On waterfront.At this villa, you'll be steps from Limni Beach and Sfagia Beach. Also, Church of Agios Yiorgos is within half a mile (1 km) and Geropotamos Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle
Villa Contessa is approved by Greek Tourism Organization with license number: 1041K10003272501 & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".
Being only a stone-throw away from the sandy beach, the villa offers premium holiday experience and services to our guests. Enjoy tranquillity, comfort and luxuriousness in this exquisite and unique villa.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 in a combination of stylish and luxurious touches, the villa offer a perfect layout to maximize both space and views. Offering a quick access to Panormo beach, it can accommodate 8 people in beds and up to 10 if necessary.
- Indoor layout -
Entering the villa on the ground floor, there is a spacious open plan area consisting of a living room area with a sofa, satellite 50" HDTV, Playstation 4, a dining area and a fully equipped authentic kitchen with top quality fixtures and appliances. From the living room area, you have direct access to a veranda which offers exceptional panoramic views of the Cretan sea and the nearby beach. There is also a toilet located on the same floor.
Ground floor hosts a bedroom with a king bed and en-suite bathroom with shower. The bed can be transformed to be 2 single beds if needed.
Reaching the first floor through a staircase or an elevator, there are 2 bedrooms with a king bed, sitting area and en-suite bathroom. One of the en-suite bathroom has shower and the other one has shower and Jacuzzi.
Reaching the second floor (loft) through the staircase or the elevator, there is a bedroom with 2 single beds which also can be transformed to be a double bed if needed. All the bedrooms offer views to the sea from any angle, HDTV, mini bar fridge, air-condition, closet, and access to outdoor area or balconies. Additionally, all the floors are connected by the elevator which offers the perfect holiday layout in order to maximize comfort. All bedrooms have a mini-fridge.
- 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 8 people next to the pool.
- A variety of furnished spots (with sun beds, umbrellas, tables and chairs) for relaxing in 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 EUR15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.
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
General
Electric car charging station
Unit size: 2,583 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 1041Κ10003272501
We should mention
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
108
Frequently asked questions
How close is Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle to the airport?
This villa is 38.3 mi (55-min drive) away from the Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle to the beach?
This villa is a short 2-minute walk from Limni Beach and 3-minute walk from Sfagia Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle?
No, there is no casino at this villa.
What time is check-in at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this villa.
How close is Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle to downtown Mylopotamos?
This villa is 0.1 mi away from Panormos.
Premium Beachfront Villa With Private Pool & Panoramic Sea Views From Any Angle Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
David B.
Aug 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Contessa del Mar Panormos
Brilliant property in a fantastic location
David B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gary M.
Jun 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodations.
The Villa was even nicer than the pictures. Very clean, everything Modern, great view of the ocean. Pool was good size and clean. Excellent location. Very short walk to the beach and stores and restaurants. Christina was very attentive to our needs. If we needed her, she was there within 15 minutes. Highly recommend staying here if it is available. Would definitely come back.
5 + stars
Gary M.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
John J.
Apr 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
John
The villa was wonderful and everything that it promised to be. Christina was very welcoming and kept the villa clean and tidy throughout our stay. April was an ideal time to stay as the village cafes and restaurants were all open, it was warm and sunny but not busy. Highly recommended for families or groups for a wonderful stay in Crete.
John J.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Caroline H.
Oct 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely villa
Beautiful and clean villa in a great location. There was fantastic communication from start to finish and everyone we met was lovely. Highly recommend!
Caroline H.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
David C.
Aug 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great villa in terrific location
Really enjoyed our stay, the house was exactly as described, and the location was amazing, overlooking one of the public beaches of Panormo and and easy walk to everything in town.
David C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
John M.
Aug 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property in Crete
What a wonderful stay we had in Crete. The villa location was perfect with easy access to the beach, restaurants and local shops. Christina was very welcoming and gave us a personal tour of the property. The concierge who helps with the property was absolutely 5-Star as well! They assisted and arranged everything we wanted to do, from fishing, private boat charter, rental car, restaurants and the best of the local flair. The villa was very spacious and perfectly described. The amenities, swimming pool, and balconies were a great bonus as well. Some of the best sunsets I have ever seen. We very much enjoyed our time at the Villa Contessa Del Mare and we look forward to coming back again. Definitely will recommend to family and friends. 5-Star all the way!!!!!
John M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean M.
May 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property in gorgeous town
We absolutely LOVED our stay at Contessa Del Mare. The property is breathtakingly beautiful, pristine and close to everything. Mrs. Christina was a wonderful, welcoming host. The property also has a concierge service, which we used for recommendations for local tavernas and beaches. This was our first time in Greece, and we are so glad we chose this property for all of its amenities, its hosts and the location. Would highly recommend, and would love to return!
Jean M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peter R., TWYNING, TEWKESBURY
Jul 3, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay in Panormo
What a fabulous location overlooking the sea. Cool breeze and beautiful sunsets.
Surrounded by great cafes and restaurants - two nice beaches.
Hosted by a very attentive team Kostas and Elidia
Highly Recommended
Peter R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anne C.
Sep 25, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Villa
6 adults and 2 children stayed at the Contessa for a week. The villa was spacious, clean, well decorated, and outfitted; the views are spectacular. The elevator for our senior citizen was a big help. Mrs. Christina was warm, welcoming, and helpful. She found a lot of children's pool toys and furniture for us. Etouri staff were always available to assist us by answering questions about the villa and even arranged a wonderful yachting experience for us. It is so convenient to be able to direct dial them on the dedicated line. We didn't realize that we were going to be located in the village of Panormo and it was so convenient to have shops, markets, and restaurants just a couple of blocks away. The supermarket is very well stocked. It's difficult to suggest anything to improve the property, but it would be helpful to have some appliance manuals for Americans who aren't familiar with European controls. Street parking can be a bit tricky when you have multiple vehicles because there aren't dedicated spots for the villa. But there is a dirt lot in front of the villa that can be used. The Contessa is a wonderful property and I highly recommend it.
Anne C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Andrew C.
Sep 9, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
A group of 6 friends stayed at Villa Contessa for a week. We were sorry that our stay was so short.
It’s position overlooking the sea was fabulous. Good location for restaurants, bars and easy access to the two local Beaches.
Spacious bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms. Home from home.
We loved having our lunch or evening drinks on the patio before heading out to dinner - just a perfect setting.
Andrew C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 28, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous all the way around!
From the initial contact with Kostas and the team of holiday advisors at Etouri who booked our taxis for arrival and departure to booking a catamaran that left from Panormos to contacting the owner who bought some groceries for our arrival the whole process was seamless. The management team was excellent.
We arrived at the villa through Cretan Taxi Service, also excellent.
Christina met us at the house at 10:30 at night. It was spotless top to bottom and had everything we needed including a fancy elevator to get suitcases up to the second and third floor. The groceries were all there so we could relax. The 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms were all large with views. The bottom floor bedroom is a bit smaller but has sliding glass doors right out onto the pool deck. No complaints from anyone!
When we woke to the view it was spectacular. It’s true the beach is right down below and it has a taverna so drinks and food are available. Beach chairs are to rent.
The town is a block or so away where you will find a grocery store open late at night in June, several- outdoor restaurants with a view of the harbor, and a few tourist shops for browsing. It is small but we found plenty to do - and we also took day trips and we were always happy to come back to the clean pool overlooking the ocean.
Everything was high quality and the beds were very comfortable.
Will I stay anywhere else next time.? Nope.
We all loved it. You can walk to everything in this small town. We also bought an excellent cake from the bakery! I have rented houses all over and this was certainly one of the very best. Tell Christina Hello from Sara!
Verified traveler
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie H.
Oct 7, 2018
Wonderful
Villa Contessa in Panormos is wonderful. Our group of 6 adults really enjoyed our stay for a week in Crete. Seeing the sunrise in the morning was beautiful; and sunsets at night. Each bedroom has an outside patio and en-suite bathroom. The kitchen is small, but well equipped. The villa’s owner, Miss Christina, takes great pride in her villa and she really cares about guests enjoying their stay. It was a true home away from home for us. Excellent location and we loved walking down to the beach/ocean and into the village to the stores and taverns/restaurants. We rented a van for the week, which allowed us to drive to Chania, Heraklion etc. Some activities we did during our week in Crete: hiked the Samaria Gorge; strolled around Chania; did a Foodies Tour in Heraklion (Viator); and made a day trip to Santorini (also booked through Viator). The holiday advisor was very helpful in getting our hike arranged. Etouri Property Management did a great job from the time of booking the rental and throughout our stay as well as following up after we departed. We ordered groceries in advance and they were stocked in the villa for our arrival. Nicely done. Additionally, we had a local chef prepare a private dinner at the villa one evening (Chef Stelios of Petite Fleur). That was delicious and our group agreed it was a highlight during our trip. Wonderful experience. We would definitely recommend this villa to any group visiting Crete and wanting a comfortable “home away from home”.
Stephanie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie H.
Oct 3, 2018
Wonderful! Villa Contessa
This was our home away from home for a week in early September 2018. The owner (Christina) met us on arrival. She is a nice person who wanted to be sure we were comfortable and happy while staying there. The groceries we requested were there when we arrived. The management company also put us in contact with a local chef (Chef Stelios of Petite Fleur), who came to the villa one evening and prepared for our group of 6 people a private 5-course meal. It was delicious! Location: the villa is beach-side; viewing the sunrise each morning, as well as evening sunsets, was spectacular. It is only a few blocks to local shops and restaurants nearby, in the cute village of Panormo. Inside the villa, the decor is well done. The bedrooms are spacious - each has a bathroom, nice touch. The main floor has a bedroom (the purple room) - it is conveniently located near the main living areas. There is also a half bathroom on the main level. Up one flight are two more bedrooms (the green room and the pink room). On the top floor is the last bedroom (blue room) with wrap-around outside patio. The lift (elevator) came in handy when we moved luggage - otherwise, we typically used the staircase. Pool: great to have it at the villa. We used it a few days during our stay. It is small, but functional. Parking: never an issue. In front of the house, around the corner on the street. Electronics: we had an issue with the tv - but Christina called and somebody came by to remedy it. Took us a while to adjust to the air conditioning - it shuts off in a room if you leave a door open (after a certain amount of time). This is an energy efficient system. We did eventually get the hang of it, though, we just had to remember to always keep the doors shut. As for keys/security - the house is well equipped electronically. We would recommend a programmable electronic key pad for access. (vs. actual keys). Keys can get lost - we did not lose our keys, but I can see how that might happen. Closing Summary: would we stay here again? Yes! It was really fabulous. The management company was great to work with (Etouri) and the owner (Christina) is a nice lady, who has tremendous pride in her villa. The village is charming and great to wander through. The ocean and beach are beautiful. We rented a van for our group (6 people) which helped us get around, since Crete is large island. Activities we did: Samaria Gorge hike; visited Chania; did a foodies tour in Heraklion. All recommended.
Stephanie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Steven P.
Jun 21, 2018
Fantastic Villa in a Charming Village !
We chose this Holiday from the stunning photos on the website and when we arrived we were not disappointed. Sometimes photos can be made to look better than the real thing but this was certainly not the case here , if anything the villa was better in real life !! The owner Christina was extremely helpful as were all the Etouri staff and nothing was to much trouble to them. The villa was ideally located in Panormos which is a quaint fishing Village, with the beach (small but lovely & safe), Shops, restaurants, Tavernas & supermarkets within a short walking distance. We stayed for 7 days and did not leave the village. We had a very relaxing holiday in fantastic surroundings and would recommend to anyone
Steven P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Tracey B.
May 10, 2018
A relaxing Greek experience.
A large contemporary stylish villa overlooking the sea and beach. 5 good size bedrooms individually themed. All the mod cons you could possible ask for when on holiday . Our hosts were attentive from the moment of booking, recommending car hire (Kosta at best cars was exceptional).The villa was spotless and Christina was there to greet us on our arrival. We had a quiet week choosing to eat in the local tavernas. A very pretty little village and would recommend .
Tracey B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Donna J.
Aug 26, 2017
Top class accommodation with excellent hosts and an amazing view
The holiday was 5* deluxe from the moment we stepped into this amazing villa. The lovely owner and incredibly helpful cleaner were there to greet us and really nothing was too much trouble. The accommodation itself is luxury and then some more. It has been beautifully styled throughout. This reasonably small and quiet resort has everything you need. Just enough restaurants and bars to make it interesting. We particularly loved the proximity of where the villa is whereby you can easily access the pretty little beach and also the restaurants and supermarkets.. you definitely do not need a car unless you plan to explore past Panormos. We visited nearby Bali and some other smaller resorts plus Rethymnon, but it would not have bothered us at all if we had just stayed around the villa and Panormos as we had the best food right there in the nearby Tavernas. All in all it was a fabulous holiday and we were not looking forward to coming home but very much look forward to visiting again. Huge thanks to Christina (the owner) Gianna (the cleaner and then some) and Sophia from the office.
Donna J.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Gudrun I.
Aug 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Eine tipptop Villa mit 4 separaten apartements, vor allem der Master Bedroom sehr beeindruckend! Perfekte Lage, nur einblase Schritte zum Strand und ein unglaublicher Ausblick von jeder Ecke des Hauses. Viele Tavernen und Bars, Supermärkte, auch die Tauchbasis nur wenige Schritte entfernt. Unser Mietauto haben wir eigentlich nicht gebraucht. Rethymno ist nur 15 Minuten mit dem Taxi entfernt. Der Ort Panormos ist mehr als sehenswert.Die Hausbesitzer und die Agentur stehen rund um die Uhr zur Verfügung und sind superfreundlich.
Gudrun I.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Silje N.
Jul 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Veldig fint opphold i villaen.
Vi var veldig fornøyd med villaen og med byen. Utrolig deilig å ha få meter både til stranden og til veldig hyggelige restauranter. God kommunikasjon med verten hele veien.
Silje N.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matthias S.
Aug 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhafte Villa
Hier passt einfach alles. Die Lage ist einfach top, direkt neben der Villa sind 2 Sandstrände, der nächste Supermarkt ist 50m entfernt. In der Nähe des Supermarkts gibt es ein paar Tavernen, eine Bar, es fehlt nichts.
Zu guter letzt sei noch die Betreuung durch die Agentur und durch die Eigentümerin Christina hervorzuheben!!
Es war eingeschlafen toll!!!
Matthias S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan N.
Aug 3, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
EN GRÆSK PERLE
Perfekt beliggenhed, fantastiske faciliteter, en uforglemmelig uge.
Vi kan varmt anbefale Villa Contessa del Mare, hvor Christina tager varmt imod hele familien og sørger for, vi får den bedste start på den skønneste uge.
Huset og omgivelserne er lige præcis så fantastisk som billederne lover!
Tak til Christina og familie - samt til Kostas og hele teamet ved Etouri for at gøre vores ferie endnu bedre!
Susan N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Christian G.
Sep 1, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Urlaub Erster Klasse..
Alle bisherigen Bewertungen sind ehrlich und nicht übertrieben. Was sollen wir uns wiederholen, es ist ein tolles Haus mit 4 eigenen Einheiten Schlafen/Bad. Somit hat jeder auch noch eine gewisse Privatsphäre. Prädikat: „Sehr Empfehlenswert“.
Christian G.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
marlou v., Maastricht, The Netherlands
May 28, 2019
Prachtig
26-05-2019
We, 6 adults from the Netherlands stayed in this villa from 15-27 may and we loved it. The owner, Christina is warm, helpfull and welcomed us very welcoming. Etouri Holiday advisor Centre was very generous with advice, answering our questions and solving our problems.
Special thanks to Robert.
When one of us had to leave earlier due private circumstances, we quickly received help, sympathy and afterwards was informed if her return trip went well.
We liked the villa and the village.
We loved the people of Panormos and the food.
We enjoyed our trips to Rethimnon and Heraklion and the private safari to the south of Kreta.
It was very nice to stay here.
marlou v.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Ketil O.
Jul 14, 2018
WOW - that is what I call vacation!!!
Not only is the house wonderful, but the view is so amazingly breathtaking that people arrive at all hours to capture it on camera. And we get to see it everyday, all day:) This location is nothing short of perfect; the beach is a mere stones throw away, the lazy town has everything a tourist needs but still retains the local Cretan feeling.
The house is utterly beautiful with wonderfully themed rooms that are crisp and clean without giving one a hotel feeling. This wonderful house was a home away from home! Christina was very helpful, helping us with everything we thought we needed and then some. Christina is without doubt the Big Boss around here and when she is on the case you just know everything will work out.
Thank you so very much for a wonderful stay!!