💖 Why Guests Love Villa Asimi
• Brand New: A fresh, stylish retreat built in 2025 featuring modern design and amenities.
• Stunning Views: Enjoy amazing, panoramic views across the Cretan Sea and the dramatic surrounding mountains.
• Outdoor Paradise: Enjoy a private (5.5 m x 3.2 m) outdoor pool, perfect for cooling off in the Cretan sun, and a BBQ with an outdoor dining table.
• Scenic Village Charm: Located in the traditional village of Mariou, just minutes from tavernas, shops and beaches.
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🏡 Experience a sophisticated getaway at Villa Asimi, a newly built (2025) sanctuary located in the picturesque village of Mariou. This modern villa blends privacy and comfort, featuring a private pool and fully equipped living spaces, making it the perfect base for families or groups of friends exploring the beauty of Southern Rethymno.
🛋 Inside the Villa: Layout
All main living areas and bedrooms are conveniently located on the ground floor:
• Living & Dining: An open-plan living room with comfortable seating, air conditioning, and a Smart HDTV.
• Kitchen: Fully equipped for culinary enthusiasts with a stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, and a Nespresso machine.
• Bedroom 1: Features a double bed, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, and a private ensuite bathroom.
• Bedroom 2: Includes a double bed, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, and an ensuite bathroom.
• Bedroom 3: Offers a double bed, air conditioning, and a ceiling fan.
🌴 Outdoor Paradise
• Private Pool: An outdoor (5.5 m x 3.2 m) pool surrounded by 6 sunbeds and an umbrella for ultimate relaxation.
• Al Fresco Dining: Features an electric BBQ and an outdoor dining table for enjoying meals under the stars.
• Convenience: Includes an outdoor pool shower and private parking for 2 vehicles.
📍 Prime Location in Mariou Village:
Villa Asimi is situated just 0.9 km from the centre of Mariou, placing you within easy reach of local Cretan flavours while remaining close to the famous beaches of the south coast.
• Taverna: 0.5 km (walking distance).
• Plakias Beach: 6 km (ideal for crystal-clear waters).
• Supermarket & Bakery: 6 km (Plakias area).
• Medical Care & Pharmacy: 6 km.
• Heraklion Airport: 100 km.
• Chania Airport: 95 km.
🧭 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
While Villa Asimi offers a serene escape, its location in Mariou makes it a perfect hub for exploring the rugged beauty and hidden gems of Southern Crete:
Within 5–15 Minutes:
• Plakias Village: A vibrant coastal destination known for its long sandy beach, excellent waterfront tavernas, and diving centres.
• Damnoni & Ammoudi Beaches: Stunning turquoise bays nearby, perfect for swimming and water sports.
• Kalypso Beach: A dramatic bay tucked between towering cliffs, offering crystal-clear turquoise waters that are world-renowned for snorkelling and scuba diving.
• Kourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfall: The Kourtaliotiko Gorge features a magnificent waterfall where the Kourtaliotis River flows through dramatic cliffs into crystalline pools
Perfect Day Trips:
•Preveli Palm Forest & Beach (20 mins): One of Crete’s most iconic sights, where a river lined with palm trees flows into the Libyan Sea.
•Spili Village (30 mins): Visit the famous "Lion Fountains" and enjoy the cool mountain air of this traditional village.
•Frangokastello (50 mins): Explore the 14th-century Venetian castle situated right on a magnificent sandy beach.
•Rethymno Old Town (45 mins): Venture north to experience the Venetian harbour, the Fortezza castle, and the winding alleys of the historic centre.
•Agia Galini (55 mins): An amphitheatre-style village with a charming harbour and traditional architecture.
The CreteVillas4u Advantage
🛡️ Managed by CreteVillas4U | Experts in Cretan hospitality, ensuring a seamless, high-quality stay.
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, and other helpful travel information.
🧳 Included Services
• Welcome Pack: A curated selection of items to greet you upon arrival.
• Housekeeping: Professional cleaning and linen changes every 3–4 days.
• Essentials: Pool towels and a washing machine are provided for your convenience.
• 24/7 Support: Managed by the dedicated CreteVillas4U team.
🌟 Premium Services (Available at an extra cost)
• Private Chef, Wine Tasting, or Beauty Treatments.
• Car rentals and transfers with exclusive guest discounts.
• Pre-arrival shopping service and guided tours.
Our guests have access to all the property and its grounds, as 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 anytime you need us, whether in case of an 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 on the majestic island of Crete since our purpose is to make your holidays stress-free.
Villa Asimi boasts a prime location in the picturesque village of Mariou. This serene setting in South Rethymno offers a perfect balance of seclusion and convenience, with the nearest taverna located only 500m away.
For those looking to enjoy the crystal-clear waters of the Libyan Sea, the vibrant coastal resort of Plakias and its stunning beach are a short 4.5 km drive from the property.
All essential amenities are within easy reach in the Plakias area, including supermarkets for groceries, a local pharmacy, and a traditional bakery.
The villa is approximately 100 km from Heraklion International Airport and roughly 95 km from Chania International Airport, providing multiple options for your arrival in Crete.
A car is necessary for your transportation. We can also 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 lamps.
-The villa only uses water-efficient toilets, e.g., low-flow toilets and 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 :)
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