Sokaki Villa I with Private Pool, Walking to taverna, Close to Rethymno & beach

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An Overview of the Unique Home
Settled in the traditional village of Chromonastiri, really close to Rethymno Town, lies Sokaki Villa I, an authentic family friendly Villa for those seeking a summer experience in a picturesque village. This amazing Villa keeps alive the Cretan building style and takes you to another era, with its beautifully restored iron beds, wooden furniture and ceilings, while providing all modern comforts at the same time. The Villa is located within walking distance to tavernas with local delicacies and a local cafe. Such a unique holiday home, sprinkled with lashings of vintage country glamour and offering pure rejuvenation, is ideal for families or creatives wanting a blue-sky thinking retreat, relaxation, fun and time well-spent.

Chromonastiri Village is classified as a preserved and traditional heritage site of great cultural value, located just 8 kms away (less than 15 minute driving) from Rethymno Town, its long sandy beach and many choices of restaurants, cafes, beach bars, shops and other amenity on would need for a holiday escape.

External Living | Private Pool & Outdoor Features
The exterior of Sokaki Villa I boasts a wonderful private swimming pool of 4X3 meters and 1.50 m depth, equipped with sun beds, parasols and an outdoor shower, so that you can relax all day long and sunbathe under the clear summer sky. Following the lawn covered narrow corridor by the pool, next to the trees, you will arrive at the stone-paved terrace, where the BBQ facilities and an outdoor dining area are located, ideal for alfresco dining with your family. Share some unforgettable moments of total fun & relaxation with your friends and family.

Internal Living | Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Sokaki Villa I is a two-storey, 130 sq. m Villa, setting an excellent example of traditional cretan architecture and offering comfortable accommodation for up to six guests in its three beautifully designed bedrooms.

Ground Floor
Entering the Villa guests will be welcomed by the open-plan area, featuring the living room and kitchen area. The living room has a comfortable corner sofa and an open fireplace, where you could enjoy watching your favourite movie and pick a film or book from the ones available there. Across the sitting area, under a lovely stone arch, you’ll find the fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Furthermore, one bedroom featuring a double bed and direct access to the pool area, as well as a bathroom offering a shower cabin with hydromassage facilities.

First Floor
Some stairs above, the remaining two bedrooms are located, one with a King size bed (two single beds that are joined together to form a King Size) and one with two single beds (separated), both offering balcony access to a pergola covered, shaded large veranda with comfy sitting area. Finally, a family bathroom with a bathtub with hydromassage facilities is also available on this floor.

Bonus:
It’s worth mentioning that Sokaki Villa I is also very baby friendly oriented, equipped with all the necessary equipment a family travelling with a baby will need, including:
a baby cot, a baby crib, a high chair, a baby potty, a buggy & baby step, a stroller, stair gate (on the top of stairs), a baby car seat, a plastic children's swimming pool, two life jackets for children and children’s plastic (non-breakable) plates and cups are available upon request. In addition, outdoor children toys (slide and see-saw) and some indoor toys such as children table & chair and other small toys and board games ) are also available upon request.

What's more, fitness equipment is available for those who don’t want to get out of shape during their holiday…exercise daily using the crunch machine, weights & exercise stepper machine are available at the spacious veranda of the first floor, also featuring a comfy sitting area.

Property Notes:
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner.
Cocomat mattresses, high quality bed linen, covers and duvets.
Bath and pool towels, anti-slip mats are provided.
Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every four days.
Pool and garden cleaning once per week.
A baby cot, a baby crib, a high chair, a baby potty, a buggy & baby step, a stroller, stair gate (on the top of stairs), a baby car seat, a plastic children's swimming pool, two life jackets for children and children’s plastic (non-breakable) plates and cups are available upon request. In addition, outdoor children toys (slide and see-saw) and some indoor toys such as children table & chair and other small toys and board games) are also available upon request.
Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included.
Air conditioning units serve heating purposes.
Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa.
Free public parking space 50 meters from the Villa (this space offers led light for your better convenience, as well as a luggage trolley to assist our guests carry their luggage)
Crunch machine, weights & exercise stepper machine available.
All in-house electronics are available, including a 42'' flat-screen TV with USB and satellite reception, 32'' TVs in the bedrooms, large fridge with freezer, electric stove with oven , kettle, toaster, cooking utensils, Filter coffee machine, Espresso coffee machine (capsules), food processor (multi), juice maker, dishwasher, microwave, water dispenser, washing machine, iron and iron board, hair dryer and hair straightener, safety box.
Bluetooth Speaker
Outdoor shower available

Outdoor BBQ facilities (charcoal)

Pre stock service available

24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.

Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)
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Location Overview
Sokaki Villa I is located in the picturesque village of Chromonastiri and is located within walking distance to local tavernas, cafe and mini market. It has been classified as a preserved and traditional heritage site of great cultural value and it’s considered as one of the most important historic settlements of Rethymno. Chromonastiri means 'Colour Monastery' after the Byzantine church dating from the 11th century. Within this pretty village there are numerous stone paths, historic alleys, buildings with Venetian architectural elements are scattered in the village, but the most imposing building is the so-called Villa Claudio, a magnificent mansion, which has been restored and now houses an Army museum.

Furthermore, a 5X5 football field and a children’s playground is available at the village. Additionally, its location and surrounding area makes it a perfect destination for a relaxing family holiday close to nature.

Nearby locations include:
-Mili Gorge, a stunning green oasis, offering a wonderful hike through the gorge of mills, located within 5 minutes driving. It is actually a ravine, which hosts a huge number of plants and trees, a real botanic garden. It collects water from the north slopes of Mount Vrysinas and starts north of the village Chromonastiri and south of the settlement Xero Chorio. In the recent years it attracts many hikers  who trek along a nice trail that crosses the entire valley.

-Military Museum Chromonastiri - within 600 meters walking distance
The Military Museum is situated on the southern tip of the Municipal district of the village of Chromonastery , 11klm southeast of Rethymno and on the northern rims of mountain Vrysinas, at an altitude of 360m. From a historical viewpoint, Chromonastery is one of the most remarkable historic villages of Crete as the history of the region goes back to the Middle-Minoan period(20th16th century B.C.) from which various temples and a great settlement have been found on mountain Vrysinas.

-In the nearby village of Saint Irene (Agia Irini) there is the homonymous old Monastery, which is considered to date back to the 14th century and is definitely worth a visit.

-Rethymno town, which is 15 minutes away by car, offers all the amenities guests will need, such as supermarkets, pharmacies, banks and ATM machines, restaurants, cafes and bars, post office etc.

Chromonastiri is also ideally located 10 minutes away by car from the beautiful sandy beach of Rethymno and it’s offered as a great base for exploring the nearby villages! The Mili Gorge, a wonderful leafy area, can be found 5 minutes away by car, along the Amari Road. There are also a several small ponds and a picnic area. Additionally, Roussospiti village, next to Chromonastiri, also a a preserved and traditional settlement, offers two traditional tavernas, playground, a cafe and mini market.

Additionally, from the village you can easily reach the highway leading to Chania and Heraklion cities.

Out & About
Local Tavernas & Cafe: 15-50 metres (1 minute walking)
Cafe -To Lemonaki Mou : 240 meters (3 minutes walking)
Mini Market : 350 meters (4 minutes walking)
Nearest Beach: 7 km (10 minutes driving distance)
Rethymno Port & Town: 9 km (15 minutes driving distance)
Chania International Airport: 77 km (75 minutes driving distance)
Heraklion International Airport: 85 Kms (75 minutes driving distance)

Car rental is essential to explore the nearby villages and unique sandy beach locations.