This villa is located 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Late Minoan Cemetery at Armenoi and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from University of Crete. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
Late Minoan Cemetery at Armenoi - 15 min drive - 5.5 miles
Episkopi Beach - 22 min drive - 10.2 miles
University of Crete - 22 min drive - 9.5 miles
Rethymnon Town Hall - 24 min drive - 9.2 miles
Rethymnon Venetian Port - 25 min drive - 9.7 miles
Getting around
Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 84 min drive
Restaurants
To Stsvrodromi Restaurant - 7 min drive
Taverna Alekos - 10 min drive
Tavern Arhaia Lappa (Ancient Lappa) - 22 min drive
Bikakis street food & café - 16 min drive
Nodi - 16 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Stone Built villa w/Private Pool and BBQ area
💖 Why Guests Love Limeri Villa • Mountain Privacy: A rare 20 hectare private estate in Monopari, surrounded by untouched Cretan nature. • Authentic Outdoor Living: Private swimming pool, built-in BBQ, panoramic outdoor dining area, and vast natural grounds offering complete seclusion. • Maximum Comfort : A 280 m² villa accommodating 7 guests comfortably with spacious areas ideal for families or groups. • Best of Both Worlds: A peaceful mountain sanctuary just minutes from Rethymno’s Old Town.
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🏡 Discover the serene mountain beauty of Crete at Limeri Villa, an elegant three-bedroom retreat designed for travelers who value privacy, space, and authentic surroundings. Nestled high in the hills of Monopari, this refined 280 m² villa blends natural stone and wood elements with bright, open interiors filled with Mediterranean light.
🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout
The interior unfolds across two spacious levels, designed with comfort and functionality in mind.
Ground Floor
• Living Area: A bright open-plan lounge with comfortable seating, built-in fireplace, air conditioning, board games, and a 55” Smart TV, seamlessly connected to the outdoor areas. • Kitchen & Dining Area: Fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee machine, and Nespresso machine (capsules). The adjoining dining area is perfect for shared Mediterranean meals. • Bedroom 1: Ground-floor bedroom featuring a king-size bed and air conditioning, ideal for easy accessibility. • Bathroom 1: Stylish bathroom with elegant stone and wood elements, shower, towels, pool towels, shampoo, conditioner, and hairdryer.
First Floor
• Bedroom 2: King-size bed, air conditioning, and safe, offering peaceful mountain views. • Bedroom 3: Three comfortable single beds with air conditioning, ideal for children or friends sharing. • Bathroom 2: Second full bathroom with shower and modern amenities. Additional conveniences include a washing machine, ironing facilities, baby cot, high chair, baby bath, and changing table, perfect for families.
🌴 Outdoor Paradise
• Private Swimming Pool: Refreshing 3x3m pool surrounded by nature and complete privacy. • BBQ & Outdoor Dining: Built-in charcoal BBQ and shaded dining table overlooking the mountainous landscape, perfect for sunset feasts. • Sun Lounging Areas: Comfortable sunbeds and umbrellas for all-day relaxation. • Expansive Private Grounds: 20 hectares of untouched countryside rich in flora and fauna, offering a rare sense of escape. • Private Parking: Ample space for up to 10 vehicles.
Important notice: The villa is not suitable for kids under 12 years old.
📍 Prime Location in Monopari
Limeri Villa is located in the tranquil mountain area of Monopari. To the north, Rethymno enchants visitors with its Venetian Old Town, Fortezza fortress, sandy beaches, and waterfront dining. To the south, the Libyan Sea coastline reveals exotic waters, dramatic cliffs, and authentic seaside villages like Plakias. Nature lovers will also be captivated by the impressive Kourtaliotiko Gorge nearby, a spectacular canyon with waterfalls and hiking paths. The setting offers privacy and breathtaking natural scenery while keeping beaches, villages, and cultural landmarks within easy reach.
• Rethymno Beach-Town: 15.3 km • Plakias Beach: 24.1 km • Kourtaliotiko Gorge: 21.5 km • Supermarket & Tavernas (Agios Andreas): 3-5 km • Bakery & Shops (Armenoi): ~12 minutes • General Hospital of Rethymno: 14.5 km • Chania International Airport: 69.6 km • Heraklion International Airport: 98.8
🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
Limeri Villa is perfectly positioned for exploring both North and South Crete:
Local Highlights (10-30 Minutes):
• Rethymno Old Town: Wander romantic Venetian alleys, explore the Fortezza fortress, and enjoy vibrant waterfront dining. • Kourtaliotiko Gorge: One of Crete’s most impressive natural wonders, ideal for hiking and photography among towering cliffs and waterfalls. • Armenoi Village: A lush traditional village famous for its plane trees and authentic Cretan tavernas.
Perfect Day Trips:
• Plakias (South Coast): Crystal-clear turquoise waters, laid-back atmosphere, and seaside tavernas along the Libyan Sea. • Lake Kournas: Crete’s natural freshwater lake, ideal for swimming or pedal boating, followed by authentic Cretan dining at charming lakeside tavernas, all embraced by the serene mountains that gently cradle its shimmering waters. • Chania Old Town: Discover Venetian architecture, picturesque harbor views, and refined dining experiences.
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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. •Pre-arrival shopping service free of charge (cost of the groceries is not included) •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. •Babysitting services and in-villa doctor on call.
Please, make yourself feel at home, you will have “exclusive” access to all the villa and its structures since this is a private villa.
We are here to help during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. We will be there for you, any time you need us in case of emergency or if you are looking for any local recommendations. My team will be able to book for you a table in any restaurant or any kind of trip/tour that you would like to do in the majestic island of Crete since our purpose is to make your holidays stress free.
Monopari village - 1 km (one cafe/tavern in the village) Rethymno 15 km. South coast (Preveli, Damnoni & other beaches) - 35-40 km. Heraklion airport & town - 96 km. Chania - 82 km.
A car is recommended for your transportation. We can organize a transfer in order to come to the villa and the day after rental cars can be delivered at the property.
Sustainability
-The villa uses solar systems in order to heat the water -Most of the light bulbs are replaced with LED lumps -The villa only uses water-efficient toilets e.g. low-flow toilets, dual flush toilets -All windows are double-glazed -Offer tours and activities organized by local guides and businesses
This is a house and not a hotel, so please treat the property with respect as if it was your own :)
Greek Tourist License: 1041K92003146501 1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 15:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 11:00 on the Departure Date. But in any case if you wish to arrive earlier or depart later than the mentioned hours feel free to contact us and we will fulfill your request if the villa is available with no extra cost. If your arrival will be delayed, you must contact us so that alternative arrangements can be made. If you fail to do so you may not be able to gain access to the Property. If you fail to arrive by midday on the day after the Arrival Date and you have not contacted us, we may treat the booking as having been cancelled by you.
2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not enter the property or stay overnight in the property. Any kind of Party for more than the people staying in the property must be informed prior booking the villa, which in some cases it might not be accepted and if accepted extra charge might apply. In case you do so, we can refuse to hand over the Property to you, or can require you to leave. We will treat any of these circumstances as a cancelation of the booking by you and we shall be under no obligation to refund you for any fees already paid to us in those circumstances. Any refund will be at our sole discretion
3. Every effort has been made to ensure that you have an enjoyable and memorable holiday. If however, you have any cause for complaint it is important that action is taken as soon as possible. It is essential that you contact us if any problem arises so that it can be speedily resolved. It is often extremely difficult (and sometimes impossible) for us to resolve difficulties properly unless we are promptly notified. In particular, complaints of a transient nature(example: electric power issues, warm water is out etc.) cannot possibly be investigated unless you will let us know as soon as possible whilst you are in residence. Also after staying in the property for 48 hours and we have not received any message or email from you about any broken facilities/amenities in the property, we will hold the guest responsible for any damages caused and must be paid or replaced by the guest on spot.
4. Smoking is Not allowed in the properties so we request all of our guests not to smoke in the properties but to smoke outside on the exterior areas such us by swimming pools, balconies, verandas, patios or terrace
5. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. Cleaning and linnen change is done every 3/4 days. In case you wish for the villa to be cleaned more often, it’s possible for an extra charge.
6. Hot Tub: No children under the age of 5 permitted in hot tubs at any time without adult supervision.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace. Limited housekeeping is available.
Note from host: Smoking is allowed ONLY in the exterior areas
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Meal delivery service
Phone
Safe
Things to do
Scuba diving 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 3,014 square feet
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
Rules
1. You can arrive at your accommodation after 15:00 on the Arrival Date of your holiday and you must leave by 11:00 on the Departure Date.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
2 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: pets upon request & free of charge
Children and extra beds
This property doesn't allow children
Note from host: The villa is friendly and safe for children
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed ONLY in the exterior areas
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 are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number 1041Κ91002888201
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed GBP 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this villa?
This villa is located in Rethymno, close to Argiroupoli Springs, Rethymnon Town Hall, and Episkopi Beach. Late Minoan Cemetery at Armenoi is also within a driving distance of 4.8 mi.
Is there parking available at Absolut Privacy in this chalet style villa, private pool, BBQ area, shaded Patio?
Yes, there is a garage with a max 4 spaces. You'll find a max of limited parking spaces.
Is a spa located at this villa?
Spa services at the villa include massages.
Is this villa adjacent to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this villa?
No, there is no indoor pool at this villa; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
Is Absolut Privacy in this chalet style villa, private pool, BBQ area, shaded Patio a good place to stay for couples?
There are many amenities for couples at this villa, including a private pool, a chef service, and a fireplace.
Does Absolut Privacy in this chalet style villa, private pool, BBQ area, shaded Patio have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy the spa tub at this villa.
Does this villa provide breakfast?
This villa offers breakfast for a surcharge.
Does this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.
Does Absolut Privacy in this chalet style villa, private pool, BBQ area, shaded Patio have connecting rooms available?
No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ), which is about 23.3 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Absolut Privacy in this chalet style villa, private pool, BBQ area, shaded Patio?
Yes, every villa at Absolut Privacy in this chalet style villa, private pool, BBQ area, shaded Patio comes with a balcony.
Stone Built villa w/Private Pool and BBQ area Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Paul T., Nottingham
Aug 5, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
The property and views were amazing more than we could have expected. Maria was brilliant
We loved staying at Limeri it was perfect for relaxing and enjoying our families needs. The views were amazing, sounds of goat bells and wildlife made it such a special place. The star gazing on the vast veranda was spectacular. We loved Rocky the very friendly dog which guarded us from down the hill. No bother at all. Air con was a real treat but possibly not needed. We barbecued every night and facilities were such that we ate in most nights. Most tavernas sold the same food which was why the first one in Armeri on the right was great as they served you what was on that night which was all different to the usual. Maria was very attentive for her father Andreas to all our needs. Although Andreas was the dooer but not as good English as Maria.
So thanks Andreas and Maria we’ll never forget our stay. X
Paul T.
10/10 Excellent
sebastien r.
Aug 17, 2017
Very beautiful and comfortable house
The house is very big and pleasant. The principle room is just awesome with is large bay window and it amazing vue. Bedrooms are quiet, every thing is very functional.
The only point is the swiming pool which is smaller than we expect, despite that we appreciate very mutch our stay in the house.
sebastien r.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Beata J.
Jun 1, 2017
Nice secluded Villa in very quiet area with beautiful vies over the mountains
We were one week in the villa Limeri (two adults and two children - age 2 and 7). The villa had everything what we needed. Was very nice designed and placed so great, that we could have a breakfest at the terrace with the great vier over the mountains. It is very quiet area with only herds of sheeps spoiling the silence. The pool at the villa was also clean and well maintained. The location is perfect for the trips to the north coast (20 min drive to Rethymno) or to the south coast (40 min drive to Plakias). Andreas, who is the owner and who build the house, has his own dog living in the small house next to the villa. But one does not have to be bothered about the dog, if you are scared of the dogs etc.
The only thing which we would say was a bit negative, that the area around the pool has a lot of stone steps and small walls, which were a bit of worry for our younger son (2 years old). We had to have an eye on him.
But in general, we have only good memories from our stay the villa and would definitely recommend it to the people, who want to avoid crowds of tourists and noisy towns.