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Caramel Villa, an Enchanted Villa with Private Pool, Nestled at an Olive Grove.

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

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.

Caramel Villa, an Enchanted Villa with Private Pool, Nestled at an Olive Grove.


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. The license number of the Greek National Tourism Organization is 1041Κ91003030301 .

Caramel Villa is a beautifully designed, stone built villa, located in an olive grove and very close to the village of Panormos. Caramel Villa offers stunning views of the Cretan countryside, inviting you to experience a unique vacation. The iconic Villa is located 4 km away from the sandy beaches of Panormo and 2 km away from the town of Perama, where all amenities can be found, is ideal for a family holiday. Caramel Villa is part of our exclusive collection of country holiday homes boasting a private pool. Think secret gardens, elegant outdoor dining area, playground, nature’s revitalisation and sublime architect-designed spaces offering privacy & relaxation. Live like a local, discovering the best hidden gems, walks and attractions during your holiday at Caramel Villa with an insider’s perspective.

External Living | Pool & BBQ
The 250 m2 outdoor area of the villa provide everything you need for a memorable family holiday. The unique shaped, 40 m2 swimming pool and 1.4 meters deep invites you to enjoy the pleasures of summer, under the clear blue sky. The villa features a very originally designed outdoor heated spa whirlpool, offering times of relaxation while enjoying the stunning views of the Cretan countryside. The pool terrace is equipped with sun beds and umbrellas, where you can enjoy the sun and spend as many time as you wish there. Additionally, the outdoor BBQ area and the outdoor shaded, dining area, are ideal for al fresco dinner or simply relax end enjoy the tranquility of the place. To make things even better, next to the shaded sitting area you will find a ping pong table to enjoy a game and there is a playground that your kids will certainly love.

Additionally, right next to Caramel Villa, another Villa is located.

Internal Living | Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Caramel Villa is a 160 m2, two storey villa, that can accommodate up to 6 guests in its 3 bedrooms. The villa has a combination of traditional and modern decoration, giving the space a classic, yet light appearance. Wooden ceilings, stone arches and modern design furniture, chosen carefully in order to make your stay an enjoyable experience. Lounge at the comfy and spacious living room area and watch the sunset lazily on the horizon before curling up on the sofa with a paperback. While indoors the full equipped living-cum kitchen & dining area await to inspire you for culinary wonders.

Ground Floor | Spacious Living & Lounge Area (Featuring a 42’ Flat-screen TV with a Playstation console) with access to a landmark view terrace and swimming pool • Fully Equipped Kitchen & Dinning area • Double Bedroom with access in terrace & an en-suite bathroom with bathtub • Double Bedroom .

First Floor | Master Bedroom with Double Bed with access to a large veranda with pool & sunset breathtaking views • an en-suite bathroom with a whirlpool tub.

Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Baby cot, high chair are available upon request • Housekeeping • Towels and linen changes every 4 days • Pool cleaning and garden maintenance every 4 days.

Practicalities
There is free secured parking space on the Villa’s premises & free parking space outside the Villa’s premises • The property is well-equipped with all the mod cons • 42” flat screen TV • Fridge with freezer, Electric stove & oven, Filter coffee machine • Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Juice Maker, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryers, Cooking utensils • First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector.

Mod Cons
High quality bath towels, pool towels are available • Bathroom amenities •Air-conditioning in all areas is included & serves for heating purposes also • Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa • Bluetooth dock • Outdoor BBQ (Charcoal) • Outside shaded dining area • Indoor area 160m2 • Outdoor area 250m2 • Pets are not allowed • Smoking is allowed only outdoors • Pre stock service available upon request • Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November) • 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.

Location Highlights

Caramel Villa 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.

Out & About
Mini market, Tavern & Cafe: 2 km
Panormos Beach: 4 km
Rethymno Port & Town: 25 km
Heraklion International Airport: 64.2 km
Chania International Airport: 92.3 km

* 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 towels
  • Beach sun loungers

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
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

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
  • Safe
  • 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
  • Bicycle on site
  • Boat on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1722 sq ft (160 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) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
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 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 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 1041Κ91003030301

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

Caramel Villa Totally Secluded 5' Beach Heated Jacuzzi Rethymno
Caramel Villa Totally Secluded 5' Beach Heated Jacuzzi
Caramel Totally Secluded 5' Beach Heated Jacuzzi Rethymno
Caramel Villa Totally Secluded 5' Beach Heated Jacuzzi Rethymno
Caramel Villa Totally Secluded 5' Beach Heated Jacuzzi
Caramel Totally Secluded 5' Beach Heated Jacuzzi Rethymno
Caramel Villa! Private Pool Heated Jacuzzi 5' From the Beach!

About the neighborhood

Map
Rethymno, Crete

What's nearby

  • Reptisland - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Melidoni Cave - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Spilies Beach - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Arkadi Monastery - 22 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 26 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Melidoni Cave - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panormo Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Iberostar Creta Panorama - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Euphoria Pool Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Posto Panormo - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Caramel Villa, an Enchanted Villa with Private Pool, Nestled at an Olive Grove. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Caramel Villa, an Enchanted Villa with Private Pool, Nestled at an Olive Grove. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Caramel Villa, an Enchanted Villa with Private Pool, Nestled at an Olive Grove.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Caramel Villa, an Enchanted Villa with Private Pool, Nestled at an Olive Grove.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Caramel Villa, an Enchanted Villa with Private Pool, Nestled at an Olive Grove. located?

This family-friendly Mylopotamos villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Church of Agios Yiorgos, Sfagia Beach and Limni Beach. Reptisland and Geropotamos Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Caramel Villa, an Enchanted Villa with Private Pool, Nestled at an Olive Grove. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark L., Furze Platt, Maidenhead

Liked: Cleanliness
Better second time
This was our second stay at Villa Caramel, and we were not disappointed. Improvement have been made by the owner and their host George was fantastic. Think Villa team were superb with useful local information and communication. Location is great for a relaxed quite holiday, but with local facilities and restaurant close enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning villa
What a beautiful property and in a stunning location tucked away in the hills in the middle of an. olive grove. The check in team were brilliant and gave us lots of great recommendations of places to visit. The villa itself is beautiful and really well equipped. And the views of the countryside are to die for! You are a 5 minute drive from the costal village of Paronormus which has a nice local feel to it, is nicely unspoilt and has some lovely taverna’s and restaurants. You need a car for this Villa but everything is in easy reach and it is a lovely place to spend a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, relaxing holiday
We were concerned that the property would not be as spectacular as the photos but our concern was unfounded. The villa is every bit as beautiful as the photos promised. The villa is a little off the beaten track and a car is needed to visit the beautiful villages that are close by but the benefit is that it provides the peace and quiet needed to fully relax. Communication with Valia and Yannis was excellent in the lead up to and during our stay. The couple of very minor issues we faced were resolved quickly without impacting our enjoyment of the villa in any way. The villa comes with the highest possible recommendation from the two of us and we look forward to returning some time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Crete
Excellent villa, location and management
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARSHALL R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Lovely villa, as described, v peaceful and good amenities with sun beds, smallish pool, table tennis, BBQ and a grassy area for small children. Easy drive 8 min into local village with good variety of places to eat. Be a little careful of the driving as roads fairly narrow and drivers keen to squeeze past! 50min easy drive from Heraklion. We had a lovely break. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian Pyniger

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing villa
Beautiful villa, nice and quiet location. Ideal for family . Any problems quickly sorted out by host (locking ourselves out) Lovely sunsets when cooking on barbecue . Beaches and shops short drive away. Very nice touch by owner had a Moussaka and watermelon dropped round on our last day. Idyllic views. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Oreoluwa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well worth it!!!!!
We had a fantastic stay at Caramel Villa from start to finish. The villa itself is modern, clean and well equipped with all the amenities necessary for a villa holiday. The location is breathtaking with rolling hills and beautiful sunsets making the outdoor areas the perfect place to relax and appreciate the surroundings. We spent most evenings cooking in the outdoor kitchen / dining area and the owner even brought us homemade Mousakka on the last day! Thank you very much for a great week! We hope to visit again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Leighton Buzzard

Liked: Cleanliness
Our dream first villa holiday
Peaceful, relaxing, first family holiday in a lovely quiet location. Exactly as described and the property manager couldn’t have been more helpful. Setting was a dream - peace and quiet but located close enough to some shops and supermarkets. The villa feels luxurious and highly appointed. Bed was the most comfortable I have slept in and a cot and high chair was very kindly provided for our 4month old daughter who loved her first holiday. The highlight of the villa is the glorious outdoor area with stunning pool, jacuzzi, al fresco dining, bbq and table tennis. We spent the majority of our time outside, day and night. The moussaka that was very kindly delivered was delicious and a fitting last dinner. The car rental company, Best Car Rental, were helpful and super efficient. Thank you Valia and team for ensuring we had a lovely, first holiday away with 3 generations of our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fiona McCartney M.

Lovely villa
The villa had everything you would require for a family holiday and those who looked after were helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much bother and they genuinely wanted you to enjoy your stay and their island. The fresh moussaka from the owner was a lovely surprise and enjoyed by all. We would highly recommend this villa after a fabulous holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne O.

Luxury with a big L
Everything you want. Jacuzzi, swimmimg pool, sun beds, children corner, wifi, 3 bathrooms etc etc and the most important: silence Very friendly people who help you when have questions and directly arrive when you want something to fix. The owner brought us a very big and tastefull mousaka. 2 minutes driving to the nearest restaurants and supermarkets. 4 minutes driving to the sea. I’ ll come back!

10/10 Excellent

Stuart F.

It wad exactly what it said in the adfvert
Perfect location with everything for a relaxing holiday. A little more information on where to eat would have been helpful but we explored and BBQ'd.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Stewart S.

Beautiful villa, fantastic vista!
After arriving in the early hours of the morning to a pitch black villa in the middle of a power cut it was all sun and relaxation for the rest of the week, except for the Cicadas......... Caramel is a lovely well cared for villa with a spotlessly clean swimming pool situated in the middle of an olive grove overlooking farming valleys and only a couple of kms from the coast with all the usual beaches, fishing villages, restaurants etc. The owners are close at hand to help with any issues you may have and they even made us the most delicious mousaka which was the best we have ever tasted! Our week at Caramel Villa passed by so quickly, I wish I was still there now, but with some ear plugs for the Cicada racket! p.s. Plenty of room for a pool table too.......
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bernd V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erholsamer Sommerurlaub
Traumhafte Lage, unkomplizierter Check in und Kommunikation. Das Haus ist mit allem ausgestattet was man benötigt. Das WLAN ist leider sehr instabil und funktioniert im 1. OG nicht. Die Sofas im Wohnzimmer sind sehr fleckig und sollten ausgetauscht werden. Wir würden wiederkommen
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erholung pur
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Genau wie wir es uns vorgestellt, Erholung am Haus, sehr ruhig, Olivenhaine um uns herum. Unternehmungen auf der schönen Insel Kreta. Betreuung vor Ort war auch optimal. Einziger Wermutstropfen, W-Lan ging im ersten Stock nicht.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kjell R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holidays
24/7 support through the hosts. No problems at all and very nice house. Recommendation!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday
Sehr schöne Villa mit tollen Pools und toller Aussicht. Waren zu 6 dort und würden jederzeit wieder kommen. Der Kontakt und mit George und der Service rund um den Aufenthalt waren hervorragend. Sehr zu empfehlen
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Silke K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhafte Villa
Die Villa war genauso schön, wie es beschrieben wurde. Der Service der Agentur professionell, aufmerksam und hilfsbereit. Bei Nachfragen und Problemen, war George, unser Ansprechpartner, stets zur Stelle und hat für Abhilfe gesorgt. Nebenbei gesagt, waren die Probleme nicht so, dass sie den Gesamteindruck negativ tangiert hätten. Rund um die Villa konnten wir viele Ausflugsziele mit dem Auto gut erreichen. Schade, dass die Urlaubszeit so schnell verflogen war und wir nicht mehr von dieser schönen Insel sehen konnten.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erholsamer Aufenthalt
Einrichtung und Lage entsprach unseren Erwartungen und haben uns sehr gefallen. Eine defekte Kaffeemaschine wurde in wenigen Minuten ausgetauscht. Die Villa liegt in sehr ruhiger Umgebung. Dennoch sind die nächsten Ortschaften in wenigen Minuten per Auto zu erreichen. Die Empfehlungen von Yiannes für Tagestrips waren genial.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne L., Gustavsburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfekt zum Entspannen
Wir wurden sehr nett empfangen. Das Haus ist super top in Ordnung. Pool und Whirlpool sind wunderbar. Sehr gerne wieder.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Villa mit perfekter Außenanlage
Tolle Villa mit super Pool - die Kinder waren gar nicht mehr weg zu bekommen! Wir kommen gerne wieder 👍
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nico F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wer Ruhe sucht ist hier richtig
Toller vor Ort Service, kann man nur empfehlen.

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfekt für eine Familie
Sehr schöne Villa im mediterranen Stil mit wunderschönen Blick über die Berge und Olivenhaine bietet. Mit 3 Schlafzimmern und 3 Bädern ist das Haus perfekt für eine grössere Familie. Wir haben den Aufenthalt hier sehr genossen.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolles Urlaubsziel
Ein toll ausgestattetes und sehr sauberes Haus. Bis auf die fehlende Schlüsselübergabe zur An- und Abreise (die es nicht gab, der Schlüssel steckte in der Tür) war alles zu unserer vollsten Zufriedenheit. In der Anzeige wird nicht beschrieben das sich direkt neben an noch ein weiteres Ferienhaus befindet. Die Bilder sollten aktualisiert werden. Ansonsten war alles wie beschrieben. Wir haben die Woche sehr genoßen und haben bereits beschloßen, dass wir die Caramel Villa nochmal buchen werden. Frau Valia Kokkinou ist ein toller Kontakt. Antwortet schnell und kümmert sich um alle Belange. Wir freuen uns auf eine weitere Woche in der Caramel Villa auf Kreta
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Es war ein sehr schöner Aufenthalt .
Das Objekt ist wundervoll und luxuriös.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Monika O., Weil im Schönbuch

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfekter Aufenthalt in einer toller Lage
Wir haben den Urlaub im schönen Haus sehr genossen. Die Aufteilung ist ideal für eine Gruppe, auch der Outdoor Bereich ist schön gestaltet und wir haben schon morgens mit einer Runde Tischtennis begonnen. Die Kommunikation mit Valia im Vorfeld war wunderbar, mit Tipps und Vorschlägen in der Umgebung sowie vergünstigen Angeboten. Nach unserer Ankunft stand Manolis stets schnell vor Ort zur Verfügung und konnte uns helfen. Nochmals herzlichen Dank an den Besitzer für die selbst gemachte Moussaka, darüber haben wir uns sehr gefreut.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019