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Drenched in ample grounds and sublime elegance in one of the most authentic locations of Crete, Adele, the close to sea Villa offers regional architecture, design, and lifestyle, where indulgent home comforts meet spaciousness and thriving wilderness. Lovers will relish lazy mornings entwined between the sheets gazing out to the green views & fall asleep to the sound of the summer breeze. Bundle up your loved ones and create family memories to last a lifetime. Lounge in the summer warmth by the outdoor pool and lounge garden area with a glass of wine and gather together for long nights of home cooked food and deep, roaring laughter while admiring the views. With home-from-home comforts, the sublime Villa combines elegance and unique touches to ensure a stay less ordinary. The exclusive Villa features ample space & offers a wealth of inspiration to enjoy between sea and mountains, blissfully set close to Adele where you may find plenty of beaches, beach bars, shops & restaurants close by to enjoy.
Introducing Kallistefanos Villa
Hideaway in style with every conceivable comfort at your fingertips, the Villa offers extraordinary comfort in authentic surroundings. A haven of style and service that place you in the heart of every fascinating environment. With incredible tailored experiences across beach, nature and spectacular spaces to simply 'be'; unforgettable moments begin at Kallistefanos Villa.
External Living | Private Pool & BBQ
This captivating home lays in 2.000m² outdoor area and is embellished with a 35m² private swimming pool (1,20-1,40 meters deep), also boasting a special children’s play area. Grown-ups can lounge to their sun loungers before idling back for al fresco barbecues (Gas BBQ, portable) under sunset skies, on the shaded outdoor dinning area. The outdoor area is the perfect location for ice-cold G&Ts, taking in the scenes and watching the sun’s journey. With bespoke outdoor settings & tableware, it is an ideal holiday escape for those who seek the ultimate summery living and an unforgettable holiday experience. A ping pong table is also available outdoors to master your skills, inspiring entertainment and togetherness.
Our unique villa features an eco-friendly Pool, where water disinfection is achieved through a salt electrolysis system offering a natural swimming experience, with nearly zero chemical usage.
Bonus - Family Friendly
For children's play time, the retreat also features an outdoor artificial lawn play area (with swing, slide, tent) for our younger guests. A bespoke lounge area for all the family is also set among the olive trees, which is set to be come your favorite gathering spot to cherish some nature time.
Internal Living | Bedroom & Bathrooms
The living experience radiates a chic elegance and a wonderfully laidback ambiance that enhances the comfort level of guests. Fine art marks all the bedrooms gifting them with their unique identity, spoiling guests with first-class comfort, design and amenities. This captivating Villa boasts exquisite interiors that exude a certain ethereal elegance, in its 290m² indoor space. The lavish living-cum-dining spaces with first-class equipment ensuring meals of the highest quality, will bring an ever-present sense of contemporary comfort to your endless days of leisure. Offering a bespoke design, the exclusive Villa boasts five bedrooms & four bathrooms, two living rooms with two fully equipped kitchens, each flaunting a distinctive look and feel - and can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests in real beds, as well as two extra guests can be accommodated at the couch of the two available living rooms. The maximum capacity is 12 guests.
Ground Floor
Living Room (featuring a 65’’ Smart TV) & Dining area & Kitchen, the area offers direct access to the pool terrace • An office is also available & a table football game. • One extra guest can be accommodated at the couch. • A double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, featuring a Queens bed (1.60x2.00) with direct access to the pool. • A shared bathroom with shower cabin is also available on the ground floor.
First Floor
Living Room (featuring a 55’’ Smart TV) with an open fireplace & Dining area & Kitchen, the area offers direct access to a balcony. • Twin Bedroom with two Single beds (0,90x2,00) - can be joined with topper mattress to form a King Size bed (1,80x2,00) if wished, and a shared bathroom with shower featuring a curtain, is also available in this floor. • One extra guest can be accommodated at the couch (the couch is suitable for children).
Second Floor
Three bedrooms lay on this floor. • Bedroom with Queen Size bed(1.60x2.00) with access to balcony • Two bedrooms have a double bed (1.50x2.00) featuring also access to a balcony, and a spacious shared bathroom is available featuring a bathtub with hydromassage features.
For Relaxation
Celebrate an endless summer at Kallistefanos Villa. Sip ice-cold cocktails poolside and savour sun-soaked al fresco feasts and begin and end days within sunrise and sunset skies. Whatever the ingredients for your perfect summer, you’ll find them here.
Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every three days • Pool and garden cleaning once per week • Two Baby cots & High chairs, Children’s plastic (non-breakable) plates and cups, are available upon request.
Practicalities
There is secured parking space inside the Villa’s premises for up to five cars • The property is well-equipped with: Two Fridge with freezer, Two Electric stove with oven, Espresso Machine (capsules), Filter coffee machine, Microwave, Kettle, Sandwich Maker, Toaster, Juice Maker, Food Processor (Multi), Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer in each bedroom, First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, Safety Box, Smoke Detector.
Mod Cons
High quality bath towels & pool towels are available • Bathroom Amenities are available • Air-conditioning in all bedrooms & on the first floor area is included & serves for heating purposes also • Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa • Bluetooth Dock • Outdoor BBQ (Gas) • Outdoor shaded dining area • Indoor area of 290m² • Outdoor area of 2,000m² • Lawn artificial area of 50m² • Ping Pong table & Outdoor Playground • Pets are not allowed • Smoking is allowed only outdoors • Events/Parties are allowed only with prior notice & additional fee may apply • Pre stock service available upon request • The Villa is available during the winter months also & the Pool will be operating then as well. • 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
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Location Overview - Meet Crete Island
*TO SEE: Located at the picturesque Adele Area. The iconic Villa is only within a few minutes reach to Pigianos Kampos beach and 15 minutes driving distance to Rethymno Town, but still offering the long awaited tranquility home you longed for. Shopping facilities for everyday's necessities can be found at the neighbouring village of Pigi within a distance of 5 minutes by car, providing tavernas and cafes, a mini market, bakery, a grocery shop, two butcher’s, a hairdressers as well as a pharmacy. A gas station can be found in the nearby village of Adele which is also less than 5 minutes away by car. Pigianos Kampos beach, which is the closest to the villa, within 10 minutes driving, is a vast, sandy and well organised beach, with shallow waters making it ideal for families. It’s a perfectly organised coastal tourist resort, with many sun beds, umbrellas, changing rooms, showers, lifeguards, beach bars, restaurants and water sports. Also Rethymno town, offers a great selection of choices in shops, restaurants and anything else you might need and can be easily reached by car within 15 minutes.
*TO DINE : You can enjoy either a drink or a meal in a very traditional, homely and hospitable atmosphere. There is a wide selection of local restaurants in the nearby area. Ask any local and they’ll tell you Crete is the undisputed No1 foodie destination in Greece. And once you’re here, it shall be experienced.
*TO EXPLORE : The allure of Crete is impossible to ignore. Sandy beaches and crystalline waters. Quintessential blue and unique architecture carved into hillsides. You may explore Chania & Heraklion Region within easy reach. Unique areas and famous for their beaches & cuisine. Authenticity combines with nature and the exquisite setting is an astounding example of the philosophy of the villa, offering guests authentic, exclusive and custom-made experiences. Discover a new perspective in sumptuous travel. Fresh, colourful cuisine that delights the palate, and that warm, welcoming Cretan charm that makes you feel at home within an instant.
Out & About
Nearest Coffee/Snacks : 600metres
Nearest Mini Market Manos : 1,6km (3 minutes driving)
Nearest Restaurants : 1,1km (2 minutes driving)
Adelianos Kampos beach: 4km (5 minutes driving)
Rethymno Port & Town: 7km (11 minutes driving)
Heraklion International Airport: 76km (1hour driving)
Chania International Airport: 78km (1hour & 10 minutes driving)
*Car Rental is essential for the explores, if you wish to unravel the hidden gems of Crete, visit authentic villages, towns, unique sandy beach locations and we can gladly assist you with the arrangements.
