💖 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.
A car is necessary for your transportation since there are no taxis or public transportation. We can also organize a transfer in order to come to the villa
• 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.
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 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 (extra charge).
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 :)
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