About this property

Beachfront Living: Contessa del Mare in Panormos offers direct beachfront access, a swimming pool with stunning views, and a sun terrace. Guests can relax in the lush garden or enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Spacious Accommodations: The villa features four bedrooms and five bathrooms, a comfortable living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Additional amenities include a hot tub, sauna, and games room, ensuring a pleasant stay for all. Convenient Location: Panormos Beach is a 2-minute walk away, while attractions such as the Museum of Ancient Eleftherna are 8.1 mi distant. Heraklion International Airport is 37 mi from the property, providing easy access for travelers. Guest Services: Contessa del Mare provides private check-in and check-out, a concierge service, and free on-site parking. Additional facilities include a lounge, elevator, and outdoor seating area, catering to all guest needs.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Game room

  • Windsurfing


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Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location was excellent, villa was 5 stars including nicely decorated, elevator was a very nice touch especially with heavy suitcases, all room where very large, all beautiful outlooks, host was lovely, aircon in every room was excellent, lots of...
Tanya
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything!! The bedrooms were huge and all had sea views and were en suite. It was so close to the beaches, restaurants, supermarkets. Exactly what we all wished for.
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The villa was really very good indeed. Nicely decorated. Well equipped and very clean. The location was just about perfect. Very quiet and peaceful. Easy access to the nearby beaches and a short walk to the several very good restaurants in the...
Johanna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
A fantastic location. The lovely village of Panormos, with beach, restaurants and amenities (such as supermarket and pharmacy) minutes away. The villa host was so friendly and helpful. The rooms spacious with lovely bathrooms.
Beverley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location was fabulous the villa was beautiful and the owners parents were delightful.
Philip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent location. Spacious rooms. Pool was perfect. Villa equipped with everything we needed. Christina excellent - villa spotless. Pool maintenance twice while we were there so it too was spotless.
Cornelia
Austria Austria
Wir würden sofort wieder hinfahren! Christina, die Hausherrin der Villa, hat uns sehr herzlich, mit einer Umarmung willkommen geheißen, obwohl wir sehr spät am Abend angekommen sind. Es war Wasser, Saft und Obst für uns hergerichtet! Dann wurde...

Managed by etouri vacation rental management

Company review score: 9.9Based on 1,250 reviews from 202 properties
202 managed properties

Company info

Etouri Vacation Rental Management, founded in 2012 by Kostas Vasilakis, manages over 290 handpicked villas across Crete and is expanding into other iconic Greek destinations, including Athens. Our unwavering commitment to strict villa quality control and exceptional, personalized service has earned us awards for excellence in vacation rentals and concierge services in both 2024 and 2025. Let us help you create lifelong memories in Greece!

Property info

Set atop the Cretan sea, only 50 meters from the sandy beach, Villa Contessa del Mare takes advantage of its location by offering sweeping views of the beach, the bay, and the village of Panormo. All of our en-suite bedrooms have access to verandas or balconies, ensuring unrestricted access to the impressive view. Furnished in a combination of stylish and luxurious touches, the villa offers a perfect layout to maximize both space and views. It can accommodate 8 people in beds and up to 10 if necessary. -Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at 15 euros per night from April to October and 4 euros per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.

Neighborhood info

Villa Contessa del Mare is located just 50m from the sandy organized beach in Panormo village, a beautiful seafront village with a lovely view overlooking the Cretan Sea. It is the most central location of the island of Crete, and from here you can visit the whole island. It is only 22 km from Rethymno and 56 km from Heraklion town. Panormo has all kinds of shops such as supermarkets, pharmacies, traditional taverns, cafes, restaurants, and some of the best sandy beaches on the North coast of Crete and everything can be reached on foot from the house. With its Cretan hospitality and traditional character, Panormo ensures an unforgettable visit that features impressions of Crete that will remain in the minds of all of its visitors. Additionally, take advantage of the location and explore the nearby villages of Melidoni, Margarites, Eleftherna, Zonian, and Anogia where you can interact with real Cretan people and feel the Cretan hospitality. Around those villages you will also be able to see some unique sightseeing spots like the Idaion Andro cave where Zeus was born according to Greek Mythology, the Zoniana village museum with candle statues, and the cave “Sfendoni”, the well-known cave of Melidoni, the traditional pottery shops in Margarites, the Ancient city of Eleftherna with its museum and many more. Furthermore, if you are looking for privileges that only a big city can offer, then Rethymno town is 22 km away and offers unique facilities and a wide variety of entertainment. is located in Panormo, a beautiful seafront village. From the villa, you are near shops, restaurants, cafes, and the beach. You have plenty of choices that are reachable on foot.

Languages Spoken

Greek,English,French

Area info

Amenities of Contessa del Mare - Beachfront Living by etouri

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 500 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about $577. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Contessa del Mare - Beachfront Living by etouri of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

A damage deposit of € 500 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: 1041K10003272501

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