Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle
Villa in Panormos in Rethymno
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this villa rental
Villa Contessa is approved by Greek Tourism Organization with license number: 1041K10003272501 & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".
Set atop the Cretan sea, the brand new Villa Contessa takes advantage of its location by offering sweeping views of the beach, the bay and the village of Panormo. The villa has an open plan that helps connect the main living spaces with the outdoors, via a large viewing deck with a pool. Additionally, all of our en-suite bedrooms have access to veranda or balconies to give all rooms unrestricted access to the impressive view. 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
The whole outdoor area is totally private and fenced, offering 100% privacy to our guests.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE AREA
Villa Contessa is located next to a sandy organised beach in Panormo village, a beautiful seafront village with a lovely view overlooking the Cretan Sea. It is the most central location of the island of Crete and from here you can visit the whole island. It is only 22 km from Rethymno and 56 km from Heraklion town.
Panormo has all kinds of shops such as supermarkets, pharmacies, traditional taverns, cafes, restaurants and some of the best sandy beaches in North coast of Crete and everything can be reached on foot from the house.
Additionally take advantage of the location and explore the nearby villages of Melidoni, Margarites, Eleftherna, Zoniana and Anogia where you can interact with real Cretan people and feel the Cretan hospitality. Around those villages you will also be able to see some unique sightseeing spots like the Idaion Andro cave where the Zeus was born according to Greek Mythology, the Zoniana village museum with candle statues and the cave "Sfendoni", the well known cave of Melidoni, the traditional pottery shops in Margarites, the Ancient city of Eleftherna with its museum and many more.
Furthermore if you are looking for privileges that only a big city can offer, then Rethymno town is 22 km away and offers unique facilities and a wide variety of entertainment.
Please see below where the closest amenities can be found.
-Closest beach: 30 meters (Panormos Beach)
-Mini market: 160 meters
-Super market: 160 meters
-Bakery: 95 meters
-Butcher: 110 meters
-Fresh fish: 260 meters
-Pharmacy: 220 meters
-Tavern or restaurant: 100 meters
-Heraklion Airport: 61.9 km
-Chania Airport: 89 km
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Panormos in Rethymno
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Reviews
5.0
Brilliant property in a fantastic location
5.0
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
5.0
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.
5.0
Beautiful and clean villa in a great location. There was fantastic communication from start to finish and everyone we met was lovely. Highly recommend!
5.0
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.
5.0
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!!!!!
5.0
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!
5.0
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
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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“.
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
5.0
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”.
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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!!
5.0
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
5.0
A relaxing Greek experience.
A large contemporary stylish villa overlooking the sea and beach. 5 good size bedrooms individually themed. All the mod cons you could possible ask for when on holiday . Our hosts were attentive from the moment of booking, recommending car hire (Kosta at best cars was exceptional).The villa was spotless and Christina was there to greet us on our arrival. We had a quiet week choosing to eat in the local tavernas. A very pretty little village and would recommend .
5.0
Top class accommodation with excellent hosts and an amazing view
The holiday was 5* deluxe from the moment we stepped into this amazing villa. The lovely owner and incredibly helpful cleaner were there to greet us and really nothing was too much trouble. The accommodation itself is luxury and then some more. It has been beautifully styled throughout. This reasonably small and quiet resort has everything you need. Just enough restaurants and bars to make it interesting. We particularly loved the proximity of where the villa is whereby you can easily access the pretty little beach and also the restaurants and supermarkets.. you definitely do not need a car unless you plan to explore past Panormos. We visited nearby Bali and some other smaller resorts plus Rethymnon, but it would not have bothered us at all if we had just stayed around the villa and Panormos as we had the best food right there in the nearby Tavernas. All in all it was a fabulous holiday and we were not looking forward to coming home but very much look forward to visiting again. Huge thanks to Christina (the owner) Gianna (the cleaner and then some) and Sophia from the office.
5.0
Greek Hospitality at its best
Villa Contessa
We had the privilege of being the first guests in the fine villa Contessa, which Christina and her family has built and rightfully is very proud of. We were welcomed and treated as their own family from the start and their interest and flexibility in assuring we had a good holiday was secured from the moment we arrived. The groceries that we pre-ordered from home were there when we arrived.
The villa is very well built and the finish all around the villa is of high quality. The kitchen is well stocked with all the appliances needed for cooking or entertaining.
With the terrace facing west, you have the most spectacular sunset while eating or lounging at your own terrace.
The villa is equipped with four very comfortable bedrooms, all with own bathrooms, a nice terrace and a small swimming pool.As a total asset, Gianna comes every day to clean the villa, and can help you with advice for the local area. She provides clean towels on a daily basis and also replaces the toiletries. Gianna looks after the villa as her own, and gives the homey feeling of a family run vacation house but with the luxury that a 5 star hotel provides.
It is right on top of the local beach in Pornamou, which is good for a couple of days.
Pornamou is a small quiet town well situated in between Chania and Heraklion, so you have easy access to trips round the island, for sights and other beaches.
We had a fantastic holiday at villa Contessa and this was also assisted by the great help from the Etouri agency who helped with arranging for a chef at the villa, morning yoga sessions, at home massages and a day of sailing with Galaza Yachts.
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Panormos in Rethymno?
The average price for a rental in Panormos in Rethymno is $246 per night. This rental is $564 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle. Enjoy the water!
Is Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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