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Lilium Villa, Total privacy, outdoor spa whirlpool, close to beach & shops

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8140 sq m

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Rethymno, Crete
  • Popular LocationReptisland6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMelidoni Cave9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuseum of Ancient Eleutherna15 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)59 min drive

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Lilium Villa, Total privacy, outdoor spa whirlpool, close to beach & shops

The Luxury Retreat, is part of an Elite group of bespoke stays, where hand-picked exceptional properties of outstanding 24/7 service, incredible tailored experiences and unique cultural charm await to inspire you. The retreat has been certified with the Seal of Approval, a 300’ Criteria Rating, for the unique design, innovation, individual quality & inspiring offerings. The license number of the Greek National Tourism Organization is : 1041K91003215901

Lilium Villa, located in a picturesque village, just a short drive away from the wonderful beach of Panormos, is the perfect choice for unwinding under the warm Cretan sun and gain the well coveted peace and quiet that will south your soul. Lilium Villa is fenced, giving you a sense of absolute privacy, as it’s situated among olive trees in a quiet area, totally suitable for those seeking a holiday near the nature!

Indoors
The moment you enter the villa a relaxing, fresh atmosphere welcomes you. Tastefully selected furniture decorate the 140 m2 Villa, which can accommodate up to 8 guests in its 4 bedrooms. The Villa is painted in light colours, in shades of pink and purple, giving off a romantic ambience. The open-plan room features a comfortable living room area with a lovely open fireplace and a dining area for the whole family. Large windows in the dining area open to a shaded veranda, equipped with patio furniture, where you can have your breakfast and enjoy the fresh country air. Moving on, you will find the fully equipped kitchen, with top-grade amenities and an additional dining area, offering direct access to the pool terrace. Three of the bedrooms have double beds, while the fourth one features two single beds. All rooms of the Villa offer direct access to the pool and terrace spaces.
The villa has two bathrooms perfect for pampering! The family bathroom boasts a bathtub, ideal for enjoying a long bath after a day of exploration! Furthermore there is an additional bathroom with shower cabin.

Outdoors
If you are planning for your relaxing vacation with your family or friends, Lilium Villa is perfect for you with plenty of terrace space and shaded verandas for open-air sitting! The Villa boasts an outdoor area which covers 500 m2, features a large swimming pool (11 X 4 meters and 1,40m deep) with a special children’s compartment (0,40 cm deep), equipped with comfortable sun loungers, umbrellas, as well as an outdoor shower. To make things better, an outdoor, four-seater spa whirlpool (not heated) awaits you by the pool, perfect for soaking up the sun during the day, and watching the bright stars at night. Right next to the pool, you can use the BBQ facilities and enjoy your meals at the rustic dining area under the shade of the pergola. Furthermore, a traditional oven and an outdoor counter with a sink are also available, for your outmost comfort and ease. Unleash your cooking skills, amaze your gathering and enjoy the unique experience of al fresco dining! Finally, the owners will treat you to home grown vegetables from the garden!

Lilium Villa is also very baby friendly oriented, ideal for a family vacation, as it’ s a flat property, without any stairs, ideal for families travelling with small kids, as it provides easy access between the indoors spaces and the outdoors areas. Additionally, the 300 m2 lawn covered terrace is ideal for young kids to play and a enjoy a carefree holiday! A playground is also available for our young guests, along with 3 bicycles! In case you are traveling with babies or young kids, please let us know and upon request we can provide all the necessary equipment you may need, including:
- a baby cot
- high chair
- baby bath
- baby intercom monitor
- stroller
- steriliser

Property Notes:
- Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
- Bath and pool towels, bed linen, covers and blankets provided.
- Change of sheets and towels once per week.
- Pool and garden attendance once per week.
- Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the Villa.
- Free parking space inside the Villa premises.
- All in-house electronics are available, including a 50’ smart flat-screen TV with satellite reception, DVD player, dishwasher, large fridge with freezer, electric stove, kettle, toaster, microwave, french coffee maker, juice maker, hair dryer, washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and iron board.
- Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
- 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
- Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
Lilium Villa is located in Perama town which is within 5 minutes driving to everything that you might need like shops, bakery, grocery store, taverns, cafes, supermarkets, ATM machines, pharmacies, gas stations and post office.
Location Overview.
Also Panormo, is a friendly sea side village, 10 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: Perama village, 1 Km
Panormos Beach: 6 Kms
Rethymno Port & Town: 25 Kms
Heraklion International Airport: 67,8 Kms
Chania International Airport: 96,6 Kms

Renting a car is essential to explore the nearby villages and unique sandy beach locations!

Property manager

Valia Kokkinou

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near 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
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1507 sq ft (140 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
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 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 deadbolt lock
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 1041K91003215901

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lilium Villa Total Privacy Outdoor Jacuzzi Beach Shops Rethymno
Lilium Villa Total Privacy Outdoor Jacuzzi Beach Shops
Lilium Total Privacy Outdoor Jacuzzi Beach Shops Rethymno
Lilium Villa Total Privacy Outdoor Jacuzzi Beach Shops Rethymno
Lilium Villa Total Privacy Outdoor Jacuzzi Beach Shops
Lilium Total Privacy Outdoor Jacuzzi Beach Shops Rethymno

About the neighborhood

Mylopotamos

Located in Mylopotamos, this villa is in the city center and near the beach. Eleutherna and Arkadi Monastery are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rethimno Kart and Horse Park Rethymno. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Reptisland - 6 min drive
  • Melidoni Cave - 9 min drive
  • Museum of Ancient Eleutherna - 15 min drive
  • Spilies Beach - 16 min drive
  • Arkadi Monastery - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Iberostar Creta Panorama - 13 min drive
  • Melidoni Cave - 9 min drive
  • Μάνταλος - 9 min drive
  • Zeno Lobby Bar - 11 min drive
  • Euphoria Pool Bar - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lilium Villa, Total privacy, outdoor spa whirlpool, close to beach & shops have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lilium Villa, Total privacy, outdoor spa whirlpool, close to beach & shops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lilium Villa, Total privacy, outdoor spa whirlpool, close to beach & shops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lilium Villa, Total privacy, outdoor spa whirlpool, close to beach & shops?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lilium Villa, Total privacy, outdoor spa whirlpool, close to beach & shops located?

This family-friendly Mylopotamos villa is located by the sea, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Reptisland, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sfagia Beach and Limni Beach. Melidoni Cave and Church of Agios Yiorgos are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

liliane k., itteville

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday
The villa is great. The host was very kind and attentive to our needs. We had a very good stay and thanks to Valia.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay in sunny Crete
We really enjoyed our stay at Lilium Villa. The villa is well equipped with everything you need. The outside space is really the star of the show, but the interior is nice too and there is a lot of space. We loved getting fresh tomatoes, peppers and lemons etc from the garden. The location is great. The nearby town of Perama has plenty of shops and supermarkets etc, and the bakery is good too. Panormos is about 10 minutes away by car, and is a really lovely fishing village with a beach and nice restaurants. A big thank you to the owner Helena for her warm hospitality. She really made us feel welcome in the villa and was on hand to answer any questions we had. Dealing with ThinkVilla was very easy too. We booked a few things through them and everything went to plan. All in all a very nice holiday and one of the best villas we've stayed in. Only downside is the weddings that were on each weekend. There is a venue just down the road and it can get a bit noisy!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter break
The villa was beautifully clean and well equipped. The grounds were well tended and we had no difficulty in contacting Helena who replied swiftly. The nearby village of Perama had very good facilities and was a perfect base from which to explore the beautiful surrounding area. We all had a relaxing break. Thank you.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deyan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Villa
Amazing outdoor area!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcel v., Haarlem

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic villa
Had a fantastic stay in this villa. Everything you need for a good vacation is available. More than enough room in and around the villa. Owner was present on arrival and showed us around.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

David C., Battle East Sussex

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic getaway location
Lovely villa which was very clean and a perfect outside cooking and dining area. Our only fault is the neighbours barking guard dog !!!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lara S., Duham, England

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful villa!
The standard of this villa is exceptional - I can’t praise it highly enough, and the same goes for Valia, the property manager, and Elena and her family who keep the villa spotless. When my parents and I arrived at the villa late at night, Elena was there to greet us and show us around. We were amazed at how clean and modern the villa was, and it had a lovely fresh, clean smell. There was a very substantial welcome pack left, which included fresh orange juice, bottled water, wine, raki, bread, crisps, biscuits, and more! A particular favourite was Elena’s home made olive oil. The villa itself also has everything you could ever need for the stay, including loads of kitchen equipment and utensils, bath and beach towels, toilet rolls and crisp, white bedding. The huge garden is also immaculate, lovely pool and jacuzzi, and very comfortable loungers. It is very private, not overlooked at all, and can’t be seen by anyone from outside. Elena and her family do an absolutely brilliant job of keeping the villa so clean. She came round during our week’s stay and replaced the bedding and towels, and brought some treats from the local bakery. Another day she brought round some homemade Moussaka, which was absolutely delicious! I must also give a mention to the property manager, Valia. She is extremely helpful, and is always very quick to respond to any correspondence. She made the whole booking process so easy, and gave us some good recommendations of places to visit during our stay. She also gave us details of a car hire company, which we used to collect a car from the airport. Again, I must highly recommend this company (Best Cars). Manolos met us at the airport, and was really friendly and helpful, making the handover very quick so we could get on our way. It was nice to see him again at the drop off, which was also quick and easy. In relation to the nearby village of Perama, there are 3 supermarkets which we used during our stay, but there wasn’t much else there. If you want to eat out or wander round, I would go to Panormo, which is only a 10 minute drive away, and has a nice beach, lovely restaurants and shops, and plenty of parking. Thank you very much to Valia, Elena and family, and Manolos for making this a perfect holiday!

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW
My family and I have just returned from a fantastic week at villa Lilium, what can I say... We've stayed in villas before but this one is just wow. Being an outdoor loving family, this villa didn't disappoint, the garden is huge and immaculate, the outdoor kitchen was used daily for all meals and the pool was used from the minute the children were awake until bedtime, being a perfect size and very clean. The villa is very private not overlooked by anyone, there was a property across the road where we could hear a dog barking in the evenings other than that the villa is set on a fairly quiet road. The villa itself was also spotless and had everything you could need, including a lovely hamper for our arrival. Helena met us there even tho it was 12.30am (delayed flight!) to show us around and how everything worked, nothing was too much trouble, she even brought us a delicious moussaka one day! The village is a 15 minute walk away and has everything you could need, supermarkets, bakery, butchers, petrol station, pharmacy and a few cafes/restaurants, some lovely beaches only a 10 minute drive away. Overall I would recommend villa Lilum to everyone, we had an amazing time and really didn't want to come home... Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Lovely villa - perfect Crete holiday
We had a fabulous holiday at Villa Lilium in August 2018. First thing to say is how welcoming the owner, Eleni, is. She greeted us at the property even though we didn’t arrive until late, and filled the fridge with essentials. She was so helpful and attentive.. and even brought us a lovely home-cooked Moussaka one day. She and her daughter came every four days to change the beds and towels and the place was always spotless. The villa itself is great, air con being a very welcome addition. There are lots of places to sit outside and enjoy the sun or the shade, and the outdoor kitchen is brilliant for BBQing. We loved the pool area and the grounds in general.. it really is a lovely, enclosed spot but with amazing views of the mountains and even the sea (if you stand in the right place). Having a veg patch and grapevine on site was great too.. the peppers and tomatoes made a truly epic pasta sauce. Perama itself is easy to walk to (out of the gate, turn right and then left next to the horse’s field) – although it’s quite a hill to come back up in the heat! Still, it’s 15 mins and good exercise. Perama itself is surprisingly bustling, with no tourists really. There are several supermarkets and various grocers, butchers, bakers etc. On Sunday only the supermarket at the bottom of town is open. We didn’t bother hiring a car and did most of our food shopping in Perama. When we wanted to go up to Panormos for an evening we just called Kostas the taxi driver.. Eleni gave us his number. It’s 10 euro each way. Panormos is lovely, and we had many a cocktail and meal overlooking the sea. Lots of nice bars & restaurants and some good shopping too… but it’s all understated and not touristy. The beaches are nice too. The Melidoni cave is also worth a visit (15 mins drive from villa) – we had a great lunch in the village and kids enjoyed the reptile centre… where you ‘enjoy’ close contact with some big snakes (they are put around your neck when you walk in!). On our last day we spent the day at Water City before catching our late flight… a good way to eke out another day. It’s brilliant, has great slides, lots of pools and plenty of food choice. We stopped at Heraklion airport on the way, put our suitcases in the left luggage then just got a cab back when the park closed at 18:30. We had a great holiday and would highly recommend Villa Lilium… it has everything you want and we felt very much at home there. Thank you Eleni for everything.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie J.

Wonderful!!
We have recently returned from a wonderful holiday at Villa Lillium, a perfect piece of paradise that our family of four-2 children aged 11 and 15 did not want to leave. The villa is spotlessly clean and comfortable with so much space both inside and outside-we absolutely loved the outdoor kitchen, cooking most of our meals outdoors-even spit-roasting a chicken. The considerable amount of outside space is beautiful and so well maintained, we sat to out at all times of the day and night to enjoy it with the kids making good use of the space, along with the pool, jacuzzi, table tennis and inflatables. The WiFi is also excellent (important when traveling with a teenager!) The villa is located in such a beautiful, peaceful location it felt very safe and was a great base for exploring Island. Elina, the owner is lovely and was very accommodating-even when our flight was delayed until the early hours of the morning. She was always on hand to help when required, offering special touches but was never intrusive. We would highly recommend Villa Lillium to anyone-i miss waking up to the gorgeous view from the living area window each day. Also, thanks to Valia from Think Villa who is super efficient in dealing with queries prior to travelling.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018