Luxurious villa with private private heated pool & spectacular views

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big grass area for kids to play and for adults to relax

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5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14280 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Fireplace

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Explore the area

Rethymnon, Crete

Reptisland4 min walk
Melidoni Cave4 min drive
Livadi beach15 min drive
Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)52 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This house invites you to enjoy its elegance and nobility and to share with it the gifts of the beautiful garden and the sense of the tranquility. On leaving the house, you will feel emotionally and mentally richer. Arethousa proves that a house is not only a place to live in, but can also change your senses and make your spirit gentle and sweet. It is one of the noble houses of Melidoni, a village rich in architecture and history. It is construction to be preserved, according to the Greek Ministry of Culture, and was restored in the 2005 under its supervision. It was the owner’s Christina Hatzidakis’, birthplace, built 200 years ago and its decoration bears her sensitivity and taste. It is a house that gives you a feeling of love.

The nearest airport of Heraklion (HER) is located 50 km east of the villa, while the port of Rethymnon lies at a distance of 29 km.
The airport of Chania (CHQ) is another 90km to the west, that is a 1 hour 30 mins drive. A car rental can be arranged to pick you up at the airport and drive you to your villa. Perama is at a distance of 3 km and the traditional village of Panormo with the beautiful restaurants near the sea is at a distance of 9 km/10 mins drive!

There are some interesting excursions you can go in Kastri, Melidoni and the outskirts. The distances and routes are shown on the map in the webpage.

The gardens area is 2000 sq.m. Inside the garden there is a kiosk, BBQ area, beautiful plants, fruit trees and many corners to relax. There is also a 50 sq.m adult swimming pool and a 12 sq.m children’s swimming pool which can also function as a hydro massage, providing you with serenity.
The nearest beach of Bali lies at a distance of 6 km, it is sandy and offers many opportunities for water sports. There are also quiet locations for guests to enjoy the beach without being annoyed by nearby jet-skiers or water-skiers. The sandy beach of Panormo offers you a second choice for your swim near the area. There are plenty of beautiful beaches in the area also!

Property manager

Antonios Hatzidakis

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Greek, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 are allowed on site

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 first aid kit

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

Melidoni

Located in Mylopotamos, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Eleutherna and Arkadi Monastery are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Melidoni Cave and Vlihi Nero beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Reptisland and Rethimno Kart. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

Rethymnon, Crete

What's nearby

Reptisland - 4 min walk
Melidoni Cave - 4 min drive
Livadi beach - 15 min drive
Varkotopos beach - 16 min drive
Spilies Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

Melidoni Cave - 4 min drive
Isla - 9 min drive
Nostos Cafe - 9 min drive
Panormo Beach - 10 min drive
Mambo - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxurious villa with private private heated pool & spectacular views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxurious villa with private private heated pool & spectacular views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious villa with private private heated pool & spectacular views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious villa with private private heated pool & spectacular views?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Luxurious villa with private private heated pool & spectacular views located?

This family-friendly Mylopotamos villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Reptisland and Melidoni Cave. Vlihi Nero beach and Livadi beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

jolyon miles M.

19 Jul 2022

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

Just so easy

Property has the best of both worlds. Privacy and seclusion and easy walking access to the heart of the village with x2 restaurant/cafe and x2 minimarkets. Bakery a 10 minute drive. Beaches from 20 minutes. The drive to the property is a bit hairy on the first occasion - go slow and use google maps.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

15 Jul 2022

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

What a find! A gem of a villa

This cherished house has been in the proud ownership of the same family, over many generations, and they have lovingly maintained and updated it with great care and attention to detail, ensuring guests are comfortable and welcome. The property comprises a superb swimming pool and sun lounger area, a large outdoor dining area with bbq and pizza oven, the main house, and a garden house. Everything just works really well and, for those who like to cook, the kitchen is well appointed with plenty of crockery, cutlery, glasses, and cookware. Our family prefers the freedom of self-catering villas, and this is without doubt one of the best properties we have rented. The local town square of Melidoni is five minutes walk, and has two small supermarkets and restaurants/bars - Dili-Dili (run by Ioannis and family) and Carob & Olive (Katarina and team) - which are both great for when you want to go local and sit alongside the residents and soak up the atmosphere. Perama is 15 minutes drive and is great for larger supermarkets, restaurants and bars. Can recommend Thraka.com for food, and the bakery next door for fresh baklava, pastries, and bread. Rethymno is good for a day out (recommend Nyn & Aei for small-plates style lunch), and Panormas, a charming port town closer to home, with restaurants overlooking the old port. Beaches at Bali are bustling and great for sunbathing and cove swimming. If you want a quiet swim there are many coves to explore away from the big towns. Just loved it, and was sad to say goodbye. Next time, we will visit Chania and other places we didn't make it to! Many thanks to Chrysoula and family for an unforgettable holiday.

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

STEFAN D.

9 Nov 2021

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

Great property

Fantastic property with all amenities in a great little village. Swimming pool is fantastic only whished we had better weather to enjoy it. Rethymno is a little gem , beaches nearby are fantastic

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David T.

11 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our holiday at Villa Arethousa 27/7/19 to 10/8/19

A magnificent villa set in impressive grounds.The villa is spacious and had no problem in accommodating our party of 8 adults and 4 children. The kitchen had more than enough crockery , glassware and cutlery for our needs and the outdoor eating area was where we had most of our meals. The pool is simply fantastic and the spacious grounds are lovingly maintained. A wonderful experience and we were very sad when our fortnight came to an end.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

25 Jun 2018

Superb Villa!

A fabulous 5 star property with pool and jacuzzi. A very high standard throughout. Local villagers couldn't be more friendly and helpful, special thanks to Maria, Sofia, Yanis and Stavros! Highly, highly recommended, thank you for a wonderful holiday!

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018