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Espera Luxury Beach Front Residence, Private Pool & Walking to All Amenities

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Pool
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Popular LocationFortezza Castle2 min drive
  • Popular LocationRethymnon Venetian Port3 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Crete4 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)74 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Espera Luxury Beach Front Residence, Private Pool & Walking to All Amenities

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.

The enviable location of Espera Beach Front Luxury Residence, is a gift, lying right on a sandy beach, at the quiet edge of the charming town of Rethymno. This charming holiday beach Villa boasts dramatic, unobstructed views of the Northern Cretan Sea, as well as the beach, the Fortezza Fortress and Rethymno bay.

Furthermore, the Villa’s position offers an exceptional combination of beauty and practical appeal, as it is just ten minutes walking to the Old City centre and all the relevant historic sites. Additionally, super markets, cafes, beach bars, bus station, pharmacy, banks and all other kinds of amenities are easily reached on foot or by bike, giving you the chance of having a totally car free holiday!

Layout
Espera Residence is well suited both as a couple's coastal retreat or a family’s self-catered getaway! Besides the fact that the Residence is fully equipped, completely and elegantly reconstructed and refurbished with the finest touches of the best private homes, it also encaptures the simplicity of water, light and air in all its grandeur. The Residence can accommodate up to 6 guests in its three spacious bedrooms.

Interior
The interior layout of Espera Beach Front Residence works beautifully. All set on the ground floor, the 145 m2 Villa is very convenient for families with small children or older people. Entering, the Villa features a modern, open-plan area where the living room area and the fully equipped kitchen are located. Double doors lead directly to the private pool and terrace. Some steps further you will find the elegantly decorated bedrooms, bedecked in fine linens and cloud-soft pillows to ensure a blissful night's sleep. There are also two modern bathrooms, one of them featuring a bath tub and the other one with a shower cabin, providing the perfect space to pamper yourself after a long day at the beach and sea!

Exterior
Multiple broad and tall double doors functioning as portals inviting you to move seamlessly in and out. Lead through the wooden front gate and you are quite literally right on the beach, dig your toes in the sand and enjoy a wonderful seaside break. The 100 m2 outside area is a perfect haven in which to kick back and relax, whether it’s just the two of you enjoying a romantic escape or you’re sharing the space with family and friends. Allow your self to enjoy the stunning private swimming pool (6x3 meters and 1.2 meters deep), which is wonderfully lit at night, and relax at the grassy garden or sunny slate terrace to the sounds of the sea. Have a homemade meal with traditional local products and prepare it at the BBQ facilities available at the terrace. At the outside dinning area, under the shade of a white linen umbrella, enjoy an unforgettable al fresco supper experience. The front deck, which faces directly to the sea, has the best sunset views, perfect to enjoy the real Mediterranean feel. This is the perfect area from which to fully appreciate your spectacular setting!

Espera Beach Front Residence, is part of an iconic complex - Kimata BeachFront Retreats, which includes six independent holiday homes in total, each of them with separate facilities & private entrances. Kindly note that due to the design of the complex some of the areas may be overlooked. All homes feature their own reserved sun-beds at the beach located in-front of the complex.

Provided Services
-Taxi and Minivan private Transfers can be arranged from and to the airport of your choice, as well as for any other destination of your preference (with extra charge).
-Babysitting service can also be scheduled, either by hour or by the day.
-Luggage storage is available for our guests, in case of early arrival or late departure, free of charge.
-Dry cleaning service (with extra charge)
-Daily breakfast and Private chef menus can be provided upon request (with extra charge)
-Residence Pre stocking available upon request.

Property Notes:
- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
- Housekeeping, towels and linen changes twice a week.
- Free parking space in the street besides the Villa and plenty of space for your bicycles!
- Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included.
- Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
- Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa.
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
- 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
- All in-house electronics are available, including plasma TVs with satellite reception in all bedrooms and lining room, a washing machine, dishwasher, mp3/CD and DVD players, large fridge with freezer, electric stove, kettle, toaster, cooking utensils, microwave, espresso machine, blender, vacuum cleaner, iron and iron board.
Check-in time after 16:00 pm. Check-out time before 11:00 am.

*Please kindly note that the beach profile changes seasonally due to the change in wave energy experienced during summer and winter months.

The position of Espera residence offers an exceptional combination of beauty and practical appeal. Espera residence is settled at the quiet edge of the charming Rethymno city, in ten minutes walking distance. All the relevant historic sites are easily reached on foot. The city of Rethymno is an ideal tourist destination for visitors who wish to explore the rich cultural heritage and the natural beauties of Crete. This well-organized city offers to visitors a variety of picturesque routes to follow and numerous historical monuments to visit.There is nothing that is inconvenient from here, super markets, cafes, beach bars, bus station(100 meters), pharmacy, banks….all reached on foot or by bike! Great for car free holidays!

Although, if you insist on renting a car, you can park it in the street beside the houses. Gratefully, there is plenty of space for your bicycles. Part of the hip new Rethymno is going by bike—with skirts and high hills if you please.

Distances to Important Locations
Super Market & Restaurants: 300 meters
Rethymno Port: 2.5 Kms
Chania International Airport: 65.8 Kms
Heraklion International Airport: 86.4 Kms

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 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
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed outdoors

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing 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 (host has indicated 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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Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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 not allowed

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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
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 that 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
Property Registration Number 1337963

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 not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Espera Luxury Beach Front Residence Walking All Amenities Villa
Espera Luxury Beach Front Residence Walking All Amenities

About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in the city centre and on the beach. Historical and Folk Art Museum of Rethymnon and Erofili Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rethymnon Venetian Port and Port of Rethymnon. Travelling with kids? Consider Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Fortezza Castle - 2 min drive
  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 3 min drive
  • Rimondi Fountain - 3 min drive
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 3 min drive
  • University of Crete - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Koo Koo Brunch Cafe - 20 min walk
  • Γουρουνάκια - 2 min drive
  • Barrio - 2 min drive
  • Bikakis Bakery-Cafe-Street Food - 4 min drive
  • Cavo - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Espera Luxury Beach Front Residence, Private Pool & Walking to All Amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Espera Luxury Beach Front Residence, Private Pool & Walking to All Amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Espera Luxury Beach Front Residence, Private Pool & Walking to All Amenities?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Espera Luxury Beach Front Residence, Private Pool & Walking to All Amenities located?

Located in Rethymno, this beachfront villa is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Rethymnon Court House, Municipal Garden and Rethymnon Municipal Garden. Valide Sultana Mosque and Great Gate are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Li Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views in the spacious apartment
Our stay at Crete was wonderful! The view of the apartment is amazing and the host is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful vill
The villa was beautiful. Spacious living area, fully equipped kitchen, and the bedrooms were lovely. The beach was a few steps away from the back garden and was warm enough for a daily swim. The pool was slightly warmer and ideal for floating on a lilo. Marianna was the perfect host. We loved our holiday here at Espera and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a holiday here
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Perfection on the beach
I can’t say enough good things about this place. It’s literally on the beach and it has a pool. What more can you say. There were five of us and we rented a car. We were able to drive into town each night park in a car park for about 2 eu And walk around have dinner etc. But you could also walk into town and there are several restaurants that are within a 2 to 3 minute walk. The location is unbelievable. You really don’t need a car if you don’t wanna explore the island. We enjoyed exploring the island and spending time in old town Our hostess Marianne is great. There is wine and other snacks there when you arrive. She is very helpful and made arrival simply perfect. I believe we will be back. Just be careful and make sure you watch the red flag on the beach. If it’s out do not go in the water. We learned that the currents are so strong they will literally kill you. So don’t go in if the red flags out. This is not an issue because you can sit on the beach and I’ll see you’ve got your pool right there. Great great experience don’t look anymore stay here Lisa P New York
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Amazing location!
We had a wonderful 2 week holiday staying at Espera villa, the location on the beach and view is just wonderful. Marianna the host was ever so welcoming with lots of helpful suggestions and booking restaurants and taxis for us. The front of the property is on a busy road, but it doesn’t disturb you and when you are by the pool you don’t notice the traffic. It’s great to be on the beach but also walking distance from so many shops and amazing restaurants. The best of both! Old town is very charming and we rented a car for a few days to explore the area. So much to do and see. A very memorable holiday and we came home very well rested! Many thanks!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Neoklis K.

Wonderful property walking distance from restaurants and amenities yet in a private secluded setting
An oasis on the middle of the most beautiful town of Crete
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nick M., Cheltenham, Glos

Lovely villa, everything we needed and a very welcoming owner!
We stayed for one week in May 2018. We arrived late evening, but Marianne the owner was there to welcome us with some essential groceries and a lovely welcome basket of local delicacies. A very nice touch. The entrance is via a busy road, but once you are in the villa, this is not a problem. In fact it is useful as you're near some local shops and restaurants. The interior is very spacious and the quality of the furnishings, beds, etc are all very good. Outside is a lovely pool area, with a small lawn, a built in BBQ, table and chairs, etc It's about 20 minutes walk into the old town. You can get a taxi back for fixed price of 5 Euros All in all a lovely place to relax and enjoy the weather
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Fabulous
Great villa, amazing welcome basket and local service.. . Marianna was incredibly friendly and helpful. Walking distance of everything. A bit of road noise but, location more than makes up for this.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Amanda Sneddon

Beautiful Villa, Fantastic Location
Spent a week in the Espera Villa during the Oct week. The villa itself is fantastic, it was very well equipped with everything you needed to make your stay an enjoyable one. For us, the highlight was the location of the villa, right on the beach. We swam in the sea every day and it was lovely. The old town was around a 20min walk or around 4/5 stops on the bus. There is a bus stop within a short walking distance of the villa and cost €1.10 single. There was a mini market for supplies next to the villa and there were some good restaurants within a few hundred metres which sat overlooking the sea, which were really nice. Overall we had a lovely week. Casey-Sneddon Family
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

A great week!
We had a great stay at Espera Villa. Our host was very accommodating and generous, taking the time to meet us on arrival at the villa and showing us around. The villa was of a very high standard, clean and well equipped but the outside space is the highlight. A lovely outdoor dining area leading to a pool and seating right next the to beach with a wonderful sea view. The villa and pool were both cleaned during our stay and we were even provided with some welcome essentials. The villa is a 5 minute walk from three lovely restaurants overlooking a cove and there is a coffeeshop and bakery and a mini market for essentials within a few yards. The walk to old town is approximately 20-25mins. We would often walk in for dinner and get a taxi home at a cost of €5. There is a large supermarket called Synca about 15mins from the villa and it had everything we needed for the week and a bbq. Old town is lovely. Lots of nice restaurants and boutique shops. Overall we could not fault our stay and would highly recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Chris barber

A beautiful villa in a wonderful position.
A beautiful villa in a wonderful position. Stayed here with the family. Two grandchildren aged 8 and 6 loved the pool and easy access to the beach. Close to restaurants and Rethymnon. Well equipped. Mariana made us feel very welcome. The only disappointment was that a week was not long enough. Beautiful place wonderful holiday. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017