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

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Outdoor dining
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Reptisland
    6 min drive
  • Melidoni Cave
    8 min drive
  • Θρακα
    3 min walk
  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    53 min drive

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About this property

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

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!
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Melidoni Cave. An outdoor pool, a water park and breakfast (surcharge) are available. The villa includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, limo or town car service and babysitting
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 6 minutes by car from Reptisland and 8 minutes from Church of Agios Yiorgos
Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach offers its guests a water park and an outdoor pool. The family-friendly Dafni Villa, Countryside views, walking distance to shops, close to the beach also features barbecue grills, a garden, and concierge services.

This Mylopotamos villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed outdoors

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Supervision of children is your responsibility.

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 (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 deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 1191842

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

Villa Dafni Countryside Views Walking Distance Shops Beach
Dafni Countryside Views Walking Distance Shops Beach Rethymno
Villa Dafni Countryside Views Walking Distance Shops Beach
Dafni Countryside Views Walking Distance Shops Beach Rethymno

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kate O.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

craig c.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent peaceful stay
There were 2 families (4 adults and 3 children) during our stay. As we went during the pandemic it was perfect to have our own pool and villa. The hosts were very informative and on hand whenever needed. The villas were beautiful and the barbecue seating areas were perfect. We did need a car for grocery shopping and we did visit the local tavernas. Will definitely return, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous villa with beautiful pool!
Loved our stay at Villa Dafni. The separate accommodation with lots of space for us to also be together was perfect for us. Communication was smooth and efficient, the whole team were very friendly and helpful and the welcome pack blew us away! The beds are large and comfy with nice sheets which were changed midweek and there is lots of outdoor furniture from comfy sunlougers to furnished balconies and an incredible pool which we loved. The villa is secluded and tucked away on a hill overlooking a very local village which is a bit down at heel but the bar next to the great bakery and supermarket down at the bottom was excellent, the food very good and the service top notch. The benefits were that it was quiet and non-touristy yet a 20 minute drive from pretty beaches at Bali and half an hour from Rethymno. We all had a wonderful time, thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C., Hull, England

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa, our 2nd visit
A stunning villa comprised of 3 individual houses, unique & authentic. Clean & comfortable & a very good welcome pack. Definitely recommend this property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic villa and facilities
There were 8 of us in our family party for our two week holiday to Crete and Villa Dafni was the perfect set up for us. From the email support before we arrived through to the regular linen changes the carers for this complex are exceptionally good at looking after their guests. All the villas were presented beautifully and the pool and outside cooking and eating area is fantastic. The villa is situated in a small village which has everything you need and is just a short 10minute drive away from the lovely beach town of Panormo. We would highly recommended this villa and the location for larger families who are travelling together but also need their own living spaces.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Sophie C.

Lovely stay
Beautiful pool area, and outside eating areas. Great shaded areas which are good for children etc. Fantastic BBQ. Very close to Perama, walking distance to shops. Perama is a little run down and not many nice restaurants but plenty of well stocked supermarkets. Villa's need updating; limited range of kitchen equipment. Overall we had a lovely time, and the layout of the properties is perfect for big families so they can have space and privacy as well as being together.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful villa with fantastic pool and outside areas
The villa was wonderful, had everything you would need. Each of the houses had a lovely welcome basket on arrival. It is a 5 minute walk in to town where there are a couple of nice tavernas serving good food. It was a perfect relaxing holiday and I would definitely recommend the villa to everyone. We hope to return ourselves one day’
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rob E.

Exactly as described and very clean.
A lovely set of 3 separate houses which are perfect for giving families with older children their own privacy. Couldn't fault the cleaning regime, towels, linen, mopping etc twice a week. You do need a car though and I wouldn't advise arriving late at night due to finding it. A handy tip is to enter the name of the larger villa near it into Google maps, Villa Elaida when in the town. Good BBQ area and pool chemicals checked on a regular basis. Would definitely return to the villa.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Perfect Greek holiday base!
Friendly, helpful owner & lovely staff. Good to be welcomed with wine, fruit & olives and the apartments were well furnished & generously stocked - nice not to have to buy loo rolls, washing stuff etc.The 3 apartments worked perfectly for the multi- generation family & we could eat together by the pool or on the terrace surrounded by the beautiful flowers & herbs. The town had everything we needed - fishmongers, bakery, greengrocers & a choice of supermarkets & places to grab a drink or meal. We appreciated the air-conditioning and pool when we got back from exploring the island - the swimmers made the most of snorkeling in the clear waters. We'd love to come back to see the area in spring or autumn. Thoroughly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C., Hull, England

Excellent stay
Quiet, peaceful, clean, comfortable & fully recommend for a quiet getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

A beautiful villa, perfect for 3 couples sharing
We had a fabulous time in Crete, staying at Villa Dafni. The set up was ideal for us as a family with 2 grown up daughters and their boyfriends. We were able to be together but with our own space. Each villa was well equipped but the real bonus was the pool and barbeque area which is where we spent most of our time. We hired a car which was essential but found that there were plenty of beaches within half an hours drive on the north coast. The south coast was a little further but was well worth it. The drive over the mountains was spectacular and the beaches stunning with plenty of tavernas to take refuge in. All in all this was an amazing holiday. Thanks to Valia and to Yiannis and Maria for making our stay so comfortable.

8/10 Good

S V.

Fantastic villa
We stayed 10 days in Dafni in May 2018. We were party of 7, 4 adults and 3 children (15, 15 and 12). The fact that it offers 3 seperate buildings was a big plus.. everyone had its privacy. Very clean, super swimmingpool and bbq facilities. Interieur is somewhat outdated, beds squick and at night there are some dogs that can bark. But very nice place to stay and we loved the welcoming package. Very nice!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan M., Ireland

Excellent villa in a lovely friendly town.
We stayed here for two weeks and rented the entire villa for our family. It suited our needs. There was a lovely town just a few minutes walk and it pretty much had everything we needed and the people were so friendly. The only downside was the toilets being downstairs in each house which would be difficult for elderly or incapable people but each house was beautifully decorated and the pool was perfect for the kids. There was a lovely view of the town and countryside as the villa was up a small hill. You would need a car to stay in this area but the car was worth it as we got to see lots of the island. Crete is beautiful with lovely towns and beaches and the food was great. Kostas was our host and very helpful. He can organise anything you need and takes you on excursions if you wish to do so. Overall we had a wonderful time in crete and villa dafni. I would highly recommend and hope to return some day.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

JAN A.

Beautiful property
Enjoyed a wonderful stay at Villa Dafni. The villa is very well appointed, the pool is beautiful, and there are very pleasant views. We found the villa manager Valia extremely helpful. I would say a car is essential as the village is limited, and it is well worth exploring this lovely island.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dale C.

14 Days of tranquility & fun
Everything from the beautiful scenery and peaceful location to the typically Greek town below the amazing villa is an absolute delight. Having two grown up children 19 & 17 and still as much work as travelling with a toddler the three houses as one worked amazingly well for our large family three teenage kids (two with Boyfriend/Girlfriends) and a 14 year old but the space and layout allowed everyone space and time to enjoy Crete. Pleasant drive to beaches and mountains added to further the Cretan experience. The local staff are amazing nothing s to much or a bother. The local restaurants and shops are typically local and lovely to experience and although a rural farming community they make everyone very welcome. Can't wait to visit again and if you do book make sure you also take the Land rover safari it is a day to remember and enjoy xx
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Margarita S.

Perfect place for families with kids
Cosy and beautiful villa, great location, very hospitable hosts. Kids loved the swimming pool. We adored our stay and will try to come back.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mit der Familie nach Kreta
Ganz hervorrrragendes Ferienhaus. Leider war das Wasser im Pool etwas kalt.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anja H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Guido D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation
Freshly luxurious renovated houses. We felt very comfortable. Very good and fast communication with the owners. Good Wifi, clean pool. It was a perfect vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa parfaite à tout point de vue
Nous avons adoré notre séjour dans la villa Dafni. Beaucoup d espace, maisons tres fonctionnelles et qui permettent l intimité entre les familles. barbecue, piscine et vue magnifiques ! Gentillesse des propriétaires. Nous avons adoré faire nos courses à perama et boire notre café au charmant port de panormo. Bref des vacances très réussies !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

pascal D., MEAUX FRANCE

Liked: Cleanliness
Découverte ensoleillée de la CRETE
Repos au bord de la magnifique piscine Facilités de livraison des produits régionaux La mer a 7 km
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jörg L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Besser geht es nicht
Das Objekt ist vor Ort ist genauso schön wie auf den Bildern beschrieben. Das Haus ist mit viel Liebe eingerichtet und der Pool ist ein Traum. Der Vermieter ist immer erreichbar und bei Sorgen sofort zur Stelle. Wir haben als Familie einen tollen Urlaub verbracht und können Griechenland und seine Menschen nur weiterempfehlen.