Thalassa Residence, one of the most stunning properties in Crete
Villa in Panormos in Rethymno
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 baths
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Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this villa rental
Welcome to Thalassa Residence, a private, newly built villa which is a modern oasis of contemporary amenities, style and comfort! Enjoy the spellbinding views over the the Cretan Sea at one of our most stunning properties in Crete and relax in the magnificent swimming pool and heated spa whirlpool at the pool terrace!
Located in northern Rethymno Thalassa Residence boasts striking architecture and it it encapsulates luxury living delivering peace and tranquillity, as it’s wide open to the fresh summer breeze and warm greek sun! Designed specifically for summer living, Thalassa Residence is best suited for big families or a group of friends, as it is ideally located within walking distance to the lively town of Panormos, when one can find all that’s needed daily.
Layout
Exterior
The pool terrace epitomises the concept of summer and it is the perfect location to sit and watch the sunset or enjoy the 42 m2 private, overflow swimming pool (with varying depth of 1,20-1,40m). Lay on the comfortable sun beds, pool bean bag chairs or the outdoor siting area and have a cold drink, read your favourite book or listen to your favourite music from the provided Bluetooth dock and have fun with your friends and family!
The 610 m2 terrace also features a large, 3 X 2m, heated spa whirlpool, which fits up to 6 people and it’s located next to the pool. Spoil yourselves by using the 80 hydromassage jets or enjoy a chromotherapy session using the RGB lighting, offering a complete mind and body refreshment.
To make things even better, just besides the spa whirlpool there’s a lovely lawn covered area, where your kids will be having fun at the playground area which can be found a few steps away! Also, 2 bicycles are provided so you can wander around the picturesque village of Panormos!
Lastly, make sure not to miss the opportunity to try al fresco dining, using the gas BBQ facilities to prepare your homemade meals and enjoy them at the shaded outdoor dining area for 12 guests under the pergola.
Interior
Spread across three levels, this outstanding, 510 m2 property accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 immaculate double bedrooms. High quality furnishings, with touches of modern and classic style, state of the art appliances and all modern amenities make it an ideal choice for a relaxing villa vacation. Furthermore, Thalassa Residence is suitable for guests with restricted mobility and it’s wheelchair accessible, as its interior is flat. Also, an elevator offers easy access to all levels of the Villa and guests can have direct access to the pool terrace from the ground floor living room.
Lower Ground
The lower ground of the Villa is destined for complete relaxation and hours of entertainment. For those who don’t want to stop practising during their holiday and always be in shape, there’s a well equipped gym with a treadmill, static bicycle, a butterfly machine and workout weights!
Additionally, a recreation area that boasts a comfy sitting area, home cinema with a 52’ flat screen TV, sound system, a Playstation 4 console (which can also play Blue Ray disks) and pool table, ensures that everyone will have a good time with their loved ones!
In addition, a wooden sauna cabin, where you can relax naturally, before entering the pool or after a busy day is also available at this level.
Finally, one bedroom can also be found at the lower ground of Thalassa Residence. All six bedrooms have 32’ TVs, boudoirs, black-out curtains, are air-conditioning, and feature en-suite bathrooms with shower cabins, equipped with hydro massage columns. In all bedrooms the beds could be set up either as a Super King Size Bed (1.80X2.00) or as two single beds (0.90X2.00).
Ground Floor
Using the stairs or the elevator, guests can reach the ground floor where the cosy sitting room, with large corner sofa invites you to take a seat and gaze upon the unobstructed sea view, provided by the surrounding glass panels, while the modern fireplace in the middle of the room adds a homely touch.
The open plan area also included a dining area for 10 guests and offers and direct access to the pool terrace.
A few steps way, the fully equipped kitchen with island counter and breakfast counter for 6, provides everything that’s required for a self catered holiday, as well as direct access to the outdoor area, BBQ facilities and dining table
Last but not least, two more bedrooms are located on the ground floor of the Villa, one of which is benefited by wonderful sea views and direct access to the pool terrace, while the other one with country side views.
First Floor
On the first floor of Thalassa Residence lie the remaining three bedrooms, two of which offer beautiful views to the sea and blue horizon, while the last one opens up to the country side. All bedrooms have access to balconies equipped with patio furniture.
Property Notes:
-Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
-Excellent mattresses, lavish linens and pool towels are provided.
-Bath towels, bathrobes and luxury bathroom amenities are also available.
-Daily Housekeeping Service.
-Towels and linen changes every two days.
-Pool and garden cleaning twice a week.
-Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
-Portable protective fence for around the pool could be provided upon request.
-Air conditioning in all bedrooms, gym and living room area is included.
-Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
-Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the Villa.
-2 Free private parking lots are provided outdoors and 1 spot is available in the closed garage inside the property.
-All in-house electronics are available, including a dishwasher, 65’ smart TV with satellite reception, large double door fridge with freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer (at the lower ground bathroom), built-in oven and microwave, electric kitchen, kettle, toaster, sandwich maker, french coffee maker, espresso coffee machine, juice maker, vacuum cleaner, food processor, Bluetooth dock, iron and iron board.
-Safety Deposit Boxes, fire extinguisher, first aid kit and alarm system are available.
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
-24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
*Please kindly note that the beach profile changes seasonally due to the change in wave energy experienced during summer and winter months.
Thalassa Residence is located in Panormo, which is a friendly sea side village, and is within walking distance to its well known 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, 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
Distance from the sea: 10 meters
Panormo sandy Beach: 400 meters
Mini Market & Restaurants: 200 meters
Rethymno Port & Town: 23 Km
Heraklion International Airport: 61 Km
Chania International Airport: 91 Km
Car rental is not essential! The apartment is within walking distance to all the amenities and sandy beaches!
Guests can get to the whole island with the local bus, which has frequent, daily rides, to all major cities and locations. There is a convenient public bus service, the bus stop is 200 meters form the apartment.
Access to and from Rethymnon is also possible by taxi and rented car.
Located in northern Rethymno Thalassa Residence boasts striking architecture and it it encapsulates luxury living delivering peace and tranquillity, as it’s wide open to the fresh summer breeze and warm greek sun! Designed specifically for summer living, Thalassa Residence is best suited for big families or a group of friends, as it is ideally located within walking distance to the lively town of Panormos, when one can find all that’s needed daily.
Layout
Exterior
The pool terrace epitomises the concept of summer and it is the perfect location to sit and watch the sunset or enjoy the 42 m2 private, overflow swimming pool (with varying depth of 1,20-1,40m). Lay on the comfortable sun beds, pool bean bag chairs or the outdoor siting area and have a cold drink, read your favourite book or listen to your favourite music from the provided Bluetooth dock and have fun with your friends and family!
The 610 m2 terrace also features a large, 3 X 2m, heated spa whirlpool, which fits up to 6 people and it’s located next to the pool. Spoil yourselves by using the 80 hydromassage jets or enjoy a chromotherapy session using the RGB lighting, offering a complete mind and body refreshment.
To make things even better, just besides the spa whirlpool there’s a lovely lawn covered area, where your kids will be having fun at the playground area which can be found a few steps away! Also, 2 bicycles are provided so you can wander around the picturesque village of Panormos!
Lastly, make sure not to miss the opportunity to try al fresco dining, using the gas BBQ facilities to prepare your homemade meals and enjoy them at the shaded outdoor dining area for 12 guests under the pergola.
Interior
Spread across three levels, this outstanding, 510 m2 property accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 immaculate double bedrooms. High quality furnishings, with touches of modern and classic style, state of the art appliances and all modern amenities make it an ideal choice for a relaxing villa vacation. Furthermore, Thalassa Residence is suitable for guests with restricted mobility and it’s wheelchair accessible, as its interior is flat. Also, an elevator offers easy access to all levels of the Villa and guests can have direct access to the pool terrace from the ground floor living room.
Lower Ground
The lower ground of the Villa is destined for complete relaxation and hours of entertainment. For those who don’t want to stop practising during their holiday and always be in shape, there’s a well equipped gym with a treadmill, static bicycle, a butterfly machine and workout weights!
Additionally, a recreation area that boasts a comfy sitting area, home cinema with a 52’ flat screen TV, sound system, a Playstation 4 console (which can also play Blue Ray disks) and pool table, ensures that everyone will have a good time with their loved ones!
In addition, a wooden sauna cabin, where you can relax naturally, before entering the pool or after a busy day is also available at this level.
Finally, one bedroom can also be found at the lower ground of Thalassa Residence. All six bedrooms have 32’ TVs, boudoirs, black-out curtains, are air-conditioning, and feature en-suite bathrooms with shower cabins, equipped with hydro massage columns. In all bedrooms the beds could be set up either as a Super King Size Bed (1.80X2.00) or as two single beds (0.90X2.00).
Ground Floor
Using the stairs or the elevator, guests can reach the ground floor where the cosy sitting room, with large corner sofa invites you to take a seat and gaze upon the unobstructed sea view, provided by the surrounding glass panels, while the modern fireplace in the middle of the room adds a homely touch.
The open plan area also included a dining area for 10 guests and offers and direct access to the pool terrace.
A few steps way, the fully equipped kitchen with island counter and breakfast counter for 6, provides everything that’s required for a self catered holiday, as well as direct access to the outdoor area, BBQ facilities and dining table
Last but not least, two more bedrooms are located on the ground floor of the Villa, one of which is benefited by wonderful sea views and direct access to the pool terrace, while the other one with country side views.
First Floor
On the first floor of Thalassa Residence lie the remaining three bedrooms, two of which offer beautiful views to the sea and blue horizon, while the last one opens up to the country side. All bedrooms have access to balconies equipped with patio furniture.
Property Notes:
-Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
-Excellent mattresses, lavish linens and pool towels are provided.
-Bath towels, bathrobes and luxury bathroom amenities are also available.
-Daily Housekeeping Service.
-Towels and linen changes every two days.
-Pool and garden cleaning twice a week.
-Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
-Portable protective fence for around the pool could be provided upon request.
-Air conditioning in all bedrooms, gym and living room area is included.
-Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
-Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the Villa.
-2 Free private parking lots are provided outdoors and 1 spot is available in the closed garage inside the property.
-All in-house electronics are available, including a dishwasher, 65’ smart TV with satellite reception, large double door fridge with freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer (at the lower ground bathroom), built-in oven and microwave, electric kitchen, kettle, toaster, sandwich maker, french coffee maker, espresso coffee machine, juice maker, vacuum cleaner, food processor, Bluetooth dock, iron and iron board.
-Safety Deposit Boxes, fire extinguisher, first aid kit and alarm system are available.
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
-24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
*Please kindly note that the beach profile changes seasonally due to the change in wave energy experienced during summer and winter months.
Thalassa Residence is located in Panormo, which is a friendly sea side village, and is within walking distance to its well known 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, 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
Distance from the sea: 10 meters
Panormo sandy Beach: 400 meters
Mini Market & Restaurants: 200 meters
Rethymno Port & Town: 23 Km
Heraklion International Airport: 61 Km
Chania International Airport: 91 Km
Car rental is not essential! The apartment is within walking distance to all the amenities and sandy beaches!
Guests can get to the whole island with the local bus, which has frequent, daily rides, to all major cities and locations. There is a convenient public bus service, the bus stop is 200 meters form the apartment.
Access to and from Rethymnon is also possible by taxi and rented car.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Panormos in Rethymno
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Great property and we had a fantastic week. Welcome pack was good and kitchen was well stocked with food and equipment. Pool was very good and daily cleaning very helpful. Used recommended local lady for catering a couple of times which was great - especially the fresh fish they cooked. Only slight shame was the new villa being built in front that affected the view but was not noisy..Overall an excellent stay.
4.0 / 5.0
A modern well equipped villa that worked well for 12 adults.
We loved the pool and the view.
A small thing to note is that the 6th bedroom in the basement is not as nice as the other rooms. The washing machine and dryer are located in this room's bathroom which was an inconvenience and seems unnecessary given the size of the basement.
It was great to have a daily cleaning but the ground floor was not swept or mopped during the entire week so was quite dirty by end of stay.
Pool towels are provided and changed several times during the week.
There was a generous welcome pack.
4.0 / 5.0
The property is not a new as the marketing pictures imply. Impressive building, good infinity pool, good location with sea views yet walking to local shops and restaurants. Problems with AC and the Jacuzzi on our visit which took too long to fix. Manager and owner made sincere apology and addressed the concerns. House is on the market so may not be able to rent for much longer.
5.0 / 5.0
The villa was immaculate, the kitchen fully equipped and the location ( a short 10 min walk to Panormos ) exceptional.
The only slight negative was a couple of communication issues, what to do with garbage and daily housekeeping but both were rectified.
Highly recommend this villa to anyone who enjoys the finer things in like.
5.0 / 5.0
Where to start with this wonderful place? First of all, the photos don’t do it justice — this is an extraordinary villa and nicely maintained. We were five couples and it felt very spacious. Rooms are lovely, with large and comfortable beds. The kitchen is large and well-equipped. The pool deck provided ample space for lounging during the day and watching gorgeous sunsets every evening.
We visited in late September, so the pool was a bit chilly the first few days, but it warmed up as the weather did (and there was always the hot tub for warming back up). If you prefer open water, a few minutes walk directly in front of the villa brings you to a wonderful little pebble beach where you can swim in the beautiful Aegean Sea — like a private swimming hole. Walk west along the water in front of the villa and look for a set of stone steps that lead down to the beach (bring water shoes and goggles!)
Being able to walk into the sweet town of Panormos was a terrific plus, with great shops and restaurants. There is a small market a block away from the villa that has all the basics, including sunscreen, water, fruit, and milk. Our favorite local find was a short hike to the adorable lighthouse that you can see to the northeast every night after sunset.
Valia and her team from ThinkVilla were extremely responsive and helpful in our planning. Dimitris was great as our local contact to help with any issues or questions that we had during our stay.
Their best recommendation was our personal chef, Kostas. We booked him for dinner three nights of our stay, and he and his assistant Nicole knocked it out of the park, with delicious and authentic local cuisine that rivaled any restaurant we went to. He worked hard to meet some unusual dietary needs and exceeded all expectations. Delightful.
The northern-central coast location provides convenient access to Heraklion, Chania, and the lovely old town of Rethymno. Some of our friends did an e-bike tour from an outfitter who was just a short drive away.
In short, we were exceedingly pleased!
Our only caution is that sound carries easily in the house, due to its open layout and hard materials. If you like to retire early or sleep in, you may want to bring earplugs.
Don’t hesitate to reserve this amazing villa. You will fully enjoy it, and you will be in great hands with ThinkVilla.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic property. We were a family of 13 of all ages. Very spacious and clean. The outside area is perfect, the pool was great. A short 10 min walk to the local village which had many places to eat. Highly recommend this villa.
5.0 / 5.0
Stunning View, Calm vibes
A great place both to relax and as a base for exploring the island. The staff was responsive, the pool was clean and water temperature comfortable, the outdoor space was more than adequate for our group of 11, and 5 of the 6 rooms had patios. We could easily walk to town for food or drive to nearby beaches and trails. The place also hooked us up with a private chef, Costas, who not only produced two great meals but entertained us with stories. I would highly recommend this place!
5.0 / 5.0
Fabulous villa in top location
We were a group of 8 older, lifelong friends looking to (finally, post-Covid) celebrate a milestone. This villa offered everything we wanted - the beautiful outside space with infinity pool and sea views, private ensuites for all and a walkable location to a nearby town. The villa is immaculately kept, with nice touches like generous welcome amenities, and the management company were efficient, friendly and offered a great concierge service with recommendations for car hire, a hotel in Heraklion pre-arrival, and a personal chef - Chef Konstantinos Parasyris - for our celebration dinner at the villa, which was spectacular and highly recommended. He in turn pointed us to Kastros which is the best taverna in the small but lively little town of Panormos a short stroll away, where the Cretan hospitality was as abundant as the enchanting street cats. Don't hesitate to book this lovely villa. We hope to be back!
5.0 / 5.0
Just fantastic!
Villa was fantastic and I don’t think the pictures do it justice. We were 10 adults and used all 6 of the bedrooms - everyone was happy. Facilities, location and pool were ideal. And the staff could not have done more for us - Valia responded to advance questions within minutes usually; Dimitri was very quick to resolve the few minor teething problems; and Irene and the rest of the cleaning team were so friendly.
Panormos is a lovely little town and if you are visiting in a group then I would totally recommend Thalassa Residence.
I hope we can visit again next year!
5.0 / 5.0
Tolles Haus!
Entspricht der Beschreibung.
5.0 / 5.0
High class villa, peaceful location
Exactly what we were looking for!
Great spacious, high spec villa and still within walking distance to charming town with good amenities.
Highly enjoyed by all
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful House in Panormo
My family and I stayed at this wonderful house in Panormo for 2 weeks earlier this month. There were 9 of us so this 6 bedroom villa was perfect. The villa is set apart from other houses and condos, so there was never a problem with loud noises emanating from surrounding areas.
Communication with Valia before our arrival was excellent. In addition to working out arrangements with the villa, she was also able to assist us with transfers to and from the villa and rental cars, as well as tours and other excursions. She always responded promptly to our inquiries.
Upon our arrival at the villa, we met with Dimitris, who showed us around and explained how everything worked. The villa is on 3 floors: the ground floor with a front entryway, kitchen, 2 king size bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, and open dining room/living room combo. Both the kitchen and living room had sliding glass doors that allowed us to create a wonderful indoor outdoor space to enjoy. The breezes off the ocean were nice and cool and the sound of the surf crashing onto the rocks was a pleasant, relaxing sound.
The basement contained a large game room with pool table, a dining room table, a large sectional couch situated in front of a wall mounted television, and a king bedroom with ensuite bathroom. The upper floor contained 3 more king bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms and balconies. All three floors were serviced by an elevator, which we put to good use in hauling our luggage.
During our 2 week stay, there were some minor issues but they were dealt with promptly by communicating with Valia and Dimitris. We thought the full trash bags were to be placed in the garage and removed by the housekeepers but that never happened. After a week, we were forced to transport the trash to a local dumpster because of the malodor. Upon reporting this to Valia, it was explained that the trash was to be placed beside the front gate so the pool man could remove it. Also, the second time the housekeepers cleaned the house, the floors were not cleaned properly and used towels were left in the bathroom. Once I notified Valia of the issue, Dimitris immediately came to the villa and told us that he would have the housekeepers return the next day and do a more thorough job, which they did. He also brought us ice cream and a locally made phyllo pastry, which we really enjoyed.
The only disappointment was we were unable to watch the British Open on TV. There are only a few english speaking channels.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful villa
This villa was a perfect place for our group of 6 friends. Apart from being absolutely beautiful, it was kept immaculately clean. The rooms are all excellent, as well as the bathrooms. Best of all, the property manager Dimitri and the cleaning crew were incredibly charming, helpful, had great recommendations and we felt like family by the end of the week. Valia was attentive to our every need. Like with every villa, there were a couple of hiccups but they were addressed immediately. It is convenient to walk to the town of Panormo with many restaurants and shops. Don't miss having dinner at George and Georgia's...a great restaurant. Kostas was excellent as well. We had the private chef come cook at the house and it was interesting and delicious. Thanks for a great time!
5.0 / 5.0
Fabulous!
Everything about this property was fabulous. From the moment we entered the property we knew we had made the right choice, it was simply spectacular! The villa is exactly as described but even better than the photos and everything worked to perfection. It's a very luxurious villa in a lovely traditional village with beach, bars, restaurants and mini markets within walking distance. The communication with Valia, prior to and during our stay was exceptional going above and beyond our expectations. Valia made many recommendations for car hire, restaurants and beach clubs and took care of our reservations. All were amazing! Five stars from us!
3.0 / 5.0
Incredible Villa - but with a few issues that needed resolved
This villa has the wow factor - from the moment you enter the door, the glass floors and stair case look amazing, the lift is an added touch of luxury (even plays music !) and the kitchen and living areas do not disappoint. Bedrooms are all superb and live up to the photos.
Outside space is huge and overlooks the surrounding sea and hills. The pool is lovely and there is a huge hot tub.
However, we cannot avoid pointing out the issues we faced and had to request to be fixed - the hot tub was not working, the infinity pool was not overflowing, outside lights were not working, two sunbeds broken, broken parasol, wasps nest under kids climbing frame, sun loungers stained and faded.
Dimitri the handyman was great, and resolved these issues as quickly as he could. However, we had 5 days of various workmen at the villa while these were resolved.
What is disappointing most is that these issues were there when we arrived, it should not have taken us to snag the villa and point them out, and have workmen all over the place for more than half our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful villa
We had a fantastic week in the Thalassa Residence. The outside space is fantastic and great for large groups.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent
We have stayed in a lot of 5 star properties in the last 5 years.
This property is the best house that we have stayed in.
The cleaners were really lovely and couldn’t do enough to help you.
Nothing was too much trouble for the manager and the cleaners.
I would highly recommend this property to anyone.
2.5 / 5.0
We have stayed in a lot of 5 star properties in the last 5 years.This property is the best house that we have stayed in.The cleaners were really lovely and couldn’t do enough to help you.Nothing was too much trouble for the manager and the cleaners.I would highly recommend this property to anyone.
4.0 / 5.0
Fantastisk hus
Fantastisk hus med masser af m2 og udendørs område.
5.0 / 5.0
Great property - clean, new, spacious and very well appointed.
Great place for a large group. House and views are both beautiful. Walking distance to Panormo, a pretty village with a good selection of local restaurants, beaches and shops.
5.0 / 5.0
Most amazing house!
Our party of 9 (4 adults, 5 adult children) spent a spectacular week at this house. This house is exactly what the pictures show. There is some natural landscape right below the pool - it isn't right on the water. You just have to appreciate the natural Crete landscape. (We didn't consider this a negative.) The house was so well equipped for us to make meals in the kitchen or on the grill. We all enjoyed the infinity pool to read, sunbathe, and play games as well as view the Mediterranean Sea/Sea of Crete. The pool decking was not hot to our feet even if the temperature was really high. We never felt crowded in the house because it was so spacious. We felt totally safe in the area and in the house. Beautiful sunrises as well as sunsets were visible from the pool deck. My only concern might be for very young children or elderly people because the stairs were marble and could be slippery.
Some staples (such as coffee, milk, bread, sugar, fresh fruit, etc) were left for us. It was very nice! Closest large grocery was in Rethymnon (about 25 minutes to the west) and smaller markets in Perama.
A two minute walk to the beautiful, rugged shore let us relax in some protected coves. We could easily walk to the Panomos village for shopping or meals. The town was built up enough to have both, but it isn't crowded nor overly touristy.
We had 2 small issues (grill out of gas and hot water pump not working), but they were fixed so fast! The house manager was so attentive and nice.
Recommended restaurants: Porto Parasiris and Captain's House
Things to do: JoyRide.Bike (Panormos), Discovery Safaris - 4 wheelers/buggies in the back country (Rethymnon), Paraschakis olive oil tour (Meldoni area)
It was a wonderful week in Crete!
5.0 / 5.0
MAISON MAGNIFIQUE
nous avons passé un superbe séjour.
la maison est très belle et rien ne manque. tout est conforme au descriptif.
le personnel est très sympa.
je recommande la location de cette maison.
5.0 / 5.0
Faultless
We were a group of friends, including adults and children, staying in May 2018.
The Villa is absolutely stunning, really comfortable beds, great location and such friendly helpful hosts.
The whole place has been really well thought out.
I would recommend this villa to anyone, we loved it.
5.0 / 5.0
Toppen.Stor och bekväm med alla tänkbara faciliteter. Smakfullt inrett och oerhört fräscht.
Läget på bostaden är utmärkt. En kort trevlig promenad in till den lilla charmiga byn Panormo som har några trivsamma restauranger, en del med fantastisk utsikt över den lilla hamnen och det glittrande medelhavet. Här finns också en slaktare , några souvenirshoppar och några mindre livsmedelsaffärer där man kan hitta allt man kan behöva. Husvärden är mycket hjälpsam och positiv - ingentingär omöjligt och städningen varannan dag perfekt. En mycket trevlig chef med hustru lagade några superba middagar i vårt hus.
5.0 / 5.0
We will come back
We have enjoyed this beautiful and exceptionally well maintained villa, which is rightly described as a "luxury villa". Everything is lovingly designed and well thought out. Both the spacious house, as well as the beautiful terrace are as described in the pictures - perhaps even a bit nicer. The alarm system ensures a secure feeling. Glass floors, elevator, sauna, sports equipment, billiard table, wonderful highlights. The large terrace, with a view of the large pool (at night beautifully lit) and the sea, ensure pure relaxation. The jacuzzi whirlpool (also - with nice colored lights and different jacuzzi settings) was fun, relaxed by day and night. Also for us was the fridge with plenty of water and some food stuffed and a large offer fresh top stand on the kitchen island ready. Mr. Dimitries, who gave us a very nice welcome and explained the house, was always available for us. Panormos is a rather sleepy hamlet, with a smaller beach, but there are other beaches that can be reached by car. We had rented an audi a 3 cabrio (best cars) at valia kokkinou, thinkvilla, who had sent us all the sights and addresses beforehand, and it all worked out wonderfully. We were at the airport Heraklion International Airport from a co-worker from best cars picked up and could start the holiday already on the approx. 50 min ride to the villa, the sea smell and see en the mountains. The way to the villa is actually very easy, the road is well developed. In panormos our GPS was very helpful. Also the transfer of the rental car on our departure went without problems and the departure, even in the morning at 07: 15h was somehow still holiday, because it was warm enough to open and we could enjoy the morning sun, the mountains and the sea until the end.
This holiday was so relaxing and nice that we would gladly have extended a week - unfortunately it was already booked - but we will come back.
5.0 / 5.0
Prachtig huis , op een bijzondere plek !
Fantastische plek , prachtig huis van alle comfort voorzien en in een hele fijne omgeving .
Zeer vriendelijk contactpersoon , ( manager van het huis ) die voor alle vragen altijd bereikbaar was .
We hebben het fantastisch gehad en komen graag nog eens terug .
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful week at Thalassa Residence
We have just returned from a fantastic week at Thalassa Residence. Every aspect of this villa far exceeded any of our expectations. Valia, the letting agent, was exceptionally helpful and immediately allayed any concerns you can sometimes have booking through an internet agent. Prior to our trip, we received all the information we could require about the villa and the local area and excellent recommendations for local car hire and airport transfer. We arrived at the villa with very tired children, very late at night and were greeted by the letting manager Mr Dimitris and the villa owner, Manolo. They had left us a very well stocked welcome hamper so we had everything we needed for the first few days. The spec on the villa is outstanding. The pictures are exactly how the villa is... except reality is better. The views are unbelievable and sunset sitting on the terrace is just beautiful. We were exceptionally well looked after by Mr Dimitris. He made sure every aspect of our stay was trouble free and very enjoyable and was on hand for anything we required. Manolo treated us like family, his hospitality and care for small details were unexpected and gratefully received. Our children were delighted with the pool and toys provided. The games room downstairs was a great escape from the midday sun. The family pool tournament on the full sized table was enjoyable, even for those who lost. We did not find it necessary to try the sauna, but the gym equipment was utilised. The position of the villa means that there is a constant breeze making even the hottest days pleasant. The local town Panormos is charming and only a genuine 10 minute walk away. We found some very nice authentic Cretan cuisine there. The lovely town of Rethymno is only 20 minute drive if you require more choice and the harbour there has some good restaurants. Swimming / snorkelling on the pebbly beach just below the villa is also lovely as the local beaches can be quite busy.
We really can't think of any negatives/improvements that would have made our stay more enjoyable. We really did not want to leave and will be back next year without a doubt! Please note there is some minor development work in the area however this did not in any way affect our time at the villa.
Highly recommended.
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 $153 per night. This rental is $678 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Thalassa Residence, one of the most stunning properties in Crete. 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 Thalassa Residence, one of the most stunning properties in Crete. Enjoy the water!
Is Thalassa Residence, one of the most stunning properties in Crete pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Thalassa Residence, one of the most stunning properties in Crete?
We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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