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About this property

Beachfront Location: Contessa Del Mare in Panormos offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax by the swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Spacious Accommodation: The villa features four bedrooms and five bathrooms, including a hot tub and sauna. The spacious living room offers a cosy atmosphere, complemented by free WiFi throughout the property. Amenities and Services: Guests benefit from private check-in and check-out, a lounge, lift, concierge service, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, family rooms, games room, barbecue facilities, car hire, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. Nearby Attractions: Panormos Beach is a 2-minute walk away, while Heraklion International Airport is 60 km distant. Points of interest include Museum of Ancient Eleftherna (13 km) and Venetian Harbour (22 km). Highly rated by guests.

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Property highlights

    • Get what you need

    • If you have any questions after booking, this property responds fast.

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

    • Free private parking available on-site

    • Activities:

    • Fishing

    • Games room

    • Windsurfing


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Bedroom 4
2 single beds
Living room
2 sofa beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tanya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything!! The bedrooms were huge and all had sea views and were en suite. It was so close to the beaches, restaurants, supermarkets. Exactly what we all wished for.
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The villa was really very good indeed. Nicely decorated. Well equipped and very clean. The location was just about perfect. Very quiet and peaceful. Easy access to the nearby beaches and a short walk to the several very good restaurants in the...
  • Johanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A fantastic location. The lovely village of Panormos, with beach, restaurants and amenities (such as supermarket and pharmacy) minutes away. The villa host was so friendly and helpful. The rooms spacious with lovely bathrooms.
  • Beverley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was fabulous the villa was beautiful and the owners parents were delightful.
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location. Spacious rooms. Pool was perfect. Villa equipped with everything we needed. Christina excellent - villa spotless. Pool maintenance twice while we were there so it too was spotless.
  • Martha
    Australia Australia
    The property location was fabulous. The lady who managed the place Christina was brilliant and so very helpful. Whatever we needed, she went above and beyond!
  • Georgina
    Ireland Ireland
    great location, beach and tavernas in the town all so close by
  • Elizabeth
    United States United States
    From the moment we arrived everything was great! Christina, the host, was waiting for us with keys and tour of the property. She was available for anything we needed during our full stay. The property is in a great location- amazing sunsets,...
  • Rudīte
    Latvia Latvia
    Skaista villa . Jauka sagaidīšana Jauka saimniece. Skaistas un ērtas izstabas. Labā vietā. Visu ko prasījāms tas tika piedāvāts . Noteikti iesaku.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by etouri vacation rental management

Company review score: 9.8Based on 1,225 reviews from 215 properties
215 managed properties

Company information

My name is Kostas Vasilakis and I hold degrees in both marketing and business management. As a two-time successful villa owner, my journey into managing vacation rentals began in 2012. Since then, my company, etouri, has experienced remarkable growth, now overseeing the complete management of 280 vacation rentals spanning across Crete. Additionally, I'm proud to be a co-owner of Loguers, a renowned hotel sales management and marketing company in Greece. My team and I possess comprehensive knowledge about the villas under our management and the surrounding areas. We take pride in offering a specialized 24/7 concierge service to our valued guests. Our ultimate aim is to ensure that they enjoy an unparalleled holiday experience, characterized by relaxation and the seamless provision of all their needs throughout their stay. Allow us to be your personal holiday advisors, and together, let’s start planning your unforgettable trip in Crete! etouri is located in 8 Ioulias Petichaki str., Rethymno, Crete and is approved by the Greek Tourist Organisation.

Property information

Set atop the Cretan sea, only 50 meters from the sandy beach, Villa Contessa del Mare takes advantage of its location by offering sweeping views of the beach, the bay, and the village of Panormo. All of our en-suite bedrooms have access to verandas or balconies, ensuring unrestricted access to the impressive view. Being only a stone-throw away from the sandy beach, the villa offers a premium holiday experience and services to our guests. Enjoy tranquillity, comfort, and luxuriousness in this exquisite and unique villa. Furnished with a combination of stylish and luxurious touches, the villa offers a perfect layout to maximize both space and views. Offering quick access to Panormo Beach, it can accommodate 8 people in beds and up to 10 if necessary. Outdoor area The beautifully landscaped outdoor area offers a variety of facilities and spots for relaxation. More specifically, our outdoor facilities include: - A swimming pool. - Gas barbecue - Dining table for 10 people next to the pool. - A variety of furnished spots (with sun beds, umbrellas, tables, and chairs) for relaxing on the veranda and balconies around the villa - A VOLVO car charger -Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at 15 euros per night from April to October and 4 euros per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.

Neighbourhood information

Villa Contessa del Mare is located just 50m from the sandy organized beach in Panormo village, a beautiful seafront village with a lovely view overlooking the Cretan Sea. It is the most central location of the island of Crete, and from here you can visit the whole island. It is only 22 km from Rethymno and 56 km from Heraklion town. Panormo has all kinds of shops such as supermarkets, pharmacies, traditional taverns, cafes, restaurants, and some of the best sandy beaches on the North coast of Crete and everything can be reached on foot from the house. With its Cretan hospitality and traditional character, Panormo ensures an unforgettable visit that features impressions of Crete that will remain in the minds of all of its visitors. Additionally, take advantage of the location and explore the nearby villages of Melidoni, Margarites, Eleftherna, Zonian, and Anogia where you can interact with real Cretan people and feel the Cretan hospitality. Around those villages you will also be able to see some unique sightseeing spots like the Idaion Andro cave where Zeus was born according to Greek Mythology, the Zoniana village museum with candle statues, and the cave “Sfendoni”, the well-known cave of Melidoni, the traditional pottery shops in Margarites, the Ancient city of Eleftherna with its museum and many more. Furthermore, if you are looking for privileges that only a big city can offer, then Rethymno town is 22 km away and offers unique facilities and a wide variety of entertainment. is located in Panormo, a beautiful seafront village. From the villa, you are near shops, restaurants, cafes, and the beach. You have plenty of choices that are reachable on foot.

Languages spoken

Greek,English,French

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House rules

Contessa Del Mare takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 500 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about US$587. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardJCBMaestro Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Contessa Del Mare in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

A damage deposit of € 500 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: 1041K10003272501