Beautiful exclusive Villa, very private, 30m from the sea/beach,garden, large pool. The property is perfectly situated in a very safe area in eastern Crete directly on shore/beach (round pebbles) in the Gulf of Mirambello, exactly opposite of the marvellous antique Venetian fortress of Spinalonga close to Plaka.

Unique Location directly on the sea, in walking distance of the wonderful pitoresque fishing village of Plaka, very individual interior design with tropical wood floor, colonial indian furniture pieces etc.
The village of Plaka with his unique Cafes and Fish taverns is a short stroll on the road behind the beach away from the property. A bus-stop is close. The small main village of Elounda is by bus less than 10 min away, the slightly larger pitoresque town of Agios Nicolaos with its unique lake and shopping streets about 25 min. In this realm touching the sea and a beach with crystal clear warm water you will find the place to feel home and fill your soul with sunshine and the spirits of antiquity. The hillside Villa is located directly on the sea above an unpaved road that follows for miles the coastline though uninhabited Cretan nature offering splendid views over sea and mountains. The hiking path E4 starts close-by.

Villa summary: - luxury accomodation for 1 - 10 persons (3 double bedrooms for up to 6 pers. with 3 bathrooms on main floor (first floor), further accomodation for 4 more people on goundfloor in a separate 2 room apartment with splendid seaview, en suite bathroom and A/C and a further separate 1 room apartment with large double bed and A/C (no seaview but skylight). Full WIFI for smartphones and Computers.

- ample pool 10m x 5m with comfortable round steps directly in front of the sea

- large shaded sea-terrace, roof terrace

- secluded garden with southern mediterranean fruit and flower flora

- max. 5 large sleeping rooms with extra large custom made beds. Master bedroom with walkable dressing room and marble tiled privat bathroom en suite.

- tropical wood floor, antique furnitures

- very large living room with dining area broadsided to the sea, open fireplace, open kitchen .

- Completely fenced in property with high walls.

- Large Barbecue area with seaview on an extra garden veranda

- Very safe area with the best hotels of Crete within few miles. (Blue Palace, Elounda Beach etc.)

- small fishing village with many tavernas and shop in 5 min walking distance.

Pool & Beach details: Pool: 10 meters by 5 meters , depth > 1,50m (33 ft x 16,5 ft, depth 4,9 ft), surrounded by white marble, windshielded. Comfortable rounded roman stairs lead into the water. Submerged bench for sitting in the water and enjoying the seaview. Shower directly by the pool. 90% Freshwater,10% seawater ensure very comfortable feeling on the skin.

House Beach
80 m away and 15m below the villa. Round white/grey pebble, in the sea sand. Cristal clear water with in summer almost tropical temperatures (up to 28 degrees Celsius). Watersport with sea canoes, pedalos, jetski and trip to the island of Spinalonga on the beach. Coctail bar and fish restaurants directly on the beach. Further seaside restaraunts a few feet down.

Safety: Very safe rural and touristic area, 70 km away from Cretes largest city, Heraklion. Very friendly service oriented people that appreciate your visit and want to comfort your holiday.

Detailed description: Luxury villa (170 - 230 square Meters) with enormous Sea Side Veranda (Gazebo), Roof Terraces and secluded garden. Entrance hall, Large Living /Dining area with open fire place, open fully equipped kitchen. 3 big bedrooms with large custom-made king size beds (length 2,20m width 2 m), 2 bathrooms with marble and Mediterranean tiling. Natural wood floor, antique colonial furniture. 10m x5m (Depth 1,45m) ample elevated pool (windshielded) directly above the sea. Master bedroom with walk in dressing room and private marble tiled bathroom with bathtub and shower, Guest bedroom with seaview, Guest bedroom with garden view, guest bathroom with shower and toilet. Blushing shady garden with lemon and orange trees, fig trees, flower bushes, grenade apples, shady reading pergola with grapevines etc. 2 Outside showers. Private parking. Remote controlled gate.24/7 Internet with central Wifi and Computer tower in one of the sleeping rooms.
Alway completely private use of the villa with private pool, parking on property. Completely fenced with electronical remote controlled gate.

Your host is a british lady who has lived on Crete almost all her life. She is fluent in Greek (and obviously English) and lives about 15 minutes away. She will meet you at your arrival, hand you over the keys and explain you everything. She can also organise for you airport transfer or economic and safe rental cars. She usually comes by about once a week but will be available at daytime if you give her a call.

The village of Plaka with its waterfront cafes and widely known fresh fish restaurants is within comfortable walking distance (150 meters). There is also a small village harbour where boat trips can be arranged for sightseeing, fishing and regular trips over to the Venetian fortress island of Spinalonga. The luxury country villa is located in eastern Crete close to the traditional, unspoilt fishing village of Plaka, Elounda. This area of Crete hosts some of the most exclusive hotels in southern Europe, Blue Bay Palace Hotel, Plaka, Elounda Beach Hotel as featured in the Leading 100 Hotels of the World and the Elounda Mare/Peninsula Hotel chain.
The villa is situated just 20m above the sea on a gentle slope in the Cretan mountains, surrounded by the sea wild trees and herbs. This perfect location can be enjoyed from the villa's panoramic terrace directly above the sea built into the natural slope of the land. A natural pebble beach with crystal clear water is only 90m from the house.

A bus stop to Agios Nikolaos is about 100m away from the villa. Our host can also organize for you an economic rental car as well as transfer from Heraklion airport. (about 45 min per car).
The villa has large private parking possibilities withing the fenced premises.

• Welcome Basket upon arrival.
• Maid and pool service once a week
• Private Parking lots at your Villa.
• Children are welcome. Pets only upon request. Further accommodations for more than 10 persons available upon request.(Plaka Beach Cottages)

PLEASE NOTE: As it is a Villa for 2 to 10 guests the total price and the number of accessible bedrooms depends on the number of booked guests. The system will calculate the price automatically depending on the number of guests. The base rate includes up to 6 persons and the use of the complete main floor of the villa with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large living room, all verandas, pools and the complete outside premises. The ground floor is never rented separately so you will always be alone on the premises. If you book for 7 to 8 persons you will additionally have the use of the ground floor two room apartment, if you book for 9 to 10 persons you will additionally have the use of the ground floor two room apartment and the ground floor one room apartment, both with separate accesses. You can book any time additional guests / nights as an extra. If for some reasons you need more than the booked number of bedrooms, please let us know.

Force Majeure - We are unable to accept responsibility for any aspect of your holiday arrangements beyond our control such as threats of war, civil commotion, riots, industrial disputes, earthquakes or natural disasters, government action or travel delays caused by any reason Subletting. The accommodation is provided for the sole use of the Clients named on the booking form. Subletting or assignment of the property is not permitted. Insurance - The Client is strongly advised to take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance for all members of the party. Rental Period The rental period commences at 1400hrs on the first day and ends at 1000hrs on the last day.
Health & Safety: We cannot accept any responsibility for your health & safety while staying at the property. We will provide guidelines at the property to assist you in minimizing any risks to your safety. Security: Crete is still a very safe location and does not have a high incidence of crime. Actually Greece has one of the lowest crime rates in all Europe. We cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to property or persons during the course of your booking. Damage caused to the property and/or its contents The Client must accept full responsibility for damage and breakages to the property and goods. All such damages and breakages will be charged for at replacement value and must be paid for prior to departure.