Villa Eleftherna!

 

Cocooned on a quiet lane in the village of Eleftherna, the superb Villa Eleftherna is a rural hideaway, stone-built in traditional style.

Set in an area of magnificent natural beauty, surrounded by gardens of pretty flowering shrubs and fruit trees. it is more than a country cottage or a holiday villa.

Built on the highest spot of the village, it offers breathtaking views on the Cretan Sea, Mt. Psiloritis and the whole area.

 

  • Outdoor Features
  • Indoor Features
  • Rooms

Outdoor Features

The new-built villa is a two-storey building of 184 sqm. It has a big garden with barbecue facilities and a traditional oven, parking area and a swimming pool of 40 sqm.

In particular, there is a 35sqm balcony on the ground floor with a large wooden table and chairs.

The good-size pool stands alongside the villa with reclining chairs and umbrellas and makes an idyllic place to sit and be soothed by the warm sun.

 

Indoor Features

The sitting-room provides a complete entertainment area, as the TV corner has a DVD player, satellite TV, Internet access and a fireplace, which makes the house an appealing winter destination as well.

The modern fully-equipped kitchen has all the essentials (such as electric oven, microwave, fridge and freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine and toaster).

All the interiors are cozy and tastefully decorated with wooden and iron furniture, elegant drapery and curios. Comfortable sofas and big dining tables (both inside and outside) guarantee relaxed summer evenings.

Rooms

It can accommodate up to 8 persons in 4 bedrooms (two single-bedded and two double-bedded).

Also, two more persons can be accommodated in the comfortable sofas and there is a baby cradle available. All bedrooms have a balcony or a large veranda.

There are two WC/bathrooms (with bath) and a Jacuzzi. All rooms are air-conditioned and have TV.

Each bedroom on the ground floor has its own 6sqm balcony. Upstairs, there are spacious balconies for each bedroom. One is 34sqm and has a view of the garden, whereas the other is 14sqm and overlooks the surrounding green area.

 

Services

  • Cleaning, bed linen and towels provided every three days.
  • Pool and Garden maintenance provided every day.
  • First supplies provided when you arrive, for free.
  • Supplies for the barbeque provided, for free.

Also if you want, ask owners to provide you, for free:

  • Two baby coats, two extra air beds
  • Four mountain bikes and light hicking equipment(batons)
  • Books and board games
  • Safety deposit box key
  • Laptop

Activities

Given the location of the village and the landscape, there are numerous attractive hiking and cycling routes. The European path E4 crosses the village and passes through behind the building. The villa provides 4 mountain bicycles and light hiking equipment (batons) for free. Visitors can also easily explore the archaeological site of ancient Eleftherna (which is a stone-throw away), Arkadi (7km away), Margarites (6km) the cave of Melidoni (22km away), Zoniana (32km away), Anogia (37km away).

The owner of the villa, George Vasilakis, is an experienced member of the Climbing Club of Rethymno and he will be glad to help with any relevant information on beautiful scenic routes and paths you can walk, ride on the bikes or drive. If you are lucky enough, your stay may coincide with one of the guided trips the Climbing Club organizes around the island (you can participate after arrangement/ reservation).

For the adventure-seekers, you will be given the necessary information on the extreme activities available on the island.

www.cretanadventures.gr

www.walkingenglishman.com/crete2.htm

www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g189413-Activities-Crete.html