Newly Built Villa w/Private Pool and BBQ, 4km to Plakias Beach

💖 Why Guests Love Villa Domus Aestas Rodia
•Private Pool: Enjoy your own outdoor refreshing pool for ultimate relaxation under the Cretan sun.
• Modern Build (2022): Contemporary design with stylish finishes and smart comforts throughout.
• Ensuite Bedrooms: Total privacy and comfort for up to 6 guests.
• Sea & Mountain Serenity: Peaceful setting in Mariou, just minutes from the beaches of south Crete.
• Perfect Balance: Quiet retreat atmosphere while close to Plakias and local tavernas.

🏡 Experience elevated comfort at Domus Aestas Rodia, a modern 95 m² three-bedroom villa built in 2022. Designed for relaxation and privacy, this elegant retreat combines a private pool, and three ensuite bedrooms, ideal for families or groups of up to six guests seeking comfort near Crete’s stunning southern coastline.

🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout

Ground Floor:
• Living & Dining: Bright open-plan living room with comfortable seating, 55” Smart HDTV, air conditioning, and board games. Dining area for shared meals and gatherings.
• Kitchen: Fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, dishwasher, freezer, fridge, toaster, blender, and coffee machine.
• Bedroom 1: King-size double bed, air conditioning, private ensuite bathroom.
• Bedroom 2: King-size double bed, air conditioning, private ensuite bathroom, TV.

First Floor:
• Bedroom 3: King-size double bed, air conditioning, satellite TV, private ensuite bathroom, and access to a private balcony.

🌴 Outdoor Paradise
• Private Swimming Pool: Your own outdoor oasis, measuring 3.47m x 3.64m, complete with sunbeds and perfect for refreshing morning dips or serene sunset swims beneath open skies.
• Outdoor Seating & Dining Area: A welcoming setting to gather, unwind, and share long, leisurely meals in the open air.
• Electric BBQ: Ideal for effortless outdoor cooking and relaxed evenings under the stars.
• Private Parking: Two dedicated parking spaces for your comfort and ease.

📍 Stunning Hillside Retreat in Mariou

Perched on the hills above Mariou near Plakias, Domus Aestas Rodia enjoys sweeping views of the Libyan Sea and the surrounding Cretan countryside. Set within a tranquil environment of olive groves and rolling hills, the villas provide the perfect combination of privacy, relaxation, and easy access to South Crete’s natural and cultural treasures.

• Beach: 8 min drive (crystal-clear waters and secluded coves).
• Tavernas: 3-10 min drive (fresh seafood and authentic Cretan cuisine).
• Supermarket/Bakery: 6-8 min drive
• Plakias Village: 8 min drive (cafés, shops, and village life).
• Chania International Airport - 95,1 km
• Heraklion International Airport - 119 km

🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips

The complex’s prime location makes it easy to discover South Crete’s hidden gems. From tranquil beaches and scenic gorges to charming mountain villages, guests can enjoy a mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation.

Highlights within a short drive include:

Within 10-30 Minutes:
• Plakias Village & Beach: Just a short drive down the mountain, enjoy a long sandy beach, waterfront tavernas, cafés, and local shops.
• Souda & Damnoni Beaches: Beautiful coves perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing.
• Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Breathtaking cliffs, lush vegetation, and riverbeds make this gorge ideal for scenic walks and photography.
• Mirthios & Sellia Villages: Traditional mountain villages with charming tavernas, panoramic viewpoints, and local crafts.
• Shinaria Beach: Secluded beach with freshwater pools and rocky formations, perfect for nature lovers.

Perfect Day Trips (around 1 hour):
• Preveli Palm Beach: Iconic south coast landscape where a river flows into the sea, accessible by car or hike.
• Rodakino & Triopetra Beaches: Striking beaches with natural rock formations, ideal for sunset walks and quiet relaxation.
• Agia Galini Village: Picturesque village straight out of a classic Greek film, with a lively waterfront perfect for lunch or a coffee break.
• Phaistos Archaeological Site: One of Crete’s most important Minoan palaces, offering history and panoramic views of the Messara Plain.
• Matala Caves: Famous cliffside caves once inhabited by hippies in the 1960s, with a unique beach setting.

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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.

As a guest of Newly Built Villa w/Private Pool and BBQ, 4km to Plakias Beach, you'll find an outdoor pool, a garden, and concierge services. The business-friendly Newly Built Villa w/Private Pool and BBQ, 4km to Plakias Beach also features laundry facilities, limo service, and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Agios Vasileios villa.