Chara Luxury Villa with Heated Pool, Spa Whirlpool, Gym & Outdoor Playground

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9.6

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10150 sq m

Popular amenities

Breakfast available

Pool

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Gym

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Rethymno, Crete

Reptisland8 min drive
Melidoni Cave9 min drive
Spilies Beach10 min drive
Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 | First floor

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2 | First floor

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 | Ground floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 | Lower floor

1 Double Bed

Living room | Sofa beds

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

First floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

First floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ground floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

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.

Chara Villa, is the ultimate holiday destination for explorers, with sumptuous welcoming interiors which reflect the greys and blues of the natural surroundings, this Luxury Villa boasts outdoor space 500m2 , a-plenty for all the family to enjoy some quality togetherness time. The luxury home provides spacious accommodation for up to 10 guests. It is the perfect escape for romantic escapes and unique family gatherings!

Set in an olive field, within five minutes driving distance to Panormo sea side village, you may cherish your long awaited summer break. The Villa is the ultimate holiday destination for explorers, with sumptuous welcoming interiors which reflect the greys and blues of the natural surroundings, this Luxury Villa boasts outdoor space 500m2 , a-plenty for all the family to enjoy some quality togetherness time. The luxury home provides spacious accommodation for up to 10 guests. It is the perfect escape for romantic escapes and unique family gatherings!

Exterior Layout | Pool & Outdoor Surroundings
The 700m2 outdoor area of the villa feature a sensory private heated pool (30m2, 1.40 deep), with a heated children’s pool compartment (10m2, 0.50 deep) and a heated spa whirlpool (5m2), along with spectacular surroundings makes this villa a dream home away from home. The villa features an outdoor playground for our younger guests and a ping pong table. The pool area is equipped with sun beds, parasols and patio furniture and also features BBQ facilities with an outside 42’ plasma TV, so you may enjoy al fresco dining with your loved ones! For our fitness nature explorers, 4 bicycles are also available to use upon request.

Interior Layout | Bedrooms & Bathrooms
This newly built Villa covers 150m2, masterfully pairing period features with clean contemporary design, Ever After is a page-turner in itself. The abundance of space affords room for grandparents, cousins, aunts and uncles to come together for an extended family gathering.

Ground Floor
On the ground floor of the Villa, guests have access to an open plan space, where you may find a spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen & dinning area. A 55’ smart TV and a Playstation 4 are also available, so that you unwind and have fun! The ground floor area offers direct access to the pool and terrace, for a comfortable stay in mind. One double bedroom can be found on the this floor. In addition, this level is also suitable for guests with accessibility needs as it is wheelchair accessible & offers direct access to the pool terrace, also featuring a bathroom especially designed for guests with restricted mobility. A few steps below the ground floor there’s one more double bedroom, featuring a round bed & a designed area with fitness equipment, including a treadmill, a static bicycle, a stepper and a multifunctional fitness machine.

First Floor
The two remaining bedrooms of the Villa are located on the first floor. One double and one twin bedroom, each one with its own en-suite bathroom for outmost privacy. All the bedrooms enjoy captivating views and they are effortlessly and elegantly furnished promising a blissful night's sleep after the day's busy adventures. All bedrooms are fully equipped with high quality beds and mattresses, fitted wardrobes, led 32’TVs, wonderful balcony settings and include air conditioning.

Practicalities :
There is secured parking space inside the Residence premises for 2 cars. The property is well-equipped with all the mod cons; Fridge with freezer, Electric stove with oven, Filter Coffee machine, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryers, open plan fully equipped kitchen!

Your Home Stay Includes
- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
- Housekeeping Service once per week.

- Towels and linen changes once per week.
- Pool and garden cleaning once per week.

- Baby cot and high chair available upon request.
- Stair gates and a potable protective fence around the pool can also be provided upon request
- Stroller could be provided upon request (depending availability)

Mod Cons:
- High quality bath towels, pool towels and bathroom amenities available
- Premium Beds & Mattresses
- 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
- Bluetooth Dock
- Outside dining area

- Outdoor BBQ facilities (charcoal)
- Outdoor Playground
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
- 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.

Outdoor Pool & Spa Whirlpool Heating Policy:
 - Pool Temperature | Heating temperature could vary up to 26°C subject to the outdoor weather conditions. 
- Preferred Months | Pool heating is typically used during the months March - Mid June & October, November.
- Advance Notice | 4 days’ notice prior arrival is mandatory for the pool to reach the optimal temperature. 
-Additional Fees | Courtesy from owner
- Weather Conditions | When the outside temperature is above 25 °C or in case of rain it shall not operate. Kindly note that a pool cover is not available.

Location Overview:
Villa Chara 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 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, 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 Kms
Panormos Beach: 4 Kms
Heraklion International Airport: 65 Kms
Chania International Airport: 94 Kms
Rethymno Port & Town: 25 Kms

Car rental is essential to explore the nearby villages and unique sandy beach locations!

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Provides an idyllic setting for luxury self-catering home breaks in Crete.

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Supervision of children is your responsibility.

Events

No events allowed

Upon request & availability

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking only allowed outdoors

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Upon request & availability

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

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

About the area

Mylopotamos

Located in Mylopotamos, this villa is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sfagia Beach and Limni Beach, while Wooden Sculptures Museum and Paleontological Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Reptisland and Rethimno Kart. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.

Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

Limni Beach - 6 min drive
Reptisland - 8 min drive
Melidoni Cave - 9 min drive
Spilies Beach - 10 min drive
Rethimno Kart - 16 min drive

Getting around

Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Chara Luxury Villa with Heated Pool, Spa Whirlpool, Gym & Outdoor Playground have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Chara Luxury Villa with Heated Pool, Spa Whirlpool, Gym & Outdoor Playground pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chara Luxury Villa with Heated Pool, Spa Whirlpool, Gym & Outdoor Playground?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chara Luxury Villa with Heated Pool, Spa Whirlpool, Gym & Outdoor Playground?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chara Luxury Villa with Heated Pool, Spa Whirlpool, Gym & Outdoor Playground 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).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Pascal B.

24 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice place.

Very nice and convenient place. Quite noisy road next to the property. It is a group of 3 houses, and if you are.unlucky enough to have partying and noisy neighbors, your stay could be hell ( this is what happened to us but fortunately only the 3 last nights of our stay)

Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Suzan S.

10 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Prettige villa in rustige omgeving

We hebben erg genoten van ons verblijf en dan met name van de tuin, het zwembad en de terrassen van de villa. Er zijn buiten rondom veel fijne plekjes om te zitten of luieren, zon of schaduw. En overal heb je mooi uitzicht. Je hebt een auto nodig om naar de omliggende dorpen te gaan. In afstand is het niet ver, maar wij vonden het niet veilig genoeg om te fietsen of lopen (drukke wegen). Panormos aan de kust is een leuk gezellig dorp met een aantal goede restaurants. De slaapkamers zijn dik in orde; lekkere bedden, voldoende kastruimte en uitstekende airco. Het contact met de huiseigenaren was heel prettig; snel en effectief. Op aanvraag werd er schoongemaakt en dat was super! Naar verhouding vonden wij de keuken wat klein en er was geen plek om binnen met 8-en aan een tafel te zitten bijvoorbeeld om te eten (hoewel het een 8-persoons huis is). Wij houden van lekker kokkerellen op vakantie en dan was de keuken voor 2 gezinnen (met grote kinderen) echt aan de kleine kant.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

11 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great villa in a lovely spot

We stayed for a week in late August and arrived just as a thunderstorm had passed. The villa was clean and well appointed and we lots of fun exploring the place and deciding where to sleep. The pictures of the villa were a good guide to the look and feel of the place. There were plenty of things in the villa to help with our stay, including plenty of crockery and a dishwasher. We were greeted well on arrival and shown around the villa to make sure we knew where everything was. The villa is in a private spot with great views. The teens and child were all able to find things to do and - as other have mentioned - the WiFi was well able to cope with a modern families needs. The villa was well place to explore the whole Island, we went to a water park in Heraklion, but arrived into Chania. Rethymno was great for the beach (with the sea warm near the shore) with plenty of places to eat and get souvenirs. We walked into Perama a couple of times and found the town to be welcoming. There was nothing that we would comment on at all about the accommodation that we felt would prevent us from returning to the villa - in fact, we are considering when we can come back again. We do however have a few minor things that we felt are worth bearing in mind: 1. While the kitchen is well appointed and looked after there was a lot of stuff available that actually meant there was not a huge amount of storage for food (other than the fridge/freezer). We ended up using a wardrobe in one of the rooms to store some of our food, even for a week. This is obviously minor but if you plan to self cater as much as you can be prepared for this. 2. All of the bathrooms were functional, however they were not all quite as high spec as the rest of the villa. Again not something that would prevent us returning, but the owners might want to consider updating these soon to maintain the standard of the villa for the future. We're grateful to have been able to holiday and look forward to returning once we are able to.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay P.

14 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

From booking this property to checking out at end of holiday, we had contact and questions answered at all times. Our flight was delayed going to Crete so we didn’t arrive until hours later than expected, but we were kept informed on how to enter the villa etc. The owner (Eva) came to visit us the next morning to make sure everything was okay and to answer any questions we had. Eva is a lovely friendly lady and even made us a traditional Greek dish halfway through our stay, (which was so tasty😋). Everything you could possibly need is available in the villa, it is like home from home. In our party we had a full time wheelchair user & an elderly person, they both managed fine getting around the property. The villa is stunning inside and out, the pools & jacuzzi are clean and relaxing. You have choice of where you want to sit and can always be in the sun throughout the whole day if required. We had a few cats visit us at the villa, they were friendly and didn’t cause any bother. If you don’t want the cats to be around then I would advise you to not feed them. But overall this villa is amazing and you won’t be disappointed 😊. Thankyou Villa Chara for a wonderful two weeks!!

Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendra W.

5 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem in Crete

We really enjoyed our stay at the Villa Chara. We fell in love with some of the friendly neighborhood cats and hope you will too! They enjoyed some nourishment that we picked up at the little grocery market that's just up the road where the prices were very reasonable. The property is quiet and beautiful. Although we traveled all over the island during the week we were there, we could have easily just stayed at the villa and enjoyed all of the charms that it has to offer.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

andy h.

8 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Delightful villa

Delightful villa very much geared to outdoor living with 3 great seating areas and pools. You need the sun though to enjoy these fully and in the 1st week of October we didn't get that. This naturally meant that we spent more time indoors than we would have liked and the interior felt a bit cramped with no space where we could all (6) sit and have a meal together for instance. The ever presence of several cats was also an irritation as we could not leave doors open especially as we had a 10-month old baby with us.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jens L.

18 Nov 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful apartment

We had a wonderful week in this nice apartment.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Eliane K.

3 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Tolles Haus, tolle Pools

Das Haus war sehr schön und wir haben die Ferien mit beheiztem Pool sehr genossen. Die Betreuung war vorab und vor Ort super. Vielen Dank. Das einzige, was uns etwas gestört hat, war die Strasse gleich hinter dem Haus. Man ist deshalb zwar schnell im nächsten Ort aber manchmal war es auch laut.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Michael S.

16 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sehr schönes Objekt

Schöne Lage direkt am Olivenhain . Die Hilfsbereitschaft und der prompte Service bei Problemen war seitens von Eva u. Dimitrios fantastisch. Vielen Dank für Eure Unterstützung vor Ort.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Sally M.

8 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice villa

Very nice modern villa with plenty of outdoor space. Owner was very hospitable and was on hand with any questions.

10/10 Excellent

Florian H.

20 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schönes Objekt

Der Außenbereich des Gebäudes ist super, die Betreuung vor Ort ist ebenfalls ausgezeichnet, schnell und immer sehr freundlich. Gerne jederzeit wieder!

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

25 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible visit to Crete and stay in a modern, lovely home

Though this home is a few km from the beach, restaurants, shops, etc, it is an incredibly nice and peaceful oasis in the middle of a large olive grove and with a view of the mountains. The house is very modern with 2 pools and 1 jacuzzi pool. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable during our entire stay. The inside is wonderful but the outside areas are even better, with plenty of outside seating, tables, etc. The only thing we needed while there that the home doesn't have is a dryer for our washed clothes. But that is more of a suggestion than a complaint. We loved our stay in Crete and in this home!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hubertus I.

14 May 2019

Tolle Villa und sehr nette Gastgeber

Wir (Gruppe von 3 Pärchen) waren im April 2019 zu Gast in dieser Villa. Die Villa liegt sehr ruhig, von den Nachbarn (ebenfalls Ferienhäuser) hatte man kaum etwas gehört. Rethymnon und Bali sind in weniger als 30 min zu erreichen. Uns hat es an nichts gefehlt. Die Besitzerin war sehr zuvorkommend, hilfsbereit und jederzeit erreichbar (selbst etwas Feuerholz für ein gemütliches Feuer am Grillplatz war kein Problem). Einziges Manko der Villa ist der fehlende Essbereich im Haus, bei Regen muss man auf ein Restaurant zum Essen ausweichen. Super Außenbereich und bei schönem Wetter sehr empfehlenswert. Wir haben die Zeit sehr genossen.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth J.

27 Apr 2019

Super Ferienhaus mit toller Ausstattung

Es waren zwei tolle Wochen in der Villa Chara wir haben den Aufwnthalt sehr genossen. Trotz der anfänglich kühlen Temperaturen könnten wir durch unseren beheizten Pool jeden Tag schwimmen gehen. Die Reinigungskräftw kamen jeden 3. Tag und machten die Betten neu und tauschten Handtücher aus. Die Küche, die Betten und alles drum herum war gut ausgestattet. Wir waren restlos begeistert.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

3 Nov 2018

Sehr schönes Haus mit viel herzlicher Gastfreundschaft.

5 Sterne für das Haus

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Keren P.

26 Aug 2018

An amazing villa for a family vacation

We stayed at the villa for a week and loved every second. The owner, Eva, is so kind and welcoming, it was really a pure plesure! Every problem we had (what do eat, lost the remote control) was answered with great care and attention. One afternoon Eva came with a beautiful cake for us! So the hospitality was perfect!!! The house is completely equipped and is very comfortable for a family with kids. There is no doubt that the OUTDOOR is the most important and useful part. Amazing sitting area, great pools (2!!) playground - we could spend all day at the villa and not feel the time passes. Thank you Eva for a wonderful stay!! Hope to see you soon

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Felix K.

19 July 2018

Great Holidays

The house is as good as the picture show it. The wheather was great as you could expect. The contact with the owner and manager was very good and fast. Every question will be answered and every wish will come true on crete and especially in Villa Chara.

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Thierry V.

12 June 2018

Trés bon séjour confortable en Créte

Maison très agréable, moderne et propre.Propriétaire attentionnée, et accueil sympathique. Les piscines sont agréables, bien entretenues, l'espace extérieur également. Un seul petit bémol, la proximité de la route qui apporte du passage et quelques nuisances sonores ainsi qu'un petit manque d'équipement en terme de vaisselle.....Sinon, propriété très bien située pour une visite de l'ouest et centre crétois.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maike I.

30 Oct 2017

super schönes Ferienhaus

Wir haben 1 Woche in dem schönen Haus Urlaub gemacht. Der Pool wurde beheizt, was im Oktober super war! Das Haus ist stylisch und hochwertig eingerichtet. Um ein Problem im Bad wurde sich sofort gekümmert. Es war alles sauber und wir haben sogar einen Handtuchwechsel bekommen. Im nächsten Dorf war ein kleiner Supermarkt und ein phantastischer Bäcker zur Selbstverpflegung. Die Tavernen in der Nähe waren aber auch gut und günstig zum Essen gehen....!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

23 Aug 2017

Outstanding in every way!

We arrived at the villa and were instantly impressed as it was even better than in the pictures. Eva came straight over to show us how to use everything and see if we needed anything....but everything had been thought of. Throughout our stay Eva and Dimitrios were on call for anything we might need....taxi numbers and even matches for the BBQ.....they couldn't have done more for us if they tried. We also had a very thorough mid week clean and all linens were changed. There were plenty of towels, including pool towels which was handy as it saved us taking our own. During our stay Eva cooked us a delicious Moussaka, such a kind and thoughtful host. We loved staying here so much that we are planning on returning next year and taking all of our family. Thank you so much for a fab holiday.....see you on our return!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Albert R.

22 June 2017

perfecto

perfecto. Eva la propietaria, fantástica y muy atenta

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

29 May 2017

Magnifique villa avec des propriétaires très attentionnés!

Superbe semaine de vacances dans cette charmante villa!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christiane P.

3 May 2017

Wunderschöne Ville zum Verweilen

Mir und meiner Familie hat es mehr als nur gut gefallen. Es war einfach super. Alles war perfekt. Ganz herzlichen Dank auch an Eva für den sehr netten Empfang und das Umsorgen, das Besorgen der Artikel die wir für den ersten Abend und Morgen benötigten und wir als Willkommenspresent erhalten haben. Auch für den super feinen Dessert „Milfeig“ er war sooo lecker. Das nächste Mal werden wir sicher auch das Moussaka probieren. Das Haus ist ein Traum, und der Service ist super. Jeden Abend kommt der Poolreiniger und 1x in der Woche das Mädchen zum Putzen, welches auch alles aufräumt. Kompliment ! Die Lage ist auch sehr gut, man erreicht vieles in kurzer Zeit. Wir haben, nebst dem super schönen Pool und warmen Jacuzzi, vor allem auch den Grill draussen genossen und die vielen verschiedenen Sitzplätze. Es war einfach rundum ein gelungener Aufenthalt. Die Villa Chara ist sehr sehr zu empfehlen. Wir kommen bestimmt wieder. (hoffentlich bald) Ganz liebe Grüsse, Christine

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

29 Oct 2016

Fantastic holiday base (even with teenagers!)

We have had a lovely time staying at Villa Chara. The impressive villa has everything you can think of and as others have said, if there is anything else you require Eva gets it straight away for you. We were most impressed by the outside living space, an area for every part of the day. The weather was mixed but seeing as though we visited in October half term it has been better than expected! Some days hot enough for sunbathing around the pool, the cloudier days spent exploring the local area and even taking a dip in the warm sea! Jumpers were only required for the cooler evenings. Only book this villa if you are comfortable driving abroad, both Panormos and Perama are a short drive away, however there is a local taxi service. The internet was good enough for three teenagers to all watch various things at the same time. Overall, we have all had a fantastic time and would highly recommend this villa for both exploring and relaxing. My only disappointment was that the advertised 'hot tub' was not heated at all and was the same temperature as the main pool and therefore a little too chilly to use at all at the end of October. Thank you to Eva, we have had a great time!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Achim T., Doubt truth to be a liar...

16 Oct 2016

Great place to relax

We just returned from a week to Crete and it had been wonderful. The weather had been close to perfect, considering that it was the middle of October, and the ocean was warmer than we expected, so we went swimming at one of the beaches almost every day. The pools around the house are nice and in mint condition, too, but this time of the year of course a bit chilly. The house is new and in good condition and a great place to hang out and chill after an exciting day. We often started our day working out in the basement using one of the many fitness machines (cycle, stepper, treadmill, weightlifting machine), then took a quick and refreshing swim in the pool, before having breakfast on the large and beautiful terrace. Then, we explored the island and came back to the house, relaxing on the sunbeds while the BBQ was getting ready. In the evening, we enjoyed the perfect ambient lighting outside the house, cuddled up in the thick blankets provided, had a glass of wine and so ended yet another perfect day on Crete. Eva was a great host, too. The few things we were missing, Eva brought to us within the hour. Extra towels? A few more coffee mugs? A spare key? No problem! And the Moussaka she makes cannot get enough praise. Also, Vaila, who helped organize things in the background was extremely helfpul! The ocean view restaurant in Rethymno she recommended for our wedding anniversary was more than perfect! So thank you both so much! Regarding the location: Panormos is a small village at the sea with some O.K. restaurants. The beaches are easy to reach, but not our favorite. Bali is a lot nicer and still close enough to drive to. If you´re looking for large sandy beaches, you have to drive a lot further - probably Rethymno or Georgopoulos. Our favorite beach was Souda beach in the south, though! To get there, you had to cross the island, of course. But the villa is on a connecting road between the ocean highway and the mountains, so its a good spot for starting excursion into either direction. In Perama, you can get everything you need. A good butcher for BBQ, a great bakery and lots of small supermarkets. They have a few restaurants to. So, all in all it was a perfect short holiday. We couldn´t have expected more - except maybe for one thing: a heated whirlpool - but that may be reserved for heaven ;-) Achim

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016

About the host

Hosted by Valia Kokkinou

ThinkVilla Bespoke Stays, is a Luxury Villa Rental Agency which was launched back in 2009, featuring a collection of 300+ Inspiring Retreats, for the Independently Minded. Our Curated Private Villas are in the most Iconic Greek Destinations (Crete, Santorini, Zakynthos, Rhodes, Skiathos), where each ThinkVilla Escape blends comfort & awe in equal measure.

ThinkVilla Team believes that surpassing expectation knows no bounds. Independent Minds who transform any stay from “so-so” to superb. We are a team of Hospitality Professionals (Nikki, George, Despina, Marianna, Nikos, Alexandros, Elia, Stelios) who together with our Managing Director - Maria Gkonta and our ThinkVilla CEO & Founder - Valia Kokkinou share the same passion : building, detail by detail, amazing holiday experiences for our guests all over Greece. Our dream team of on-the-ground experts is on hand 24/7 to ensure you book a better experience than you had in mind.

Our ThinkVilla brand reflects who we are at our core. Our standards for conscious travel, formalise our commitment as a business to sustainability. We embrace the distinctive, celebrate the unconventional and champion the one-of-a-kind. Seeking out Villas and experiences that have individual character, creativity and place our travellers at the heart of an environment. We promote cultural-environmental sensitivity, encouraging travellers to explore Greece with intention.

Small wonders await you, escape to a place where togetherness comes first. Enhance your stay with our Premium Family oriented service offering, designed with our youngest guests in mind.

We are looking forward to welcoming you soon in Greece!

*Please note that ThinkVilla is acting solely as a Booking Agent in the name & on behalf of the Property Owner, for the rental of the property.

Why they chose this property

Villa Chara… a unique holiday villa, with modern luxurious design and heated pool! Full privacy, peace and quiet! Located near the picturesque sea side village of Panormo, in Rethymno!

What makes this property unique

A brand new, comfortable villa with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private heated pool & wonderful terrace! It can accommodate up to 10 people, which makes it ideal for big families and groups of friends!