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Diamantis Villa, a SeaView Retreat

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40 m2 private swimming pool.
An aspect of the pool at sunset.
Villa Diamantis offers amazing sea views from the pool area!
The pool area is equipped with sun beds and umbrellas.
The pool area is equipped with sun beds and umbrellas.
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Rethymno, Crete
  • Popular LocationPlatanes Beach15 min walk
  • Popular LocationRethimno Kart3 min drive
  • Popular LocationRethymnon Venetian Port9 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1|First floor

Bedroom 2|First floor

Bedroom 3|First floor

Bedroom 4|Second floor

Bedroom 5|Second floor

Bedroom 6| Second Floor

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1|Second Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2|Second floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3|First floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Wc||Ground floor

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Diamantis Villa, a SeaView Retreat

The Private 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. The license number of the Greek National Tourism Organization is 1143880.

An Overview of the Private Retreat
Diamantis Villa is a dazzling three storey villa, of a total 300 sq.m. featuring impeccable sea views. The villa can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests in its six bedrooms and it’s ideal both for big families or groups of friends. This opulent Villa is located close to the lively city of Rethymno and just 1km away from the closest beach and boasting magnificent views of the Cretan sea and the surrounding area. Additionally, in 1km you will find a super market, traditional tavernas and cafés. The best villa option for groups of friends, families with kids and for everyone that seeks a private escape for tranquility. Enjoy hikes and bike rides in this breathtaking landscape. Our rich culture and customs of hospitality are part of the cretan authenticity. A luxury house in its own lush grounds with little luxuries inside and out that every holiday maker wishes for, this is one dream home that guests won't ever want to leave. With plenty of space for the whole family to unfurl in, here is a home where loved ones can set themselves free.

External Living | Private Pool & Outdoor Unique Features
The spacious terrace of Diamantis Villa features an amazing 40 m2 private swimming pool (1,45-1,55 m deep) with a special children’s compartment (57-70 cm deep), equipped with sun beds and umbrellas, offering you ample opportunity for sunbathing, unwind and enjoy the fresh summer breeze and the revitalising country air. The outdoor areas are lovingly designed with flowers and lawn covered areas, creating a soothing environment and also provide an outdoor shaded dining area next to the BBQ (charcoal) facilities. Furthermore, a beautiful shaded sofa is available next to the pool.

Internal Living | Bedrooms & Bathrooms
There's an eclectic theme to the interior of the home, thanks to the owners' desire to blend elegant with authentic style. This luxury holiday home flaunts exquisite interiors that exude a certain ethereal elegance and calm which guarantee a perfectly relaxing and rejuvenating stay. The villa can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests in its 6 bedrooms. The villa also features three spacious bathrooms and a WC. The Bespoke Home is set on the ground, first and second floor. All bedrooms are effortlessly and elegantly furnished promising a blissful night's sleep after the day's busy adventures. The Villa is tastefully decorated and equipped with all modern amenities, providing everything you may need during your holiday.

Ground Floor
Spacious dining and siting area • TV • fully equipped kitchen • work out equipment, including static bicycle & treadmill • WC.
* From the pool area guests have direct access to the Villa’s ground floor.

First Floor
Spacious, open-plan living room • Two siting areas • Open fireplace • Elegant dining area. • access to large veranda with patio furniture and sea views. • PS3 console • Board games • books • Three wonderful bedrooms (two of which have double beds and one with two single beds) • Family bathroom with a bathtub. • The single beds can set up as a king size double bed upon request.

Second Floor
The remaining tree bedrooms (two of which feature two single beds each and one with a double bed, as well as an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub) • Small Kitchenette • Family bathroom with a shower cabin.
*The kitchenette opens to a large veranda with stunning sea views.

For Relaxation
With plenty of space for the whole family to be comfortable and enjoy, here is a home where loved ones can freely relax and enjoy activities together, admiring the sea views. The home’s raw beauty takes on a refined, elegant role; modestly gorgeous and casually grand, making it an ideal family retreat, friends favourite for summer holidays and couples romantic escapes.

Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Housekeeping, towels and linen changes once per week • Pool and garden cleaning twice per week • Baby cot, high chair available upon request.

Practicalities
There is spacious, free parking space inside the villa premises.This immaculate property is well-equipped with all the mod cons; Large fridge with freezer, Electric stove and oven, Filter coffee machine, Espresso Machine, Dishwasher, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Food processor, Washing machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer, DVD player, PS3, Flat- screen TVs with satellite reception, First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, Mosquito Nets (all doors & windows)

Mod Cons
High quality bath towels, pool towels are available • Air-conditioning is included in all areas & serves heating purposes also. • Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa • Outdoor BBQ (charcoal) • Outdoor shaded dining area • Pets are not allowed • Smoking is allowed only outdoors • Events are allowed with prior notice, extra fees, event contract may be required • Pre stock service available upon request • 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included • Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November).

Location Overview
Villa Diamantis is settled 1km away from Adele. In Adele there are many possibilities for good food and drinks, nightlife and entertainment. Adele, is a traditional and historical village and is located 15 minutes away from Rethymno. It’s built in the plain, between olive and other fruit trees. The closest beach, Adelianos Kampos, is only 2 minutes away by car. Adelianos Kampos is a vast, sandy beach with shallow waters, which has been awarded with a Blue Flag in 2012. It’s a perfectly organised coastal tourist resort, with many sun beds, umbrellas, changing rooms, showers, lifeguards, beach bars, restaurants and water sports. In Adelianos Kampos there is also an ATM machine, tavernas, cafes, a bakery, a butcher’s and a petrol station.

If you like quaint country villages, you should visit the traditional village Maroulas, which has an impressive tower and interesting houses, built according to the old architectural tradition of the place. Maroulas is just 5 minutes away by car.

Worth visiting are the St. Panteleimon and St. Arsanios churches. St Panteleimon is celebrated on the 27th of July and a folklore festival takes place in the village. St. Arsanios church, where there is also a small museum.

About 9 minutes away lies the village of Stavromenos, where there is an archaeological site you can visit and a Second World War memorial. Stavromenos gives you a variety of taverns and restaurants, which offer local food and drinks, bars and cafes, beach life and shopping, water sports and anything else you may need, such as bakery shops, pharmacy and super markets.

Out & About
Adelianos Kampos Beach: 1,2 Km 2m
Super market, Tavern & Cafe: 1,2 Km 2m
Rethymno Port & Town: 7.5 Km 9m
Heraklion International Airport: 75,8 Km, 1h
Chania International Airport: 75,5 Km , 1h

*Renting a car is essential to explore the nearby villages and unique sandy beach locations and we can help you arrange that as well.

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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
*Accommodation cost Excludes: Resilience Tax €10,00 per villa per night. This is not included in the platform prices and shall be paid, upon check in.

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 1143880

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in the city center and near the beach. Paleontological Museum and Museum of Wooden Sculptures are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rethimno Kart and Reptisland. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cave exploring nearby.
Map
Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • Platanes Beach - 15 min walk
  • Rethimno Kart - 3 min drive
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 9 min drive
  • Fortezza Castle - 11 min drive
  • Rethymnon Lighthouse - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Greco - 3 min drive
  • Taverna Vergina - 3 min drive
  • Upano - 4 min drive
  • The Leaky Couldron - 4 min drive
  • Pagona's Place - 4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ludger M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Villa
Villa Diamantis was 100% Like the Fotos on the Internet. We we're welcomed by the owner with Selfmade cake, goat-cheese, Rhaki, sweets for the children an beverages. I have never encountered this Level of hospitality before. The owner asked Several times If everything ist fine and If he can Help us to make our stay even better. If WE will visit Crete again WE will definitely come back. Also the Agency from Think Villas was a great Help. Thanks a Lot & See you soon. Ludger
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan carter c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab
Great villa all ages well catered for had a fab time. Owners very friendly. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura G., Gaborone, Botswana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Diamantis Villa
We were nine adults from 45 to 76, we had such a wonderful relaxing stay at Diamantis Villa. We purposely only ate out twice in the evenigs as we wanted to enjoy the villa. The outside cooking area is great. We basically spent all of our time around the pool, on the verandah looking out over the stunning views or chatting and making food in the kitchen. A very comfortable villa. The owner who met bought fresh made cake, fresh fruit and Raki to welcome us. I would highly recommend the villa as a wonderful holiday destination. Enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelien v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Een prachtig verblijf, gastvrije verhuurders en mooie omgeving
We werden gastvrij ontvangen door de verhuurders met een glaasje Raki en lekkers. Uitgebreid rondgeleid en halverwege ons verblijf werd het hele huis weer schoongemaakt en werden de bedden en handdoeken verschoond. De villa ligt erg mooi en de weg daar naar toe was ook prima uitgeschreven.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa fantastique et hôtes très attentionnés
Villa ++++ Lors de notre arrivée, nos hôtes nous ont très bien accueilli avec des spécialités crétoises et nous ont gâtés tout au long du séjour avec des spécialités fait maison délicieuses et des œufs frais. La villa et le jardin sont magnifiques et d'une propreté irréprochable. Nous n'aurions pas pu rêver d'une villa plus parfaite. Un très grand merci
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

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 Diamantis is located close to the lively city of Rethymno and just 1 Km away from the closest beach, Adelianos Kampos. Additionally, within a walking distance of 200 meters you will find a super market, traditional tavernas and cafés. Ideal for big families or groups of friends! Villa Diamantis is a wonderful three storey villa, of a total 300 sq. m. and can accommodate up to 12 guests in its 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 40 m2 pool, large terrace with BBQ and outdoor siting areas! To make things even better, its large verandas offer stunning views of the Cretan sea and the surrounding area.

What makes this property unique

- Private swimming pool of 40m2
- Spacious outdoor area
- Outdoor Dining area with BBQ facilities
-Gym
- Spacious Indoor Area of 300m2
- 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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