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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Aggeliana, Rethymno, Crete
  • Church of Agios Yiorgos
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Geropotamos Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sfagia Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Dimokritos Villa II, a homestay experience

The Private Authentic 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.

Dimokritos Villas is a complex of six Villas, beautifully appointed in the Cretan country side, offering magnificent views of the surrounding area, the nearby hills, as well as the sea at the horizon.

Dimokritos Villas are just 3 km away from the picturesque settlement and the sandy, organised beaches of Geropotamos, ideal for family holidays! Also, a selection of cafes, tavernas, gift shops, mini markets and ATM machine are available in Panormo. Also, for those who enjoy hiking there is a country path of 1,5 km leading to Panormos, but it’s advisable to cross it only by day!

Layout
Dimokritos Villa II is a 100 m2 Villa, consisted of two levels, which can accommodate up to 8 guests in it’s 3 bedrooms. The Villa is tastefully decorated with furniture of modern design, chosen carefully in order to make your self-catered vacation as easy and comfortable as possible!

Ground Floor
As you enter the Villa you will find yourselves in a lovely open-plan space, featuring the living room with an open fireplace and two cosy sofas, where two guests can be accommodated. The fully equipped kitchen with a dining area is right next to the living room, so the whole family can spend some time together, while relaxing or preparing your meals! Both the living room and kitchen areas offer direct access to the shaded veranda, swimming pool and lawn covered terrace. Additionally, one of the Villa’s bedrooms, boosting a double, is located on the ground floor, along with a family bathroom with a shower.

First Floor
A few steps above, the remaining two bedrooms of Dimokritos Villa II can be found, each one with two single beds. In one of the bedrooms the two beds can also be used as a double bed. All bedrooms and the living room are air-conditioned and are airy and sunny all day long. Both bedrooms open up to a large veranda equipped with patio furniture, overlooking the pool terrace and enjoying amazing sunset views. Finally, a family bathroom with bathtub is also located on this floor.

Exterior
Moving outdoors, a magnificent 200m2 outdoor area welcomes you and invites you to to indulge in the summer breeze, hot sun and enjoy the pleasures of summer, under the clear blue skies! The private swimming pool 1.5 meters deep has a special compartment for kids 0.4 meters deep and it is 35m2 in total and it’s equipped with sun beds and umbrellas, so you can spend as many hours as you wish out in the open! Additionally, the outdoor BBQ facilities and the dining and sitting area, will tempt you to try your cooking skills and al fresco dining! To make things even better, our young guests will love the large lawn covered area with a garden swing, keeping them busy and happy!

Property Notes:
- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
- Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the Villa.
- Quality bath and pool towels, linens, covers and blankets provided.
- Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every four days.
- Pool and garden cleaning every four days.
- Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
- Pets could be considered with prior notice.
- Free parking space at the Villa premises.
- All in-house electronics are available, including a 42’ flat screen TV with satellite reception, DVD player, a dishwasher, large fridge with freezer, electric stove, kettle, toaster, microwave, french coffee maker, washing machine, hair dryer, iron and iron board. Cooking utensils and first aid kit also provided.
- Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
- 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)

EOT Registration Number: 1041Κ91003231101
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Location Overview
Dimokritos Villas are located close to the village of Aggeliana, 5 minutes away by car, where guests can find a super markets taverna a cafe as well as a bakery. The sandy beaches of Geropotamos are just 5 minutes away from the villa by car.

Also Panormo, is a friendly sea side village, just 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
Mini market, Cafe & Bakery: Aggeliana village, 3 km
Geropotamos Beach & Taverna: 3 km
Rethymno Port & Town: 20 km
Heraklion International Airport: 63,4 km
Chania International Airport: 87,5 km
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Limni Beach. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a water park and breakfast (surcharge). 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
  • 7 minutes by car from Church of Agios Yiorgos and 8 minutes from Geropotamos Beach
Dimokritos Villa II, a homestay experience offers its guests a water park and an outdoor pool. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Dimokritos Villa II, a homestay experience. The villa can provide concierge services and limo/town car service.

This Mylopotamos villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Kitchen

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

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pets allowed upon request- Pet Agreement required

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: 8
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 indicated that 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 1041Κ91003231101

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Dimokritos Villa II, a homestay experience Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Michelle R., Bristol/ United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Inacurrate to listing
We enjoyed our holiday in the villa but a few things let it down. We had a ant problem in the kitchen where they got everywhere on tea clothes, work tops and even in the cooker. The villa itself was lovely but could have done with more kitchen equipment. We were very disappointed with the garden/pool area as the garden was very unkempt and decking area around the pool rotten and unsafe. The management team did contact the owner and they did come and tidy up garden but regarding the decking there was nothing that could be done as it's old and rotten with nails sticking up. Also on the pool the safety bar between the main and baby pool was really wobbly so didn't want to hold onto this. Also the pump didn't seem to be working fully as pool would get dirty very quick throughout the day. We are very disappointed as the pictures on the website showed the villa when it was newly build and now there are even 3 villas infront blocking the view from the pool area. I think the photos need changing to show the real stansdrad of the villa as this area was the main reason we booked this villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kendall B.

A beautiful villa in an amazing location
We had a wonderful 14 night stay in this villa. It was clean with everything we needed and we never tired of the beautiful view. The owners were so lovely, leaving us tasty homemade produce and were always helpful and easy going. There are 3 more villas being built in front of the original 3 but there was no building work going on so it wasn’t a problem. The pool was cleaned every day and the beds changed and the floor cleaned every 4 days. We did our main shopping the first day in Lidl but after that we used the mini market and bakery in the village which was ideal for essentials. Finding the property isn’t easy the first time but I would advise not to turn left from the motorway until you reach the BP garage (on your right when driving from Heraklion). Thankfully we ignored our SatNav as it wanted us to turn earlier which would have sent us down some really rocky roads and it rerouted. There are beautiful beaches and towns in the area within 10-15 mins drive away. Valia was extremely helpful and always answered our questions quickly. I’m so glad that we booked this property and we definitely want to go back.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Tracy Fox

Fabulous Family Holiday
We arrived at the Villa at 10.30pm and were greeted by the lovely Mrs P and her daughters. They had prepared a delicious light snack,welcome drink and other essentials that we needed. The accommodation was very nice and clean and the air con worked effectively. The kitchen equipment was a little on the sparce side and lacked a couple of items such as oven trays and breakfast bowls but we managed ok. The BBQ was excellent. On the downside there are about 4 more villas under construction which does partially block the view of the sea from the ground level however you get a wonderful view from the balcony. There wasn't any active building work going on whilst we were there so it didn't disrupt our stay. The Cretan locals were all very welcoming and generous, on our final day Mrs P delivered a freshly cooked meal to our villa of lamb and potatoes, it was absolutely delicious and so thoughtful. A lovely holiday and we enjoyed exploring Rethimno and surrounding areas.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Tracy F.

Lovely remote villa
The villa and pool were amazing, the views were superb, we had everything we needed including inflatables and pool games 😁 The peace and quiet was wonderful as we spent the nights eating late dinners or BBQ on the downstairs balcony sharing a glass or two of red wine, everything was clean and in good repair and we couldn't ask for any more xx the only problem we had was finding the villa in the first place, we knew it was remote but we drove round for about three hours looking for it. The directions could've been better as they were a little vague. We finally found it using tripadvisor, 😳if this could be rectified and a little more local info put in the villa of local places to visit, best beaches, local restaurants etc then perfection xxx thank you for a memorable holiday x
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

marie w.

It was our first time in Crete and couldn't have wished for a better place to stay
We were blown away with the villa, inside and out it was stunning and so comfortable, it had everything we needed for our holiday.The family who looked after us were amazing; the pool was cleaned everyday, Popi and her daughter cleaned the villa, changed the bedding and towels halfway through our stay and Popi surprised us with a dish which was delicious, we were brought fruit and fresh produce too!, on our last day they waved us off, such lovely people. The views from the villa will stay in our minds forever. thankyou for everything .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan E.

Simply wonderful.
New, clean villa with a peaceful view of the surrounding countryside and glimpse of the sea. Thank you for the gifts of local produce; cucumbers and figs. Oh, and the white bath robes were a lovely touch.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Asha T.

A place where you can really escape the fast pace of everyday life.
We hired a car with a GPS which the rental company set up our destination for us, simple at first but as we got closer, due to unpaved roads the villa was a little difficult to find, however, once we arrived, it was well worth it! We were met by the housekeeper, Popi's daughter, and once we entered our villa we were met with a wonderful welcome table of fruits and drinks. Popi went out of her way to help us, she did an amazing job and nothing was to much for her throughout our stay there. The villa itself is away from anything - a very rural location which we loved, we had to drive 20 minutes to a Lidl supermarket and then would drive to Rethymnon in the evenings which had a great atmosphere, and I found Crete on the whole to be a very safe place, this was about a 30 min drive from the villa. The Villa is a new build, all amenities are available and the views you can see from the villa are amazing. If you are looking for some real quality time with no distractions then this is definitely the place to go. Highly recommended!! Would definitely go back to this place again.

10/10 Excellent

Hugo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
The villa was really nice, quite close to the beach (by car) and some nice villages and town. Our experience with ThinkVilla was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Sabrina R.

6 Häuser und eine Taverne etwas abgelegen
Das Haus hat eine einfache Ausstattung. Oben befinden sich zwei Schlafzimmer mit jeweils zwei Einzelbetten. Diese kann man problemlos zusammenschieben. Zudem befindet sich oben auch das große Bad mit Badewanne. Im Erdgeschosse die offene Küche mit Esszimmer und Wohnzimmer. Ein weiteres Schlafzimmer mit einem Doppelbett. Und ein kleines Bad mit einer einfachen Dusche, WC und eine einfache Waschmaschine mit max. 800 Umdrehungen, Herr Monolis ist der sogenannte Hausmeister der sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend ist. Jeder Wunsch wird berücksichtigt. Draußen der Pool der super zum abkühlen ist. Auch ein Grill steht pro Haus zur Verfügung.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kati W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Villa in gepflegter Umgebung
Man braucht aber auf jeden Fall ein Auto, aber dafür sehr ruhig und erholsam. Sehr nette Mitarbeiter. Der Concierge hat mitten in der Nacht auf uns gewartet und die Betreuerin ist superlieb. Die Putzfrauen sehr höflich und gründlich.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Andreas F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Having a blast
We spent two wonderful weeks in the proper and big house with lot of comfort and free Wi-Fi! Locally we were spoiled by Popi and her husband during our staying! Also the perfect and pleasant service by Valia in the fore-front made the staying very comfortable! Thank you all for your support and effort!! Andy & Family
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Familienurlaub in wunderschönem Häuschen
Wir haben unseren zweiwöchigen Urlaub zu fünft in diesem tollen Ferienhaus verbracht. Es war ausreichend Platz für alle vorhanden und wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Unsere Gastgeber waren prima und haben die griechische Gastfreundschaft wirklich gelebt. Der Pool bietet jederzeit eine schöne Abkühlung und es sind mehr als genug Liegen zum Entspannen vorhanden. Das Haus liegt etwas abseits, Supermärkte gibt es keine in Fußnähe. Deshalb ist ein Auto dringend zu empfehlen! Insgesamt haben wir einen tollen Urlaub gehabt und werden uns bestimmt noch lange an diese 2 Wochen erinnern.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schöne Ferienvilla und gute Betreuung der Gastgeber vor Ort .
Von Beginn der Buchung bis zur Restzahlung und darüber hinaus mit weiteren Infos sehr gute Betreuung.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Urlaub
Es war alles mehr als super - Betreuung, vor Ort, Tipps. Kann man nur empfehlen
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

matthias B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vielen lieben Dank für den wunderbaren Urlaub Wir waren sehr zufrieden
♡♡♡
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hannes H.

Super entspannter Urlaub
In diesem Haus passt alles ... sehr sauber und gemütlich! Es war bei der Waschmaschine / Geschirrspüler sogar das Pulver dabei sowie Spülmittel für die Abwasch war vorhanden... der Kühlschrank war am ersten Tag auch befüllt mit Butter Marmelade und Wurst sowie einen Toast! Bekammen von der Vermieterin einen Willkommenssnack mit Wein und ein Abschiedsessen !! Das Haus ist wirklich zum weiterempfehlen!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Le Vaguerese Y.

Beautiful stay
We stayed one week late April in the villa with our four children and had a wonderful time. It's not far from the beaches and Rethimno, the view is fantastic. Monolis and Poppi who take care of the place are charming and full of attentions. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katja v.

Perfect!
We stayed at Villa II with two families, 4 adults and 2 children, and had a perfekt vacation there. The Villa is very comfortable and clean, and there is nothing you will be missing. We enjoyed the garden, pool and the quiet surrounding, but also the beach close by. We are travilling a lot, but we didn't met a host family who was that hospitable before. Thanks a lot!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

cédric b.

Séjour Magnifique et inoubliable
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette villa. La vue est magnifique, la maison très chaleureuse et très bien équipée. Les propriétaires sont aux petits soins ce qui complète ce parfait séjour. Nous étions avec notre fille(19 mois) et tout était prévue également pour elle : chaise haute, lit parapluie, couverts pour enfants et super pataugeoire dans la piscine. Elle a également particulièrement apprécié la présence des brebis et des chèvres non loin de là. En résumé nous recommandons absolument cette location!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christoph K.

Erholsamer Urlaub
Das Domizil liegt etwas abgelegen vor der Küste. Ein Auto ist zwingend notwendig. Es ist ruhig, erholsam und modern eingerichtet. Die Housekeeper Manolis und Popi sind äußerst nette Leute und stehen einem mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Ein vollends gelungener Kreta Urlaub.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Sophie F.

Everything was perfect !!
Very nice house, clean and brand new. Wonderful view. The host is very helpful and kind. Fruits, and fresh drinks at our arrival... We recommend ! Gps needed to find the house.