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Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach

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Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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Elounda, Kreta
  • Elounda Windmills
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Plaka Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Spinalonga
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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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.

Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach

Welcome to Villa Meraki!

It's not only the unusual architecture and the beautiful garden that makes our villa, your perfect holiday destination. Rent Villa Meraki and enjoy the possibility of staying in this beautiful villa with up to twelve people!

*The original villa consists of three double bedrooms and sleeps six people. The nightly rate that you will find on this HomeAway page is for the original villa with an occupancy of up to 6 people. Of course if you need any extra cots for little children under the age of two, we're happy to set these up for you, free of charge.

*If you would like to stay at Villa Meraki with more than six people, you can either rent the guesthouse (sleeps max. 2 pax) or the extension of the villa (sleeps max. 4 pax) for an additional price per night.
- The extra charge to rent the guesthouse in addition to the villa is €65 a night, on top of our nightly rate.
- The extra charge to open up the extension of the villa in addition to the original villa is €130 a night, on top of our nightly rate.

And it's as easy as that! Never pay too much for your holiday rental anymore. Just choose your combination and enjoy a wonderful holiday at Villa Meraki!

*one more thing. We really value your privacy, so rest assured. If you rent the villa, no matter which option you choose, there will never be any other guests on the property.

To find out more about this one-of-a-kind villa, read on:

This unique, original three bedroom villa, designed in collaboration with a Greek architect, has a very authentic style and is built into the mountainside. The villa lies at 170 meters above sea level and offers mesmerising views over the Elounda bay, surrounding villages and the Cretan mountains.

Completed in 2008, the house is modern but reflects the local history with a tower that represents the stone windmills famous to the area. The stonework around the house and the colours that have been used naturally blend in with its surroundings.

The house is 230m2 on a plot of 3307m2 and is built in multiple levels.

The ground floor has a spacious open plan living/dining area with an open fireplace and a large kitchen. The kitchen is fully fitted and equipped including a central cooking island containing an electric oven, 5-ring gas hob, extractor fan and dishwasher. There is an American fridge/freezer.

The windows that cover the full length of the living room open out to a shaded terrace from which you can enjoy the fantastic views.

Opposite the front door there is a spiral staircase that leads up to the tower of the house. Open the authentic wooden tower door and you will find yourself on the highest point of the property. This spacious terrace offers a breathtaking panoramic view.

The light and spacious master bedroom is to be found on the same floor as the open plan living/dining area. The master bedroom has a wooden floor, fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom with two showers and two round marble sinks. The bathroom has a full floor to ceiling window. The master bedroom has got a very spacious balcony.

The lower floor comprises of two large bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a shared bathroom with a shower and toilet. Each room has access to their own terrace and the garden. Both downstairs bedrooms consist of two single beds. At your convenience we can always add another single bed to the downstairs bedrooms. We also have baby cots, to put in one of the three bedrooms, if necessary.

Totally independent and at the other side of the pool area lies a guest house of 20m2 which sleeps up to two people and consists of a living/bedroom with downstairs a sofa, kitchenette and bathroom (shower/toilet) and upstairs a mezzanine sleeping area. The guest house has a large private terrace with an olive tree that is over a hundred years old and stunning views of the Elounda bay. There is a roofed outdoor shower in the corner of the terrace. For groups larger than 6 adults, the guesthouse can be rented out on request. (see extra charge for the guesthouse at the top of this description)

The pool area consists of a large (40m2) swimming pool with a wonderful fish design mosaic base, a childrens paddling pool, with built in wooden chairs next to it, and an outdoor shower. The pool area has a smooth wooden deck with two beautiful olive trees that provide some necessary shade.

The garden is fully landscaped and multi terraced. There is a built in barbecue area with a large stone bench and table perfect for al fresco dining. Just down from the pool area there is a sloping grass lawn with a tree hut that was built by the owner and his son. Here, hours of playtime fun awaits your little ones.

If you are a group larger than 6 adults, there is the possibility to rent the luxurious extension of the villa in addition to the villa. The extension is located next to the downstairs bedrooms and consists of a 50m2 bedroom/lounge area that sleeps up to four people and has a large bathroom with two separate showers and toilets. Imagine showering underneath the original rock wall of the mountain that the villa was built into! (see extra charge for the luxurious extension of the villa at the top of this description)
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Hiona Beach. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a private pool in the villa.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 6 minutes by car from Hiona Beach and 6 minutes from Alykes of Elounda
As a guest of Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. The family-friendly Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach also features a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Agios Nikolaos villa is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,476 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

If there are more than 6 adults, either the guesthouse(2 pax) or the extension of the villa(4 pax) needs to be booked for an additional price a night.
The extra charge to rent the guesthouse (sleeps 2 pax) additionally to the villa is €65 a night, on top of our nightly rate.
The extra charge to rent the extension of the villa (sleeps 4 pax) additionally to the villa is €130 a night, on top of our nightly rate.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 00001119798

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Exclusive Villa Terraced Garden Seaviews 10 Mins. Drive Beach
Exclusive Terraced Garden Seaviews 10 Mins. Drive Beach Elounda
Exclusive Villa Terraced Garden Seaviews 10 Mins. Drive Beach
Exclusive Terraced Garden Seaviews 10 Mins. Drive Beach Elounda