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Eva Villa, a Captivating Retreat with Private Pool & Whirlpool.

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Outdoor dining
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Perama, Crete
  • Popular LocationReptisland8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMelidoni Cave9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpilies Beach10 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)56 min drive

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.

Eva Villa, a Captivating Retreat with Private Pool & Whirlpool.

The Private Luxury Retreat, is part of an Elite group 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.

Set amid within an olive field, this luxurious villa, has been carefully decorated with modern style and elegant sensory driven elements! A unique private Villa, well-suited for those seeking privacy for impromptu getaways. Eva Villa is within close proximity ( 5 minutes driving distance) to well stocked mini markets of Perama town & sandy beaches of Panormo. If you see beauty in simplicity, this unique retreat will let all your thoughts dissolve into the ether.

Designed for you, inspired by here. With locally sourced stone, regional whitewashed walls, and iconic sensory pool design, make this home groundbreaking. The Cretan sun shines brightly on olive groves, cobbled streets, rolling hills, and a friendly welcoming culture, all beautifully showcased by staying at Villa Eva.

External Living | Pool & BBQ
Mature trees and beds of fragrant blooms decorate the grounds, set on ribbons of luscious neat green lawn. The secluded, enclosed gardens and large outdoor pool with a children pool compartment & an outdoor whirlpool ( non heated), will prove enormously popular amongst all generations, especially with the mesmeric views and stunning naturescapes as a backdrop. Lay out al fresco lunches and make like the Greeks, grazing on cold meats and olives between dips, before reclining to watch the dramatic Cretan sunset unfold with a G&T on hand at the gazebo. Making the most of the natural location, an immaculate terrace offer mesmerising scenery for al fresco dining by the fully equipped BBQ with an outdoor dinning area, balmy in summer for celebrated dinning. There is an additional hammock, outdoor TV and children toys for a bit of extra activity in mind. Little ones are sure to have hours of fun with their own ‘Dream Outdoor Play area’, and the sensory swimming pool to splash about in until well past bedtime.

Internal Living | Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Villa Eva is sensory decorated in earthy tones, with an open plan living-cum area, an impressive fireplace which creates a soothing atmosphere, and floor-to-ceiling glass will open up to views of endless green, pouring light into every corned of your interior. The abundance of space at the flow to light-filled living room is price for entertaining, with a fully-equipped, party-ready kitchen enriched with an indoor dinning spot for culinary wonders. The living room features a fireplace and 50’ smart TV for movies o’clock or a cosy corner to read your holiday book overlooking the pool. Individually crafted to frame, Villa Eva boasts a unique interior layout and offers spacious accommodation for up to 8 guests in real beds, at its four bedrooms. An additional guest can sleep to a comfy sofa bed. The bedrooms have at their disposal two bathroom with a walk in shower for those who wish to relax after a day of exploration. You’ll be certainly humming to the tune of Louis Armstrong’s ‘What a wonderful world’ while pulling the cork on a bottle of red or white.

For Relaxation
Maybe it’s the dreamy nature setting, or perhaps it’s the cool exquisite interiors that exude a certain ethereal elegance and calm, that will make you wish your holiday could last forever and a day. Recline in the outdoor pool and watch the sky 'fall' as the clouds settle.

Practicalities
There is secured parking space inside the Villa’s premises for two cars, as well as an additional free parking space outside the Villa’s premises for more cars. The property is well-equipped with all the mod cons; Fridge with freezer, Electric stove with oven, Espresso machine, Filter coffee machine & Frappe machine, Microwave, Dishwasher, Wine Fridge, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryers, and an open plan fully equipped kitchen!

Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
Weekly Housekeeping Service.
Towels and linen changes once per week.
Pool and garden cleaning twice per week.
Baby cot and high chair available upon request.


Mod Cons
High quality bath towels, pool towels, bathrobes and bathroom amenities available.
Baby cot and high chair are available upon request.
Stair gates and a portable protective fence around the pool can also be provided upon request.
Stroller could be provided upon request (depending availability).
Private gate with remote control & private parking lot inside to property.
Safety Deposit Box & Alarm System.
Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included.

Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa.
Smart TV’s available in all bedrooms
Bluetooth Dock
DVD player
Outside shaded dining area
Outdoor shower available
Outdoor BBQ facilities (charcoal)
Outdoor Playground Area
Ping Pong
Spa Whirlpool
Pre stock service available
Extra Housekeeping Services are available with additional charge

24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.

Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)

Villa Eva is located in the provincial road between Panormo and Perama. In Perama town which is within 5 minutes away by car you will find everything that you might need like shops, bakery, grocery store, taverns, cafes, supermarkets, ATM machines, pharmacies, gas stations and post office.

Also Panormo, is a friendly sea side village, 5 minutes away by car and well know 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, 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
Super Market & Restaurants: 3.5 Kms
Panormos Beach: 4 Kms
Heraklion International Airport: 65 Kms
Chania International Airport: 94 Kms
Rethymno Port & Town: 25 Kms

Licence Number : 1041Κ91002974401

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Boat on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1507 sq ft (140 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets allowed upon request & Pet Agreement required

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots are available on request at the property
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 9
Note from host: Prior notice, extra fees, event contract requir
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Villa Eva Relax Pool Outdoor Jacuzzi Garden Playground Ping Pong
Villa Eva Relax Pool Outdoor Jacuzzi Garden Playground Ping Pong

About the area

Mylopotamos

Located in Mylopotamos, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Rethimno Kart and Horse Park Rethymno are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sfagia Beach and Limni Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Reptisland and Paleontological Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Reptisland - 8 min drive
  • Melidoni Cave - 9 min drive
  • Spilies Beach - 10 min drive
  • Rethimno Kart - 16 min drive
  • Museum of Ancient Eleutherna - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Iberostar Creta Panorama - 9 min drive
  • Melidoni Cave - 9 min drive
  • Μάνταλος - 10 min drive
  • Cafe Ciao - 10 min drive
  • Zeno Lobby Bar - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Eva Villa, a Captivating Retreat with Private Pool & Whirlpool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Eva Villa, a Captivating Retreat with Private Pool & Whirlpool. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Eva Villa, a Captivating Retreat with Private Pool & Whirlpool. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eva Villa, a Captivating Retreat with Private Pool & Whirlpool. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eva Villa, a Captivating Retreat with Private Pool & Whirlpool. located?

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jayne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Secluded Villa
lovely house & grounds for a family holiday. Owner left a cake for us as we were celebrating, which was a lovely touch. Would recommend, you will need a car to get anywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
The Villa was perfect! Exactly how the pictures look. The owner was fantastic and replied to any requests we had instantly! Shops are 2 mins away and also a lovely beach. We travelled out a few days to other places and was nice and easy! Would 100% recommend visiting!
Stayed 12 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Toby B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Villa - fantastic service
We spent a lovely two weeks at the villa. Great setting, lovely gardens and fantastic swimming pool for three children from 3 to 11 years old. We were really looked after well too!

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Outstanding villa, excellent accommodation.
The villa is outstanding and has everything you would expect from a property of this standard it did not let us down. The help from the owner was first class and there was bread,wine,cheese and fruit waiting in the villa. The owner mid week evening baked us a traditional moussaka which was gorgeous. You would need to like cats as they are always around in Crete and there is a busy road right outside the villa. It is well screened with trees but you can hear the noise whilst outside. The pool is not heated so can be a bit cold but once you get in it's fine. You will need a car to get around but there are supermarkets and towns within 5 to 10 mins drive. Bali beach is brilliant and do is Rethymno.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Beautiful family villa
We have just spent a lovely week in this beautiful villa which was perfect for our family group of 6 adults and 2 toddlers. The Villa is so well equipped with everything you could need and the play area was a real hit with the children, unfortunately due to the time of year the pool was too cold to really use. The Villa was spotlessly clean on arrival and we particularly liked the extras touches of bathrobes and pool towels The owners were very helpful and responded quickly when we wanted information on things such as local taxis. We really enjoyed the homemade orange pie that we received as a surprise and the comment of "the best I ever tasted" was heard several times. If I could make just one suggestion that could make it even better, I would suggest a couple of chairs and table on the balconies leading from each bedroom as it is the side where the sun rises each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gale B., Longniddry, East Lothian, Scotland

Absolutely stunning property! Huge outdoor space beautifully landscaped. Inside the villa was homely
We arrived late at night and entering the gates to the villa was like entering a lush tropical jungle! Absolutely stunning! Our first morning was spent exploring the huge grounds which are fully secured and safe for children. There were a selection of toys and inflatables. The garden is beautifully landscaped with lots of seating and shaded areas. There was even an outdoor tv where we enjoyed watching the World Cup! The three separate sections of the pool were enjoyed by all! Inside the villa was cool, clean and definitely felt like home. The master bedroom has an amazing bed which we found so comfortable... it was a pleasure to crawl into at the end of every glorious day! The door of the villa was alarmed so if any children managed to sneak out to the pool unattended, we knew straight away! An excellent safety feature. We did a little exploring at nearby panormos, rethymno, Perama and Bali. Panormos was our favourite. We used a great little takeaway restaurant in perama called Opaka. Delicious and great delivery service! We shopped for groceries at Lidl in rethymno mostly... but also topped up on smaller shopping trips to nearby perama. Villa owner Eva was lovely. Even when we needed her help for a slight emergency at 11pm one evening , she responded immediately! She also surprised us with a delicious dessert she had made! The villa was cleaned and beds changed every three days and we became friends with the cleaner 😄. Since returning home from our fabulous trip to villa Eva, we have started to plan our next holiday!! We have looked at many villas in many different countries... but we keep comparing to villa Eva! We might just have to go back!!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andy N.

Perfect Trip
We have just got back from a fantastic 2 week stay at Villa Eva. The villa itself is immaculately presented and comfortably fitted 8 of us. The pool area is beautiful (day and night) and is cleaned on a regular basis - every few days. The villa itself is also cleaned every few days including all bedding and towels etc. Everything we needed was well catered for both before we went through Valia and whilst we were there by the owner Eva. Nothing was too much trouble and if we had any questions, Eva was always on hand or at the end of a phone - she even provided us with a delicious traditional Moussaka halfway through our holiday which was a lovely touch. The Villa itself is about halfway between Panormos and Perama which both have supermarkets, bars and restaurants. If you travel further a field to Bali, you will find a beautiful beach with plenty of watersports, beach side bars and places to eat. The beach is perfect for children as the water is shallow and warm. I would recommend a hire car as the Villa does not reside within walking distance of anything, but the local Taxi service was great - Nikos was always quick to arrive and offered a great service. I would highly recommend Villa Eva to families, we also got to look around Villa Dimitrious which is next door which would be perfect for larger groups (sleeps up to 17 i think). We all had a fantastic time and would strongly recommend Villa, hopefully we will get to go back again next year. Thanks, Andy
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Lovely and relaxing catered for the whole family
Wonderful villa clean and nicely appointed. Catered for the whole family including a 2 year old. Lots of shaded areas and lovely gardens. Pool had different levels suitable gor all. Within easy reach by car to beaches and other attractions. Felt welcoming and looked after by Eva would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

Exceptional
We were 2 families holidaying to celebrate my 40th birthday. The children were aged 5, 5 and 16 months. All of us agreed we could not want for more in a villa and had an incredible holiday. The villa is purpose built, clean and brilliantly resourced eg. A real coffee machine, 3 hair dryers, a juicer and a good selection of basics in the kitchen to get you started on arrival (milk, bread etc). The outdoor area is exceptional. We enjoyed every area- the comfy seats in the evening playing cards, the dining table for every meal, the BBQ, the shaded baby pool, the pools, the hammock, play area, sun loungers (which we all commented on how comfy, secure and well designed they are!) and table tennis (we bought a trophy for the winning couple- it wasn't us!). We enjoyed many pool days. The beds are comfy and air con is set for a cool indoor experience. The ensuite shower to the main room is a bit cramped. And the fourth bedroom is not ideally located off the kitchen- but we didnt use that. The local area is fab with a mouth watering bakery a couple of minutes drive away. There's a great take away down the road and Food store. You need a car. We loved visiting the local beaches in Bali. They are all set up with umbrellas and loungers. The sand is dark and the water clear. If you swim out it gets that turquoise blue. We feasted like kings at every opportunity and loved every meal. Fresh tasteful delicious food including the amazing moussaka that Eva cooked for us!! A MUST restaurant to visit is Prima Flora in Rethymno. Book in advance. We ate there twice. The weather was hot with no clouds in the sky every day. We lived by the pool or sea so this was always a positive. The local people were always kind, warm, welcoming and honest. And Eva was so helpful! She started a What's App group with us before our arrival and was always on hand with help and advice! Even when we locked ourselves out! (Keep a door key hidden outside just in case!) We were nervous about the road as mentioned in other reviews but were pleasantly surprised. You do hear the cars or lorrie's that pass but you soon tune them out, the road isn't that busy and all has been done to block the sound and sight if the road. I have hired many villas and traveled extensively. This experience at villa Eva was wonderful and fitted our brief of a relaxing poolside/beach holiday with great weather, food and friends. We recommend this Villa without reserve.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

judith q.

Comfortable well placed villa
We stayed in this villa with our son his partner and grandson for 2 weeks. Beautiful safe pool which our 3 year old grandson made the most of, lots of seating outside, cool areas BBQ etc. Walled safe garden with parking for 3/4 cars. Plenty of pool towels supplied, the pool and grounds were attended a few times during our stay. The 2 twin bed rooms and 1 master with ensuite are exceptionally comfortable, the smaller double is off of the kitchen. Separate large bathroom. Very comfortable and well equipped house. Our maid came at least twice a week to change the beds and clean. Eva the owner is lovely and made us traditional moussaka which was exceptional I would say you definitely need a car, there are lots of food shops in the little town just up the road - if you want beef you have to go to the butchers shop. Chania is a beautiful place to visit, here you can book boat trips. Rethymno has lots of places to eat, lovely shops, nice beach - here you can hire jet bikes. Arkadi monastery is worth a trip, its cooler in the mountains and you pass lots of interesting villages and tavernas, if you go here drive to Spili - very pretty and you can drink the mountain Ian water which comes out of 20ish lion heads (fountain). Make sure you have a good sat nav. We had a really enjoyable time here. One negative this villa is on a very fast road and although there is a high wall and trees you can still hear the cars (not in the house) so if you want total peace from vehicles whilst relaxing by the pool it is unlikely. This did not in any way stop us having fun and using the facilities.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017