Villa Vittoria, Minimalist Design & Spa Retreat

Entire villa in Irakleio, Greece

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

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Malvezzino Villas are approved by Greek Tourism Organisation & managed by "etouri vacation rental management”.

Nestled on the north coast of the island of Crete, close to the picturesque village of Rodia, with stunning views of the Aegean Sea the complex of Malvezzino Luxury Villas is an exquisite spectacle of minimalism, comfort, and form built on an island of unique identity. The hillside location enjoys breathtaking, panoramic views of the sea and Heraklion city.

The space
Layout
Villa Vittoria is one of the 6 private residences, covering 105 m2, featuring 2 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 5 guests. The property features wide open spaces, with a living room, dining area and open kitchen, also offering Netflix and central A/C. The villa’s simple luxury and purity of materials will make you fall in love at first sight, promoting unlimited moments of relaxation on an island of unspoiled beauty and authenticity. Also, the in-ground architecture, natural stone and wide openings create a cool ambience and keep the Villa airy and sunny.

Interior
The main entrance opens up to an open plan area featuring the living room with corner sofa, open fireplace, 50’’ HDTV and fully equipped kitchen with built-in branded appliances and indoor dining area. Two bedrooms with a king size bed (1,60 X 2,00), 43’’ HDTV and en-suite bathroom with double sinks and shower cabin with hydromassage column are also available. The master bedroom also features a bathtub in the room. The living room and both bedrooms provide direct access to the pool terrace, thanks to their floor-to-ceiling glass doors and enjoy beautiful sea views.

Exterior
The pool terrace features a private, heated, 50 m2 infinity swimming pool with hydromassage (1,30 m deep) and unobstructed sea vistas, while being equipped with 2 double daybeds, 2 bean bag chairs and a hanging chair, as well as an outdoor shower for your comfort. The pool can be heated upon advance request, for an additional daily charge, for the entire stay, and requires at least one week’s notice.
Furthermore, the outdoor dining area under the shade of a pergola is ideal for al fresco dining. Finally, the Villa is fully fenced, offering total privacy and has its own entrance and private parking space inside the Villa premises with a gate.

To make things even better, our guests have the privilege to benefit from the Spa Facilities available at the complex, which include:
- Sauna
- Hammam room
- Massage
(The spa room also offers an additional Shower cabin and WC. The above spa facilities are provided with extra charge and by appointment).


**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 the whole Villa and pool exclusively at their disposal.
Shared parking lot and Spa Facilities available at the complex.

Other things to note
This villa is under “etouri vacation rental management” which means:

- We organised the villa down to every detail and check it annually.
- Quick booking process and support in every step of your holidays.
- A personal holiday advisor at your disposal for holiday organisation (free concierge service before and during stay).
- Assistance in booking services and excursions.
- Pre arrival service with detailed information of the area of the villa.

SERVICES :
Services included in the price:
- Welcome basket including wine and traditional Cretan treats.
- Shopping before arrival (cost of groceries not included).
- Towel & Linen changes every 3 days.
- Housekeeping every 3 days & final cleaning.
- Daily Pool and Garden maintenance.

Furthermore, the following services can be arranged with an additional fee, upon request:
- Daily housekeeping
- Daily Towel & Linen changes
- Spa treatments which include Sauna, Hammam and Massage. Treatments are provided by appointment.
- Laundry service
- Wine selection from our Wine List

Services upon request (extra charge):
- Doctor on call
- Beauty treatments
- Yoga and/or Pilates mat sessions
- Baby sitting
- Daily excursions
- Diving
- Car or Bicycle rent
- Photographer
- Delivery of traditional Cretan food to your place
- Airport transfer
- Cook (Chef) in your villa.

Please tell us your wish and we will try to make it reality!

Registration Details
1039Κ91003395001

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

City skyline view
Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 81 reviews.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

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Where you’ll be

Irakleio, Crete, Greece
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Neighborhood highlights

Palaiokastro, due to its panoramic location is characterised as the “Balcony of Heraklion” offering breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea! The amphitheatre style construction of these wonderful villas, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the sea and the famous Dia’s Island. The nearest beaches are Palaiokastro, Pantantassa and Helidoni and. Not far there is also Ligaria Beach. Close to the Villa you can also find several tavernas, super market and pharmacy.

In the nearby locations of Gazi and Ammoudara guests can find all daily amenities, such as large super markets, gas station, ATM machine, butcher, fish monger and many more.

Additionally there are many places that can be easily visited from the villa and attractive for daily entertainment for families with children such as a water park, the Cretaquarium, Planetarium, dinosaurs theme park etc. Other major facilities of the island are only a breath away from the villa, such as the Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport and the port of the city, as well as the exit to the highway that gives easy access to the centre of Heraklion and to the other cities in Crete such as Rethymno, Chania, Agios Nikolaos, Hersonissos, Malia, Elounda and others.

Furthermore if you are looking for privileges that only a big city can offer, then the city of Heraklion is 13 km away and offers unique facilities and a wide variety of entertainment. The Knossos palace (17km) and the archeological museum in Heraklion (16 km) are also worth to visit. Staying in our villa offers you an opportunity of total relaxation in a quiet and secluded area with being in small distances to living areas at the same time.

The closest beach to Malvezzino Luxury Villas is Palaiokastro beach which is well-organized with sun beds, umbrellas, taverns and a mini market and some shops. Palaiokastro is a picturesque beach and one of the most beloved beaches of locals. Moreover, the sea is deep and its western part has very large pebbles. The rocky seabed is ideal for fishing and snorkelling.

Malvezzino Luxury Villas are located in Rodia area, on the north coast of the island of Crete, close to Heraklion town (which is only 15 km away) and offers easy access to many beaches, the closest being just a 2 minutes drive (1,2 km).

Please see below where the closest amenities can be found.
-Closest beach: 1.2 km Palaiokastro Beach
- Mini Market: 1.2km
-Super market: 8.3km
-Bakery: 8.3 km
-Butcher: 8.3 km
-Fishmonger: 8.3km
-Pharmacy: 8.3 km
-Tavern or restaurant: 7 km Petousis Taverna
-Heraklion Airport: 19 km
-Chania Airport: 133 km

Meet your host

Superhost
9315 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
5 guests maximum
Safety & property
No carbon monoxide alarm
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Smoke alarm