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Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle

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A balcony with a pool, chairs, and a table with flowers.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and chairs, and a balcony with a view.
A room with a wooden floor, a dining table with chairs, a blue armchair, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A balcony with a clear view of the sea, a white table with a vase of flowers, and a sandy beach area.
A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Place, Limni Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sfagia Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of Agios Yiorgos
    ‪3 min walk‬

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About the area

Panormos

A family-friendly stay in Mylopotamos awaits you at this villa. Within steps you'll find Limni Beach and Sfagia Beach. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and villa features a private pool, a washing machine and 4.5 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a sofa bed and a living room are also available. Limited housekeeping is available.
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What's nearby

  • Limni Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sfagia Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Church of Agios Yiorgos - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 28 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Georgioupolis Beach - 47 min drive - 48.9 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Boss - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zeno Lobby Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Posto Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bro Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gusto - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle


Villa Contessa is approved by Greek Tourism Organization with license number: 1041K10003272501 & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".

Being only a stone-throw away from the sandy beach, the villa offers premium holiday experience and services to our guests. Enjoy tranquillity, comfort and luxuriousness in this exquisite and unique villa.Being only a stone-throw away from the sandy beach, the villa offers a premium holiday experience and services to our guests. Enjoy tranquillity, comfort, and luxuriousness in this exquisite and unique villa.

Furnished in a combination of stylish and luxurious touches, the villa offer a perfect layout to maximize both space and views. Offering a quick access to Panormo beach, it can accommodate 8 people in beds and up to 10 if necessary.

- Indoor layout -

Entering the villa on the ground floor, there is a spacious open plan area consisting of a living room area with a sofa, satellite 50" HDTV, Playstation 4, a dining area and a fully equipped authentic kitchen with top quality fixtures and appliances. From the living room area, you have direct access to a veranda which offers exceptional panoramic views of the Cretan sea and the nearby beach. There is also a toilet located on the same floor.

Ground floor hosts a bedroom with a king bed and en-suite bathroom with shower. The bed can be transformed to be 2 single beds if needed.

Reaching the first floor through a staircase or an elevator, there are 2 bedrooms with a king bed, sitting area and en-suite bathroom. One of the en-suite bathroom has shower and the other one has shower and Jacuzzi.

Reaching the second floor (loft) through the staircase or the elevator, there is a bedroom with 2 single beds which also can be transformed to be a double bed if needed. All the bedrooms offer views to the sea from any angle, HDTV, mini bar fridge, air-condition, closet, and access to outdoor area or balconies. Additionally, all the floors are connected by the elevator which offers the perfect holiday layout in order to maximize comfort. All bedrooms have a mini-fridge.

- Outdoor area -

The beautifully landscaped outdoor area offers a variety of facilities and spots for relaxation.

More specifically our outdoor facilities include:

- A swimming pool.

- Gas barbecue

- Dining table for 8 people next to the pool.

- A variety of furnished spots (with sun beds, umbrellas, tables and chairs) for relaxing in the veranda and balconies around the villa
- A VOLVO car charger


**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at EUR15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 2,583 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1041Κ10003272501

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle?

Yep, Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle is a short 2-minute walk from Limni Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle have a pool?

No, this villa doesn't have a pool.

Does Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle?

No, Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle?

No, pets are not allowed.

Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great villa in terrific location

Really enjoyed our stay, the house was exactly as described, and the location was amazing, overlooking one of the public beaches of Panormo and and easy walk to everything in town.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Contessa del Mar Panormos

Brilliant property in a fantastic location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villa

Beautiful and clean villa in a great location. There was fantastic communication from start to finish and everyone we met was lovely. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

John

The villa was wonderful and everything that it promised to be. Christina was very welcoming and kept the villa clean and tidy throughout our stay. April was an ideal time to stay as the village cafes and restaurants were all open, it was warm and sunny but not busy. Highly recommended for families or groups for a wonderful stay in Crete.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property in gorgeous town

We absolutely LOVED our stay at Contessa Del Mare. The property is breathtakingly beautiful, pristine and close to everything. Mrs. Christina was a wonderful, welcoming host. The property also has a concierge service, which we used for recommendations for local tavernas and beaches. This was our first time in Greece, and we are so glad we chose this property for all of its amenities, its hosts and the location. Would highly recommend, and would love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accommodations.

The Villa was even nicer than the pictures. Very clean, everything Modern, great view of the ocean. Pool was good size and clean. Excellent location. Very short walk to the beach and stores and restaurants. Christina was very attentive to our needs. If we needed her, she was there within 15 minutes. Highly recommend staying here if it is available. Would definitely come back. 5 + stars
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property in Crete

What a wonderful stay we had in Crete. The villa location was perfect with easy access to the beach, restaurants and local shops. Christina was very welcoming and gave us a personal tour of the property. The concierge who helps with the property was absolutely 5-Star as well! They assisted and arranged everything we wanted to do, from fishing, private boat charter, rental car, restaurants and the best of the local flair. The villa was very spacious and perfectly described. The amenities, swimming pool, and balconies were a great bonus as well. Some of the best sunsets I have ever seen. We very much enjoyed our time at the Villa Contessa Del Mare and we look forward to coming back again. Definitely will recommend to family and friends. 5-Star all the way!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Es ist ein wundervoll eingerichtetes Ferienhaus in sehr schöner Lage oberhalb des Strandes, liebevolle Gastgeber mit super Service.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gudrun I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine tipptop Villa mit 4 separaten apartements, vor allem der Master Bedroom sehr beeindruckend! Perfekte Lage, nur einblase Schritte zum Strand und ein unglaublicher Ausblick von jeder Ecke des Hauses. Viele Tavernen und Bars, Supermärkte, auch die Tauchbasis nur wenige Schritte entfernt. Unser Mietauto haben wir eigentlich nicht gebraucht. Rethymno ist nur 15 Minuten mit dem Taxi entfernt. Der Ort Panormos ist mehr als sehenswert.Die Hausbesitzer und die Agentur stehen rund um die Uhr zur Verfügung und sind superfreundlich.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Silje N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Veldig fint opphold i villaen.

Vi var veldig fornøyd med villaen og med byen. Utrolig deilig å ha få meter både til stranden og til veldig hyggelige restauranter. God kommunikasjon med verten hele veien.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthias S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhafte Villa

Hier passt einfach alles. Die Lage ist einfach top, direkt neben der Villa sind 2 Sandstrände, der nächste Supermarkt ist 50m entfernt. In der Nähe des Supermarkts gibt es ein paar Tavernen, eine Bar, es fehlt nichts. Zu guter letzt sei noch die Betreuung durch die Agentur und durch die Eigentümerin Christina hervorzuheben!! Es war eingeschlafen toll!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay in Panormo

What a fabulous location overlooking the sea. Cool breeze and beautiful sunsets. Surrounded by great cafes and restaurants - two nice beaches. Hosted by a very attentive team Kostas and Elidia Highly Recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

EN GRÆSK PERLE

Perfekt beliggenhed, fantastiske faciliteter, en uforglemmelig uge. Vi kan varmt anbefale Villa Contessa del Mare, hvor Christina tager varmt imod hele familien og sørger for, vi får den bedste start på den skønneste uge. Huset og omgivelserne er lige præcis så fantastisk som billederne lover! Tak til Christina og familie - samt til Kostas og hele teamet ved Etouri for at gøre vores ferie endnu bedre!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Villa

6 adults and 2 children stayed at the Contessa for a week. The villa was spacious, clean, well decorated, and outfitted; the views are spectacular. The elevator for our senior citizen was a big help. Mrs. Christina was warm, welcoming, and helpful. She found a lot of children's pool toys and furniture for us. Etouri staff were always available to assist us by answering questions about the villa and even arranged a wonderful yachting experience for us. It is so convenient to be able to direct dial them on the dedicated line. We didn't realize that we were going to be located in the village of Panormo and it was so convenient to have shops, markets, and restaurants just a couple of blocks away. The supermarket is very well stocked. It's difficult to suggest anything to improve the property, but it would be helpful to have some appliance manuals for Americans who aren't familiar with European controls. Street parking can be a bit tricky when you have multiple vehicles because there aren't dedicated spots for the villa. But there is a dirt lot in front of the villa that can be used. The Contessa is a wonderful property and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

A group of 6 friends stayed at Villa Contessa for a week. We were sorry that our stay was so short. It’s position overlooking the sea was fabulous. Good location for restaurants, bars and easy access to the two local Beaches. Spacious bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms. Home from home. We loved having our lunch or evening drinks on the patio before heading out to dinner - just a perfect setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Urlaub Erster Klasse..

Alle bisherigen Bewertungen sind ehrlich und nicht übertrieben. Was sollen wir uns wiederholen, es ist ein tolles Haus mit 4 eigenen Einheiten Schlafen/Bad. Somit hat jeder auch noch eine gewisse Privatsphäre. Prädikat: „Sehr Empfehlenswert“.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous all the way around!

From the initial contact with Kostas and the team of holiday advisors at Etouri who booked our taxis for arrival and departure to booking a catamaran that left from Panormos to contacting the owner who bought some groceries for our arrival the whole process was seamless. The management team was excellent. We arrived at the villa through Cretan Taxi Service, also excellent. Christina met us at the house at 10:30 at night. It was spotless top to bottom and had everything we needed including a fancy elevator to get suitcases up to the second and third floor. The groceries were all there so we could relax. The 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms were all large with views. The bottom floor bedroom is a bit smaller but has sliding glass doors right out onto the pool deck. No complaints from anyone! When we woke to the view it was spectacular. It’s true the beach is right down below and it has a taverna so drinks and food are available. Beach chairs are to rent. The town is a block or so away where you will find a grocery store open late at night in June, several- outdoor restaurants with a view of the harbor, and a few tourist shops for browsing. It is small but we found plenty to do - and we also took day trips and we were always happy to come back to the clean pool overlooking the ocean. Everything was high quality and the beds were very comfortable. Will I stay anywhere else next time.? Nope. We all loved it. You can walk to everything in this small town. We also bought an excellent cake from the bakery! I have rented houses all over and this was certainly one of the very best. Tell Christina Hello from Sara!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marlou v.

Prachtig

26-05-2019 We, 6 adults from the Netherlands stayed in this villa from 15-27 may and we loved it. The owner, Christina is warm, helpfull and welcomed us very welcoming. Etouri Holiday advisor Centre was very generous with advice, answering our questions and solving our problems. Special thanks to Robert. When one of us had to leave earlier due private circumstances, we quickly received help, sympathy and afterwards was informed if her return trip went well. We liked the villa and the village. We loved the people of Panormos and the food. We enjoyed our trips to Rethimnon and Heraklion and the private safari to the south of Kreta. It was very nice to stay here.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Wonderful

Villa Contessa in Panormos is wonderful. Our group of 6 adults really enjoyed our stay for a week in Crete. Seeing the sunrise in the morning was beautiful; and sunsets at night. Each bedroom has an outside patio and en-suite bathroom. The kitchen is small, but well equipped. The villa’s owner, Miss Christina, takes great pride in her villa and she really cares about guests enjoying their stay. It was a true home away from home for us. Excellent location and we loved walking down to the beach/ocean and into the village to the stores and taverns/restaurants. We rented a van for the week, which allowed us to drive to Chania, Heraklion etc. Some activities we did during our week in Crete: hiked the Samaria Gorge; strolled around Chania; did a Foodies Tour in Heraklion (Viator); and made a day trip to Santorini (also booked through Viator). The holiday advisor was very helpful in getting our hike arranged. Etouri Property Management did a great job from the time of booking the rental and throughout our stay as well as following up after we departed. We ordered groceries in advance and they were stocked in the villa for our arrival. Nicely done. Additionally, we had a local chef prepare a private dinner at the villa one evening (Chef Stelios of Petite Fleur). That was delicious and our group agreed it was a highlight during our trip. Wonderful experience. We would definitely recommend this villa to any group visiting Crete and wanting a comfortable “home away from home”.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Wonderful! Villa Contessa

This was our home away from home for a week in early September 2018. The owner (Christina) met us on arrival. She is a nice person who wanted to be sure we were comfortable and happy while staying there. The groceries we requested were there when we arrived. The management company also put us in contact with a local chef (Chef Stelios of Petite Fleur), who came to the villa one evening and prepared for our group of 6 people a private 5-course meal. It was delicious! Location: the villa is beach-side; viewing the sunrise each morning, as well as evening sunsets, was spectacular. It is only a few blocks to local shops and restaurants nearby, in the cute village of Panormo. Inside the villa, the decor is well done. The bedrooms are spacious - each has a bathroom, nice touch. The main floor has a bedroom (the purple room) - it is conveniently located near the main living areas. There is also a half bathroom on the main level. Up one flight are two more bedrooms (the green room and the pink room). On the top floor is the last bedroom (blue room) with wrap-around outside patio. The lift (elevator) came in handy when we moved luggage - otherwise, we typically used the staircase. Pool: great to have it at the villa. We used it a few days during our stay. It is small, but functional. Parking: never an issue. In front of the house, around the corner on the street. Electronics: we had an issue with the tv - but Christina called and somebody came by to remedy it. Took us a while to adjust to the air conditioning - it shuts off in a room if you leave a door open (after a certain amount of time). This is an energy efficient system. We did eventually get the hang of it, though, we just had to remember to always keep the doors shut. As for keys/security - the house is well equipped electronically. We would recommend a programmable electronic key pad for access. (vs. actual keys). Keys can get lost - we did not lose our keys, but I can see how that might happen. Closing Summary: would we stay here again? Yes! It was really fabulous. The management company was great to work with (Etouri) and the owner (Christina) is a nice lady, who has tremendous pride in her villa. The village is charming and great to wander through. The ocean and beach are beautiful. We rented a van for our group (6 people) which helped us get around, since Crete is large island. Activities we did: Samaria Gorge hike; visited Chania; did a foodies tour in Heraklion. All recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

Exceeded our expectations in every way.

Lovely, spacious villa in a perfect location providing everything you could possibly need. Spotlessly clean, with quality furnishings and lots of personal touches making this holiday rental feel more like a home. Photos don’t really do it justice, however the pool is smaller than it appears, but it still provided a great place to cool off and endless fun. Would highly recommend and we would definitely return. Thank you to the owners and management company for first class service. We had a ball!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Perfect week in a beautiful Villa.

We had a wonderful week at Villa Contessa. The Villa is beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. We didn't arrive until 11.30pm but the owner Christina was there to greet us and show us around. Christina had left us a lovely welcome pack and had arranged our shopping for the first few days. She also brought us some delicious warm baked treats on Wednesday morning. Thank you Christina. There are four really spacious en-suite rooms each with its own unique décor. The downstairs living area is compact but perfectly sufficient given we spent 90% of our time around the lovely pool area enjoying the spectacular view . The villa is very well equipped with all you could need -hairdryers , bathrobes, slippers etc . All our bathrooms were well stocked with a lovely selection of toiletries. There is a PlayStation ,& board games. The kitchen has all the modern appliances you could possibly need. The location of the Villa was also a big attraction for us as we didn't want to hire a car. There are two lovely small beaches within a 2 minute walk and the village of Panormo is also no more then a 2 minute walk away and has absolutely everything you need. Panormo is a charming village , offering an authentic experience, un-spoilt by mass tourism. It has a very relaxed and calm vibe that was exactly what I was looking for. There are plenty of family run restaurants offering wonderful food at very reasonable prices. The "Feta from the oven" at George and Georgia is a must ! Eleni who was our advisor from Etouri was so very, very helpful and I was amazed how responsive she was to any little query we had no mater what time of the day or night it was . Kostos was also extremely helpful when I was arranging the trip, answering my numerous questions with great patient and attentiveness. If you are looking for luxury accommodation , in a charming village with impeccable services this is a must! I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

K F.

Absolute perfection.

Thanks to Ms Christina and all those who helped to make our stay at Villa Christina so wonderful. The villa is beautifully appointed, with 4 large bdms-all with ensuites, A/C, great closet space and amazing views. There is also a lift/elevator for any family members who may have difficulty with stairs. The villa is located in a lovely little fishing village, Panormos, approximately 50 minutes from the Heraklion airport. We rented a car at the airport following a recommendation from the villa management, and they were super friendly and easy to locate. The villa is located 50-100 metres from many of the village’s great tavernas, tourist shops, and a small supermarket. And if your eager for an early morning, you can stroll down to the dock/port and purchase fresh seafood. The balcony area is obviously the highlight of the house. The pool is lovely and well maintained. And the view over the ocean and beach below is absolutely stunning! The weather(July) was amazing as well. Approximately 30 Celsius (90F) everyday with not a cloud in the sky. Perfect! We, along with our 3 children, absolutely loved Villa Contessa and would happily recommend to all. Thanks so much Ms Christina and Co.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ketil O.

WOW - that is what I call vacation!!!

Not only is the house wonderful, but the view is so amazingly breathtaking that people arrive at all hours to capture it on camera. And we get to see it everyday, all day:) This location is nothing short of perfect; the beach is a mere stones throw away, the lazy town has everything a tourist needs but still retains the local Cretan feeling. The house is utterly beautiful with wonderfully themed rooms that are crisp and clean without giving one a hotel feeling. This wonderful house was a home away from home! Christina was very helpful, helping us with everything we thought we needed and then some. Christina is without doubt the Big Boss around here and when she is on the case you just know everything will work out. Thank you so very much for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

Fantastic Villa in a Charming Village !

We chose this Holiday from the stunning photos on the website and when we arrived we were not disappointed. Sometimes photos can be made to look better than the real thing but this was certainly not the case here , if anything the villa was better in real life !! The owner Christina was extremely helpful as were all the Etouri staff and nothing was to much trouble to them. The villa was ideally located in Panormos which is a quaint fishing Village, with the beach (small but lovely & safe), Shops, restaurants, Tavernas & supermarkets within a short walking distance. We stayed for 7 days and did not leave the village. We had a very relaxing holiday in fantastic surroundings and would recommend to anyone
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018