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Nisos Villa, walking distance to the beach & amenities, Car Free holiday

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Pool
Outdoor pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Outdoor dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8180 sq m

Popular amenities

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Popular LocationRethimno Kart3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlatanes Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationRethymnon Venetian Port11 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)62 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.

Nisos Villa, walking distance to the beach & amenities, Car Free holiday

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.

Introduction
Nestled in the picturesque village of Sfakaki, close to the beautiful & famous town of Rethymno, Nisos Villa within walking distance to the fine sands of Sfakaki Beach, is an idyllic retreat for family breaks & romantic escapes.

Plot your escape to this exclusive, hand-picked luxury self-catering Villa, for a truly relaxing and rejuvenating break. This chic hideaway is as perfect for romantic holidays, as it is for a family getaway and would definitely be your ideal holiday home.

For families with a baby on board, our unique luxury baby-friendly break provide luxury self-catering with safety, comfort and parents in mind.

Unique for a car-free holiday, since it’s conveniently located close to a lovely sandy beach and to basic amenities as well, such as cafe, restaurant, bakery and super market.

The most significant advantage of Nisos Villa is the sleek sophisticated interior which features a four seater heated spa whirlpool, under the shade of a pergola, which will invite you into a glamorous relaxation feeling while admiring the amazing sea views from the balcony. Next to the spa whirlpool two sun beds are there to welcome you. Let the hydro massage revitalise you, taking all your worries away.

For the wellness lovers there is an equipped gym (including a treadmill, an elliptical machine, weights, ball for exercising and a multi-station), as well as a table tennis and a playground for our young guests.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
The first bedroom of the Villa is located on the ground floor, featuring one double bed and balcony access with patio furniture. The beautiful interior designed with modern style and care has been sprinkled with lashings of glamour, as well as the neutral colour palate is charmingly invite you to enjoy a dream relaxing stay. The further two bedrooms of Nisos Villa on the first floor are effortlessly and elegantly furnished promising a blissful night's sleep after the day's busy adventures.

For a touch of added relaxation, guests will find a private balcony in each bedroom with endless views of the sea. The former boasting a four seater, heated spa whirlpool and the latter with a swing, for endless hours of calmness & relaxation.

Last but not least, the first bathroom sits on the ground floor of the Villa, featuring an overhead rainfall shower with cabin. There is a further bathroom on the first floor featuring a shower cabin, for those who wish to relax after a long day of exploration.

Outside
Nisos Villa is set in 200m2 outdoor area with a private swimming pool and a 50m2 lawn covered area. The pool terrace is equipped with sun beds and umbrellas, so you can relax all day long enjoying the Cretan sun. BBQ facilities are available, offering a stylish al fresco space for enjoying an evening tipple as the sun sets over the sea in the lovely outdoor sitting area, so as to enjoy your morning coffee, drinks or anything else you may wish.

For Relaxation
After a day spent trekking the beaches, frolicking in the surf or rambling along the breathtaking coast path, a tranquil haven awaits on return to Nisos Villa. Pull the cork on a bottle of red and cook up a hearty supper to enjoy along with the company of your loved ones.

Practicalities
There is a public free parking space outside the Villa’s premises.
The property is well-equipped with all the mod cons; Fridge with freezer, Electric stove with oven, Espresso & Filter coffee machine, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer, open plan fully equipped kitchen.

Your Home Stay Includes:
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every four days.
Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
Pool and garden cleaning three times per week.

Mod Cons
Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
Plastic(non-breakable) plates & cups, Baby monitor, Bottle warmer, Baby bathtub, Children furniture, Toys for indoor use (drawing utensils, puzzles etc.) available upon request.
Stair gates could be provided upon request.
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.
Table tennis
Gym Equipment
LG Smart television
Play Station 3
Outside shaded dining area
200m2 Outdoor area & 50m2 Lawn covered area
180m2 Indoor area
Outdoor shower available
Outdoor BBQ facilities
Pre stock service available
24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
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Location Overview

Nisos Villa is located in the picturesque village of Sfakaki which in recent years has evolved into a very popular seaside resort, as it combines all the features for both vacations and permanent accommodation.

The village has a wonderful, long, sandy beach, just 10 minutes walking from the villa. The beach is also ideal for sunbathing, swimming and water sports. Enjoy the well known greek sun and sea all day long.

Sfakaki is special specifically for another reason too: it has a variety of shops such as a super market, a bakery and a pharmacy, that are within hand’s reach, making ideal for a car free holiday. You can taste the well known traditional Cretan and Mediterranean cuisine in the local tavernas and restaurants, have your coffee in one of the many beach bars on the coast or go for a drink in one of the small bars.

Also in Stavromenos and Skaleta, just 5 minutes away by car, guests will find a butcher shop, an ATM machine and a petrol station.

Additionally, its proximity to the highway, makes it easy to move around and travel almost anywhere in Crete and explore the amazing landscape and beautiful rustic villages. It is only 15 minutes’ drive away from the city of Rethymno and approximately 1 hour (73 Kilometres) from the International Airport of Heraklion.

Distances to Important Locations

Nearest cafe & restaurant: 200m
Nearest beach: 600 m (8 minutes walking distance)
Bus Stop: 200m
Rethymno Port & Town: 11km
Chania International Airport: 77 km
Heraklion International Airport: 73 km

*Car is essential to explore the around villages and unique sandy beach locations.

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

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
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • 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
  • Ping pong table
  • Video games
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/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 sea
  • In the city centre
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Gym on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding 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 (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1938 sq ft (180 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Prior notice, extra fees, event contract required
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 1076630

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

Villa Nisos Walking Distance Beach Amenities car Free Holiday
Nisos Walking Distance Beach Amenities car Free Holiday Rethymno
Villa Nisos Walking Distance Beach Amenities car Free Holiday
Nisos Walking Distance Beach Amenities car Free Holiday Rethymno

About the area

Rethymno

Located in Rethymno, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Platanes Beach and Spilies Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rethimno Kart and Paleontological Museum. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Rethimno Kart - 3 min drive
  • Platanes Beach - 4 min drive
  • Spilies Beach - 7 min drive
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 11 min drive
  • Fortezza Castle - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Greco - 4 min drive
  • The Coffee Stop - 9 min walk
  • The Leaky Couldron - 6 min drive
  • Taverna Poppy - 3 min drive
  • Paraplous - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Nisos Villa, walking distance to the beach & amenities, Car Free holiday have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Nisos Villa, walking distance to the beach & amenities, Car Free holiday pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nisos Villa, walking distance to the beach & amenities, Car Free holiday?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nisos Villa, walking distance to the beach & amenities, Car Free holiday?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nisos Villa, walking distance to the beach & amenities, Car Free holiday located?

This family-friendly Rethymno villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Rethimno Kart and Platanes Beach. Spilies Beach and Blue Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C., Danville, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Modern and sparkling clean villa in central location
We were very pleased with our stay at the Nisos Villa. The home is well furnished, super clean, and very comfortable. The beds were comfortable. The air conditioning worked well and the pool was sparkling. Although we did not use the basement, there was a ping pong table and treadmill there. The owner, Dimitra, and her husband were warm and gracious; they offered us fresh vegetables from their garden as well as helping us out when we forgot our key and when we needed local activity and restaurant advice. The home is situated a short distance from the main road, but far enough away that road noise was not an issue. The beach is close enough to walk, but we usually drove because it was so hot. There was free parking at the Cafe Eleven right on the beach, which we patronized on Dimitra's recommendation. This house and village is close to Rethimno (about 10-15 minutes by car) and about halfway between Chania and Heraklion. Since we had a rental car and wanted to explore the island, it was a good location for us. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S., Linkoping, Sweden

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Billa
We loved our stay at Nisos Villa. The house is beautiful and the location is perfect to access the southern beaches. Dimitra is such a gracious host and met us upon arrival with a full refrigerator. This is a great property that we would stay at again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for peace and vitality loved every minute
The villa is exactly as the description. Its nicely located outside of the noise of tourist areas, but close enough that within 10 mins drive you are in the centre of Rethymno, or 2 mins to the sea. The garden feels very private and the pool was great. 3 lovely sized double rooms and a bonus lower space with table tennis and some gym equipment. We made great use of the hot tub which has a view of the sea. Dimitra our host was very helpful and friendly. She has put together a very informative information pack and she made it clear if we needed anything she would provide it. The fridge and larder had many essentials on our arrival which was greatly appreciated due to our late night arrival. There was plenty of space to park our car on the road next to the villa and there are tavernas, supermarkets etc within a 1 minute drive. If you are a bit fitter than us then they are in walking distance. The villa was cleaned every 3 days with a text or call given to us in advance to tell us of the time and the pool was well maintained. The Villa is in a great location if you want to explore the island, we did Heraklion, Chania, Hersonissis, Agia Marina, Agia Galini as well as Rethymno all within 2 hours so not excessive driving and some amazing scenery. Rethymno itself is an amazing mix of old town, shops, harbour, restaurants, beaches and vibrant night life. We spent a lot of time in the old town area and a good few nights in Billia's Billiards playing pool. Which had a great vibe.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C., London, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Even better than what we expected!
We had a fantastic stay at Villa Nisos. Everything in the villa is as advertised. The communication with Valia and the landlady has been superb throughout. The villa is conveniently located. Supermarket, coffee shop, restaurants and the beach are all within 10-15 mins walking distance. However, if you want comfort and also do some sight seeing - definitely hire a car, We hired one via Bestcars as recommended by Valia and it was super easy and reasonably priced. You can park right ourside the villa on the road. The restaurants nearby we went to were Taverna Eleven and Thalassi. We also drove into Rethymnon for dinner for 3 nights. Only 15 mins drive each way and the quality of the restaurants are superb. Would definitely recommend Villa Nisos! Everything and everywhere we've been for the entire trip are all COVID prepared including the villa. Thank you for a such a wonderful trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

cathy h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb Villa
The villa is well located close enough to walk within 10 minutes to a few shops and tavernas as well as a nice sandy beach with big waves. The owners couldn't have been more welcoming, from staying up late to let us in and show us round, providing basic provisions as well as a home cooked meal and a bottle of wine from the family vineyard. The villa is still quite new, is immaculately clean and well designed and is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable and luxurious stay. It was great having the table tennis and gym equipment to entertain our grown up children. No too mention the hot tub and decent sized pool, which despite being unheated and the lateness in season was still used daily by my stoical husband! The area is great for visiting the beautiful beaches and gorges, but we also really liked Rethymnio. Fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gavin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2019
Property as good as the photos suggest, house was lovely and felt like an exclusive home not just a holiday villa . Pool , hot tub and air conditioning were all heavily used as it was so sunny and hot 😁☀️. Welcome and all admin were excellent, Dimitra and her husband were brilliant with a well stocked fridge, house supplies and a meal in the oven for when we arrived. And her cookies and cakes were delicious too. They also clean the pool throughout the week and sort a mid week clean and change of towels / linen. Nothing was too much trouble for Dimitra. The supermarket, beach and local tavernas are all about 10 min walk away but it’s not a problem. All the local tavernas we used were really friendly and good food and the sunsets wow... We didn’t have a car but it wasn’t a problem at all and using Nikos the taxi man Valia recommends was a good move for transfers to the airport and Rethymno (and he was lovely too) Would definitely recommend the villa to others, only very minor downside is there are quite a few half built villas behind and next to the villa and the constant noise of crickets outside takes a day to get used to but you do get used to it (and it’s not specific to the villa) Overall lovely villa, great service and support, considerate owners checking all ok by email and a lovely relaxing suite of rooms, hot tub, pool and garden. We definitely enjoyed our break here and would recommend to others 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cretan hospitality at its best!
Villa Nisos was the best holiday home we have ever stayed in! It’s in a great location for seeing the many highlights of Crete. The villa was VERY well equipped, extremely clean and so very thoughtfully presented. Our hosts Dimitra and Mixalis were so welcoming and generous in every way and helped to make our stay extra special eg a home cooked meal on arrival, fresh produce from the garden and a well stocked fridge and larder. We cannot recommend this holiday property highly enough and will definitely be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

Stylish villa with every comfort
We were a family of 4 adults and 1 child staying for 2 weeks in May. Villa Nisos exceeded our expectation of a holiday let on every level. The property is new and architecturally designed with so many lovely finishing touches. The beds are so comfortable and the linens and towels of a high standard. Everything you could need in the kitchen and some very welcome toys for our son. There are TVs in all rooms and the BBQ was excellent. While it was too cold for the pool this time of year, we were very happy to have a hot tub. We had a car so preferred to drive to get to the best beaches such as Bali. Petalis is a good taverna just a walk away. Dimitra had a lovely meal ready for us when we arrived as well as wine from her husband's village. They were incredible hosts always going the extra mile to make sure we were all happy. Certainly the best hosts and most looked-after villa we have had over our years of holiday lets.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Iain H.

Fantastic Villa, we had a fabulous family holiday.
Villa Nisos is superb with everything you could want- lovely pool, jacuzzi, fitness room, balconies facing all directions so you can sit in the sun all day if you wish. All rooms are very well appointed to a high spec. Villa is in a nice quiet location within walking distance to small local shops, tavernas and the beach. Bus stop to Rethymno is same walking distance. Bus takes about 30 mins and goes every 30 mins so it's easy to get there and back and well worth the visit. Old town lovely, lots of great places to eat and drink. We were met at the Villa by Dimitra and her husband who were both very charming and attentive throughout the holiday. Even the the cleaning staff did a brilliant job making the Villa feel fab all the time.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ingo S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schöner Familienurlaub
Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt in der Villa Nisos. Die Gastgeber sind sehr herzlich und hilfsbereit. Das Haus ist sehr empfehlenswert. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024