💖 Why Guests Love Villa Dioni
• Beachfront Bliss: Located just 30m from the sea with a direct path to the water’s edge.
• Private Pool Paradise: Features a stunning outdoor pool with panoramic Aegean views.
• Modern Mediterranean Design: A stylish 150sqm villa built in 2020 with high-end, contemporary finishes.
• Family Friendly: Includes a dedicated children’s playground, ping pong, and safe outdoor gardens.

🏡 Experience Coastal Elegance at Villa Dioni Villa Dioni is a 150 sqm beachfront sanctuary located in the peaceful village of Stavromenos, offering a sophisticated blend of privacy and luxury. Part of the exclusive Nymphes complex, this residence was built in 2020 to provide an authentic yet modern Cretan escape. With its stone-clad architecture, private pool area, and direct access to a quiet beach just 30 meters away, Villa Dioni is the ultimate retreat for families or groups seeking the perfect balance of relaxation and exploration.

🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout
Lower Ground Floor:
• Utility Zone: Dedicated storage and laundry area with a washing machine and dryer. Includes a football and a ping pong table for guest use.
Ground Floor:
• Living Area: A bright, open-plan lounge featuring designer furniture and a Smart HDTV with satellite channels.
• Kitchen: A fully equipped modern kitchen with premium appliances, including a dishwasher and Nespresso machine.
• Bedroom 1: A comfortable double bedroom served by a convenient ground-floor bathroom with WC and shower.

First Floor:
• Bedroom 2: A spacious double bedroom with a private en-suite bathroom and a private balcony overlooking the sea.
• Bedroom 3: A twin bedroom featuring two single beds, an en-suite bathroom, and its own sea-view balcony.

🌴 Outdoor Paradise
• Private Swimming Pool: A large pool (10m x 4m) with a depth of 1.50m, perfect for cooling off while watching the sea.
• Recreation & Play: A dedicated children’s playground for family entertainment.
• Al Fresco Dining: A built-in BBQ station and outdoor dining area set within beautifully landscaped grassy gardens.
• Beach Access: A private path leads you just 30 meters directly to the beach in front of the villa.

📍 Prime Location near Rethymno
• Stavromenos Beach: 30m.
• Local Tavernas (Kexagias & Polious House): Within 1.5km to 2km.
• Supermarket & Pharmacy: 2 km.
• Rethymno City Center: 12 km (approx. 15 minutes).
• Heraklion Airport: 65 km.

🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
Within 15–30 Minutes:
• Rethymno Old Town: Wander through the Venetian harbor, visit the Rimondi Fountain, and explore the maze of historic, flower-lined alleys.
• Arkadi Monastery: A landmark of Cretan architecture and history, located in a stunning mountain setting.
• Eleutherna Museum: Discover the `Homer in Crete` archaeological site and its award-winning museum.
• Platanias (Platanes): A lively nearby suburb filled with shops, beach bars, and international dining options.

Perfect Day Trips:
• Chania Venetian Port (1h): Visit the world-renowned harbor, the Egyptian Lighthouse, and the vibrant local market (Agora).
• Knossos Palace (1h): Journey to the heart of the Minoan civilization and explore the legendary Labyrinth near Heraklion.
• Preveli Palm Forest (50 mins): A tropical-style landscape where a river flows through a palm forest into the Libyan Sea on the south coast.
• Kournas Lake (35 mins): Crete`s only freshwater lake, ideal for pedal boating and spotting turtles against a mountain backdrop.
• Matala Caves (1h 20m): Explore the famous Neolithic caves and soak in the bohemian atmosphere of this iconic coastal village.

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To ensure a stress-free holiday experience, we will send you a link to our GuestGuide4u approximately two weeks prior to your arrival. This guide will include many details for the house, recommendations for local activities in Crete, suggested restaurants, and other helpful travel information.

🧳 Included Services
• Welcome Basket: Filled with local Cretan treats upon arrival.
• Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen change every 3-4 days.
• 24/7 Support: Managed by the dedicated CreteVillas4U team.
• Professional Pool & Garden maintenance.

🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost)
• Private Chef, Wine Tasting, Beauty Treatments, or Personal Training.
• Car rentals and transfers (with exclusive guest discounts), sailing trips, guided tours, and private boat rentals.
• Pre-arrival shopping service.
• Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call.