Villa Paralia A Beachfront Romance by etouri

Entire villa in Paralia Kourna, Greece

  1. 12 guests
  2. 5 bedrooms
  3. 6 beds
  4. 6 baths
Hosted by Kostas Etouri
  1. Superhost
  2. 12 years hosting

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Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.
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Paralia Beachfront Villa is approved by the Greek Tourism Organisation & managed by "etouri vacation rental management".

At beachfront Villa Paralia, you'll be swept away by a seaside escape and the soothing sounds of the sea. With calming vibes, a fully staffed villa, and personal concierge service, every detail is designed for your relaxation.

The space
The villa is under etouri, Greece’s most awarded vacation rental company:
- Personal concierge service before and during your stay, offering tailored assistance for all your holiday plans.
- Hotel-style front desk support via a direct phone line to our office.
- Thorough quality control: the villa is meticulously prepared and inspected every three months.
- Seamless booking process with full support from reservation to check-out.
- Assistance in arranging services and excursions to enhance your stay.
- Pre-arrival guide with detailed info about the villa and local area.

Included Services:
- Welcome Basket
- Daily Maid Service from 16:00 to 20:00 except Sundays & final cleaning.
- Linen and towels are changed every 3 days
- Pool towels provided
- Gardener twice a week
- Pool maintenance 2 or 3 times a week (depending on the weather)

Services upon request (extra charge):
- Private chef at the Residence
- Babysitting
- Airport transfers
- Doctor on call
- Massage
- Beauty treatments
- Yoga and/or Pilates mat sessions
- Daily excursions
- Diving
- Car or Bicycle rental
- Photographer
- Delivery of traditional Cretan food to your place

Set along Kournas Beach, Paralia Beachfront Villa is steps from the shore and within walking distance of charming traditional restaurants, supermarkets, and shops. Accommodating up to ten guests in five elegantly appointed ensuite bedrooms, with space for two additional guests if needed, the villa offers the perfect blend of comfort, elegance, and convenience.

The villa's standout features include a stunning 250 sqm swimming pool with gazebos, an industrial-grade professional kitchen with a dedicated dining area, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Guests can enjoy a range of leisure activities, including a soccer net, ping pong table, and bicycles. For the ultimate beachfront experience, private sunbeds are provided on the villa’s exclusive stretch of sand.

Main Building
Living Room & Kitchenette:
-Lush sofa & 50” TV
-Kitchenette with mini fridge, stovetop, modern SMEG appliances, a top-quality water filter for total convenience & island with six stools
-Floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning pool & sea views

Bedrooms:
-Bedroom 1: Queen-size bed (1.60m x 2.00m), ensuite bathroom (stand-up shower), 32” LG Smart TV, A/C, closet with safe, outdoor access
-Bedroom 2: King-size bed (1.80m x 2.00m), ensuite bathroom (double vanity, hydro massage shower), 32” LG Smart TV, A/C, closet with safe, vanity, outdoor access
-Bedroom 3: King-size bed (1.80m x 2.00m), ensuite bathroom (stand-up shower, vanity desk), sofa, 32” LG Smart TV, A/C, closet with safe, outdoor access

Inspiration Room:
-Sofa, 32” TV, sleek desk
-Floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking pool & sea views
-Adjacent full bathroom with stand-up shower

Building 2 - Guest House
Living Room & Kitchenette:
- A sofa, a 43” TV, a Marshall Speaker, and a PlayStation 5
- A dining table for 10
-Mini fridge, Nespresso machine, stove, electric kettle, sink, bar with two stools

Bedrooms:
-Bedroom 4: King-size bed (1.80m x 2.00m), ensuite bathroom (stand-up shower), sofa, A/C, closet with safe
-Bedroom 5: Two twin beds (0.90m x 2.00m) convertible into a king (1.80m x 2.00m), ensuite bathroom (stand-up shower), sofa, A/C, closet with safe

Building 3 - Main Culinary Workspace
-Chef’s kitchen with professional-grade appliances
-Dining area seating up to 14 guests
-Living room with sofa, 65” TV
-Laundry area with washing machine & dryer

Outdoor Area (4,000 sq.m)
-Swimming Pool (250 sq.m)
-Step access, 1.40m depth, heating available upon advance request, for an additional daily charge, for the entire stay, and requires at least one week’s notice
-Children’s pool section: 0.40m depth
-In-pool seating area: Hydro jets for 8 guests
-Pergola with breakfast table & evening seating in pool walkway
-Gazebos for 4 guests, luxury mattresses & sunbeds for 8 guests
-NAPOLEON Gas BBQ
-Exclusive beachfront sunbeds & umbrellas for villa guests (up to 8 guests)
-Ping pong table, football nets, & 4 bicycles (2 adults, 2 children)
-Parking: Private space for up to 5 vehicles

**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at €15 per night from April to October and €4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.

Guest access
Guests will have access to all areas indoors and outdoors!

Registration Details
1033819

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 19 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Paralia Kourna, Greece
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Neighborhood highlights

Paralia Beachfront Residence is located right on the long, sandy beach of Kavros, a seaside village 43 km east of Chania and 19.5 km west of Rethymno. The Villa offers direct access to the beach from the pool terrace, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful Cretan sea, hot sun and blue sky.

Kavros village is the closest living area, easily reached on foot, which is well organised and has all the necessary facilities such as shops, mini markets, pharmacies, tavernas, restaurants and bars. The area is also an ideal location to stay since it is located in the middle of Crete which making it easy to visit most of the sights of the island.

Additionally Georgioupoli waterfront village is only 4.5 km from the villa which also offers all kind of shops, sandy beaches and a picturesque small church.
Other attractive spots near the villa include Kournas Lake, which is 7.3 km away from the villa and is the only natural freshwater lake in Crete, as well as Argiroupoli village, only 10.5 km away, well-known for the small spring waterfalls and the amount of the great, traditional taverns under the big trees!

Meet your host

Superhost
9,695 reviews
4.94 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
My work: Loggia, Loguers, Etouri
Speaks English
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 commitment to strict villa quality control and exceptional service 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!

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
12 guests maximum
Safety & property
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm