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Anemomylos Villa I, countryside retreat, Walking distance to shops & restaurants

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10140 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

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

Anemomylos Villa I, countryside retreat, Walking distance to shops & restaurants

The Private Family Retreat, is part 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.

Anemomylos Villa I, located on the top of a side hill over the village of Skepasti, is here to provide you with every comfort and space for your family holidays in Crete. The village is located at the middle of North Crete with access to the main road that crosses North Crete connecting the cities of Chania and Heraklion and just 25 Kms away from the old city of Rethymno. In walking distance from the villa, approximately 200 meters you will find shops, tavernas, cafes and also a bus stop.

Anemomylos Villa I is the first of the two identical Anemomylos Villas- each of them with separate facilities and private pools, which can also be rented together, to secure privacy and comfort for your large group of friends and family. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more details.

Layout - Exterior
The outdoor area of Anemomylos Villa I, is unique for relaxation and long days under the sun. There is a 48m² private swimming pool (10,5m * 4,50m and 1,00m - 1,50m deep), equipped with sun beds and umbrellas, welcomes you to unwind with a refreshing cocktail, as the setting provides an amazing display of sunsets and a soft, caressing breeze you will not soon forget. There is also a special children’s compartment 0,50 cm deep. Additionally a ping pong table is available for unlimited hours of fun.

The Villa is located in a 2.000 sq. m. olive grove area and the outdoor sitting areas and BBQ facilities are ideal for al fresco dining close to nature, which is an experience you will love. Sitting on the spacious veranda, you can enjoy the sweeping view overlooking the crystal blue freshwater pool and the stunning landscape and let your mind and soul wonder the Cretan countryside.

Interior - First Floor
Entering the 140m2 villa on the first floor, brings you in a large room, where the living room and the kitchen are placed. The comfortable couch and armchairs invite you to relax and unwind. The villa is equipped with satellite TV and a fireplace, for endless hours of fun and relaxation.

From the open plan living room, a door leads into the more private space of the villa, which consists of two bedrooms (one with a double bed and one with two single beds) and the bathroom. There you can also find the stairway that leads to the second floor of the villa. Every bedroom has its own balcony and closet. Every balcony provides you with magnificent view of the mountains and the ancient windmill ruins of the village. The veranda is connected both to the living room as well as to the main entrance, allowing the visitors direct access without having to enter the Villa.

The contemporary design kitchen is fully equipped and offers everything anyone could ask for so that he could feel just like home. It is well equipped with electric devices and of course all the kitchenware and utensils.

Second Floor
Going up the stairway we reach the second floor of the apartment where we find two more bedrooms (one with a double bed and the other with two beds) and one more bathroom, which is equipped with a washing machine. A door leads us to a big veranda which has a panoramic view of the area. This veranda is ideal for priceless moments of relaxation, while viewing the mountains and the stunning landscape of the region.

The Villa boasts four bedrooms and can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests in real beds. Two more guests can sleep in the two sofas of the living room. * Alternatively, two folding beds can also be provided in two of the bedrooms upon request.

Property Notes:
- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
- Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every four days.
- Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included.
- Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
- Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
- Complimentary free up to 50 Mbps Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the house and in the garden.
- All in-house electronics are available, including a washing machine, dishwasher, a flat-screen TV with satellite reception, DVD player, oven, microwave, mixer, toaster, coffee machine, fridge, freezer, hairdryer, iron and iron board.
- Free Parking space inside the Villa premises.
- 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
- Pets allowed only upon request & Pet Agreement required
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)

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Location Overview

Anemomylos Villas are located in the village of Skepasti, where guests can find a taverna, a, cafe as well as a mini market all within walking distance. A bus stop can also be found making it a great base since a car is not essential.

Panormo, a friendly sea side village and just 5 minutes away by car is 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
Closest shops (cafe, restaurants, super market): 100 meters
Bus stop: 200 meters
Panormos Beach: 3,4 Km
Rethymno Port & Town: 24 Km
Heraklion International Airport: 60 Km
Chania International Airport: 91,4 Km

The Villa is within walking distance to a bus stop, so no car needed. Also cafe, restaurants and mini markets are within short walking distance.

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Marina 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1507 sq ft (140 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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

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: 10
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 1364154

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

About the neighborhood

Map
Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • Reptisland - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Spilies Beach - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Melidoni Cave - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Livadi beach - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Varkotopos beach - 11 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Melidoni Cave - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Panormo Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Isla - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Galini Taverna - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Posto Panormo - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Anemomylos Villa I, countryside retreat, Walking distance to shops & restaurants have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Anemomylos Villa I, countryside retreat, Walking distance to shops & restaurants pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Anemomylos Villa I, countryside retreat, Walking distance to shops & restaurants?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Anemomylos Villa I, countryside retreat, Walking distance to shops & restaurants?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Anemomylos Villa I, countryside retreat, Walking distance to shops & restaurants located?

This family-friendly Mylopotamos villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Church of Agios Yiorgos, Sfagia Beach and Limni Beach. Reptisland and Geropotamos Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Anemomylos Villa I, countryside retreat, Walking distance to shops & restaurants Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely villa
The villa was very clean and spaceous. The host were very accommodating and especially when my husband fell ill. Would visit again x
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacky f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anemomylos Villa - Skepasti Village
Lovely Villa and pool - perfect for our family holiday x children have certainly made the most of the lovely pool - we would definitely book again !! Owners and Think Villa ( Valia) so very helpful and kind Highly recommend
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominic O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Hosts and beautiful Villa
We had a wonderful stay at Anemomylos Villa I. It was a beautiful, spacious and immaculate Villa with everything you could need for your stay. The pool area was gorgeous with a fabulous pool, built in bbq area with a fresh supply of charcoal and stunning views of the hills and mountains in the distance. Our hosts Eleni and Nikos could not have been nicer, more welcoming or attentive. We received a nice welcome basket of goodies on arrival. They made us feel very relaxed, thoroughly welcomed and at home. The village of Skepasti is very traditional and the locals, despite the language barrier, made us feel very very welcome, looking after us so kindly when we popped into the local cafe. Panormos town is about 5 minutes away by car and is beautiful, with a supermarket, gift shops and lovely restaurants. There is a gorgeous port with beaches and watersports. So much else to see all around the island, with the villa as the perfect base as it's minutes from the international road taking you to most sights. There is a Lidl Supermarket about 20 minutes away in Rethymno for a bigger food shop should you need it. Thank you Eleni and Nikos for your warmth and hospitality and we can't wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth V.

Liked: Cleanliness
60th birthday celebrations
The villa lived up to our expectations and gave us a lovely location to other places

10/10 Excellent

Simon M., Otley, United Kingdom

Perfectly located family sized Villa in quiet local village community.
The booking process was very professional throughout, all emails answered straight away. Not only did Valia of ThinkVilla assisted with airport transfer and hire car companies. Upon arrival Mr.Nikos and his wife greeted us and showed us around. As we were arriving late we requested some basic groceries to be at the Villa upon our arrival which Mr.Nikos had organized for us. We were a party of 7 adults, 2 children and 1 infant and never felt cramped. Loction was prefect, the Villa is one of two located next door to each other but the pools are located back to front so that you have total privacy. The views across the village are amazing and the night sky in the absence of light pollution whilst sat on the veranda was something special. Interior; very well presented and very clean. Beds were changed once a week, towels were changed twice weekly. Exterior; pool was the prefect size and very clean. The outside area was cleaned daily by Mr.Nikos including the BBQ, all rack and cooking equipment with fresh charcoal provided. Local amenities; The Villa is located within walking distance of a local Taverna and I urge anyone that stays here to go. It is very cheap, open very early and closes very late, provides alcoholic, soft drinks and ice cream etc the locals are very friendly. You can eat at the Taverna, however you do need to book in advance, the food is all locally source and excellently made. There is also another excellent Taverna located half way between Skepasti and Panormos. Within the village of Skepasti there is also a small shop. The shop is not easy to find (ask at the Taverna) and they do not speak English but if you provide a list they will source ALL your food/butchery and bakery requirements. Failing that you could go into Panormos where there is 3-4 mini markets, failing that you could go into Rethymno where we found 2 large Supermarkets. Panormos is the nearest port village (less than 5 mins by car), it has two beaches and there is a great selection of restaurants. There is also a butchers and bakery however we found these to be expensive, so used the small shop in Skepasti instead along with the occasional trip to the supermarket in Rethymno for all our food/supply needs. Overall we had a lovely 2 week family holiday, I can’t thank Valia enough for her assistance during the booking process and Mr & Mrs Nikos along with the community of Skepasti for their hospitality during our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

andrew m.

Absolutely Fantastic
Our first impressions of the villa were excellent. Nikkos and his wife greeted us and showed us around. Four bedrooms over two floors. Plenty of room for two families. The villa was in excellent order and very clean. The pool was amazing with plenty of space. The views from the villa were over Skepasti where you are within walking distance of a cafe, small shop, taverna. Panormos is the nearest resort (10 minutes by car, or you can get the bus from Skepasti. Taxis were around 10 euros each way) where there were a good selection of restaurants and bars, two beaches and a number of shops, bakery, butchers. Earning out was very reasonably priced and was of good quality. Although it was high season it never felt busy. I cannot thank the people of Skepasti enough for making us feel so welcomed, most of all Nikkos and his family for looking after us during our stay. We will definitely be back..

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

Stunning!!
Fantastic, spacious 4 bedroom villa with lovely views of the Creten mountains and great pool, BBQ and table tennis. We couldn't have asked for friendlier or more generous hosts than Nikos & Eleni who even went as far as to bring us fresh figs, olive oil and baked bread. We were travelling with small children and they made sure they had everything required. Own car required as nearest amenities in the lovely fishing village of pomormos approximately 5 minutes travel by car. Hopefully we will return, Crete is a lovely island.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre A., BRUNOY

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa top niveau
Que dire si ce n'est que la villa était magnifique, propre, avec tout ce que l'on peut attendre d'une location de vacances. Les propriétaires sont charmants et très accueillant. Nous avons énormément apprécié toutes les petites attentions à notre égard et je tiens à. les remercier pour leur gentillesse
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jens G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle abgelegene Villa
Die Hosts sind ein niedliches älteres Paar, die beiden haben uns den schon so schönen Urlaub mit ihren Nettigkeiten nur weiter versüßt! Die Villa ist toll, der Pool, ausgestattet mit Outdoor-Dusche, jeden Tag Ort des Geschehens & die Küche plus Outdoor-Grill reichen völlig aus, um große Gruppen zu bekochen. Alle Zimmer sind klimatisiert und haben einen Zugang zu eigenen Balkons, auch super! Das Dorf Skepasti ist nicht allzu leicht zu erreichen, dabei sollte man sich lieber an die Schilder als an Navigationssysteme halten, bevor man auf einen abgelegenen Feldweg geführt wird. Von Skepasti selbst sind es 25 Minuten bis nach Rethymnon, wo man alles erleben kann was das Herz begehrt! Strand, Wassersport, Tavernen & Bars und ganz wichtig, Lidl. Bei großen Gruppen haben wir den Lidl oft aufgesucht, um uns zu versorgen. Alles in allem war die Villa für unsere Gruppe (4 Pärchen, alter zwischen 18 und 23) absolut perfekt, ein Mietwagen ist aber ein Muss. Wir wären gerne länger dort geblieben!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jörg H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Toller Urlaub
Eine sehr schöne Villa über 2 Etagen mit großem Wohn/Kochbereich, 4 Schlafräumen und 2 Bädern. 2 Terassen. Alles da was man im Urlaub benötigt. Sehr nette Vermieter!!! Absolut toller Pool genug Platz für die Autos. Jeder Zeit wieder.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schöner Aufenthalt in einer tollen Villa
Wir haben mit 2 Familien und 2 kleinen Kindern tolle 10 Tage in der wunderschönen Villa verbracht. Besonders toll waren die Gastfreundschaft und die Herzlichkeit unserer Vermieter. Die Villa an sich ist sehr schön gelegen und toll ausgestattet. Der Blick von der Dachterrasse ist atemberaubend, der Pool ist fantastisch. Es hat an nichts gefehlt. Tolle Restaurants und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten befinden sich in unmittelbarer Nähe im Nachbarort Panormos. Zwei kleine Minuspunkte gibt es: die Matratzen sind leider alle knüppelhart und unbequem, gut und bequem geschlafen haben wir nicht. Ebenso muss man sich darüber bewusst sein, dass in unmittelbarer Nähe die Hauptverkehrsachse von Kreta verläuft, speziell die Lastwagen hört man draußen sehr deutlich. Drinnen ist es aber angenehm ruhig. In Summe war es ein toller Aufenthalt.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019