drive and to eat out you need to drive 30 mins to Rethymno, which is a gorgeous town. To drive to the dreamy, white sand beaches, they are between 1 hour 30 - 2 hours 30 away depending on which ones you visit. The villa is super premium but bring your own hairdryer. The ones in the bathroom aren’t powerful or hot. We had an amazing time but we spent way too much time in the car for a holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

5/5 Excellent

craig c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Villa Dafni
Wonderful Villa, perfect for 3 families with the layout of Villa. Modern yet still add some Cretan charm.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Exceptional Property
Great people to rent from, extremely helpful. All photos & descriptions are accurate.. feeling completely relaxed & refreshed having stayed here with our family & made some great memories.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2022

5/5 Excellent

Elisabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Urlaub mit Freunden
Das Haus entsprichtallen Erwartungen und ist tatsächlich identisch mit den Fotos auf der Website. Der Empfang war herzlich und wir wurden von einem Geschenkkorb mit einheimischen Produkten überrascht. Die Häuser sind bis auf Kleinigkeiten( Tablett) super ausgestattet. Der Außenbereich wurde täglich gereinigt und bei Problemen war sofort Hilfe vor Ort. Der Ort Perama ist zum Einkaufen von Lebensmitteln ok aber außer einer ungemütlichen Pizzeria (Bringedienst klappt gut!! ) und 2 Konditoreien mit leckeren Kuchen und Eis gibt es nichts. Ein Auto ist zwingend erforderlich. Wir hatten mit 3 Paaren 2 Autos. So waren wir unabhängig oder auch gemeinsam unterwegs um die wunderschöne Insel zu erkunden oder mal einen Strandtag zu machen. Villa Dafni ist sehr empfehlenswert!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Valia Kokkinou

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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.

Why they chose this property

Villa Dafni offers amazing views to the country side and it's only 6 Kms away from the lovely sandy beach of Panormos! Walking distance to shops and restaurants!Villa Dafni consists of three wonderful indipendant apartments with private pool with a special compartment for kids, BBQ facilities, free Wi-Fi, each apartment has its own living room with a fireplace and fully equipped kitchen!

What makes this property unique

- Private swimming pool
- Spacious outdoor area
- Outdoor Dining area with BBQ facilities
- Spacious Indoor Area of 180m2
- Bespoke 24/7 Concierge Services to assist you explore the best hidden gems of Rethymno

Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Greek

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